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Luxurious Rentals For the Ultimate Group Vacation

By Cailey Rizzo on January 25, 2019

There’s just something nicer about staying in a home.

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While on vacation, hotels can have an unfamiliar atmosphere. You don’t know with whom you’re sharing a wall. There are strange sounds in the night. You have to pass the front desk each time you come and go.

It’s irrefutable that a home rental just feels better. And the layout of a home works much, much more easily when traveling with family or a large group of friends. But perhaps you don’t want to sacrifice the luxury of a hotel. You want the comfort of a house—but with perks like a gym, turndown service, gourmet breakfast, and an impeccable view.

Luxury Retreats has culled together a breathtaking collection of more than 5,000 luxury villas in more than 100 destinations around the world. These rentals vary, with diverse options like a beachside retreat in Mauritius to a city penthouse in London. Some of the rentals come with free shuttles to and from the airport, others come equipped with an in-home sauna. Or perhaps you’ll want towel service down on one of the beach loungers. Want to indulge a bit more? There's even a handful of extra services, like a personal chef, at additional cost.

But one thing is steady in all of the rentals: they hold comfort and luxury to a very high standard. If you’re looking for a home away from home (that could put your real home to shame), these 18 villas and retreats could be yours with just one simple click of the “book” button. Now all that’s left to do is book the travel.

 
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The Hamptons, 55 Shore

If you’re going to the Hamptons, you should try to guarantee a private beach. This six-bedroom beach house has that—plus two boat docks and a swimming pool.

To book: Starting at $4,000 per night; luxuryretreats.com

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Amalfi Coast, Il Rubino

The Amalfi Coast can get crowded at times. With this villa, you’re free to enjoy spectacular views from a completely zen deck.

To book: Starting at $9,570 per night; luxuryrentals.com

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St. Barths, La Plage

While the architecture of this beach getaway is stunning, the real selling point is the beach views in every window.

To book: Starting at $4,570 per night; luxuryrentals.com

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Sonoma, Sleek Retreat

Sip a glass of wine while swimming in an infinity pool overlooking the vineyards where your bottle was grown.

To book: Starting at $3,000 per night; luxuryrentals.com

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Paris, Tres Chic Trocadero Garden

No luxurious Paris retreat is complete without a view of the Eiffel Tower. And there’s no view of the Eiffel Tower better than that from Trocadero.

To book: Starting at $4,439 per night; luxuryretreats.com

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Bali, Soori Estate

Perhaps the ultimate in tranquility, this villa is located in a remote beachfront area, 20 minutes from the closest town.

To book: Starting at $6,900 per night; luxuryretreats.com

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Whistler, Canada, Belmont Estate

This estate boasts that it’s one of the only places in there world where it’s possible to heliski-in and heliski-out. Just one of the benefits of a vacation rental with its own helipad.

To book: Starting at $16,998 per night; luxuryrentals.com

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Swiss Alps, Norte

While you could go out and hit the Verbier apres-ski scene, you probably won’t want to when there’s a pool, steam room, sauna, hot tub, and cinema waiting for you at home.

To book: Starting at $12,200 per night; luxuryretreat.com

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Costa del Sol, Villa del Mar

This beachside villa combines Moorish design elements with sleek and modern interiors, making it a perfect combination of Spanish modern and classic.

To book: Starting at $20,820 per night; luxuryretreats.com

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Marrakech, Sab Palace

If you’re going to stay in Marrakech, you might as well go all out and book a palace. This five-acre retreat is the perfect respite from the hubbub of the city’s bustling Medina.

To book: Starting at $9,098 per night; luxuryrentals.com

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Palm Springs, Casa Jerde

There are many reasons to book this house in Palm Springs and we could list them all. But the mountain views override any other amazing feature this house has to offer.

To book: Starting at $10,000 per night; luxuryrentals.com

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Maldives, Amilla Villa Residence

This building knows what it’s working with. The architecture is minimal, making sure the focus is on the white sand beaches and jewel-toned turquoise waters. After all, this retreat is located in a UNESCO World Heritage Biosphere Reserve.

To book: Starting at $5,000 per night; luxuryretreats.com

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New Zealand, Stelvio

This stunning South Island getaway was designed to take full advantage of the outdoor space. 

To book: Starting at $16,772 per night; luxuryretreats.com

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Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa, Molori Safari Lodge

This breathtaking lodge is ethereal. It’s surrounded by trees and overlooks animal watering holes. It’s the closest you can get to nature without sacrificing luxury.

To book: Starting at $14,713 per night; luxuryretreats.com

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London, Sloane Square Penthouse

Modern digs for those traveling in style, the sweeping city views from and modern appliances in this penthouse will make any London trip easy and luxurious.

To book: Starting at $1,645; luxuryretreats.com

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Rome, Roman Penthouse

Sit on this penthouse's staggering patio and take in the view, cappuccino in hand. Or gather everyone together and enjoy Chianti or Negronis under the stars. 

To book: Starting at $1,165; luxuryretreats.com

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Colorado, Ski Classic Lodge

We've made finding the perfect ski lodge for the largest of groups that much easier with this spacious, log cabin-inspired home.

To book: Starting at $1,155; luxuryretreats.com

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Costa Rica, Villa Mel

This relaxing beachside retreat has all the amenities of a hotel (turndown service, daily breakfast, and butler included) but none of the pesky other vacationers. So you’ll get to enjoy the Pacific sunset views all to yourself.

To book: Starting at $7,500 per night; luxuryretreats.com

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