The stunning coastlines of Goa in Western India draw visitors each year with promises of miles of palm-fringed golden sandy beaches, a culture that mixes Portuguese and Indian and a genuine spirituality. It’s growing in popularity with luxury travellers too, with many luxury boutique hotels opening here. Opt for your own luxurious haven and soak up all that Goa has to offer with a stay in a luxury villa. Here we review the top 5 Best Luxury Villas With Private Pools In Goa… Summertime, Calangute An idyllic hilltop position, a stunning private infinity pool, two acres of tropical gardens and landscaping, oh and a full staff to really look after you; all this and more awaits at the stunning, luxury private villa Summertime. Summertime Villa occupies a tranquil spot perched on a hill just outside Calangute overlooking paddy fields and those lush tropical gardens. Despite being close to the popular beaches and pulsing life of Calangute, Summertime Villa enjoys complete privacy and allows for maximum relaxation. Enjoy long walks in the “Nana Nani” park, inhale the aromas in the fruit orchard, spot the fish in the koi pond or sit beneath the waterfall, listening to the whisper of the stream. Catch some shade under the wide verandas, lounge on the large deck, and if it ever gets too hot, jump into the huge infinity pool to cool off. Inside a sense of luxury is immediately felt from the sheer amount of space. The vast double-height living-dining area is light and breezy; furniture has been sourced from Bali and India. There are 3 spacious, individually decorated, ensuite guest rooms which have been carefully laid out to ensure the occupant’s privacy. The villa is fully staffed gardeners, security and a cook who will cook fresh Goan, Asian, Indian and Continental cuisine using organic produce from the garden. And to top it all, the villa owners also own a 42-foot luxury yacht, The Solita and guests of the Summertime Villa get preferential rates! Villa Alina, Calangute Located just minutes from the ocean on Calangute beach you’ll find Villa Alina. This beautiful ancestral home has been restored to its former glory and is now an exclusive retreat with sumptuous soft furnishings and fine antiques. The vast villa has six air-conditioned ensuite bedrooms and plenty of places to hang out of which the impressive private infinity pool will undoubtedly be the favourite. The Brook, Socorro Enjoy a secluded location, an infinity pool and panoramic views across the paddy fields at The Brook in Socorro in Goa. This relaxing location allows you to explore nature walks, the paddy fields and the nearby gently flowing river. Each of the four beautiful ensuite bedrooms has its own patio area and there’s also a recreational gym. You have a housekeeper, security and a cook who can create home-cooked Goan meals using produce from the property’s organic vegetable garden. La Casetta, Candolim Fans of the modern will love contemporary La Casetta; one of a set of 10 newly constructed villas set around a 25 metre swimming pool in a plush gated community. Your location is excellent; near the beach and a collection of beach cafes, restaurants and a market. The villa can house 6 guests in 3 spacious, tastefully decorated bedrooms. On The Hill, Saipem Near Candolim If you’re looking for a private hideaway for just the two of you, check out On The Hill. Near to the popular Candolim beach in North Goa, this single bedroom luxury villa enjoys its own private pool, garden and terrace. Your surroundings are a big part of the appeal, the villa is perched on a hill which offers wonderful views and is surrounded by 2500 sqft of beautiful landscape overlooking a beautiful creek.