Apartments in Tuscany

Asciano - RIF. S52

Accommodation Type: Apartments
Area: Crete Senesi   Position: Medieval village
Province : Siena  

This unique holiday home in Tuscany is located in the fortified hill town of Asciano in the heart of one the most photographed areas of the Sienese countryside, better known as the Crete Senesi. Literally “Sienese clays”, owing to the distinctive grey colouring of the soil that gives the landscape a quasi-lunar aspect, this area consists of a range of hills and woods sprinkled with villages. The holiday accommodation is one of the medieval towers in the walls of Asciano, dating back to 1345. Recently restored, this tower has been furnished in very good taste and with a particular care for details so as to offer a comfortable accommodation for 4 people. The thick walls, typical of a medieval tower, protect the indoors from the summer heat and from the winter coldness. This house for rent is on 3 floors. On the ground floor the sitting room with a double sofa bed, on the first floor a well equipped kitchen with oven, fridge, cooker, dishwasher and washing machine and an old fireplace, whereas on the second floor there is a double bedroom and a bathroom with shower. On top of the tower there is a large, panoramic roof terrace furnished with table and chairs for delightful meals in total privacy. An exclusive opportunity to spend a vacation in a historic building built over 650 years ago.
In Asciano one can find restaurants, shops, museums, internet point and much more. This holiday apartment in the Crete Senesi is in an ideal position for visiting the neighbou 
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Florence - RIF. S121

Accommodation Type: Apartments
Area: Town and Villages   Position: City
Province : Florence  

This rental apartment in Florence is located on the last of three floors (no lift) of a 19th century building in the old town centre, at walking distance from the most important museums. Recently renovated with comfortable furnishings, this 85 sqm flat consists of living room with dining area, a small kitchen, a bathroom and 2 double bedrooms. A short staircase leads up to an attic with another bathroom and a divan bed for only one person. Another staircase, from the living room, reaches a terrace with an outstanding view of the Cathedral, Giotto’s Bell Tower and a complete prospect of the city.
This holiday apartment with terrace in florence is also near the "flea market" and the historic food market of Sant'Ambrogio and is to be found in a lovely, typical area of Florence abounding in craft shops and local restaurants.
One of our best accommodations in Florence for those wanting to enjoy the city to the full. 
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Santa Maria del Giudice - RIF. S191

Accommodation Type: Apartments
Area: Lucca area   Position: Countryside
Province : Lucca  

These elegant holiday apartments for rent in Tuscany are located in the beautiful village of Santa Maria del Giudice, right between Pisa and Lucca. Surrounded by a luxuriant hilly countryside, this superb 18th century Tuscan villa, once owned by one of the most important aristocratic families of the area, was tastefully renovated at the beginning of the 20th century, in the Art Nouveau style. Today, after recent restoration, the present owner has decided to dedicate the whole ground floor to guests, together with a cottage in the grounds. These apartments near Lucca consist of 2 comfortable self-catering apartments on the ground floor of the villa, of which one can be enlarged with the addition of an extra communicating bedroom, and a lovely cottage on two floors, on the lawn in front.
A beautiful, lush garden, completely fenced, full of plants and trees, offers an enchanting place where to relax far from the madding crowd. The garden includes a large swimming pool, open from April to October, and a barbecue. Each apartment has its own outdoor furniture permitting one to enjoy al fresco dining. Also within the grounds a car park. Small pets are welcome.
These Tuscany accommodations are within walking distance of grocer’s, a small supermarket, the 12th century parish church, as well as the owner’s family restaurant.  
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Castiglion Fiorentino - RIF. S202

Accommodation Type: Apartments
Area: Val di Chiana   Position: Medieval village
Province : Arezzo  

This comfortable apartment for rent in Tuscany is located in the beautiful walled town of Castiglion Fiorentino, situated on a hilltop at 345 metres above sea level, overlooking both the Val di Chiana and the Val di Chio as well as the Preappenines. The flat gives onto one of the typical ‘borghi’, wards, of town. The accommodation is on three levels and has recently been tastefully renovated preserving the details of the original structure such as the vaulted ceiling and the stone wall. The entrance leads into the living room with kitchenette and eating area. Stairs lead down to the sitting room with double sofa bed and a toilet, whereas the stairs leading up bring to the double bedroom and a bathroom with shower.
This lovely holiday apartment in Castiglion Fiorentino is in an ideal location for those wishing to spend a quiet and pleasant vacation in a typical medieval town, as well as an excellent point of departure for those with cultural and art interests. In fact, the city lies right in the centre of a triangle formed by Florence, Siena and Perugia.  
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Florence - RIF. S228

Accommodation Type: Apartments
Area: Town and Villages   Position: City
Province : Florence  

This elegant holiday apartment in Florence is located in the historic centre of town and has a magnificent view over the Cathedral and the Giotto Bell Tower. This luxury flat is on the fifth floor (with lift), can comfortably accommodate up to 5 people and consists of a large sitting room with fireplace and dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, 2 double bedrooms and a single bedroom, and 3 bathrooms (one fitted with bathtub/shower, one with shower and the third only toilet). A marvellous 60 sqm terrace, furnished with table and chairs, offers a perfect location for al-fresco dining and also the opportunity to admire the romantic view of town at night at the light of the monuments. Another small balcony is accessible from the kitchen.
Within walking distance of most city sights, this accommodation in Florence is in an ideal position for those with cultural and art interests, as well as for those wanting to enjoy the town to the full. The apartment, in fact, is close to restaurants, shops, pubs and other attractions.  
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Florence - RIF. S144

Accommodation Type: Apartments
Area: Town and Villages   Position: City
Province : Florence  

These lovely, comfortable accommodations in Florence are to be found on the west side of the Arno river in the old part of town known as “Oltrarno”, surrounded by local artisan’s workshops. Located in a historic building, the lodgings consists of 7 holiday apartments on various floors. Elegantly furnished, these accommodations offer a comfortable stay also for big family numbers or groups of friends.
Within a few minutes’ walk from the famous, beautiful Ponte Vecchio, the Uffizi Gallery and Piazza Signoria, these holiday apartments in Florence are in a very quiet area being in a controlled traffic zone. In the basement of the building is available a common laundry area equipped with washing machine and dryer. Nearby there is a garage where to park the car. 
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Florence - RIF. S122

Accommodation Type: Apartments
Area: Town and Villages   Position: City
Province : Florence  

This beautiful, comfortable holiday apartment in Florence is located in the centre of town, only a few steps from the Square of Santa Croce, the Cathedral, Palazzo Vecchio and other famous sites. Recently renovated by the most professional craftsmen of Florence, this accommodation has been furnished with great taste by the owner. Originally site of an old Roman amphitheatre, during the centuries the area was converted into buildings, but traces of the past are still to be found in this breathtaking apartment with its original stone capitals and access doors. The original mansion was of the 13th century and one can still see vestiges of a beautiful old fresco on one side of the splendid vaulted ceiling. The apartments consists of entrance (with wardrobe) from which a staircase leads to the living room with double divan bed and kitchen corner (with electric fire, fridge with freezer, microwave); two more steps lead to the double bedroom (French bed 120x190 cm). Facilities: TV, toaster, coffee machine, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, air-conditioning, heating.
A holiday in this rental apartment in Florence brings one into the past maintaining the comforts of the present day. 
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Florence - RIF. S126

Accommodation Type: Apartments
Area: Town and Villages   Position: City
Province : Florence  

This beautiful, elegant holiday apartment in Florence is just a few steps from the Cathedral, in the historic centre of town. The flat is on the first floor (with lift) of a historic building and can comfortably accommodate up to 8 people in 4 bedrooms. Recently renovated the accommodation is tastefully furnished with antiques and consists of a large living room with a double divan bed, a dining room with fully equipped kitchenette, 2 spacious double bedrooms (one with en-suite bathroom), 2 twin bedrooms (of which one on a mezzanine), 4 bathrooms with shower (including the en-suite) and a small balcony with access from the living room. High ceilings, elegant mouldings and modern comforts (such as Sat-TV, wireless internet connection, air-conditioning and heating) finish off this extraordinary apartment, one of our best air conditioned accommodation in Florence very close to the museums, restaurants and shops of town.  
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Florence - RIF. S230

Accommodation Type: Apartments
Area: Town and Villages   Position: City
Province : Florence  

This elegant apartment with terrace for rent in Florence is located on the west side of the River Arno, in the heart of the “Oltrarno” district, the old part of town full of local artisan’s workshops. This charming flat is on the top floor; a small lift takes guests to the 5th floor, after which there are 12 steps leading to the apartment. Very bright, thanks to the large living room windows, the highlight of this accommodation are its three terraces. One has access from the living room, another from the dining room and from the bedroom, whilst the third is a roof terrace, with access by winding staircase from the living room terrace and with a breathtaking view over Florence’s monuments, such as Giotto’s Campanile, the Cathedral and Palazzo Vecchio. This tastefully renovated apartment can comfortably accommodate up to 5 people and consists of a living room, a dining room with single divan bed, a fully equipped kitchenette, 1 double bedroom, 1 twin bedroom and 2 bathrooms, one fitted with bathtub/shower and the other with shower.
Within walking distance of the beautiful Ponte Vecchio, the Uffizi Gallery, Piazza Signoria and other main sights of town, this holiday apartment in Florence is in an ideal position for those wanting to visit by foot. Right next to the building are small supermarkets, restaurants, a bank and shops.  
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Lucca - RIF. S235

Accommodation Type: Apartments
Area: Lucca area   Position: City
Province : Lucca  

This holiday apartment in Lucca is right within the Renaissance-era town walls in the pedestrian precinct. On the ground floor, this cosy little flat can comfortably accommodate up to 4 people and consists of a living room with double sofa bed, fully equipped kitchenette and dining area, a double bedroom and a bathroom with hydromassage shower. Among the facilities also internet connection.
This holiday accommodation in Lucca is within walking distance of all the principal historic attractions of the city, such as the many medieval basilica-form churches, Piazza dell’Anfiteatro, the botanical garden, the famous towers as well as the charming tree-lined walls. Lucca also offers visitors streets full of elegant shops and quaint little restaurants. The surrounding hills are a casket of famous, historic villas and gardens, open for visits throughout most of the year, as well as farmhouses where one can stop and taste local products. The countryside also proposes its famous Wine Trails, Strade del Vino, where visitors can trace the local wine production. Lucca is also in a good position to visit most Tuscan art centres such as Florence, Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano. 
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