Villa Gallietta, pool and garden
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If you and group of your loved ones are looking to enjoy a very special experience of a vacation on Lake Como then Villa Gallietta is a dream option. Not only is it positioned directly on the lake and a 5-minute walk from the centre of Como but it is a truly stunning historic property with endless charm, incredible amenities, and truly astonishing curb appeal. Sleeping up to 16 guests across 8 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, this beautifully restored 18th century luxury villa in Italy is an exclusive gem for those who want the best of the best...

Manarola, Amalfi Coast
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Many of our vacation rentals in Italy offer guests a perfect weekly stay in charming surroundings. However, if you really want to make the most of your time in the country and you are thinking about visiting a few areas in Italy over the course of a couple of weeks or more, or if you are planning a long weekend, then you might be interested in shorter stays in different rentals. Luckily, we do have many villas in Italy where a short stay is possible and we can certainly facilitate a tour of Italy with some perfect holiday rental options at each stop – but how should you plan such a trip?

A dog on the beach in Italy
Posted in: Central Italy Lakes Liguria Localities Northwest Italy Travel Tips Tuscany Villas and Farmhouses

More and more often, people choose to travel with their pets. When an animal is such a beloved member of the family, it can be impossibly difficult to leave them behind while you go off on an adventure. If you are the kind of person who wishes that your four-legged friend could join in on those adventures, then why not consider our pet-friendly villas in Italy? These vacation rentals all allow guests to bring along a pet (or maybe two) upon request in advance of your holiday in Italy. 

A woman in Rome
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Planning on holidaying in Italy this summer and staying in one of our incredible villas in Italy this summer? Well, then you’re probably considering your itinerary, looking up nearby attractions, learning about the country and the area in which you will be staying in particular, and picking up the odd thing here and there ahead of your trip. You’re likely looking forward to the getaway with excitement. If this is the case and you are wondering just what you should prepare in advance and what you should bring with you, then here is our guide to the key items to pack for a summer vacation in Italy…

Florence
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If you have been dreaming of a vacation in Italy and you really want to cover as much ground as possible and tick as many things as you can off your bucket list, then you might be wondering about how best to fit it all in. We usually suggest picking one destination, finding a dream villa in Italy to suit you, and really soaking up your surroundings but, for many, they might only get to Italy once in a lifetime. If this is the case then, of course, you will want to make the most of it. Here’s how we think you should plan a perfect itinerary and holiday in Italy.