Piedmont - In the Monferrato Hills, 20km from the mediaeval towns of Asti and Albi, this friendly farmhouse bed and breakfast lies in unspoiled countryside. Bed and Breakfast Profumi.
Tuscany - A recently refurbished, friendly 2-star hotel offering holiday accommodation in the centre of Florence. Hotel Ariston, Florence.
Campania - These attractive holiday apartments for rent lie in a spectacular seaside castle on Ischia. Castello Aragonese.
Tuscany villa - On the Mediterranean coast, visitors can rent the main wing (sleeps 6) or both wings (up to 11) of this substantial country house - Grande Prato.
Lake Como, Italy - Simple, comfortable holiday accommodation, this is a villa for rent in a little village on the shores of the lake. A large garden and excellent views of the waters make for a lovely vacation in Lombardy. Villa Luna Pognana.
Piedmont — A century-old, 3-storey holiday villa for rent right on the shores of Lake Maggiore. This villa is unique because it is one of the few properties on Maggiore with its own private shore. Villa Donizetti.
Tuscany - An impeccably restored 18th century villa with pool within a beautiful 10-acre estate southwest of Florence. Sleeping up to 16 people - Villa Teatro.
This nicely furnished, air-conditioned vacation apartment for 2(+2) lies just 3km south of Florence.
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.
Tuscany - A holiday apartment in a fairytale setting within a Gothic castle east of Siena. Offering rental accommodation for 2-4, the accommodation has a peaceful country setting. Castle of the Four Towers.
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.
Tuscany - A lovely 15th century holiday house in a village south-east of Siena. Well-equipped with central heating, ceiling fans and a private swimming pool, it gives wonderful views over the Tuscan countryside. La Capannina.
Tuscany - Stylish holiday apartments on an old estate in Chianti, between Florence and Siena. The flats are in and next to an 18th century villa with a tower dating back to the year 1000. Villa della Torre.
Calabria - Enjoy a romantic holiday or honeymoon in Italy at the 3-star Hotel Village Eden, situated on the coast of Calabria in southern Italy. Hotel Village Eden also offers both villa and apartment rentals.
Piedmont — A lovely little 3-Star hotel with delightful views near Asti and Alba. Nice rooms, air-conditioning and conference facilities make this a real find in northern Italy. Castiglione Hotel.
Puglia - Bed and breakfast accommodation in an 18th century manor house in the countryside of southern Italy. Sunbathe, walk and cycle in a peaceful, natural environment; make the short trip to the coast; or explore the nearby port city of Taranto, founded by the Spartans in 700BC. B and B Masseria Murgia Albanese
Locanda Ca' Formosa, Venice - Holiday accommodation near San Marco in central Venice. This 3-star hotel offers spacious, elegant rooms with air conditioning, 24-hour room service and satellite TV.
Cinqueterre Residence, Liguria - Charming holiday accommodation in the Cinque Terre with short stay apartments and bed and breakfast accommodation ... a romantic and scenic spot for your holiday in Italy.
Hotel Noemi, Venice - In the historical centre of Venice, this nicely decorated hotel offers good value accommodation within strolling distance of the Piazza San Marco.
Hotel Garni Ischia, Lake Garda - This hospitable, family-run guesthouse offers holiday accommodation in the pretty town of Malcesine on the shores of Lake Garda.
Bed and Breakfast La Vigna, Italian Lakes - This & holiday apartment for rent lies on the shores of Lake Monate, near Lake Maggiore and just 20km from Milan's Malpensa Airport.
Hotel Nazionale, Liguria Coast - This stylish, friendly family-run hotel in Levanto is a great base for excursions to La Spezia and the Cinque Terre, and is conveniently situated for both town and beach.
La Vecchia Sassa Apartments, Tuscany - Sitting amidst the triangle formed by Florence, Siena and Pisa, these vacation apartments have a central swimming pool (14x7) and splendid views in the hills of Chianti.
Fattoria di Cinciano Villa and Apartments, Tuscany - Spend your vacation on a 900-year-old wine estate in Chianti. This eight-bedroomed villa and traditionally decorated apartments, share two pools and extensive grounds.
Lombardy - A holiday house/bed and breakfast upon the beautiful Lake Como. Built on three levels, the house sits within a tranquil and relaxing garden. B and B Edera.
Casa Girasole, Tuscany - A stylishly decorated holiday apartment sleeping 2+2 guests in the little village of Castello San Gimignano. It offers lovely views of the famous towers of San Gimignano, and easy access to Volterra and Siena.
Albergo Sangallo, Tuscany - A bright, friendly hotel near the famous Tuscan wine town of Montepulciano. Set in a landscape of rolling hills, vineyards and woods, the hotel is an easy drive from Siena, Lake Trasimeno, Cortona and even Florence.
Hotel Restaurant Paradiso, Liguria - Within walking distance of the breathtaking Cinque Terre, this seaside hotel offers holiday accommodation and a restaurant a short distance from La Spezia.
Le Sorgive e Le Volpi, Lombardy - Near Lake Garda, this vacation farm offers apartments and rooms for rent. It has excellent facilities including a pool, restaurant, gym and horse riding school.
Brigolante is an old Umbrian farmhouse that has been in the same family for eight generations, and offers get-away-from-it-all accommodation in three charmingly restored apartments.