This vacation villa in Cortona, Tuscany, Italy provides superb views of the countryside and is handily near the centre of the medieval town. Calcinaio, Arezzo
Tuscany — Villa vacation for 15 in a splendid house looking over the Asso Valley southeast of Siena. Set in a tiny Tuscan hill village, the villa has a formal garden and large swimming pool. Villa San Giovanni. Villa San Giovanni, Siena
Tenuta Villa La Chiusa Schnautzer offers three spacious vacation houses set in a large wooded garden with a swimming pool. Marvellous scenery and handy for Lucca and the rest of Tuscany. Sleeps 4+1, 4+2 and 8+2. Tenuta Villa La Chiusa Schnautzer, Lucca Tenuta Villa La Chiusa Schnautzer, Lucca
South of Florence on the road to Siena, Locanda Il Gallo is a small, traditional hotel in the Chianti hills. Ideally situated for wine lovers who want to explore the area - an extensive wine list and cookery courses are two of the attractions on offer. Locanda Il Gallo, Florence
Sleeps 2 to 10+
With rooms to rent in Florence, this 19th century palazzo in the heart of city lies just a few steps from the Ponte Vecchio. Boasting five-star amenities in 10 sunny apartments overlooking the river Arno, the Palazzo Fiorentino will exceed your expectations. Palazzo Fiorentino, Florence
Sleeps 2 to 10+
Agriturismo Sassi Bianchi has three farmhouses for rent near San Gimignano, and handy for Chianti and Siena. Facilities include a swimming pool, tennis court and bowling green. Accommodation for 2 to 15. Agriturismo Sassi Bianchi, Siena
Sleeps 2 to 10+
Swimming pool
La Paggeria, Villa Mazzini, is a family-run Bed and Breakfast establishment located just fifteen minutes drive from Florence. It has fine views over Fiesole and down towards the city. La Paggeria, Florence
Sleeps 5
Tuscany - Two holiday houses for rent (one separating into two apartments) in the hills overlooking Florence. Sleeping from 2 to 12 people, this is peaceful, private holiday accommodation with a pool. Girasole, Bagno a Ripoli, Florence
