If your idea of a holiday involves sunrise swims, scenic workouts, and well-earned sauna sessions, you’re in the right place. Our finest villas for fitness getaways combine luxury living with exceptional wellness facilities, from private gyms and tennis courts to infinity pools, steam rooms, and spa-quality saunas. Whether you’re training for a marathon, perfecting your backhand, or simply recharging mind, body and soul, these handpicked retreats are designed to keep you active and inspired. Discover the villas that let you stay on track without sacrificing style, comfort, or that all-important holiday indulgence.
UK
1. Carmel House, Cotswolds
Sleeps: 14
Prices from: £226pppn
Carmel House is a luxurious retreat in the Cotswolds, designed for guests who value both wellness and indulgence. Highlights include a private gym, heated outdoor pool, massage room, sauna, and ice bath, while evenings can be spent enjoying the cinema room or cocktails at the hidden bar. Elegant interiors and seven boutique-style bedrooms guarantee comfort throughout your stay.
With space for up to 14 guests, this home is ideal for active families or groups of friends seeking a balance of fitness and relaxation. Set in the heart of Chipping Norton, it blends countryside charm with hotel-grade amenities, offering the perfect setting for a rejuvenating escape.
France
2. Mas Des Reflets, Provence
Sleeps: 8
Prices from: £298pppn
If you’re after exceptional interior design, understated luxury, and a breathtaking setting for your fitness getaway, look no further than Mas Des Reflets in Provence. Playing host to a heated salt-water infinity pool, fully-equipped gym, extensive gardens, boules pitch and volleyball courts, this Provencal beauty is well-versed in wellness. The crown jewel of this spectacular villa is undoubtedly the unique massage room and sauna, built into the surrounding rock. Add relaxing spa treatments and personal fitness coaching to your itinerary, as well as hiking and cycling.
Occupying a commanding position atop the valley and overlooking the sweeping landscapes of Les Alpilles, the idyllic villages of Maussane-les-Alpilles and Les Baux-de-Provence are within easy reach.
Spain
3. Can Bosc, Ibiza
Sleeps: 12
Prices from: £285pppn
This island’s party reputation precedes it, with Ibiza long known as a hedonist hotspot. But with great fun comes a greater need for recovery, and a health-conscious side to this Balearic beauty has been firmly established over the last decade.
Can Bosc offers a serene oasis for up to 12 guests, and features a whole host of wellness pursuits that will wow fitness enthusiasts. Find your zen on the yoga and meditation deck, sweat it out in the fitness centre or sauna, and feel any stress melt away at the thermal spa. This elegantly-designed villa also boasts a private pool, tennis court, and two alfresco dining areas.
Enjoy healthy Mediterranean meals (cooked by your private chef) and yoga classes by day, before taking to Ibiza’s colourful streets and dancing the night away, a workout in its own right.
Croatia
4. Sunny House, Hvar, Dalmatian Islands
Sleeps: 10
Prices from: £150pppn
Wonderfully spacious and tastefully designed, Sunny House is a haven for fitness lovers. Outside, you’ll find a private swimming pool, expansive garden, and tennis court. Family tennis tournament, anyone? Venture inside this chic home and you’ll be greeted by a fully-equipped fitness centre, sauna and inviting Jacuzzi. Situated just a stone’s throw from some of Hvar’s best beaches, your fitness getaway can include swimming in crystal-clear waters, as well as kayaking and paddleboarding. The nearby hiking trails also boast breathtaking views, while in-villa massages can be arranged for a relaxing end to active days.
5. Villa Cos, Imotski, Dalmatian Coast
Sleeps: 16
Prices from: £94pppn
Villa Cos is a wellness haven in the hills above Makarska, ideal for fitness-focused retreats. Designed for up to 20 guests, it boasts a gym, sauna, and heated indoor pool for year-round exercise, plus a rooftop hot tub for post-workout recovery.
The multi-purpose outdoor court supports tennis, basketball, and football, while a games area and playground deliver fun for all ages. The expansive grounds include alfresco dining, lounging zones, and a summer kitchen, making it perfect for group gatherings. With air-conditioning, smart tech, and spa-style amenities, Villa Cos is where luxury meets active living.
Italy
6. Casa La Gioia, Puglia
Sleeps: 23-26
Prices from: £88pppn
Pretty in pink, sitting in central Puglia, Casa La Gioia encourages you to embrace a slower pace of life and enjoy the lush, sprawling nature that surrounds the villa (all five hectares of it). Some of the bedrooms even boast their own private Jacuzzi on the balcony (so make sure you get first pick of the rooms), while the villa’s ‘Master Spa’ offers a serene space to unwind.
A dedicated yoga centre caters to both beginners and seasoned yogis, and classes can be arranged for all abilities. If team sports are more your thing, the five-a-side football pitch, volleyball court, and large swimming pool can foster some friendly competition. Fuel your fitness getaway with some authentic Italian fare cooked by your private chef; or try your hand at making your own with a personal cooking class.
7. Villa Dionysus II, Sicily
Sleeps: 10
Prices from: £529pppn
This breathtaking fitness and wellness retreat perched above Sicily’s iconic coastline in Taormina comprises panoramic sea views from every room, a 16-metre infinity pool, and direct access to it’s own private bay, delivering an unrivalled setting for rejuvenation.
Begin your day with a cappuccino on the veranda, then indulge in energising swims, beach strolls, or sessions in the villa’s private gym. After sunset, unwind at the poolside bar or in the villa’s serene gardens. Seamlessly blending Mediterranean charm with modern luxury, Villa Dionysius II offers an irresistibly tranquil escape for mind, body, and soul.
The foothills of Mount Etna are a short drive away, and the hillsides near the house beckon with fabulous and scenic hiking trails.
Greece
8. Villa Ammos, South Corfu
Sleeps: 6
Prices from: £99pppn
This sleek beachfront retreat in Corfu is perfect for a couple of fitness enthusiasts seeking activity and relaxation in equal measure. The villa itself blends Aegean tones with contemporary Ionion features, including a private swimming pool, Jacuzzi, luxury Hamman, and seafront deck for alfresco dining.
While the villa is fully private, guests have access to all the shared amenities of the exclusive estate it belongs to. These include a fully-equipped outdoor gym, in-villa massages, yoga sessions, personal trainers, chef-prepared dining, and boat trips to the nearby islands of Paxos and Antipaxos. Fitness getaways don’t get much better than this!
9. Villa Euclid, Zakynthos
Sleeps: 6-8
Prices from: £40pppn
Villa Euclid is a dream escape for fitness lovers and active travellers seeking luxury and movement in the heart of Zakynthos. Set within a sprawling private estate of vineyards, olive groves, and orchards, guests can cycle or jog the dedicated 800m trail, borrow bikes, or challenge friends on the professional tennis court (shared with Villa Aristotle).
The private 14m infinity pool with hydromassage offers recovery and relaxation with a view. Yoga, sunrise walks, stargazing, and outdoor workouts all find a perfect setting here. For a dynamic, wellness-rich holiday surrounded by nature and style, Villa Euclid delivers in every way.
10. Villa Elena, Peleponnese
Sleeps: 15-25
Prices from: £83pppn
Rounding off our list of villas that are perfect for fitness getaways is Villa Elena, an ideal home for active holidayers on the Gulf of Corinth, offering a dynamic mix of sport, relaxation, and luxury.
The full-sized tennis court with night lighting and a basketball corner invite friendly competition, while the 14-metre pool provides a refreshing post-match dip. Guests can unwind in the sauna or hot tub, or book in-villa massages for complete rejuvenation. Just a short walk from scenic beaches and minutes from Loutraki’s thermal springs, Villa Elena is perfectly placed for both adventure and wellness.
With space for group training, al fresco dining, and tranquil gardens, this villa was practically built for energising escapes.
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