"Elegant and refined, a luxury hotel in Tuscany's serene village Palazzetto dating back to the 13th-century. Visit the nearby abbey of San Galgano, one of the most beautiful in Italy."

"Just six suites housed in a 12th-century castle in Tuscany, this luxury hotel is a fairytale-like retreat. Its close to the pretty sites of Castiglione della Pescaia,Siena, Montalcino and Pienza."

"A beautiful medieval castle near Siena houses this five star luxury hotel, which provides the ultimate romantic retreat in Tuscany. The renowned Ristorante Oliviera is a big draw, too."

"A luxury hotel set amid acres of olive groves and vineyards, this is Tuscan chic at its best. Owned by Alain Ducasse, its restaurant is, not surprisingly, regarded as one of Tuscany's finest."

"This boutique hotel lies in the heart of rural Tuscany, surrounded by acres of rolling countryside. It's great for children too, and the many family-friendly activities includes lessons in its pizza school."

"With a guestbook that features Anthony Hopkins and Robert de Niro, this luxury hotel in Tuscany's San Gimignano must be doing something right. A perfect rural retreat in a medieval landscape."

"A sumptuous spa and golf facilities are just some of the many attractions of this luxury hotel in Tuscany. It's within driving distance to Rome and Florence, so provides the perfect city escape."

"A gorgeous restored villa nestled in the bucolic surrounds of Tuscany's Chianti Classico region, this romantic luxury hotel has just ten bedrooms and an excellent restaurant, patronised by Alain Ducasse."

"This five star luxury villa in Tuscany's Arezzo is perfect for those who want a touch of urban cool in the country, with boutiques stocking Fendi, Prada and Ferragamo close by."

"Housed in a beautifully restored luxury villa in Moncioni, this boutique hotel boasts an excellent restaurant serving traditional Tuscan food and jaw-dropping views of Monti del Chianti."