Sardinia villas and luxury vacation rentals

Best time to go

• During spring: with fabulous weather that sits at around 20-25°C (68-77°F), and with clear blue skies, spring in Sardinia is a perfect time to visit. Head away from the coast and you’ll discover rolling hillsides covered in wildflowers and hiking trails that take you into the mountains. The beaches are quiet although the water is still a little chilly for swimming, so why not check out some of the festivals, events and art shows instead?

• During summer: expect things to heat up during the summer, with temperatures often climbing into the mid-30s°C (around 93°F) and almost endless sunshine for 12 hours a day. With the water temperatures on the rise too, it’s time to book a beachfront Sardinia villa rental. Make the most of the 2,000km of coastline, from the dramatic coast of Costa Smeralda to the soft, sandy shores of South Sardinia. You’ll find plenty of local events to give you a taste of authentic Sardinian life, such as the ‘La Discesa dei Candelieri’, or The Descent of the Candelieri, in Sassari.

• During autumn: the autumn months bring a new mood to the island, a more relaxed, laid-back feel that embraces the languid lifestyle of this beautiful island. Leave your Sardinia villa on the coast for the day and head inland to the mountain villages for the ‘Autumn in Barbagia’ events, where local cuisine and wines are celebrated and masked parades bring to life the folk tales, legends and stories of the island

• During winter: winter in Sardinia is a chance to explore archaeological sites and even try some skiing in the mountains. The main slopes are on the summit of Bruncu Spina and are usually free of crowds, as well as offering some surprisingly good powder from December through to March. Winter carnivals take place across the island, and the festive season is packed with events and celebrations right through to New Year.