A large 17th century villa with pool, located a few short kilometres from Florence yet surrounded by olive trees and a large private garden. Villa L'Acacia, Florence
Self-catering accommodation in the Lucca countryside, Tuscany – this agriturismo is on green hills surrounded by woods and olive groves. Biodegradable and biological products. Azienda Agricola Biologica Nico, Lucca
Sleeps 2 to 7
Il Girasole is in the north of Lazio, at the border with Umbria and Tuscany, sitting high above sea level, it has a commanding view of the surrounding land. The apartment is fully furnished and is set within a large garden with a swimming pool, and sleeps 4-6 people. Bed & Breakfast Il Girasole, Viterbo
Fattoria di Larniano is a farmhouse dating back to the 15th century, and set within extensive private grounds in Tuscany, Italy. It has now been developed as an upmarket holiday complex. Weddings, birthday parties, ceremonies, meetings and cooking lessons are organized. Fattoria Di Larniano, Siena
Sleeping eight, this villa in Italy, on the Amalfi coast, is in a quite idyllic location. Villa dei Venti, Salerno
Sleeps 2 to 8
Tuscany - This holiday villa, with two swimming pools and set among vineyards and olive groves, makes the perfect base for your Tuscan vacation. Within easy reach of Siena, Arezzo, Perugia, Assisi and Orvieto, and the local thermal spas. Terre di Nano. Terre di Nano, Siena
Between Perugia and Lake Trasimeno, Villa Rosa offers two apartments and a small cottage for rent. Marvellous panoramic views and a swimming pool. Villa Rosa Apartments, Perugia
Sleeps 1 to 4
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
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