The basic idea is what’s called 'fractional ownership'.  This concept started in the US, where there are now hundreds of schemes offering shares in everything from private jets and yachts to sports cars.  There are a number of holiday or destination clubs, but what makes our Club different is the element of ownership.  With The Hideaways Club you don't just buy the right to use our beautiful homes and villas, you make an investment in them.

In other words, your membership buys you a share in our private portfolio of luxury homes all over Europe, as well as the right to use them as often as you like. Your annual fee includes Destination Points, which vary according to the type of membership, and you can also purchase additional Destination Points if you’d like to use the properties more often.

The growth of new Members and the purchase of new properties is closely managed to ensure that the ratio of Members to properties does not exceed 4:1 during Peak periods, and 3:1 during the Off Peak periods.

The number of new memberships each year is restricted so that we can maximise availability and protect our status as a private and exclusive club. This means that on average, your properties will only be occupied for approximately half of the year.

We also make it a high priority to have a choice of different properties in the most popular locations, and a portfolio that offers you a wide range of different types of holiday, from skiing trips, to golfing with friends, cultural breaks and family beach holidays.

There's more on the benefits of membership here.