Family villa holidays
Tours & holidays in 2018 & 2019

The location of our apartment (Driftwood). It was wonderful to be able to gaze out of the window and see the ocean, to hear the waves and to walk out at any time for a quick swim almost literally from our doorstep. (more)Jill Manwaring

Beautiful landscapes, excellent food! Great for a relaxing holiday. (more)Lila Caballero

A perfect location for a relaxing holiday in a lovely villa with a stunning location. (more)Jenny Hepburn

Most memorable was the beautiful view from the house, the comfortable furnishings, the brilliant book & dvd collection and the wood fires, all of which made us feel so at home and quite glad of the rain for giving us an excuse to cosy up together and read. (more)Tracy Field

We really felt that we got to know this area of southern Spain thanks to our hosts. Really great time. We'd love to go back. (more)Laura Greenman

We loved Cirali and our hosts who were welcoming and kind. I would not hesitate to recommend this accommodation to others. (more)Lucy Zaboklicka

It is a delightful oasis hidden off the main road in the off-the-beaten-path town of Cirali. (more)Juli Gammon

We are going back - that says it all! The freedom our 2 boys (18 months and 3 yrs) had both at the house and Cirali in general was the best bit. Running about in the beautiful garden, with the chickens, finding eggs to go with their (delicious!)breakfast. (more)Nisha Vasavda

(The holiday was) Terrific! The accommodation provided a great base to explore the Loire Valley, and it was great at the end of the day to come home to our little cottage in the countryside. (more)Marie Kelly

Five stars for getting the right amount of things done & rest. The countryside is beautiful, the gite and courtyard were lovely, the hosts wonderful and the chateaux have to be seen at least once in a lifetime. (more)Ilinca Anghelescu

It was the perfect family holiday with a 15 month old. With 3 separate cottages all surrounding one courtyard, it provides the perfect place for a shared family holiday, but still giving you your own space to retreat to! (more)Becky Reid

You'd be hard-pressed to find a holiday better than this (more)Emily Hunka

Very good and hugely relaxing...the most memorable part was diving off the rocks into the sea first thing each morning and the views from the bedroom windows across the sea. (more)anna bradley

A Fabulous rest in a beautiful setting, but still always something to do if you wanted. (more)jane edwards

Memorable parts? Hard to find one single thing; the place is lovely, the river a wonderful place for swimming and relaxing by - and rafting down, the scenery is gorgeous, the walking brilliant, the people welcoming and friendly. Tips? Stewart and Ruth are a great asset; really helping with advice on where to go and what to do - worth taking note of their tips before you come. Local benefits? There are few tourists in this undiscovered part of Italy - so hopefully it was helpful... (more)Emma Wakefield

Lovely old medieval town, great local food and Villa Nuba is close to town but feels like it is in the country. Villa is well equipped with all necessities including milk & food for a light supper and breakfast when you first arrive. (more)Janet Hawker

Unbelievable - a small paradise. We are very impressed that the owner has managed to combine luxury accommodation with genuine eco living. (more)Paul Bish

I am delighted to highly recommend Villa Nuba. It really was an amazing holiday. But be prepared....leaving it will break your heart! (more)Heather Reynolds

The gite was lovely - for our 18 month old daughter the highlight was definitely the chickens! For us the highlight was being able to open the door to a beautiful, quiet garden and relax while she could safely explore. (more)Emma Harbour

Leave your toys and books at home!! Everything you need for a couple of weeks is already there. (more)Robert Bradley

Amazing. A lovely cottage with lovely owners who couldn't do enough to help. We received a lovely warm welcome. The cottage was immaculate. Everything had been thought of. (more)Kathryn Rawlinson

A hike across the amazing Timanfaya National Park led by Jose of Blackstone Treks was the most memorable. (more)Sarah Brocklehurst

The best part was staying in the tiny fishing village of Punta Mujeres and interact with the locals simply by having a cortado or getting a beer with the others. This is the best slow travel I have experienced. Highly recommended, if you want to walk, trek, read, write, have great food and surrounded by simple, kind people. An unforgettable holiday where the pace was slow and the locals very kind including the mini market at Punta Mujeres, the hair dresser and folks at Bar Palenka. (more)Priti Patnaik

The cottage was beautiful, the location was perfect. I will definitely be telling everyone about it, although was tempted to keep it as my secret! (more)Laura Whelan

Birds, bats, bees, lizards, pine martens, countless types of flowers and olive, eucalyptus and cypress trees blend in with the traditional style houses. We loved the walks around the forest... I could have spent the entire 10 days happily without leaving the estate at all. (more)Chris Kearney

A wonderful holiday which far exceeded our expectations. (more)Susan Purnell

The location of the accommodation, our home for the next few weeks was simply stunning. The gardens lovingly tended to by the owners Marilyn and Spero, provide a perfect relaxing haven to unwind. The entrance to our cottage was awash with wisteria and the fragrance of white jasmine filled the air. Spotting a Pine Martin one evening was really exciting for all of us! The place is awash with all kinds of wildlife, green lizards, giant centipedes, and birdlife galore. A very exciting playground for... (more)Alison Brookes Day

Memorable parts? Going on a day trip to a remote island organised by owner Tila and swimming on an empty beach. Tips? Definitely rent a car and try arrive in day light as roads signs easily missed in dark Local benefits? Yes - completely. Overall rating? Excellent, cheap and cheerful, direct flights, lots to do...brilliant family holiday would have been equally good for a couple or friends. (more)Zara Stassin

It was a beautiful place to stay. The owners couldn't have been any more accommodating. (more)Janice Chantler

We loved being surrounded by historic French villages; staying in a beautiful rustic (but VERY comfortable) 19th century stone cottage; the warmth and approachability of our hosts Nicole and Alex Crawford; and being spoilt for choice when arranging our daily activities. (more)Jane Lewis

We enjoyed relaxing, reading, swimming and sitting by the pool. Our kids were happy hence so were we! (more)Deborah Sigsgaard

Great. Beautiful place. V. Quiet and peaceful. Visit the Alhambra late afternoon for fewer crowds (more)Nicola Goddard

This is a really beautiful part of Spain as its all hills and valleys...visiting the Alhambra was the most memorable part of the holiday. (more)kay scoresby

Memorable parts? The Peloponnese is very beautiful, so green and relatively quiet. There were so many beaches, and even in August, they weren't crowded. Beach tavernas on quieter beaches were lovely. Tips? Find the wonderful roadside fruit and veg stalls if you're driving (not the trucks driving through Methoni which are over-priced and grumpy). Simon will give you a list of beaches, which are definitely worth visiting (take a snorkel), but all of the beaches are relatively quiet.... (more)Pippa Jones

The best experience! (more)Estefania Castillo

Overall we would rate our holiday 10 out of 10 and fully intend to visit again in the spring, when the wild flowers are blooming. The vineyard is one of the nicest places we have stayed - just what we needed after a stressful year in our business. (more)Helen Maggs

The highlight was the welcoming nature of our host family who shared with us not only their beautifully and painstakingly restored property with its breathtaking view of their terraced vineyard, but also their time, thoughts, knowledge, skills and family fun. (more)Lee Anne Wallach

The trip was memorable because it was so relaxing and we were thoroughly taken care of in the most serene surroundings. The villa itself was beautiful; the beds comfortable; the ac very effective and the food and drink plentiful and delicious. (more)Terry Forbes-Mitchell

My husband and I absolutely loved the villa and have nothing but praise for the wonderful setting, the people - Ten, Euwang and the ladies who cooked fabulous food for us and made us feel really welcome. (more)Geraldine O

Pick up at the airport as promised and whisked through the darkness to a fantastic, isolated villa, with the sounds of crickets and insects only for nightlife. Not a neon light or disco within many tens of miles. A stunning horizon pool beautifully surrounded by the villa and acres of grounds to explore. (more)David Easton

Memorable parts? The peaceful gardens and the generally relaxing ambience Tips? Look forward to a quiet retreat. Take books. Local benefits? Yes. Definitely. Locally sourced products. Local labour. Very environmentally and politically aware Overall rating? Excellent. (more)peter dawson

Memorable parts? Beautiful peaceful surroundings Tips? Perfect for families Local benefits? Yes, the foundation that runs the accommodation works to help people with learning difficulties Overall rating? Excellent. Lovely accommodation, friendly and helpful welcome from Claudia. delicious meal provided on arrival (by special arrangement). We all thoroughly enjoyed it. (more)Gabrielle Townsend