Villas in Tuscany

• Villas for every group: From restored stone farmhouses to sleek modern retreats with private pools, Tuscany's villas suit couples yearning for romance and families wanting space and privacy in luxurious surroundings.
• Where to base yourself: Pick the Chianti hills for wine country, Florence and Lucca for art and history, or the Maremma coast for beaches and pine forests.
• Trusted by guests: Our top-rated Tuscan villas score above 9.3/10, praised for their pools, panoramic terraces and welcoming hosts.
• Where to eat: Tuscany rewards food lovers with Michelin dining in Chianti and Florence, hearty trattorias and world-renowned wines.
• Things to do: Explore the Orcia Valley, the walls of Lucca, Pisa's monuments and the vineyards of Chianti.

Tuscany's villas range from centuries-old stone farmhouses wrapped in olive groves to sleek, modern retreats with infinity pools. Couples will find romantic hideaways with panoramic terraces, whilst larger families and groups can spread out across multi-bedroom estates with gardens and room to gather. If you would prefer something smaller, you might browse cottages in Tuscany or self-catering apartments in Florence instead. Whichever villa you choose, expect generous amenities designed for a relaxed Tuscan holiday:

• A private or shared villa with a pool in Tuscany for cooling off on hot afternoons
• Wifi for staying connected or working remotely
• Air conditioning and heating for year-round comfort
• Private gardens and barbecue areas for dining outdoors
• On-site parking, with many villas happily welcoming pets

With pools at over half of all properties and plenty of pet-friendly options, there is a villa to suit every kind of traveller.

What are the best areas to stay in Tuscany?

The best base depends on your plans: the Chianti hills suit wine lovers, the cities are ideal for culture seekers, and the coast offers world-class beach breaks. The table below details regions for specific interests:

What do our guests say?

Our guests consistently rate their Tuscan villa stays highly, with the warm welcome from local hosts, spotless pools and far-reaching countryside views earning the most praise. Many mention the comfort and space in their villas, and how well placed they were for day trips to Florence, Siena and the Chianti vineyards. Families with children and couples marking special occasions alike found their retreats lived up to the photos.

Here are our top-rated Villas from the past year:

1. Manor house Panzalla - 9.4+: A characterful manor house in Florence Province's Valdarno, praised for its peaceful terrace, spacious rooms and easy access to the city.
2. Poolside Paradise: stylish rental 1km from Polvano - 9.4+: A stylish house near Castiglion Fiorentino with a private pool, ideal for families wanting space and sunshine in the Arezzo countryside.
3. Country house La Fonte - 9.3+: A welcoming, pet-friendly country house in Dicomano with a garden and terrace, loved for its quiet setting and Tuscan character.

Tuscany sits in central Italy, stretching from the Apennine mountains down to the Tyrrhenian coast, with Florence at its heart and Umbria and Lazio bordering it to the east and south. This region is particularly popular with foodies, with people flocking from across the world to sample the local gourmet delights. It's also well-known for its spectacular rolling hills and unspoiled countryside.

🥗Where to eat in Tuscany?

Even in Italy, Tuscan cuisine stands out for its high quality. Based around classic cucina povera traditions, it takes simple ingredients and elevates them, transforming them into something truly spectacular. While staying in Tuscany, your dining options include Michelin-starred tasting menus, rustic farmhouse kitchens, and everything in between. Here are some of our travel experts' favourites:

⭐Our guests' recommendation: Our guest travellers Charlotte and Henry recommend Ristorante La Torre at Castello del Nero, near Tavarnelle, in Tuscany: an elegant dining room set in a restored country estate, perfect for a special occasion dinner washed down with first-class Chianti wines.

1. Witness the ever-changing colours of the Orcia Valley
2. Discover the medieval city of Lucca
3. See more of Pisa than just the tower
4. Feast on Tuscan specialities
5. Hike the marble quarries of Massa-Carrara
6. Sip your way through Chianti wine country
7. Tour Tuscany's UNESCO sites

1. Witness the ever-changing colours of the Orcia Valley

   The Orcia Valley is a true paradise where the landscapes of Tuscany reach their full splendour. Medieval stone villages crown the hills, solitary farmhouses are reached by roads lined with cypress trees, and endless fields of vineyards, wheat and sunflowers form a colour palette that shifts with every season. Set out from your holiday rental in Tuscany early to catch the soft morning light over the hills.

2. Discover the medieval city of Lucca

   Known as the city of '100 towers and 100 churches', Lucca preserves the authenticity of medieval times like nowhere else. The 15th-century walls that ring the city are completely intact, and you can walk or cycle the full circuit along their tree-lined top. The historic centre is a World Heritage Site and hides a Roman amphitheatre from the 1st century, now a beautiful oval piazza ringed with cafés and trattorias.

3. See more of Pisa than just the tower

   Although Pisa is famous worldwide for its Leaning Tower, it has far more to offer. The Piazza dei Miracoli also holds the magnificent Duomo, the Baptistery and the Monumental Cemetery, all in dazzling white marble. Wander away from the crowds to discover riverside palaces along the Arno, lively student bars and excellent gelato.

4. Feast on Tuscan specialities

   Wine, olive oil, fruit, cheeses, jams, charcuterie, truffles and liqueurs are just some of the typical Tuscan products to seek out. In every town you visit, try the regional dish of the day, and never miss the world-beating Italian coffee, gelato and pizza. A bistecca alla fiorentina, the region's famous thick-cut steak, is a must for a special evening back.

5. Hike the marble quarries of Massa-Carrara

   At the foot of the Apennines, in a green valley in the province of Massa-Carrara, lies a promised land for nature lovers. Gorgeous hiking trails lead up to the astonishing white marble quarries whose striking lunar landscape supplied the marble for Michelangelo's sculptures.

6. Sip your way through Chianti wine country

   The Chianti wine region invites you to its castles and cellars to taste these globally renowned wines. Tour the rolling hills at your leisure, stop at family wineries for tastings, and dine at authentic trattorias between Florence and Siena. Many estates also produce their own olive oil, so you can pick up a bottle or two to take home.

7. Tour Tuscany's UNESCO sites

   Six places in Tuscany are designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites for their artistic and cultural wealth: the historic centres of Florence, San Gimignano, Pienza and Siena, the Orcia Valley, and the Piazza del Duomo in Pisa. Few places anywhere pack so many globally important sights into such a small area, and nearby holiday lettings in Umbria make it easy to extend your art-and-history tour across the border.