Get packing: Save up to 25% on last-minute luxury villas from CV Villas

CV Villas, the luxury villa specialist, offers a wide range of stunning, hand-picked villas worldwide, each chosen for its style, individuality and deluxe features, be it a gorgeous infinity pool, a silver-leaved olive grove or direct access to a beautiful Mediterranean beach. For those looking to get away for a week of sunshine, relaxation and continental living at a beautiful self-catered property, CV Villas still has a number of enticing last-minute villa breaks to choose from.

Here is a selection of villas with last-minute availability for August 2018:

The Olive Grove: Puglia, Italy – from £363 pp (was £452 pp) – SAVE 20%
This spacious villa in the heart of the Puglian countryside is surrounded by stunning olive groves and gardens. Boasting entertainment for every age group, features include a private floodlit tennis and basketball court, sizeable (11 m x 6 m) swimming pool and splash pool, table tennis and football, children’s go-karts and play area, and bikes for exploring the surrounding area. Facilities include a large barbecue and pizza oven, and fruit and vegetables grown in the grounds provide pick-your-own ingredients for lunch. Generously sleeping eight adults and four children, the six-bedroom villa, with extra beds, has space for an extended group of family and friends.
Departing 11 August, one week’s stay is now from £363 pp (£4,352 total)*

Villa Gertrudis: Ibiza – from £554 pp (was £737 pp) – SAVE 25%
A beautifully-furnished five-bedroom villa, close to Ibiza Town, a choice of beaches on the east and west coast, grocery shops, boutiques and excellent restaurants, this is the ideal choice for a large family or group of friends. Making the most of outdoor living, there is an inviting pool, set in a broad sun terrace and hemmed by a sail-shaded gazebo and an outdoor kitchen, all of which is complemented by the villa’s indoor/outdoor sound system. There is also a basketball net and a fenced hard court for badminton, football or mini-tennis. Accommodating ten, the villa is elegantly furnished and has an upper terrace too.
Departing 18 August, one week’s stay is now from £554 pp (£5,538 total)*

Beach Cottage: Algarve, Portugal – from £939 pp
Enjoying direct access to a spectacular, breezy Atlantic beach, this delightful former keeper’s cottage is now a family villa (sleeping six), with stylish nautical interiors, contemporary comforts, generous (12.5 m x 6.5 m) swimming pool and beautiful views. Ferragudo Village is a mere 1 km walk away, with an excellent selection of restaurants and shops, and buzzing Portimão and Carvoeiro are a short drive away.
Departing 11 August, one week’s stay is from £939 pp (£5,633 total)*

Peristera House: St Stephano, Corfu – from £1,506 pp
This stunning villa, new to the rental market, features in CV Villas’ Private Collection and is fully-staffed. For a true taste of luxury, enjoy its cinema room, wine cellar, infinity pool with breathtaking views over the Ionian Sea and private chef service** included in the price throughout August. Stylishly decorated with crisp white interiors, the spacious villa sleeps twelve for an unforgettable Greek island getaway. Concierge service included.***
Departing 13 August, one week’s stay is from £1,506 pp (£18,077 total)*

*Prices are based on maximum occupancy and include maid service, welcome pack and extras as specified above. Flights are extra and can be arranged by CV Villas.

**Chef service: Lunch or dinner prepared by a chef at the villa. Cost of food is not included and is payable locally.

***Concierge service: The concierge is non-resident but will visit as required and is contactable six days per week. The concierge will gladly arrange a selection of additional services, most of which should be booked in advance and all at an additional cost. These can include in-villa beauty and wellness treatments, daily newspapers and a catering service.

Notes to editors: For more than 40 years, CV Villas has organised tailor-made villa holidays in inspiring locations across Europe and the world. A CV Villa holiday combines beautiful villas in unrivalled settings with flights, car hire and expert local support.

From its origins in Corfu, the 900-strong portfolio now features villas in some of the world’s most sought-after locations, including Greece, Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Croatia, Morocco, the Caribbean and the USA. Many properties are exclusively available through CV Villas.

CV Villas’ Private Collection is an exceptional portfolio of the world’s finest and most luxurious fully-staffed villas in stunning settings.

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