The Beauty: Overlooking the enchanting Borromeo Gulf, this small and refined jewel was conceived in the manner of a private house, in which time has layered the styles and traditions of Italian art.
Details | Inquire
VILLA MANGIACANE Location: Florence
The Beauty: Panormamic
views of the city
of Florence or of
surrounding vineyards,
olive groves and forests.
Rooms have marble
restrooms with modern
amenities. Details | Inquire
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VILLA SAN MICHELE Location: Florence
The Beauty: In the 15th century it was a monastery; today it is one of Europe's most fascinating hotels. A renaissance Villa, a perfect view of Florence. Details | Inquire
CA'SAGREDO HOTEL Location: Venice
The Beauty: The ballrooms
and rooms are home to
important artworks of 17th
and 18th century Venetian
artists. Hotel overlooks
the banks of the
Grand Canal.
The Beauty: This sixteenth-century Venetian Villa, now a 5-star luxury hotel of 25 rooms, is set on the rolling hills of Valpolicella vineyards only a few kilometers away from Verona. Details | Inquire
CAPRI PALACE Location: Capri
The Beauty: Magnificent
views over the Gulf of
Naples and the island
of Ischia. Striking floors
with homemade terracotta
or stone with oil paintings
in rooms; Mediterranean
architecture. Details | Inquire
The Beauty: Set in a private park vast with green, the resort is an early nineteenth century villa, now a prestigious hotel, which has maintained intact its historical essence and natural charm. Details | Inquire
FONTEVERDE NATURAL SPA RESORT Location: Tuscany
The Beauty: Fonteverde is located amidst the splendid scenery of the Siena hills in San Casciano dei Bagni. The exclusive resort was built in the 17th century amid hot springs. Details | Inquire
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HOTEL BYRON Location: Tuscany
The Beauty: A former meeting place for nobility, its villas were converted into hotels while maintaining their original features. Located on a boulevard by the sea, it's now an ideal Tuscan retreat. Details | Inquire
VILLA LA MASSA Location: Tuscany
The Beauty: Serene
views of lush gardens
or of the river Arno. Renaissance-style
rooms feature antique
furniture, terracotta tiles, and marble restrooms. Details | Inquire
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VILLA LE MASCHERE Location: Tuscany
The Beauty: A Renaissance country home, pleasantly situated in the hills of the Mugello near the Bilancino Lake. It was the subject of a 5 year-long restoration and has been reborn as a 5-star resort. Details | Inquire
RELAIS LA CORTE DEI PAPI
Location: Tuscany
The Beauty: Relais La Corte dei Papi is an ancient Manor-House dating back to 1700. The stone and terracotta structure has been completely restored to maintain the style, history and culture of the area. Details | Inquire
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BORGO DI CASTELVECCHIO Location: Tuscany
The Beauty: Situated at the centre of the Val d’Orcia, this authentic Italian village hideaway is made up of ancient, lovingly restored stone farmhouses, whose original architecture and materials are preserved. Details | Inquire
VILLA SANT'ANDREA
Location: Sicily
The Beauty: Built by an aristocratic family in 1830, the villa, surrounded by lush, subtropical gardens, retains all the charm of a private residence. It dominates its private beach on the Bay of Mazzarò. Details | Inquire
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HOTEL PALAZZO MURAT Location: Amalfi Coast
The Beauty: A hotel that has charmed the former King of Naples and has been the home to many generations, Hotel Palazzo Murat is situated in the pedestrian area in the heart of Positano and enjoys coastal and sweeping town views. Details | Inquire
GRAND HOTEL VIA VENETO
Location: Rome
The Beauty: Housed in two renovated and restored 19th century villas, the hotel keeps the spirit of the celebrated “La Dolce Vita” movement alive with a focus on fine art and timeless elegance. Details | Inquire
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CASTADIVA RESORT Location: Lake Como
The Beauty: A villa once home of the famous soprano Giuditta Pasta is today the heart and soul of CastaDiva Resort. It offers exclusivity within an immaculate park, offering relaxing walks, swimming pools and large entertainment areas. Details | Inquire
THE XARA PALACE RELAIS & CHATEAUX Location: Mdina, Malta
The Beauty: Perched on centuries-old bastions, surrounded by stunning baroque architecture, the Xara Palace was originally a 17th century residence for a noble family. It opened as a beautiful boutique hotel in 1999. Details | Inquire
The Beauty: This 13th-century castle sits on the northern shores of Lough Corrib. Once a country estate, it was transformed into a deluxe hotel in 1939. Details | Inquire
ADARE MANOR Location: Limerick
The Beauty: Steeped in exotic history and surrounded by medieval ruins, its 840-acre demesne is home to beautiful parklands, superb trout fishing on the river Maigue, and a renowned 18 hole championship golf course. Details |Inquire
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BALLYFIN DEMESNE Location: County Laois
The Beauty: Stone walls enclose 600 acres of parkland, a lake and ancient woods, delightful garden buildings, follies and grottoes abound. The house itself has long been admired as the most lavish Regency mansion in Ireland. Details | Inquire
The Beauty: A 70 room country house set in 240 acres of parkland, Coworth Park will boast an equestrian centre, polo fields, luxury eco-spa and fine dining restaurant. Details | Inquire
CHATEAU DE BAGNOLS Location: Beaujolais Countryside
The Beauty: A magical
vineyard chateau-hotel
dating from the 13th
century, it features
towers, the original dry
moat, and a dramatic
entrance across a bridge. Details | Inquire
CHATEAU ST-MARTIN & SPA Location: French Riviera
The Beauty: Set in a poetic park of 34 acres on the ruins of a knight’s templar, the hotel combines the soul of Provence and the prestige of the French Riviera. Details | Inquire
The Beauty: Nestled in the hills amidst olive and citrus groves above the village of Deià on the north west coast of the island, this hotel is the result of three carefully restored 16thand the 17th century manor houses.
The Beauty: The 13th-century Castle is surrounded by a Mediterranean park. Its legendary terrace boasts a unique view of the impressive bay and the entire city of Palma.
The Beauty: Bringing two historical mansions to life, this eclectic mix of modern style and old-world charm reflects the splendor of the 19th century, when the sisal industry was thriving in this region of Mexico. Details | Inquire
The Beauty: Gilded age luxury meets world class comfort. Exuding elegance and eccentric charm, the mansion is the best of what Newport, RI has to offer. Details | Inquire
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