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Holiday homes in Italy (20)

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Castle | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 5

This superb ground-floor holiday apartment measures 120 m2 and is located within a venetian villa (Villa Veneta) dating back to the xvi century. Large, confortable and recently renovated bedrooms and bath. Front door parking. Located downtown etruscan/middle age town . Beautiful Venetian Villa with exclusive garden, downtown historic town. Venice, Vicenza, Padova and ...

£75–£98 / night

£524–£685 / week

7 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 60 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Castle | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Three double rooms - two large rooms with balcony and lovely parkview, one smaller room with fireplace, one bathroom, VCR, terrace, park, pool, main salon, dining halls, library, and billiard hall.

£127–£177 / night

£887–£1113 / week

1 night min stay

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Castle | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Two double rooms, one bathroom. Beautiful wooden floors and fireplaces in both rooms. Balcony over terrace and park view, terrace, park, pool, main salon, dining halls, library, and billiard hall.

£127–£145 / night

£887 / week

1 night min stay

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Castle | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 5

Two double-rooms; one with direct entrance from main staircase, one bathroom. TV and VCR. Dressing room, park view, terrace, park, pool, main salon, dining halls, library, and billiard hall.

£127–£161 / night

£887–£1000 / week

1 night min stay

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Castle | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Two double rooms, one shower. Kitchen. Balcony. Drawing room with sofa/bed. VCR. 4-6 people, terrace, park, pool, main salon, dining halls, library, and billiard hall.

£127–£177 / night

£887–£1113 / week

1 night min stay

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Castle | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Cosy rooms on the 3rd floor with the best view of all. One double room, two single rooms, bath & shower. Kitchen. Suitable for 4 people, terrace, park, pool, main salon, dining halls, library, and billiard hall.

£127–£145 / night

£887 / week

1 night min stay

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12 bedrooms | Sleeps 25

For total exclusivity and our fullest attention, hire the whole castle? Work groups, Birthdays, Weddings, Golfing Trips or just you and your family or friends; terrace, park, pool, main salon, dining halls, library, and billiard hall.

£605–£1452 / night

£4234 / week

1 night min stay

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Castle | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 4

Enjoy the magic of living in a historic house, among amazing frescoes, and in the very heart of Tuscany: a lovely place for a peaceful holiday of culture and good life.

£62–£97 / night

£435–£605 / week

4 nights min stay

4 reviews

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Castle | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 3

Charming apartment in a 18th century castle,among breathtaking frescoes:an ideal stay for artists and art lovers.Three centuries of painting and history enclosed in this walls, a piano just for you to play and the beauty of Tuscany will make your holiday unforgettable.

£77–£113 / night

£540–£694 / week

4 nights min stay

2 reviews

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Castle | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

Lovely apartment in a famous 18th-century castle, among amazing frescoes, and in the very heart of Tuscany: an unequalled atmosphere of beauty and peace for a romantic and unforgettable holiday.

£78–£105 / night

£548–£645 / week

3 nights min stay

1 review

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3 bedrooms | Sleeps 9

For Italian art lovers: a famous 18th-century villa which has been home to arts and artists will welcome you to show its breathtaking frescoes and be your home in the very heart of Tuscany for a romantic and relaxing holiday of culture and good life.

£207–£290 / night

£1452–£1815 / week

4 nights min stay

1 review

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Castle | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Italian cultural tourism at its best in this Fairy-tale Castle on a hillside in the midst of the "Green Heart of Umbria" and beautiful Spoleto nearby. Perfect for the Spoleta Festival, enjoying some of the most beautiful art in the world,wine-tasting and truffle eating.

£80–£242 / night

£560–£1210 / week

Short stays welcome

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Castle | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 5

Relais chianti, luxury apartment chianti, hamlet chianti, medieval village, infinity swimming pool ,outdoor dining area , barbecue grill.

£111–£182 / night

£779–£1276 / week

1 night min stay

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Castle | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Superb apartment in 16th Century fortress,within the walls of a pristine Tuscan National Heritage monument. La Rocca Spagnola sits magnificently over the picturesque Marina of Porto Ercole.

£69–£92 / night

£484–£645 / week

7 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 5 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed

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Castle | 10 bedrooms | Sleeps 24

Our stunning pink stone castle w/9 Bedrooms, lofts & alcoves sleeps 24+. Once the home of the GUSTAV MAHLER family and recently the residence of SOFIA LOREN, it offers private pool, sauna & 3 double, jetted tubs. Luxuries of a spa experience. 3 double jacuzzis, sauna, swimming pool, lawns, gardens, stunning views.

£368–£847 / night

£2573–£4677 / week

3 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 80 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets welcome

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Castle | 8 bedrooms | Sleeps 14

Awash with history, this self-catering dream castle has a view to die for, and would be an unforgettable setting for an Italian wedding flawlessly organised by the owner.

£887–£922 / night

£6210–£6452 / week

7 nights min stay

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Castle | 5 bedrooms | Sleeps 10

Castello di Panzano is an exclusive historical castle in Tuscany for rent. This beautiful property is located in the heart of the Chianti region, in the lovely village of Panzano in Chianti immersed in the unspoilt nature. The villa can sleep up to 10 people.

£unknown / week

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Castle | 9 bedrooms | Sleeps 19

Tucked away into the hills of Arezzo lies the magic Castello di Galbino dating back to the 11th century. A large and welcoming family castle surrounded by seemingly endless fields and hills covered olive groves and woods.

£501–£1014 / night

£3508–£7097 / week

7 nights min stay

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Castle | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

A very caracteristique Umbria Castle of the XI century with the old Church and Tower, situated on an beautiful hill between Perugia and Chiusi/Città della Pieve, in the region of saints. An incredible view on the landscape of Nestore river, in front of Perugia. A very nice apartment in the main building of the castle. Incredible place either in winter and summer time.

£52–£75 / night

£363–£524 / week

3 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 10 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car essential
  • May take pets – please enquire

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Castle | 6 bedrooms | Sleeps 12

Castello di Renai is a wonderful historical castle in Tuscany for rent. This graceful country residence is near the ancient town of Castelfiorentino on the Francigen Route.

£unknown / week

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Castle | 6 bedrooms | Sleeps 12

Villa Castello is a luxurious castle. It sleeps 12 people. From Villa Castello you will enjoy a charming view of the Tuscan countryside and of the Chianti valley. Villa Castello is 500 square meters (5380 square feet).

£1001–£1483 / night

£7008–£10379 / week

1 night min stay

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Castle | 10 bedrooms | Sleeps 20

Castello di Magona is a splendid historical castle in Tuscany with 10 beautiful bedrooms and stunning gardens. Located near Livorno, just opposite the Island of Elba, the castle was built during the 16th century, and once home to the Grand Duke of Tuscany.

£unknown / week

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