Historic Estates Villas
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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Barbados / St. LucyBastide 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 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.
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 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.
Feronia
Italy / TuscanyIn ancient mythology, Feronia is an Italic goddess associated with wildlife, fertility, and abundance.
Fustic House Private Estate
Barbados / St. LucyBuilt in the early 18th century, this stately home of coral stone exudes traditional charm.
Gallietta
Italy / The LakesOn the water yet only a 5 minute lakeside stroll from Como's central piazza, Villa Gallietta is one of Lake Como's most unique and historic Luxury Villas.
Hiera
Italy / PugliaThe magic scenery of Valle d’Itria in Apulia, where mainstream tourism has not yet caught on, won’t be a secret much longer!
Lorian
Italy / TuscanyVilla Lorian is an elegant and very comfortable Italian villa with private swimming pool in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, just 11 km away from the stunning Montalcino renowned for the production of one of the most prestigious red wines in the world.