Villa rental accommodation with shared swimming pool

On an old farm in Chianti, the four-star Hotel Casabianca occupies a uniquely beautiful position ... gazing down on the Val di Chiana on one side, and the Crete Senesi on the other. Enjoy lavish luxury within an idyllic country setting. Hotel Casabianca, Siena

Hotel Ancora is a three-star hotel in the village of Molina di Fiemme. Close to the ski slopes, there are plenty of outdoor activities on hand and the hotel has its own small health suite with swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and spa pool. There are 40 comfortable en-suite rooms, all with TV and phone. Hotel Ancora, Trento

Set within the magnificent rugged scenery of the Valle d'Aosta, the three-star Hotel Tavernier enjoys views of Mont Blanc and is located close to the big, dipping cable car. The 14 air-conditioned double and twin rooms are all equipped with TV, telephone, mini bar and bathroom whilst the cosy restaurant and bar offer good food and wine in an informal setting. Hotel Tavernier, Aosta

This hotel in Ischia is located on the eastern coast of this lovely volcanic island. Situated in the north of the Bay of Naples, off the western coast of Italy, Ischia is easily accessible from the mainland by ferry. Hotel Europa, Ischia, Naples

Minutes away from the beach, this four-star hotel in Rimini has 116 spacious rooms that overlook the beautiful seafront or the Viale Vespucci promenade, with its bustling shops and restaurants. Hotel Continental e Dei Congressi, Rimini

Hotel Pietrenere is a relaxing family-run hotel on the Puglia coast of southern Italy. It has a spectacular clifftop location just 3km from the charming whitewashed village of Rodi Garganico. Hotel Pietrenere, Foggia

This cosy, family-run hotel in Trentino-Alto Adige region is conveniently located close to Trento's commercial centre, with excellent access to the motorway/highway. Sartori's Hotel, Trento

Hotel San Giorgio is a wonderful four-star hotel in Portofino. With 18 elegant and restful en-suite rooms, it occupies a fabulous central location in the glamorous Italian Riviera resort. The hotel has a superb restaurant offering a tempting and varied menu of local and international dishes. Hotel San Giorgio, Genoa