The best of Tenerife villas

Set beneath the mountains along the west coast in Callao Salvaje, villa Tiffany 16 offers a great stay for outdoor days with all the amenities you’ll need.

The lowdown… Book a six-person stay on a budget, where the restaurants, bars, shops and volcanic sandy beaches are just a short-walk away. Make your holiday even easier and hire a car. Head to the Mercadona supermarket to stock up on your essentials, then use the nearby local shops to top up.

Once you’ve unpacked, unwind on your sun loungers or relax in your own private swimming pool. Start your holiday the right way with an al fresco cook off on the built-in barbeque. Too tired to cook? Pop along to El Taller for a variety of tantalising tapas and order the zesty mojito.

Days out are easy from here. Choose to chill on a choice of nearby beaches, take a day out and drive to Aqualand water park for a splashing great time, or explore the local village of Playa San Juan. The black sand beach and tantalising seafood make Alcalá a nice excursion, too. When you’re ready, return to your villa for tranquillity and kick back.

In the know… Looking for a villa holiday with more than six of you? Add the neighbouring villa Tiffany 14 to your holiday for a group stay of up to 12 people – you’re welcome.

Searching for a villa stay to please every family member? Look no further than Villa Allegra to put a smile on everyone’s face.

The lowdown… Choose a beautiful eight-person villa in the resort area of Callao Salvaje. As soon as you arrive, you’ll want to explore the perks of your sophisticated accommodation. With its own bar, chill out zone, outdoor pool, al fresco dining area beneath a pretty pergola with sea views, traditional Spanish barbeque and ornate garden, you’ll find it tricky to pull yourself away.

Villa Allegra makes for a suitable stay for all ages, with its single-story build, ensuite bedrooms and family-friendly pool. The breakfast bar is perfect for entertaining any time of day, whether you’re rustling up mid-morning snacks or playing evening card games.

If you hire a car, be sure to venture out to see the cliffs of Los Gigantes and sunbathe on the beach with a picnic. Explorers should drive to Mount Teide National Park to spend the day discovering the dramatic scenery and majestic volcano.

In the know… Holidaying with youngsters or teens? They’ll be happy to hear there’s a PlayStation 3 and DVD player here, too.

Whizz the family away to the quieter area of Chayofa and stay in your own townhouse styled villa, within the dazzling Regency Country Club Resort overlooking Los Cristianos bay.

The lowdown… Pick a place perfect for your Tenerife family break. Make the most of a two-story apartment, situated in a resort with plenty on offer for both adults and children. Grown-ups can savour the glistening infinity pool (and Jacuzzi area) with mesmerising sea views, hide away in the serene spa, take a fitness class or venture to the nearby golf course. For the little ones, there’s a kid club, children’s pool, a children’s play area, table tennis and mini-golf. (The whole clan can ‘putt’ their best foot forward for this activity.)

Start your day right, with a buffet breakfast at the resort restaurant (included in your stay), served up between 8am – 11am. If you prefer to make breakfast in your villa, pick up ingredients from the minimarket in the resort. When you’re ready, make a splash in the pool together before sipping ice-cold drinks in the shade.

If you hire a car the centre of Los Cristianos is just a short drive away, where you can explore beautiful beaches, whirl on the waves with water sports and walk around the maze of boutiques and cafes just off the promenade.

In the know… If you don’t have a car, check out the minibus timetable; it cruises to the coast daily, so you can still make plans for family beach days.

Soak up the sea views on your Tenerife villa holiday with a stay at Playa da la Arena by the towering cliffs of Los Gigantes.

The lowdown… Set along the north west of the island, this spacious six-person villa offers an Asian inspired design, with unique imported furniture from Thailand. When you arrive, stroll outside to your own terrace with a private pool surrounded by flowers and greenery – and stop to take a breath as you gaze out to the distant ocean views.

When (or if) you decide to make tracks out of the villa, there are plenty of local eateries, bars, shops and black sand beaches just a short walk from your holiday home. Be sure to stroll along the beach promenade one evening. If you have a car, it’s easy to reach the beautiful landscape of Masca town within the mountains and drive on to Mount Teide.

Relish the choice to cook at home or use the portable barbeque outside. If you fancy dinner out, there are plenty of places to eat. Pop out to Cafe Jardin Flor Del Drago for delicious and creative dishes. Try the mouth-watering scallops followed by the flambé bananas with coconut ice-cream for dessert.

In the know… Kick back on a sun lounger and have fun with the villa’s great amenities: table tennis and a Nintendo Wii. Turn up the summer tunes on the iPod dock for that holiday feeling.

Set within the idyllic Royal Garden Villas and Spa resort, in the exotic surroundings of Adeje, savour a seriously romantic retreat in your opulent one-bedroom villa. It was perfectly created for two.

The lowdown… Discover your romantic love hub in Tenerife with the ultimate couples’ villa experience. Arrive to your own secluded utopia in a luxury resort and feel your senses catch fire. Step inside to dustings of silk and velvet fabrics, enjoy unique worldly furnishings and a grand bathroom decorated with creamy marble.

Start your days with the complimentary (and daily) Champagne buffet breakfast in the resort restaurant. Return to your villa and unwind on your exclusive terrace, beneath your two-person canopy cabana and take a dip in your own sparkling pool. Your toughest decision will be whether you pamper yourself in the Golden Pond Spa first or play a spot of golf at the Costa Adeie golf course and club house just a stone’s throw away. Then you’ll have to choose between relaxing under the spa waterfall or taking a Couple Harmony massage.

Ready to explore together? Order a taxi or drive your hire car down to the nearby coastal village of La Caleta. Relax hand-in-hand on a balmy beach and stop for a spot of lunch at the swanky Rosso Sul de Mare Restaurant and Wine Bar for captivating views and a selection of fresh seafood.

In the know… Make the most of your time, just the two of you. For lazy days in your lavish villa, order room service for lunch or dinner. Go one luxurious step further and request a personal chef to prepare a gourmet dining experience for two, served up in your private enclave.