Villa Collection Curated by Our Villa Specialist
Historic Estates
Amalfi Coast, Italy
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Edify your mind and expand your cultural horizons by sneaking away to one of Villas of Distinction's historic villas.
You won’t even have to hit the museums, as these properties boast their very own legends. With private estates dating back to the 13th Century, each of these homes is enveloped with personality and charm that will undoubtedly enhance your next vacation. Staying in a suite once enjoyed by an infamous king, renowned president or scandalous celebrity couple is sure to arm you with tales to tell upon your return home.
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Bastide de St Martin
France / ProvenceBastide Du Chateau
France / Cote D'AzurChateau de Candolle
France / ProvenceChateau D'Anjou
France / Loire ValleyAltera
Italy / CataniaA noble house belonging to one of the oldest aristocratic families of Sicily since 1200, Villa Altera was recently brought back to its ancient splendors by its owners.
Bastide de St Martin
France / ProvenceBastide St. Martin is an 18th Century Bastide offering 13 bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, partial air-conditioning, tennis court, heated swimming pool, full service included with maids and chef at home, and can accommodate up to 29 guests with children included.
Bastide Du Chateau
France / Cote D'AzurThis is one of the most beautiful and oldest properties in the Cote d’Azur. It is a superb early 19th century Bastide situated at the top of a hill in the middle of 27 acres of green land within the estate of a 13th Century chateau.
Bastide Lorette
France / ProvenceThis 18th century property on the outskirts of Bonnieux is an authentic Bastide (210 square meters) completely restored to a very high standard.
Borgo Bernardini
Italy / TuscanyBorgo Bernardini is an enchanting and beautifully restored historic little hamlet set in an aristocratic estate of cypress, magnolia and weeping willow trees, lilied lakes and fountains.
Capital
Italy / TuscanyFlorence is more popular than ever, with 16 million visitors pouring in each year attracted by its architectural heritage – one of the richest in the world – and its renowned food culture.
Casetta
Italy / TuscanyCasetta is the last farmhouse to be restored on the Estate, immersed in the Merlot vineyards for a holiday in true Tuscan style.
Cetinale
Italy / TuscanyA luxury villa with private pool and tennis court, Villa Cetinale is ideally situated for sightseeing, shopping, eating out or just relaxing in the beautiful Tuscan landscape.
Chateau de Candolle
France / ProvenceIt was the property of the Counts of Provence, created a fiefdom by Henry III in 1576, and the greatest Provençal families owned it in turn.
Chateau D'Anjou
France / Loire ValleyPerfectly located at the west end of the Loire valley and the world renowned Castle route, this majestic 18th century Château d'Anjou is a true reflection of La Vie de Château, a privately owned family home that offers 17 bedrooms and 12 en-suite bathrooms, a heated swimming pool and a tennis court.
Controni
Italy / TuscanyVilla Controni is an elegant 19th-century aristocratic villa set in the heart of a vast estate of terraced hills and olive groves.
Di Montegemoli
Italy / TuscanyThis large classic villa is located in the Val di Cecina, a wide region which extends from the coast, where the town of Cecina and other tourist resorts are located, to the renowned town of Volterra.