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Villas by the Sea

13th January 2025

If January's got you feeling in need of ocean views and sandy beaches, check out these gorgeous villas by the sea.

We've picked 25 stunning seafront stays around the world - from Italian casas with direct beach access, to awesome Caribbean properties right on the sand.

Palm Bluff

Eleuthera Island - The Bahamas

Indulge in a peaceful retreat at Palm Bluff on Eleuthera Island in The Bahamas, mere minutes from the glistening blue waters of the Caribbean Sea.

Three Huts

Possanco - Portugal

Three rustic and luxurious huts with a swimming pool, outdoor BBQ, fire pit and kids area surrounded by green rice fields in Comporta, Portugal.

Villa Vento

Vis - Vis Island

Embrace tranquillity at this four bedroom villa with stunning sea views and a private pool in the heart of Vis Old Town.

Nid Cache Treehouse

Hvar - Croatia

Discover an oasis of calm in a remarkable glass tree house with a gorgeous beach located on the island of Hvar.

Villa Sykia

Naxos - Kastraki

This exquisite villa on the Greek island of Naxos offers large groups a luxury retreat, with a glistening pool and amazing beach views.

Calma Nordica

Ortigueira - A Coruña

Stunning Nordic inspired barn with luxurious interior, multi level gardens and terraces with BBQ and views of the A Capelada mountains in Galicia.

Villa Palacio

Tabayesco - Las Palmas

Gorgeous ten-bedroom open-plan Lanzarote retreat with pool, terraces and mountain views on a sprawling estate.

Voramar 47

Port de Pollensa - Islas Baleares

Enjoy knockout views of Pollença Bay from this laidback waterfront apartment, located just moments from Albercuix Beach.

Forest Windmill

Nazare - Leiria

A beautifully converted windmill hidden in pine forests near the beach on Portugal's Silver Coast.

Dalt Vila Villa

Dalt Vila - Ibiza

A villa with private pool and lush Mediterranean garden hidden away within Ibiza Town's old town.

The Tower House

Kardamyli - Messinia

Experience a unique stay at The Tower House - a charming, traditional stone tower in Kardamyli, near scenic Ritsa beach.

Villa Goji

Alcacer do Sal - Portugal

Escape to the plush, golden sands of Comporta, Portugal with a visit to the freshly refurbished Villa Goji, a 10-bed property featuring a private swimming pool.

Casa Boho

Tulum - Mexico

Absolutely beautiful villa by the beach in Tulum, Mexico offering groups of up to eight a deluxe stay in a tropical paradise.

Villa Calcada

Madeir - Portugal

Beautiful waterfront villa on Madeira with lovely pool and amazing sea views.

Demeter Cave House

Pyrgos - Santorini

Indulge in the ultimate romantic getaway at the white-walled Demeter Cave House, a beautiful property with a heated jacuzzi on the Greek island of Santorini

Villa Vybe

Pererenan - Bali

A breath taking designer loft, with private swimming pool, on the beautiful Indonesian island of Bali. The perfect pad for a holiday in paradise.

Villa Genna

Corfu - Corfu

Explore incredible bays and beaches and enjoy spectacular views by your own private pool - Villa Genna is the perfect Mediterranean escape.

Villa Paradeisos

Panormos Bay - Mykonos

Stunning views and a private pool, this villa is perfect for people looking to escape to the Greek island of Mykonos.

Indo House

St John - United States Virgin Islands

Stunning luxury villa with swimming pool and spectacular ocean views on the beautiful island of St.John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Villa Farfalla

Sardinia - Italy

Gorgeous Sardinia villa for big groups with swimming pool, jacuzzi and sprawling grounds, offering spectacular views and direct access to a pebble beach.

Villa RoseMari

Vis - Croatia

Gorgeous newly-built villa in the old town of picturesque Vis Island with luxurious interior and sunny terrace leading down to a jetty on the water.

Casa Do Ferro

Grandola - Setúbal

Tranquility amongst the pines just minutes from the sandy beaches of Portugal's Comporta region.

Santorini Windmills

Cyclades - Santorini

Windmills sleeping 5,6 or 7

Utterly charming windmill properties sitting at the foot of a sleepy hill, perfect for dazzling sea views

Villa Lotus

Brejos da Carregueira - Portugal

Superb six bedroom villa and pool near the wonderful Comporta in Portugal, with an optional private chef and an unspoiled beach within easy walking distance

Kotor Cottage

Bay of Kotor - Montenegro

Gorgeous villa in Montenegro with spectacular sea views, amazing outdoor spaces and a private sauna.

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