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8 holiday villas we wish we lived in
Casa Buena Vista, Mexico
Yes, we could definitely see ourselves having dinner there! Not only does this beachfront property feature stunning sea views, it has tropical gardens, a three-level infinity pool, flood-lit tennis court and a kitchen garden too. Not too shabby!
More info: Casa Buena Vista
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Chanel, Paris
Not technically a villa, more like a chic Parisian pied-a-terre on the uber-cool Ile-Saint-Louis in the heart of the French capital. We'd stay there just for the name to be honest.
More info: Chanel
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Lodge at the hills, New Zealand
How tranquil does this villa in Arrowtown, New Zealand, look? Beautiful surroundings aside, it houses one of Australasia's largest private collections of contemporary art and sculpture. Ideal for art lovers!
More info: Lodge at the hills
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Hollywood mid-century villa, Los Angeles
Does this villa look familiar to you? It's because it's been used in many a Hollywood movie, including Jennifer Aniston's Cake. Fame factor aside, we love the 50s style architecture.
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Maison Sereine, South of France
Make like the celebs and spend leisurely winters on the French Riviera. We love this dining room overlooking the gardens. It has a swimming pool too obviously!
More info: Maison Sereine
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Luna 2, Bali
Named after the first spacecraft to land on the moon in the late 50s, this isn't your typical Balinese villa. Think 'funked up modernism' with 60s pop references and futuristic designs.
More info: Luna 2
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Villa Rose, French Alps
Looking for that classic winter retreat where you can have mulled wine by the fire after a day's skiing? Villa Rose is it. Set in the picture-perfect Samoëns, an hour away from Geneva, it offers stunning views of the mountains. Check out this cosy interior?
More info: Villa Rose
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Dar Zitouna, Morocco
This chic and contemporary villa is all cool neutrals, four-poster beds and open grounds. Cool down in the swimming pool overlooking the mountains or head to nearby Marrakech for a spot of shopping in the souks.
More info: Dar Zitouna
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