For period drama lovers and antiques fanatics who come to vacation in Tuscany, the rich breadth of history and heritage that you can experience while spending time in the region is surely a major draw. While you can certainly dive into this history and appreciate it during visits to well-preserved medieval towns, grand Renaissance palaces, world-class renowned museums, and timeless scenery in the famous rolling green landscapes of the region, the best way to truly experience the vibrant history of Tuscany is by living in it!
Wake up to dreamy interiors that will immediately transport you back in time, live in a space occupied by incredible works of art and antiques, spend lazy days in pools and dining al fresco on amazing grounds, stroll through stunning gardens filled with sculptures, fountains, and beautiful plants – all this and more can be enjoyed at one of our gorgeous historic villas in Tuscany!
Looking for the perfect gem among our historic vacation rentals in Tuscany? Well, then check out this curation of some of the most beautiful among them...
San Lorenzo A Vaccoli
Sleeps up to 10
5 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
Nestled by hills and rich greenery 1km from the town of San Lorenzo A Vaccoli and 10km from the famous walled town of Lucca, Villa de Ranieri is a beautiful historic palace with grand and spacious interiors that are sumptuously appointed and stunning grounds. The rear veranda is a beautiful place to sip wine and chat into the night, the private pool area is perfectly set up, amazing works of art and antiques are dotted throughout, the bathrooms are luxurious, the kitchen filled with charm, and the manicured gardens are dotted with lovely areas to sit or walk and are filled with plants and blooms.
Various additional services are offered, some included in the rental price and some upon request and at an additional fee, and all of the mod-cons and comforts you could ask for are provided. With the Lucca, Pisa, and the Tuscan Coast all a short distance away, this gem is also well-located for making the most of your time in Tuscany!
Available from €1542 per night, Villa de Ranieri currently has plenty of dates for summer 2026 but is sure to book up fast so don’t wait around!
Ossaia
Sleeps up to 18
9 bedrooms
10 bathrooms
Overlooking sunflower fields, 2km from Ossaia and 5km from Cortona, Villa Ivana-Cortona is another beautiful historic palace surrounded by magical Tuscan scenery. A little bit more modernised but still with lots of wonderful historic details, original features, and period charm, the house boasts frescoes, interesting works of art, lovely antiques, a grand dining room, some truly romantic bedrooms, and various spacious communal areas to make the most of your time together.
Private chef services at the villa can be enjoyed in various dining areas in these communal spaces or al fresco. The large and manicured gardens feature a well-equipped pool area surrounded by sun loungers and parasols with an outdoor shower for your convenience. You can also enjoy the lush blooms, sculptures, walkways, and other areas to sit out and take pleasure in your surroundings.
Available from €1263 per night, Villa Ivana – Cortona is booked for most of June 2026 and all of July but has half of August free. Book your stay now while there is still some summer availability for this year!
Torrita di Siena
Sleeps up to 24
12 bedrooms
14 bathrooms
This beautiful and massive wonderfully restored villa dating back to the 18th century is located on 10,000 square meters of grounds and overlooks rolling green hills, vineyards, and olive groves between the famously lovely Val di Chiana and Val d'Orcia. At just 3km from the centre of Torrita di Siena, it perfectly combines peaceful natural surroundings with access to the rest of Tuscany.
Enjoy living in spacious interiors with historic touches, strolls through the garden with its wide boulevards framed by hedges and roses, woods, and lawns, days at the amazing private pool, and al fresco meals while taking in those quintessential Tuscan views.
Available from €2234 per night, this incredible villa also hosts weddings and is currently already booked up for June and July 2026 but has a couple of weeks still free in August.
