Villa Plein Sud, copyright Quality Villas

Looking for a family vacation villa near Cannes? Only twenty minutes away from the hotspot and its beaches you’ll find Villa Plein Sud, a child friendly villa near Valbonne and its artisan shops and quaint cafes. The villa, which has a pool, sleeps 8, with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 shower rooms, and 2 powder rooms. Only one bedroom has A/C and oddly enought it’s not the master, but the master does have a terrace overlooking the pool and a distant sea view.

Villa Plein Sud kitchen, copyright Quality Villas

The living room has French doors leading to a large terrace and the swimming pool. The villa itself is well-furnished without being stuffy, unlike the sparse and boring furnishings that many villas promoting themselves as “child friendly” sport. Spacious enclosed grounds give children lots of room to explore and run while parents watch from the terrace, making this a perfect French vacation villa for families.

bedroom of Villa Plein Sud, copyright Quality Villas

This vacation villa can be rented through Quality Villas, a British agency. See more information about Villa Plein Sud here. Weekly rental rates from June 30 to September 1 are 2995 pounds ($6007US at current conversion rates), which includes 4 hours of maid service per week. For rates and availability after September 1, contact Quality Villas at +44 (0) 1442 870 055.

Jessamine living room, copyright Bajan Services

This week’s family vacation villa rental, Jessamine, is in Barbados, the Caribbean’s most eastern island. Located on the Platinum Coast, the villa is close to Gibbes Beach and is in a quiet residential cul-de-sac. (more…)

Costa Banderas villa, copyright Casa Bay Villas

The open-air plan and luxurious yet comfortable furnishings of this luxury villa rental have us breathing sighs of contentment – and that’s just from the pictures. If you’re contemplating a family vacation in Mexico, consider Punta Mita. Nestled on the coast of the Bay of Banderas, Punta Mita is approximately 40 miles north of Puerto Vallarta, and is de riguer for those in the know who find Puerto Vallarta to be a bit done. You’ll find a Four Seasons resort in Punta Mita, and several luxury vacation villas and condos for rent, including the one we’re showcasing this week, Costa Banderas. After the jump, more info and pix. (more…)