Holiday Reads: Luxury Villas with Literary Inspiration

Chalet Truffe Blanche, Verbier

Guests travelling with younger children may have a copy of the kids’ classic Heidi in their suitcase or on their e-reader. To relive the idyllic atmosphere of the popular story, head to Chalet Truffe Blanche in Verbier, an elegant nine-bedroom property with every possible amenity to entertain guests of all ages: a gym, pool, hammam, beauty salon, home cinema, wine cellar, plus a private bar and nightclub. This extremely luxurious property even has its own library with fireplace, the ideal place to get cosy and catch up on those summer reads.

Villa Nevaeh, Anguilla

Crime stories are always popular summer reads, and a classic like Murder in the Caribbean by Agatha Christie would not disappoint. Aside from the brilliant plot, part of the fascination of the book is the tropical setting – easily recreated in the stunning Villa Nevaeh in Anguilla. A large beachfront property with nine bedrooms, a private tennis and basketball courts, a yoga deck and water sports equipment available, it is indeed the perfect place to enjoy a fabulous holiday – and get engrossed in a book.

Dimora Ghirlandaio, Florence Area

Set mostly in Tuscany, A Room with a View is an intensely romantic depiction of a city and a landscape that has been enchanting visitors for centuries. The sunflower fields, olive groves and wineries that are described in the book can also be found in the beautiful Dimora del Ghirlandaio, a large and elegant villa, dating back to the renaissance, with 20 bedroom and 30 acres of picturesque countryside, rolling hills, and even a forest and a fishing lake. For your slice of Edwardian literature, head to the main courtyard and make the most of the breathtaking views of Florence’s celebrated cathedral in the distance.