Villa Giovannini is a large country villa not far from Lucca offering bed and breakfast accommodation for groups of up to 11, including an apartment for 2+ which is available separately. Beautiful, large gardens. Children welcome. Cooking courses and guided excursions in the Apuan Alps by arrangement. Villa Giovannini, Lucca
Sleeps 1 to 10+
In Lake Como,Italy, these newly opened lodgings lie in Bellagio’s historic centre … a stone’s throw from the main steps of the town and just 50m from the lakefront and landing stages. Antico Pozzo Bellagio, Como
Sleeps 4 to 10+
Apartments and rooms in a historic building that was once a stopping of point for pilgrims en route to Rome. Just five minutes from Lucca - with swimming pool. Casa Biancalana, Lucca
Sleeps 2 to 10+
The old farm of Pietreto lies on a hilltop, 485 metres above sea level in the heart of Chianti, some 27km from Florence and 30km from Siena. These Chianti holiday rentals, two apartments each sleeping four, lie between the medieval villages of San Donato (3km) and Castellina (6km), in the centre of the Chianti Classico wine-growing area. Pietreto, Siena
Sleeps 2 to 8
Swimming pool
Just six kilometres north of Siena/Sienna, Villa Faule is a secluded country house with an apartment and rooms available for holiday rental. Perfectly peaceful, with splendid views, but within easy reach of Tuscany's tourist attractions. Villa Faule, Siena
Sleeps 1 to 8
Villa Cerreto Libri has a six person apartment in a fine villa near Pontassieve to the east of Florence. Fine garden with cool shaded areas. Cerreto Libri, Florence
Sleeps 6
Offering holiday rentals, Italy, this beautiful estate is on the border between Tuscany and Umbria. The estate comprises a wonderful 18th century villa, occupied by the owners, and two farmhouses. Restored with all their original architectural features preserved they have been transformed into seven charming apartments. Villa Bice, Perugia
