Archive for 'Chianti'

Picture your ideal way to explore the perfect and utterly picturesque countryside of Tuscany? Does it involve a Vespa? It should! What better way to see the pretty hilltop towns, rolling green hills and pastures, and vineyards and avenues of cypresses than from a Vespa as you zip around? You can feel the wind in your hair, take perfect commemorative photos on it, easily hop on and off to get a closer look at things, and you can get a real slice of the Italian experience. Sounds idyllic, right? Well, if you have found a vacation rental in Siena and want to explore the typically Tuscan and beautiful landscape of Chianti, then this package tour is just the thing!

In the last post in this series, we are rounding out our spooky Tuscan spots to get you in the mood for Hallowe'en. No matter what time of year you are planning your trip Tuscany – but especially during this creepy time of year – these haunted palaces, fascinating legends and spooky tales will never not be interesting. Here are more of our picks of must-see ghoulish destinations in Tuscany...

7. Brolio Castle's Terrifying Ghost

Brolio Castle, located in the Chianti region, in the province of Siena, is a beautiful architectural gem but is also home to an eerie legend and the ghost of Bettino Ricasoli, a rather fearsome spirit.

In the last post in this series for our Chianti Week, we are rounding up our list of ten of the best of the best of our vacation rentals in Chianti with two more gems. The famous wine region of Tuscan really is a wonderful place to go, get away from it all, enjoy good food and wine, beautiful surroundings, rich history and culture and a slower pace of life so, get to it and plan your idyllic holiday today! The availability for next season is at its prime so there is no better time to get planning your next big trip.

9. Acquerello (Available from €285 per night)

Acquerello is a lovely vacation rental that can sleep up to six people comfortably in three bedrooms with two bathrooms, located 5km from the town of Panzano In Chianti.

All this week, we are talking about the amazing vacation destination that is Tuscany's beloved wine region, Chianti. With lots to see and do and the mot picturesque of settings – not to mention great food and wine – it is the great place to relax and unwind from your busy daily life. We have also been counting down ten of the best of the best among our vacation rentals in Chianti, to help you find the perfect place to stay for a dreamy getaway in the region. Here are more of just some of our amazing properties in Chianti...

All this week, we have been taking you to the dream holiday destination of Chianti, the famous wine region of Tuscany, with just some of the best of the best of our vacation rentals in Chianti. Come experience the rolling hills, endless vineyards and olive groves, the delicious cuisine and incredible wines, the sleepy villages and famous cities, and the slower pace of life for yourself. Do nothing at all and unwind or see everything in the surrounding area from cultural gems to historic attractions, curiosities to outdoor pursuits, it's all up to you. Browse more of our vacation rentals and make it happen today...