This is an area of Tuscany that opens up endless exploring possibilities: medieval hilltop towns, some of Europe's most renowned vineyards, and some of its most alluring sights and cities. Pisa, Florence, and Siena are all under an hour away and within 20 minutes you can be on the Chianti wine tasting route. A week of serious exploring combined with easy relaxation strikes an excellent balance. Luxury Tuscan Villa invites outdoor living: you are fabulously well set up with a poolside bar for cold drinks, or for creating a wonderful atmosphere in the evenings, sunset on cue, and maybe some bruschetta and a glass of Chianti in hand. By the side of the house, there's a fabulous shady area with big reclining wooden chairs and a coffee table. Around the front, it's set up for al fresco dining with tables and chairs that call for long dinners and plenty of chatter deep into the balmy evenings.