Italy: vacation flats and apartments in the country

I Cavallini is a delightful spot for a peaceful country holiday, wrapped in the rolling hills of the Maremma on Tuscany's southern coast. A large country estate, it offers two beautifully refurbished apartments sleeping 4 and 4-5, and a shared swimming pool. I Cavallini, Grosseto

Residenza Strozzi lies on the grounds of a beautiful Italian Renaissance villa, just a short bus ride from Florence' historical centre. The property provides a holiday apartment within a restored chapel and a B and B rooms with ensuite bath. The accommodation can also be rented for longer periods, like 4 or 5 months Residenza Strozzi, Florence

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

Choose from this selection of Florence vacation rental apartments, just five minutes’ drive from the historic centre of the city. Villa Le Piazzole, Florence

Tucked away in a country estate between Tuscany and Lazio, with private access to a beach only 3km away, Villa Il Fontanile offers a luxurious, relaxing vacation in one of four refurbished apartments. Shared swimming pool and extensive gardens. Each apartment sleeps from 4 to 6. Villa Il Fontanile Apartments, Viterbo

An ancient hamlet of houses nestling deep amidst green hills, this Tuscany accommodation, Italy comprises restored stone farmhouses with a swimming pool. Monsignor della Casa, Florence

Tuscany - This Chianti-producing farm south of Florence provides bed and breakfast apartments and a good base for excursions to Florence, Siena and central Italy. Le Muricce Bed and Breakfast, Florence

Bed and Breakfast La Vigna, Italian Lakes - This & holiday apartment for rent lies on the shores of Lake Monate, near Lake Maggiore and just 20km from Milan's Malpensa Airport. Bed and Breakfast La Vigna, Varese