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Casa Ikal en...

Casa Ikal enjoys a privileged beachfront location inside the biosphere reserve of Sian Ka’an. A coral reef protects the ocean waters and swimmers may reach the reef easily from shore. In addition, the lagoon front leads to ancient Mayan canals! Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve is an Unesco World Heritage site, and protects wetlands, archeological sites, numerous bird and mammal species as well as endangered sea turtles.

The recently constructed villa was designed by De Ytrube architects and is contemporary in style. It is nestled on five acres of lush vegetation and provides a stunning 300 feet of beach and an additional 300 feet of lagoon frontage. The lagoon leads directly to ancient Mayan canals.

An extra large infinity edged pool is located on the rooftop and features fiber optic lighting. Views are panoramic from the hardwood decking surrounding the pool.

Living areas are open plan and include living and dining areas and a fully equipped kitchen. There are four bedrooms, each with en-suite bathrooms, as well as a convenient guest bath. Exterior decks abound allowing for seamless indoor-outdoor living experiences.

Casa Ikal is fully staffed and rates include transfers, all meals and snacks, a Mayan canal tour and massages. With an eye toward ecological respect for its location, the villa is sun and wind-powered. A nearly silent backup generator is also available if needed. Of course, modern conveniences such as air conditioned bedrooms, Wifi Internet, home movie projection and Sky TV are also available to guests.

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Private, con...

Private, contemporary Azul Villa Esmeralda lies on the shores near Puerto Morelos, just 20 minutes from Cancun, on the Mayan Riviera. Offering total privacy, the villa provides the services and amenities of a five star hotel, as well as access to the services and amenities of the Azul Beach Hotel. The resort is a few steps away across the sand, but golf cart service is complimentary on request. The Azul Beach Hotel offers the Vassa Spa, gourmet restaurants, pools, and children’s activities. Guests may choose to enjoy total privacy at the villa, or to socialize with other guests at the resort!

Natural stone, tropical woods and thatched roofs provide an authentic local feeling. Warm interiors, with Caribbean touches and modern highlights, open seamlessly to expansive outdoor living areas. The deck overlooks the large beachfront pool, the children’s pool, a jacuzzi that seats up to ten, the white sand beach and clear waters of the sea. Al fresco dining opportunities include a large dining table for 12, a pergola covered dining table seating 10, as well as the private bar, a brick pizza oven and gas grill. A private pier is available for the fisherman’s boat or yacht, by prior arrangement. Outdoor living areas are accentuated by opportunities to lounge on the king sized beachside Bali day beds, in-pool lounge chairs, two beach cabanas and the lovely tropical gardens.

Living and family rooms are large and open; providing plenty of seating for entire families. The fully equipped chef’s kitchen was designed with entertainment in mind. For pure relaxation, guests may take advantage of the private spa and sauna. The more active will enjoy the fitness center and lighted, private tennis court.

Five bedroom suites also feature local hardwoods and a modern design. The first master bedroom suite hosts a living area, a private terrace, and an outdoor jacuzzi. The second master bedroom also boasts ocean views, a private terrace, and jacuzzi as well as an indoor-outdoor shower. Three further bedroom suites host king sized beds, en-suite bathrooms and private terraces. Another bedroom is located by the family room, and hosts two queen sized beds and en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. All six suites host large flat screen TVs, Bose sound system, private media server, and a safe.

Guests will feel pampered from the first moment as they receive their al-fresco arrival greeting; complete with sparkling wine and refreshing scented towels. A private chef prepares all meals and the private butler makes sure all needs are met. Of course there is daily maid and turn-down service, and even butler service on the beach. Family-friendly, Villa Azul Esmeralda provides strollers, cribs, and beach games for the younger set, as well as a child’s play area, ping pong, volleyball, board games and a Wii console for older children.

Also perfect for corporate retreats, a conference room is stocked with the necessary equipment.

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Villa Collin...

Villa Collina is located in northwestern Tuscany near Vicopelago and just five kilometers from the medieval city of Lucca. Surrounded by high Tuscan hills, protected by a gated wall at the front and enclosed by lush gardens, the villa offers privacy and seclusion.

The nearby city of Lucca is rich in history dating back to Roman times. Although the original Roman amphitheatre is long gone, the central square of the city preserves its shape scribing the outline of the ancient building.  Many perfectly preserved buildings from the Middle Ages are revealed along the winding medieval-planned streets throughout this old city.  The massive walls that now surround the city date back to the Renaissance era of seventeenth century although earlier fortifications predate them by many centuries.  Now they support four kilometers of parkland and are fine place for a picnic, a walk or bicycling.

Villa Collina is also just a short drive from the Versilia on the Tuscan Riviera, the coastal strip between Viareggio and Forte dei Marmi noted for its nightlife and posh beach resorts.

The grounds of the villa are accessed at the front by passing through a gate in a protective wall where a long passageway between tall cypress trees frames the front entranceway of the villa.  A broad lawn extends to either side and is bounded by a park like setting of plantings that include lime trees, oaks, olives trees, magnolias, aromatic shrubs and roses.  A pergola of bougainvillea makes a pleasant stop on a stroll or for an outdoor meal.  The swimming pool is set into the lawn with a brick terrace complete with loungers for sunning and relaxing.

The villa was built in the seventeenth century as a Tuscan home of nobility and reveals the features common in the period.  The noble, or main floor is above the country floor and is entered from the top of a two staircases on each side of the entrance.   The country floor (or ground floor) is also accessed from the front and offers a dining area with a large fireplace and a wine cellar.

The villa was designed in a symmetrical layout with rooms situated around the central salon.  There are two formal sitting rooms displaying rich fabrics on sofas and drapes.  A study/library room offers a more casual place for conversation or reading.  A well-equipped, renovated, and modern kitchen retains the original open beam ceiling and has an eat-in dining area.

A central courtyard outside holds a dining area as well as a pizza oven and barbecue.

There are six bedrooms in Villa Collina, each with its own color scheme and character.  All have en-suite baths.

Villa Collina is well-suited for hosting family gatherings, weddings or visits with friends. It’s a gracious home with a noble history that offers privacy, as well as access to all the art, culture, antiquities and food that make Tuscany so extraordinary.

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Villa Canton...

Villa Cantone is a luxurious and aristocratic property set on a terraced hillside of olive groves. This 19th-century villa offers its own private chapel, ancient olive press and absolutely stunning views of the pristine countryside and the hilltop village of Lucca. In the front of the home, guests can enjoy an authentic Italianate garden, and to the rear is a stunning walled garden, which hosts the private swimming pool and relaxing sun lounge. A shaded loggia overlooks the camellia garden and is a perfect for alfresco dining under the stars.

The luxury vacation rental in Italy can accommodate up to 22 guests. It boasts a grand banquet room, billiard room, wine-tasting room and cellar, drawing room and formal living room with satellite television and fireplace. There is also a fully equipped Tuscan-style kitchen, a beautiful outdoor dining area and an office area with Internet-equipped computer and fax machine. Villa Cantone offers 11 frescoed bedroom suites with en suite bathrooms.

The villa has a well-trained staff on hand to look after guest needs. It includes three housekeepers, a gardener, a pool keeper, an English-speaking concierge and a chef/manager, who provides a continental breakfast buffet each morning and handles the grocery shopping. For an additional fee, the chef is available to cook lunches and dinners. The vacation rental in Italy has air conditioning and phone lines in all its bedrooms, and also incluldes outdoor barbecue facilities and a fitness center.

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Villa Barbar...

Villa Barbara is a stunning two-story property hidden in the captivating Lucchese hills, just 10 minutes from the charming village of Lucca. This commanding estate is surrounded by gorgeous magnolia, weeping willows, cypress trees, tranquil fountains and lily lakes. Located in hills once filled with wild boar, Barbara was originally the hunting lodge retreat of Count Cosimo Bernardini of Lucca. The Bernardini family played an instrumental role in the administration and politics of the Republic of Lucca and were responsible for the upkeep of law and order from 1388 through to 1798.

This luxurious Tuscany villa boasts 12 bedrooms and enough space and privacy for groups of up to 24. The formal drawing room has a charming fireplace off to the side and opens to the formal dining room and the fully equipped Tuscan kitchen. The ground floor also includes the music room with baby grand piano, library, and game and billiards room. Down the hall there is a fully equipped office and fitness center. Guests will also find a lounge, wine cellar and laundry facilities. The 12 bedrooms are individually styled, each with air conditioning, en suite bathroom (four have Jacuzzi baths) and telephone line.

The property is separated into a number of different sections and includes the original stone chapel that was constructed circa 1000. To the rear of one of the most impressive Italian villa rentals you find the beautiful floodlit saltwater swimming pool, Italian piazza and authentic 17th-century fountains that overlook the ornamental peschiera.

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