Family-Friendly Villas for an Affordable Easter Holiday
February 7, 2024
Easter is a fantastic time for an affordable family adventure, brimming with smiles and everlasting memories. With school holidays in full swing, comfortable temperatures, lower rental rates, fewer crowds, and the weather becoming more delightful each day, why not seize the opportunity to embrace the Easter break with your very own private villa?
We have an extensive selection of spacious, private villas featuring large outdoor areas – the ideal setting for an unforgettable family retreat. Whether you fancy exploring charming coastal towns in the Algarve, sailing along the dazzling Croatian coastline, or unwinding in a serene Majorcan haven, we’re confident that we can help you to discover the perfect villa tailored to your desires.
We understand the importance of catering to every family member’s needs. That’s why we’ve handpicked incredible family-friendly villas in dreamy destinations like Portugal, Croatia, and Spain. From heated pools for the little ones to games rooms for teenagers and fenced pool areas for toddlers, this selection of properties is designed with your family in mind.
Whatever is important to you and your family, we really do have something for everyone!
Family-Friendly Villas in Portugal
In Portugal, Easter is a celebration that beautifully intertwines sacred traditions and sweet indulgences. Keep an eye out for the traditional ‘Dance of the Dead’ and indulge in Algarvian sweet treats like marzipan and fig cakes – the perfect accompaniment to your villa’s terrace views. Don’t forget to savour ‘Folar,’ a traditional Easter cake symbolising friendship and unity.
Villa da Mare
Santa Eulalia, Algarve
5 Bedrooms | Sleeps 11
A stunning beachfront villa with private pool and built-in Jacuzzi, private access to the beach, enormous open-plan kitchen, and a home cinema!
Villa Luz
Praia da Luz, Algarve
5 Bedrooms | Sleeps 10
Nestled in the hillside above Praia da Luz, this lovely villa has magnificent gardens, a private pool, which can be heated, and a tennis court to keep all ages entertained.
Villa Jaliyah
Vilamoura, Algarve
4 Bedrooms | Sleeps 8
A charming villa just a short walk from the Old Village in Vilamoura. On the lower level there is a pool table to keep the family entertained away from the hot sun!
Villa Sonny
Carvoeiro, Algarve
4 Bedrooms | Sleeps 10
Located in a quiet residential area in Sesmarias, this villa is a great location, just a short drive from Carvoeiro and Ferragudo, and there are numerous beaches close by. This is a great choice for groups with young children as it has a children’s pool and a children’s play area to keep the little ones amused.
Family-Friendly Villas in Croatia
Easter in Croatia is a vibrant affair, with hand-painted eggs and sweet cakes taking centre stage. The original hand-boiled variety, known as pisanice, are adorned with symbolic colours and designs created with leaves, pressed flowers, and vegetable dyes. Satisfy your sweet tooth with treats like ‘gibanica’, made with flour and eggs, and dotted with walnuts, poppy seed or cheese, and the flan-like tasty dessert, ‘rožata,’ associated with Dubrovnik.
Villa Duet
Istria, Croatia
3 Bedrooms | Sleeps 8
This impressive holiday house provides a high degree of privacy and luxury, ideal for families. Each of the bedrooms have LCD TV’s with satellite reception and the property is surrounded by hedges and stone fences to ensure the complete privacy of guests.
Silver
Istria, Croatia
6 Bedrooms | Sleeps 14
Only 500 metres from the sea and with no near neighbours, this villa is a wonderful choice for large families wanting their own space and freedom. There’s an expansive garden with a large swimming pool and behind the house there is also a children’s play area.
Villa Premantura
Istria, Croatia
4 Bedrooms | Sleeps 8
This modern villa is just 300m from the beach, has panoramic sea views and accommodation on three levels. There is an attractive swimming pool, with a shallow end for children and a massage area. Just a few minutes drive is Cape Kamenjak – a small peninsula consisting of more than 30km of coastline with crystal blue sea, numerous coves and amazing beaches!
Family-Friendly Villas in Ibiza
Spring in Ibiza brings longer days, warming temperatures, and a unique Easter celebration. Dive into vibrant processions featuring traditional costumes, music, and a burst of colours. Don’t miss out on the delicious ‘Flaó,’ a sweet and savoury pastry unique to the island.
Drift
San Antonio, Ibiza
6 Bedrooms | Sleeps 12
The beautiful sunset beaches of Cala Bassa and Cala Conta are just a five-minute drive from this wonderful Ibizan holiday home. The palm-filled gardens and low whitewashed buildings cluster around the sunny pool deck to create a wonderful sun-dappled oasis. There are also lovely lawned areas where little ones can play and even a fish pond to explore!
Can Rica
San Antonio, Ibiza
6 Bedrooms | Sleeps 11
A beautiful, spacious finca set in lush countryside. Outside is fabulous with huge entertaining spaces and lots of outdoor seating and chill-out areas, a large and inviting swimming pool which is gated for extra reassurance if there are little ones in the group. There is also an outdoor kitchen and cinema for the ultimate night in!
Shiloh
Cala Vadella, Ibiza
3 Bedrooms | Sleeps 6
Located in the hills of Cala Vadella Ibiza, Shiloh is a unique property set away from the hustle and bustle but conveniently close to Cala Vedella Beach. There is a heated pool with a plunge pool area for little ones and a lovely, covered barbecue with high quality, comfortable outdoor furniture, ambient lighting and a barbecue for alfresco dinners and entertaining.
Family-Friendly Villas in Mallorca
Easter in Mallorca is a celebration of traditions, from the ‘Fira del Ram’ (which starts at the beginning of March and ends in mid-April) to the famous ‘Davallaments’ (the descent of Christ from the cross), which take place on Good Friday in the capital and in towns such as Pollença. Explore the island’s rich gastronomy with savoury pastries like ‘Panades’ (pasties that are traditionally stuffed with lamb and peas) and sweet treats such as ‘rubiols’ (small moon-shaped pastries filled with delicious jams, chocolates, cream, and even cottage cheese) and ‘Confits de Caperutxa,’ (large aniseed sweets with almonds inside), marking a sweet ending to your Mallorcan Easter.
Rafe
Cala San Vicente, Mallorca
3 Bedrooms | Sleeps 6
A lovely villa, situated within easy walking distance of the sandy coves and turquoise waters of the pretty resort of Cala San Vicente. The property itself has been furnished to a high standard throughout and decorated in Mediterranean pastel colours. Outside is very pretty with a walled pool terrace adorned with trailing plants and flowers.
Can Tellulah
Pollença, Mallorca
6 Bedrooms | Sleeps 12
A charming villa full of Mediterranean warmth and light. It is located just outside the old town of Pollença and the country roads are ideal for runs, walks or cycling. The landscape-style swimming pool has natural rocks and a waterfall, it is surrounded by a lawn and the lovely garden.
Pollença, Mallorca
2 Bedrooms | Sleeps 4
A characterful, semi-detached property in a countryside setting, yet very close to Pollenca Town. It has lovely mature gardens full of plants, trees and shrubs and a patio for sunbathing next to the swimming pool. There is also a covered outside kitchen and dining furniture for alfresco meals away from the sun.
Make this Easter unforgettable by whisking your family away to the sun-drenched landscapes of your dream villa!
Contact us for some fantastic options for a sunny, fun-filled Easter getaway.
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