Of all the types of swimming pool, the infinity pool stands out for its visual effect: the water seems to carry on towards the sea, the mountains or the surrounding vegetation. Here are ten villas in Corsica, Bali, Thailand, the Cyclades, Portugal and Mauritius, where the pool becomes part of the landscape.
Casa Riposu stands above Calcatoggio, where the sea and Corsica’s mountains frame the Gulf of Sagone. The stone and wood house has four bedrooms on a single level and large picture windows opening onto the landscape.
Its heated infinity pool stretches out towards the sea, extending from a spacious panoramic terrace. A summer kitchen, a plancha and a pétanque court complete the outdoor space. The beach is a ten-minute walk away, so it is easy to alternate between swimming in the sea and days at the villa. It is a setting that sets Casa Riposu apart among our villas in Corsica.
Puig Manya overlooks the bay and the rooftops of Ibiza, while remaining a few minutes’ drive from the centre and the beaches of Talamanca. The property spreads over several levels, with large openings facing the town and the Mediterranean.
The living room and kitchen open directly onto a panoramic terrace with a 15-metre private pool. Sun loungers make the most of the view, and an indoor jacuzzi completes the facilities. Among our villas in Ibiza, Puig Manya makes it easy to alternate between days at home, outings in town and time exploring the beaches.
Above Elia, Villa Salma draws on Cycladic architecture, with white façades, contemporary lines and spaces open to the Aegean Sea. The property comprises a main house and two independent studios, a layout suited to families or groups of friends who want to keep their privacy.
Outside, the infinity pool takes centre stage, facing the sea. Several pergolas shelter the dining and lounge areas, complemented by a bar and a barbecue. The whole property is designed around time outdoors and open views of the horizon.
In Hyères, Villa Kailani combines contemporary architecture with open views of the Mediterranean. This four-bedroom house has large, light-filled rooms and several terraces arranged around a landscaped garden.
Its heated 12 by 5-metre pool faces the sea, with a pool house and a summer kitchen. The villa also stands out for its sport and wellness facilities: a sauna, a gym, a pétanque court and access to the estate’s tennis courts. The beaches of L’Almanarre and the port of Hyères are around ten minutes away by car.
Close to Carvalhal beach, Villa Reanne is distinguished by its layout of three independent houses. Each building has its own living spaces, an arrangement suited to several families who want to share their holiday while keeping to their own rhythm.
At the centre of the property, a 12 by 4-metre private pool is surrounded by terraces and tall pine trees. The timber façades and the vegetation create a continuity with the landscapes of Comporta. Carvalhal beach, with its restaurants and beach clubs, remains close by, which makes it easy to split days between the ocean and the villa.
A few kilometres from Essaouira, Villa Sandera sits on a hillside planted with olive trees. This contemporary four-bedroom house combines large glazed surfaces, tadelakt walls and details inspired by Moroccan architecture.
The 10-metre heated pool lies in the middle of the garden, facing the surrounding countryside. Its orientation makes the most of the light at the end of the day, and an outdoor kitchen next to the pool makes alfresco meals easy. The villa is nevertheless only around ten minutes from Essaouira, so the medina and the coast are quickly reached.
On the south-west coast of Mauritius, Villa Athénaïs enjoys a panorama of ocean and mountains. Its stone walls inspired by Creole architecture, tropical décor and four bedrooms give the house a warm character, open to the outdoors.
The 10 by 4-metre infinity pool extends the terrace towards this twofold landscape. On one side, the eye is drawn to the sea; on the other, the mountains of Black River frame the horizon. The garden, the outdoor dining areas and the housekeeping service complete this property in our selection of villas in Mauritius .
Among our properties on the Costa Brava, Villa Belatta has direct access to Sa Riera beach. Built above the bay, this seven-bedroom house has a sweeping view over the sand, the rocks and the Mediterranean.
Its infinity pool extends from a large landscaped terrace, with a lounge area and a table for dining. A few steps lead straight down to the beach. Guests also have paddleboards, a floodlit padel court and a gym. The villa thus combines a panoramic pool, immediate access to the sea and sports facilities.
With its six sea-facing bedrooms, Villa Blue Ocean enjoys a remarkable setting overlooking Phang Nga Bay. The rock formations rising from the water make up the panorama, from the living areas and the terraces alike.
The 26-metre infinity pool is one of the house’s main assets. Set facing the islets, it offers a wide-open perspective over the bay. The villa also has access to a private beach, a spa, a gym and a cinema room. Several terraces, a bar and dining areas complete the facilities.
Near Ubud, Villa Alamanda is set within dense tropical vegetation. Built above a wooded gorge, it is organised around a large open living room, with high ceilings and teak furniture inspired by traditional Balinese houses.
A few steps lead to a 13 by 9-metre infinity pool facing the jungle. Here, the infinity effect extends not the sea but the forest, which gives the pool a very different identity from the other villas in this selection. A thatched-roof balé provides a shaded space beside the water, while house staff, including a chef, support the stay.
Villanovo offers luxury villas with infinity pools in Corsica, on the French Riviera, in Ibiza and on the Costa Brava, as well as in Bali, Thailand and Mauritius. Some properties open directly onto the sea, others onto the mountains, the countryside or tropical vegetation.
The Villanovo concierge can organise a private chef, in-villa wellness treatments, a boat trip, visits, transfers or restaurant reservations. A personalised Travel Book also gathers the practical information and recommendations useful for the stay.
