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Many people around the world have Rome on their bucket list and few destinations can match the unbelievable number of things to see and do, the timeless charm and vibrant atmosphere, and the incredible looks of the Eternal City. Steeped in history, art, and culture, Rome offers endless adventures that no one person could ever entirely take in throughout the course of a lifetime. However, one could easily start to put a dent in it and come see some of the most famous attractions and landmarks with their own eyes, as well a more personalised itinerary of other curiosities, eateries, and more. And what better way to do this than by staying in a historical apartment block right at the centre? Among our listings on Italy Villas, we have some wonderful and unique holiday rentals in Rome to choose from and, among them, Spanish Steps Top Location, is ideal for those looking to have ready access to this extraordinary city. 

Sardinia boasts some of the most amazing beaches in all of Italy, so those looking for a perfect beach holiday destination should definitely browse our vacation rentals in Sardinia and plan a trip to this magical part of the world. Among all of the gorgeous beaches on this stunning island, the one most often labelled the best and favourite amongst locals is the iconic and picture-perfect Spiaggia della Pelosa.

Spiaggia della Pelosa is around 2km from the village of Stintino on the Capo Falcone and is a 300m stretch of the coast facing north-east. With shallow and crystal clear waters in a magical deep shade of blue, soft white sands, a framing of lush vegetation, views out to Piana (Flat) Island, Asinara Island, and the Asinara Cliffs, and the picturesque 16th century Saracen Torre della Pelosa overlooking it all, it is a scenic gem that encapsulates the beauty of a vacation in Sardinia. 

With its impossibly rich cultural heritage, Italy is home to some of the most iconic works of art that are famous the world over and that most of us will have grown up seeing. While there are many famous art cities in Italy (we just recently spoke of the astounding wealth of artworks within the Vatican in Rome alone), one of the most important and significant is the city of Florence. Known as the, "birthplace of the Renaissance," it is one of the must-see destinations that every art-lover should have on their bucket list. Luckily, we have an array of amazing villas in Florence to choose from, making it easy to plan a getaway and tick it off!

While on your arty holiday in Florence, one of the aforementioned iconic artworks that can be found in this gem of a city in Tuscany is Michelangelo's David. 

The gorgeous and dreamy historic town of Montepulciano in Tuscany known for its delicious wine gained international fame back in 2009 when it was chosen as a filming location for one of the movie adaptations of Stephanie Meyer's Twilight book series, New Moon. Fans worldwide were suddenly focused on this Tuscan gem and were were captivated by both the town's beauty and its newfound connection to the beloved franchise. So, if you love the movies and/or books and have always wanted to experience the allure of Montepulciano for yourself, then browse our villas in Montepulciano and plan a visit to this charming town...

Whether you are of the Catholic faith or not, the city state of Vatican City within Rome is surely one of the most extraordinary deposits of art and craftsmanship in the world. Boasting unbelievable, soaring architectural gems on unfathomable scales and galleries and museums stuffed with works by some of the most famous artists to have ever existed in Europe, those who love culture and art and simply want to gawk at this astonishing world of beautiful things should definitely book one of our vacation rentals in Rome and visit ASAP. There is so much to see and do that you would need lifetimes to see it all but there’s no better time than the present to plan your vacation and to start to make even a tiny dent in it all.

But, what exactly is there to see? Well, here is our guide to the main spaces and attractions to visit in the Vatican once you have booked your holiday in Rome with Italy Villas...