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We have have been talking about Veneto all this week, which is a rather unsung hero when it comes to holiday destinations in Italy. Everyone, of course, knows Venice and Veneto and there are famous skiing areas in the region, too, but the wider region has been left relatively untouched by tourism.

Don't be deceived, however, as this is not because of a lack of things to see or do or of beauty. In fact, it is the exact opposite. Plus, some of our most extraordinary vacation rentals are located in Veneto.

If you are looking for an excellent holiday rental in Veneto, you well and truly have come to the right place.

We've been talking about some of our favourite properties in previous posts and here is another of the amazing examples you can find on our site...

Venice is most famous for her canals and most people will spend time on them during their stay in the city, even if they are avoiding the touristy gondolas. The canals are really the only way one can possibly manage to get around if they have found a vacation rental in Venice and plan on exploring the city.

However, if you do want to get a sense of the historic importance of the canals in Venice and a taste of how they used to be traversed before motorboats were invented - without paying an arm and a leg for a short spin on a gondola - why not check out the Regata Storica?

This week, we've been talking about the incredible holiday destination that is the region of Veneto. Whether you are looking to spend time in the extraordinary and world-famous capital of Venice or the romance capital of Verona, go hiking or skiing in the Dolomites or discover the many lesser-known charming towns and villages around the region, it is an ideal location. We have plenty of amazing vacation rentals in Veneto but here are some more of our favourites of just a selection of the best of the best among them:

2. Casabrando

This imposing 15th century property is still in the position of the Conti Brandolini d'Adda and maintains the family's armature, statues and the building's overall historic character.

The beautiful region of Veneto in the North of Italy is an incredible place to explore. With Venice as the highlight as the highlight, the lovely Verona as a romantic's must-see, and the remainder of the region largely untouched by tourism, it is a varied and fascinating place.

From skiing or hiking in the Dolomites to discovering the UNESCO-awarded architecture of Vicenza, to exploring the less-crowded canals of Chioggia and retracing the footsteps of Rome and Juliet in Verona, there is an endless list of interesting things to see and do. Luckily, we also have an endless list of stunning vacation rentals in Veneto so, if you're looking to plan a trip, you're in the right place.

We've chosen just some of our favourite luxury properties in Veneto to help you get started and if anything will have you hopping on a plane, it will be these amazing rentals...

If you are looking to plan a trip to the Renaissance centre of Tuscany and find a luxury villa in Florence, you might consider heading in September in order to make it to the annual Rificolona festival.

This festival celebrates the birth of the Virgin Mary who, according to Christian tradition, was born on September 8th in an unknown year, somewhere near Nazareth. The large basilica of Santissima Annunziata is dedicated to her worship and her birthday is a day of celebration that involves religious ceremonies, paper lanterns...and spit wads?

It all began in the 17th century and became a tradition wherein hundreds of peasants and farmers from the surroundings would come to the city to celebrate, bringing their wares with them; cheeses, honey, fruit and vegetables and handmade crafts.