What the difference between house and villa?
Most tourists when asked to define a villa might immediately think of the typical old-world luxury villa as well as a cozy retreat in an exotic location, far from its traditional tourist haunts. However, most of us are more likely to think of house rentals or even holiday cottages rather than a self-catering apartment or house. So, what is the difference between a villa and house? It seems there are many differences but one of the biggest is the cost.
A self-contained apartment or house may be run on a budget and come with basic facilities such as a toilet and a hot shower; a basic home away from home kind of feel to it. The other main difference between a villa and house can be in the kind of accommodation options available. Villa’s tend to have a much larger number of rooms and more creature comforts such as a kitchen or dining area. House’s on the other hand may just feature a large living space with a couple of bedrooms and maybe an en suite bathroom. These things are important points to consider when comparing the two.
Cost is another big deciding factor for many people looking for a place to stay. It seems with the average holidaymaker staying in a villa, it costs much less than a luxurious hotel stays. Although you may find a holiday villa with fantastic views and facilities more expensive than a self-contained house. If cost is a consideration then make sure you consider how far the luxury villa is from where you are going to be spending most of your time, this can mean saving if you are planning a trip out of town. In conclusion the main difference between a villa and house is in the level of comfort and creature comforts offered.
