Stone Above Anghiari

A 19th-century stone farmhouse perched above the Tuscan hills, this villa sits within more than two private hectares of terraced gardens, ancient cypress trees, and far-reaching valley views. The pool looks out across an unbroken sweep of countryside – the kind of scene that makes an afternoon swim feel unhurried. Covered porch, wood oven, and a panoramic terrace for evenings outside round out a home built for long, warm days. Anghiari, with its hilltop streets and access to the wider riches of Tuscany and Umbria, is just a short drive away.

Home truths:
* The pool is open from the last Saturday in April to the first Saturday in October, so if you're visiting outside those dates you won't be able to use it.
* The pool sits around thirty metres from the villa down a path and eight stone steps – worth keeping in mind if you're travelling with young children or anyone with limited mobility.
* Air conditioning is only available in the bedrooms, so the living areas can warm up on hotter days.
* The villa is in a rural hillside location a few kilometres outside Anghiari, so you'll need a car to reach shops, restaurants, and local attractions. There are four parking spaces on site.
* If you're travelling with a baby or toddler, your host can provide a cot and high chair. You'll need to request them in advance.
* For those with reduced mobility, there's a ground floor bedroom and bathroom here.
* While the fifth and sixth bathrooms aren't photographed, expect the style and quality to be consistent with the rest of the home.