Il Casale all'Argentario, Tuscany, Italy

Set on the hills just above the sophisticated Porto Ercole, surrounded by wild nature and enchanting sea views, this wonderful home is set in an idyllic peaceful location near Tuscanys best-conserved coastline The Argentario. The villa overlooks Cala Galera and Ansedonia and is just a five-minute drive from the sea.

This old casale farmhouse was totally restored twenty years ago to a very high standard while remaining faithful to the original simplicity of its Tuscan style. It is a stylish property with a touch of class, which has been furnished with care and attention to detail. The wonderful interiors boast antique Tuscan furniture covered with Parisian and Provencal fabrics, kilim carpets, Venetian glass, whitewashed fireplaces, terracotta flooring and chestnut beamed ceilings.

On the first floor there are three double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and a studio with single sofa bed. There are also separate quarters for staff. On the ground floor the villa has a single bedroom, a beautiful kitchen/dining room and a separate lounge leading onto the charming outdoor patios which enjoy lovely views and which are covered with vine trellises. The lush gardens are filled with roses and tall trees.

The location is perfect for a beach holiday and for visiting the renowned historical cities of Tuscany such as the Renaissance city of Grosseto and Tarquinia, one of the oldest cities of the Roman Empire. Beautiful old churches and famous works of art and architecture are all around the area. Nature lovers will enjoy the large Torre dellUccellina conservation park. The enchanting Island of Giglio can be reached every day by ferryboat as can the famous Island of Elba, which was home to Napoleon for several years.