Archive for 'September'

Those who may have left it too late to plan a getaway for summer 2026 or maybe anyone who was simply hoping to book a September stay in a villa in Italy is sure to enjoy the perfect combination of leftover summer sun and early autumnal culinary delights. Food festivals and seasonal specialities are not unique to autumn and can be enjoyed all throughout the year in Italy but once autumn sets in and harvests are completed, the whole thing kicks into overdrive. So, for those who love to eat well and eat heartily, it is a great time to explore Italy. 

Cheese-lovers, in particular, should find a vacation rental in the Orcia Valley around the first week of September when the local town of Pienza celebrates its beloved and award-winning cheeses in the Festa del Cacio...

Those who book a villa in Milan will likely already have a visit to the city’s famed cathedral on their itinerary but if you are planning on taking in this iconic landmark and architectural gem, might we suggest heading there on a summer evening this year? If so, you’ll get to experience the most magical event in Milan and the must-see attraction in Milan in 2026...

Serate d’Incanto takes place on the Duomo Terraces each Thursday from the 11th of June to the 10th of September 2026 and is a summer programme of musical events that are being held to allow guests to appreciate the building and the skyline while enjoying an elegant evening of classical music in Milan.

Lake Como is one of the most iconic vacation spots in all of Italy and is synonymous with relaxation, natural beauty, and glamour. 

For those who have been dreaming of experiencing all that this part of the world has to offer, we have an array of incredible villas in Lake Como to choose from, including some amazing luxury villas in Lake Como where your every whim will be catered to. We also still have some summer 2026 availability on offer if you have yet to plan your big summer trip this year.

However, if you want to experience Lake Como like a seasoned expert then you might consider holding off and booking your trip for September 2026 instead! Here’s why those who know the area well say that the best time of the year to vacation in Lake Como is in September...

Those interested in fashion, design, art, and cosmopolitan delights are often drawn to the city of Milan while they enjoy a vacation in Lombardy. Home to chic bars and boutiques, incredible museums, and amazing designers of all descriptions, it has plenty to offer those interested in beautiful and interesting objects and works of art.

The Palazzo Reale, the former seat of local government for centuries and a vast palatial structure, is today one of the city’s premier spaces for art, design, and culture. It is a cultural centre of the city and showcases international art and design exhibitions of modern and contemporary works in collaboration with some of the most famous and celebrated museums and institutions around the world.

Recently, it has hosted important and large-scale exhibitions of the works of Picasso, Munch, Dolce & Gabbana, Cézanne and Renoir, Goya, famous photographers, thematic group exhibitions, and more. Those who love the works of the surrealist artist and writer Leonora Carrington, meanwhile, will be able to see the first exhibition of her works in Italy at the Palazzo Reale if they book a holiday rental in Milan or a villa in Lombardy and plan a day-trip into Milan from September of this year into January of 2026. And if you’ve never even heard of her? Then, this is your chance to discover her trippy, colourful, fantastical, and beautiful works of art!

There’s still time to book a summer 2024 vacation in Italy! With a few weeks still left in the summer, we have a range of incredible holiday rentals in Italy with last-minute availability to choose from. Beat the August heat at one of our villas with pools in Italy for a perfect end to the summer!

With villas in Tuscany, vacation rentals in Apulia, holiday rentals in Umbria, and more to choose from, there is something for everyone among these last-minute villas in Italy but don’t wait around as now is your last chance to book a perfect getaway this summer.