June 2023…// When traveling as part of a large group, en-famille or simply in search of the ultimate privacy and seclusion, there are some occasions when only a private villa will do. On hand to make summer planning a breeze, Charlotte Rous Communications is delighted to share its pick of the most exclusive residences from across its client portfolio.
With options ranging from a floating Maldivian paradise accessible only by boat, sprawling Mediterranean mansions ideal for multi-generation getaways, a decadent Dubai pad fusing the very best of wellness and design to a Botswanan private island suite, every jetsetter can experience a slice of private perfection this season.
Botswana: Great Plains’ Sitatunga Private Island Suite (Sleeps 4) *Opens July 2023*
Great Plains, the iconic eco-tourism company, has announced the forthcoming launch of Sitatunga Private Island Suite, part of Botswana’s latest Okavango Delta water-based Réserve-Collection Safari Camp.
Set to open on 15th July, the two-bedroom Sitatunga Private Island Suite will open within the new Sitatunga Private Island Camp. Built on a raised, wrap-around railway sleeper private deck, the Suite can accommodate up to four adults (or two adults and up to three children).
Sitatunga Private Island Camp will provide guests with the most authentic Robinson Crusoe experience and a refuge for the soul in the Okavango Delta.
Great Plains co-founders and National Geographic explorer-filmmakers Dereck and Beverly Joubert have been pivotal in the interior design process, imbibing a sense of place and authenticity into the camp, with the giant bamboo fisherman basket structures of the suites paying homage to the Bayei people who historically occupied the area.
Sitatunga camp will become a new destination of luxury for slow safari guests, with the opportunity to explore the Okavango Delta’s permanent channels by mekoro (canoe), stretch their legs on guided morning walks, take part in fishing or photographic safaris and so much more.
For more information on Sitatunga Private Island suite or to book, visit https://greatplainsconservation.com/safari/sitatunga-private-island-suite/
Dubai, UAE: Bergman Design House’s Barefoot Luxury Villa (Sleeps 12)
Bergman Design House, the luxury design studio co-founded by dynamic husband-and-wife duo Albin Berglund and Marie Soliman, is thrilled to unveil its newest project, the Thoughtful Barefoot Luxury Villa in Dubai’s luxurious Tilal Al Ghaf residential community.
The 6-bedroom, 6-bathroom mega mansion with two powder rooms provides over 352m2 of exquisite indoor-outdoor living space and sits on Lanai Island’s glittering, sand-lined lagoon. Designed with the wellness-conscious aesthete in mind, it is now available to purchase for 48,000,000 AED (approximately £10.5 million sterling), directly through MAF Al Futtaim.
Tilal Al Ghaf Dubai is the new barefoot luxury vision for the Dubai flagship multi-functional community of Majid Al Futtaim. It is conceived as an integrated life experience based on sustainable design, art and the science of organizing a place, to create a cultural and soulful community for family living.
For more information on Bergman Design House, visit www.bergmandesignhouse.com
For more information on Tilal Al Ghaf Dubai, visit https://sales-office.ae/ax/lanai-islands/
Maldives: The Private Reserve at Gili Lankanfushi (Sleeps 12)
Gili Lankanfushi Maldives the pioneer of sustainable, barefoot luxury in the Maldives, has unveiled its most luxurious and secluded residence, The Private Reserve. Featuring four bedrooms, an open-air cinema, gym, spa, 21m infinity pool and a waterslide straight into the lagoon, it is the largest standalone overwater villa in the world.
Set across more than 1,700 sqm, the sprawling Private Reserve perches atop a turquoise lagoon 500 meters from the island and 300 meters from the nearest residence, ensuring utmost privacy and serenity.
The castaway experience begins as soon as guests step foot on the eco-chic island when they are whisked away to their very own paradise by luxury yacht. A private boat remains at guests’ disposal throughout their time at the Reserve, though with a 24-hour “Mr/Mrs Friday” private butler service and all the amenities one could dream of, most residents never find the need to leave.
Nightly rates at The Private Reserve at Gili Lankanfushi start from $8,300 per villa per night for up to 8 guests including breakfast and return luxury boat transfer. For more information or to book please visit www.gili-lankanfushi.com.
Mallorca, Spain: Purple Summer’s Villa Can Totxa (Sleeps 8) *New for 2023*
Surrounded by extensive grounds and hillside cloaked in evergreen oak trees, Purple Summer’s Villa Can Totxa – new for the 2023 season – occupies a privileged spot between the characterful cobbled old town of Pollença and the elegant marina of Port de Pollença.
Flanked by the rugged Tramuntana mountain range and the dramatic Mallorcan coastline, the villa’s classic farmhouse exterior belies its modern design inside, characterized by spacious open plan layouts, neutral décor and quirky artworks. Ideal for a multi-generation family escape, each of the four generously proportioned bedrooms has its own bathroom and lovely views of the gardens and surrounding countryside.
The villa itself is a charming traditional finca, built with local stone and bedecked with wooden shutters. Wandering the mature gardens with the sound of palm trees rustling in the breeze, it is hard to believe that bustling markets and beautiful beaches are less than 10 minutes’ drive away.
Activities include boat/yacht trips, guided e-bike tours, hot air balloon rides, wine tasting, cookery courses and walking tours of the Tramuntana mountains.
A seven-night stay at Purple Summer’s Villa Can Totxa, Mallorca starts from €18,400 on a catered basis. For more information and to book, visit https://purplesummer.com/villas/villas-in-mallorca/can-totxa/
St Tropez, France: Purple Summer’s Villa La Tourelle (Sleeps 8)
Tucked away in a quiet corner of central St Tropez – a few minutes’ walk from the markets and its sophisticated bars and restaurants and a short drive from breath-taking beaches – this 14th-century former vicarage is full of character and charm. Resting in a walled garden, overlooked by the villa’s signature tower and filled with fountains, palm trees, cacti and flowers, guests will be transported to a peaceful haven.
Renovated by the illustrious Tropezian architect François Viellecroze, the villa has four en-suite bedrooms, two of which have direct access to the garden. Featuring a sound system throughout, Villa La Tourelle has beautiful artworks and quirky design features including a winding staircase and wall of water, which forms a backdrop to the dining room. There is also an al fresco dining area, mirror-edge swimming pool and pool house with bar, wine cellar, office area and multiple outdoor terraces for lounging.
A seven-night stay at Villa La Tourelle, St Tropez starts from €23,680 based on 8 people sharing on the flexible service option. For more information and to book please visit https://purplesummer.com/villas/villas-in-the-south-of-france/tourelle/
