Tuscany - On the quiet slopes facing Montepulciano, these two farmhouses provide beautifully furnished, traditional holiday accommodation in central Italy. Le Capanne di Sopra, Siena
Sleeps 6 to 10+
In the heart of the beautiful Tuscan countryside, the Relais Sinalunga is a lovely old 18th century estate. This villa and farmhouse has been transformed into Tuscany vacation rentals, and the four modern apartments enjoy magnificent views over rolling, olive grove clad hills. Relais Sinalunga, Siena
Sleeps 2 to 10+
Swimming pool
The Residence Bosco della Spina, run much as a hotel, offers both daily and weekly accommodation in a range of suites within this restored mediaeval farm complex. Restaurant, pool, and splendid hilltop views, located between Siena and Montalcino. Bosco della Spina, Siena
These Chianti villa rentals, sleeping 10 guests, are based around a beautifully restored 16th century home. Recently refurbished, Le Casette now comprises two lovely stone built houses. Le Casette, Chianti, Siena
Sleeps 2 to 10
Swimming pool
South of Siena and close to San Gimignano, this villa for rent in Tuscany was once a fortress stronghold. Now it has been beautifully converted into holiday rental accommodation sleeping up to 12. Villa Delle Torre, Siena
Sleeps 2 to 10+
Swimming pool
Hotel Vecchia Cartiera. This hotel, in the centre of Colle Val d'Elsa, is housed in an ancient paper mill, carefully restored to provide a comfortable hotel and restaurant. Thirty eight bedrooms, air conditioning. Hotel Vecchia Cartiera, Siena
You could not really be more in the heart of Tuscany if you tried – Villa Sant'Uberto provides a home from home atop a Chianti hillside, offering traditional countryside bed and breakfast as well as longer stays in some of the charming holiday apartments. Villa Sant'Uberto Country Inn, Siena
With apartments in Tuscany, close to San Gimignano and Siena, Italy, La Chiesina is a charming stone farmhouse in the Tuscan hills. Chiesina, Siena
