Paphos

Paphos Town is the capital of the region, and the mythical birthplace of Aphrodite – the Greek Goddess of Love, and proves a popular destination for tourists. Properties in Paphos lend themselves to discovering the deep culture, cuisine, history and mythology of the area, or to let you relax, sunbathe and soak in the sights and sounds of your Paphos holiday.  Renting a self-catering villa in Paphos provides a fantastic opportunity to sample some Cypriot culinary specialities from the local taverns and wine from the hillside vineyards.

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Madrid

Stylish Villas and Apartments in the capital of Spain, Madrid, a magnificent cosmopolitan city in the heart of the country, boasting some of Spain’s finest cultural and historical attractions. As Spain’s most lively city, Madrid holidays are a whirlwind of shopping, entertainment and nightlife, and with so much going on, it is very hard not to get swept up in the tremendous way of life. Taking accommodation in Madrid once almost ensures that you will take another Madrid holiday or weekend break in the near future!

There are a huge number of things to do in Madrid, but it is often the famous Madrid shopping streets that lure people into renting Madrid accommodation. The fashion boutiques and local craft shops which adorn the central business district mean that shopping holidays in Madrid are never far from the top of the list for shopping destinations. The huge range of styles and cuisine of Madrid restaurants also helps to keep energy levels high, and fantastic cooking courses lasting between a single session and a whole week can easily be arranged. The medieval centre of Madrid hides many fantastic monuments. Those taking a Madrid weekend break are best staying in accommodation close to the historic centre, as there is so much here that you can fit a huge amount into just a short Madrid city break. The ‘big three’ museums in Madrid, the Prado, Thyssen and Reina Sofia, hold famous collections of art, and tourism in Madrid is often centered around the Puerta del Sol right in the city centre, the core of Madrid’s golden age, the Plaza Mayor and the extravagant Plaza de Cibbeles. Madrid tours and travel guides of Madrid’s finest monuments can easily be picked up from any of these centres.
There are even great golf courses in Madrid. The 36 hole Real Club de Puerta de Hierro and the 18 hole Club de Campo Villa de Madrid golf courses are the pick of the bunch, both located within 4km of Madrid.

At various times throughout the year, tourism in Madrid erupts as local festivals and events turn the city into a party destination. The annual Carnevale at the end of February and the localised saint’s days which occur in the cities districts throughout July are magnificent times to be staying in Madrid accommodation as entertainment is rife and the atmosphere is jovial to say the least! The bullfighting season starts in February and lasts until the end of the summer, and information on events can be found in the Madrid Travel Guide, published each year.

There is no shortage of entertainment in Madrid. Things to do are everywhere, from watching Real Madrid play to visiting the city zoo, dancing in the streets during the annual Jazz Festival to boating on one of the city lakes, Madrid accommodation is the ideal base for having one of Europe’s finest destinations for a city break; Madrid.

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Umbria

Umbria self-catering villas are located in a small region in central Italy, with Perugia as its capital. Umbria is a mountainous region, and famous for well preserved hilltop towns, and beautifully hand crafted ceramics. It is a lush area, and many of the Umbria villas and luxury apartments have outstanding gardens growing produce available at the local markets so prepare to eat well, even on a self-catering holiday!. Umbria remains a tranquil, relaxing, un-crowded haven. A rented villa in Umbria gives the freedom to soak in the culture, relax and sample some of the best food in Italy, with the flexibility and privacy needed to really enjoy and discover Umbria at your own pace.

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Istria & Kvarner

Istria is the peninsula of Croatia which boarders Slovenia and shares a maritime boarder with Italy. Self-catering apartments, villas and farmhouses in Istria are always in great demand as this is the most popular tourist destination in Croatia.  A holiday rental in Istria places you squarely in the gastronomic heartland of Croatia, where indulging in the fresh seafood, white truffles and local white wines will certainly become a main feature of your stay in an Istria apartment or villa.

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Costa Brava

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Devon

From stunning Contemporary Town houses in Dartmouth, to spacious Lutyens style farmhouses, cottages and other self catering accommodation, with sweeping southerly views across Devon, one of England’s larger counties, is a blissful rural area with timeless charm and a relaxed laidback atmosphere. Devon has two coasts, huge granite tors, miles of unspoilt forests, majestic rivers and idyllic small communities.

Dartmouth sits in the banks of the mouth of the River Dart in South Devon.  With twisting streets, cobbled market squares and a range of boutique shops and galleries, the charm of Dartmouth is undeniable, and with so much to see and do, self catering Dartmouth cottages are the perfect solution for a family holiday by the sea.

Devon has an array of rustic to luxury holiday cottages, farmhouses and other holiday self catering accommodation.  Warfleet Creek is a small triangular tidal inlet in the west side of the River Dart estuary in England. It is near Dartmouth, Devon. It has steep rocky sides. At low tide there is a stony beach with some small rockpools.  The creek was home to Dartmouth Pottery, a local landmark building which has had many uses over 400 years, now converted to residential and holiday apartments.  Dartmouth is a great town to walk and you don't have to walk far to see some lovely architecture. Many houses and cottages in the town have views of the river and you'll find this one on the left as you take a stroll out to Warfleet Creek.

Start Bay lines the Eastern Coast of the South Hams.  Start Bay benefits from a magnificent coastline of high, sweeping clifts, interspaced with long beaches and ancient fishing villages now awash with colour and serving the needs of a modern society, with cafes, shops and old-fashioned country pubs. The area is popular with families, as it is within easy reach of both Kingsbridge and Dartmouth but offers many beaches, though these are mostly of coarse sand.

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