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Private pool villas

Your own pool. No loungers to fight for.

Villa rentals with a private pool you never have to share — the single most-requested amenity in vacation rentals. From plunge pools in Santorini caves to 20-metre lap pools in Bali, all bookable through VRBO + Expedia. Best-fit destinations: Bali, Phuket, the Greek islands, Marrakech, and the Balearics.

Where these shine

Top destinations for private pool villas

Indonesia

Private pool villa rentals in Bali

Rice terraces, surf at sunrise, temples that smell of frangipani.

Thailand

Private pool villa rentals in Phuket

Long-tail boat days, viewpoint sunsets, beachfront kitchens that never close.

Greece

Private pool villa rentals in Santorini

Caldera walks, sunset cruises, white villages above the wine-dark sea.

Greece

Private pool villa rentals in Mykonos

Whitewashed lanes, windmill sunsets, beach clubs that go until dawn.

Morocco

Private pool villa rentals in Marrakech

Souk mornings, riad afternoons, drum circles on the square at dusk.

Spain

Private pool villa rentals in Ibiza

Beach-club mornings, fortified old town evenings, hippie-market afternoons in the north.

Spain

Private pool villa rentals in Mallorca

Tramuntana mountain villages, hidden cove beaches, Palma cathedral above the harbour.

Mexico

Private pool villa rentals in Tulum

Jungle ruins, cenote afternoons, beachfront kitchens at dusk.

Thailand

Private pool villa rentals in Koh Samui

Palm-fringed beaches, jungle waterfalls, and beach villas — the Gulf of Thailand's resort island.

India

Private pool villa rentals in Goa

Beach shacks, Portuguese churches, scooter days between the north and south coves.

Malaysia

Private pool villa rentals in Langkawi

Duty-free island of 99 isles — sky bridges over rainforest, mangrove boat trips, sunset beach bars.

Greece

Private pool villa rentals in Crete

Minoan ruins, mountain villages, gorge hikes, taverna nights on the sea.

Frequently asked

Common questions

Is the pool heated?

Not always — heating is common in cooler-climate or shoulder-season villas but rare in tropical destinations where it isn't needed. Listings note "heated pool" when applicable.

Are private-pool villas safe for young kids?

Ask about fencing or a pool alarm before booking — many villas have unfenced pools. The best family listings mention child-safety features explicitly.

Do I pay extra for the pool?

No — a private pool is part of the villa. Pool heating, where offered, is sometimes a separate daily charge.

How private is "private"?

A private-pool villa means the pool is yours alone, not shared with other guests. Read the listing for whether it's overlooked by neighbours.

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Every accommodation type on gotript

Villas

Private pool. Full staff optional. Just you.

Cabins

Wood-stove nights, star-filled skies, no signal.

Cottages

Small, cozy, thatched-roof or lake-facing.

Beach houses

Sand outside the door. Sunset from the deck.

Ski lodges

Ski-in, ski-out, fireplace roaring.

Lake houses

Dock outside. Pontoon included. Sunset on the water.

Beach villas

Wake up to the water. Private sand optional.

Luxury villas

Full staff, infinity pool, zero compromises.

Mansions

Room for the whole crew, and then some.

Chalets

Ski-in mornings, hot tub après, fire crackling.

Glamping

Nature without the sleeping bag.

Farmhouses

Slow mornings, long tables, open country.

Penthouses

Top floor, skyline views, private terrace.

Pet-friendly villas

Bring the dog. Everyone's invited.

Family villas

Fenced pool, bunk room, space for everyone.

Condos

Resort amenities, apartment prices, beach out front.