Chianti, Tuscany - holiday accommodation in Italy

In a superb hilltop location, enjoying panoramic views from its own private grounds, sits Paternino, a country house divided into five holiday apartments, and combining Tuscan tradition with every modern comfort. Paternino Farmhouse, Florence

Villa Bruschetti - an ancient noble estate to the west of Florence. A classical garden, part formal (Italian garden), part natural, complete with towering cypress trees, creates an elegant backdrop from which to admire the lush Florentine hills that surround Villa Bruschetti. Sleeps up to 15 people. Villa Bruschetti, Florence

Villa Casa del Forno is a quality villa rental, with pool, sleeping six people. It is located in Chianti, between Florence and Siena, and has wonderful views down over the countryside. Casa del Forno, Florence

Lying sixteen kilometres south of Siena, close to Pienza and Montalcino, lies Villa Palazzolo. An Italian country house rental, it sleeps ten people, and has private gardens, a pool, and use of all the services of the vast country estate in which it nestles. Villa Palazzolo, Siena

Casa Arianna, Tuscany — A two vacation apartments for rent within a twelfth century convent northwest of Siena. This self-catering accommodation for four is a marvellous spot to holiday in the Italian countryside, and close to San Gimignano, Volterra and Siena. Casa Arianna, Siena

Fattoria di Cinciano Villa and Apartments, Tuscany - Spend your vacation on a 900-year-old wine estate in Chianti. This eight-bedroomed villa and traditionally decorated apartments, share two pools and extensive grounds. Fattoria di Cinciano, Siena

Tuscany - This farming estate has holiday houses ancient and modern, with swimming pools, tennis courts, bar and restaurant. On a working farm within the beautiful countryside of Chianti, it offers unrivalled access to towns such as San Gimignano, Volterra and Certaldo. Castellare di Tonda. Castellare di Tonda, Florence

Just 20 kilometres from Florence, Villa Eleanora, with plenty of space to run around, and private access through the garden to a large (shared) swimming pool, is perfect for families with children or teenagers, and the interiors too offer more than ample space for family entertaining. Villa Eleanora, Florence