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Hot Tips: The Luxury Italian Holiday Spots to Fit Your Style

As seasoned travellers, we like to think we’re familiar with the most popular holiday destinations. But even a well-known location can hide a few surprises. To make the best of your stay, it’s important to familiarise yourself with the more unique characteristics of an area.

Hot Tips: The Luxury Italian Holiday Spots to Fit Your Style

As seasoned travellers, we like to think we’re familiar with the most popular holiday destinations. But even a well-known location can hide a few surprises. To make the best of your stay, it’s important to familiarise yourself with the more unique characteristics of an area.

The tourist hot spots of Italy are no exception. Should you choose the chic streets of Capri or the more laid-back village of Anacapri? The celeb-laden Lake Como or the family-friendly Lake Garda? A whitewashed village in Apulia’s Valle d’Itria or its coastal area of Salento? Here are our tips for picking the ideal luxury holiday location to fit your travel style and tastes.

Valle D'Itria vs Salento

Valle D'Itria vs Salento

VALLE D’ITRIA

The image of olive groves on hillsides, peppered with dazzling white buildings and trulli cones, with the sea in the distance, is the stereotypical albeit authentic image of Valle d’Itria. Here you will find traditional properties with walls thick enough to keep the cool inside despite the sizzling summer outside, whilst the silence of the courtyard is interrupted only by chirping cicadas or the scuttling of a lizard.

Summertime in Valle d’Itria is a lazy, indulgent time spent divided between relaxing in the countryside, exploring charming white-washed towns like Ostuni or Locorotondo that offer a vast array of restaurants serving traditional food or fizzing aperitifs, and sunbathing on sandy beaches lined with the sunbeds of exclusive beach clubs.

For a complete immersion in a traditional summer of Valle d’Itria, the stunning six-bedroom Masseria Lamacoppa has everything needed for an indulgent luxury holiday. It offers a large swimming pool, inviting spaces to relax in the hottest hours, and the services of a chef that will transform the delicious local produce into sumptuous feasts.

SALENTO

Further south lies the Salento peninsula, which starts at the end of the ancient Appian Way. Lapped by two seas – the rockier shore of the Adriatic providing a dramatic contrast to the sandy Ionian one – this small piece of land packs in many attractions. The baroque architecture gracing the city of Lecce is a must-see, but so are the Moresque-style buildings in the old spa town of Santa Cesarea or the forbidding ancient walls of the castle of Otranto.

Beach life is very much a must in the summer, and a boat trip is the perfect way to enjoy the turquoise waters of Salento’s rockier side. The Natural Reserve of Porto Selvaggio is another unmissable highlight of the coast, and to enjoy it at its best, we recommend a stay at the nearby Villa Tafuri.

This former watchtower still boasts some of its original baroque features, and yet it’s been transformed into a stylish, contemporary four-bedroom home. Its cool interiors and charming outdoor areas, including a swimming pool and an organic garden, will provide the perfect base for a relaxing Salento break.

Explore villas in Apulia

Casa Badra

Bedrooms: 5, Guests: 8
From 10,000 to 18,000 EUR per week

Casale la Nota

Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 16,261 to 20,867 EUR per week

Dimora Biancarancio

Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 14,000 to 25,000 EUR per week

Masseria Antonio Augusto

Bedrooms: 9, Guests: 18
From 21,000 to 49,000 EUR per week

Masseria Lamacoppa

Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 55,000 EUR per week, to price on request

Masseria Pezza

Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 7,000 to 10,500 EUR per week

Pettolecchia La Piccola

Bedrooms: 3, Guests: 6
From 8,000 to 20,000 EUR per week

Pettolecchia La Residenza

Bedrooms: 5, Guests: 10
From 15,000 to 45,000 EUR per week

Tenuta Castione

Tenuta Castione

Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 9,500 to 20,900 EUR per week

Trullo dei Pumi

Bedrooms: 5, Guests: 10
From 13,500 to 30,240 EUR per week

Trullo delle Dame

Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 16,500 to 31,360 EUR per week

Villa Baraquiel

Bedrooms: 4, Guests: 8
From 8,750 to 15,250 EUR per week

Villa Dusenszky Vitale

Bedrooms: 9, Guests: 18
From 16,800 to 30,100 EUR per week

Villa Ludovica

Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 8,750 to 17,500 EUR per week

Villa Ostuni Art

Bedrooms: 9, Guests: 18
From 14,000 to 30,800 EUR per week

Villa Serra de Citris

Bedrooms: 5, Guests: 10
From 8,580 to 19,950 EUR per week

Villa Tafuri

Bedrooms: 5, Guests: 10
From 9,375 to 14,375 EUR per week

Capri vs Anacapri

Capri vs Anacapri

CAPRI

Glitzy and glamorous, Capri has been the place to be – and to be seen – for decades.  Nowadays, well-heeled tourists pack its streets lined with luxury shops and mix with day-trippers who come to soak up the magic, even if only for a few hours.

The undeniable charm of Capri lies not only in its fantastic scenery but also in its perennial holiday vibe that inspires indulging in another spot of sunbathing, another gelato, another glass of local white wine or more shopping.  

As there are limits to the cars allowed on the island, it’s best to stay close to the action. The breathtaking Villa Castiglione sits atop a cliff above Marina Piccola, only a few minutes’ walk from the celebrated Piazzetta, combining spectacular views with easy access to Capri’s extravagant heart.

ANACAPRI

The more traditional village of Anacapri sits on top of the island. It is reached by road through many, many hairpin turns and – for those unfazed by heights – a chairlift reaches the top of Monte Solaro, offering spectacular views of the island and beyond. 

Its quaint streets are not littered with international luxury brands but with artisans, traditional eateries, and picturesque historical attractions. Belonging to the boundaries of Anacapri is also the world-famous Blue Grotto, which entered the records as the private swimming hole of Emperor Tiberius. 

Exploring the island‘s coastline and enjoying a refreshing swim under the celebrated Faraglioni is a must. Our stunning four-bedroom Villa Giada in Anacapri has a private boat for rent so that you can enjoy this unforgettable experience.

Lake Como vs Lake Garda

Lake Como vs Lake Garda

LAKE COMO

Peppered by historic luxury villas and quaint, upmarket towns, Lake Como has become one of the destinations of choice for celebrities and VIPs.

Its beautiful setting offers a flawless frame to enjoy an aperitif on a lovingly-tended, terraced garden or to cross the lake on a classic motorboat in perfect 60s Dolce Vita style. Only an hour and a half from Milan, Lake Como is an ideal destination for a holiday that is at the same time relaxed and glamorous.  

Direct lake access, fabulous gardens and understated elegance make the seven-bedroom Villa Altrove the quintessential Lake Como property. It offers privacy, luxury facilities (including a heated pool, a private boat dock, and a cinema room) and an undeniable timeless charm.

LAKE GARDA

Lake Garda has been a popular holiday destination since Roman times. To this day, the Grotte di Catullo complex – remains of a Roman villa – is one of its main attractions. Families choose the location for their luxury holiday thanks to its proximity to cities like Venice and Verona and its friendly vibes.

With a choice of lovely beaches and plenty of water sports opportunities, from kite-surfing to sailing, the largest lake in Italy provides entertaining activities for the whole family.

Villa Sphere Ovest is a stunning example of contemporary architecture, providing the perfect base to explore the history and beauty of Lake Garda. It offers five bright bedrooms, a private pool, a sauna and steam room, and marvellous lake views, perfect for a memorable getaway with loved ones.

Explore villas in Lake Como

Villa Bonomi

Bedrooms: 11, Guests: 22
From 140,000 to 140,000 EUR per week

Mosaic House

Bedrooms: 1, Guests: 2
From 25,760 EUR per week, to price on request

Villa Adinolfi - Lake Annone

Bedrooms: 9, Guests: 18
From 17,000 to 18,500 EUR per week

Villa Altrove

Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 60,000 to 75,000 EUR per week

Villa Angela

Bedrooms: 7, Guests: 14
From 14,500 to 23,000 EUR per week

Villa Balbiano

Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 350,000 to 420,000 EUR per week

Villa Breakwater Bellagio

Bedrooms: 7, Guests: 14
From 45,000 to 65,000 EUR per week

Villa Breakwater Griante

Bedrooms: 8, Guests: 16
From 55,000 to 75,000 EUR per week

Villa Camilla

Bedrooms: 10, Guests: 20
From 32,000 to 52,000 EUR per week

Villa Cima

Bedrooms: 4, Guests: 8
From 73,500 EUR per week, to price on request

Villa Cristina

Bedrooms: 8, Guests: 13
From 38,180 to 46,000 EUR per week

Villa Dei Sogni

Bedrooms: 4, Guests: 8
From 12,950 to 13,825 EUR per week

Villa del Lago

Bedrooms: 3, Guests: 6
From 196,000 EUR per week, to price on request

Villa della Rocca

Bedrooms: 1, Guests: 2
From 77,000 EUR per week, to price on request

Villa Dolce Vita - Lake Como

Bedrooms: 4, Guests: 8
From 9,800 to 11,900 EUR per week

Villa Garrovo

Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 110,600 EUR per week, to price on request

Villa La Cassinella

Bedrooms: 8, Guests: 17
From 164,000 to 196,800 EUR per week

Villa Malakoff

Bedrooms: 4, Guests: 8
From 51,450 EUR per week, to price on request

Villa Molli

Bedrooms: 5, Guests: 10
From 23,100 to 38,500 EUR per week

Villa Musa

Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 35,000 to 42,000 EUR per week

Villa Pliniana set against mountains on the shores of Lake Como

Villa Pliniana

Bedrooms: 10, Guests: 20
From 110,000 to 130,000 EUR per week

Villa Ponti Bellavista

Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 12,600 to 39,200 EUR per week

Villa Rocco Peduzzi

Bedrooms: 8, Guests: 14
From 75,000 EUR per week, to price on request

Villa Sissi

Bedrooms: 5, Guests: 10
From 17,360 to 20,650 EUR per week

Villa Sola Cabiati

Bedrooms: 6, Guests: 12
From 70,000 to 140,000 EUR per week

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