Looking for the ideal French escape with a luxurious private pool? Our guide to private French villas with pools provides the insider’s perspective on finding exceptional accommodations across France’s most picturesque regions. We outline the features, regional attractions, and top picks to help you select the villa that meets your desire for privacy, comfort, and a dip in your own serene gated pool.
Key Takeaways
French villas with a private swimming pool provide an exclusive and tranquil getaway, offering opportunities for privacy, leisure, and regional exploration in picturesque locations such as Dordogne, Provence, Côte d’Azur, and Loire Valley.
Family-friendly private villas serve as secure and enjoyable environments, particularly with features like gated pools and spacious gardens, ensuring safety and fun for children while allowing parents to relax and rest, knowing children cannot access the gated pool.
Private villas are not just about relaxation and luxury but also serve as gateways to engaging with the local culture through gastronomy, historical sites, and regional activities, providing a richer travel experience.
Discover Your Dream Villa with a Private Pool
Imagine waking up in a beautiful villa, surrounded by the vibrant colours and fragrant scents of the French countryside. You step outside to your private pool, where the only sound is the gentle lapping of water against the pool edges. This is the magic of holiday homes in regions like:
Dordogne
Provence
Côte d’Azur
Loire Valley
A private swimming pool is a definitive feature that enhances your vacation experience.
These villas not only provide relaxation and tranquility but also offer exclusivity and privacy. There’s no need to claim sunbeds or worry about disturbing other guests. With flexible access outside of typical opening hours, you have the freedom to swim in your gated pool and relax anytime you wish. We’ll explore further the allure of these regions and the distinct qualities their villas possess.
The Magic of Dordogne
The Dordogne region is an enchanting realm characterized by picturesque landscapes and charming private pool villas. Imagine an exclusive villa with a gated pool and tennis court, nestled amidst the vibrant atmosphere of the region, offering comfort, privacy, and the opportunity to swim in complete seclusion in sunny France.
The region is renowned for its stunning views of rivers and the encompassing landscapes, encapsulating the idyllic scenery of France. Amidst these landscapes, you and your family can find beautiful villas for your holiday, with private pools for your dream getaway. But the Dordogne offers more than just stunning sceneries, it’s a region ripe for exploration, with carefully selected activities such as watercolour painting classes, horse riding adventures, and excursions to attractions like Château de Beynac and Les Jardins de Marqueyssac conveniently accessible from the region’s private pool villas and holiday homes.
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The Banquet Hall
Games Room
Large Heated Pool
The Charm of Provence Villas
Provence is a region that exudes charm, from its lavender fields to its stunning villas featuring private pools and breathtaking views. The region boasts a variety of iconic holiday villas, including a single-storey 4-bedroom villa with a fenced garden and private pool near Mazan, and various luxurious or traditional Provencal Villa Rentals equipped with private pools.
Beyond their beauty, the villas in Provence are deeply rooted in local customs. Thick stone walls provide a cool interior, perfect for escaping the afternoon sun. From your holiday villa, you can enjoy diverse views, including inner courtyards or stunning panoramic vistas from infinity pools. And when you’re ready to venture out from your holiday home, Provence offers vast lavender fields, diverse local markets, and rich ancient sites, all of which contribute to the appeal of staying in a villa in this picturesque region.
Côte d’Azur Elegance
If you’re looking for a taste of luxury, the Côte d’Azur is the place to be. This elegant region is known for its stunning turquoise seas, opulent yachts, and the glamour associated with film stars. Luxurious private pool villas from reputed sources like Mr & Mrs Smith, Provence Holidays, and CD Villas provide guests with the opportunity to indulge in this extravagant lifestyle, with easy access to all the French Riviera has to offer, including Nice, Cannes, St. Tropez, breathtaking beaches, and iconic hotel and harborfront vistas.
Choosing a private pool villa in Côte d’Azur provides a lavish experience, with properties situated in desirable locations like Valbonne and Provence village. These locations offer an ideal balance of coastal glamour and Provencal charm. The average cost of a villa in Côte d’Azur is approximately £668 per night, but this can vary significantly depending on the villa’s location, size, and luxury level.
Loire Valley Retreats
The Loire is a serene haven, famous for its historic chateaux and private pool retreats. The region’s villas, such as Bonheur de Loire, offer beautiful architecture and spacious grounds with south-facing gated pools, providing the perfect retreat for a peaceful holiday.
The Loire is not just a place for relaxation, it’s also a region rich in cultural festivities and outdoor activities. The best time to visit the Loire for a villa holiday is during May, June, July, and September. This is when guests can:
Participate in outdoor activities such as cycling and walking
Attend ‘Sound and Light’ festivals
Make the most of the region’s châteaux and summer events.
Family-Friendly Villas with Gated Pools
Safety becomes a top priority when traveling with family, especially young children. That’s why family-friendly gated pools villas are a fantastic choice. These villas offer peace of mind for parents, creating a safe and secure environment for everyone to enjoy.
Apart from safety, these villas and holiday homes also offer incredible features such as breathtaking sea view, convenient proximity to the beach, and fun games facilities. For the little ones, a kids program greatly enhances the experience by offering villas with complimentary infant packs and garden games, along with options for expert childcare, ensuring a truly delightful and child-friendly holiday environment.
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Ensuring Safety for Little Ones
Gated pools are vital in guaranteeing safety for young children. They offer a valuable layer of protection by preventing unintended access to the pool area, ultimately offering parents peace of mind.
Ensuring safety doesn’t stop at just having a gated pool. It’s also important that the owners follow regulations such as the swimming pool having a fence with a self-locking gate, displaying signage stating safety rules and water depth, and requiring children to be accompanied by an adult. These measures ensure a safe and secure pool environment.
Spacious Gardens for Play
However, a family-friendly villa isn’t solely about safety, it’s equally about enjoyment! Spacious villa gardens designed for children’s play often incorporate a range of sensory elements and features that stimulate their interest. Some examples include:
Scented plants
Play sculptures
Play areas
Water features that attract butterflies
These gardens offer a world of discovery for children.
To ensure children’s safety and enjoyment, these villa gardens should have:
Secure boundaries
Safe storage for garden tools
Unplugged electrical equipment when not in use
Provided shade to protect from the sun
Designated play areas
Child-friendly, non-toxic plants
These measures ensure that the garden is a delightful and safe playground for children.
Luxury Accommodations for Large Groups
If you’re traveling with a large group, whether it’s for a grand celebration or simply a holiday with friends or extended family, luxurious accommodations are what you will all want and deserve. These villas offer spacious rooms with ample floor space and comfortable seating to accommodate everyone comfortably.
These villas don’t just offer space, they also provide opulence. Imagine a villa with:
a private heated pool
air conditioning
an EV car charger
proximity to café bars and vineyard tasting
access to adventure parks
a private gated pool for family safety and peace
Quiet, large private grounds
Wi-Fi internet
a TV
A large terrace for a glass of wine and delicious meal
Sounds amazing, right? Let’s further examine why these luxury accommodations are ideal for various occasions.
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Villas Fit for a Grand Soiree
If you’re planning to host a grand soiree or family get together, there are villas that are perfectly designed for such events. With ample space and amenities, these villas can accommodate large gatherings and provide a luxurious and exclusive setting for memorable events.
From a sprawling château in the Saint-Emilion vineyards to a captivating maison in Lauris, there are remarkable villas in France that are perfect for hosting grand soirees. And planning a grand event in these villas is made easier by finding a venue that aligns with your event goals, fits your budget, and can accommodate the estimated size of your group of guests.
Sharing the Joys at a Fraction of the Price
Luxury doesn’t always have to come at a high cost. By sharing holiday homes with another family – maybe your friends, maybe your siblings’ family, parents etc – the total cost of a holiday can be greatly decreased, making a luxurious villa holiday more affordable, as the cost is divided by more people.
Discussing budgetary expectations early, estimating each person’s share of the villa cost, and rotating cooking responsibilities for group meals can help share the costs efficiently.
Planning and budgeting for a shared villa holiday can be efficiently done by following these steps:
Agree on common experiences
Establish a realistic budget
Choose an ideal location
Secure the desired villa (choose gated pools villas)
Appoint a group leader to coordinate and keep the holiday’s purpose in focus
Following these steps can ensure a smooth planning process.
The Perfect Holiday: Villas Tailored to Suit Your Needs
Selecting the ideal villa goes beyond location, size, or luxury—it’s about discovering a villa that fits your specific needs. Whether it’s a romantic hideaway for couples or an adventure-ready property for thrill-seekers, there’s a perfect villa waiting for you.
Staying in a villa for couples offers the wonderful benefit of complete relaxation with plenty of privacy and tranquility, making it an ideal romantic hideaway. On the other hand, adventure-ready villas offer an array of amazing amenities such as stunning views, a private heated pool, air conditioning, and an array of activities right at your doorstep.
Romantic Hideaways for Couples
Romantic hideaways for couples are secluded and offer a peaceful and intimate getaway. These villas offer amazing amenities such as a private heated pool, spa rooms, and cinema rooms for entertainment, as well as practical features like a stove, bathtub, and fully-equipped kitchen for comfort and convenience during your romantic getaway.
Adventure-Ready Properties
For the thrill-seekers, adventure-ready properties provide an array of amenities and a prime location that offers seamless access to a variety of outdoor activities and adventures. These properties are situated in close proximity to natural attractions and adventure destinations, offering a variety of exhilarating outdoor activities to choose from, including:
Canyoning
Rafting
Diving
Surfing
Hiking
Paragliding
Scuba diving
And more!
Dive into the Local Culture from Your Private Oasis
Occupying a private villa is not solely about indulging in luxury and relaxation, it also involves immersing oneself in the regional culture. From the comfort of your villa, you can dive into the local gastronomy, explore historical sites, and embark on wine-tasting escapades.
Each French region offers unique culinary experiences. In Dordogne, don’t miss the opportunity to savor Foie Gras. Provence boasts a delectable array of dishes including Bouillabaisse, Pastis, Daube, and Tapenade.
The Côte d’Azur tempts with specialties like Socca, Soupe au pistou, and Salade niçoise. And in the Loire, indulge in local treasures such as famous Loire wines, Goat cheeses, and Rillettes.
Wine Tasting Escapades
Embark on wine-tasting escapades in renowned wine regions like Languedoc, South West France, and Provence. In Languedoc-Roussillon, wine enthusiasts have the opportunity to enjoy exciting tours and tastings such as Bertrand Bosc homemade food and Wine tour to Pic St Loup.
In Provence, there are fantastic options including experiences like the Provence Organic Wine Tasting Half Day Tour from Nice.
Gastronomy and Market Days
Immerse yourself in French gastronomy and local market days to discover the culinary delights of each region. French markets offer an exciting array of local produce. Visitors to Dordogne markets can find items like cheese, honey, and fresh produce.
In markets of Provence and Côte d’Azur, visitors will discover fresh products, fish, and more. In the Loire Valley, the markets are a source for fresh fruits and vegetables, artisanal cheeses, and other regional specialties.
Planning Your Stay: Prices and Availability
Organizing your stay simply involves:
Checking the prices and availability of your preferred private pool villa in France.
Prices can greatly vary depending on the location, size, and luxury level of the villa.
For example, the average weekly price for a small villa with a small private pool in Dordogne is around £409 per night, while in the luxurious Côte d’Azur, prices can be significantly higher during the peak summer season.
You can easily check the availability of villas in Provence on websites like Booking.com and OnlyProvence.com. Or choose your holiday villa here. So, whether you’re planning a romantic getaway for two, a family vacation, or a grand soiree with a large group, there’s a perfect villa waiting for you.
Enhancing Your Villa Holiday Experience
Additional services and amenities can augment your villa holiday experience. A concierge service at a holiday villa can offer an array of services to elevate your experience, including:
Breakfast service
Grocery delivery
Private boat tours
Restaurant reservations
Booking excursions
Private lessons at your own swimming pool.
They are dedicated to assisting with many different aspects of your vacation, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable stay.
Guided tours also play a key role in enhancing the villa holiday experience. These tours provide special activities such as private boat excursions and experiences that bring enjoyment and a deeper understanding of the local culture and environment, ultimately enriching your overall holiday.
Summary
From the enchanting landscapes of Dordogne to the glamour of Côte d’Azur, from romantic hideaways for couples to adventure-ready properties for thrill-seekers, France offers a plethora of private pool villas for every kind of traveler.
Whether you’re planning a fun holiday with a large group, a family vacation with child-friendly amenities, or a tranquil retreat immersed in local culture and gastronomy, there are perfect gated pools villas waiting for you. So go ahead, plan your dream getaway and dive into the charm and luxury of these gated pools villas.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are some French regions where I can find villas with private pools?
You can find private pool villas in wonderful French regions such as Dordogne, Provence, Côte d’Azur, and Loire Valley. Enjoy your stay!
How do gated pools enhance the family experience when choosing a holiday villa in France?
Gated pools provide a secure and tranquil setting for families with young children, ensuring a worry-free and enjoyable experience during a holiday in France. Gated pools mean you can relax inside the swimming pool area knowing your children cannot run off, or you can relax outside the swimming pool area, knowing they cannot get into the pool.
What are the key features that luxury accommodation can offer to perfectly suit large groups?
Luxurious accommodation for large groups can offer spacious rooms with ample floor space and comfortable seating to accommodate everyone comfortably, making it ideal for group gatherings. Huge indoor communal space is important, like a grand hall, and huge outdoor spaces like a large terrace area and large large gated pools with huge terrace or ‘beach’ area to relax in the sun together.
How can I check prices and availability for a desired private pool villa in France?
You can easily check prices and availability each week for your desired private pool villa in France online or here to browse. Happy villa hunting!
How can a concierge service enhance my stay at a villa?
Having a concierge service, or someone at hand to answer whatever your question or need, at a holiday villa can greatly enhance your experience by offering services such as breakfast delivery, grocery delivery, boat rental, private boat tours, restaurant reservations, and booking excursions. It adds convenience and opulence to your stay. Often they are not onsite but just a phone call away.
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Owner of the stunning gite in Dordogne, south-west France, Duncan designed and project-managed all of the renovations here and was hands-on with some of the building, from the Banquet Hall and Games Room to the private pool.
Duncan offers high-end luxury family holidays here at this stunning farmhouse villa, for families to have fun, relax and create happy memories together.
We also specialise in helping families with autistic children to have great family holidays together in the peace and tranquility of the rural French countryside.
