Chianti, Tuscany - holiday accommodation in Italy

Tenuta Lupinari is in effect a hamlet all of its own, lying amidst 750 acres of woods, vineyards and centuries old olive trees. The area has remained miraculously unspoilt and unchanged across the centuries, and today offers a striking oasis of peace and tranquility. Thirteen different apartments, swimming pool and restaurant. Tenuta Lupinari, Arezzo

Casa Arianna, Tuscany — A two vacation apartments for rent within a twelfth century convent northwest of Siena. This self-catering accommodation for four is a marvellous spot to holiday in the Italian countryside, and close to San Gimignano, Volterra and Siena. Casa Arianna, Siena

This Tuscany vacation rental is located among the Chianti Classico hills, only 7km from Florence and Certosa, and within large lawned gardens. Borgo Il Molinaccio. Borgo Il Molinaccio, Florence

A short distance from Florence, in the hills between Chianti and the Arno valley, Podere La Casellina is a traditional Tuscan farm with rooms to rent. Marvellous views and complete peace. Podere La Casellina, Florence

Podere Torricella has ten superbly restored apartments (and swimming pool) in a wonderful setting less than twenty kilometres from Florence. Podere Torricella, Florence

This nicely furnished, air-conditioned vacation apartment for 2(+2) lies just 3km south of Florence. Apartment Galileo, Florence

Chiantigiano Castle is deep in the heart of Classic Chianti country, amidst rows of vines and evergreen woods. Restored barns and farmhouses make up this Tuscan vacation accommodation. The castle, with swimming pool, puts you at the heart of centuries of wine-making tradition. Chiantigiano Castle, Siena

In the countryside outside Siena, in Tuscany, Tenuta di Mensanello is a collection of lovely holiday apartments. Situated on an agriturismo, the apartments combine comfort and the chance to sample the estate's own olive oil and Chianti. Tenuta di Mensanello, Siena