There are plenty of villas in Italy. Families as well as couples and groups of friends have a wide offer of private accommodations. For luxury-seeking travelers there are vacation homes, chalets and villas with a maximum of privacy and comfort. Fitting examples for special destinations alike are Masseria Petrarola and Masseria Pistola, which are a cooperation between the luxury hotel group Mandarin Oriental and StayOne.

Masseria Petrarolo, Puglia

Guests: 18

Suite © Mandarin Oriental

This masseria originally dates back to the 17th century. It is surrounded by an ancient olive grove and lavender fields. Renovated with great attention to detail, the building includes nine bedrooms. Throughout the property guests can admire historical elements. For example, the bell that warned of approaching pirates. Exposed vaulted ceilings and roof beams add rustic charm. However, there is no lack of luxury. Among other things, the pool, tennis court and hammam make sure of that.

Masseria Petrarolo
Contrada Petrarolo, 16, Strada Comunale Petrarolo, s.n., 70043 Monopoli BA, Italy.
Web: mandarinoriental.com
Price: from €13,510

Masseria Pistola, Puglia

Guests: 20+1

Masseria Pistola © Mandarin Oriental

The main house is considered the heart of the estate. It was probably built around 1750. During the renovation, great attention was paid to preserve the charm of the original property. It is framed by 40 hectares of vineyards, olive groves and forests. Two heated outdoor pools, an outdoor kitchen, barbecue area and open-air bathrooms add modern extravagance. Chef, concierge and housekeeping take care of guests.

Masseria Pistola
Contrada Pistola, 1 Canale di Pirro, Valle D'Itria, Puglia, Italy
Web: mandarinoriental.com
Price: from €11,110

White Cube, Puglia

Guests: 10

White Cube © Welcome Beyond

The property consists of a main house with open kitchen, bedrooms, living rooms and a tower with additional living rooms and bathrooms. Guests enjoy the rooftop terrace, a beautiful pool, barbecue area and plenty of privacy, even though the house is located in the middle of the village of Gagliano del Capo. The clean lines will please architecture fans. The space allows for seamless indoor-outdoor living. It was designed by Lorenzo Grifantini, founder of DOS Architects. "White Cube" is one of the most architecturally interesting villas in Italy.

White Cube
Gagliano del Capo, Basso Salento, Puglia, Italy
Web: welcomebeyond.com
Price: from €800

Tenuta Falconeri, Sicily

Guests: 12

Pool © The Thinking Traveller

A 40-hectare estate lines the Tenuta Falconeri. Located on Sicily's southeast coast, it is a magnificent estate. It is one of those villas in Italy that scores with the perfect blend of historic charm and contemporary luxury. As such, it features expansive terraces, high-end furnished interiors, and lush gardens. Two pools and the beautiful views round out Tenuta Falconeri. Incidentally, it is located near Noto, one of the filming locations for "The White Lotus" Season 2.

Tenuta Falconeri
Str. Spinagallo, 39, 96017 Noto SR, Italy
Web: thethinkingtraveller.com
Price: From €22,740

Umamma, Tuscany

Guests: 4

Bedroom © Welcome Beyond

Two loft-like floors await guests at Umamma. The unusual property scores with a spa and pool. These resurrect the Roman thermal baths. Despite the exposed brick walls, the villa's decor is exceedingly modern. The view from the rooms falls on the surrounding nature. And if that's not enough, you can simply push the floor-to-ceiling glass walls aside. Then the outside becomes part of the inside. If you feel like leaving Umamma, you can take trips to nearby Florenceto Pisa, Lucca or Siena.

Umamma
Piazza Buonaparte, 12, 56028 San Miniato PI, Italy
Web: welcomebeyond.com
Price: From €900