Planning a trip to a region you are unfamiliar with, particularly a region in a country you have little experience in, can be overwhelming. However, with a couple helpful tips, planning the perfect Toscana vacation rental will be a breeze.
First and foremost, you will need to decide where in Tuscany you would prefer to be based. This will depend entirely on what you want to get out of your rental in Tuscany. If you plan to visit Tuscany for its renowned regions such as Pisa, Lucca, Florence, etc. you may prefer renting a villa in northern Tuscany. If you are more drawn to the picturesque rolling hills and cypress trees of the countryside, you would very likely prefer renting a villa in central or eastern Tuscany; perhaps in the regions of Siena or Arezzo, which are quite popular and are in the Chianti wine region. Southern Tuscany is home to the expansive coastline of Maremma, if you would prefer to stay near the sea. If you would prefer a combination of northern and southern Tuscany, you may also consider basing in Florence, as it resides near the center of Tuscany. You may also prefer to stay in an area southern Tuscany just outside the northern locations you wish to visit.
Once you decide on a base, you’ll need to find a hotel or vacation rental in Tuscany. While many people stay in hotels for convenience, you’ll find a much more authentic Tuscan stay if you chose a Toscana vacation rental, which can even include a stay in a medieval castle or historic villas (http://www.montalto.it/)! At the end of the day, you will need to research online before renting a villa in Tuscany to ensure it suits your needs. The most important factors in renting a villa in Tuscany, or even reserving a hotel room, are to book as early as possible, and to read the fine print. For example, many places require a deposit to reserve rentals in Tuscany. Furthermore, the total cost of rent could be due even a month before your stay in some cases, to avoid the loss of your reservation. This may not be the case in all rentals in Tuscany, but it is something to keep an eye out for. Also keep in mind you are likely to find much greater deals if you visit outside tourist season.
Now you’re equipped to find the best vacation rentals in Tuscany!