Essential Italy

read moreFor perfect Italian holiday villas, apartments and hotels, welcome to Essential Italy. Each and every one of our authentic villas, comfortable apartments to rent and high quality hotels have been carefully handpicked for your enjoyment and meet only the highest standards, offering an unforgettable Italian experience in some of the country's best-loved and most beautiful locations. Let our Experience Find you the Perfect Apartment, Hotel or Villa in Italy. Essential Italy was born in 2002 out of an appreciation and enthusiasm for all things Italian.

read moreFor us, finding the perfect place to stay has always been at the heart of every successful holiday. So we started Essential Italy with a simple goal in mind - to give discerning travellers a choice of the best in Italian accommodation. We've stayed true to that founding principle, adding ever-more delightful properties over the years. From villas in Tuscany to trulli in Puglia, from apartments in Umbria to boutique hotels in Sicily and Sardinia, we offer the finest range at the fairest prices. At Essential Italy we like working in partnership with our clients.

read moreSardinia is one of the Italy's most sought-after destinations, with its laid-back lifestyle and sensational natural landscapes. Most visitors are drawn to the coastline, with its stunning beaches, hidden coves, and rocky islands just waiting to be explored. Essential Italy has thoughtfully assembled the best choice of villas, apartments, and hotels in Sardinia. With your holiday accommodation taken care of in style, you are free to explore this unforgettable island to your heart's content. The Sardinian capital, Cagliari, lies in the south of the island.

read moreFor some, Tuscany is the true heart of Italy - where unique Renaissance cities such as Florence and Siena meet the classic Italian landscapes of rolling hills studded with picturesque cypresses. Its abiding charm means quality holiday accommodation in Tuscany is always in demand. Only Essential Italy can offer you a greater selection of luxurious villas in Tuscany, along with comfortable hotels and charming apartments than you'll find anywhere else. As the cradle of the Renaissance, Tuscany is home to some of the world's finest classical towns and cities.

read moreKnown as the green heart of the country, no region sums up the charms of Italy more completely than Umbria. Enchanting medieval towns like Assisi sit amidst rolling hills, with world-class vineyards and authentic local delicacies simply adding to the attractions. Essential Italy has brought together a select portfolio of the finest properties in Umbria for you to choose from - including secluded rural villas in Umbria, smart city apartments, and welcoming family hotels. Think of Umbria as the gentler cousin of Tuscany and you'll be on the right track to appreciating this quaint, deeply historic, and quintessentially Italian region.

read morePuglia is one of Italy's most sought-after destinations right now - with good reason. Factor in classical landscapes, golden beaches, delightful towns and villages and delicious local cuisine and you can see why Puglia's become so popular. Good thing we can find you the perfect place to stay in Puglia - but please - book in good time so you don't miss out on your perfect holiday property. Demand for holiday rentals in fashionable Puglia is always on the increase. Fortunately, Essential Italy has secured an unmatched selection of luxury apartments, villas and hotels for you to choose from.

read moreSicily has always been one of the world's favourite destinations. Nowhere combines such rich history - from classical antiquity through the Norman age and baroque splendours - with such stylish towns, beaches and landscapes. Finding accommodation in Sicily hasn't always been easy, but now Essential Italy has put together the perfect collection of villas, apartments and hotels for you to choose from. Palermo, the Sicilian capital, is a vibrant and bustling city that reflects the complexity of Sicily, just as the island itself reflects the complex history of Europe and the world beyond.