As the winter frosts melt and the first flowers start to bloom, nature in Europe truly comes alive. From rolling green hills to purple lavender fields, and vibrant wildflowers in all shades, a whole new palette of colours is exposed in spring.
The sunshine is pleasant without the fierce heat of summer and crowds are fewer, making it the perfect time to hike in the hills or cycle through pretty villages and country lanes.
Though travel may be restricted this spring, we can still daydream about the blossoming landscapes and the luxurious properties from which to enjoy them. Below are our picks of the bunch.
Hamlet Rosumarinu
Corsica, FranceCorsica may bring to mind beautiful beaches and sparkling waters but the island also boasts a lush inland between the mountains and the sea. In this region lies the exclusive Domaine de Murtoli estate where guests can play a round of golf on the private course, harvest fruit and vegetables from the organic gardens, and enjoy wine tasting sessions to name but a few activities.
Hamlet Rosumarinu is a pretty property within the estate, comprising four traditional shepherds’ houses. With a swimming pool, a petanque pitch beneath olive trees, and a well-equipped outdoor kitchen and terrace for al fresco dining, it’s the perfect choice for enjoying the spring sunshine.
7 bedrooms, up to 16 guests
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Hamlet Rosumarinu
Bedrooms: 7, Guests: 16
From 10,500
to 58,450 EUR
per week
Villa A Liccia
Bedrooms: 5, Guests: 10
From 9,450
to 56,350 EUR
per week
Villa Luna
Bedrooms: 5, Guests: 10
From 20,500
to 31,950 EUR
per week
Villa Wooden Horizon
Bedrooms: 8, Guests: 18
From 19,201 EUR
per week,
to price on request
Villa Llenaire
Mallorca, SpainMallorca is the perfect spring destination for nature lovers. The island’s Pollenca peninsula Mallorca is the perfect spring destination for nature lovers. The island’s Pollenca peninsula features pine forests, rocky bays, sandy beaches, and cliffs jutting out into the sea, which provide homes for nesting seabirds. The climate is ideal for hiking, and visitors can head to the top of Cap de Formentor to enjoy panoramic views, stretching all the way to Menorca on a clear day.
The perfect choice for families, Villa Llenaire features spacious gardens with a swimming pool, a table tennis set, an in-ground sandpit and a swing set. There’s also an outdoor kitchen ideal for family barbecues, whilst indoors there’s a well-equipped gym, a playroom, and a TV room perfect for movie nights.
4 bedrooms, up to 8 guests
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Bright Blue Cliff House
Bedrooms: 5, Guests: 10
From 25,000
to 45,000 EUR
per week
Can Skye
Bedrooms: 9, Guests: 18
From 12,500
to 30,000 EUR
per week
Can Tepa
Bedrooms: 5, Guests: 12
From 12,500
to 33,000 EUR
per week
Casa India
Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 15,500
to 19,999 EUR
per week
Isla Sa Ferradura
Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 250,000
to 300,000 EUR
per week
Villa Infinity - Ibiza
Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 28,000
to 73,500 EUR
per week
Villa La Fabrica
Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 7,250 EUR
per week,
to price on request
Villa Las Cicadas
Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 7,700
to 22,400 EUR
per week
Villa Mayoas
Bedrooms: 7, Guests: 14
From 66,700 EUR
per week,
to price on request
Villa Na Xamena
Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 15,400
to 24,500 EUR
per week
Villa Rica
Bedrooms: 5, Guests: 10
From 35,000
to 45,000 EUR
per week
Villa Roca
Bedrooms: 8, Guests: 16
From 50,000
to 70,000 EUR
per week
Villa Borghese
Florence Area, ItalyTuscany is stunning at any time of year but in spring, it has an extra special magic. The hillsides are lush and green, the flowers are blossoming, and the temperatures are mild, perfect for enjoying the great outdoors.
In the countryside between Tuscan capital Florence and historic Lucca lies Villa Borghese, a beautifully-restored 16th century mansion. Built on a hillside of olive trees and vineyards, the villa offers spectacular views overlooking the surrounding valley. It boasts beautifully-landscaped gardens and a private swimming pool, plus it’s within easy driving distance of excellent golf courses.
7 bedrooms, up to 12 guests
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Villa Marie
Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 17,500 EUR
per week,
to price on request
The Lodge Chalet
Verbier, SwitzerlandAs the snow melts away, the slopes of Verbier come alive with vibrant wildflowers and lush, green grasses. Visitors can enjoy mountain hikes and scenic golf sessions, or get their adrenaline pumping with paragliding, rock climbing, and canyoning.
At the end of an action-packed day, The Lodge is the ideal place to retreat to and relax and unwind in style. The chalet’s garden boasts a Jacuzzi, a lounge and barbecue area, a table tennis set, and plenty of sun loungers and hammocks for lying back and soaking up the spring sunshine. Indoors, there’s a heated swimming pool, spa facilities, and a bar and games room to keep all ages entertained. Who needs snow?
9 bedrooms, up to 18 guests
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Chalet Apartment Entre Ciel et Terre
Bedrooms: 4, Guests: 8
From 21,000
to 36,000 CHF
per week
Chalet Apartment La Vallee Blanche
Bedrooms: 4, Guests: 10
From 10,000
to 22,000 CHF
per week
Chalet Chouqui
Bedrooms: 9, Guests: 20
From 55,000
to 200,000 CHF
per week
Chalet Dent Blanche
Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 63,480
to 91,140 CHF
per week
Chalet La Vigne
Bedrooms: 4, Guests: 10
From 20,760
to 116,500 CHF
per week
Chalet Les Attelas
Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 14,000
to 80,000 CHF
per week
Chalet Makini
Bedrooms: 5, Guests: 11
Price on request
Chalet No 14
Bedrooms: 13, Guests: 26
From 67,400
to 165,000 CHF
per week
Chalet Norte
Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 101,810 CHF
per week,
to price on request
Chalet Nyumba
Bedrooms: 7, Guests: 14
From 29,000
to 140,000 CHF
per week
Chalet Pierre Avoi
Bedrooms: 8, Guests: 16
From 17,000
to 100,000 CHF
per week
Chalet Rock
Bedrooms: 5, Guests: 10
From 14,000
to 75,000 CHF
per week
Chalet Spa Verbier
Bedrooms: 5, Guests: 10
From 58,000
to 155,000 CHF
per week
Chalet Truffe Blanche
Bedrooms: 9, Guests: 18
From 88,800
to 180,000 CHF
per week
The Lodge Chalet
Bedrooms: 9, Guests: 18
From 69,300
to 295,500 CHF
per week
