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Including a dreamy chalet in the mountain...

Europe has more than its fair share of beautiful properties when it comes to rental holidays. Need some inspiration? Travel rental community, Vrbo, has revealed the top 10 holiday homes for summer 2022 — and they include an off-grid chalet in the mountains.

'We know every family – or whoever you call family - has its own needs and preferences, so in addition to meeting high-quality standards, this list of holiday homes also includes a variety of property types in popular European destinations,' says Karen Mullins from Vrbo. 'Whether you prefer a beachfront house, a chalet in the mountain, a country mansion or a cottage, you can have an amazing stay at any of our European Holiday Homes of the Year.'

Need some holiday inspiration? Take a look at the top 10 below...

Dreaming of lazy days by the pool? Add this luxurious modern villa in Brittany, France, to your holiday wish list. Offering panoramic views, our favourite features include a heated swimming pool, an enclosed garden, and a whirlpool bath facing the horizon.

This villa is available to rent via Vrbo for £346.

Situated in the heart of the Chianti Classico Region, this five-bedroom private residence has five-star furnishings, well-kept flower gardens, a saltwater pool, and plenty of room for alfresco dining. If you do end up booking this holiday home, it also comes with its own chapel which can be used for dinners under the starry sky.

This villa is available to rent via Vrbo for £1,120 per night.

Over in Majorca, this Balinese-style villa will take your breath away. Situated on its own plot of land by the cliffs, it has everything you need (and more) for a peaceful week in the Spanish sunshine. The garden — featuring holm oaks, olive trees, bamboo and palm trees — is particularly special, as is the sparkling swimming pool.

This villa is available to rent via Vrbo for £467 per night.

Soak up the summer sun at this sprawling villa in Portugal's southernmost region. Blessed with glorious sandy beaches and picturesque fishing towns, this golden villa is the perfect retreat after exploring the local town.

The team at Vrbo say: 'With a large private swimming pool, beautiful garden and impressive traditional Algarvian barbecue, this fantastic villa is ideal for couples or families looking to holiday in one of the most sought-after areas of the Algarve.'

This villa is available to book via Vrbo for £463 per night.

Villa Orlaya, described by owners as 'heaven on earth', is a short leisurely stroll from the well-kept beach. When you've finished exploring the sandy shores, head back to the villa to make the most of its stunning swimming pool, three bedrooms, private patio area and beautiful BBQ area.

This villa is available to rent via Vrbo for £202 per night.

Comprising 11 dry stone huts with a large garden and private swimming pool, this charming set of villas has everything you need for a sun-soaked break in Italy. From the covered terrace area to the wood-burning oven, it's the kind of place you won't ever want to leave.

This villa is available to rent via Vrbo for £348 per night.

Looking to get away from it all for a couple of days? This rustic timber house, situated in the middle of a forest in north west Germany, has been recently renovated. Just 30 kilometres from Osnabrück, features include a wood-fired barrel sauna, outdoor heated bathtub and stylish Scandi furniture. There's also an in-house library for afternoon reading.

This farmhouse is available to rent via Vrbo for £165 per night.

We can't get enough of this dreamy villa, which is situated in the quaint little island town of Trogir.

'This seafront home comes with a heated swimming pool, a hot tub and Instagram-worthy outdoor Balinese beds and a hanging egg chair,' say Vrbo. 'Indoors, you will find mod cons throughout, including a fully furnished kitchen and air con.'

This villa is available to rent via Vrbo for £397 per night.

There's nothing quite like firing up an old wood-burning stove in a gorgeous chalet. If you're dreaming of going off-grid for a while, check into this gorgeous home in the heart of an alpine valley. Close to the ski resorts of La Clusaz and Le Grand Bornand, it's the perfect place for hikes, mountain bike rides, trout fishing in the river, and mini-golfing. Tempted?

This chalet is available to rent via Vrbo for £388 per night.

Rounding off the top 10 is this eye-catching holiday home in Norfolk. Thursford Castle, the result of a magnificent restoration project of a Gothic chapel, once featured on Grand Designs. If you're looking for a countryside retreat packed with character, then this is the home to book.

This property is available to rent via Vrbo for £765 per night.

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