Looking directly on to Piazza Santa Croce (you really are staying in historic Florence here), the Palazzo dell'Antella is a much-loved Florentine landmark; accommodation can be short or long term, and there are a wide range of rental apartments on offer, ranging from one bedroom up to apartments sleeping seven people. Suites Santa Croce, Florence
Sleeps 2 to 10+
Offering lodging in Italy, these apartments to rent in Umbria are in a lovely farmhouse quietly situated on green hills. The house has enchanting and extensive views over the surrounding landscape and the beautiful Castle at Lippiano. Il Pavone, Perugia
La Mimosa is a large restored barn offering comfortable, stylish accommodation for 4 to 6, and a separate holiday flat for two. A peaceful country setting just a few kilometres from Lucca. La Mimosa, Lucca
Sleeps 2 to 8
For the perfect holiday rentals in Puglia, Italy, check out these apartments close to Bari and sleeping 2, 3 or 4 guests — the perfect base for your Italian vacation. Bari Holiday Residence, Bari
Libertas is an elegant apartment for four in Palazzo Arnolfini, a fully renovated national trust building in Lucca Libertas, Lucca
Sleeps 2 to 4
A great choice of holiday flat in Rome, Italy: Apartment Aventino is a lovely little studio apartment, on one of Rome’s seven hills, the Aventino. Aventino Apartment, Rome
Sleeps 1 to 3
Villetta Porto Istana is a rental apartment for six in a condominium with a pool and tennis courts. A beautiful sea view and easy access to the beach help make this is a wonderful holiday spot. Villetta Porto Istana, Sassari
Sleeps 6
Swimming pool
A lovely holiday home in Venice, Italy – overlooking the square Campo Sant'Angelo – this apartment is on the first floor of a small, 18th century palazzo. Apartment Sant'Angelo, Venice
Sleeps 1 to 4