Archive for 'Villas and Farmhouses in Spain'

What makes a 5-star villa? This is an important question that can only truly be answered by our customers who have stayed at a property. 

From magic views, to incredible amenities, to dream locations, to stunning interiors, to amazing hosts, to a certain je ne sais quois, 5-star properties are special and offer a truly unforgettable vacation experience. 

To discover the vacation rentals that have lived up to these rigorous demands – from villas in Tuscany, to vacation rentals on the Amalfi Coast, to holiday rentals in Istria, to villas on the Costa Blanca, to vacation rentals in Burgundy – it is always helpful to look at the reviews from previous guests on our website. Go beyond the pictures and property listings and learn all about the elements that you have to experience for yourself to understand just why certain rentals are 5-star villas...

Recently, we talked about our villas in Croatia that received the highest reviews and put together a list of these gems to that you can use our previous customers’ experience to find something extra-special when planning your next vacation. 

While it is true that not everyone leaves a review and there are certainly some hidden gems to be uncovered or newer listings without years of reviews on our site to back them up, there are definitely some amazing vacation rentals to be found that have stood out for our guests throughout the years. Plus, reviews allow you to discover not only which properties impress but the unique traits that set them apart. 

This time, we have some amazing vacation rentals in Spain to introduce to you. So, allow our guests to help you discover some of our most impressive top-reviewed villas in Spain, all with 5-star ratings...

While booking in advance is always the best way to ensure that you can enjoy the widest range of choice of properties and dates, it is not too late to book your summer 2026 vacation! We still have some incredible properties with some dates left for the next couple of months. In particular, this article brings together a curation of wonderful villas in Spain that have openings for July and August 2026 but don’t wait around! Ensure that holiday happens this year and snap up the remaining availability at one of these gems to make some magical memories...

Here are our picks of some of the best villas in Spain that still have last-minute availability for summer 2026:

Need help finding your next holiday destination? Not sure whether you want to book a villa in Spain, see the Alps with a vacation rental in Austria, or explore the natural beauty that abounds with a holiday rental in Switzerland? Well, you could always contact us for free personalised advice from one of our seasoned villa experts or you could read on and discover some of the properties that recently received rave reviews from our guests! Don’t just take it from us, allow other customers to help you find the gems that offer something extra special...

If you want to wake up to views like this in Málaga, along the coast of Andalusia, this stunning luxury apartment in a beautifully-equipped holiday complex in Torrox is a real dream! Bayviewhill Luxury is a modern and stylish apartment with easy access to the beach and a range of incredible practical and leisure amenities, including both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, spa facilities, sports fields and pitches, terraces dotted with luxury recliners and parasols, and much more besides. For those with kids, there is plenty to keep them occupied, and adults will be equally entertained. Of course, the best part is that most of the amazing experiences at Bayviewhill Luxury can also enjoyed while taking in those astounding views of the glittering bay below and the rugged surrounding coastline. Sleeping up to four guests in two bedrooms with two bathrooms, this incredible gem is the perfect place to escape to for a getaway in Spain by the sea.