Are you looking for the best holiday destination for your family’s coming holiday trip? There are tons of cottage rental options available throughout Europe but there are also other families who are trying to book probably at the same place. Vacation rentals including cottages, villages and holiday homes offer a laid-back way to enjoy a wonderful continental location while having a comfortable self catering base for a holiday with your family.
Here are our pick of recommended holiday cottages in Spain, France, Austria and Italy that the whole family will love.
France
If your family is the adventurous type and if you are looking for fun activities to do, La Ferme du Soleil is perfect for you. They have classic Alpine houses and chalets that can fit a big family. The area also offers paragliding and hot air balloon rides.
If there is more than one family going on the trip, you can go to La Jardin a la Francaise, Dordogne. The manor has eight bedrooms, two family suites, children’s game room and an adults’ sitting room. It is perfect for a holiday reunion. On top of that the property also has a swimming pool that everyone can enjoy.
Austria
If you are looking for something unique and new, the Ufogel cabins in Austria are the place. What makes the cabin interesting is its modern unique design. Located in the Alps, Nussdorf, the cabins are built from combined metals, glass and wood. It may look a bit small but it can fit five people.
For bigger families, Ferdi mountain base in Austria has 4 bedrooms that can sleep 8. It is located in the Dachstein Mountains and includes a sauna and yoga room. Fun activities that you can do with the family are hiking, rock climbing, skiing and biking.
Spain
Casa Lucinda in Galicia is one of the best villa spots located in South of Spain. The country cottage includes 4 bedrooms that are near Playa de Miño and Playa de Perbes beaches. It also comes with a spacious garden, kitchen and a fantastic view of nature. The kids would also enjoy visiting a nearby nature park, Fragas do Eume.
If the family prefers a pool you can opt to stay in Villa Carmen in Mallorca. It is also near Cala Santanyi beach. Or you can opt for the La Veranda cave house in Andalucia. The villa includes 7 bedrooms with 6 bathrooms, kitchens, pool and a large hot tub.
Italy
Casa Lola in Le Marche is perfect for big families who enjoy the outdoors. It includes 7 bedrooms and a private pool, which can sleep up to 14 with 4 twin beds and 3 bedrooms with double beds. It’s near the mountains, a lake and a deer park that the kids can visit.
Villa Ulisse in Sicily is the closest to the beach. It has 3 bedrooms and fenced gardens should the children and the family want to enjoy a lovely day outside. It also has a covered terrace for family bonding time.
Our selection is specific to the needs of a family that wants to bond and celebrate together during the holidays, especially for big families who enjoy travel and leisure outdoors. There are tens of thousands of other cottages and holiday homes throughout Europe. A good place to research these holiday properties for your next vacation are at sites like AirBnB, Owners Direct and TripAdvisor.
