As ‘sheltering in place’ becomes a household term, we can't help but wish we were practicing it and 'social distancing' in one of our private residences or exclusive villas in Europe. Perfectly secluded (but still close enough to major cities and attractions), you’ll find a description of these properties throughout France, Greece, Ireland and Italy below for you to daydream along with us; and when the earth returns to its proper axis, you’ll be ready to turn these dreams into reality, particularly for your high net worth clients.
CHÂTEAU DU COUDRECEAU Loire Valley, France
Recently opened as an exclusive use private golf retreat, CHÂTEAUDUCOUDRECEAU is an 18th century French manor house set in 200 acres of the beautiful countryside of the Loire Valley just 90 minutes south of Paris by car. With its own private golf course and after a five-year renovation, Château du Condreceau opened in the fall of 2018 to rave reviews from the luxury travel and golfing media alike. With just 7 suites the chateau is ideal for families, executive retreats or board meetings.
» Professional instruction, elite caddie program and indoor golf
simulator available onsite
PORTO ZANTE VILLAS & SPA Zakynthos Island, Greece
A true ‘destination retreat’ in its own right, the award winning PORTOZANTE VILLAS AND SPA attracts the world’s elite looking for privacy and the crème de la crème of modern luxury hospitality. With just 9 world class villas (from 1-4 bedrooms), this boutique luxury resort sits majestically on the private sandy beach of a secluded bay and is perfect for honeymooners, wellness aficionados, culture enthusiasts and families.
» Kids at Porto Zante can enjoy the kids club, playground, water
sports, snorkeling, mini golf, table tennis and water park nearby
NAFSIKA ESTATE Santorini, Greece
Hidden away on the Megalohori Caldera, NAFSIKA ESTATE offers absolute privacy, spectacular views and an enchanting ambiance to provide the most luxurious and relaxing retreat on Santorini. Surrounded by nothing but the wild beauty of the island, the over 3,700 square foot estate offers quintessential luxurious hospitality for up to 10 people, with a private pool, helicopter pad, 5 bedrooms, private butler and personal executive chef.
» Ample outdoor space featuring a large pool, sun- loungers, outdoor
barbecue facilities and outdoor dining areas
STRAFFAN HOUSE Kildare, Ireland
STRAFFAN HOUSE is a private house hotel on the grounds of The K Club which is nestled in the heart of Kildare, only 30 minutes from Dublin Airport and Dublin City Center. This elegant home away from home is ideal for multi-generational families or small groups of couples looking for an exclusive retreat.
» Straffan House's 34,000 square feet of space includes an indoor
swimming pool, home cinema, game room and wine cellar
VIESCA TOSCANA Reggello, Tuscany
The quintessence of Tuscan charm, VIESCA TOSCANA is a 170-acre estate featuring 8 exquisitely furnished villas in addition to 14 air-conditioned individual rooms and suites in the main building. Set in beautifully landscaped gardens at the gateway to Chianti and privately owned by the Ferragamo family, the estate is equidistant between Florence and Arezzo, each just a 40 minute drive away.
» Surrounded by numerous Tuscan villages and vineyards including Il
Borro Toscana and Sting’s Il Palagio estate
FORTE VILLAGE RESORT Southern Sardinia, Italy
FORTE VILLAGE RESORT'S 13 exclusive villas, each with its own private garden and pool, allow guests to enjoy complete seclusion while maintaining access to all of the resort's many facilities. Ranging in size from 2 to 4 bedrooms, the villas are ideal for families or groups and can be combined with nearby bungalows to accommodate larger parties.
