Take a sneak peek inside the brand new Love Island villa ahead of the 2023 winter series.

The ITV dating show returns for the second instalment of its winter spin-off in South Africa after the series was delayed due to the Covid pandemic.

A new group of singles will be heading to the sun to brighten up the wintry nights back here in the UK from Monday, January 16. 

New host Maya Jama will front the new season, encouraging the islanders to "grab love by the horns" and couple up for a winter of love. 

Gazette & Herald: Take a look inside the Love Island villa. (ITV)Take a look inside the Love Island villa. (ITV) (Image: ITV)

Look inside the brand new Love Island villa ahead of 2023 series 

ITV viewers are set for a winter of the same muggy behaviour and jaw-dropping twists that we've come to expect from the reality dating show. 

The first look at the iconic villa - which boasts stunning decor, a giant swimming pool and the iconic firepit - follows the official announcement of this year's cast.

The lineup includes a James Bond actress and Ring girl, a TV salesman, an airport security officer and a farmer among this year's singletons.

The new contestants will date and dump each other in paradise with a fully kitted-out villa.

There is no shortage of secluded spots to sneak kisses with a gorgeous rooftop terrace, luxurious lounge chairs by the pool and a plush beach hut to spill all the villa's secrets. 

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The villa's highly sought-after hideaway spot - where loved-up couples can get some alone time - has been given an upgrade in bright blue and pink with a matching neon 'Get Sexy' sign.

Elsewhere, the islanders can escape to their very own tree house with glorious views of the mountains and picturesque South African scenery. 

The iconic villa's most recognisable features including the gym, girls' dressing room and Dog House have all been given a spruce in time for the new arrivals. 

Gazette & Herald: Love Island returns on January 16. (ITV)Love Island returns on January 16. (ITV) (Image: ITV)

It comes as the new series faces a massive shake-up in its rules, ensuring the islanders are fully supported throughout the show.

Extended measures have been introduced to protect both the Islanders and their families from the adverse effects of social media which have seen past islanders become the target of online attacks, hate and even death threats.

The show's participants will be asked to pause handles and accounts on their social media platforms for the duration of their time on the show.

Islanders’ accounts will remain dormant while they are in the Villa, so that nothing is published on their behalf.

Love Island returns on Monday, January 16 at 9 pm on ITV 2 and ITV X.