Table tennis. Ping pong. However you refer to it, this popular game has been given a boost thanks to Hollywood’s comedy sports drama, Marty Supreme.
If you’ve been inspired by Timothee Chalamet’s skills as he plays Marty Mauser in his pursuit of becoming the tennis table world champion, – we hear you! We have heaps of properties where you can brush up on your backhand and study your top spin on your next Freelance Villas holiday.
It’s not just villas with table tennis though, which top the popularity stakes when it comes to family, group, and multigenerational villa holidays, “Villas with games such as table tennis, table football, pool tables and outdoor games are always one of our most popular search terms as families and friends look for entertainment on site, without having to leave the property”.
Here are just a few of our villas which offer the best of the best when it comes to keeping the whole family happy with outdoor games.
Villa Papa
Where? Cala San Vincente, Mallorca
Move over, Marty. This sensitively restored farmhouse in the foothills of the Tramuntana mountains doesn’t just have an outside ping pong table, but also its own separate air-conditioned games and leisure annexe complete with pool table, table football, gym equipment, and a Smart TV.
Villa Papa sleeps 12 in 6 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms.
Cana Joana
Where? Santa Margalida, Mallorca
Come for the seclusion – surrounded as you are by 60,000 square metres of almond, orange, and lemon groves – stay for the onsite entertainment. This ever-popular family villa has an outside table tennis, mini golf and goal posts for little ones perfecting their penalties.
Cana Joana is an excellent value family villa sleeping 6 in 3 bedrooms.
Casa Madoria
Where? Sant Climent, Menorca
The owners of this beautifully and traditionally decorated Menorcan property have made the most of the outside spaces here. There are hideaways to sit in, outside BBQ and dining area and for everyone’s entertainment, a swimming pool and table tennis set.
Casa Madoria Sleeps 8 in 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms.
Villa Metapothia
Where? Gavalohori, Crete
Not only does this villa have absolutely bags and bags of room inside and out but is exceptionally well equipped for families and large groups. There’s table tennis, yes, but also a children’s pool along with a large swimming pool for all ages to make a splash.
Villa Metapothia sleeps 12 in 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms.
Villa Kaylu
Where? Plaka, Crete
If you’re looking for somewhere really special to go with your family or friends, this 5-star luxury villa won’t disappoint. Fabulous views over Souda Bay are just the start. Outside, there’s table tennis and table football to go with the huge infinity pool. Inside, a bespoke cinema room for movies or game nights, complete with PlayStation 4 and 75-inch flat screenTV.
Villa Kaylu sleeps 12 in 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms.
Villa Alexandros
Where? Spartia, Kefalonia
Sitting on its own plateau of land with sweeping views over Mt Ainos and the Liakas Peninsula across to the island of Zakynthos, play table tennis under the shade of a pergola and palm trees for a slice of heaven.
Villa Alexandros sleeps 9 in 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms.
Cala Machina
Where? San Vito Lo Capo, Sicily
This beautiful villas on the west of the island and just a few hundred metres from the beach has an abundance of pergolas and shaded outside areas, one of which is home to table tennis for some family fun. The lush gardens and outdoor kitchen are a standout feature of this seaside property.
Villa Cala Machina sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms.
Villa Vicina
Where? Milna, Brac, Croatia
This traditional stone villa is over 200 years old, but you wouldn’t know it from its modern interior. Positioned just 80 metres from the sea in this harbour fishing port, and surrounded by high walls, trees and gardens for total privacy, there’s a separate children’s play area complete with trampoline, table tennis and toddler play equipment.
Villa Vicina sleeps 5 in 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms.
Where else?
Still haven’t seen what you’re looking for. Here’s just a few other villas with table tennis or outside games you might be interested in.
Villa Amvrosia
Where? Armeni, Crete
This perennially high-rating villa for 5 enjoys matchless outdoor space, including a second, lower deck with table tennis, hammock and swing seat located in a small copse for shade. Outside, there’s a pool (of course), but inside – a heated jacuzzi pool to fight over.
Villa Amvrosia sleeps 5 in 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms.
Villa Mounda Poseidon
Where? Apollon, Skala Kefalonia
Care has been given to keep young children entertained and safe, with a gated swimming pool and play area with swings and slides. The sea is just 900 metres away.
Villa Mounda Poseidon sleeps up to 7 in 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
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