Archive for 'Small Towns'

Manciano is a beautiful town in the south of Grosseto province. It’s situated only eighteen kilometres south west of the gorgeous town of Pitigliano and forty kilometres from Orbetello.

Perhaps a mesmerising stay in a villa rental in Manciano with private pool is just the treat you and your family are looking for this summer.

This paradise is the perfect base from which you can embark on your exciting explorations of the surrounding area.

Only seven kilometres north of Florence, is the charming old town of Fiesole! It Sits on a hilltop overlooking the Arno and Mugnone valleys and resonates a peaceful and pleasant ambience to all those who visit it. You can even see the city of Florence from here!

Why not choose from a beautiful array of villas in the Florence area where you can enjoy a few days of exploring towns like Fiesole and easily commute into Florence city to explore its treasures!


Fiesole is home to many interesting archaeological sites and proudly displays many breath taking artworks dating from Renaissance to Medieval times. The town is believed to be of Etruscan origin and grew to become one of the most important guard towns of Florence through the centuries.

The rich and powerful dynasty, the Medici Family particularly loved it here and had many fine villas and decorative gardens built for their leisure time away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Aulla is a stunning little place that was once an important stronghold that guarded the roads leading to Lucca city, Cisa pass and Liguria. It was a defence stronghold in its day, complete with fortress walls built in a military Renaissance style. Tourists will love the charming beauty and tranquillity of this special place.

Those wishing to stay in the area for a few days of exploration have a fine choice of holiday rentals in Fivizzano to choose from, only a few kilometres away from Aulla.

It’s close to the famous pilgrim pathway that leads all the way to Rome called Via Francigena.

Looking to see the real Tuscany? A place still full of ancient traditions, old buildings and unspoilt by modern life? Then come to see the mesmerising town of Montemerano! Located in the province of Grosetto in the heart of the Maremma, Montemerano is a beautiful 12th century town which has lots to offer tourists.

Why not treat yourself, some friends and family to an exquisite stay at a vacation villa in Manciano, only a few kilometres away from Montemerano? Here you can relax in lavish surroundings and enjoy the peace and quiet of the area. The views surrounding this accommodation are truly mesmerising!

One of the world’s most famous wines, ‘Morellino di Scansano', comes from the village of Scansano. This is a peaceful treasure in the midst of a green forest, sitting contently on top of a hill overlooking a sea of green in the scenic Maremma area of Tuscany!

Why not treat your family and friends to a holiady villa on the Maremma coast for a week or two? You have so much surrounding you to explore, including this beautiful village of Scansano!

This little gem lies off the beaten tourist track yet offers an abundance of Italian cultural heritage to be enjoyed. This natural haven is close to picturesque sites of the Maremma area of Grosetto such as the Monti Dell’ Uccellina, the nature reserves enveloping Orbetello and Burano, secluded forest lined beaches on the coast and lovely islets sitting off the coast.

The village of Scansano is home to world famous vineyards that have successfully grown the Morellino grape to perfection and turned it into a deliciously smooth wine using their perfected technique, honed over the centuries.

Tourists will adore the panoramic views of the countryside that Scansano overlooks, it’s so peaceful and welcoming!