Italy is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world for a number of reasons. Its colorful history has been well-preserved, as seen in The Colosseum, Pantheon, Milan Cathedral, and many more. Italian culture is best represented in its various art forms and food. Italian cuisine, in particular, is celebrated worldwide such that you can find Italian restaurants in major cities around the world. However, eating authentic Italian cooking on Italian soil hits differently. The cities such as Rome, Venice, and Milan, to name a few, are hailed as some of the most beautiful cities in the world. Your trip deserves a home that’s just as beautiful. But if you don’t know where to stay in Italy, we’ve got some top-tier accommodations that you could use. Read through our list of the best luxury villas in Italy.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to luxury services and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Villa Principessa in Campania (from USD 784)
An impressive seaside mansion, Villa Principessa promises a memorable getaway surrounded by verdant greenery and cerulean sea. Marvel at the majestic coast as you lounge and relax in the shared seasonal infinity pool. Afterward, rinse yourself off using the chromotherapy shower in the bathroom. While doing all this, you can have the chef service prepare a delicious meal which you can relish alfresco at the garden terrace. Come nighttime, you have a selection of beautiful bedrooms with ensuite Juliet balconies and sea views.
From this luxury rental, the village of Minori is just a short drive away and offers a scenic beach, wonderful restaurants, and shops to visit.
2. Villa Michelangelo in Lombardy (from USD 302)
Villa Michelangelo is a magnificent mountain mansion nestled on the slopes of Lombardy’s Monte Piazzo, overlooking Lago di Como. Relax and sunbathe by the terrace pool, sipping local vintages while admiring the view. The chef’s kitchen is fully equipped and there is also an outdoor grill if you’re craving a barbecue. You can also enjoy catching interesting games or shows on the enormous smart TV while enjoying dinner.
If you’re visiting during summer, you can enjoy fun activities on the lake, including boating and water skiing. Winter is also a fantastic time to vacation at this holiday villa as the nearby mountains turn into a snow-covered wonderland perfect for skiing and snowboarding.
3. Medieval castle villa with modern amenities in Perugia (from USD 3842)
This castle villa is owned by those related to Napoleon Bonaparte. The exterior has been preserved so that the property retains its original medieval interior. Once you enter the villa, however, you will be greeted by modern rooms. There are plenty of seating areas on the premises. The living area has an indoor fireplace. Meanwhile, the kitchen is equipped with modern appliances and is designed for cooking food for large groups. Bathrooms are well stocked with toiletries. A game room with a billiard table, a saltwater pool a few meters from the castle villa, a chapel, and a children’s playground are some of the other property amenities available. Barbecue facilities, outdoor dining, wifi, air conditioning, heating, and free parking are also available.
4. Charming stone house with gorgeous outdoor spaces in Impruneta (from USD 979)
The interior of this holiday home in Italy is interestingly decorated, using mostly white and cream color palettes with pops of color here and there. The living area has a fireplace and a flat-screen TV, while the kitchen is fully equipped with the necessary appliances needed for the preparation of meals. The bedrooms have comfortable bedding and have their own fireplaces.
Chilling on the outdoor furniture allows guests to look at the beauty of the surrounding trees and hills. The pool looks inviting and the poolside has sun loungers for sunbathing. Outdoor barbecue parties are always a good idea here. Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and family-friendly amenities such as a high crib and children’s dinnerware are available.
Top guest reviews
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the house itself offers plenty of room and amenities while still maintaining its centuries of charmthere was much more than adequate dinner ware and kitchen amenities- best we’ve seenthe house is huge lots a room to spread out both indoors and outthere are multiple outdoor or seating areas which are inviting and comfortableCleanliness:
villa was big comfortable very clean and 30 minutes from florence city centerit is perfectly situated extremely clean very comfortable and very well equippedHost:
) lovely home with an even better host familycaterina is a wonderful host and a delight to deal withthe couple of times we had questions she was quite rapid in responding and very helpful each timeshe was very responsive and made our stay stress freeshe’s extremely helpful and readily availableRead more reviewsLocation:
location was perfectthe location is amazing you are in the middle of everything but you will need a carthe town itself is very cute with several good restaurants stores and shopsthere's so much to commend this house so let's start with locationbeautiful and quiet surroundings with proximity to florence and siena was exactly what we wanted
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5. Classic brick home with a saltwater pool in Casino di Terra (from USD 790)
Tucked away from the busy roads, this home is perfect for those who seek serenity and privacy. The exterior looks appealing because of the vines that crawl on the walls, but the interior of this home has the right mix of classic brick arches and modern furniture and fixtures. Guests can enjoy watching movies on the flat-screen TV in the living room. The kitchen is fully equipped, the bedrooms are spacious, and the bathrooms are stocked with toiletries. There is a reading nook with shelves full of books and a game room with a billiard table. Swimming in the saltwater pool is a delight because it overlooks the calming view of the hills in the distance.
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we had a amazing villa with a beautiful poolCleanliness:
the pool is good sized and always cleanHost:
nicolò was a very nice host who always engaged himself for our wishesthe house is fabulous and nicolò a great host always available and a nice personwe had such a great time in this beautifully designed home and nicolò was an incredibly welcoming hostRead more reviewsLocation:
would highly recommend for either a quiet break in the countryside or a central point to see the areathis place is really special
6. Elegant stone villa with stunning landscape views in Orvieto (from USD 1646)
Enjoy the calming effect of the breathtaking landscape views as seen from your bedroom in this stone villa. It is located near a vineyard where you can go wine tasting. There are plenty of seating areas inside and outside the villa. The living room is spacious and has a fireplace. The kitchen is equipped with modern, stainless steel appliances. The property also has bedrooms elegantly decorated and bathrooms fully stocked with essentials. It also has a pool area where you can relax, get a tan and swim some laps. Guests here also have access to other services, such as spa and massage treatments, car rentals, and grocery-buying services, among other things, for an additional price. Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and air conditioning are also available.
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the villa is beautiful the pool amazing & the 360 degree view is stunningRead more reviewsHost:
the staff are polite and very friendly
7. Romantic villa with hot tub and infinity pool in Ancaiano (from USD 1082)
Set in a beautiful community in the countryside, this holiday villa in Italy with a private pool is perfect for honeymooners. Every corner of this home is gorgeous. Outdoor spaces serve as perfect hangout spots during the day. At night, you can take a dip in the hot tub with a bottle of wine in hand. You can also lounge around the living room and relax near the fireplace. The dining area has glass walls that overlook the pool area and the property’s gorgeous surroundings.
It also has a fully equipped kitchen, and comfy bedding and bath essentials are provided for guests. Visitors are also allowed to use barbecue facilities and the library. Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and heating are also provided here.
8. Lovely hilltop villa with garden and pool in Valgiano (from USD 539)
This beautiful home is situated on top of a hill, so the view of the town below is superb. The interior is decorated in a homey manner, so guests can immediately feel at home as they enter this home. Bed linens and bath essentials are provided, and the kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, toaster, and dishwasher. The pool area offers amazing landscape views while the garden is filled with flowering plants. The property has a spacious outdoor seating area where you can watch the sunset. Wireless internet connection, a fireplace, and parking are also available.
Top guest reviews
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the old stone building kept us cool and comfortable although there was no ac and the weather was hotthe pool was a wonderful retreat after a day of sightseeingHost:
monica and giovanni were wonderful and attentive hosts' i just wanted to thank you for your kindness and friendly hospitalitymonica and giovani are fantastic hosts and they treat you like familygiovanni and monica were so helpful with any need that we hadthey are hard-working kind and generous of spiritRead more reviewsLocation:
there is a reason this place has so many positive reviewsthe farmhouse is also close to the mountain villages lucca and lots of other interesting and beautiful places
9. Contemporary family home with a beautiful lawn in Frisa (from USD 414)
The interior of this house looks as modern as its exterior. Earthy tones dominate the decor, and the inside of the house gives off a relaxing vibe. Natural lighting floods the rooms, thanks to their glass walls. The kitchen looks futuristic and is equipped with top-of-the-line appliances. Guests can also find a pool area on a well-tended lawn. While here, you can choose to eat near the outdoor pool or in the dining room. Bathroom essentials, Wi-FI, air conditioning, and parking are available. There are a lot of enjoyable activities to do and interesting tourist attractions to visit nearby.
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the house pool and garden is fantastic - it is as good as it looks in the picturesthe environment in vineyards and olive trees with huge pool is very convenient to the relaxationCleanliness:
perfectly maintained garden clinically clean house fast wlanthe house itself is truly special: modern and comfortable it is pristine well cared-for and spotlessly cleanRead more reviewsHost:
francesca and tommaso were charming kind and genuine hosts - yet at the same time never intrusive
10. Exquisite brick-and-wood villa with pool in San Gimignano (from USD 1186)
The living spaces in this property provide guests with utmost comfort as they have cozy sofas and couches. Bedrooms are decorated in a homey manner, ensuring everyone with restful sleep each night. The kitchen is complete with the necessary appliances to prepare a feast. Take your dining experience to another level by doing so alfresco. Enjoy the fresh air and beautiful views of your surroundings as you eat. Other recreational amenities in this property include a sauna, gym, children’s playground, a pingpong table, and stick hockey. Barbecue facilities are accessible, so you can cook your most scrumptious steak recipe for everyone. Other amenities include Wi-Fi, TV, air conditioning, heating, and bath essentials.
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we hit a little late for the pool but a few brave souls went inRead more reviewsHost:
the owners and staff are lovely warm and helpfulwe had a wonderful family vacation and were so pleased with the owner and his staffshe was punctual helpful safe courteous and a lovely ladystaff was extremely helpful in all of our pre-planning especially the all-day wine tourwe had the chef lucia and staff prepare dinner for us one night to celebrate a special birthday
11. Hilltop villa with captivating landscape views and infinity pool in San Gimignano (from USD 901)
Many guests find that lounging around this villa’s outdoor area is relaxing because of the ravishing views of the trees, rolling hills, and landscapes. Guests can hang out on the sun loungers, take a dip in the pool, or sip some wine by the outdoor bar all while taking in the beauty of the surroundings. Alfresco dining at the covered terrace by the pool is always a good idea if you’re staying here. Meanwhile, this property’s interior exudes a simple elegance that guests find beautiful and calming. The beddings provided here are comfortable, and the bathrooms are well stocked with the essentials. Barbecue facilities, a fully equipped kitchen, and a kitchenette by the terrace are available. Wi-Fi, air conditioning, heating, and TV are also some of the things you can use during your stay.
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the property was beautifully decorated and comfortable for our two familiesRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location near enough to walk into san gimignano and close to other major tuscan towns
Discover the best Italy has to offer
To be able to experience Italy to the fullest is considered a luxury by many. If you want to get the authentic Italian experience, it’s great to go all in and find the best accommodations that you can find in the country. Check out one of these amazing holiday villas in Italy and try to book one that catches your fancy.
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