Italy's farmhouses are a treasure trove of rustic charm, offering a peaceful retreat amidst picturesque landscapes. These properties blend traditional architecture with modern comforts, providing an idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle.
From centuries-old estates with panoramic views to chic, renovated farmhouses surrounded by olive groves, the range of farmhouses in Italy is impressive. Whether you're after a luxurious poolside relaxation, a taste of local cuisine, or a serene countryside experience, these farmhouses have it all.
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Ferrara
A sandstone farmhouse just outside Ferrara. Lovely spacious rooms, suites, and triples painted in creams with wooden beam ceilings, stone floors, and walk out terraces onto the garden. Good breakfasts, family friendly, and excellent value for local exploring.
Le Marche (Loro Piceno)
A rural farmhouse perched in the Loro Piceno hills. Contemporary zen spaces, solar powered energy, rustic fresh produce, spa, and large pool. The ideal spot for fresh air and simple pleasures in a countryside setting.
Umbria (Nocera )
A charming 'agriturismo' in a beautiful green area of Umbria. Simple rooms are traditionally styled with exposed stone walls, terracotta tiled floors and cast iron beds. A large pool, bowling green, fantastic food and tranquil spots to curl up with a book make this a tough place to leave.
Lombardy (Rovagnate LC)
A delightful farmhouse hotel in the picturesque Lombardy countryside. Rooms mirror the hotel's rustic surroundings, with wooden furnishings and earthy colour schemes. In the evening, the restaurant serves up delicious organic vegetarian food. An ideal place for an authentic rural Italian experience.
Puglia (Marina)
Just a short walk from the beach, Masseria Cisternella is a stellar rural hotel on the coast of Puglia. Each individually decorated room carries its own charm and nods to the rich history of the farm. Superb value for money.
Paestum
Located by one of the gates to ancient Paestum, Il Granaio dei Casabella is a renovated barn that offers impressive views of the ancient town. Rooms are simple with traditional Italian furniture, tiled floors & spacious en suites. Mediterranean cuisine championing local produce. Great value too.
Campania (Giungano - Salerno )
A beautiful ivy clad country house offering spectacular views across the sea and Paestum from its high vantage. Interiors are cosy and traditional with open fireplaces, solid wooden antiques and exposed beams. Boasting an extensive library, infinity pool and access to the Cilento National Park.
San Gimignano
A gorgeous Tuscan farmhouse B&B with its own vineyards and saffron farm. Four separate self-catering apartments occupy the farmhouse. Rustic-romantic rooms, infinity pool, tennis courts, and spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Ideal for families and groups of friends.
Lake Garda (Solferino)
A beautifully restored 19th-century farmhouse on an organic agriturismo farm. Simple traditional rooms come with continental breakfast. Explore the orchards and vineyards or head out on a pony trek through the surrounding hills. A wonderful spot to re-engage with mother nature.
Lazio (Trevinano)
A charming farmhouse and winery boasting a spectacular location overlooking miles of rolling hills. Individually styled rooms are light and spacious with indulgent bathrooms, cast iron beds and tiled floors. A Michelin Star restaurant is in the village and there's tours of the vineyard on offer.
Piedmont
A quaint beauty tucked away in the quiet hills of rural Piedmont. Exuding a rustic, homely charm, La Traversina creates an authentic Italian holiday experience. Enjoy the superb landscape and sample delicious Piedmont and Ligurian cuisine.
Piedmont
An agriturismo sitting pretty amongst rolling hills covered in vineyards. Traditionally decorated with warm terracotta hues, antique furniture and delicately draped windows. Gourmet regional cuisine to order. Wines coming from the farm itself and truffles to be found. A foodie's paradise.
Le Marche (via San Giacomo in Foglia 7)
A stunning farmhouse hotel spread across various manors. Rooms are themed on nature, with chic rustic furniture, large bathrooms and all the mod cons. Restaurant, bar, pools and spa. Cycling and valleys to explore. A great choice for good food, fresh air, and Italian views.
Lake Maggiore (Cureggio )
A real agritourism experience in a renovated farmhouse headed by famed chef Gianluca Zanetta. The homely feel in this charming property, set near Lake Maggiore, will put you instantly at ease. The rooms are quaint and personalised while the restaurant is undoubtedly excellent.
Puglia (Salento)
This hotel is nestled within an Apulian ‘masseria’, a historic limestone farmhouse located in Oria, surrounded by acres of olive groves, almond and palm trees. The beautifully appointed guestrooms incorporate exposed walls and stone arches to create a Mediterranean-inflected approach to rustic-chic.
Parma (Emilia Romagna)
A charming and characterful guesthouse on the outskirts of Parma. Eclectic and interesting interiors feature wall art, antique furnishings and original features such as a grand marble fireplace. A wonderful breakfast is served daily and the fragrant gardens are a welcome oasis. A peaceful getaway.
Tuscany
A chic converted farmhouse offering an airy minimalist space in rural Tuscany. The eight rooms are not huge but the whitewashed walls, enormous glass windows, and simple contemporary furniture give the feeling of space. Homemade breakfasts are standout and the beach is moments away.
Favignana
Idyllic seaside Sicilian farmhouse with incredible location, organic farm, delicious produce and strong ecological focus. Divine decor combines a white colour-scheme, crisp linens, stone walls and antique furniture. Dine by candlelight under the stars surrounded by nature. Romantic island hideaway.
Sicily (Sicily)
A peaceful Vineyard resort with views over the winery. This elegant country house has an array of sun terraces where guests can unwind. Rooms are cool, with classic high ceilings. Have a glass of local wine with dinner, whilst enjoying the glorious sunset over the hills.
Bardolino (Lake Garda)
A traditional Italian villa set in the hills above Lake Garda surrounded by vines and olive trees. This country house has an authentic rustic style - bedrooms are decorated with antique furniture and fresh flowers. Unwind in a hammock in the secluded garden or laze by the swimming pool.
Florence (Fiesole)
A beautiful manor house and organic olive farm turned chic eco-lodge in the Tuscan hills. The elegant rooms offer traditional features such as wooden beams, exposed brick and mosaics and the bathrooms are stocked with handmade soaps from the farm. The home-cooked organic breakfast is wonderful.
Tuscany (Strada Provinciale 89)
A beautifully restored 11th century property, on a 500 hectare estate surrounded by olive trees and vineyards. Suites and self-service apartments are furnished in antiques, fine artworks, four poster beds and private balconies/terraces. The outdoor pool offers stunning panoramic views of Elba.
Le Marche (Contrada Menocchia)
With its own winery, outdoor swimming pool and acclaimed restaurant, this boutique hotel offers the best of rural Italian life. The seven suites are light, spacious and comfortable, and have fantastic views. Ideal for food lovers and couples.
Pistoia (Tuscany)
Charming historic farmhouse turned agriturismo in a fabulous location — amid woods and olive groves, just outside Pistoia. Three bright rooms and an apartment come in classic Tuscan style with Impruneta terracotta floors and wood-beam ceilings, plus a relaxing pool. A hidden gem.
Sicily
A lovely working farmhouse with its own wine barrels and an excellent restaurant. Rustic rooms with wooden beams, white washed walls, exposed stone and simple furniture. Lovely gardens and pool. A romantic and gourmet spot.
Puglia (Località Montegrosso)
Lama Di Luna Biomasseria is a unique Feng-Shui farmhouse dating back to the 1800s. Original stone walls and spacious suites in a tranquil and secluded spot. Unwind in a hammock by the pool or enjoy a BBQ! Lovely cuisine served at their restaurant using local produce. A peaceful and romantic stay.
Otranto
Relaxed retreat with a contemporary twist surrounded by olive trees, vines and date palms. Sophisticated, airy white on white rooms with cool flagstone floors, delicate wrought iron beds, Pugliese embroidery and Moroccan lamps. Lovely pool, local food and stunning surrounding farmland.
Ostuni (Brindisi)
Justly famous masseria with wonderful food and a vaguely eccentric air. Pretty bedrooms with white washed walls surround a bougainvillea-filled courtyards. Organic produce from the farm and olive grove is used in fabulous multi-course meals. A divine gourmet rustic retreat close to the beach.
Puglia
A chic family-run farmhouse in stunning rural Puglia. White on white rooms feature decorative touches: antique headboards and hanging bridles. The furnishings are also divine. While away days besides the glorious pool and dine on sumptuous regional cuisine. The ideal spot for a relaxed rural escape.
Le Marche (Marche)
Escape to a tranquil haven half an hour from both the sea and mountains, cradled by historic Italian villages. Rustic charm meets modern comforts, amidst the serene backdrop of olive and fig trees. Enjoy farm-to-table breakfasts, neighbour-sourced dinners or unwinding by the saltwater pool. Bliss.
La Morra
An elegant vineyard residence in the picturesque and peaceful Langhe Hills. The hotel has several old, authentic bedrooms with original architectural features alongside newer, minimal guest rooms - some with private saunas. A restaurant serves regional dishes alongside fine local wines.
Lake Garda
This hotel is nestled among the vineyards and olive groves of Valtenesi. Guestrooms are located in the carefully restored heritage farmhouse, where selected antiques complement the original terracotta tiles and exposed beams. Do a tasting session to sample the hotel's organic wines.
Perugia (06134 Perugia PG )
A lovely 16th-century Umbrian farmhouse surrounded by lush gardens. The five rooms are set around a leafy central courtyard creating a feeling of privacy. Each room is individually decorated some more classically romantic and others more modern and minimal. A truly bucolic rural getaway!
Ostuni (Ostuni)
This boutique hotel is set in a refurbished seventeenth-century farmhouse in beautiful Apulian countryside. Antique furnishings in simple but luxurious rooms add even more charm, and it has its own olive groves producing extra virgin oil. The perfect place to unwind.
Todi (Umbria)
This hotel offers rustic-style private cottages in the Monte Peglia and Selva di Meana Park in Umbria. Inside, whitewashed walls and stone floors are set off by bright ceramics and local textiles. Head to the Zen spa for great valley views, the perfect place to relax and unwind.
Peschici
Sprawling hillside hotel with views of the sea below. Traditional stone buildings house simply decorated rooms and family suites. Terraces overlook olive groves and the restaurant serves delicious local cuisine. An undiscovered gem, very family friendly.
Citta Della Pieve (Umbria)
A fabulous farm estate in Piegaro which comprises three 'villages'. Each boasts stunning countryside views and offers rooms full of character and charm — think stone walls, beamed ceilings, four-posters and rolltop tubs. There's a restaurant, spa and stunning outdoor pool. A little slice of heaven.
Sicily
Luxury wine resort in south west Sicily. Nestled amongst the vineyards, rooms are individually decorated with period pieces, all have private terraces and wonderful sea views. Authentic Sicilian cuisine and cookery lessons for the very keen! A family friendly, foodie haven, close to the beach.
Sicily (Sicily)
A charming converted farm house, situated amidst olive groves and vineyards. Rustic chic interiors are totally enchanting with exposed stone, terracotta tiled floors and antique furniture. The cuisine is particularly special, home-cooked style Sicilian fare. The perfect spot to completely unwind.
Puglia (Puglia)
A serene oasis surrounded by ancient olive groves in Salento's countryside. The elegant decor blends white lime-plastered walls with the soft hues of local ceramics. Highlights are the refreshing outdoor pool, garden breakfast, and candlelit dinners among citrus orchards. Stylish simplicity.
Tuscany (San Casciano dei Bagni)
A beautifully renovated 17th century farm house, with charming kitchen garden, olive groves and orchards. Stunning country-chic interior design, with a warm and welcoming vibe. Unwind by the salt water pool, or wander the surrounding farmlands. The restaurant serves phenomenal Tuscan cuisine.
Piedmont (Piedmont)
A charming hotel in Cremolino, set amidst the scenic Italian landscape. Elegant decor blends rustic charm with modern touches, creating a cosy yet refined atmosphere. Guests can unwind at the spa, enjoy Italian cuisine, or explore the area by bike. Ideal for a peaceful retreat with great amenities.
Tuscany
A charming and luxurious converted farmhouse enjoying a secluded spot (with spectacular views) in the picturesque Tuscan hills. Enchanting rooms are the perfect blend of rustic chic. The pool lends fabulous views and the restaurant serves up delicious local delicacies. The perfect romantic escape.
Tuscany
Stunning Tuscan farmhouse renovation set in hills overlooking its wine estate. Superbly luxurious rooms and suites with four poster beds, fur throws, marble bathrooms, fireplaces and terraces. Fantastic food, infinity pool, wine tasting and endless views. Utterly romantic.