The world’s best holiday homes have been unveiled in an exciting new ranking.
Chosen by accommodation provider, Vrbo, the 2025 Holiday Homes of the Year are bound to leave you itching to book your next escape.
The homes were selected based on their ‘exceptional guest ratings’ and ‘standout amenities’. Each of the homes has at least three bedrooms so ‘guests can comfortably stay together’ and all are run by hosts who have a ‘track record of providing excellent guest service’.
Larry Plawsky, general manager at Vrbo, says: ‘Every year, Vrbo Holiday Homes of the Year inspire travellers to book their next family holiday, and the 2025 collection is no different.
‘The holiday homes on this year’s list reflect the places with amazing guest ratings, experienced and dedicated hosts, and stunning spaces that offer the most requested amenities on Vrbo from private pools to fully equipped entertainment rooms.’
Whether you’re looking for a fairytale Scottish castle, a dreamy thatched countryside cottage or an infinity pool villa, scroll down to get a glimpse inside some of the world’s most spectacular holiday homes…
THE NATTERJACK MANOR HOUSE, LANCASHIRE, UK: A ‘contemporary home with vast living spaces’, the Natterjack Manor House is just a 10 minute drive from the beach. It has a ‘stunning private, indoor heated swimming pool’, a sauna, massage room and gym while outside there’s a fire pit and stone pizza oven. Prices from £105 per person, per night
HERMITAGE HOUSE, LANCASHIRE, UK: This incredible home is located on a ‘private island’ and has ‘breathtaking views of the River Lune’. Guests can enjoy the property’s games room, casino, private hair salon and private spa. It’s heaven for movie fans, who will be able to watch their favourite films in the house’s private cinema. Prices from £82 per person, per night
QUARRY HOUSE,DEVON, UK: Designed by ‘award-winning architect’ Stan Bolt, Quarry House is an ‘architectural wonder’ that benefits from ‘breathtaking coastal views’. The property has ‘floor-to-ceiling windows’ with views of ‘Devon’s rolling green hills’. Prices from £49 per person per night
THE COSH, COTSWOLDS, UK: This magnificent property is a ‘stunning converted Dutch barn’ located in the ‘heart of the Cotswolds’. The house’s ‘airy open-plan living space’ opens on to the garden which even has its own shepherd’s hut. Prices from £39 per person per night
SMITHYCROFT, SOMERSET, UK: Located in the ‘heart of the Somerset countryside’, Smithycroft is a charming ‘cottage with a traditional thatched roof’. The cute cottage has been ‘thoughtfully refurbished to include touches of modern luxury’ and it has an ‘enclosed garden’ ideal for ‘summer drinks’. Prices from £52 per person per night
DOWNS COTTAGE, KENT, UK: A ‘beachfront retreat’ that ‘blends modern luxuries with sophisticated elegance’, Downs Cottage sits right on the shore in Deal. The house has a ‘quirky’ interior design style with a ‘maritime’ theme. Prices from £66 per person per night
KILMARTIN CASTLE, SCOTLAND: Built in 1550 during the reign of Mary Queen of Scots, Kilmartin House had a ‘rich and colourful history’ before it was abandoned for nearly 200 years. It’s now been restored as an incredible holiday home with ‘antique furniture’, a ‘sunken fire pit’ and even a ‘wild swimming pool’. Prices from £100 per person, per night
THE DRIPPING SPRINGS SOCIAL, AUSTIN, USA: An hour’s drive from Austin, this incredible house has ‘sweeping views of Texas Hill country and local wineries’. The property’s ‘piece de resistance’ is the converted barn that’s been turned into a ‘massive entertainment and games room’ with a poker table, projector and arcade games. Of course, there’s also an incredible outdoor pool. Prices from £88 per person, per night
HAUSERDUO, MECKLENBURG-WEST POMERANIA, GERMANY: A gorgeous property with a ‘thatched-roof’, HäuserDuo was designed by the architect Norbert Mohring. The house’s ‘large window fronts’ offer ‘unparalleled views’ of the ‘green surroundings and lake’ while guests can admire the stars through its skylights. There’s also a sauna. Prices from £20 per person per night
WAVERLEY COTTAGE, NOVA SCOTIA, CANADA: Located on a ‘private peninsula’ and surrounded by 800feet/243m of waterfront on the banks of Lake William, Waverley Cottage is a ‘charming escape from the everyday’. Guests can dine al fresco or relax on the house’s extensive deck. Prices from £99 per person, per night
ABERCORN, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA: ‘An elegant country house’, Abercorn sits in the heart of New South Wales’ ‘verdant landscapes’. Guests will be able to ‘bask in golden sunsets’ with views of the surrounding hills. Prices from £62 per person, per night
VILLA SOLEIL D’OR, FRANCE: This beautiful property’s stand-out feature is its incredible ‘heated infinity pool’ set at 29 degrees/84 Fahrenheit all year round. The pool has incredible panoramic sea views, while the villa is located just 800m from Cavalaire-Sur-Mur on the Cote D’Azur. Prices from £32 per person, per night
VILLA SHEMS MOON, MARRAKECH, MOROCCO: Located in a mountain village just a short trip from Marrakech, this stylish villa can host up to 38 people in ‘opulent surroundings’. Guests can ‘enjoy massages upon request’ or take a dip in the property’s incredible swimming pool. Prices from £73 per person, per night
KARU O TE KIWI, GOLDEN BAY, NEW ZEALAND: This breathtaking ‘eco-conscious’ property has an outdoor space that blends ‘seamlessly with nature’. There’s an incredible BBQ area and guests will be ideally located to explore the nature at nearby Kahurangi National Park. Prices from £56 per person, per night
Take a look at the full details for all the properties and book here: www.vrbo.com/en-gb/holiday-homes-of-the-year
