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If you find yourself enjoying a stay in one of our villas in Florence and you are looking to bring back a little of this extraordinary city home with you as souvenirs to remind yourself of your trip or as gifts for friends and family, then you are probably considering what kinds of things you might purchase. Of course, there will be all sorts of touristy bits and bobs to buy all over the city but Florence, in particular offers some really special crafts, goods, and specialities that make for very chic souvenirs. Here is our countdown of the best things to bring back from the birthplace of the Renaissance...

Nestled right in the rich green surroundings of the lush Orcia Valley, a short distance from the little town of San Casciano dei Bagni, famous for its natural hot springs, Villa Danilo is the most adorable and picture-perfect villa in Tuscany. It is located on a little road of the kind that is so common in the area, winding through a beautiful patchwork of fields, rolling hills, and valleys, framed by proud cypresses and other trees. The house itself boasts views over the beyond picturesque scenery, a charming terracotta roof, doors all over opening out into the lush gardens, a leafy porch with an elaborate area for lounging and dining al fresco, and a beautiful private pool with surrounding loungers and parasols. Yet, despite its sweet and dollhouse-like appearance, Villa Danilo is also a spacious property with seven bedrooms (each with its own bathroom) and all of the amenities and mod-cons that one might require.

Christmas is a magical time of the year and many people have all sorts of incredible traditions to enjoy at home but if you are thinking of doing something a little different then why not consider spending the Holiday Season in Tuscany? Leave the planning and preparations and chaos of the season behind and experience a relaxing Tuscan Christmas in one of our gorgeous vacation rentals in Tuscany. 

Getting to enjoy a room (or villa) with a view throughout a vacation is always sure to enhance your experience and allow you to really make the most of your surroundings when you are exploring a new place. One of the best selling-points of many of our villas in Tuscany and our luxury villas in Tuscany, in particular (in addition to incredible interiors, wonderful locations in general, gorgeous gardens, excellent amenities, and more), are the views afforded by some of our dreamiest listings.

From direct views out onto the Duomo in Florence to sweeping vistas over the famously lovely rolling green hills and charming little medieval towns of the Tuscan landscape, these properties are made just that little bit more magic and desirable by the views that they offer guests. For the final cherry on top of a dream holiday and the perfect atmosphere for a getaway in Tuscany, read on to some of our most amazing vacation rentals in Tuscany with stunning views…

Dreaming of a perfect vacation in Tuscany – experiencing the food, the wine, the beyond famous galleries and works of art, the culture, the architectural wonders and world-famous attractions, the grand churches, the incredible people-watching and style inspiration, the pretty towns and great cities, the stunning landscapes – but unsure about where to base yourself? Well, fear not as we have an array of amazing vacation rentals in Tuscany that are all over the region and suit all kinds of tastes, needs, and budgets. So, in order to find the right one for you, just answer the following questions...