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Our best and most impressive luxury villas in Tuscany all share a few characteristics: they tend to have private pools, boast amazing surroundings and views, be set within plush and well-manicured grounds, and have interiors that look like something from a movie set or a decor magazine. Camporempoli, in particular, has all of these things in spades. Impossibly dreamy, this is exactly the kind of property among our Tuscany Villas that people might conjure when imagining a vacation in this part of the world. So, if you’re after the proper Tuscan getaway fantasy then read on and discover more about this remarkable gem...

Fashion-lovers often find themselves interested in a vacation in Tuscany as Italy is a well-known fashion hot spot with lots of stylish locals to admire, and Tuscany, in particular, boasts endless fashion museums to visit, incredible flagship stores and other wonderful boutiques in which to shop, and a long tradition in making astounding leather goods and jewellery, in particular. The region is also home to lots of little local sartorial gems from smaller fashion museums in various towns, to shopping outlets carrying brands like Prada, to artisans who have been working out of traditional workshops for generations, to more niche fashion specialities that can all be uncovered while staying in one of our Tuscany villas. One of these specialities is Chianti Cashmere.

While, of course, Chianti is best known for its wines and culinary heritage, as well as its lush and beautiful landscape, it is also home to one of the finest cashmere producers in the entire world. Chianti Cashmere is a sustainable, small producer making incredible objects that is a true must for the most discerning shoppers and fashion-lovers who are interested in a luxury villa in Chianti and a holiday enjoying the finer things in life from exquisite garments to unbelievable wines. 

Tuscany is one of the most beautiful and romantic places in all of Europe and it is truly magical during autumn! Autumn is all about adventure and exploration and colour on vacation in Tuscany. Those famous rolling green hills of the region all turn gold and the rich foliage of the forests, mountainsides, vineyards, parklands, and protected landscapes throughout Tuscany turn an incredible array of yellow, russet, and orange hues. Areas like Casentino, Chianti, and the Garfagnana are particularly striking in the intensity of their palettes and the unbelievable natural beauty on display. So, those who love autumnal vibes, getting cosy, and exploring nature will find that if they are looking to plan a fall getaway, few destinations could be better suited than Tuscany! 

Festivals and celebrations abound in Italy and if you find one of our Tuscany villas and plan a trip, no matter when you go, you are likely to encounter some in the surrounding area. However, if you find a villa in Tuscany during the summer or autumn months, in particular, you are going to discover that there are plenty of festivals to choose from, especially those related to food and wine. Food and wine are serious fixtures of Tuscan life, in general, and certainly of all festivals and celebrations but there are many that specifically honour certain products. If you love a good vintage then September is a great time to plan a vacation in Tuscany as this is the month in which there are lots of wine festivals throughout the famous Chianti region. One of the largest and most impressive is the annual Expo of Chianti Classico Wines that takes place in the town of Greve in Chianti. Now in its 51st year, this is a storied and well-established wine festival that allows visitors to try a wide selection of some of the best wines made in Tuscany.