Imagine living for a month or so near a beautiful lake or spending the summer in the hot Tuscan sun. Renting a villa in Italy is the perfect way to enjoy the good life that is often found in the travelogues of the more fortunate. It’s like they’re telling everyone what a great time they had meeting the locals and relaxing in the best weather ever.
While it is true that we are not rich enough to buy luxurious houses in the best locations in Italy (Sicily, Veneto or Tuscany), we do not have to see only the dark side. You can play the role of teacher for a couple of weeks if you decide to rent a villa. Sounds good right?
This is the concept that is sure to make you dream big and transform your vacation into more than just a short time abroad. Not to mention it will make your friends and family very jealous.
There are 2 methods when it comes to finding a rental villa: you can either use the help of an agency or contact the villa owner directly.
How do I know if renting a villa in Italy is the best option for me?
It is true that renting a house is not a good overnight solution. When planning to rent a villa, you should think about staying for at least a week or even longer. But if you want to stay less, there are owners who rent them for 2-3 days, especially out of season. Additionally, villas that are perceived as bed and breakfast venues may also allow for shorter rental periods.
Renting a villa is also the right choice for smaller groups, large families or a circle of friends. If you only plan to stay for a short time, you may decide to rent an apartment (in the city or separately as a unit in a large villa).
What surprises should I expect?
First of all, don’t think about hotel services (the sheets will be changed weekly, there will be no reception, and sometimes you won’t even have dryers or washing machines). It is better to ask in advance.
How much will it cost me to rent a villa in Italy?
Prices depend a lot on location, size, degree of luxury, and how people choose to share the bill. It costs less for a group of at least 4 to share a villa compared to a couple renting the same place.
Daily rates per person start around $15 or $25 (for those hosting more people) and are most often around $50, up to $100.
Before proceeding with the reservation, you must ask what taxes are included in the total price (you must have the normal utilities included: water, gas, electricity). If you have additional requests, such as phone chargers or heating, you should speak directly to the owners.
Tenants are also expected to pay a deposit of around 10-30% of the cost and a cleaning fee ($35-150).