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Lake Como is one of the most iconic vacation spots in all of Italy and is synonymous with relaxation, natural beauty, and glamour. 

For those who have been dreaming of experiencing all that this part of the world has to offer, we have an array of incredible villas in Lake Como to choose from, including some amazing luxury villas in Lake Como where your every whim will be catered to. We also still have some summer 2026 availability on offer if you have yet to plan your big summer trip this year.

However, if you want to experience Lake Como like a seasoned expert then you might consider holding off and booking your trip for September 2026 instead! Here’s why those who know the area well say that the best time of the year to vacation in Lake Como is in September...

Widely considered one of the most beautiful and must-see parts of Italy, the Amalfi Coast has a well-earned reputation as a scenic coastal wonder but there are certainly some things to keep in mind if you are booking a vacation on the Amalfi Coast. Read this and figure out if you should travel to the Amalfi Coast...

One of the things that we love to emphasise and that we believe really sets us apart is that our team here at Italy Villas is made up of real people that you can actually talk to directly! While we do also have an AI chat option, nothing can beat the decades of experience that our team of seasoned villa experts can offer and the ability to talk to a person who can properly answer your questions and help you with your queries.

It is our belief that while we are very proud of our listings and of the kind of customer service that we can offer our guests here at Italy Villas, while we can talk all about what we can promise, nothing compares to hearing all about it directly from other customers. This can give you the real insights into booking with us and into particular properties.

For those considering their summer 2026 getaway now who might be browsing our villas in Italy, a very helpful source of information is our guest reviews. These are a way to hear directly for our guests and to find those properties that offer something extra-special. As such, here is a curation of our vacation rentals in Italy that recently received 5-star reviews from customers and what it was that set them apart...

If you want to plan a beach holiday in Italy, Sardinia might just be best place to go as it has some of the most breath-taking beaches in all of Italy. So, check out our vacation rentals in Sardinia and our curation of some of those unmissable strands to make that perfect seaside break in Italy happen...

There is, of course, no shortage of truly remarkable beaches located all across Italy and long, famous coastlines dotted by gorgeous spots to hang out by the sea like the Amalfi Coast  and  Cinque Terre. However, Sardinia is also well-known for her beaches and for especially idyllic beaches, in particular.