Italy
Villa Talon Sampieri, Bologna, Italy
The noble family from Bologna, the Marquis Sampieri, bought the vast terrains which lay down over 110 hectares on the right bank of the Rhine River in the sixteenth century. The Villa was built inside this park in the early…
Magnificent 14th-Century Hilltop Estate, Florence, Italy
Tuscan farmsteads and prestigious villas punctuate the surrounding hills. The villa of exceptional historical and architectural pedigree commands a hilltop in Bellosguardo, an exclusive residential area on the outskirts of Florence. The estate, comprising several buildings within a completely fenced…
Serene Il Fossato, Florence, Italy
In a secluded valley near Florence, a lovingly restored farmhouse with a central courtyard and large barn—all approached by a private two-kilometer drive—nestles among olive groves, woodland, pasture, and extensive gardens embracing a magnificent estate of 123.5 acres. The two…
Resort-style Seaside Villa, Olbia, Sardinia, Italy
Sardinia’s Porto Rotondo is suspended in time and truly magnificent. A gorgeous villa basking in the Mediterranean sun overlooks the crystal sea of Porto Rotondo from a spectacular cove, enjoying an expansive view over the most beautiful landscape in Sardinia.…
Elegant Renaissance Villa, Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy
Tuscany’s Chianti, located between the provinces of Florence and Siena, is an area known throughout the world for its production of fine, high-quality wine. Framed by an unmatched landscape, the prestigious Renaissance estate revels in a centuries-old history played out…
Aristocratic Pedigree in Tuscany, Pisa, Italy
A magnificent villa built during the latter half of the 1500s—passed from generation to generation of noble families—has preserved its aristocratic flavor over the centuries. Structural renovations in the 1700s resulted in the current design of a central block embellished by…
Fabulous Tuscan Villa, Florence, Italy
An extraordinary and enticing 15th-century estate located three kilometers from the center of Florence revels in the panoramic view overlooking the city and Brunelleschi’s awe-inspiring Duomo di Firenze. The historic villa—recently returned to its original splendor—boasts 1,300 square meters divided…
Historic Tuscan Retreat, San Gimignano, Italy
Originally a convent dating to 1587, a splendid luxury boutique hotel surrounded by centuries-old cypress trees gazes out from atop a hill overlooking the famous towers of San Gimignano. The recent and historically accurate restoration has exposed its elegant proportions,…
Alluring Seafront Hotel, Italy, The World Renowned Amalfi Coast
Commanding an extraordinary perch on the rocks above the bay of Salerno, a magnificent luxury hotel perfectly harmonizes with its 2.2-hectare surroundings—among the most spectacular in Italy. Private access from both the sea and the state coastal road reveals a…
The Hills of Lazio, Rome, Italy
A magnificent villa near Rome dates back to the 16th century, when it was commissioned by a cardinal who had found the ideal location to uplift his spirit. In recent times, the property was transformed into a prestigious hotel that offers…
Florentine Fantasy, Florence, Italy
Commanding a hilltop perch overlooking the “City of Art”—and surrounded by 360? views of the storied Tuscan countryside—the alluring estate compound covers 14 hectares cultivated with olive trees and vineyards. Sited on the apex is the romantic manor house and attendant…
Riviera Magic, Liguria, Italy
On the Ligurian Riviera, 500 meters from the sparkling Ligurian Sea near Portofino, a very private dream villa is perfectly nestled amid luxuriant mature landscaping. Tall maritime pines ensure wide shaded areas, while a large swimming pool enjoys daylong sunshine.…
Villa Antinori di Monte Aguglioni, Tuscany – near Florence, Italy
Home to the once powerful del Giocondo family from 1498 to 1517, an historic villa commands a scenic hill on the left side of the river Arno a few kilometers from Florence. Lisa del Giocondo, the wife of Francesco del…
Near Milan, Italy
A majestic 10th-century castle reigns over a green landscape of rolling hills dotted with the red tile roofs of Lombardy. The fortification’s trapezoidal plan allows for a large inner courtyard with four elegant circular towers covered with conical roofs at…
Lucca, Italy
A trio of villas comprising some 3,000 square meters of aristocratic grandeur bask in the sunny hills of Tuscany, surrounded by large swathes of green fields and woodland. Some 20 hectares of parkland, and a further 30 hectares of woodland,…