Views from Villa Carlotta
Posted in: Architectural Gems Lakes Localities Lombardy Museums & Galleries Northwest Italy Parks & Gardens Pretty Views Tourist Attractions

Those who find a villa in Lake Como will quickly discover that one of the best activities to be enjoyed in the area is to take a boat trip over the glittering waters of the lake, out to one of the islands or lakeside locations that are occupied by a stunning luxurious historic villa. There, you can spend a lovely day wandering through gorgeous interiors adorned with great works of art and explore fragrant and elaborate formal gardens framed by remarkable lake views. Among the several examples of excellent options on hand, Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo may have the dreamiest gardens and quite possibly the most incredible art collection, featuring works by Canova, Francesco Hayez, Bertel Thorvaldsen, and Giovanni Migliara…

Casa Dei Lentischi
Posted in: Localities Main Islands On the Coast Pretty Views Sicily and Sardinia Tourist Attractions Villa Spotlights Villas and Farmhouses

Casa Dei Lentischi is a perfect gem of a villa for experiencing the untamed beauty of Sardinia. Located in the South-Western part of the island, 1.5km from Porto Pino, a seaside area named for the wide surrounding pine forest and famous for its beautiful 4km long bay, sandy beaches, majestic white dunes, and rich, sparkling blue waters. Of the various beaches that you can choose between in the area, some are totally wild and others have amenities, bars, and boat rentals – meaning that there is a perfect option for everyone, no matter what kind of day at the beach you prefer! Plus, pink flamingos descend on the ponds in the area during migration season, adding even more colour to this impossibly picturesque part of the world and the surrounding area is ideal for those who want to hike and explore. So, if you want to dive right into this magical island in Italy on vacation in Sardinia, Casa Dei Lentischi is a dreamy base that sleeps up to ten guests in five bedrooms, with five bathrooms.

Having a Spritz in Venice
Posted in: Amalfi Coast Central Italy Events Latium Localities On the Coast Summer Travel Tips Tuscany

As temperatures continue to hit record highs all around the world and summers continue to become hotter and hotter, those who love a sun holiday but want to stay safe and comfortable throughout their trip should take precautions. If you book one of our villas in Italy, one of our vacation rentals in France, one of our holiday rentals in Spain, or one of our villas in Croatia for a summer break and you encounter the heat, there are some things that you can do to prevent yourself from totally melting:

Deservi Luxury Apt. Vasari, living
Posted in: Florence Localities Villa Spotlights Villas and Farmhouses

Those who have always wanted to explore the historic charms of the Birthplace of the Renaissance but who have a love of modern luxury when it comes to accommodation will find that Deservi Luxury Apt. Vasari is a perfect base for diving into the past while enjoying the comfort and convenience of the present day. Sleeping up to four guests in total in one bedroom with one bathroom, the unit boasts light-filled, elegant, modern interiors, WIFI and air-conditioning throughout (very important for those who might be considering booking a vacation in Florence during the summer months!), and a dream location. 

Eating in Venice
Posted in: Amalfi Coast Central Italy Events Food and Wine Liguria Localities Main Islands Northwest Italy On the Coast Sicily and Sardinia Summer Tuscan Coast Tuscany

When temperatures rise while on vacation in the summer months, there are plenty of ways to cool off. Firstly, choosing the right rental is a great place to start. For example, you can rent one of our villas in Italy with a pool so that you can take a dip whenever you want. Or you can choose one of our villas in Italy with air-conditioning so you can always escape to cool air indoors. Or you could decide on a location like one of our villas on the Amalfi Coast, our villas in the Cinque Terre, or our villas on the Tuscan Coast to have both the sea breezes and waters to help you stay cool.