Archive for 'Countryside'

There are some villas that just immediately capture the imagination and conjure times past. Villa Tambellini de Fondra is one such example – a historic gem of a villa in Tuscany, with pretty Italian-style gardens, a charming little chapel, a private pool, and lush green surroundings. Better still, you get all this while being on the outskirts of the lovely medieval town of Lucca. So, you have the best of both worlds – the convenience of being in a town with the pleasures of being in the stunning Tuscan countryside. You also get a taste of history and luxury at a reasonable price point. So, if you’ve been dreaming of a magical getaway in Tuscany steeped in charm and tradition and lots of style, then this romantic base is the perfect option! 

Love to combine hiking with both stunning natural scenery and incredible historic sites? Well, if you are planning on booking a villa in Tuscany and are thinking about things to include on your itinerary, then we would suggest heading to a villa in Prato and the surrounding area to tackle the Medici Route.

Stretching between four different historic Medici Villas and over a total distance of 78.3km, through three provinces, nine municipalities, four stages, and two rings, those who decide to experience it for themselves could certainly take the more ambitious option of tackling the whole thing. If you go for this option, it should take about four or more days of quite serious hiking, though the hiking trails themselves are described as not overly difficult.

Those a little less dedicated to the route as a whole but who might like to experience parts of it, meanwhile, could absolutely choose to tackle sections, instead. This is a much more doable option for most and a nice way to combine a little bit of hiking with some visits to the extraordinary and UNESCO World Heritage Site-awarded Medici Villas. 

A gorgeous stone villa in the traditional Tuscan style, Podere Lorena is an impossibly charming property located down a quiet lane in a lush and scenic area of the Tuscan countryside, 14km (9 miles) from the town of Monteriggioni and only 14km (9 miles) from the renowned medieval city of Siena. Sleeping up to 12 guests comfortably in six bedrooms with six bathrooms, this well-maintained and typically Tuscan gem is ideal for those who want to plan a true escape among the famous rolling green hills and winding roads of this picturesque part of the world but who still want the iconic attractions of the region at their fingertips. Gather a group of pals and/or the extended family and come indulge in a slice of la dolce vita.

For those who want to plan a special getaway and who are looking for a villa in Tuscany that offers wonderful accommodation in addition to some amazing amenities, extra services, and incredible hosts – basically, a vacation experience that goes above and beyond – we like to think that booking with us at Tuscany Villas is the best way to go. However, if you’re really after a place that leaves people singing its praises and remembering a holiday among the best they’ve ever had, then you can use our guest reviews to find properties that really do offer something special.

To get you started on your journey to find that special vacation rental in Tuscany, we have compiled a list of just some of our properties that have gotten rave reviews...

Right now, if you head on holiday to stay in one of our amazing villas in Tuscany, especially if you find a vacation rental in the Maremma area or a holiday rental in the Val D’Orcia, you will likely encounter the incredible sight of fields upon fields of golden sunflowers. Blooming from around the middle of July until around the middle of August, these stunning flowers may not be native to the area but are now actually a symbol for Tuscany.