An idyllic setting, splendid views, a warm welcome and an aura of perfect peace conspire to make Tuscany Rural one of the most lovely rural retreats in Tuscany. Rooms with pool between Siena and Grossetto. Tuscany Rural, Grosseto
Tucked away on a pretty, little farm on the border between Tuscany and Umbria, Convento di Novole offers accommodation in a 400-year old church and convent. Three holiday flats with beautiful, natural surroundings. Convento di Novole Holiday Flats, Arezzo
Sleeps 2 to 10+
Just above the hill town of Cortona, on the border between Umbria and Tuscany, Parco Fiorito offers Bed and Breakfast and holiday rental apartments on a working, organic farm. Swimming pool and idyllic country setting. Parco Fiorito, Perugia
Tuscany — These holiday apartments on a working olive oil farm in beautiful countryside are excellent for a peaceful family holiday in Italy, and in easy reach of Tuscany's many attractions. Il Civettaio Farm Apartments, Grosseto
Umbria - A 15th century farmhouse with a swimming pool (available from June) on a hill just outside Perugia - in open countryside, but a stone's throw from the historic centre of the city. Cooking lessons. Villa Nuba, Perugia
Poggio al Sole lies in the south of Siena province, just outside of Montepulciano, renowned for its fine renaissance architecture and fine wines. The accommodation consists of three apartments sleeping between two and four people per apartment. Poggio Al Sole, Siena
Sleeps 2 to 10+
These holiday rentals, Italy are vacation apartments close to Lake Trasimeno, Umbria. Il Palazzo is a tastefully restored eighteenth-century farmhouse, with completely independent panoramic apartments sleeping 2, 4 or 6 guests. The flavour of Umbria is always retained here, with terracotta flagstones underfoot. Special offers starting from euro 350 are available for May. Il Palazzo Agriturismo, Perugia
Sleeps 1 to 10+
Tuscany - a friendly farm offering family holidays south of Siena, with spacious apartments, courses in Italian cooking and a swimming pool in a scenic hilltop position. La Palazzina Holiday Apartments, Siena
