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20th Jun 2016

These 10 Stunning European Beach-Side Properties Can Be Yours For The Summer

Trine Jensen-Burke

Dreaming of sun, sand and a totally kid-friendly getaway this summer?

Look no further.

These 10 super-affordable and totally chic European family homes listed on Kid & Coe are your to rent for however long you want.

Warning: Prepare to be the envy of all your friends when you start posting lust-worthy snaps on Instagram from your holidays!

Now, all there is left is to take your pick:

1. Ibiza, Spain

This stunning residence with a pool and a (swoon!) sea-view near Ibiza town in Sa Carroca is close to family beaches and sleeps up to eight people. Oh, and it doesn’t stop there. The property, which is only 12 minutes by car from Ibiza airport, is surrounded by terraces with outdoor seating and has a beautifully designed contemporary interior.

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2. Peniche, Portugal

This sunny, modern apartment comes with pool and gardens and is just a 10-minute walk from one of Portugal’s finest beaches.

We love the light and airy bedrooms, the bright walls and furnishings and contemporary art.

Oh, and did we mention you can enroll the kids in surf school, try a spot of yoga or take little ones paddling in the waves and to the local swings – before heading home for an evening dip and glass of sangria, of course.

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3. Crete, Greece

Beautiful Crete is the perfect spot for an amazing family vacay, and this villa, located just outside the bustling city of Chania, will literally tick all your boxes.

The gorgeous property is in a seafront development of just five houses. Galatas, a little fishing port, is located on the left of the development, a little beach is in front of it and the Kalamaki sandy beach is just a three-minute walk on the right.

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4. Mykonos, Greece

Ah, Mykonos…

This stunning family villa comes with a pool, sleeps up to 14 (plus babies!) and is set on a hillside in the quiet south of Mykonos overlooking the Aegean Sea and Agrari beach.

It’s a heavenly retreat for a family or two, with a main villa plus three separate guest studios. Four kids can all bunk together in the kids room and there are four further double bedrooms and another twin room.

Oh, and the nearest beach is just a 10-minute stroll away.

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5. Mykonos, Greece

This cozy two-story apartment is in the best area of Mykonos for families, close to the beach and has a shared pool.

There are two lovely terraces for alfresco dining, the upper one with views of the Aegean and an open air kitchen, and the nearby Kalafatis beach is great for families.

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6. Novigrad, Croatia

If you are looking for luxury, this contemporary, yacht-inspired villa with a pool surrounded by ancient city walls sleeps up to 12 and is ideal for a large family gathering.

Did we mention the heated infinity pool with terrace access via retractable floor-to-ceiling windows…?  Or the three spacious outdoor terraces, including a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the sea…?

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7. Poreč, Croatia

This striking, contemporary villa with a 50m squared pool is only 15 meters from the beach and has stunning sea views.

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8. The Basque Country, France

This stylish minimalist villa with a pool has views of the green mountains and Atlantic Coast and is located just 4km from the ocean, between Biarritz and San Sebastian.

This relaxing countryside retreat has tons of green spaces where kids can play, and San Sebastian has a wonderful beach famed for its tapas and restaurants. Nearby Biarritz also has great beaches and world-class surf opportunities, and there are plenty of quaint towns, cideries, markets and hillsides to explore nearby.

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9. Puerto Pollenca, Mallorca, Spain

With ocean, park and town life all within easy reach, this sleek beach apartment will suit everyone’s needs.

There is a playground and park next to the building, and the beach is a two-minute walk away across the street.

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10. Sicily, Italy

This large apartment in a recently restored building is quiet and yet in the center of Catania, overlooking a wonderful castle and in the gastronomical heart of the city. In fact, the square facing the building is full of good restaurants where you can taste excellent traditional Sicilian dishes and good wines.

The property has a home cinema and winter garden plus three bedrooms, each with private balconies.

There is a theme park not too far from the center of Catania and beaches are a 15-minute drive away.

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