Archive for 'Florence'

In the last post in this series, we are rounding up some of the most extraordinary vacation rentals on our website: the historic villas, palaces and castles of Tuscany. These magnificent and historic architectural gems are steeped in history, pretty to look at and full of charm and the perfect place to have a holiday that's like something from a fairytale. Here are the last of our picks...

9. Castello Leopoldo (Available from €1428 per night)

This is, quite possibly, the most stunning of all the properties on our website. Castello Leopoldo is a wonderful castle dating back to the 16th century, that is situated in panoramic location on the hills surrounding Campiglia Marittima and is a romantic-style building, which has preserved its ancient charm and original architectural features. With enchanting views over the valley below that stretch out as far as to the island of Elba, in the distance, on clear days, it is a perfect getaway destination.     Read More

While there are lots of stunning vacation rentals in Tuscany across our website – homes that boast lovely interiors, great locations, beautiful views, private pools, excellent facilities and more – there is a very special category among our most incredible properties; the palaces, grand villas and castles. These historic and lovely gems are very special places and if you are planning a wedding abroad or a once-in-a-lifetime getaway, they are the dreamiest possible locations. Here are just ten of these amazing rentals...

1. Villa Camaiore (Available from €714 per night)

This beautiful 18th century villa is located in scenic position, high on the hills along the Versilia Coast in Tuscany, with sweeping views across the surrounding landscape, extending to the Tuscan islands and the Cinque Terre in the distance.     Read More

With the Autumn season right around the corner, it has never been a better time to find a vacation rental in Tuscany and plan a Fall trip.

Fall is a stunning time of year in Tuscany when the eating is good, the landscape is even more breathtakingly beautiful and there are plenty of other perks too. Here are more reasons to get to it and organise a trip to Tuscany this Autumn...

3. Less tourists

Summer, as one would imagine, is the busiest time of year to visit Italy but, in the following months, things quiet down. Starting in September and, clearly visible in October and November, the crowds dissipate, the queues shorten, and availabilities are better.     Read More

Fashionable Florence is a great city to spend a chic day out. From stylish museums to elegant eateries, we have been outlining just some of the ways to spend your day in the last post but now, post lunch, here's what you should do to finish off the chicest possible day out in Florence. Just find your luxury villa in Florence and come experience it for yourself...

3PM, Time to shop!: Now that you've filled your stomach and learned more about the history of fashion in Florence, it's time to buy a little slice of it to bring home with you and where better to shop than Via De' Tornabuoni?

A post shared by Simone Sani (@simosssani) on Jul 23, 2018 at 1:31am PDT

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