Casale il Giuncheto, Chianti - Superior holiday rental accommodation in a mediaeval townhouse in the borderland between Florence, Siena and Arezzo - perfect for visits to the cities of art and the vineyards of Chianti. Casale il Giuncheto, Arezzo
Sleeps 4 to 9
Umbria - A 15th century farmhouse with a swimming pool (available from June) on a hill just outside Perugia - in open countryside, but a stone's throw from the historic centre of the city. Cooking lessons. Villa Nuba, Perugia
Tenuta Tornia is the textbook example of 'getting away from it all' … three independent Tuscany vacation rental properties set on a countryside estate between Florence, Siena and Arezzo. Lovingly restored, with luxury and tradition perfectly blended. Tenuta Tornia, 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
Spend a few nights staying in a splendid historical Italian house, located midway between Padua and Venice. Surrounded by fine gardens and parkland, this is the text-book definition of 'getting away from it all'. Rooms available for a minimum two-night stay, all year round. Villa Tron, Venice
Sleeps 2 to 5
A holiday villa with swimming pool near Florence, La Sassolina is situated at the foot of the picturesque village of Iano. This hamlet is ideally positioned for visiting San Gimignano, Volterra and the most beautiful art cities La Sassolina, Florence
These 'villetta' cottages in Coda Cavallo, San Teodoro provide Sardinia holiday rentals in one of the most beautiful parts of Italy. Villette Pinuccia e Umberto. Villette Pinuccia e Umberto, Nuoro
Sleeps 2 to 10
Two large Tuscan rental properties, capable of sleeping up to 20 people, in a splendid countryside setting - welcome to the Podernovo di Monticiano estate in the heart of Tuscany, Italy. Perfect for events, weddings, retreats, seminars and photo workshops. Podernovo Di Monticiano, Siena
