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For fashion lovers and fans of the first movie, the release of the Devil Wears Prada 2 this month loomed large in calendars as a major film event of the year. With a good portion of the plot taking place in Milan, one of the oldest and most celebrated fashion capitals in the world, those planning their summer stay at a villa in Lombardy or a vacation rental in Milan might want to take note of some key locations to add to their travel itinerary.

Set two decades after the original film, this sequel sees Anne Hathaway’s Andy Sachs return to Runway as their new features editor after every member of staff at her former newspaper is laid off. In need of a job and recently having gone viral for a speech on the continued importance of journalism in the current era, she takes the new role and must once again dive into the world of fashion and face off against Meryl Streep’s formidable Miranda Priestly. 

For those who cannot bear to leave their four-legged pal behind, they’ll discover that there are few more dog-friendly or pet-friendly holiday destinations than Italy. Lots of businesses and attractions allow your furry family member to come along with you and we have plenty of pet-friendly vacation rentals in Italy here at Italy Villas so don’t compromise, enjoy your well-earned getaway and bring your pet along with you to be part of those precious memories...

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...

For those who are looking to plan a dream luxury escape on the Amalfi Coast, then Mansour is a vacation rental that is sure to astound. Located on one of the most breath-taking stretches of the Italian coastline, directly overlooking the beautiful, buzzy, and highly desirable town of Positano, it serves up a little slice of paradise for your holiday in Italy. Not only does the centre and the iconic skyline of this exclusive resort unfold directly below your terrace but it is just a short stroll away. The nearest beach is just 200 steps away and a private pool is perched on another terrace, allowing you to enjoy postcard perfect views while you soak in the water. Sleeping up to four guests in two bedrooms with two bathrooms, Mansour is an exceptionally pretty luxury villa on the Amalfi Coast in an incredible prime location.

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...