The medieval Renaissance town of Montepulciano in southern Tuscany is especially well-known for its vineyards and as a window into the past. From atop a hill in this gorgeous part of Italy, Montepulciano was a much desired residence for Florentine nobility during the summer months, and today its streets are lined with noble palazzos – each more fabulous than the last as its ancient aristocracy battled to outdo their neighbours through radical and trailblazing design. Often called ‘The Pearl of the Italian Renaissance’, Montepulciano was favoured by the best architects and artists in the kingdom, and played an important role as a blank canvas for them to shape and create many new styles of art and sculpture. With a breathtaking backdrop of rolling Tuscan hills, and an inherited and deeply cherished wine growing philosophy, you’ll find a trip to Montepulciano is one filled with delicious flavours, stunning scenes and excellent relaxation.
Renting holiday villas in Montepulciano
Montepulciano is famed for its villas. They are exquisitely crafted, historical structures and they perfectly blend into the Tuscan landscape. Don’t you think a more authentic holiday in Montepulciano is spent in a Tuscan villa? Apart from all the extra space you’ll get for the same price as an equivalent hotel room, a holiday home allows you to enjoy all the creature comforts of home while basking in Italian luxury in this amazing location. Italian life is heavily centred around the kitchen, and with a holiday villa in Tuscany you’ll have your very own kitchen to create Italian delicacies. While Montepulciano does have a limitless number of delicious restaurants around town, a great way to stretch your holiday budget is to have some meals at home instead of always eating out.
Where to stay in Montepulciano
With a wide range of aristocratic guesthouses, Tuscan villas and luxurious apartments, there is a huge variety of holiday accommodation available in and around Montepulciano. Browse through HouseTrip’s range of quality holiday rentals for a place that perfectly suits your budget and preferences. The town itself is easy to navigate by foot, so when choosing a holiday villa pay less attention to its exact location so you can focus on finding a home that you love. The weather is mild all year long, but especially great in summer time so it’s highly recommended that you find a place to stay with outdoor areas like a balcony or garden.
Montepulciano with the family
In Montepulciano there are a lot of active and relaxing things to do with your kids. From cycling tours around gorgeous wine country to exploring the inner workings of its vineyards and wineries (even if they don’t drink it’s a great day out for children and you). Explore the town with its museums and galleries, or relax in one of its many cafes and soak up the laid back Tuscan lifestyle with a gorgeous lunch in the sun. And don’t forget to take a cooking class, using fresh local ingredients from the market (which you can practice in the kitchen at your villa).
