Tuscany - Il Bosco
The local area
Luxury Villas and Property Investment in Tuscany
Regardless of the motivations of entering the luxury second home market - as a business investment or purely for pleasure - there's no doubt that having access to a selection of international properties is synonymous with success and a jet-set lifestyle. Our Members enjoy exclusive access to luxury holiday homes all over the world, including our beautiful villas in Tuscany, Italy.
Located in central Italy, the beautiful region of Tuscany is often considered a nation within a nation, with its own cultural and linguistic identity. Our property investment club will enable you to enjoy our exquisite luxury villas in this incomparable location, where rolling green hills produce food and wine of exceptional quality. Joining our property investment club presents the opportunity to find the perfect combination of investment and lifestyle, and few places offer a lifestyle quite as vibrant as Tuscany.
The History of Tuscany
Echoes of the Etruscan civilisation and ancient Roman Empire reverberate throughout Tuscany in impressive ruins such as Rusellae and Cosa, while pretty medieval villages let you travel through the intervening centuries. Most famously, Tuscany is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and this high culture is on display across the museums, cathedrals, city squares and sculptures of the region, especially in the extraordinary city of Florence. Set in historic landscapes that have inspired generations of the most accomplished artists, our Tuscan villas allow you to experience the region's rich history with the utmost ease and indulgence.
What to See and Do in Tuscany
The unique appeal of Tuscany is that it offers an experience of life at its most luxurious in the beautiful Italian sunshine. Whether you're daydreaming over Renaissance art or unwinding with a perfect glass of Chianti, our luxury villas only add to this sensory indulgence. Among the must-sees, the art gallery Uffizi in Florence contains a world famous collection of work by Botticelli, Giotto, Cimabue, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci and Raffaello.
Tuscany offers a truly stunning backdrop to your Italian adventures, with islands in the Tuscan Archipelago, sandy coastline on the Tyrrhenian Sea, natural hot springs and mountain views in the Alpuan Alps. You can relax in spa towns such as Montecatetini Terme - a historic town that exhibits Art Nouveau thermal pools and bathhouse - and Fonteverde Spa, which has striking views across the World Heritage Site, Val d'Orcia.
Hot springs are also found in the wilderness with the Petriolo thermal pool hot enough to be enjoyed in winter, and Fosso Bianco, located in a wooded, shady spot that's perfect for the summer warmth.
Eating and Drinking in Tuscany
Italian cuisine is world famous, but the beautiful food of Tuscany stands out due to its' unique and wonderful produce. The people of Tuscany love bread, and Fettunta - toasted bread rubbed with garlic and olive oil - encapsulating the simplicity of Italian pleasures. Panzanella and Ribolita are other delicious dishes that sum up the region, as is the chicken liver pâté - brightened with capers and anchovy paste - which opens every celebratory meal in Tuscany.
In the mountains of Tuscany, chestnut trees result in Castagnaccio, a unique chestnut cake that's drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with rosemary, an authentic dish that's well worth trying. Tuscany is also Italy's most ancient wine region with centuries of expertise in every bottle, offering the best wine to accompany every meal. A visit to the family-run estate Tenuta di Ghizzano will see you sampling the estate wines like Nambrot, Ghizzana and Vereroso.
The Experience
Borgo San Jacopo
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A beautiful and elegant Michelin star Florentine restaurant with a romantic riverside setting,...
Trattoria Donnini
A quaint little restaurant full of character. The menu is typical of local Tuscan cuisine with a...
Fattoria di Castiglionchio
A family-run restaurant in an old farmhouse, serving a variety of traditional Tuscan cuisine....
Restaurant 588 at Borgo I Vicelli
Restaurant 588 is a wonderful restaurant set in the Chianti hills. Enjoy traditional Tuscan...
Ristorante L'Acqua Cheta
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We had a great dinner at "Acqua Cheta" in Bagno di Ripoli. Amazing Italian seafood dishes...
Trattoria La Gargotta
A typical rustic Florentine restaurant with an outside terrace to enjoy the view of Florence from...
Gelateria "Perche' no!"
Dating back to 1939, Perché no! is one of the eldest and most famous ice-cream shops in Florence....
Toscani Da Sempre
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This amazing family run restaurant is situated in the old town of Pontassieve only 15 minutes...
Flo Lounge Bar
During the summer months (May to September), Flo Lounge Bar is open and has spectacular views...
Lounge Bar La Terrazza
La Terrazza is a panoramic lounge bar open during the summer months. This trendy cocktail bar is...
Amphitheatre, Volterra
With over 3000 years of history to its name, Volterra was long established before the Roman...
The Guarnacci Museum, Volterra
Founded in 1761, this is one of the earliest public museums in Europe. Mario Guarnacci,...
Parco Avventura
Parco Avventura is close to Florence offering 7 courses for adults, teens and children from 3...
Pinocchio Museum
Famous as home to Pinocchio, Collodi has an extensive theme park based around the wooden toy....
San Ranieri/Luminaria Festival, Pisa
For a truly magical and illuminating night, head over to Pisa for the evening. In June...
Skip the line - Uffizi Academy & Gallery
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The famous Uffizi Gallery built between 1560 and 1580 to a design by Giorgio Vasari has one of...
Florence
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This absolutely stunning city will amaze you with its picturesque offerings. Soft terracotta...
Lucca
This is Italy's most charming ancient walled city. Of particular note are the churches San...
Siena
Surrounded by olive groves and the vineyards of Chianti, Siena is one of the most beautiful...
Leaning Tower of Pisa
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of the best known landmarks. Construction began in the middle of...
Volterra
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The walled town of Volterra sits on a hill between the River Era and River Cecina. Originally a...
Golf Club dell'Ugolino
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Golf Club dell'Ugolino is an 18 hole, 5676m long, par 72 natural course which was built in 1934...
La Pavoniere Golf & Country Club
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Le Pavoniere Golf and Country Club is an 18-hole golf course designed by world famous player,...
Poggio Deo Medici Golf Club
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Poggio Deo Medici Golf Club is an 18 hole, 6397m, par 73 championship course designed by Alvise...
Hiking and Walking
Tuscany's gentle landscape offers some great hikes across beautiful rolling countryside. Or you...
Bike Hire
Explore Florence and Tuscany by bicycle taking in the beautiful hills, fields and villages as you...
Acqua Village
Driving to the coast, a day of adventure at the Acqua Village in Cecina Mare is a good option to...
Horseriding "Vallebona"
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For over 20 years the experienced Franco Melis runs the Vallebona horseriding stables offering...
Grotto Giusti Thermal Spa
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One of the most unique spas in Italy can be found in Monsummano Terme, close to the famous spa...
Borgo Casa al Vento
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Casa al Vento is the essence of Chianti: flavour and wellness. Admire the carved shapes of the...
Wine tasting
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Wine tasting in Chianti
A very chocolaty experience!
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An unforgettable hands-on experience in a small chocolate workshop in San Miniato Here, a...
Cantina Antinori Chianti Classico
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When staying at Il Bosco near Florence, we can highly recommend spending a long morning...
Guided Tour of Florence
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We spent a wonderful afternoon with Samuele Socci (aka "Sam the Guide") who took us on a...
Hot Air Ballooning
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What better way to see this most breath-taking area of Italy? This would make for an extremely...
Light Aircraft Rides
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Take a ride from a small airport (one passenger per ride). Take a glimpse of the Tuscan...
Sketching in Tuscany
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What better place to hone your drawing skills than Florence and Tuscany - birthplace of the...
Cooking Class
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In the oldest part of the Medieval village which is still protected by the castle walls we...
Tuscany by Vespa
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See the Tuscan landscape from the saddle of an iconic Italian Vespa. Itineraries should...
Wine tasting in your villa
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Sit back and relax with wine tasting in your own home. You can taste 8 different types of...
Sourdough and pizza making morning
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Francesco hosted us for a sourdough and pizza making morning at the farm at Barbialla Nuova....
Prada Outlet (Space)
Prada retail outlet has a great selection of clothing, shoes and accessories with great...
Shopping in Florence
Florence's answer to New York's Fifth Avenue is Via dei Tornabuoni where you will find...
The Mall Luxury Outlet
The Florence Mall outlet offers many luxury brands including Gucci, Armani, Fendi, Balenciaga,...
Fattoria di Maiano
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The OIL MILL visit at Fattoria di Maiano is a special experience to discover how the precious...
La Quercia Cooking Studio
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The cooking studio is a cottage that used to be the abstract painter Francesco Clemente's...
Castello del Trebbio
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Located in Rufina, Chianti, the Castle offers wine tasting and a combination of Florence...
Vincanto
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Located in the beautiful piazza di Santa Maria Novella, Vincanto offers seasonal dishes and...
Acqua Cheta
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For seafood lovers, the quality of the dishes and family atmosphere are their strenght.
Buco Mario
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For over one hundred years travellers have come here, to the heart of Florence, from all over...
Trattoria Antico Forno Villamagna
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Authentic Tuscan Restaurant
Palazzo Castri
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Do not miss the chance to recharge your batteries in our cosy spa, which has a large...
Bagno Pardini Beach Club & Restaurant
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Beach Club.
Trattoria La Gargotta
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La Gargotta has a traditional cuisine with great attention to the quality and freshness of the...
La Cantinetta Di Rignana
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A journey into the memory of Tuscan taste to discover ancient flavors, a cuisine as a clear...
Gucci Osteria di Massimo Bottura
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At Gucci Osteria we don't have ambitions to be gardeners; neither to have a roof top or a...
Il Borro Bistro
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The restaurant is the perfect balance between simplicity and research. With its informal yet...
Gilda Forte Dei Marmi
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Our ristorante serves an assortment of only the finest seafood, daily caught fish and typical...
Osteria del Borro
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This is a gourmet restaurant in the heart of the hamlet, offers a range of dishes meant to...
Enoteca Pinchiorri
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3* Michelin Fine dining restaurant with artfully plated dishes inspired by Tuscan tradition,...
Osteria Permalico
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Relaxed restaurant serving traditional local dishes & wine in a cozy, brick-lined dining...
Il Quartino - Frescobaldi
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Tuscan country bistro that serves locally sourced food, with great service, a fantastic view...
