Summer trips 2022: gorgeous holidays to book now
Secret Baignade, Southern France
Nestled inside a historic, 16th-century stone building, this secluded property had us at the prospect of its hidden, heated swimming pool. There’s walking tours and cookery classes nearby, plus easy access to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pont du Gard.
Sleeps: 4 (2 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom)
Pombaline Red, Algarve
This 18th-century villa in the Algarve is impossibly chic with its soft, colourful hues, high ceilings and mosaic floors. The shabby-chic rooftop pool is the stuff of (Insta) dreams.
Sleeps: 4 (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom)
Casa Nouva, Tuscany
A rustic Tuscan villa with 21st-century amenities? Yes please. Day trips to Siena, Arezzo and Florence are all within reach, as are nature walks to waterfalls, but you’ll have to pry yourself away from that pool-with-a-view and its plush-looking sun loungers to find them.
Sleeps: 12 (6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms)
Boho By The Sea, Mykonos
Planning an overdue celebratory getaway with a big group? Book into this sprawling Mykonos villa, where pared down style comes pocketed with little luxuries (we’re talking a coffee machine, hand-woven blankets and a wine cellar to store the weekend’s fuel). Lounge around the private pool or explore the bustling streets of Mykonos Town, only a short drive away.
Sleeps: Up to 20 (10 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms)
The Poolside Cottage, Lisbon
Pining for a romantic city break? One soaked in culture and memorable meals? You'll find it here – and with no need to scrimp on your lodgings. This studio in Lisbon is both compact and opulent. A terrace with a communal plunge pool is ideal for sunbathing and cooling off during your downtime.
Sleeps: 2 (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom)