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Florence has something different to offer during each season, ensuring that each has features that make it a dreamy time to explore this dreamy city. However, as summer fades into our memories and the colder months approach, we think that winter escapes in the city, in particular, are due some love. So, if you can’t wait until summer 2027 for your next vacation in Tuscany then discover why we think you should book your holiday rental in Florence for this winter...

When you book a villa in Tuscany for November, you will arrive to a landscape transformed: rolling green hills draped dramatically more often in fog in the mornings and dotted by forests and woods with foliage in a stunning array of golden, russet, and crimson shades. Tourist crowds will have finally thinned to their smallest for the year, giving you plenty of space to explore towns, cities, and attractions and to admire views and magical scenery without having to bob and weave around people's heads. Best of all, you'll find that kitchens are well stocked with rich harvests to make hearty seasonal dishes that are ideal for warming up after days of hiking, strolling around historic centres, and dashing between attractions and museums like the Uffizi. Here are the incredible foods that you can indulge in while staying in one of our incredible luxury villas in Tuscany this November...

For those dreaming of a perfect fall getaway, we have the perfect curation of villas in Tuscany. Featuring views over landscapes that will transform into gorgeous golden and russet shades throughout the season, cosy interiors with fireplaces for snuggling up with a good book or a movie, and pretty gardens where you can still enjoy hearty meals al fresco for much of the season, these properties really allow guests to enjoy the beauty of Tuscany at this time of the year and to really lean into everything that we love about autumn! So, check out these perfect vacation rentals in Tuscany and plan an autumn break filled with stunning scenery, incredible harvest delicacies, gorgeous wines, and cooler weather that makes getting out and exploring dreamy landscapes like the Val D’Orcia, historic towns like Siena, and Florence’s endless list of tourist attractions more pleasant.

Being informed before going anywhere is very helpful in avoiding any little speed bumps and leaving you free to simply enjoy your trip. For those planning a stay at a villa in Tuscany throughout much of the year - but summer or autumn, in particular - it is worth keeping in mind that you are likely to encounter mosquitoes. Some areas can be especially prone to significant numbers of mosquitoes and some people are particularly tasty to the bugs and this is something that has taken some of our customers by surprise in recent years.

One of the best things about a summer vacation in Tuscany, especially for foodies, is the vast number of sagre or food festivals that you can attend. Almost every town has its own local speciality and an annual food festival that celebrates that. Usually not massive affairs but, rather, small local events with good food at even better prices, music, and festivities and excitement, it is a chance to get a really authentic taste of Tuscany...