Living in a luxury loft or a penthouse apartment may feel like an unattainable life goal for many, but in the meantime while you’re working hard to make this dream a reality, why not get a taste of it already during an unforgettable holiday? Whilst the city or country determines a large part of your holiday, a spectacular holiday home can be seen as quite a convincing bonus when choosing your next destination. Holidu, the search engine for holiday homes, has selected seven European cities where you can find luxurious lofts and penthouses available for your next dream holiday. With features including a private rooftop jacuzzi and panoramic city views, it will be impossible to resist the temptation to treat yourself to your next getaway in one of these incredible rentals.
1. The Avenue Penthouse – Lisbon, Portugal
This ultra-sophisticated rental oozes style and class in every room, with intricate features and interior decor throughout. The winding layout that connects each room is complemented by the interesting ceiling shapes and designs and the huge windows, allowing natural daylight to flood the home. Possibly the most impressive feature of this home is the 200m. terrace and garden area, equipped with a huge dining table and chairs as well as luxurious and comfy sofas, which means there is plenty of space for the whole group to gather outside and soak up the Portugese sun. Located in one of the trendiest areas of Lisbon, this penthouse is incredibly close to a number of restaurants, bars, parks and attractions.
2. Beachfront penthouse – Barcelona, Spain
This breathtaking home is located on the Spanish coastline in Barcelona and boasts an amazing view. The 16th floor penthouse has its own private balcony, equipped with a dining table and chairs, which overlooks the beach and out to the Balearic Sea. With ceiling to floor windows, this home will never feel like it’s lacking in natural light. The building itself also has two private swimming pools and 24 hour security. The penthouse is only a few metro stops away from the city’s Gothic quarter, making it the ideal location for groups wanting to enjoy a relaxing beach holiday whilst being close to the buzz of Barcelona city centre.
3. The Loft House – Athens, Greece
This loft literally looks like heaven. The super hip and industrially decorated interior shows this home as the epitome of class and sophistication. Despite the moody and dark atmospheric mood throughout, the rooms remain open and spacious, with selected pastel coloured furniture used to brighten up the areas. After a long day of exploring the wonders of Athens, you are guaranteed to sleep like a baby in the huge master bed. The ceilings are wonderfully high and the loft is 140m. in total, making it plenty of space to feel right at home. If you like to go shopping, fashion boutiques are a mere one minute walking distance away.
4. Via dei Banchi Nuovi – Rome, Italy
This four bedroom home is located on the fourth floor of a building in the centre of historic Rome. The elegant interior of this rental is shown through the marble floors and sleek features. The whitewashed open-beam ceiling design adds to the character of this dreamy Italian home. It also has a huge balcony with outdoor seating on, the perfect place to sit and look out over the rooftops of the city. The rental is within walking distance to Piazza Navona where you can find a number of fabulous Italian restaurants.
5. The Luxury Designer Loft – Paris, France
Located in the heart of Paris, this gorgeous loft has won awards and gained attention worldwide for its beauty. The open plan interior, spread out over two levels gives the ultimate feel of spaciousness in this city centre location. Fully equipped with a sauna, gym, home cinema and a furnished terrace – there really will be no reason for you to even want to leave this property! Should you want to explore the City of Love, the home is situated in Quartier Montorgueil and a stone’s throw away from the famous Louvre and many restaurants, bars, cafés and other attractions. This apartment accommodates up to 8 people, perfect for a group city break with serious Parisian style.
6. Kings Penthouse – Prague, Czech Republic
Take a trip to the cosy European city of Prague and plan the perfect holiday with your friends and family in this luxury penthouse. With space for up to 14 people, you really will have the group trip of a lifetime. Spend your days and nights in the jacuzzi on the rooftop terrace and marvel at the magical view you will have over the city. Fire up the BBQ which is also on the terrace, for the perfect summer evening. This property is actually UNESCO heritage site and was built in 1352, making it a really spectacular place to stay. Inside you can soak up all of the luxury and appreciate the beautiful modern and recently refurbished interior.
7. City centre loft – Seville, Spain
The unbeatable location in the historic centre paired with spectacular views of the city makes this final rental a true gem. Step out onto the colourful rooftop terrace, overlooking the third largest Gothic cathedral in the world, Giralda, and you really won’t be disappointed. The rooms are freshly decorated with an occasional splash of colour and design furniture added to emphasise the style. The marble floor gives it a chic touch and will also provide a wonderful cooling in the hot summer months. The location couldn’t be more central, with the city centre only 500m away, meaning you have everything the city offers at your disposal.
Courtsey of Holidu
