Our Villa Specialists Favourite Villas

The Sun-hat Villas Top 20

Our villa specialists personal favourites

We asked our Villa Specialists to list their top 20 villas.

With a combined total of 66 years worth of experience we thought who better to ask than our own specialist team who have visited the majority of the amazing villas we have to offer. From beach to countryside, Barbados to Tuscany via the Algarve these are the villas that our team's personal favourites. Is yours on the list?

January is always the busiest time, with families booking their summer holidays early in the New Year to ensure they get the best choice of accommodation and availability. Make sure you don't miss out on your dream get-away - have a look at the list below, or the 100's of other Algarve villas on our web site.

Somewhere different this year? We've been busy expanding our portfolio in our other areas too! Why not try one of the beautiful Balearic Islands of Majorca, Menorca, or Ibiza, or perhaps a stunning Tuscan retreat? Or will it be the holiday of a lifetime to Barbados?

Go on, you deserve it!

S'Olivaret

Soller & Deia, Majorca

Ref: 4059

1 21

£1,536 - £1,981

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Located close to the road leading into Deia, S’Olivaret is a lovely stone property and is the perfect choice for a couple looking to holiday in beautiful West Mallorca. It has been lovingly renovated by its owners to offer spacious and comfortable accommodation all on one level, with lovely beamed ceilings, cooling tiled floors and a pleasing décor throughout.

Villa Mirante 2

Olhos d'Agua, Algarve

Ref: 2994

3 63

£2,976 - £6,808

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Villa Mirante 2 is a luxury three bedroom villa with private adult and children's pools. A new addition to our superb portfolio of villas, this impeccably furnished and beautifully appointed property enjoys views overlooking the sea and has everything you require for a perfect and relaxing villa holiday. Located within walking distance of the charming resort of Olhos d'Agua and with a wide range of facilities close to hand.

Villa Eska Five Bedroom Rate

Olhos d'Agua, Algarve

Ref: 3619

5 105

£3,341 - £9,624

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Villa Eska is a truly magnificent, modern 5 bedroom villa of the highest quality- centrally located within the famous village of Olhos d'Agua. This striking property offers a high standard of décor and furnishings throughout, and is an oasis of tranquillity that has a fabulous large heated private pool which can be fitted with safety fencing upon request, and an additional heated children's pool.

Godings Beach House

St. James & West Coast, Barbados

Ref: 4115

5 105

£28,937 - £69,449

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Situated on the prestigious Platinum Coast of Barbados, in the parish of St. Peter, this 5 bedroom luxury beach villa offers the ultimate in contemporary luxury.

Villa Sky

Malhao, Paderne, Algarve

Ref: 3816

4 84

£2,651 - £6,378

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Villa Sky is a prestigious villa from the exclusive Shantivillas collection of luxury properties located in the beautiful countryside of Malhao, near Boliqueime. 'Shanti' means peace, and this stunning portfolio of villas represents the perfect setting for your relaxing, luxury family villa holiday, in picturesque and tranquil surrounds. Including the usual premium level of Shantivillas service and excellent facilities such as a heated pool and a heated children's pool and games room, we highly recommend this outstanding property for your luxury villa holiday with your family and close friends.

Villa Casa da Sereia

Vale do Lobo, Algarve

Ref: 1222

3 62

£1,546 - £6,232

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Located right on the sea front, this lovely 3 bedroom villa with a private pool is just about as close as you can get to the beach. Casa da Sereia in Vale do Lobo is a well appointed villa, built on one level and with delightful sea views. The restaurants and bars of the Praca are within a 5 minute walk.

Mango Bay

St. James & West Coast, Barbados

Ref: 1642

8 158

£29,839 - £45,907

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Set in spectacular tropical gardens on a quiet beach, Mango Bay has been described as one of the most beautiful houses in Barbados. Designed by Oliver Messel, it has an open-plan layout designed to take advantage of the lovely views of the Caribbean Sea.

Villa Las Dunas

Vale do Lobo, Algarve

Ref: 2353

4 84

£6,678 - £12,020

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Villa Las Dunas is a magnificent contemporary four bedroom villa in Vale do Lobo, with ocean views and close proximity to the nearby beautiful beach. Villa Las Dunas features cable television with Sky Sports, wi-fi internet, a private infinity swimming pool, a roof terrace with Jacuzzi hot tub and much, much more!

Casa da Musica

Malhao, Paderne, Algarve

Ref: 3741

7 147

£9,594 - £17,711

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Casa da Musica is a stunning seven bedroom villa of the highest quality from Shantivillas. The far reaching views all the way to the coastline are a joy to behold, as is the sense of tranquility and relaxation that guests staying at this exclusive property will experience on their dream holiday. And wait until you see the musical theme to the luxury decor throughout the villa!

Casa Joana

near Carvoeiro Area, Algarve

Ref: 3461

4 84

£2,406 - £3,738

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Casa Joana is an impressive and luxurious contemporary four bedroom villa with private pool, situated just 100 metres from a supermarket complex with cafe and shops, and approximately 2kms from the town centre of Carvoeiro- where you will find a wide selection of bars, restaurants and shops. With wi-fi internet, air conditioning and electric shutters throughout.

Can Font

Inland Villages & North Coast, Ibiza

Ref: 3273

2 42

£2,078 - £3,063

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Nestling amongst the pine trees, Can Font offers peace, tranquility and seclusion and is the perfect choice for a rural hideaway. An original Ibicencan “Finca”, with thick stonewalls, tiled floors and beamed ceilings, it has been lovingly restored by its owners to offer split-level accommodation and a very comfortable holiday base.

Villa Thelma

Vale do Lobo, Algarve

Ref: 3688

3 63

£3,183 - £6,678

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Villa Thelma is a beautiful three bedroom villa with private pool situated in the prestigious golf resort of Vale do Lobo. With Wi-Fi internet and air conditioning in the bedrooms and living area - included in the rate.

Villa Belissima

Vale do Lobo, Algarve

Ref: 2217

6 157

£9,817 - £17,682

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Villa Belissima is a stunning 6 bedroom property situated just a few hundred yards from the beach of Vale do Lobo and the popular Praca area. The villa was built on one of the original plots and is finished to an extremely high standard. There is also a private tennis court at this property. Complete with air conditioning, under floor heating, permanent hot water system, alarm, entry phone system, sound system and a central control panel for the villa's electric shutters. All doors are protected by mosquito screens. The 6th bedroom has been recently added to the property and is brand new for summer 2025!

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