Description Alessa: Turin

Bordered on one side by a hedge with fairytale-like cutout windows, the infinity pool is arguably the highlight of this home. You’re likely to spend most of your time there, cooling off from the Tuscan sun, relaxing on a sun lounger, or enjoying an alfresco meal on the terrace. There's even a shower room that opens out onto the pool area, so you can easily spend your whole day outside. In the mornings, sit on the balcony with a coffee and enjoy the view over the Valdinievole hills, while in the evenings, the outdoor sofa on the first-floor terrace is the perfect spot to watch the sun go down over the countryside. For those seeking the ultimate relaxation, organise an in-house chef throughout your stay – just ask your host to help you arrange this. An independent studio flat within this home makes this the ideal spot for groups of friends or family who want to get together but retain some privacy as required.

Home truths:
*A separate annexe with its own kitchen and bathroom contains a sofa bed that sleeps two guests
*The swimming pool can be used from the first Saturday of May until the first Saturday of September
*City taxes are not included in the price of the stay and will be collected in person upon check-in