01 Nov 2013
Forget rummaging in the loft for the tinsel, squabbling over how long to cook the turkey and what to leave Santa once he’s shinned down the chimney, make this a Christmas to remember for all the right reasons and take a break with Owners Direct.
Whether it’s a mountain retreat in Morocco, snow and sleighs in Austria or a hop across the Big Pond to New York, with Owners Direct there is a festive season out there that’s a world away from reindeer jumpers and Auntie’s budget crackers.
Karen Mullins, Marketing Director for Owners Direct said, “Getting away from it all over the festive season can be just the tonic everyone needs to get 2014 off to a great start. Christmas is a magical time of year but there are no hard rules about where to celebrate it and just like the presents under the tree, our properties come in all shapes and sizes with a price tag to make everyone happy”.
She added, “From chic apartments in Greenwich Village, log cabins in the Alps, villas in the Canary Islands or cottages in Cornwall, at Owners Direct we have something that will fit the bill for a Christmas to remember.”
A few of the vast selection of properties currently available from 21 – 28 December 2013 include:
Christmas Chalet in Ramingstein, Salzburg, Austria
Set by the river and surrounded by alpines, this is a white Christmas waiting to happen. Perfect for families and friends wanting to celebrate together, the spacious two-bedroom property sleeps up to six, is beautifully furnished and equipped with everything guests need for a fun filled break in the snow. Whilst secluded, guests are just a short walk from the hamlet of Ramingstein, which will be full of festive cheer.
Details can be seen at ownersdirect.co.uk/austria/A301 and a week at Christmas costs £600.
Christmas sunshine in Portugal
Designed by a local architect renowned for creating stunning buildings and this modern, spacious villa is no exception. Situated in an elevated position, it is a short distance from the historic old town of Lagos, the marina and beautiful beaches. The open plan living areas are spacious and the property is furnished and equipped to a high standard. The villa is ideal for extended families wanting to spend Christmas together and the roof terrace is perfect for enjoying a few pre Christmas lunch drinks in the Portuguese sunshine.
Full details can be seen at ownersdirect.co.uk/portugal/P12021 and a week at Christmas costs £1360.
Cornish Delight
These pretty, stone cottages make the perfect Christmas destination for friends and family wanting to spend time together on the Cornish coast. Both properties have two bedrooms, are well furnished and guests have exclusive use of an indoor heated pool and hot tub. Whilst set in a quiet location the properties are handily placed for local shops, National Trust properties and many children's activities so there is plenty to do once the presents have been opened and the Christmas cake eaten.
Full details can be seen at ownersdirect.co.uk/england/E10369_2 and a week at Christmas costs £850.
New York, New York
This is a striking loft home in the uber-trendy Tribeca area of New York. Originally a spice factory, today it is an eclectic collection of vintage wood beams, exposed brick work, fine-cut stone and burnished steel all bought together by Scandinavian design principles. It has four bedrooms, three bathrooms and fabulous living spaces laid out across two floors with fantastic river views. With a welcome pack, iPhone access and a hot tub, this is the place to spend the festive season – where better to finish your Christmas shopping than in the Big Apple?
Full details can be seen at ownersdirect.co.uk/F2992 and prices start at £896 a night over the Christmas period.
Scottish Delight
Duchally Lodge is a three-bedroom, five star cottage set at the prestigious Duchally Country House Hotel, Auchterarder. Guests at this property can enjoy the hotel’s award wining restaurant, cafe and Scottish lounge bar as well as family entertainment by the roaring open fire. As well as brisk walks, there is also a gym, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and swimming pool for anyone wanting to burn off those mince pie calories.
Full details can be seen at ownersdirect.co.uk/SC241and Christmas week costs £1250.
Escape to the High Atlas Mountains – Morocco
For those who would rather escape Christmas altogether, this lodge in Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains ticks all the boxes. Perching on the mountainside, the lodge, which sleeps up to 24, can be booked by the room or exclusively for larger parties. The lodge’s peaceful Berber village location is about as far away from a traditional Christmas as you could get and is also a perfect base for walking in the mountains. Guided walking trips are bookable through the owner. Despite its peaceful location, this mountain retreat is only an hour’s drive away from bustling Marrakech.
Full details can be seen at: www.ownersdirect.co.uk/MR109 and prices start from £540 per night.
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Notes to Editors:
Owners Direct specialises in advertising privately owned holiday accommodation direct from the owner. We have advertised holiday properties since 1997 and on our web site you will find over 50,000 villas, apartments, chalets, farmhouses and cottages. From Fincas in Spain to traditional Riads in Morocco and beach villas in Koh Samui, Owners Direct offer all types of holiday accommodation in a diverse selection of countries throughout the world.
In August 2007 Owners Direct became part of HomeAway Inc. which owns some of the largest rentals websites in the US and Europe. We continue to operate as a separate brand from our offices in London.
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