Rachel's Holiday Villa Blog

Welcome to Rachel’s Villa Holiday Blog.

How do I find villas in Italy and France?
How do I source villas in Italy and France? 20 years of experience has helped me build a huge list of reliable villa owners, managers and companies, giving me access to the best villas available.

My Favourite Villas in Puglia with a Private Pool
Puglia is the sun-kissed heel of Italy’s boot. For the coast, culture and delicious food alone, it makes an excellent choice as a holiday destination. I also love it for the laid-back lifestyle, rural tranquillity and welcoming locals. Over the last 25 years, there...

Practical Tips for a harmonious family villa holiday
What makes a harmonious family villa holiday? Anyone who has been on a villa holiday with their loved ones will know that there is no clear answer. When there are lots of you, perhaps spanning three generations, careful planning is essential though. To help you out, I...

5 Provence Villas with pools
Why are villas in Provence so sought after for a summer holiday? As I have discovered, there are many reasons why this region of the south of France is the one to visit. Sunshine, beaches, picturesque landscapes, medieval hilltop villages, colourful markets and...

Seven Benefits of using a Villa Finder
1 – Your search is managed from start to finish by your villa finder Your personal villa finder is on hand to answer your questions and offer experienced advice at every stage of the villa search. 2 – You have a better choice A villa finder will give you access to a...