If your perfect summer holiday has the kids playing happily with new friends while you relax, our pick of child-friendly hotels and apartments across Europe could be just the ticket
In 20 acres of Umbrian countryside, Pian di Cascina is a 17th-century farmhouse converted into seven flats, five of them big enough for families. Each has its own outside space, so you have privacy but can join in the communal fun and games when you wish. Little ones will love the splash pool, sand pit, play equipment, mini football, hammocks, bikes and ride-on toys. There’s also table tennis, boules, badminton, mini golf, croquet and a larger pool with uninterrupted views to the Abruzzo mountains. Twice a week, owners Paul and Isabel invite guests to the on-site restaurant for home-grown, home-cooked dishes and you can sign up for cookery or pasta-making courses too. Assisi and Perugia are near enough for day trips.
• Flat for four plus babies from €990 to €1,485 a week. babyfriendlyboltholes.co.uk
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