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Casas na Areia · Comporta
Casas na Areia, Comporta
Set among the windswept dunes just outside Comporta, these four beach houses redefine barefoot living: the living rooms have actual sand floors. Guests stay in thatched-roof cottages with minimalist, white-on-white design and spend their days sunning by the pool surrounded by marshland. It’s the kind of place to truly unplug and embrace a few days of uninterrupted R&R. Rates from €500/night | BOOK NOW
Thavma Cyclades · Milos
Thavma Cyclades, Greek Islands
This brilliant hospitality project transforms traditional syrmata—fishermen’s houses once used to store boats—into serene waterfront retreats on the islands of Kimolos and Milos. Each hideaway is set directly on the sea, with whitewashed interiors, balconies, full kitchens, and outdoor showers. As part of its mission, 25% of proceeds support local island communities. Rates from €260/night | BOOK NOW
La Grange Rouge, France
The passion project of Thibaud Guyonnet, former Creative Director at Berlin’s Voo Store, this restored three-bedroom barn is by far the most stylish place to stay in France’s Auvergne region (about five hours from Paris). Both the landscape—rolling green hills, dormant volcanoes, and dense forests—and the villa are conducive to a vacation centered around R&R. The house is painted almost entirely in a vibrant red, with soaring floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the surrounding landscape, particularly beautiful at sunset. Days here should be purposefully slow, ideally including a dip in the outdoor bath. Rates from $475/night | BOOK NOW
Calanque de Saména · Marseille
Jogging Houses, Marseille
Part boutique stay, part design project, Jogging Houses offers two memorable addresses in Marseille. The first is a one-bedroom villa in the quiet seaside neighborhood of Samena, where textured plaster, reclaimed stone, a small pool, and a private patio sit just steps from the Mediterranean. The other is an apartment inside Le Corbusier's legendary Cité Radieuse, blending original architecture with warm, mid-century-inspired interiors and earthy materials. Rates from €275/night | BOOK NOW
Villa Mama Smeralda · Porto Cervo
Villa Mama Smeralda, Sardinia
Ten minutes from the sparkling coves of Porto Rotondo, Sardinia, this three-bedroom villa is all whitewashed walls, natural stone, warm wood, and woven textures. Inside, you’ll find a wood-beamed kitchen and sculptural fireplace, while outside, a terrace frames panoramic views of the gulf. An outdoor shower and barbecue area complete the setup. Rates from €450/night | BOOK NOW
Faros Villa Serifos · Sifnos
Faros Villa, Serifos
This cliffside villa showcases everything that makes Serifos so special: dramatic landscapes, peaceful beaches, and a slower pace than many of its Cycladic neighbors. Sleeping two guests, it blends rustic stonework, exposed beams, and breezy white interiors with panoramic Aegean views, while a private beach is just steps below. Rates from $600/night | BOOK NOW
VIU EMPORDÀ · Pals
Can Pardalet, Costa Brava
Hidden among olive trees just outside the village of Rupià, this three-bedroom retreat feels worlds away from the Costa Brava’s busier beach towns. The home balances rustic stonework with airy double-height spaces, a long saltwater pool, and sweeping countryside views. And hotel-style extras—breakfast service, private chefs, massages, yoga, and concierge planning—make the stay feel especially effortless. Rates from €3,800/week | BOOK NOW
Casa Caroseno by Boutique · Alberobello
Casa Caroseno, Puglia
This two-bedroom villa brings a warm, mid-century edge to the Puglia countryside. Originally built as a family home in the 1950s, it retains its arched façade and sculptural fireplaces, while palm trees, flowering gardens, and a pool set a relaxed tone outside. Guests are also invited to dine at the owners' osteria in town, where ingredients come straight from the villa's garden. Rates from €325/night | BOOK NOW
Borgo Tre Lake Garda · Verona
Borgo Tre, Lake Garda
Housed within an 18th-century farmhouse, this intimate retreat proves you don't need a grand hotel to experience the magic of Lake Garda. Borgo Tre's handful of two- and three-bedroom suites pair natural materials with sweeping lake views, while a heated pool, sauna, cold plunge, and restorative bathing rituals make for a wellness-focused stay. Rates from €515/night | BOOK NOW
Maison Légère · Le Mans
Maison Légère, France
Tucked into the bucolic Perche region about two hours from Paris, this restored country home is built for slow living. The five-acre grounds include rolling meadows and a vegetable garden, while the interiors balance rustic textures with preserved stone. It sleeps up to seven across three bedrooms, with a fully equipped kitchen and extras like breakfast baskets, aperitif deliveries, and private-chef meals. Rates from €2,400/week | BOOK NOW
Casa Magrana, Mallorca
Set in the beautiful town of Valldemossa, this cozy, three-bedroom finca has a rustic-chic feel and perfect location near the Tramuntana Mountains, ideal for those who like to hike. Spread across two floors, it’s an ideal pad for a couple or small family, with a spacious garden and terrace for leisurely alfresco meals. And it’s a quick 20-minute drive to Palma if you desire a bit of action. Rates from €250/night | BOOK NOW
St. Ives Beachfront Penthouse, Cornwall
With its contemporary coastal aesthetic, you'd be forgiven for thinking this beachfront penthouse was in Malibu rather than on the coast of England. The three-bedroom home sleeps up to six and features floor-to-ceiling windows, double-height living spaces, and a spacious terrace, all designed to keep the focus firmly on the sea. Rates from £525/night | BOOK NOW
No.5 Saint Paul, St. Paul de Vence
Set in perhaps the French Riviera’s most famous, charming town, this three-bedroom townhouse reimagines a 16th-century home with earthy, contemporary interiors. Inside, you’ll find original fireplaces and a full kitchen, while the real showstopper is outside, where panoramic terraces overlook the Alps and coast. Rates from €3,500/week | BOOK NOW
Tenuta Borgia · Pantelleria
Tenuta Borgia, Pantelleria
Closer to Tunisia than mainland Italy, Pantelleria is known for its volcanic coastline, black rock, and traditional dammusi—stone houses built to handle the island’s heat and wind. This collection of restored dammusi ranges from intimate retreats for two to larger houses for groups, all surrounded by palms, pines, fruit trees, and sea views. A pool, lush gardens, and optional private chef service complete the stay. Rates from €900/week | BOOK NOW
Arles Pool Suite · Arles
Arles Pool Suite, Arles
In the Provençal city of Arles, this one-bedroom retreat reimagines a traditional stone building as a private indoor-outdoor hideaway for two. A heated saltwater pool runs through the center of the space, surrounded by lush plants, honey-colored stone, and sunlit terraces. Thoughtful touches like Aesop amenities and organic linens elevate the stay. Rates from €300/night | BOOK NOW
Le Cabanon de Malmousque, Marseille
Nestled along an alleyway in Marseille’s Malmousque neighborhood, this one-bedroom hideaway is stylish and charming. Inside, whitewashed rooms, terracotta floors, a full kitchen, and small pops of color give it an easy coastal feel, and outside, beaches and cool restaurants are just a short walk away. Rates from €1,000/week | BOOK NOW
Casa Melangolo · Sorrento
Casa Melangolo, Sorrento
Perched above the Bay of Naples, this romantic villa is all lemon groves, old stone, and cinematic views of Mount Vesuvius. The two-bedroom apartment sits within the restored 19th-century villa where the owners also live, with shared access to two pools, pergola dining, and a sauna and gym. Rates from $500/night | BOOK NOW
Casa Pernoise, Provence
Created by the owner of the beloved La Maison Pernoise decor store, this four-bedroom retreat brings the shop's understated aesthetic to life. Earthy plaster walls, weathered wood, and handcrafted ceramics give every room a gorgeous minimalism, while outside, there’s a pretty pool and olive-shaded terrace. Extras like private chefs, in-home massages, and yoga sessions can also be arranged. Rates from €425/night | BOOK NOW
Majamaja · Helsinki
Majamaja, Helsinki
Majamaja brings together the best of Finnish architecture, off-grid living, and Nordic minimalism. Just minutes from central Helsinki, these compact waterfront cabins pair warm timber interiors with uninterrupted views across the archipelago. They're also powered by thoughtful eco-technology, making this as much a lesson in sustainable living as it is a peaceful escape. Rates from €190/night | BOOK NOW
Täppan, Sweden
Two hours from Stockholm, this mid-century forest cabin captures the playful side of Scandinavian design. Think sage-green tile, warm timber, vintage furniture, and a sculptural fireplace at the heart of the living space. The outside is just as charming, with a spacious terrace, grill, meadow views, and a nearby lake for swimming. Rates from $375/night | BOOK NOW
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