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
Enjoy the atmosphere of a classic fifteenth century villa located in a quiet residential area of Florence. Villa Ulivi offers bed and breakfast accommodation in elegant double and triple rooms, as well as 5 unique suites sleeping 4 and 6 people. Villa Ulivi, Florence
Sleeps 4 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
Romantic privacy in the hills of Tuscany – this villa in Tuscany is a detached farmhouse with private pool, garden, terrace and a mountain location. Dolcevento, Lucca
Sleeps 2 to 8
Swimming pool
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
These apartments lie a full 900 metres above sea level, with magnificent views of the Monte Sibillini National Park and only 20km from Norcia ... Agriturismo Santa Serena is the perfect spot for vacation rentals in Umbria. Agriturismo Santa Serena, Perugia
Villa I Barronci lies in the hills of Chianti, only 12 kilometres from Florence in a beautiful panoramic spot. Recently renovated, it offers bed and breakfast accommodation. I Barronci, Florence
Ai Cartari, Sicily - In the historic centre of Palermo, this collection of holiday rooms and apartments for rent lies in an old paper mill. With a beautiful setting and excellent transport links, this bed and breakfast is a great starting point for exploring the island. Ai Cartari, Palermo, Palermo
Sleeps 2 to 10+