Weddings and family reunions (25 properties found)

Sleeps: 36 (Multiple properties at this location)

A stunning avenue of cypresses leads to the summit of a Chianti hill and the impressive entrance to Borgo di Stomennano. Three properties are available: the exceptionally beautiful Villa which sleeps 8 but can dine 22 and two delightful farmhouses: Tinaione for 12, and La Volta which can be rented as one unit for 12 or as two units of 8 and 4.

Sleeps: 8

Originating around 1250, Castell'Orlando is now one of the most beautiful and best conserved private castles in Umbria. This impressive castle has been carefully restructured; the architects have maintained the harsh, original, stone structure, and have made sensitive use of stone, iron and wood to create a blend of comfortable contemporary details with the existing historic structure.

Sleeps: 11

In this impressive castle that offers stunning views, the judicious use of metal stone and wood creates a juxtaposition of old and new which captures the confident atmosphere. The whole property, with its pool, fenced deer and horse pastures, superbly manicured park and gardens, and discreet and efficient staff achieves a prestigious whole.

Sleeps: 17

Colombaia is a beautiful, typical Tuscan farmhouse, in 300 hectares of vineyards and olive groves; it is located a few yards from a country road near the medieval hill town of Barberino Val d'Elsa in classic Chianti. The proportions of this solid stone house display that innate aesthetic sensibility which has fascinated generations of worshipers of Tuscany.

Sleeps: 4 (Multiple properties at this location)

Sleeps: 18 to 21

This large stone house with origins in the late 12th century has been carefully restored and furnished with exceptional taste and sensitivity to the comforts of modern travelers. Its three large living areas, two excellent kitchens, and 9 beautifully appointed bedrooms and bathrooms surround a lovely courtyard, and a splendid pool and terrace have long views over the Arno valley. This is an excellent place for large family reunions or festive events.

Sleeps: 10 to 11

This large stone house with origins in the late 12th century has been carefully restored and furnished with exceptional taste and sensitivity to the comforts of modern travelers. Its three large living areas, two excellent kitchens, and 5 beautifully appointed ensuite bedrooms surround a lovely courtyard, and a splendid pool and terrace have long views over the Arno valley. This is an excellent place for family reunions or festive events.

Sleeps: 22 (Multiple properties at this location)

Three stylish apartments in a rambling 16th century Chianti farmhouse. Il Casolare is one of the ancient farm buildings that, like Topsy, just grew, and grew until it became the sprawling farmhouse whose contours extend long and jut up and outward.

Sleeps: 38 (Multiple properties at this location)

High on a ridge in the Apennine hills, three farmhouses and a chapel on an ancient estate have been restored to provide comfortable holiday accommodation, all with pools and astounding views. See details for Mazzino, La Chiesina, Collinaccia and Vanzetti, the latter two large farmhouses which can each be taken as a whole or as smaller apartments.

Sleeps: 15 to 16

A large farmhouse with a stunning view of Siena has been transformed into a wonderfully spacious home offering modern comfort and relaxing elegance.

Sleeps: 59 (Multiple properties at this location)

An ancient and beautiful estate, Montestigliano is a small complex with some farmhouses, the villa and agricultural buildings in a panoramic position on top of a hill, with extensive views of the surrounding countryside.

Sleeps: 22 to 23 (Multiple properties at this location)

Pieve di Caminino, a little hamlet in the beautiful Maremma countryside between Roccastrada and Massa Marittima, is set in a natural, verdant amphitheatre, with enormous olive groves extending down from the wooded, rocky background towards the coast.

Sleeps: 14

On a wooded crest of the Montagnola hills outside Siena, this beautifully restored farmhouse gives the immediate impression of protected peace. The surrounding rural landscape is a composite of the ilex oak trees that foster porcini mushrooms, olives groves, and meadows where deer graze in peace.

Sleeps: 27 (Multiple properties at this location)

The beautiful farm of Poggio Capponi dominates a hill in Chianti, south west of Florence. The 500-hectare estate, which specialises in very fine wines and extra virgin olive oil, enjoys very impressive hill views of vineyards, olives, cornfields, forests and castles. There is a small antique car museum within the property.

Sleeps: 14

Roseto is a 13th century farmhouse with a small tower and a barn, in the middle of the Chianti Classico area, mid-way between Florence and Siena. On a hill in 15 hectares of its own fenced land, there are beautiful panoramic views of vineyards and olive groves with forest clad hills in the background.

Sleeps: 12 (Multiple properties at this location)

Off a furnished stone patio is a door bordered with jasmine, roses and wisteria that opens to time-worn stone steps up to the interior. The incredible views are of the swimming pool and the countryside beyond.

Sleeps: 16 (Multiple properties at this location)

Vanzetti is the first of four houses recently restored on the extensive Collina estate on the border of Tuscany and Emilia Romagna. Sitting on a pointed ridge with long views over the beautiful hills of Emilia Romagna, its thick stone walls keep it cool throughout the summer.

Sleeps: 14 (Multiple properties at this location)

The whole Vanzetti building can be rented to make a perfect house for a family reunion or for a group of friends. La Chiesina, the ex-chapel of the house, next door to it, can also be rented bringing the total number of beds up to 16.

Sleeps: 9 to 12 (Multiple properties at this location)

This country villa with charming courtyard, panoramic terrace and solar-heated pool seems to have it all. Ideally situated at the doorstep of the Chianti, yet only 15 minutes from the ancient gates of Florence, its spacious accommodation would be perfect for a family reunion of all generations. Whether exploring the paths of its extensive park, having tea in the shady loggia or planning next adventures in comfortable living areas, guests at Villa Boscaglia come to understand the best of Italian hospitality.

Sleeps: 20

A superb 16th century Tuscan villa near Siena. La Villa di Corsano is situated in one of the most picturesque areas of Tuscany, at the start of the Sienese "Crete", that surreal landscape of wide, clay hills just South of Siena, a continual source of inspiration for artists over the centuries.