These attractive Tuscan farmhouses to rent are situated on a magnificent hillside, in a superb position on the ancient Via Francigena that linked France to Rome. This is an excellent location from which to visit Florence (35km) and Siena (40km), and the many hilltop villages nearby. There is also a swimming pool. Rosso Toscano, Florence
Sleeps 2 to 10+
Swimming pool
Quercia al Poggio is located in Monsanto in the heart of the Chianti area and has many hectares of forest, vineyards and olive groves. There are several apartments, a tennis court, two swimming pools and wine and oil tastings are available. Quercia al Poggio, Florence
Sleeps 2 to 10+
Swimming pool
A marvellous choice of vacation home, Italy, the Farm MadonnaBruna lies on the gentle hills of Marche, around the ancient town of Fermo. Azienda Agricola Madonnabruna, Ascoli - Piceno
These apartments on Lake Garda offer accommodation with a swimming pool on the Italian Lakes. This late 19th century farmhouse has been described as "an extraordinary oasis for a relaxing rest and a marvellous starting point for walks or rides on a mountain bike in the nearby natural park La Rocca". La Filanda, Brescia
Tenuta Lupinari is in effect a hamlet all of its own, lying amidst 750 acres of woods, vineyards and centuries old olive trees. The area has remained miraculously unspoilt and unchanged across the centuries, and today offers a striking oasis of peace and tranquility. Thirteen different apartments, swimming pool and restaurant. Tenuta Lupinari, Arezzo
Sleeps 2 to 10+
Swimming pool
Near Urbino, in the Italian Marches, Locanda Della Valle Nuova is a delightful country inn offering short-stay, bed-and-breakfast and self-catering holiday accommodation. The house has its own swimming pool and horse riding. Locanda della Valle Nuova, Pesaro - Urbino
Marvellous Cortona apartment rentals - this farm is situated in Val di Piele, a small valley next to Lake Trasimeno, between Tuscany and Umbria. The estate produces oil and wine. Agriturismo Pilari, Arezzo
