There’s nothing quite like the feeling of freedom you get on a bicycle, and if you couple that with a beautiful natural landscape you’ve got an utterly spellbinding natural experience right there. The fact you’re getting fit at the same time is just the extra-tasty icing on an already delicious cake.
1. Villa Drvo
Location: Istria, Croatia
Sleeps: 10
Price from: £31pppn | $36pppn
Best for Cycling: The owner of this villa absolutely loves cycling, and it’s no wonder when the countryside of Istria provides such amazing scenery and landscapes for a day out on a bike. The villa has recently been assessed as a 5* cycling villa, with the owner planning on becoming a professional cycle guide – taking guests out on cycle tours (either for free off-season or a small price in-season).
2. Waterside House
Location: Sussex, England
Sleeps: 18
Price from: £53pppn | $62pppn
Best for Cycling: Waterside House is on the banks of the stunning Bewl Water Lake. Here you can explore idyllic routes and enjoy a peaceful bike ride along the water. Bikes are provided too which is always a bonus!
3. Villa San Michele
Location: Puglia, Italy
Sleeps: 8
Price from: £56pppn | $67pppn
Best for Cycling: Prepare yourself for a true Apuglian experience! The owners of this masseria have thought through all the details, so once you’ve booked your stay, just get in contact with them to arrange some wine, olive oil and cycling tours. Locals always know best!
4. Villa Shambhala
Location: Dordogne, France
Sleeps: 8
Price from: £35pppn | $41pppn
Best for Cycling: Even if you go on holiday with toddlers, you can still escape for a few hours and enjoy the beauty of the region by bike, especially if you are a wine and food aficionado. The villa owners can arrange for a babysitter to look after your kids, so it’s time for you to head out and go for a wine and food adventure in the world-famous St-Emillion!
5. Castello Cavica
Location: Sicily, Italy
Sleeps: 16
Price from: £30pppn | $35pppn
Best for Cycling: You might need a GPS to find this amazing property (it’s a little off the beaten track) but once you’ve arrived there all you need to explore is a bicycle and a map! Make sure you visit the grottos, necropolis, and the underground castle. An archaeologist’s dream!
6. Les Gueybauds
Location: Dordogne, France
Sleeps: 8
Price from: £22pppn | $25pppn
Best for Cycling: Situated in the picturesque Dordogne this place is perfect for those who love cycling. A stone’s throw from the property, there is a mountain bike rental shop. You can take the bikes to the Voie Vert, which is a wonderful cycle route through the Dordogne. It runs 29km from the region’s medieval capital along the river. A perfect place to enjoy Dordogne’s stunning landscape and it is only a short drive away from the villa. Perfect!
7. Manoir Mer et Lacs
Location: Aquitaine, Italy
Sleeps: 18
Price from: £53pppn | $80pppn
Best for Cycling: Manoir Mer et Lacs is located close to Biarritz, and at just 7km from the outstanding Atlantic coast it’s a perfect base from which to explore south-west France, famous for its gorgeous golden sandy beaches that stretch for miles, its majestic lakes, forests, vineyards and world-famous golf courses. Discover the outdoors with one of the suggested cycling routes you can find here.
8. Meadow Manor
Location: Norfolk, UK
Sleeps: 14
Price from: £28pppn | $33pppn
Best for Cycling: Norfolk is a brilliant county for cycling, whether you’re after a relaxing Sunday pedal or something a bit longer. We searched for a few routes to inspire you, so just bike it!
9. Villa Impruneta
Location: Florence, Italy
Sleeps: 14
Price from: £59pppn | $69pppn
Best for Cycling: Close to Tuscany’s main attractions, Villa Impruneta is ideal for an action-packed holiday as you’ll have plenty of activities on offer. Located in the Florentine hills, you’ll spend your stay surrounded by vineyards and olive orchards – the perfect setting for a scenic bike ride!
10. Chateau Seiguier
Location: Loire Valley, Central France
Sleeps: 12
Price from: £32pppn | $37pppn
Best for Cycling: Chateau Seiguier is perfect for those who want to go on a cycling holiday. The chateau provides bikes and also has many scenic routes to cycle through. The property has its very own private park to roam around as well as many wonderful vineyards surrounding the area to explore too!
What do you think of our selection of French villas that are perfect for cycling holidays? Check out the full portfolio of villas in France on Oliver’s Travels, and contact our concierge team who will be happy to share knowledge of the area and advise any extras to make your cycling holiday one to remember!
Thanks for sharing this information that is quite helpful for cycling holidays. Keep it up.
Thaks for sharing the post with us, I am not a pro cyclist but it is my passion. I will surely try to cover the destinations you have mentioned here.
That’s awesome to hear Lucas, let us know how you get on. Thanks, Natalie