VILLA RENTALS IN TUSCANY. Renting your own Tuscan villa or farmhouse will remind you of the simple and basic pleasures of life: soaking up the Tuscan sun, sampling the world's finest food and wines, exploring the captivating village life. Step out of the door of your holiday home and stroll the streets of Siena, Radda, Greve, explore the areas of Arezzo, Cortona, San Gimignano, Chianti, Lucca, Pisa, Florence and the Florentine Hills, or any of Tuscany's delightful smaller villages, and from even our most peaceful Tuscan villas or farmhouses you still have easy access to the culture and history of Florence. We also have villa rentals on the Tuscan coast which allow you to combine these pleasures with the relaxing atmosphere on one of Italy's most delightful coastal areas. Tuscany is an ideal spot to savor the best of Italy as everything is so very near, just a short and beautiful drive away. Click on the links below to view some of our vacation villa rentals; from farmhouses, small villas to large, luxury holiday homes & choose your Italian vacation "home away from home". RENT A LARGE VILLA .....When you have a large family or a group of friends planning a holiday, renting a large Tuscan villa or an estate is a unique way to spend your vacation in Tuscany. Rather than renting numerous hotel rooms, experience living amongst the locals, in one of our holiday rental homes.
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| Poggio Magnolie 11 bedrooms, in 3 buildings Manor house and 2 annexes, private pool, Sleeps 22 More Details
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Villa Foiano Arezzo Area
Elegant Manor house 10 bedroom 10 bath, great views of the valley, sleeps 20
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 Tuscany. Arezzo area. Large, elegant manor type villa with 10 bedroom, 10 bath that
sleeps 20. Beautiful 16th Century villa in the Tuscan countryside near the
city of Arezzo, with beautiful views of the valley and Lucignano,
meticulously restored to its ancient charm and splendor. Pleasant outdoor
areas to relax, and beautiful pool area. Interior: (800 m2 in size) Ground
Floor: Large entrance, dining room with fireplace, living room with
fireplace, lounge with game table, kitchen, WC. Next floor: 1 double
bedroom with bathroom with jacuzzi bath, 1 double bedroom with bathroom
with shower with massaging water jets, 2 twin bedded rooms with bathroom
with shower with massaging water jets, 1 twin bedded room with bathroom
with jacuzzi bath, small library. Next Floor: 1 double bedroom with
bathroom with shower with massaging water jets, 1 double bedroom with
bathroom with bath with shower with massaging water jets, 2 twin bedded
rooms with bathroom with jacuzzi bath, 1 twin bedded room with bathroom
with shower with massaging water jets. Satellite TV (plasma screen),
washing machine, dryer, dishwasher, oven, freezer and microwave. In all of
the bedrooms ADSL line is available and air conditioning (extra charge).
OUTDOORS: Large equipped and fenced in park (12,000 m2), floodlit swimming
pool (6 x 12 - 1.50 m deep), parking. ON REQUEST: Cook, domestic help,
firewood. EXTRA: Final cleaning, central heating and air conditioning
according to consumption, security deposit. LOCATION: 4 km Lucignano and
Foiano della Chiana (shopping, 20 km Arezzo, 40 km Siena, 80 km Florence,
90 km Assisi. NOTE: On request it is possible to use a meeting room (holds
30 people) to be paid locally. On the very nearby property at the villa
there is a small church that has been completely renovated and is
available for weddings. Great location to explore the wonder of Tuscany,
and nearby Cortona, Arezzo. 5 star rating our best. |
Villa Ano
11 bedroom 11 bath villa, on hillside with fabulous views, fenced heated swimming pool, sleeps 20
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Villa Clara
10 bedroom 9 bath luxury villa, Near Lucca, private pool, Sleeps 20
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Tuscany. Lucca area of Tuscany: Villa
Clara is a beautiful villa built at the end of the 18th Century. It is a
typical manor house of the period, with its own small formal park and
chapel within the grounds. It is situated in a peaceful rural location at
the center of an old wine producing estate, with farmhouses once occupied
by the farmers looking after the winery. The area, known as La Maulina,
has always been famous for its wine. Today, it is one of the most
desirable residential areas of the town of Lucca. With Lucca just 4 kms
away, this property combines proximity to a town with the peace and beauty
of the countryside. The villa was totally renovated a few years ago and
has been furnished very elegantly with antiques. It can accommodate groups
of up to 20 people, with all the bedrooms, except one, having its own
bathroom. Beautiful private swimming pool (15 x 7m)
located in a panoramic position a short walk from the house. INTERIOR: Grd
flr: Huge dining room opening via french windows onto both the front
and back gardens. Traditional Tuscan-style kitchen. Billiard room. Small
sitting room. 1st flr: 2 double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms
(shower only). 1 double bedroom and 1 twin bedroom sharing a bathroom
(shower only). 2nd flr: 2 double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms
(shower only). 3 twin bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms (1 with shower
only, and 2 with bath and shower). LOCATION: Lucca is 4 kms
away, railway station 5 kms, Lucca motorway exit 6 kms , tennis courts 500
meters, Pisa Airport 26 kms, and Florence 70 kms. STAFF: Maid service. |
Palazzo Arezzo
12 bedroom 11 1/2 bath luxury villa, private pool, Sleeps 22
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 Tuscany. Historic villa dating back to the 16th century on the same estate as Villa Arezzo which is located at the gates of Arezzo (under 1 mile from the villa). The villa has been restored to its original splendor thanks to the attentive recent renovation personally carried out by the owner. There are numerous furnished outdoor areas and an inviting swimming pool (8 x 16m). The furnishings of superb quality, the comforts it possesses, the swimming pool, and its wonderful position are all part of Palazzo Arezzo’s allure, making it the ideal place for a completely relaxing and enjoyable holiday. Nearby is the Casentino with its castles and the hermitages of the Verna and the Camaldoli. Cortona is 18 miles away, Florence Airport is 45 miles, and Perugia is 30 miles away. INTERIOR: Luxury villa, sleeps 22 people. Grd flr: Large living/dining room divided into four areas (table seats max. of 14), small kitchen, dining room (table seats 8), 2 WCs (washbasin), changing room. 1st flr: Living room with fireplace, 1 double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with bathtub, 3 twin bedded rooms each with ensuite bathroom (1 with bathtub and 2 with shower), 2 twin bedded rooms, 1 bathroom with bathtub. 2nd flr: 3 double bedrooms each with ensuite bathroom with shower, 2 twin bedded rooms each with ensuite bathroom with shower, large verandah enclosed by windows with lounge area and table seating 14. Amenities also include TV, telephone, washing machine. Extra services available on request include a cook, extra maid service, and a driver. |
Lucca Country Estate 30, Tuscany
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 Tuscany. Beautiful
historical estate with staff and private chef set on 50 acres of pine
forests and olive groves ideal for made up of a luxurious frescoed main
villa restored to a very high level with modern amenities has 11 bedrooms
and bathrooms and 5 reception rooms with extensive entertaining areas, a
casina with 1 bedroom and bathroom, and a coach house with 3 bedrooms and
bathrooms. The villa accommodates 22 people in style and comfort, with chef
and staff and for parties of 24 the casina can be rented and for 28 to 30
the coach house is also available . Ideal for family gatherings or weddings.
Nestled in 50 acres of olive groves and pine forests the villa lies in the
picturesque village of Vorno approximately 8 kilometres south of Lucca and
has extensive gardens, a floodlit tennis court, a large swimming pool and
several different al fresco dining areas. Hence the surroundings are
completely rural and tranquil yet guests have the convenience of the village
bar, shop and restaurant all being only five minutes walk away. There are
wonderful views of the surrounding hills, forests, olive groves and the Alpe
Apuane, sometimes snowcapped in the winter. The chef is a master of the
culinary art. MAIN VILLA: Ground Floor: MASTER BEDROOM with 3 foot wide
twin beds or 6 foot wide double bed, full ensuite bathroom. This room is
perfect for elderly people who do not like stairs. Views over the front
courtyard. LARGE HALL. GUEST CLOAKROOM FAMILY DINING ROOM WITH FIREPLACE.
FORMAL DINING ROOM - leading on to the camellia and lemon gardens.
LIBRARY/COMMUNICATIONS ROOM. TELEVISION ROOM. VILLA KITCHEN leading to
various pantries and to TUSCAN DEMONSTRATION KITCHEN which was originally
the ground floor of the Limonaia where the age old lemon trees of the villa
were stored in the winter. It is now used for cooking demonstrations and
breakfast and lunch - it is a very light sunny room and wonderful in winter
or summer alike. Lower Ground Floor: The former traditional Tuscan kitchen
has been transformed into a surround sound Dolby stereo cinema. This room
also doubles up as a snooker room. Mezzanine Level - Upper Limonaia: This is
part of the main villa and is reached from the half landing on the main
staircase, although it does also have its own separate entrance from the
back lawn if required. 1.BEDROOM a standard bedroom with 3ft wide twin beds
and full en suite shower room. Views over the lemon garden with pool beyond.
ADJOINING SITTING AREA with daybed (includes access from back lawn) and an
exterior door leading to the breakfast area under the wisteria with views of
the olive grove. 2. BEDROOM a superior bedrooms with a 6ft wide double bed,
full en suite bathroom and separate shower. Views over the back lawn and the
lemon garden with pool beyond. First Floor: 3.BEDROOM a premium bedrooms
with a 6ft wide double bed and full en suite bathroom. View over the back
lawn. Corridor leading to formal first floor DRAWING ROOM with grand piano
and fireplace. Views over the lemon garden from one end and down the Alpe
Apuane in the distance from the other. 4. BEDROOM a superior bedroom with
two 3ft wide single beds or one 6ft wide double bed. Large bathroom with
separate shower and Jacuzzi bath. Far ranging views over the pool and hills
and Vorno church. 5. BEDROOM a premium bedroom with 6ft wide double bed and
full en suite shower room. View over the lemon garden with fountain and
olive grove beyond. 6. BEDROOM a premium bedroom with 6ft wide double bed
and full ensuite bathroom. All the rooms on the first floor or “piano nobile”
have frescoed ceilings. View over the camellia garden and down the valley.
TOP FLOOR 7.BEDROOM a superior bedroom with a 6ft wide double bed and full
ensuite bathroom with large separate shower. View down the valley. 8.
BEDROOM a standard bedroom with two 3ft wide single beds. This bedroom is
the only room in the house which does not have an en suite bathroom but it
does have a full shower room on the lower landing which is for the exclusive
use of this bedroom. View over the lemon garden and palm tress to olive
grove beyond. 9. BEDROOM a standard bedroom with a 6ft wide double bed and
full en suite bathroom. View down the valley. 10. BEDROOM a standard bedroom
with a 6ft wide double bed and full en suite bathroom. Views over the pool
and hills. 11. Bedroom: This is a newly restored one bedroomed cottage near
the gate of the villa. It has its own private garden and patio with lovely
views over shimmering olive groves . There is an open plan kitchen and
sitting room downstairs with a double bedroom and en suite shower room
upstairs . The bed can be 2 single beds or one double bed (6ft wide) In the
sitting room there is a sofa bed which can provide 2 extra places (children
only). THE COACH HOUSE: Patio with marble table to seat 8 overlooking back
lawn and olive grove. Entrance Hall leading to a Drawing Room with an open
plan Kitchen complete with oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge. Dining room
table to seat 8. Wrought iron Balcony overlooking back lawn and olive grove.
Other windows look out over front courtyard, the camellias, the main villa
and the village church. BEDROOM a superior room with satellite TV and 6ft
wide double bed and full en suite bathroom with marble roman style bath.
Views over front courtyard, chapel, main villa, camellia garden and Vorno
church. TOP FLOOR BEDROOM a standard room with two 3ft wide single beds with
full en suite shower room. BEDROOM a standard room with 6ft wide double bed
and en suite shower room. View of olive groves and hills. LOCATION: Situated
twenty five minutes drive from Pisa airport, thirty five minutes from Forte
dei Marmi and the Versilian coast, and fifty minutes from Florence airport,
the villa offers a unique combination of easy international access, country
atmosphere and proximity to the historical and cultural delights of Tuscany.
The lovely historical town of Lucca is only 10 minutes drive north of the
estate on the old Pisa road. Lucca is the nearest railway stations, giving
easy access to La Spezia and the delights of the Cinque Terre. HISTORY: The
original building dates back to the 15th century, but through the years
there have been many changes and the actual aspect of the villa is that of
the early 1800’s when it was purchased by the Nottolini family. The main
façade is the one facing north, which has a large door with architrave and
stone frames. There is also a similar entrance on the south side of the
building where there is the flower garden, a pond, flowerbeds, rose gardens,
paths and pergolas. The estate also includes other buildings such as the
Limonaia, the building where the lemon trees were traditional stored each
winter, now a beautifully decorated full service kitchen often utilized for
cooking school demonstrations, the Stables where wine cellar and wine
tasting room is located, and the Chapel, now consecrated for Anglican
wedding ceremonies. |
Sognare Estate
16 to 18 bedroom luxury estate, private pool, tennis court, full staff with
Butler - can sleep up to 35
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Tuscany. Sognare Estate, owned for
centuries by an Italian aristocratic family, is a true gem in the heart of
Tuscany. An expansive, luxury, fully-staffed estate dating from the 15th
century, one of the finest estates in Tuscany. The
Estate is made up of a main villa, 16,700 sq.ft. in size and a guest
house, 4,850 sq.ft. in size, located 15 meters from the main villa. The
entire property was painstakingly restored and renovated during the 1990`s
with detailed attention given to every room and feature. The owners
themselves have decorated the property with an elegant and refined style.
The results are truly magnificent, the entire villa and guest house are
exquisitely furnished and fully air-conditioned. Beautiful floor
tapestries are found throughout the rooms covering the terra-cotta and
wood floors, an extensive collection of oil, prints and engravings adorn
the walls, stylishly rich fabrics, upholstery, and drapery have been
chosen to compliment original features of each room, and refurbished
antiques abound. The villa is encircled by spectacular gardens, offering
breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside with its rolling verdant
hills, olive groves, and vineyards from every vantage point. There is a
beautiful swimming pool (16 x 8 meters in size) with an adjacent large
covered outdoor seating area with couches and tables, an annex with
changing rooms, bathrooms, and sauna, a Jacuzzi for 6 people, and a
pergola which provides shade by the pool. The tennis court is located
below the pool. Next to the villa there is a large patio with a
retractable awning where al fresco meals can be served for up to 36
people. INTERIOR: MAIN VILLA: Grd floor: Large living room with
several sitting areas with CD player and floor windows overlooking the
cantina below. Three separate yet adjoining dining rooms, accommodating 31
people at round tables set under the vaulted stone ceilings, fill the
adjacent rooms with each room opening through arched glass double doors to
the south patio. Main fully-equipped professional kitchen. Spacious suite
with private entrance, off garden or through living room, to sitting room,
1 double bedroom with queen-size bed, 2 bathrooms with tub/shower and view
of the countryside. 1st floor, south wing: Main entrance to the private
rooms of the villa, reached up a short staircase from the courtyard.
Sitting room with television (wall-mounted liquid crystal display,
satellite, DVD, VCR, Play Station) with windows overlooking the courtyard.
Fully restored chapel with frescoes. 1 bedroom with single bed with large
ensuite bathroom with tub/hand-held shower and view of the countryside.
Large suite with sitting room, 1 double bedroom with queen-size bed,
ensuite bathroom with tub/shower and view of the countryside. 1 double
bedroom with king-size bed, ensuite bathroom with tub/shower. 1 double
bedroom with queen-size canopied bed, ensuite bathroom with tub/shower.
1st floor, north wing: 1 double bedroom with king-size bed, frescoed walls
and ceiling (fully restored), and ensuite bathroom with shower. 1 double
bedroom with king-size bed, sitting area, and ensuite bathroom with
jacuzzi tub/hand-held shower and south-facing window. Full bathroom with
tub/hand-held shower. Large terrace, partially covered with wood-beamed
ceiling, with sink and grill, seating for up to 12 people. 2nd floor,
south wing: 1 twin bedroom with ensuite bathroom with tub/shower. Spacious
sitting room with fireplace (decorative piece, non-working) opening onto a
large balcony with views over the garden. 1 double bedroom with queen-size
bed with ensuite bathroom with oversized tub/hand-held shower and two
large windows. 1 large double bedroom with king-size bed reached via a
private foyer with panoramic countryside views and ensuite spacious
bathroom with tub/hand-held shower. 2nd floor, north wing: 1 double
bedroom with queen-size bed, frescoed ceiling, and ensuite bathroom with
shower. 1 double bedroom with queen-size bed and ensuite bathroom with
tub/hand-held shower. Suite of two rooms with 1 twin bedroom, hall with
frescoed walls, and private bathroom with tub/hand-held shower. Lower
Level: Cantina, this
floor has been restored yet original artifacts have been preserved such as
the stone olive press. The owner's private wine cellar is here and guests
may choose from his selection. There is also a large billiard room with a
full-size antique pool table. GUEST HOUSE: Private entrance from the
courtyard, 1 double bedroom with king-size bed. Living room with TV
opening onto the courtyard. Spacious bedroom with draped double bed, with
windows overlooking the courtyard and lawn area, ensuite bath with
oversized jacuzzi tub/hand-held shower. 1st floor (small foyer leads to
staircase): 2 double bedrooms each with queen-size bed and ensuite
bathroom with shower. LOCATION: Sognare Estate is located in the Chianti
region of Tuscany, in the hamlet of Collalto, 20 minutes from San Gimignano
and Siena, 40 minutes from Florence, and under 3 hours from Rome. STAFF. |
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