This Tuscan villa is worlds apart from its original purpose. Formerly a farm outbuilding, this stunning abode has been expertly renovated with a meticulous attention to detail. The interiors are lifted straight from an Italian country living design magazine – it’s all timber beams, white-washed walls, stone staircases and terracotta tiled floors. And that’s not to mention the enormous windows that invites beguiling views of the Montecatini plains into the spacious living area. Outside, an infinity pool takes centre stage, lined with loungers and age-old cypress trees. When you’re not swimming laps or topping up your tan, you’ll be entertaining on the terrace or sharing a bottle of something cold on the balcony – especially when the sun starts to set over the rolling countryside. If you can spare a second away from your gorgeous home, you don’t need to travel far to enjoy a day trip with a difference – the healing mineral waters of Terme Tettuccio in Montecatini Terme are only a ten-minute drive away.

Home truths:
*The pool is open from the last Saturday in April to the first Saturday of October
*If you’d like a hand with the cleaning, a cleaner can attend at an additional cost – just ask your host for more information
*The home is spread over four levels, so it may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility
*City taxes are not included in the price of the stay and will be collected in person upon check-in
*The kitchen lacks basic cleaning supplies, so you might want to bring your own