Archive for 'Chianti'

In the penultimate post in this series, we are looking at some more of the finest and most famous wineries in Italy. No trip to Italy would be complete without enjoying the local cuisine and wine that the country is so famous for and there are few activities that are more pleasant and relaxing on a holiday than visiting a winery. Tour the grounds, learn about Italian wine and, of course, sample some!

Food and wine, alongside culture and history, is one of the main things that attracts many tourists to Italy and for good reason: both Italian food and wine have excellent reputations. Now that you have found a vacation rental in Italy and are planning your trip, why not make time to stop by a winery? It is a great way to learn about wine and food culture in Italy, learn about the winemaking process and spend a pleasant day tasting wines and trying local delicacies. We have compiled a list of some of the country's best-loved and most famous wineries to help you find the right one to visit. Or you could just do a wine tour and visit them all!

If you have found a vacation rental in Italy and are planning your trip, you probably have certain images and ideas in mind. No doubt, you are most likely looking forward to a different pace of life, relaxing and taking it easy and the best thing for that? Italian wine, of course! Just imagine it, sitting out in one of our stunning rentals, a glass of wine in hand, a setting sun and a wonderful view to enjoy.

For those interested in learning more about Italian wine, tasting it and finding some of the best wine to bring home, just take a look at our list of some of the best wineries and vineyards in the country that are open for visits, tours and tastings!

Volpaia is a pretty and picturesque fortified village in the Chianti Classico wine region of Tuscany. Also referred to as the Castello di Volpaia, although that is actually the registered name of the winery located there, much of the town is actually owned by said winery. In fact, it isn't really inaccurate to say that Volpaia is the wine village of Tuscany. If you are a great lover of wine, there really isn't any better town to visit in all of Italy and it has more to offer beyond the vineyard, as well. There are incredible views across the surrounding rolling hills and lush green fields of the Chianti landscape, a pretty and well-preserved historic centre, three excellent restaurants, exceptionally fresh air and various activities to enjoy.

So, if you've always wanted to learn about Tuscan wine and want to indulge in some tastings and excellent food, why not find a luxury villa in Chianti and spend a day in beautiful Volpaia.

Continuing on from our last post, here are more of just some of our picks of the best interiors in the vacation rentals in Italy that you can find on Italy Villas. From modern minimalist dreams to cosy Alpine chalets, Mediterranean villas to historic palaces, there are all sorts of properties across the website. No matter where your tastes lie when it comes to interiors, we have it and particularly lovely examples to boot. Just take a look at some of our picks and then feel free to browse through the endless other options that are available, should you be looking for something more specific. If you're having trouble finding something, why not contact us where our team of experts are waiting, 24/7, to help you find the holiday rental of your dreams.

3. Villa Di Montelopio

Villa Di Montelopio dates from the 16th century and still retains the atmosphere of the period, though part has been totally restored in recent years. You still find the cotto floors and the beamed ceilings but with all modern comforts now a bonus.