THE JOY OF ANTICIPATION
According to research, a significant part of the joy we derive from a holiday comes well before the holiday itself. In fact, it lies in the anticipation. Studies show that this sense of looking forward to something special can boost your mood, creating a sustained sense of happiness that may even outshine the holiday itself. By simply planning your villa holiday in advance, it allows you to indulge in that anticipation, knowing, that at a later date, you will be relaxing in a beautiful Italian setting, surrounded by your loved ones.
WHY BOOK YOUR VILLA IN ITALY IN 2025 IN ADVANCE
Not everyone is in a position to book their villa holiday months in advance, however for anyone who can, you are actually creating a future experience to savour long before you arrive. The build-up is part of the pleasure. It gives you time to enjoy looking forward to blissful, leisurely days together. Moreover, planning bespoke touches like a private chef to serve local delicacies or exploring interesting local activities and sites together is all part of it. You add layers of excitement to the months leading up to your trip, making the anticipation a pleasure in itself.
Booking early also affords you the privilege of choice, allowing you to secure the most coveted villas before they are spoken for. Our finest properties are often rebooked by returning guests, drawn back year after year by the perfect combination of setting, design and amenities.
For larger groups, particularly those celebrating special milestones or gathering from different corners of the world, the importance of early planning cannot be overstated. With varied schedules and commitments to consider, finalising your dates well in advance ensures that everyone can align their calendars and reserve time for this shared experience, long before other obligations take precedence. A well-planned holiday is, after all, a luxury in itself – one that deserves the attention and time it takes to orchestrate with care.
As you begin planning your next holiday, browse some of our most prestigious villas for larger groups. Each of these exquisite properties is unique in style and location, to inspire your villa holiday research.
VENETIAN GRANDEUR & VILLA BARCHESSA PANIGAI
Well-designed and beautifully equipped for large groups, Villa Barchessa Panigai is ideal for those seeking a spacious villa for up to fourteen guests in the Prosecco region of Veneto. Unique and welcoming, the villa’s grand interiors are adorned with artworks, antiques and artefacts. Welcoming contemporary additions for unwinding in style include a spa area with a hydromassage tub, a sauna, a Turkish bath and a gym. Its impressive lawned grounds with its tall trees and huge pool, provide a haven for unwinding, dining al fresco and refreshing swims.
ABRUZZO RURAL RETREAT & VILLA ARDENTE
Nestled in the unspoiled hills of Abruzzo, Villa Ardente is an elegant villa in a rural setting with ample space to unwind together. With its colourful, stylish interiors and fun additions such as billiards, table football, an outdoor pool and a jacuzzi, this villa is an appealing option for all ages. Its proximity to the sandy beaches of the Adriatic coast and the breathtaking Gran Sasso National Park makes it perfect for those who wish to combine days at the beach with outdoor adventures. Head to the roof terrace to savour a glass of Montepulciano d’Abruzzo together while admiring the views over the hills to the mountains beyond.
ELEGANT TUSCANY & VILLA IRMA
Villa Irma, nestled in the picturesque town of Casciana Terme in the Pisan hills, is a supremely elegant villa for a gathering of up to ten guests. Recently renovated with meticulous attention to detail, its style evokes the refined elegance of French Art Nouveau, with a harmonious blend of pure colour and contemporary objets d’art. Surrounded by an enchanting Italian garden with tall trees, a Baroque fountain and a secluded, heated swimming pool, it feels private and peaceful. The added advantage of Villa Irma is its proximity to shops, services and the local spa, just a short stroll away. With easy access to the cultural gems of Pisa, Lucca, Florence and Siena, this superb villa is the ideal year-round retreat.
CONTEMPORARY UMBRIA & CASALE THE PLACE
Surrounded by olive groves, vineyards and fields of sunflowers in the tranquil Umbrian countryside, Casale The Place is a superb place for a villa holiday experience. Its recently renovated, striking design, vast living areas flooded with natural light and scenic outdoor dining area make it a welcoming place for gathering in style. The villa’s dark-coloured pool, just steps from the house, offers uninterrupted views of the rolling hills, while a pergola provides the perfect spot to enjoy an apéritif at sunset. With the hilltown of Todi just ten minutes away, and easy access to cultural gems like Orvieto, Assisi and Perugia, Casale The Place is the ideal base for exploring the green heart of Italy.
AUTHENTIC PUGLIA & OPUNTIA TRULLI E LAMIE
Opuntia Trulli e Lamie is a skillfully restored, traditional trullo house nestled in the heart of rural Puglia. With ample space for relaxation and dining, inside and outside, as well as five elegant suites, each with its own entrance and private bathroom, this villa provides the perfect balance of comfort, style and privacy for larger groups. Surrounded by sweeping lawns, citrus trees and olive groves, the villa’s saltwater pool is the place to relax in total serenity. Located near the iconic whitewashed town of Polignano a Mare, with its narrow streets and breathtaking terraces overlooking the sea, Opuntia Trulli e Lamie is well placed for exploring the fascinating Valle d’Itria and the beaches of the nearby east coast.
Whether celebrating a milestone or gathering with loved ones for a moment of reconnection, securing your 2025 villa now allows you to choose the most suitable one for you. Browse our collection with a view to early booking so you can savour the joy of anticipation. Please contact us to discuss your 2025 plans.
