Tuscany

The Cradle of European Culture

"I was thinking we should get going, but my husband was drinking wine from unmarked bottles that had been brought out of the cellar. I decided to stroll through the vineyards. When I returned, Mariana had set a long table outside with a red checked cloth. She had a salami, someone else had olives. Pepino, Mariana's husband went to pick tomatoes. One of Mauela's sons fetched some mozzarella from my car.

Mariana asked me to light the candle and I replied in my best Italian, "Dov'e' il semaforo?" Everyone laughed because I had asked for the traffic lights. The table was spread with cheese and tomatoes and Tuscan bread and salami. Though we had reservations elsewhere and other places to be, we all sat and drank wine under the stars until it was time for bed." - from On Italian Time by Mary Morris

When people think of Tuscany, most images conjure up a mental picture of rolling countryside with olive groves and cypress trees, such as captivated the Renaissance painters. A region best known for its landscape, art, wines, olive oil and the language – the language of Dante, Petrarch and Boccaccio whose Tuscan dialect became Italy’s official language and national tongue. Her hill towns and art cities quietly complement the artistic riches of Florence. With its restful pace and orderly landscape of cultivated fields and vast vineyards, total Tuscany intoxicates the senses. From the shores of the shimmering Tyrrhenian Sea to the slopes of the Apennines, Tuscany flaunts her charms: great cities embracing treasure of art and ancient architecture; green hills and valleys under a cobalt sky; warm-hearted wines that match the spirit of the Tuscan peop

Casa Alta	7 people	Greve in Chianti
In a hill top position with sweeping views, pool, tennis court and delightful furnishings, a beautiful stone farmhouse
Casa Caccia	8 people	Pergine Valdarno
Charming stone country house excellent for a large family, charming furnishings, lovely pool and outdoor areas
Casa del Ruscello	8 people	Cortona
Recently restored old farmhouse, brimming with charm, gorgeous furnishings, views, luxury and location.
Casa Felciai & Casa Fabbri	21 and 22 people	Arezzo
Two very large, beautiful farmhouses in the traditional Tuscan style, each with pool and guest house
Casa il Frutteto	8 people	Cortona
Delightful rustic villa within walking distance of Cortona, very chic decor, heated pool, chef's kitchen
Casa Stefano	7 people	Pistoia
Charming villa with large garden, spacious interiors with lovely deco, ideally located in Northern Tuscany
Casale Belvedere	8 people	Volterra/San Gimignano
Set in a splendid panoramic position, a charming spacious newly restored stone house with pool
Casale San Casciano	10 + 4 people	Mercatale Val di Pesa
Once a monastery, now a charming private country house in a tranquil panoramic position near Florence
Castello di Vallone	12 people	near Florence
Splendid luxury in a newly renovated castle in the heart of Chianti area, for an unforgettable stay
Fattoria Medicea	11 + 5 people	San Miniato
Outstanding luxury villa, the result of clever restoration of an ancient XV century building, constructed by the Medici family
Il Boscarello	20 people	Siena
Wonderful large XVII Century villa with breathtaking views, spacious, elegant and luxurious accommodation - See specials page for discounted rates!
Il Casale di Celsa	8 people	Sovicille
Lovely very luxurious home on a Castle estate, near Siena, which has remained intact since the Middle Ages. The accommodation has been home to many VIPs.
Il Gioiello	12 or16 people	Pienza
Stunning recently restored country villa with outstanding very chic decor, spacious living areas, a real jewel! SEE SPECIALS PAGE FOR DISCOUNTEED PRICES
La Casina	8 people	Cortona
A delightful stone house on a hill with panoramic views, beautifully restored, charm and space, pool.
La Chiantigiana	9 people	Fiano
Beautiful spacious stone farmhouse in the Chianti area, surrounded by olive groves, views to San Gimignano, pool, large garden, a delight. SEE SPECIALS PAGE FOR FABULOUS DISCOUNTED RATES BETWEEN 7 AUGUST - 4 SEPTEMBER for occupancy by 4, 6 or 9 people!
La Civetta	11 people	Casole d'Elsa
Lovely restored stone farmhouse with large garden and pool, sweeping views, walking distance to village. 30% discount on bookings for September 2010 - see SPECIALS !
Meridiana	8 people	Montecarlo
In a small hamlet, a charming and beautifully furnished villa with large garden and pool
Podere delle Grazie	12 people	San Casciano
Delightful stylish, spacious country house with luxury finishes, in classic Chianti countryside
Podere La Prunella	10 people	Pienza
Ancient country house with a magical atmosphere in the splendid Val D'Orcia, views, two pools. SEE SPECIALS PAGE FOR DISCOUNTED PRICES
Podere Montisoni	8 people	Ambra
Wonderfully renovated farmhouse with pool, views, surrounded by olives groves, vineyards and woods
Podere Uliveto	11 people	Montalcino
The Tuscan dream come true! Wonderful old stone villa of charm, with guest house, near Siena
Sasso Canaldo	up to 18 people	Lucignano
A charming large property with main villa for 9, cottage for 5, two small apartments, views, large pool, garden.
Tenuta Bel Poggio	10 people	Lucca
Simply stunning, luxurious rustic villa, splendid furnishings, set on a hill in vineyards and olive groves
Terrazza di Montaione	6 people	near San Gimignano
Cosy newly renovated villa in the heart of Tuscany on the wine trail, charming furnishings, pool, views
Villa Il Castagno	16 people	San Gimignano
Excellent for a large group, a spacious villa on a large historic estate, pool, views, close to Florence & Siena.
Villa La Piazzetta	12 people	Monterchi
Large stylish villa, lovely decor, pool, on the Tuscany-Umbria border in a small town, walk everywhere
Villa San Michele	10 people	Vico d’Elsa
In the heart of Chianti, within walking distance to the village, a most charming country house with pool and views