Villas in Italy off the beaten path
This special collection of luxury villa rentals will bring the best off the beaten path places in Italy right to your doorstep. Situated in the quieter corners of Tuscany, Umbria and Veneto, escape the tourist crowds you’ll find in popular destinations like Florence and Venice.
Relish the peace and quiet of lazy villa days by your private pool and explore hidden gems, like the sublime Garfagnana in northern Tuscany and Niccone valley in Umbria. Our luxury villa rentals in Italy invite you to slow down and discover authentic small towns and breathtaking countryside that you might never initially have thought to visit.
About our villas off the beaten track in Italy
From contemporary farmhouse conversions to grand Tuscan estates, our villa retreats in central Italy sleep from 2 to 18 people. So whether you are planning a romantic Italian getaway off the radar, or are looking for a peaceful family retreat, we can find the perfect villa for you. Our villas promise private swimming pools and stunning views of the surrounding area.
A number of our luxury Italian villas off the beaten path have a chef, maid and other staff included in the rental price. Your in-villa chef will prepare bespoke menus based on the local cuisine, while your housekeeper keeps the day-to-day running smoothly.
With our award-winning Travel Concierge also on hand to take care of additional services like grocery shopping and in-villa experiences, you don’t ever have to leave the villa if you don’t want to. Set yourself down by your private pool with a good book, glass of white wine and relish the panoramic views from your villa instead. We can even arrange intimate experiences like Italian cookery classes and in-villa wine tastings.
Each villa includes free access to our Concierge service for arranging pre-trip details and personalised travel itineraries. You’ll also be given an emergency 24/7 number while you are in destination.
Each villa listed below is exclusive to Tuscany Now & More. You won’t find any of these exquisite homes listed anywhere else. Every Italian villa we offer has been personally inspected and stayed in by a member of our team who is familiar with the local area. This is why we keep our portfolio small, to ensure quality and attention to detail in every villa stay.
Simply read our verified reviews to discover how our guests feel about their special Tuscany Now & More experience!
What to do in Italy off the beaten path
There are so many incredible hidden gems in Italy that are well worth a visit.
In Northern Italy opt for countryside villas that are close to charming towns and villages like Arqua Petrarcà and Asolo.
Choose underrated cities like Mantua and Perugia to dedicate a few days to exploring. Mantua is packed with art and Renaissance palaces, while Perugia is every chocolate and jazz lover’s dream.
Opt for a classic Tuscan farmhouse or tranquil countryside villa in the Val d’Orcia or Crete Senesi. These may be two of Tuscany’s more famous regions for picture-postcard scenery, but they are also vast and peaceful places to escape everyday life, especially in late summer, early autumn. Our villas in the countryside will allow you to prioritise the surrounding scenery, relaxing by your pool and foodie experiences with small family-run suppliers, whether you are in the area for the wine, the cheese or both.
If you are looking for something completely new, choose one of our villas near the Garfagnana north of Lucca. It is hard to believe this luscious valley is still largely undiscovered. Rugged mountains and pretty hilltop villages make this one of the most breathtaking regions in Italy.
Umbria is perfect for repeat travellers to Tuscany looking for a change of scene. The region is brimming with national parks, like the Nera River Park, home to Italy’s largest waterfall. It is home to underrated Italian wines like Montefalco Sagrantino and mesmerising towns like Gubbio and San Gemini.
For sandy beaches and sleepy coastal towns either head north to the Tuscan-Ligurian border, or choose one of our villas in wild Maremma. The southern Tuscany coast is still characterised by unspoilt beaches and hidden coves and is perfect for hiking.
