Hidden away behind a centuries-old olive grove on a stunning stretch of the Etruscan coast, this vast villa offers comfort, style and sophistication on an unprecedented scale. The interior is decked out in largely neutral tones with a forest-themed feature wall in the living room, plus coastal vistas wallpapered in a couple of the bedrooms.

Dive deeper, and you'll discover luxurious touches at every turn. From the hammam, games room and gym in the basement to the main bedroom with its own walk-in wardrobe and living area – plus access to the terrace and hot tub – it culminates in a private helipad out in the garden, perfect for those who want to arrive in style.

Away from home, discover the port town of Piombino. Its historic compact historic centre is easy to explore on foot, and there are some excellent seafood restaurants and traditional taverns to choose from. From here, you can also board a ferry over to the island of Elba, best known as Napoleon's place of exile. Elsewhere, the city of Pisa and its iconic leaning tower is a little over an hour away, while the cradle of the Renaissance, Florence, is closer to two.


Home truths:
*Access to the home is via a private entrance
*We'd recommend a car to explore the area – there's ample on-site parking
*Host meet-and-greet on arrival
*The dining table doubles as a laptop-friendly workspace
*There are two ground floor en-suite bedrooms, so the home may be suitable for those with limited mobility
*Two separate two-room apartments sit apart from the main villa