Family friendly holiday ideas from HomeAway Holiday-Rentals

Self catering holiday accommodation in great family holiday destinations

Private holiday homes are ideal for families, providing space, private facilities and a safe environment for the children. Everyone has their own space, giving the kids room to breathe and parents room to relax. The flexible catering options also give you the ability to cater to your families preferences, with the option to either cook in your own kitchen or try out the local restaurants instead of being restricted by all-inclusive package deals. Many holiday homes are pet friendly too, so Fido or Fluffy can come too!

Whether your family likes a traditional beach holiday, rural retreat or action packed adventures, with over 250,000 self catering holiday homes in family friendly holiday spots around the world, we're sure to have the right property to suit your requirements. With holidays being a key time for re-establishing family bonds, private holiday homes are ideal for larger, extended family groups too. You can also double up with another family to cut the costs even further and help keep the kids entertained.

Great family holiday destinations

Top 5 family friendly holiday destinations

Family holidays in England

Easy to get to and around, England is a great destination for short family breaks. Whether you're looking for a traditional beach holiday, peaceful rural retreat or an action packed family activity holiday, England has something to suit every family.

Family holidays in France

The diverse landscape makes France suitable for all types of holiday, from family skiing holidays to beach holidays or family activity holidays in the mountains. With something for everyone, it's easy to see why France is the worlds most popular holiday destination.

Family holidays in Spain

Packed full of child friendly family resorts and fantastic beaches, villas in Spain is perfect for traditional beach holidays, With plenty of cheap flights and great value holiday accommodation, Spain is a firm favourite for cheap family holidays. 

Family holidays in the Canary Islands

All year round sunshine, plenty of entertainments and perfect sandy beaches make the Canary Islands a great option for traditional beach holidays, and the volcanic landscape is ideal for families looking for adventure activities too. 

If you're looking for a bargain, the low cost per head of self catering accommodation makes it a great option for cheap family holidays, particularly when combined with a cheap flight from a budget airline. And don't forget, a self catering holiday is great for a family Christmas break or a new year break with the kids too. Booking direct with the owner through HomeAway Holiday-Rentals allows you to avoid expensive agency fees and save even more, particularly at the last minute when many holiday home owners are happy to give discounts to fill late availability.

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