Castello Di Magnano
Posted in: Emilia-Romagna Northeast Italy Villa Spotlights Villas and Farmhouses

Castello Di Magnano is a truly unique property – a quirky and pretty little apartment with lots of character that is located inside a genuine castle! For those looking to vacation in Emilia Romagna who are after a 2-bedroom bargain of a property set within magical grounds and boasting some incredible views, then this is the ideal spot for you! 

Villa Torreone, pool
Posted in: Central Italy Cortona Localities Tuscany Villa Spotlights Villas and Farmhouses

If you are a fan of pretty views, houses with incredible and distinct character, plenty of space and beautifully finished interiors, history, manicured gardens, private pools, and romantic al fresco dining areas then you will find that all this and more besides is offered if you are booking one of our Tuscany Villas for a holiday in Italy and decide upon Villa Torreone. Impossibly beautiful, it makes a lasting impression and is the kind of place where you can make special memories that will last a lifetime!

Borgo Al Castello
Posted in: Central Italy Umbria Villa Reviews Villa Spotlights Villas and Farmhouses

Borgo Al Castello is a gorgeous old stone farmhouse in the Umbrian countryside, 2km (1 mile) from the town of Montecastelli in the province of Perugia. Divided into six different units, the property boasts lush green surroundings and plentiful trees hugging the buildings; incredible views over the lovely landscape; a perfectly kitted out pool area with loungers, parasols, and dining areas framing it; a private gym; and additional services like private chef services, personalised tours of the area, a maid service, pre-stocked fridges, and a baby sitting service, that can be offered at an extra cost. Luxurious, historic, full of character and original details, this is a gem of a property and a proper little escape for those who wish to holiday in Italy or enjoy a villa in Umbria. Among the six units that can be found at Borgo Al Castello, however, Casa Tettoia has to be one of the most plush and desirable. 

Tuscan views
Posted in: Campania Central Italy Main Islands Sicily and Sardinia Southern Italy Travel Tips Tuscany Umbria Villa Reviews Villas and Farmhouses

When you are trying to plan the perfect vacation in Italy and you are browsing through the amazing and endless array of remarkable villas across our website, it can be hard to narrow it down and to decide upon exactly the right vacation rental for you and your travel companions! We sometimes spotlight particular favourites over on our blog or put together curated lists of properties according to location or a feature (being close to the sea, being romantic, being perfect for larger groups/weddings, etc). Some villas will be displayed on our homepage due to availability for certain periods or being part of a special offer. However, if you want the opinion of a previous renter and a customer rather than our choices – if you want to find out about the experience of actually staying in a property, what that feels like and which villas boast particularly charming features – then the best thing that you can do is go to our customer reviews page.


Here, you can read all about the experiences of previous guests; what they noted as special, if they would return again, what kind of holiday they had, nearby attractions to make note of, if a property is suitable for small kids, etc. Some of these reviews are lengthy and will touch on all sorts of information but some will only give a little glimpse of what you can expect – whatever detail lingers most in their mind – and this can be a key insight that only a previous guest could have about booking a particular villa. Both kinds of reviews are helpful in different ways but we’ll let you decide which ones to pay heed to or see which reviews catch your attention and imagination by letting you click through to check them out for yourself.


In the meantime, here is a curation of some recent reviews and what you can expect as well as what our customers are saying about the experience of booking a dream villa in Italy with us...

Casa Minerva, garden
Posted in: Cortona Localities Villa Spotlights Villas and Farmhouses

Casa Minerva is a seriously pretty old stone building that is located right in the historic core of the charming Medieval city of Cortona, one of the loveliest towns in all of Tuscany. However, despite being in a historic building and surrounded by ancient structures, Casa Minerva has been carefully decorated and finished in recent years to create a wonderful property combining the best of old and new worlds under one roof. Those who are looking to enjoy all of the aesthetic delights and traditional touches of Tuscany and to be located right in the centre of all of the action of one of the region’s best destinations but who don’t want to miss out on modern conveniences and comforts, therefore, will find this to be a perfectly cosy gem. With air-conditioning throughout and some massive old fireplaces, the property is also ideally set up for optimal temperatures year round, whether you’re enjoying a break during the hottest months of the summer or if you’re after a winter getaway during the coldest time of the year.