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Best villas in Europe with private pools

Published 18th March 2026

Looking for the best holiday villas in Europe with private pools? From sun-soaked villas in Spain and Portugal to gorgeous country houses in France, Italy, Greece and Croatia, to cool places in Austria and Germany, we've picked out some of our favourite European stays for a relaxing villa holiday.

Think lazy mornings on the terrace, long lunches under shady olive trees and hot summer afternoons cooling off in your own swimming pool. Whether you're planning a family summer holiday, a last-minute escape or a laid-back break with friends, these European villas with private pools are made for switching off.

Take a look at our handpicked collection and find your perfect villa in Europe for your next sunshine escape.

Villas with a pool in France

Sun-baked farmhouses in Provence, country chateaux and gites in the Dordogne - take a look at our holiday properties with pools in France.
Belle de Jour

Belle de Jour

Luberon

5
Secluded 17th century Provencal villa near Gordes with private heated pool, romantic gardens and timeless character.
Fontalbe

Fontalbe

St-Avit-Senieur

14
Marvellous former paper mill with an exquisite swimming pool in the Dordogne that sits on a private island surrounded by rivers and forests.
Domaine de Cascaret

Domaine de Cascaret

Montreal

16
Elegant countryside retreat near Carcassonne with heated pool, multiple gardens and refined spaces for unforgettable gatherings.
Castle Room B&B

Castle Room B&B

Lagarde

Hotel with 5 rooms
Five guest rooms in a lovingly restored castle with high ceilings, old wooden floors and beautiful contemporary furniture in Lagarde, France
Ecurie Sud Apartments

Ecurie Sud Apartments

Lagarde

14
Three spacious, stylish and modern apartments in a stunning farmhouse conversion, in Lagarde, France
Le Moulin sur Célé

Le Moulin sur Célé

Saint-Sulpice

10
Riverside mill retreat in the Célé valley offering five ensuite bedrooms, a heated pool and glorious French country living.
La Tour, Chateau de Charras

La Tour, Chateau de Charras

Charras

6
Charming medieval tower, with a shared swimming pool, in the grounds of an 18th century French chateau.
U Mulinu Casanelli

U Mulinu Casanelli

Fozzano

6
Striking hilltop retreat in Corsica with panoramic sea views, infinity pool and serene maquis surroundings.

Spanish villas with private pools

Peaceful casas by the sea, luxury pads in the mountains - here are just a few of our favourite villas in Spain with a pool.
El Toro Blanco

El Toro Blanco

Ronda

10
Revel in luxury at El Toro Blanco - a spacious, contemporary villa with private swimming pool near historic Ronda in Andalucia.
Ermita del Carmen

Ermita del Carmen

Carcabuey

8
Historical beauty meets modern luxury at Ermita del Carmen, a fully refurbished 15th Century chapel located in the heart of Andalusia and surrounded by a natural park.
El Puente al Amor

El Puente al Amor

Alaior

8
Tranquil sea-view villa in Menorca with soulful design, wellness spaces and a private salt water pool.
The Yumi House

The Yumi House

Benissa

8
This stunning, architect-designed villa in Alicante offers luxurious interiors, incredible views, a beautiful pool and superb outdoor areas.
The Olive Mill

The Olive Mill

Higuera de la Sierra

14
Gorgeous fomer Andalusian mill that's been restored and transformed into a stunning retreat for large groups with a beautiful pool and hot tub.
The Inkhouse Ibiza

The Inkhouse Ibiza

St Miquel De Balansat

18
Historic hilltop finca in Ibiza with breathtaking sea views, spectacular gardens and a dreamy pool for unforgettable escapes.
Las Torcas

Las Torcas

Marbella

12
Opulent villa with beautiful terrace and large swimming pool, close to golden beaches and the vibrant nightlife of Marbella.

Holiday villas with a pool in Portugal

It's all about laid-back vibes, gorgeous beaches and great surf at these airy villas near the Comporta region and on the Algarve. Take a look at all our properties in Portugal with a pool.
Danna Porta 11

Danna Porta 11

Tavira

4
Beautiful Portuguese design house in Tavira with a private pool, peaceful garden and stylish outdoor living.
Casa Do Jardim Secreto

Casa Do Jardim Secreto

Corval

6
Cosy and quaint Portuguese villa with private pool, lovely views and great access to all of Alentejo's highlights.
Casa Cazan

Casa Cazan

Almancil

16
Stunning and spacious villa in Almancil with infinity pool, private tennis court and lush gardens for unforgettable stays.
Olhao Town House

Olhao Town House

Olhao

10
Beautifully restored designer townhouse in Olhão with a plunge pool, rooftop terraces and uplifting interiors in the heart of the Algarve.
The Manoir

The Manoir

Sao Bras de Alportel

12
This stunning Algarve villa offers incredible views, a beautiful pool and a superb location amidst rolling hills and sprawling vineyards.
Quinta do Areal

Quinta do Areal

Lousã

4
Peaceful eco-retreat on a historic Portuguese farm surrounded by rolling pastures and lush gardens, in this lovingly restored century-old farmhouse.
Casa Da Vigia

Casa Da Vigia

Grandola

2
Enjoy romance and privacy at this minimalist-style Casa with luxurious infinity pool close to a glamorous stretch of the Portuguese coast.
The Long Barn Ericeira

The Long Barn Ericeira

Palhais

18
A stunning newly built barn under an hour from Lisbon, with a swimming pool and close to the Portuguese coast.

Italian villas with private pools

Live la dolce vita at these stylish holiday villas dotted around Tuscany, Puglia and the sunkissed Italian countryside. See all our villas in Italy with a pool.
Terre di Bea

Terre di Bea

Cefalu

5
Traditional Sicilian cottage with a pool and panoramic views out to sea, perfect for relaxing and romantic Mediterranean escapes.
Villa Oliveto

Villa Oliveto

Civitanova Marche

9
Gorgeous Italian villa nestled amidst vineyards and olive groves in Le Marche with a beautiful pool, tennis court and exquisite interiors.
Dimora MM

Dimora MM

San Vito dei Normanni

8
This beautiful and stylish villa has a sparkling pool and offers groups of eight a fabulous place to unwind amidst ancient olive groves.
Oliveto Estate

Oliveto Estate

Civitanova Marche

22
This spectacular Italian estate offers two deluxe villas overlooking the Adriatic sea with two pools, private gym, spa, tennis court and more.
Villa Olivo

Villa Olivo

Civitanova Marche

14
This luxurious La Marche villa overlooks rolling vineyards and the Adriatic sea with a beautiful infinity pool, private gym and more.
Villa Zen

Villa Zen

Capalbio

10
Elegant designer villa near the Tuscan sea - infinity pool, chic interiors and countryside tranquillity.
Villa Rocca 1914

Villa Rocca 1914

Ostuni

18
Gorgeous villa in Puglia, close to Ostuni, with spectacular views and a gorgeous infinity swimming pool.
Terre dei Ghelfi

Terre dei Ghelfi

Castagneto Carducci

2-4 per apartment
Giant villa in Tuscany on a beautiful vineyard that consists of four delightful apartments to be booked separately or together.
Due Pini

Due Pini

Itri

8
In an ancient olive grove with sweeping sea views, Due Pini is an Italian retreat with modern luxury and a sparkling infinity pool in Campania.
Masseria ai Pini

Masseria ai Pini

Carovignio

6
Peaceful Apulian masseria in Puglia with a private pool, dreamy roof terraces and serene countryside views.
Villa Graya

Villa Graya

Olbia

8
This marvellous Sardinian villa is perched high up on a hill offering incredible views of the sea and a giant swimming pool.
Casa Capriccio

Casa Capriccio

Itri

6
Gorgeous, architect-designed villa in Campania with a striking exterior, a superb roof-top pool and incredible views of the surrounding scenery.

Greek villas with private pools

Secret hideaways on dreamy Greek islands, luxurious villas among Mediterranean gardens - and all with their own cool private pools. Take a look at all our holiday villas in Greece with a swimming pool.
Erossea Villa Imerovigli

Erossea Villa Imerovigli

Imerovigli

10
Private villa with a spacious terrace and swimming pool with breathtaking sea views over Santorini’s caldera islands.
Manna Farmhouse

Manna Farmhouse

Manna

8
Charming 19th-century farmhouse in Syros set within private olive groves offering serene seclusion and Cycladic charm.
Zoe Paxos Holiday Home

Zoe Paxos Holiday Home

Paxoi

5
Cliffside Ionian escape on Paxos with salt water swimming pool and yoga deck overlooking Achai Bay.
Tallulah Cottage

Tallulah Cottage

Agios Stefanos

4
This tranquil retreat in Corfu offers a stunning garden with a sparkling pool, calming interiors and superb access to local beaches.
Villa Sykia

Villa Sykia

Naxos

16
This exquisite villa on the Greek island of Naxos offers large groups a luxury retreat, with a glistening pool and amazing beach views.
Santorini Windmills

Santorini Windmills

Cyclades

Windmills sleeping 5 or 6
Utterly charming windmill properties sitting at the foot of a sleepy hill, perfect for dazzling sea views
Xyloporta

Xyloporta

Zakynthos

15
Enjoy a peaceful, relaxing holiday with friends and family at this charming collection of cottages with infinity pool and incredible views
Villa Evangelini

Villa Evangelini

Poseidonia

15
Stunning coral-pink neoclassical villa on the Greek island of Syros with private pool, gardens and walk-to-beach setting.

Villas in Croatia with a pool

Gorgeous sea views, peaceful mainland locations or on islands dotted along the coastline - here are some of our favourite Croatian villas with private pools.
Molonta Heritage Estate

Molonta Heritage Estate

Gruda

8
Exquisite Mediterranean villa near Dubrovnik with infinity pool, private beach and amazing timeless heritage.
Villa Vento

Villa Vento

Vis

8
Embrace tranquillity at this four bedroom villa with stunning sea views and a private pool in the heart of Vis Old Town.
Villa Vista Zamask

Villa Vista Zamask

Zamask

6
An award-winning villa in the remote, Croatian hillsides, with a private, infinity pool and views to die for….
Vertigo Palace

Vertigo Palace

Hvar Island

12
A luxury, village townhouse on exclusive Hvar Island, with a sun-kissed pool terrace just moments from the coastline….
St. George Court

St. George Court

Hvar Island

8 + 5
A remote, Croatian farmhouse on exclusive Hvar Island, with a sun-kissed infinity pool overlooking the sublime forest coastline and its own tennis court…

Villas in Germany with a private pool

Das Farmhaus

Das Farmhaus

Lieg

14
Contemporary farmhouse with a heated swimming pool and private spa amongst the vineyards of Germany’s Moselle region.

Villas in Austria with their own pool

Naturhof Eibl

Naturhof Eibl

Grossarl

10
Idyllic mountain retreat with natural swimming pond, sauna and breathtaking views in Austria’s Grossarl Valley.
Chalet Falk

Chalet Falk

Bad Kleinkirchheim

8
Austrian luxury chalet offering breathtaking views, private spa, heated pool and amazing opportunities for skiing, golf, hiking and cycling.
Chalet GM

Chalet GM

Brand

10
Soak in the infinity pool and bask in the majesty of this luxury Brandnertal valley chalet, set high in the Austrian alps.
Monestyria Chalets & Suites

Monestyria Chalets & Suites

Mariazell

1-4 per stay
Stylish alpine chalets and suites in Mariazell with panoramic mountain views, sky pool and private lake access.
Grand Ferdinand Hotel Vienna

Grand Ferdinand Hotel Vienna

Vienna

2 per room
A wonderful combination of modernity and tradition, this gorgeous hotel sits on Vienna's historic Ringstraße and has its own rooftop swimming pool.
What are the best locations in Europe for holiday villas with private pools?

Europe offers a variety of destinations with spectacular holiday villas featuring private pools. Among the top choices are the sun-drenched coasts of Spain, the enchanting Greek islands, Italy's scenic countryside, and the stunning French Riviera.

How can I find unique villas with private pools on Coolstays?

Visit Coolstays.com to explore our curated selection of hand-picked properties. Use our filters to refine your search by location, amenities like private pools, and other unique features to find your perfect stay.

Are there family-friendly villas with private pools in Europe?

Yes, many European villas cater to families, offering secure environments and additional amenities such as games rooms or larger outdoor areas. On Coolstays.com, you can filter your search to find family-friendly options.

Can I book large group accommodations with private pools in Europe through Coolstays?

Certainly! Coolstays features a range of large group accommodations across Europe. These properties often come with spacious living areas and multiple bedrooms, making them ideal for group gatherings or special occasions.

Do European holiday villas on Coolstays offer environmentally friendly options?

At Coolstays, we prioritise sustainability. Many of our listed properties incorporate eco-friendly practices such as solar energy use or sustainable building materials. Look for listings tagged as 'carbon-neutral' for greener options.

What is the price range for holiday villas with private pools in Europe on Coolstays?

Prices vary based on location, size, and amenities. Through Coolstays.com you can discover a diverse array of villas suited to different budgets without compromising on comfort or style.

Are there pet-friendly holiday villas with private pools available in Europe?

Absolutely! Many European properties listed on Coolstays welcome pets. Simply use our search filters to highlight pet-friendly stays that also offer the luxury of a private pool.

How far in advance should I book a villa with a private pool in Europe?

It’s advisable to book well ahead of your planned travel dates—ideally six months in advance—to secure your preferred property during peak seasons especially through popular platforms like Coolstays.

What additional services can be expected at these European holiday villas?

Many luxury villas provide extra services such as housekeeping, personal chefs, or concierge services. Detailed information about available services is provided within each listing on Coolstays.com.

Why choose an exclusive villa from Coolstays over traditional accommodation?

Choosing a villa from Coolstays ensures an extraordinary experience marked by privacy and exclusivity combined with distinctive charm and character not usually found in conventional hotel stays.