Short breaks in a holiday villa

Villa short breaks are designed for life’s little interludes, when a few days away feels like a world of difference. Wake to sunlight spilling across your terrace, wander into town for a morning espresso, and let afternoons blur between poolside lounging and spontaneous adventures. Evenings arrive with a glass of wine in hand, as conversations linger and local flavours take centre stage. Each retreat is chosen for its character and setting, from tucked-away countryside sanctuaries to stylish townhouses footsteps from lively piazzas. With James Villas, a short escape isn’t about how long you stay, but how deeply you feel it.

friends on a weekend break, exploring the city

Short breaks for two

Holiday Home - Laroya , Spain - EAI056 1

Spain

Laroya

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

18 Oct•3 nights

£778
£682
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Holiday Home - Ostuni , Italy - ISA073 1

Italy

Ostuni

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

17 Oct•3 nights

£534
£506
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Holiday Home - Slavonski Brod , Croatia - CCS127 1
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 3 Pets

17 Oct•3 nights

£854
£802
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Holiday Home - Concarneau , France - FBF663 1
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

17 Oct•3 nights

£608
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Holiday Home - Cote d'Azur , France - FCS212 1
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

17 Oct•3 nights

£791
£718
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Short breaks for families

Holiday Home - Laureana Cilento , Italy - IKC021 1
  • 18 Guests
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

5

out of 5

17 Oct•3 nights

£2,291
£2,061
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Holiday Home - Barban-Draguzeti , Croatia - CIC008 1
  • 8 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.7

out of 5

17 Oct•3 nights

£597
£486
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Holiday Home - Visnjan-Vizinada , Croatia - CIC704 1
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.7

out of 5

17 Oct•3 nights

£496
£465
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Holiday Home - Belmonte Mezzagno , Italy - ISP312 1
  • 19 Guests
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

3.3

out of 5

20 Oct•3 nights

£1,861
£1,471
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Holiday Home - Split-Podstrana , Croatia - CDM809 1
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

17 Oct•3 nights

£968
£909
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Holiday Home - Larciano , Italy - ITT332 1
  • 22 Guests
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.5

out of 5

17 Oct•3 nights

£2,624
£2,354
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Holiday Home - Labin-Potpican , Croatia - CLI687 1
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

17 Oct•3 nights

£459
£367
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Holiday Home - Murter - Betina , Croatia - CDJ850 1
  • 5 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.8

out of 5

17 Oct•3 nights

£771
£677
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Holiday Home - Visnjan , Croatia - CLI019 1

Croatia

Visnjan

  • 12 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.3

out of 5

17 Oct•3 nights

£1,480
£1,390
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Holiday Home - Arezzo , Italy - ITA116 1

Italy

Arezzo

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

17 Oct•3 nights

£577
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Short breaks for groups

Holiday Home - Crotone , Italy - IKB052 1

Italy

Crotone

  • 30 Guests
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

17 Oct•3 nights

£2,605
£2,286
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Holiday Home - Malaga , Spain - EAS336 1

Spain

Malaga

  • 25 Guests
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

2.5

out of 5

17 Oct•3 nights

£3,006
£2,508
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Holiday Home - Velika Gorica , Croatia - CCZ261 1
  • 24 Guests
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • 12 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

17 Oct•3 nights

£3,585
£3,365
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Holiday Home - Split-Mravince , Croatia - CDE423 1
  • 24 Guests
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 15 Bathrooms
  • 5 Pets

5

out of 5

17 Oct•3 nights

£4,421
£4,150
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Holiday Home - ALCANAR , Spain - EDO692 11

Spain

ALCANAR

  • 23 Guests
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

18 Oct•3 nights

£3,579
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Holiday Home - Larciano , Italy - ITT332 1
  • 22 Guests
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.5

out of 5

17 Oct•3 nights

£2,624
£2,354
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Holiday Home - Giungano , Italy - IKC049 1
  • 20 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4

out of 5

17 Oct•3 nights

£1,813
£1,719
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Holiday Home - Torchiara , Italy - IKC568 1
  • 20 Guests
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.5

out of 5

19 Oct•3 nights

£2,143
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Holiday Home - Kamena Vourla , Greece - GST102 1
  • 20 Guests
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4

out of 5

17 Oct•3 nights

£1,727
£1,410
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A few days away, memories for a lifetime

Luxury isn’t always measured in days, but in how those days are spent. A James Villas short break gives you the freedom to slow down, even just for a while. Wake to bright mornings where time feels your own, linger over lunches that turn into toasts, or let evenings carry you through new flavours, stories, and laughter. Find your proof that even a few days away can make memories that last a lifetime.


Old city, Dubrovnik

Slow down, even when time is short

Where can I find James Villas short break holidays?

Our short break villas are scattered across Europe’s most enchanting settings from Portugal’s golden coastlines to France’s lively cities, from Tuscan hilltops to the tucked-away coves of Cyprus and Croatia. Each villa is chosen not only for its location, but for the way it transforms a few days into something extraordinary.

What makes a short break villa different from other holidays?

A James Villas short break is about slowing down, even when time is short. Step into bright, welcoming spaces, enjoy a terrace made for morning coffee or evening wine, and make the most of private pools or gardens that feel entirely your own. Unlike hotels, you’ll have a whole home to yourselves which means the freedom to savour lazy mornings, unplanned lunches, and evenings that stretch effortlessly into the night.

Camp de Mar, Majorca

Effortless luxury, decades of trust

Why choose a James Villas short escape?

For over 40 years, we’ve been curating holidays that feel effortless from start to finish. Every villa is handpicked for its charm, comfort, and distinctive character, so even a few days away feels indulgent. Whether it’s a romantic retreat, a spontaneous getaway, or simply time to recharge, a James Villas short break leaves you with memories far bigger than the calendar allows.

With decades of trust behind us, James Villas makes the journey simple and dependable. You choose the villa, and we provide the stay. The result is a holiday that feels effortless, yet deeply personal and truly unforgettable.