With 39% of consumers recognizing outdoor time as essential for mental well-being (Mindbody Wellness Index) and research consistently highlighting the positive effects of blue spaces, travelers are increasingly drawn to waterfront escapes to recharge. As travelers plan water-centric trips in 2025 to escape the stresses of everyday life, we thought you might be interested in a story about the most luxurious villas with waterfront views to rent right now, chosen for their stunning locations, exceptional design, and top-tier hospitality.
From Italy to Indonesia, below are four villas set in some of the most spectacular water-centric destinations:
LAKE COMO
Villa Como Views, Lake Como, Italy
Perched high above Lake Como, Villa Como Views offers breathtaking, uninterrupted lakefront vistas from its secluded mountainside setting, bookable with luxury rental brand, onefinestay. This Liberty-style villa is set within 4.5 acres of alpine gardens and features a wrap-around terrace, a heated infinity pool and jacuzzi, and multiple outdoor dining areas. Inside, elegant Art Nouveau architecture meets spacious living areas, an entertainment loft with a rooftop bar, and a cliffside yoga and wellness room. Guests enjoy exclusive access to a luxury boat, nearby hiking trails, and a cable car ride to Argegno, making it a perfect retreat for families and groups.
AEGEAN SEA VIEWS FROM THE CLIFFSIDES OF SANTORINI
Santo Mine, Santorini, Greece
Santo Mine, recently opened as part of Santo Collection’s portfolio of boutique eco-conscious hotels, offers an extraordinary blend of luxury and natural beauty on the iconic island of Santorini. The property boasts 37 suites, each a spacious, serene haven, with breathtaking panoramic views of the Aegean Sea and the famous Caldera – the perfect spot to view Santorini’s famous sunsets sans crowds. The suites are meticulously designed to blend traditional Greek architecture with contemporary comforts, offering the ultimate in relaxation and privacy. With personalized concierge service, guests are treated to exclusive experiences, including tailored excursions, private dining, and wellness offerings. Santo Mine offers a one-of-a-kind, elevated escape, combining the island’s natural beauty with exceptional service and indulgence.
THE GLAMOROUS TURKISH RIVERA
Presidential Hill Villa, Maxx Royal Bodrum, Mugla, Türkiye
The Presidential Hill Villa at Maxx Royal Bodrum is the pinnacle of waterfront luxury, offering an exclusive escape on Turkey’s stunning southwestern coast. This opulent retreat boasts a private outdoor seawater pool, seamlessly blending with the Aegean horizon, along with an expansive terrace, private spa with a sauna and steam room, and state-of-the-art fitness center, ensuring unparalleled relaxation. Personalized butler service, the Maxx Assistant, and complimentary in-room breakfast elevate the experience, while VIP yacht excursions and helicopter transfers add an extra touch of exclusivity. Every detail of the Presidential Hill Villa is crafted to provide an indulgent, secluded sanctuary, redefining ultra-luxury on the Aegean waterfront.
THE BEACHES OF LOMBOK
Luxury Villa Ocean View with Private Pool, The Oberoi Beach Resort, Lombok
The Oberoi Beach Resort, Lombok, a 5-star retreat on Medana Beach’s white sands, offers a serene alternative to Bali with fewer crowds and unspoiled nature, including vibrant coral reefs and underwater gardens. The Luxury Villa Ocean View with Private Pool blends traditional thatched design with modern comforts, featuring a private courtyard with a lily pond and pool, a marble sunken bath, and an al fresco dining pavilion with ocean views. Guests can immerse themselves in experiences such as reef restoration with a local guide, wood carving lessons from an in-house artist who will share the artistic tradition passed down through generations of the island’s indigenous Sasak people, and participating in the religious Balinese Hindus ritual of preparing an offering to the gods (a tradition can only be witnessed on the islands of Bali and Lombok).
