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
A perfect spot for your Chianti vacation, this is vacation rental accommodation south of Florence, Tuscany, Italy. This delightful hamlet of houses is built around a fortified castle dating back to the 12th century, which itself gave origin to the charming little town of Greve in Chianti. Montegonzi, Florence
Self catering holiday accommodation, Lucca. Apartment Nina (sleeps 2+2) lies within the defensive walls of the small city of Lucca. Fully renovated, it makes a great base to explore Lucca on foot, with the easily reachable railway station opening up the rest of Tuscany and beyond. Nina, Lucca
Sleeps 2 to 4
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
Sleeps 1 to 6
Via di Mammoli is a comfortable holiday home with accommodation for 4 to 8+ in the countryside of northern Tuscany. Wonderfully peaceful and secluded, but only 8km from Lucca. Via di Mammoli, Lucca
Sleeps 4 to 8+
Villa Giovannini is a large country villa not far from Lucca offering bed and breakfast accommodation for groups of up to 11, including an apartment for 2+ which is available separately. Beautiful, large gardens. Children welcome. Cooking courses and guided excursions in the Apuan Alps by arrangement. Villa Giovannini, Lucca
Sleeps 1 to 10+
A newly restored Tuscany villa with swimming pool, the Villa Montaione has been recently and immaculately restored. Lying just 16km from the historic city of San Gimignano, this spacious, stone-built house sleeps 8 with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Villa Montaione, Florence
Sleeps 2 to 8
Swimming pool
Just 20 kilometres from Florence, Villa Eleanora, with plenty of space to run around, and private access through the garden to a large (shared) swimming pool, is perfect for families with children or teenagers, and the interiors too offer more than ample space for family entertaining. Villa Eleanora, Florence
Sleeps 4 to 7
Swimming pool