DK Travel : Tuscany

Limiting the choice of prime sights is not an easy task in a land as rich and varied as Tuscany. Its storybook landscape is home to medieval hill towns, fabled wines and, as crucible of the Renaissance, an unrivalled collection of artistic masterpieces. Here are the best of the best.

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Villa le Ginepraie

Le Ginepraie, a typical 17th century Tuscan farmhouse with private chef, with swimming pool stands on a knoll surrounded by hills, offering a superb panorama. Even though the location enjoys total tranquillity, it is in a strategic position between San Gimignano, Volterra, Colle Val d’Elsa, Siena, Florence and the sea, which can all be reached easily.The three roomy apartments and the two bedrooms that make up the Villa are elegant, but warm and welcoming at the same time. They are equipped with all mod. cons. such as a dishwasher and satellite television, together with traditional features such as ceilings with massive wooden beams and terracotta tiles, fireplaces with baskets of firewood, stone archways and antique chests. Outside, there is the laundry, as well as an old stone wood-fired oven and barbecue that guests can use.

for more info: http://www.leginepraie.com
Villa Montalto

Paul and Clare's reception venue. Hidden in the Fiesole hills overlooking the city of Florence is the beautiful Villa Montalto. The structure and the architectonic elements of the ground floor reveal the 15th century origin of the main building. The Villa as we see it today, was rebuilt with grandeur according to the eclectic taste of that time by the German Prince Hochberg in 1885 when he chose it as his residence.
Villa Romantica B&B Lucca

We have just returned from Tuscany, and we have stayed 4 nights at Villa Romantica. This was a wonderful place to stay at. Villa Romantica is a very nice small family hotel indeed-- very well maintained, very clean & very well managed. Several good restaurants and gelateria are within a very short walking distance. We will come back someday. This place is a gem.
Volterra

A beautiful small hilltop town in Eastern Tuscany near San Gimignano, with loads of proper Tuscan history and culture, including historical places, fascinating shops, a wide range of restaurants, and a welcoming, peaceful atmosphere. On top of that, there are the amazing views across Tuscany. Well worth the slightly hair-raising upward car journey!