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Italy has over 7600km/4700 miles of coastline and every inch is as individual as the region it defines. In Tuscany you’ll find lively villages along a shoreline that varies from gentle beaches in the north to the steep hillsides of the chic Monte Argentario promontory, with the pristine ranges of Monti dell’Uccellina nature reserve in between. In Lazio no beach is far from Rome, ruins or Renaissance palaces - or from a world-class golf course. The Amalfi Coast and Sardinia are Italy’s toniest summer resort areas - beautiful, busy and a delight off-season. There is far more to the Amalfi than the deep blue sea and impossibly photogenic villages, for this is the site of Pompeii, Paestum and Herculaneum. Just down the coast, on the Gulf of Policastro, Maratea is the country’s best-kept secret with scenery and beaches to rival its famous northern neighbour’s - and virtually no tourists. The ‘deep’ south - Calabria and Puglia - are well off the beaten track in spite of their glorious white sand beaches. While Calabria offers a glimpse of the simple, rustic Italy of long ago, Puglia is packed with historic treasures, among them the curiously mathematical fortress of Frederic II, the odd trulli houses of Alberobella and Lecce’s marvellous baroque monuments.
You might say that our properties are as diverse as Italy itself, ranging from glorious Tuscan farmhouses to historic landmarks stuffed with antiques and airy seaside villas designed by awardwinning architects. They come in all sizes. Some are charming in their simplicity; others are downright luxurious. But they share the specific set of qualities that are the hallmarks of a Tuscany Now property: a spectacular setting, interiors that are comfortable, welcoming and full of personality, and beautifully kept grounds with a private swimming pool or direct beach access. All our private houses include housekeeping services at least weekly. Extra services, from maids to cooks and guides, are available at many locations.
Browse through our listings, have a look at our recommendations for properties to suit different types of holidays and groups - or let us put together a short-list for you to suit your needs and interests.
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