The SPL Villas Blog

As we start planning our holidays once more, it can be tricky to get your head around what the rules are and how to prepare for them. While we can guarantee your villa will be in tip-top shape, we don't want any unexpected surprises on the return trip to put a dampener on what will surely be a perfect holiday. Fortunately, the rules are relatively simple to follow, and after reading our guide, you should feel like you know… Read more

Sat at the very bottom of the country, stretching from the mouth of the Mediterranean to Spain's Andalucia, the Algarve is one of the most popular regions in Portugal for families and looking at what's on offer, it's no surprise. As one of the warmest places in… Read more

Winter in Cyprus is often the best time to go if you want to make the most of your holiday. With a warm day in December reaching 17℃ inland and 19℃ on the coast, you're almost certainly guaranteed winter sun while most of Europe are digging out their winter coats. While technically the off-season, you don't have… Read more

A perfect escape from the British winter, the Canary Islands are Spain's most southern region. Situated off the East coast of Africa and geographically closer to Morocco than Europe, the weather in the wintery Canary Islands can often be warmer than a UK summer. With eight main islands to choose from and a… Read more

Blessed with an enticing Mediterranean climate, spectacular landscapes, divine cuisine and irresistible Spanish charm, Mallorca effortlessly ticks all the boxes as a fantastic holiday destination.

Situated off the east coast of Spain, Mallorca is the… Read more

Who can resist the timeless appeal of Greece for a villa holiday? Its stunning islands, inviting beaches, white villages and sparkling blue waters are incredibly alluring. The evocative setting of ancient myths, each Greek island is bathed in warm sunshine and combines a breath-taking mix of scenic landscapes, historic sites and rich wildlife.

Our Greece holiday homes are nestled in the most idyllic Greek Islands. From the picturesque Ionian islands… Read more

Q & A with SPL Villas | The Villa Specialists

Join the SPL Villas team, as they discuss the company, how it began, the core values and ambitions in a Q&A session, hosted by AWTE.

Join Jane Pinfold, Sales & Commercial and Edward Frampton-Fell, Managing Director of SPL Villas as they discuss the start-up of… Read more

Stylish, beautiful, romantic and sunny, Italy hits all the right buttons for a holiday destination. Brimming over with art treasures, culinary traditions, dramatic scenery and warm sunshine, Italy is the place to savour simple pleasures. Italians call it 'la dolce vita' or 'the sweet life' for a reason.

From the majestic rolling hills of… Read more

As a holiday destination, Turkey is hard to beat. A villa holiday in Turkey provides you with so much to enjoy.

Firstly, it is a dream for sun seekers as Turkey is bathed in warm sunshine for most of the year, ideal to maximise the use of your Turkey villa with a private pool.

Secondly, its natural beauty is breath-taking. Turkey's south western coast curves around the Aegean to… Read more

Let's be honest. The sensational climate of the Canary Islands is a big part of their allure for a villa holiday, particularly in winter. Thanks to their prime position just off the east African coast, the islands enjoy warm, sunny days all year. It is never too hot but a pitch perfect 19ºC to 24ºC. While the relentless grey, northern European winter closes in, simple summer… Read more