This summer, an astounding number of families are hitting the road (and the skies) together more than ever.
Reports have found multigenerational travel is one of the defining trends for summer 2025, and the demand for private villas is soaring, as they offer the ideal mix of comfort, exclusivity, and shared experiences. These standout villas from Hawai‘i and Napa Valley are setting a new bar for family escapes and are the launching pads for unforgettable summer memories across generations.
Here are three exceptional private villas that cater to every generation, blending world-class amenities, curated local experiences, and all the comforts of home.
Fairways South 18 | Mauna Kea Residences, Hawai‘i
Tucked into the iconic Mauna Kea Resort on the Big Island, Fairways South 18 is a 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom private estate with sweeping views of the Pacific and neighboring Maui. The home, owned by the Napa Valley wine icon, Michael Mondavi’s family, is designed for family time with spacious lanais, a private pool and spa, lush tropical landscaping, and sunset dining from your own outdoor kitchen. Stocked with water toys, folding chairs, a cooler and utility wagon, the residence is primed with everything needed for a family-fun beach day. This villa offers privacy and independence with all the perks of a luxury resort, ideal for families who want the best of both worlds. Guests get full access to Mauna Kea Resort’s world-renowned white-sand beaches, golf courses, and oceanside tennis club.
Hapuna Estate 8 | Mauna Kea Residences, Hawai‘i
This newly built 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom villa sits along the 8th hole of the Hapuna Golf Course, offering over 4,300 square feet of seamless indoor-outdoor living. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to sweeping ocean views, a private infinity pool, and a large, covered lanai ideal for gatherings in the tropical breeze. For families looking to slow down and savor paradise together, this villa offers the ultimate blend of elegance, relaxation, and convenience. Guests also receive access to Mauna Kea Resort amenities including dining, spa services, cultural experiences, and family friendly activities such as snorkeling, lei making at Keiki Club, and stand-up paddleboarding.
Two-Bedroom Terrace Villa | The Villas at Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection, Napa Valley
Set among the vineyards of Napa’s Carneros region, this Auberge-branded villa offers a contemporary wine country retreat just 50 minutes from San Francisco. The two-bedroom residence blends rustic charm with high-end finishes, ideal for smaller families or grandparents traveling with grandchildren. The open-concept layout is complete with a private outdoor space, soaking tub, fire pit and vineyard views. Perfect for families seeking a luxurious yet laid-back California summer, Stanly Ranch offers a refined basecamp for wine tasting, bike rides, and shared moments in nature, with access to resort amenities including a spa, pools, fitness programming, and curated family-friendly activities such as falconry demonstrations, Little Ranchers Camp, chicken feedings, and more. The Villas at Stanly Ranch are also available for ownership.
