Italy is the most romantic of destinations and Tuscany a jewel in Italy. But not all Romantic retreats are the same - here is a list of our five best Italian villas for couples and honeymoons.
Some are best for relaxing with champagne and romance, others perfect as a base for long walks in the hills, returning to a simple meal in front of a stunning view.
Casa Andrea is a very recent addition to our houses, and is a very well-appointed cottage on a ridge just 3km away from San Gimignano. With underfloor heating and a Jacuzzi hot tub perfectly placed to take in the long-reaching views over Chianti, this is a house that has space for four, with two double bedrooms, but I think is ideal for a romantic getaway, a place to re-kindle romance or perhaps to propose and take the your relationship to the next step!
San Giovanni Valdarno, Florence | For Tennis lovers Treggiaia is a rare find, a small villa with a Tennis court and poolThis little house has a swimming pool directly in front of the house and a tennis court just to the right, making it perfect for those who love to stay active on holiday. If Tennis and swimming aren't enough, there are stables nearby that will allow one to discover the surroundings slowly on horseback and shopping outlets within 1/2 hr. for those whose preferences turn to Italian styling and a good bargain. When you want to explore the famous cities there is a train station at the bottom of the hill with easy access to Florence, Arezzo and Rome by train.
Argentario, Maremma | For a real getaway Casina Moresca has fabulous views over the Mediterranean sea A little house high on a ridge over the mediterranean sea, surrounded by olive trees and with views that go on forever. During the day you can see out to the Island of Giglio, then to Montecristo and even as far as Corsica. At night stars sparkle gloriously right over your outside dining table as well as over the nearby Jacuzzi - the owner told me with tongue in cheek that they had built it purposely exactly beneath the milky way for maximum effect! The access road to this property is narrow and windy!
Ameglia, La Spezia | For romantic walkers Casa Guelfi was selected by Conde Nast Traveler as a special place
This little honeymoon cottage with a private pool is on the slopes of a National Park, close to the village of Ameglia and within perfect reach of some fantastic walking paths around the cliffs and coves of the coast just south of the Cinque Terre. The paths and villages around Montemarcello, are special because they are just as interesting and beautiful as those on the Cinque Terre but far, far quieter. Should you decide to go to Portovenere and walk the 5 village of the Cinque Terre, there is an excellent bus and train service. And when you're not walking, the villa has its own private pool.
