Consumers seek Escapism in troubled times!

Suzanne Quinn, Managing Director of Holiday Homes Direct says "There has been a noticeable increase in people looking for luxurious properties for either special occasions or extended family gatherings. Value for money remains very important, however consumers are increasingly looking for more fairytale properties." 

Suzanne says "We have seen a large upsurge this year for people looking for Country Manor Homes and large luxurious private villas. These properties lend themselves to extended family get-togethers or groups of friends escaping for
a fun weekend and the prices are often very competitive when you break them down per
person." Suzanne says.  "We have also noticed an increase in the demand for intimate romantic retreats. Consumers are
looking for properties that offer an escape from reality and something that they can look forward to." She says.

Coolatore House, Manor House Ireland

Coolatore House is a luxurious Manor House located near Moate, County Westmeath in Ireland.  This very large Victorian country home built in 1866 is exquisitely designed with long spacious halls, wide balconies and vaulted ceilings with large open log fires.  The seclusion of the Estate has attracted writers and musicians such as Irish writer, poet and Nobel prize winner Seamus Heaney and artist Michael Jackson.  Coolatore is part of the Grouse Lodge Estate which is home to the world famous residential recording studio. Guests of Coolatore have use the 45-foot indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi and sauna - a mere three minutes walk from the house.

Prices start from €500 per night, sleeps up to 16 people.

To view the property:  http://www.holidayhomesdirect.ie/12270


Casa do Lago, Luxury 5 Bed Villa,  Silver Coast, Portugal

This is an exclusively designed luxury villa located on the Silver Coast only an hour from Lisbon.  The villa enjoys spectacular views and is set in a wonderful  location, upon a ridge overlooking the Obidos Lagoon and the Atlantic beyond.  This magnificent property is finished to the highest standard and the extensive sun terraces and gardens enjoy breathtaking views from every angle. The private heated swimming pool with cascading water, also overlooks the Obidos Lagoon and the Atlantic.

Prices start from €2000 per week, sleeps up to 11 people.

To view the property:  http://www.holidayhomesdirect.ie/12265

Borgo degli Olivi, 4 Bed villa in Umbria, Italy

Borgo degli Olivi (The "Hamlet of the Olives"), is one of two lovingly restored 19th century
Umbrian farmhouses situated on six acres of olive groves with a magnificent pool which is available to
let throughout the year.  The villa sleeps up to 12 people and is a five minute walk to the nearest village of Casalini with bar and shop
and a five minute drive to the shores of the famous Lake Trasimeno.

Prices start at €1300 per week for the villa.

To view the property:  www.holidayhomesdirect.ie/12250/

Quinta da Lua, Large Exclusive 9 Bed Villa to Rent in the Algarve, Portugal

A truly extensive and luxurious 9 bed villa with 10 bathrooms and English In-House concierge service.  Facilities include
a large family size pool, jacuzzi, floodlit tennis court, cinema room and private nightclub. The beautiful and luxurious 'Quinta da Lua' is located in a tranquil area,  approximately 5 kilometers from Loule Town Centre. Offering guests the benefits of both seclusion and privacy and the convenience of being within easy reach of the beautiful beaches and golf courses at Quinta do Lago and Vilamoura

Prices start at €5,386 per week for the villa, sleeps up to 24 people

To view the property:  http://www.holidayhomesdirect.ie/11661/

Luxury Villa 5 Bed staffed Villa in the Costa Del Sol, Spain

La Villa Amarilla is a luxury Villa located close to Puerto Banus and Marbella. This luxurious
 5 bedroom villa offers panaromic views of the coastline and Nueva Andalucia Golf Valley. The spacious villa
is beautifully appointed is set in the foothils behind Puerto Banus and Marbella.
This is a staffed villa rental and includes a housekeeper, 5 days per week. The villa has a large terrace looking
over the garden and a private split level swimming pool and BBQ area.

Prices start at €2,140 per week for the villa, sleeps up to 10 people

To view the property:  http://www.holidayhomesdirect.ie/11968/

Trulli Stella, Romantic Villa in Ostuni

Beautiful fully restored 3 cone Trulli House situated in private location surrounded by ancient olive groves. Fully air-conditioned and centrally heated with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Amenities include outdoor swimming pool, outdoor fully stocked kitchen with bar b que and fully functioning pizza oven. 

Prices start at €728 per week for the villa, sleeps up to 6 people

To view the property:  http://www.holidayhomesdirect.ie/10887/