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
Looking for Umbria holiday rentals? Le Fornaci is immersed in the green hills of the High Tevere, conveniently on the border of two of Italy Agriturismo Le Fornaci, Perugia
A lovely villa rental with garden on Sicily’s coast. The villa is close to Agrigento, and guided tours and local activities can be organised Villa Paradise, Agrigento
Sleeps 2 to 7
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
Casale Sodini is a splendidly restored country house rental just a short distance from Pisa and Lucca. Sleeps 10 people, private swimming pool. Casale Sodini, Lucca
Sleeps 10
Swimming pool
Sassaia is a luxurious farmhouse (set on the La Foce estate) south-east of Siena overlooking the beautiful Val d´Orcia. The house sleeps up to 14 people and has a large private pool. La Sassaia, Siena
Chianti - A country villa with swimming pool in Tuscany between the towns of Radda and Gaiole, offering a superb base for vacations in Chianti. Either rent the whole villa or individual apartments. Villa Vistarenni. Villa Vistarenni, Siena
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