Rural Retreat

Look forward to making your rural holiday or vacation a special experience. Rural holidays are the perfect chance to get away from the 'real world' and relax in the countryside. Whether you spend your retreat curled up beside an old fireplace or taking the kids to splash in cool mountain streams, rural holidays are unique chances to interact with nature and spend quality time with family, friends, or all by yourself.

The options for a rural retreat are endless. Stay on a working farm in France, in a refurbished barn in Portugal, in an ancient stone house in Spain, or in a hillside villa in Italy. Go bird watching in an unspoilt rural landscape, hunt wild mushrooms in the forest, or get adventurous mountain biking along hilly local trails. A rural retreat can be as active or as relaxing as you like, but it's a guaranteed way to unwind far from the frenzy of the daily grind.

The peace of the countryside, the charm of old-timey village life and the easy access to nature aren't the only draws of a rural retreat. Spending time in the country is also a great way to get to know locals and to get involved in local life. A rural holiday gives you the opportunity to participate in a language class, a cooking course or some other community activity.

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Bulgaria (144) → Sofia/Rila Mountains (43) → Sofia region (2) → Pchelin (1)

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House to rent #6230

200—200 € pW

Sleeps 5 pax

Located in a tranquil spa village, 25km from Borovets, this beautiful holiday home is the perfect retreat for those wishing to experience rural Bulgarian life.

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Thailand (17) → North-East Thailand (2) → Udon Thani (2) → Udon Thani (2)

Gecko Villa

House to rent #6308

1200—1200 $ pW

Sleeps 6 pax

Gecko Villa is a spacious country house with a private swimming pool set amongst the rice paddies of Northeast Thailand.

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France (78) → Pays de la Loire (1) → Mayenne (1) → Couesmes-Vauce (1)

La Passoniere

Gite to rent #6321

215—375 £ pW

Sleeps 2 pax

A piece of French heaven aimed particularly towards individuals or couples who prefer quality, secluded and peaceful accommodation with all the amenities for that special holiday.

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France (78) → Brittany (11) → Morbihan (2) → Langoelan (3)

Kerhotten Cottages

Farmhouse to rent #6227

425—1175 € pW

Sleeps 6 pax

Detached Farm House with panoramic lake views.

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Italy (281) → Tuscany (69) → Lucca (23) → Piana di Lucca (3)

Casa di Laino

House to rent #6326

400—750 € pW

Sleeps 9 pax

The characteristic Casa di Laino made of rustic stones is ideal for your holidays in contact with the nature. It was built in the eighteenth century in one of the most beautiful hilly areas of Lucca. Its architecture is ... more

Malta (5) → Island of Malta (3) → Mellieha (2) → Santa Maria Estate (2)

Ringway Villa/Apartments with Pool

Villa to rent #6328

480—660 € pW

Sleeps 16 pax

Fantastic villa with large terraces surrounding the villa.The villa consists of 3 apartments.1 x 2 bedroom and 2 x 3 bedroom with Pool.

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Italy (281) → Marche/Abruzzo (12) → Teramo (4) → Cellino Attanasio (1)

CasaMonteverde Holiday Home

Farmhouse to rent #6338

550—890 € pW

Sleeps 9 pax

The right choice if you wish to spend your holidays in a peaceful atmosphere in the country, away from the traffic and noise of most turistic sites.

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Italy (281) → Puglia/Molise (17) → Brindisi (1) → Ceglie Messapica (1)

cda Menzella

Farmhouse to rent #6350

150—185 € pW

Sleeps 4 pax

Romantic and peaceful paradise for rent.

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Spain (116) → Castilla La Mancha (2) → Toledo (2) → Burguillos de Toledo (1)

Sunny Holiday House 10 minutes from Toledo

Chalet to rent #6348

350—350 € pW

Sleeps 10 pax

Holiday lovely and sunny ERMITA HOUSE, 10 minutes from Toledo.

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Spain (116) → Costa del Sol/Malaga (44) → Frigiliana (2) → Balcon de Frigiliana (1)

Balcon de Frigiliana

2-bedroom apartment to rent #6357

280—560 € pW

Sleeps 5 pax

Luxury 2 bedroom apartment located on the Frigiliana village with fantastic views of the surrounding mountains.

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Ireland (8) → Donegal (3) → Dunfanaghy (1) → Dunfanaghy (1) → Near Village Centre (1)

Holiday Home - Dunfanaghy

House to rent #6351

290—390 £ pW

Sleeps 6 pax

Open plan town house minutes from town centre and all amenities including beaches, golf, horse riding, scenic drives, scenic walks, bird watching, pubs, restaurants, shops.

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Italy (281) → Lombardy (11) → Lake Como Area (7) → Ossuccio (1)

Villa Esmeralda

3-bedroom apartment to rent #6362

700—950 € pW

Sleeps 8 pax

Two spacious apartments in villa surrounded by private garden. Large terraces with lake view.

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Spain (116) → Inland Andalucia (4) → Cadiz Province (1) → Olvera (1)

Carolannas

2-bedroom apartment to rent #6370

0—235 € pW

Sleeps 4 pax

A spacious first floor apartment situated in the heart of the beautiful white village of Olvera, ideally situated for walking, cycling, sightseeing or adventure sports.

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Italy (281) → Tuscany (69) → Florence (5) → San Casciano in Val di Pesa (1)

Il Visciolo

House to rent #6373

600—900 € pW

Sleeps 4 pax

Located near the village centre, facing the open country, car is not required to reach Florence centre (16 km) or other villages.

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Canary Islands (17) → Tenerife (3) → Tenerife North (2) → La Orotava (1)

Casa Victor

1-bedroom apartment to rent #6374

504—504 € pW

Sleeps 2 pax

Lovely apartment with amazing views in a farm house.

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