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9:00 AM 29th March 2020
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The Ultimate In ‘Social Distancing’ Getaways!

 
Whether you are looking for a secluded stay-cation or a luxurious isolated retreat, we have rounded up a selection of remote destinations.

From luxurious villas off the beaten tourist tracks in Greece and Ibiza to a tree house jungle villa in Brazil, a hotel on a private island in the Maldives or a mountain resort in Greece, the following destinations offer the perfect crowd-free, luxurious holiday:

Staycation at Magnificent Seaview Home with Indoor Pool
Superbly situated overlooking Dorset’s wild Jurassic Coast, this magnificent ten bedroom thatched holiday home offers the ideal space for large groups (Covid-19 permitting!) seeking a corporate or communal retreat, as well as spectacular views of picturesque Lulworth Cove.

This secluded home is the perfect place to relax and forget about city chaos.

Sleeps 20. Available from £1,999 to £4,200 per night
https://www.stayonedegree.com/en/home/3428/information/view?from=&to=

A secluded Grecian villa with Private Beach in Serifos
A hidden Cycladic gem, Villa Amaryllis is a rare haven of privacy and tranquillity on the undiscovered island of Serifos.

Guests are invited to absorb the magic of the Aegean views whilst practising their sun salutations, and yoga sessions can be arranged on request through Bright Blue Villas’ concierge, creating a haven to relax and escape.

For those looking for an isolated and peaceful retreat, Villa Amaryllis is ideal, with a private path that leads to a secluded beach – the perfect spot for meditation, whilst guests can also feed their wellness appetite with the plethora of walking paths that surround the villa.

This 4-bedroom property sleeps up to 8 people and Bright Blue Villas (www.brightbluevillas.com/, +30 210 3410210) offers Villa Amaryllis from £9,792/EUROS 11,500 per week.

Tree House Jungle Villa in the Brazilian Rainforest
This hidden paradise is located in the Atlantic Rainforest in Brazil’s Bahia State. This fabulous loft villa is an architectural masterpiece that offers privacy and relaxation, perfect as a hidden getaway.

A one of a kind jungle villa, this unique property has been lovingly crafted with the environment in mind, built solely from 60-year-old naturally felled timbers.

Indoor and outdoor living styles are fully integrated as you step from the elevated terrace into the villa’s private, secluded garden and relax poolside with good company and a long cool drink.

A modern, fully equipped kitchen and elevated dining area with spectacular views across the lush, surrounding forest canopy are also featured here, while the beautifully designed bedroom offers a sumptuous double bed and walk-in closet with open-air rainforest shower.

This one-bedroom villa Sleeps 2 guests and Stay One Degree (www.stayonedegree.com) offers the home from £202 per night / USD 265

Secluded Mountain Resort in Greece
Aristi Mountain Resort and Villas is the perfect location for travellers who are looking for some adventure as well as some relaxation.

An "off the beaten track" location; it's an alternative Greek holiday compared to the usual beach getaway but is a welcomed change. Aristi Mountain Resort & Villas is not only home to luxurious accommodation, but a wild and rugged landscape - a perfect playground for adventure seekers who wish to explore their surroundings and do something different on their holidays.

The plunging Gorge of Vikos and enchanting Towers of Astraka are punctuated by the crystal clear Voidomatis River, the ideal backdrop for a host of outdoor pursuits includes rafting, cannoning, horse-riding and mountain biking.

Situated in west Zagori, Epirus in north-western Greece, Aristi Mountain Resort & Villas is home to luxurious accommodation set within a wild and rugged landscape. Hardly on the tourist radar and untouched by even the most experienced trekkers, Aristi Mountain Resort plays host to an abundance of beautiful hiking routes, perfect for an active summer getaway.

Aristi Mountain Resort & Villas (https://www.aristi.eu/en, +30 26530 41330) offers double superior rooms on a B&B basis from £115 per night.

New Hotel in Undiscovered Greece
Enjoy MarBella Elix with its undiscovered land and perfect secluded beaches. With sensational sea views, contemporary spacious areas, well-appointed accommodation and a long sandy beach lapped by turquoise waters, MarBella Elix Hotel is the newest member of MarBella Collection opening its doors in June 2020.

Close to the cosmopolitan Parga area of mainland Greece and set above immaculate sandy beaches, MarBella Elix guarantees a five-star luxury holiday escape.

Appealing to the most discerning guests and ideal for a digital detox. MarBella Elix is a much-loved holiday destination for locals and the lucky few who have discovered this off-the-radar, picturesque area.

MarBella Elix (https://www.marbellacollection.gr/marbella-elix/, +302661071123) will offer rooms from £121/€139 per night per room on a half board basis.