Archive for 'Villa Spotlights'

A gorgeous stone villa in the traditional Tuscan style, Podere Lorena is an impossibly charming property located down a quiet lane in a lush and scenic area of the Tuscan countryside, 14km (9 miles) from the town of Monteriggioni and only 14km (9 miles) from the renowned medieval city of Siena. Sleeping up to 12 guests comfortably in six bedrooms with six bathrooms, this well-maintained and typically Tuscan gem is ideal for those who want to plan a true escape among the famous rolling green hills and winding roads of this picturesque part of the world but who still want the iconic attractions of the region at their fingertips. Gather a group of pals and/or the extended family and come indulge in a slice of la dolce vita.

We have all sorts of incredible villas in Tuscany to choose from – from idyllic stone farmhouses located in lush valleys to beautifully preserved historic homes, stunning modern feats of architecture that boast sweeping views to chic villas directly overlooking the sea – and at all sorts of price points, to suit most budgets. However, if you can manage it, we do recommend our luxury villas in Tuscany, in particular.

Often less unattainable than you might imagine and with all of the bells and whistles that you could ask for, these properties make for an especially dreamy vacation in Tuscany...

Have you been dreaming of savouring the hearty local cuisine of Tuscany while sipping incredible wines from Chianti and the other wine regions of the area? Do you long to see famous works of art like Michelangelo’s David or wander spaces stuffed with art like the Uffizi? Would you like to spend days admiring stunning churches and architectural gems like the cathedral in Siena and exploring pretty medieval towns and charming villages like Lucca and Montepulciano? What about driving through the famous rolling green hills, and more while on holiday in Tuscany? 

A classic and elegant Tuscany villa, Villa Agata is a stunning property in a magical location in this lush and lovely part of the world. The villa and its sizeable garden are surrounded by green fields that can turn golden with sunflowers or rolled bales of hay (depending on when you visit), a thicket of trees that affords shelter and privacy, and a backdrop of mountains in Tuscany and the towers and spires of the town of Sant’agata. Located just 2km (1 mile) from this charming town and 34km (21 miles) from Florence, a stay at Villa Agata means a true escape to the peaceful and pretty Tuscan countryside, while being within easy reach of amenities and some of the region’s most appealing tourist attractions and destinations. Boasting a private swimming pool and various other amenities, the property sleeps up to 16 people in five bedrooms, with four bathrooms.