Europe’s best villas for hosting an elegant party

With many missed celebrations over the last couple of years, there’s no excuse needed for making this year’s milestone birthday and anniversary celebrations the best ones yet.

With most just a short flight away, The Luxury Travel Book has compiled a portfolio of beautiful European villas, with enough room for all the family and friends. The villas included below are in Tuscany, Mallorca, Comporta, Corfu, Lake Como and Cote d’Azur, and provide the ultimate celebration holiday venue for 2023.

Here is the pick of the bunch for hosting an amazing party.

Melissonia Estate, Corfu (7 Bedrooms | 14 Guests)

The Melissonia Estate luxury villa in Corfu offers world- class service and all the amenities of a superior five-star hotel in the privacy of one’s own space. Guests staying at this impressive Greek island holiday villa will experience exceptional standards in luxury design, unmatched hospitality and culinary delights with private chefs from the world’s leading restaurants. 

Melissonia Estate start from £47,300 (€56,750)

Pego Paradise, Comporta (5 Bedrooms | 10 Guests)

This luxury villa in Comporta is situated in front of pine trees, with a private access to the road leading downhill, to the beach. Known for its bohemian/chic vibe, Comporta is loved for its natural beauty, and eco-friendly lifestyle, with the long sandy beaches, blue Atlantic Sea, and pine forests. The long sandy beach also has a surf school, as well as the famous Sal fish restaurant and bar, providing plenty of fun for the whole family. Guests can also enjoy horse riding and treks, take a catamaran cruise to watch dolphins and, for golf enthusiasts, there is a golf course at Troia, known to be one of the best golf courses in Europe – plenty to ensure the whole family is having fun. 

Pego Paradise start from £7,800 (€9,450)

Villa Colle Ramole, Tuscany (20 Bedrooms | 44 Guests)

This stunning and unique estate is ideally situated just south of the centre of Florence, at the gateway of the beautiful Chianti countryside. With views to Florence, the property epitomises the true postcard image of Tuscany! With 20 bedrooms in the five buildings that comprise the hamlet, the property can accommodate up to 44 guests. There is also a consecrated Chapel with frescoes by Ridolfo del Ghirlandaio, which makes the property a perfect setting for memorable family gatherings, with two outdoor pools, gardens and panoramic walkways, as well as a wellness centre with Turkish bath, Sauna, Jacuzzi and emotional shower.

Villa Colle Ramole start from £40,400 (€48,500)

Villa Sant Joan, Mallorca (10 Bedrooms | 20 Guests)

The impressive luxury Villa Sant Joan in Mallorca is located in the well positioned neighbourhood between Pollenca and Alcudia. The villa offers plenty of privacy and seclusion only a short walk from the nearest beach and a short drive from some of Mallorca’s best beach clubs and restaurants. The secure gated gardens make it perfect for groups and families, offering a great balance of privacy and accessibility. Guests will find ample lawns, lush Mediterranean gardens, numerous terraces, and dining areas.

Villa Sant Joan start from £23,300 (€28,000)

Villa Fonteblanda, Tuscany (10 Bedrooms | 20 Guests)

Set in a wonderful, unique position on the Tuscan coast, very close to the Argentario peninsula, this historic luxury villa dates from the 18th century, and sits between Talamone Bay and the coast of Giannella. From its position on the Bengodi promontory, guests will enjoy the spectacular sunsets at the Talamone Port, and magnificent views of Monte Argentario. The large gardens and terraces at the luxury villa include enough space for meals to be enjoyed for up to 20 people, and shaded by pine, palm and olive trees. 

Villa Fonteblanda start from £14,500 (€17,350)

Villa Super Cannes, Côte d'Azur (9 Bedrooms | 18 Guests)

This magnificent luxury villa to rent sits tucked away in the hills of Super Cannes, just a 15-minute drive from the glitz and glamour of the centre of Cannes, yet secluded enough to enjoy the peaceful location and stunning views. The living areas of this luxury holiday villa have a spacious open-plan layout, providing enough room for all, with floor to ceiling windows, allowing for plenty of natural light and panoramic views. 

Villa Super Cannes start from £20,800 (€25,000)

Villa Serbelloni, Lake Como (6 Bedrooms | 14 Guests)

This decadent neoclassical residence on Lake Como offers a unique opportunity to be immersed in history and experience, a villa style that has enchanted illustrious world travellers for over three centuries. This opulent villa has, over time, become a historic and artistic landmark on the banks of the Riviera della Tremezzina- an unbeatable location with exquisite views of Lake Como and the Grigne Mountains. Guests staying at this incredible Lake Como villa will enjoy the lavish halls adorned with ornate frescoes and explore beautiful rooms filled with historic artefacts and precious collections of tapestries, paintings, and majolica. The immaculate manicured gardens which perfectly frame the lake views, are a great place to relax or guests can lounge by the villa’s attractive pool.

Villa Serbelloni start from £46,600 (€56,000)