When a hotel is home, where do you go on vacation? The answer could be an uber-luxury villa escape, where you and your entourage can play, unwind, and reset. If you’re familiar with the villas of Relais & Chateaux or the even more exclusive portfolio of Le Collectionist, this handful of homes from around the globe take private getaway to the next level. Whether you like to go high and hard, get your tan on, shop or learn and give back, there’s something for every posse in the following selection of favorites. These are some of the most insane luxury villas to rent.
Tagomago Island at sunset
Ibiza Island Villa Escape
Destination: Tagomago, Balearic Islands
Nothing says luxury like your own 148-acre island. Keep the fitness regimen up with a run to the lighthouse, or with water sports from the island’s yacht. With a coterie of staff ready at your command for anything from a meal to a massage, your wishes are all you need for a perfect stay.
Arrive in style at your palace in Marrakech
Shop The Souks ’til you Drop (or need a massage)
Destination: The Grand Riad at Royal Mansour Marrakech
Lose yourself with the royal treatment at this palace-within-a-palace hotel. Breathtaking furnishings and attention to detail are the ideal inspiration for a little shopping in the Souks. All seamlessly coordinated by your discreet butler and his staff to make the most of the hotel’s services.
Caribbean Island Paradise
Destination: The Aerial Buck Island, BVI
Take a holistic approach to rejuvenation where equine meets aqua. Forty-eight acres of tropical paradise are home to a ranch and powdery white beaches. Naturally, there is a spa and chef for bespoke treatments and events. If waterside is more your vibe, a beach bar, boat and boards are on hand too, to keep you busy.
Chalet in the Swiss Alps Extravagance
Destination: Chalet Zermatt Peak
Sunset views of the Matterhorn? Check. Spa, wine cellar, gym? Check, check, check. This multi-award winning chalet takes mountain luxury to the highest peak. With 3D views from living areas and bedrooms, inspiration for the outdoors comes easily.
Como Lakeside Dreaming
Destination: Villa Pliniana Lake Como
History rhymes and repeats throughout one of Como’s most beloved villas. Arrive by Vaporina or touch down at the heliport to the gentle sounds of the villa’s own freshwater spring. Gardens that delight, an all-seasons poolside spa and a sophisticated approach to indoor entertaining keeps the poetry of a bygone era alive.
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FAQs
A: What’s a typical rate for a luxury villa?
Q: An uber-luxury villa starts around $25,000 per night and can reach upwards of $100,000. Gratuities are generally not included.
Q: How many members of staff are in attendance?
A: Typically, a specialist staff will be coordinated by your butler, including a chef, sommelier, groundskeeper, pilot, captain, guide and housekeeping.
A: Is booking required well-in advance?
Q: Depending on the time of year and the specific requirements of guests, bookings can be made on short notice.
