Cottage il Metato

The cottage is a restored "Metato" - a small building used to dry chestnuts for making special chestnut flour. Situated on the edge of the countryside, it has an open view, as it is the last house in the village of Partigliano. There is an outdoor area with private parking, and use of the swimming pool (50 meters from the cottage). More pictures and details here:

€475 a week in the low season (now!).

Apartment in Barberino Val d'Elsa

A holiday apartment in the heart of Tuscany - 2 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a bathroom with shower, kitchen, living room, heating, veranda and large private garden. A great location from which to explore Tuscany, visit wineries, hill top towns, etc.

Roccaforte

Apartment Roccaforte in Barberino Val d'Elsa has 5 rooms and 4+1 beds: living room, kitchen/dining room on the ground floor, two double bedrooms, each with bathroom, on the first floor, and also an attic with access to a terrace which overlooks the village and the countryside. A splendid private garden complete the property which has an independent entrance directly on the central square of Tignano Castle.

Santa Fausta

The apartment Santa Fausta is part of an ancient farmhouse on top of a hill from which you can enjoy a stunning view over the medieval village of Lucignano. On the side of the cottage there is a garden that leads to the swimming pool. The apartment is on two floors connected by a wooden staircase. Lucignano is a beautiful medieval village with its characteristic and unique oval plan; it is located close to major roads and railways that connect the most important art cities of central Italy. Pets are welcome. Euro 500 a week in the low season, 900 in high season.

Campo Marte, Florence

160 square meter (HUGE!) apartment, ideal for a family of four or five people. Three bedrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room. Telephone, WiFi. Spacious parking. Great location if you have a car and plan to make trips from Florence. 900 euro a week.

Villa Toscana Podere Le Capanne

Villa Podere le Capanne is located in Tuscany and was renovated in 2009. The villa is situated in open countryside surrounded by green landscape, located at the foot of Montecastelli Pisano around Sillani Rocca fortress. The farm has a beautiful view and allows you to enjoy breathtaking sunsets. Prices start at 359 euro a week in the off season!

Casa di Nicoletta

An apartment in ancient and completely restored farmhouse, surrounded by a large garden, where every house has its own private area with tables, chairs and parking places. Internally the country house has been divided into three apartments, all with private entrance. 625 euro a week in low season.

Il Pruno

The house, located in a tiny village from the 18th century, has been completely restored. Situated in the hills of Tuscany and Umbria, far from urban traffic and surrounded by green forests, it has a beautiful swimming pool of 15 x 6 meters, a children's play area, barbecue, and very original gazebo. Il Pruno is perfect for those who really want to get away from the chaos of the city, take long walks, and enjoy nature. 1,600 euro a week in the low season, 2,500 a month. Sleeps up to 14!

Fieral del Cioccolato Artiginale

The "Fieral del Cioccolato Artiginale" starts Thursday in Piazza Santa Croce in Florence. If you are a chocolate lover, this fair is for you! You can get more details and a list of participating chocolatiers on the website. Should be a fun event. Thursday to Sunday (4th to 7th of February), 10 am to 10 pm.

I Pini

"I Pini" is a one of a kind villa built by a pupil of architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The villa is 700 meters from the beach and located between the world-famous marble town of Carrara and the exclusive resort of Forte dei Marmi. The house is surrounded by 6,800 square meters of private pine forest. Versilia offers breathtaking shorelines and beaches, bustling quays and marinas and boulevards blooming with oleander and palm trees flanked by elegant stores and trattorias. Tennis courts, bike routes, gyms, skating rinks, riding stables and eighteen and nine-hole golf courses complete the extensive roster of local activities.