Boy at a bonfire
Posted in: Christmas Curiosities Events Localities Must See Attractions Siena

If you were considering booking a villa in Siena and spending the Holidays in Tuscany, then learning about and experiencing some of the local festive traditions is a must that will make any vacation even more special and memorable. Tuscany is awash with all sorts of wonderful traditional foods, festivals, experiences, and more and her pretty and historic towns are made even lovelier each year with the addition of lights, decorations, Christmas markets, music, excited crowds, and festive cheer. The charming town of Abbadia San Salvatore, in particular, has an incredible Christmas Eve tradition that makes for an ideal way to ring in the Holidays...

The carousel in Florence at Christmas
Posted in: Activities Christmas Events Florence Localities Markets Must See Attractions Skiing & Winter Sports

If you were thinking about planning a trip to a Christmas market but you also were considering booking a villa in Florence this festive season, then why not combine the two by visiting the city’s annual Christmas markets and many other wonderful festive attractions? With the various markets opening in mid to late November and continuing through Christmas and some right into the new year, there should be plenty of opportunity to experience this beloved annual tradition for yourself, plus the city boasts a wide array of other types of fun adventures at this time of the year... 

Family and friends at Christmas
Posted in: Christmas Events Travel Tips Villas and Farmhouses Winter

Want to make the Holidays extra-special this year? Well, why not book one of our wonderful Tuscany Villas for the festive period? Set aside some proper quality time, get away from it all, make magical memories, and enjoy Tuscan Christmas scenery, traditions, and delicacies this year for an absolutely unforgettable Holiday season!


Not only does it offer you a chance to really enjoy quality time with the ones you love the most without any other distractions or responsibilities, a Christmas getaway in Tuscany also allows you to experience Christmas in Tuscany. Explore gorgeous Christmas markets like Florence’s famous Weihnachtsmarkt in Piazza Santa Croce with its German-style wooden huts and gorgeous Florentine surroundings by booking a vacation rental in Florence or head to the many smaller, regional Christmas markets that can be found in towns all throughout Tuscany over the festive period.

Skiing
Posted in: Activities Events Must See Attractions Skiing & Winter Sports Winter

Dreaming of a Tuscan getaway as you browse our Tuscany Villas? But also after a ski break in Tuscany this winter? Well, though the Alps are more well-known for their ski resorts and winter sports facilities, Tuscany’s Appenine mountains also have some great places to hit the slopes while leaving you free to spend days in between exploring the famous cities and tourist attractions of Tuscany – the best of both worlds!


Easily accessible for those who book a villa in Pistoia or a vacation rental in Florence, for example, is the Abetone pass. Located on the border between Emilia Romagna and Tuscan, this ski resort has plenty to offer visitors while also being perfect day-trip distance from many parts of Tuscany.

Relaxing in Tuscany
Posted in: Events September Villa Reviews Villa Spotlights Villas and Farmhouses

Looking for a five-star getaway in Tuscany? Well, if you want to be assured of a customer-approved stay and don’t want to rely purely on our word, then you should check out some recent reviews where our guests gave the villas in question all five stars. Maybe you’ll find exactly the villa in Tuscany that you have been looking for...