Atop a hill, wedged between the gulfs of Naples and Salerno, this villa in the Italian countryside is all about location. Walk to Sant'Agata Sui Due Golfi, where the mighty Vesuvius lies to one side, to dine at gastronomic eateries or drive to Sorrento for a hit of architecture and a sample – or two – of their famous limoncello. Though little ones might find the spiral staircase challenging and the style might not be to everyone's taste, the villa is spacious and comfortable, and the swimming pool, beautiful vine-covered pergola, and outdoor kitchen will make up for it.

Home truths:
*The swimming pool isn't fenced, so children will need to be supervised at all times
*This home is spread over three floors, with no internal lift, but there’s a ground-floor bedroom and bathroom here for those with reduced mobility
*We suggest hiring a car for ease – there's parking space for up to three cars here
*Your host can provide a complimentary cot and high chair – this must be requested at the time of booking, and you’ll need to bring your own cot linen
*Little ones might need help on the spiral staircase
*There are two dedicated desks here if you need to catch up on some work during your stay