Look, Tuscany is not short on scenic destinations and pretty old towns with stunning historic cores. One of the main things that recommends Tuscany villas and vacations exploring this part of the world is the very fact that is seems like you can take in postcard perfect views no matter where you turn at any given moment. These views have made the region famous from the endless vineyards and delicious wines found in Chianti, to the famous rolling hills found all throughout the region but especially in areas like the Val D’Arno, to the charming medieval towns of Lucca and San Gimignano, to the beloved blockbuster cities like Pisa and Florence. All of these things are worth exploring and seeing with your own eyes, of course, but if you are after those looks and views without the more intense tourist crowds then there are plenty of less well-known areas that are just as gorgeous as their more famous counterparts.
Take the town of Pergine Valdarno, for example. It boasts little cobbled streets and alleys, old stone buildings with shuttered windows and terracotta roofs and charming little iron balconies, incredible views from its raised position on a hilltop overlooking those misty rolling hills of the Val D’Arno, plants climbing up walls, arches framing glimpses of peaceful little roads, and lots of other scenes lifted directly from endless films set in Italy and all of your fantasies about what a vacation in Tuscany should be. Sleepy, charming, and perfectly positioned for those looking to explore many of the most famous sights and destinations in the region on day-trips (Siena, Cortona, Arezzo, Florence, and Chianti can all be visited pretty readily from here), Pergine Valdarno is sure to capture your heart and imagination.
Best of all, we have some truly stunning villas in Pergine Valdarno to choose from if you want to come and see it for yourself. Take Villa Fracassini, for example, a gorgeous gem positioned right in the centre of the town with a pretty little garden with sun loungers on the lawn, a private pool, truly incredible views over the town and across the surrounding countryside from the upstairs windows, three bedrooms and four bathrooms, and elegant and modern interiors inside a wonderful example of one of those lovely old stone buildings in town! At Villa Fracassini, as you swim in the pool, you can admire the gorgeous old fortified police station. While you are preparing food in the modern kitchen you can peek out into that charming leafy garden and catch glimpses of your storybook setting and admire the historic and stunning brick barrel vaulted ceilings of this lovely old building overhead.
If you are hanging out at home for a day and want to unwind, you can head to the stylish and relaxing bedrooms to rest or lounge around by the pool. Or, if you need some alone time, you can find a peaceful and leafy corner of the garden and sit with a glass of wine and a good book. And if you want to explore the town, all you need do is step outside the door and walls around the house and you will immediately find yourself in the gorgeous and storied little streets of Pergine Valdarno. What more could you ask for? Available from €384 to €539 per night, this wonderful villa makes for the ideal setting to enjoy this incredible town to the fullest and a perfectly pretty base from which to venture out into the rest of Tuscany, should you so wish!
La Miccia, meanwhile, is another pretty old stone property in town but is a more compact, one-bedroom gem that is built for two and perfect for a romantic getaway in Tuscany. In fact, it is consistently listed amongst our most romantic vacation rentals in Tuscany and is always booked up for Valentine’s Day.
Also located right in the centre of this lovely town, it boasts lots of charming little details and touches of its own, including a big old fireplace and a hot-tub in the cosy living room, a bright and pretty kitchen, a charming bedroom with a four-poster bed surrounded in billowing draperies, a little table at which to dine al fresco or enjoy a glass of wine together while looking out onto the pretty square in which the property is located, wonderful historic property details like exposed stone walls in places and brick barrel ceilings and brick details over doors and around windows, and some vintage furniture dotted throughout. Available from €86 to €129 per night, this charming little gem is sure to make you fall in love with it and is certainly ideal for couples looking to enjoy a romantic holiday in Tuscany together!
A property like Buca Dei Merli, however, is a better choice for those looking for more room as it is positioned 2km from the centre of Pergine Valdarno, boasts more outdoor space, a bigger private pool than Villa Fracassini, and can sleep up to nine guests in four bedrooms with three bathrooms. Those, therefore, who want to travel as a family or bigger group and want a bit more room but still want to be able to enjoy Pergine Valdarno will be well catered to by this gem of a villa.
The pretty and historic villa is located in an elevated position, overlooking the surrounding landscape and taking in some incredible views that can be directly enjoyed while hanging out at the pool, sunning yourself in the rear garden, or sitting out on the delightful upstairs loggia while dining al fresco. This upstairs loggia is beautifully and tastefully equipped with outdoor furniture and lots of delightful little touches like mirrors, art, and lamps to add to the elegant atmosphere. The downstairs veranda, meanwhile, is also furnished with a table and chairs but this set-up is smaller and simpler. Additionally, there is another bench and table set out on the lawn, giving guests not one, not two, but three different outdoor/semi-outdoor dining options to choose from! Inside, the villa boasts spacious rooms, soaring ceilings, a massive old fireplace in the living room, and exposed beam ceilings in many rooms.
The interior furnishings are relatively simple but cosy and welcoming. Really, though, this is the villa for those looking to spend plenty of time enjoying the outdoor spaces and the views, those who want to be close to the town and all of its amenities while maintaining some peace and calm, and those who are looking to snag themselves a serious bargain. Available from €178 to €185 per night, this wonderful villa is a real steal, particularly if you are travelling in a larger group! It is also always in high demand and often booked up as a result so you need to snag dates when you can if you want to nab it for yourself.
Another compact but central property that is perfect for those looking to be in the middle of it all and those travelling as a couple or a small group/family is the exceptionally charming and pretty Il Pigionale. Sleeping up to four guests in two bedrooms and with two bathrooms, this little stone villa is located in a lovely and typical square in the centre of Pergine Valdarno with a small enclosed terrace out in this square where you can enjoy meals and drinks and read al fresco while soaking up the unique atmosphere of this delightful Tuscan town and watching the world go slowly by. With a traditional fireplace in a cosy little country-style kitchen and an exit out onto this veranda, exposed beam ceilings and some exposed stone walls, a separate little dining room with another old fireplace, a living room with a cool old vintage games table, relaxing and pretty bedrooms with windows affording more amazing views of the historic core of the town, modern bathrooms, and some wonderful extras like private tours and cooking lessons that can be arranged by the owners, this gem has everything you could ask for from a vacation in Tuscany - as well as buckets of charm! Available from €86 to €152 per night, it is also another property that is a bit of a bargain, and makes for the perfect place to stay if you want to get to know and fall in love with the gorgeous Tuscan town of Pergine Valdarno.
Pergine Valdarno may not be the most famous town in Tuscany and you may have never heard of it before but it really does have lots to offer visitors to this part of the world and boast unbelievable amounts of charm and utterly picturesque looks, as well as easy access to many of the region’s better-known destinations and attractions. It also happens to be where we have some incredible villas in Tuscany. So, why not get browsing our lovely selection of vacation rentals in Pergine Valdarno and the start planning a getaway in order for you to come and discover this remarkable little corner of the world for yourself?
