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Our luxury villas in Tuscany are so defined by having certain attributes – a beautiful house with impressive grounds, excellent amenities, and great views and/or an amazing setting. There are variations, of course, but these are the basic ingredients and elements that Podere D’Asso has in spades! Set in the rolling green hills of Tuscany, among cypresses, olive groves, and vineyards, this gem of a property is in the most pastoral spot and is perfect for those who are looking to leave daily life far behind and well and truly get away from it all.

While the Hannibal television show (2013-2015) was ultimately cancelled, it has since become a major cult classic and has been long recognised by critics as one of the best television shows in recent history. Fans of the show are of the especially passionate variety and if you are among their number and considering a villa in Florence for your next vacation, then you may be interested in learning about the filming locations that were featured in season 3, much of which takes place in the city. 

Tuscany has so much to offer even the most discerning of tourists that it is no surprise that it remains one of the most popular and beloved tourist destinations in Italy and in Europe.

There is, of course, the delicious cuisine as well as the amazing wines of the region, the stunning rolling green hills and pretty historic towns that make up the landscape, the impossibly fascinating culture capitals that are the cities, the spa towns with their natural hot springs, and much more besides to discover during a getaway in this part of the world. 

However, today we are specifically thinking about the appeals of booking a villa on the Tuscan Coast.

It is important that everyone in your party can enjoy a vacation comfortably and safely and as we have a range of accessible villas in Tuscany to choose from, it is certainly possible to accommodate those who may have mobility issues or require the use of a wheelchair.

While a getaway in Tuscany can be enjoyed by everyone, it is certainly true that many historic buildings, attractions, and towns can pose difficulties to those who have challenges when it comes to mobility. Progress has been made and destinations like Florence are actively working on making sure that all tourists can enjoy the city by introducing paved areas through cobbled sections of the city, adding lifts and ramps to buildings, and more. Although not quite everywhere is up to standard yet, here is a list of some museums in Florence and their accessibility features so you can plan a trip during a holiday in Florence, worry-free: