La Sorgente, al fresco
Posted in: Apulia Central Italy Localities Lucca Southern Italy Tuscan Coast Tuscany Villa Reviews Villa Spotlights Villas and Farmhouses

Have yet to plan your summer vacation? Well, then check out these villas in Italy that have all recently received 5-star reviews from our customers and that have at least one week available for summer 2026. Some of the properties have more availability but you will want to move fast to secure your stay at these remarkable gems...

Il Pigionale
Posted in: Central Italy Pretty Views Tourist Attractions Tuscany Villa Spotlights Villas and Farmhouses

Located in the charming town of Pergine Valdarno, within easy day-trip distance of Arezzo, Siena, and Florence, Il Pigionale is an impossibly sweet little villa in Tuscany that is one of our top-rated properties. Earning almost universally 5-star reviews, this gem sleeps four guests in two bedrooms, with two bathrooms, boasts charming traditional features, allows guests to enjoy peaceful small town life in Tuscany, and is within walking distance of all of the basic services you could need, but that’s not all! With incredible hosts that make the experience of staying here truly magical, it’s something extra-special. But don’t just take it from us, hear all about why previous guests have rated this vacation rental in Tuscany a 5-star gem...

Villa Gallietta, pool
Posted in: Apulia Castle Spotlights Castles & Palaces Central Italy Lakes Localities Southern Italy Tourist Attractions Travel Tips Tuscany Villa Spotlights Villas and Farmhouses

With so many listings all across Italy, here at Italy Villas we are proud to be able to offer all sorts of different kinds of villas in Italy to our customers. They vary hugely when it comes to size, numbers of guests that they sleep, amenities, price-point, location, and style. However, we also have a variety of uniquely Italian traditional property types to choose between, from literal castles to fascinating local building styles that have endured for centuries. If you're an architecture fan or you love staying in distinct regional properties, there are some very special options for you to choose among. Here's a guide to some of the incredible Italian types of homes that we offer...

Il Gallinaio
Posted in: Central Italy Localities Orcia Valley Pretty Views Tourist Attractions Tuscany Villa Spotlights Villas and Farmhouses

Dreaming of an impossibly idyllic escape for two in the Tuscan countryside? Want to be able to enjoy long and lazy meals al fresco with birdsong and lush surroundings as your backdrop? Looking for a bargain without compromise? Well, then Il Gallinaio is the perfect little villa in Tuscany for you! 

Dining in Rome
Posted in: Central Italy Food and Wine Travel Tips Tuscany

Food is incredibly important in Italy, for both locals and visitors alike and most travellers who book a villa in Italy will be looking forward to eating well with a good degree of anticipation. In order to well and truly savour your meal like a local and avoid dining disasters, here are some things that you might keep in mind: