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The Holiday Property Bond has over 1,500 superb villas, cottages and apartments in 32 locations, all surrounded by of beautiful landscapes, bustling towns and a wide variety of leisure opportunities.

Part of the joy of going on holiday is stepping outside the accommodation and discovering new places and cultures. Whether it’s towns and villages seeped in history and tradition, beautiful sandy beaches or awe-inspiring natural landscapes, there is no shortage of delights awaiting our guests within easy reach of HPB sites.

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A second slice of Devon heaven

Our latest site, Northway Court was officially opened on May 3rd 2024 by Sue Barker CBE

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5 Top beaches of Lanzarote for 2023

If it's a beach day you're after, you're in luck! Here are our top 5.

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Silves: A historical town with modern charm

For those wishing to get out and about, with an appreciation for history and beautiful scenery, Silves is a must-see.

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Discover the underground world of Lanzarote

Lanzarote has some spectacular landscapes, from sandy beaches to dramatic black mountains. However, did you know that some of the most awe-inspiring sights can be found beneath the surface?

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The greener the better

It’s fair to say that the Holiday Property Bond did not come into the world bristling with eco-credentials; 1983 was a very different time, after all.

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Holiday Property Bond highly commended in the category of Best Self-Catering Travel Company at the 2020 Silver Travel Awards

We are proud to announce that we have been highly commended in the category of ‘Best Self-Catering Travel Company’ at the 2020 Silver Travel Awards.

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Be dazzled by Puglia’s White City

One of the most stunning cities in southern Italy, the enchanting and historic city of Ostuni is famous for its dazzling whitewashed houses and beautiful architecture.

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Seven treasures not to be missed in Quimper

From charming creperies to architectural gems, there's plenty to keep you busy during a day in this fascinating city. We’ve put together a list of seven Quimper highlights that you won’t want to miss.

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Five beautiful hilltop towns in Tuscany

The Tuscan hills are full of charming towns and villages, from Stigliano to the delights of Siena. However, these are just the start of the many hilltop gems to be found in this part of Italy.

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Giglio Island: Jewel of the Tyrrhenian Sea

Just a couple of hours from our Stigliano property, you’ll find one of Tuscany’s great treasures. Giglio island is just 11 miles from Porto Santo Stefano and is a true natural paradise

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The five most photogenic towns in Brittany

With wild, dramatic coastlines, beautiful medieval towns and thick, unspoilt forests to explore, the main problem in Brittany is deciding where to visit.

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Check out all there is to do on the island of Madeira

A trip to Madeira wouldn't be complete without a ride on the cable car

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What to do in Nidderdale AONB

In the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park is the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

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A birding diary of the Algarve

Rocha Brava manager, Jorge Ferreira, put together an excellent week of birdwatching for his guests.

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Discover a Welsh secret haven when you visit Llanddona Beach, Anglesey

From Llanddona beach you have the Anglesey Coastal Path to explore.

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Why Devon is the best place to go this summer

Great for the outdoorsy visitors, Devon's national parks offer walking routes through some of Britain’s most iconic scenery

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The Berchtesgaden National Park

The Berchtesgaden Alps are a mountain range with a wonderfully picturesque highland area, sub-alpine forests and incredible views.

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Discover the beautiful region of Brittany in northern France

The Bretons are hugely proud of their heritage and the region has a really interesting history

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Aphrodisias in Turkey has become a UNESCO World Heritage Site

‘one of the most important archaeological sites of the Greek and Roman periods in Turkey’

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Explore Majorca on a heritage railway

The train line between the two towns Palma and Sóller was initially opened in 1912

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Praia da Cova Redonda Beach in the Algarve

The beach looks out over incredible, endless turquoise blue and is backed by the dramatic uneven cliff face

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The Friary of Llanfaes in Anglesey

The old friary lies within the grounds, just a matter of seconds from Henllys front door.

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Historic prints found in Kent

A number of copper plate ‘relief’ photographs from many years ago provide a snap shot into the lives of the people who once lived at Sibton

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The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Cornwall

With 200 acres of glorious grounds they are one of the UK’s most popular botanical gardens.

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A walking diary of the Carian Trail in Turkey

Twelve adventurous guests are about to get off the beaten path onto a road considerably less travelled.

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Top 'must-sees' in the historic city of Ronda

Visit the historic city of Ronda in southern Spain

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Shakespeare's Macbeth: locations in Scotland

The two main locations from the witches' pivotal prophesy can both be found close to Witch's Pool in Perthshire

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Chalk streams in England

At Sibton Park you are ideally located to discover one of these areas

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Nordic walking in Britain

This exercise is a whole body workout that gets arms, legs and joints moving, muscles working and the heart pumping

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A winter wonder: discover the reason artists favour Majorca's winter months

Throughout January and February each year the island bursts into bloom with beautiful almond blossom

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7 spots to visit if you're a Poldark fan!

'Poldark' is a mixture of class politics in Georgian England and beautiful scenery.

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History in Dorset: World War II, Churchill and the Isle of Purbeck

Walk in the footsteps of Winston Churchill, King George VI and General Eisenhower during the preparations for World War II

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Northumberland's Castles | Seven of the best!

There are some fantastic historic locations out there.

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Hidden Florence

The Appennine Colossus is situated in the park of the Villa Demidoff

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La Gomera's Top Attractions

Six excellent locations for your holiday in La Gomera

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The Neolithic standing stones of Carnac

In Carnac you'll find one of the most incredible collections of standing stones in Europe.

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St. Govan's Chapel

A tiny old chapel has been built into the limestone rock and is perched on the edge of the cliff, overlooking the water.

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Quick Guide to the Alhambra Palace, Granada

This magnificent Moorish palace is part of Granada's UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the largest Moorish palace in Spain and an incredible sight to behold, perched high atop a hill.

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Enjoy a Tuscan spring

If you're in Stigliano this spring here are some top tips for getting the very best out of your holiday.

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Thermal springs in Austria

The thermal spring water produced here has been used for healing purposes for centuries

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Puglia's incredible ancient cave city

The ancient town, or the Sassi di Matera (literally the 'stones of Matera') is formed from an ancient network of subterranean slums, dating from Palaeolithic, troglodyte settlements.

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Putting the buzz in Biniorella

Dynamic site management makes a good Majorcan holiday GREAT!

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A winter in Majorca

Majorca - a magnet for summer holidaymakers; but no less a draw for "out-of-season" visitors...

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Brittany - at the eve of the year

The summer is over. The children have gone back to school. The windsurfers have packed their boards and wetsuits away for another year. Brittany’s holiday season is at an end.

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The Scenic Route to Stigliano

The summer has been great in many ways – but the British weather has been inconsistent. That’s why this year, our thoughts are turning to where to go to grab a bit of early autumn sun.

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God's own county - a trip back in time

There can be few areas of the UK that encapsulate “Englishness” as completely as Yorkshire. In an ever-changing world Yorkshire has retained its traditions and values - and its beauty.

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The magic of Disney and the Holiday Property Bond

For Hugh and Ann Craig and family, from Suffolk, their recent holiday at Le Mont de St Siméon, the Bond’s Île de France home, was all about one thing: Disneyland.

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A very fishy business

Tigh Mor Trossachs just got even more attractive, with the addition of 'The Lochan', HPB's very own trout lake.

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A fount of Scottish knowledge - Meet 'Mr Trossachs'

With his passion for nature and in-depth knowledge of the region, Arthur is delighted to tell anyone who’ll listen the tale of the Trossachs, and the natural wonders to be found there.

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Le Mont Jubilee celebrations gain seal of approval

For one day only, France forgot all about “Vive la République!” as Bondholders celebrated the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee at Le Mont de St Siméon, HPB’s Île de France home just east of Paris.

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The lion’s share of Jubilee fun – Spanish style

As is well known, lions are a feature of the Royal Standard, the flag that flies over Buckingham Palace – and the other royal houses – when the Queen is in residence.

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A step back in time

The monarchy, while at pains to keep pace with the times, is in a very real sense timeless. So Duloe Manor chose to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in a very traditional style.

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A Wales of a time in the Principality

Wales has enjoyed (or endured) a somewhat tempestuous relationship with royalty down the centuries – but Pembrokeshire marked the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in real style.

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Party Time, Any Time, in Puglia

And boy, do the Puglians like to party!

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Diamonds in the Dordogne

The Périgord truffle is one of the most sought-after delicacies to grace the plate, with a scent and flavour all its own.

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Constant Delight

Here Jonathan Broom describes how his trip to Constant became a journey of discovery through one of the most beautiful regions of France.

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Going slow in Ludlow

Upper Norton site manager Francesca Biddlecombe takes time out from her busy schedule to explain a little more about the ‘foodie’ movement that has taken over this part of Shropshire.

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Discovering the Garden of England

Jonathan Broom, editor of BOND – HPB’s magazine for Bondholders – recently visited Sibton Park, our beautifully restored and converted Queen Anne mansion in Kent.

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Art of the matter

Siena has art and architecture, history, culture and cuisine to rival any in nearby Florence. And HPB’s holiday homes at Stigliano are well placed for visiting Siena.

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Fed up with cold days? Head to the Med!

Christmas and New Year in Britain are hard to beat. But there comes a point – usually in February – when yet another cold, dark day is just too much.

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Winter in the West Country

Think about the West Country and it's all about summer holidays - sun-drenched beaches, buckets and spades, rolling surf, picturesque little ports nestling in rocky coves and sumptuous cream teas...

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The Spanish isles are just waiting for you

With the UK summer but a memory, now is surely a time for Bondholders to consider flying south – to one of the Bond’s Spanish island resorts.