holidays rentals of luxury houses Lazio, Italy

Villa Borghese - Via di Villa Ruffo, in one of the most prestigious and private streets in Rome, located just a few steps from Piazza del Popolo, Barnes International offers for short rent a villa immersed in the greenery of Villa Borghese overlooking the historic centre of Rome. The unique location boasts a level of total privacy in the green as it is surrounded by beautiful flowering plants and tall trees. The property is a detached villa of approximately 300 square metres on three levels, surrounded by a wonderful garden with a guarded entrance. The villa consists of a spacious entrance hall, a triple living room with fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining room overlooking the garden, 4 bedrooms, three of which have en-suite bathrooms, a service room with bathroom, laundry area and 2 large terraces surrounding the first floor. Complete with all furnishings and appliances, parking space and daily security guard service. Included in the rent are the following services: Wi-Fi, heating, housekeeper, daily gardening. Minimum rental 3 days - maximum 1 week.

The is one the the most prestigious private villas in Rome, built in 1929, and was inspired by Greco-Roman architecture. The Villa has been recently renovated with the highest standards to retain all of its historical characteristics but at the same time integrated with state-of-the-art comfort offering its guests a luxurious and an unforgettable stay in the Eternal City. The villa is perfectly located in the centre of Rome, close to the Borghese Gallery's gardens. Villa Ametista has spectacular living and dining rooms styled in elegant tones; a breakfast room, library and 4 luxury suites that can be reached by a stylish spiral staircase. Villa Ametista also offers a wellness area, a hammam and massage room, a gym, and an indoor swimming pool on its lower floor. Last but not least, a roof terrace with a 360 degree panoramic view on Rome, furnished for dining and relaxing, and a jacuzzi to encourage al fresco living; a parking area for 5 cars, and a fully integrated security system

Luxury villa half an hour from Rome, with a private park of about 4,000 square meters, porches and panoramic terrace. In addition, two independent outbuildings, for guests and service staff. The main Villa has 4 bedrooms (sleeps 7) and 6 bathrooms (541 square meters) and is spread over three levels, all accessible by an internal elevator. The main entrance to the house is located on the ground floor, which houses a large living and dining area and fireplace, the living room (also with fireplace), a reading room and the kitchen, all with direct access to large porches and a large panoramic terrace. On the ground floor there is also a bedroom with wardrobe and private bathroom and an additional bathroom serving the living area. The first floor has two bedrooms with balconies, two bathrooms, a large wardrobe room and a hallway with study. In the basement, one finds another bedroom, a bathroom, the pantry and a large garage. This area is connected to the panoramic terrace, used partly as a billiard room and partly as a study / reading room, with bathroom. Dependance n.1 - 3 bedrooms (sleeps 6) and 3 bathrooms (85 sqm) on two levels. On the ground floor one finds an apartment living room, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom with en-suite bathroom and in the basement another apartment, with independent entrance, with living room and kitchenette, two bedrooms and a bathroom. Dependance n.2 - 2 bedrooms (sleeps 4) and 3 bathrooms (76 sqm). Also on two levels including a characteristic cavern of about 19 square meters. On the ground floor there is a beautiful living room with porch, a kitchen, two double bedrooms and two bathrooms. The villa is surrounded by a private park (4,000 square meters). The whole area around the villa has been arranged beautifully, with squares and paved paths that lead to all structures. Pleasant are the porches that constitute in spring and summer an extension of the living area. A large terrace with magnificent wisteria in front of the living area of the villa offers a beautiful view of the countryside: an ideal place for outdoor lunches and dinners in the summer season. The property also has two pizza ovens, one by the salt water pool and the other near the villa. A wonderful chef who has worked with Heinz Beck is included in the rental, and to top it off, a pizza chef is available once a week.

This extraordinary independent house is located in the heart of the Renaissance center of Rome, surrounded by buildings constructed between the 15th and 17th centuries, during the time of Pope Julius II, who built the nearby Via de' Coronari. The alley where the house opens its doors is 5 minutes away from Piazza Navona and 15 minutes from the Vatican, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of the countryside. On the ground floor, there is a unique gym, built next to the Roman walls, featuring red brick on one side and travertine (the ancient local white stone of Rome) in a semicircular shape. The gym is equipped with a runner, Technogym's Unica machine, and a bench with various types of barbells and weights. Everything here reflects ancient Rome, from the bench for breathing in the Hammam to the shower built in an old water drain from a fountain. You are in the right place to turn back the hands of your clock by 2000 years. Six wall outlets can refresh or warm you with water sprays. On the same floor, on the inner side of the travertine wall, there is a rarity for the center of Rome: a garage for two cars and a scooter. We can reach the main entrance floor where the entrance leads guests to the lounges via an imposing 16th-century staircase that ascends to the 4th floor. On the noble floor, on the right, there is the main dining room, and another smaller dining room called the coral room is the ideal setting for a romantic dinner. The lounges were built at the end of the 18th century, with a neoclassical fresco on the ceiling by the painter Cornelius Lens depicting the education of Cupid: Venus chastises the unrepentant child. All the furnishings on this floor are antique, providing a sense of opulence and lightness at the same time. The beauty of this house is complemented by the hanging gardens just outside the living room. The Italian Renaissance garden with a 17th-century fountain and boxwood hedges has a corner with palm trees that are 7/8 meters tall. A staircase connects the Renaissance terrace to the eastern terrace, where Chinese terracotta vases house various species of bamboo trees, and a lawn with long-leaved Japanese grass absorbs the water that falls incessantly from a fountain. From this terrace, you access the TV room with an English fireplace, and on the same floor, there is a study with a writing desk and a library of ancient and contemporary books. This floor also houses the service rooms of the staff, which are connected via a service staircase to the kitchen on the ground floor and the first floor. Going up to the third floor on the left is the guest suite with a sitting area with a sofa, a writing desk, and a small minibar, and the room overlooking the eastern garden with its bathroom with a bathtub. From the corridor, you reach the master apartment with a large wardrobe, the bedroom is in the corner and has a panoramic view. The apartment has two bathrooms with a bathtub and a shower. This noble residence offers the opportunity to live in a museum with every modern luxury. The villa has air conditioning in every room, an elevator, and a music system. Included in the price: bed linen and towel change, utilities (electricity and water). Upon request: personal training, beautician, yoga lessons, massages, catering, museum visits with multilingual guide. Upon request and only with the staff and security provided by the property, it is possible to organize parties. Smoking is prohibited in all rooms of the house, only allowed in the garden. Small pets are allowed. Minimum stay is one month.

In Rione Campo Marzio, a stone's trow from Piazza di Spagna, stands this opulent private residence, nestled within the most distinguished wing of a 17th-century palace, offering an unparalleled immersion in history's embrace. Three refined suites, adorned with opulent frescoed salons, meticulously sculpted stuccoes, and rare, precious marbles, graciously welcome guests into an atmosphere of refined luxury and distinction. Each suite, meticulously curated with meticulous attention to detail, exudes an air of sophistication and refinement, bathed in the soft glow of the palace's internal garden. Guests are enveloped in the splendor of artistic intricacies and the mastery of stucco work, while they contemplate precious iconography and immerse themselves in the captivating allure of Roman Baroque from the moment they awaken. The residence boasts four grand reception halls: the Hall of Balustrades, the Hall of Mirrors, the Diana Room, and the Venus Room, epitomizing excellence in luxury hospitality. Spanning three hundred square meters of beauty, art, and intensity, these exclusive spaces offer an extraordinary fusion of Baroque charm and contemporary, refined design. On the lower level, guests can retreat from the urban bustle and indulge in moments of serene relaxation in an environment designed for their well-being. Here, exclusively at their disposal, they discover a designer pool and spa featuring a sauna, Turkish bath, and bespoke treatments. For fitness enthusiasts, a lavish gym equipped with state-of-the-art facilities awaits. Completing the property is a staff bedroom and a soundproofed cinema/dance hall with a bespoke bar area. Internally connected by both an elevator and a service staircase, the entire structure ensures seamless access throughout. Moreover, the residence offers a dedicated butler service, available round the clock, alongside a gourmet chef and catering service, catering to every whim of its discerning guests with unparalleled refinement and grace.

Surrounded by an incredibly stunning garden, rich with a wide variety of flowers, plants and sculptures carried out by important contemporary artists, Villa Uva is a villa of exceptional size and luxury. The property's long driveway marked by rows of vines, which stretch in all directions, immediately gives one an impression of the vastness of this property. In addition to the 31 hectare vineyard, there is a fascinating cellar where wine is produced including an elegant tasting room and a unique library that can be reached via a long underground passage-way from the villa. The villa has an elongated shape and its most panoramic side looks out over the spectacular rocky inland promontories that were created by the erosive action of water over hundreds of years. Three adjoining elegant sitting rooms face onto an enormous living room which enjoys spectacularly large windows. In harmony with the living room and the winter kitchen there is a spacious pergola with a table for 12 and an outdoor living space. The bedrooms are luxuriously decorated, with an individual style for each room, each with minibar, telephone, air conditioning, satellite TV and mosquito nets at the windows. The bathrooms are of a very high standard. The large indoor swimming pool (heated when necessary) looks out onto the panoramic garden and is protected by a glass door that can be partially opened. In harmony with the swimming pool there is a large pergola that can be equipped for lunch or dinner purposes. To reach the swimming pool you cross a large sitting room which boasts a fireplace and a plasma screen TV. The suspended garden, with its geometric-shaped hedges has many pieces of contemporary art. The garden features a brand new outdoor swimming pool, with its own bar and a breathtaking view over the Calanchi Valley. The villa has 2 kitchens, one for use of the guests (if they wish) and the other (industrial and fully equipped with all modern instruments) used by the chef and staff. It is also possible to rent two other properties on site to accommodate a total of 22/24 people.

Apartment Trajan great charm, with breathtaking views of the Trajan Forum and the Victor Emmanuel II monument, turns out to be literally immersed in history combining ancient taste with all modern comforts. Furnished with attention to detail, it is characterized by a large living room with marble fireplace, a dining room decorated with historical appeal, a comfortable kitchen, two master bedrooms, one of which with an en-suite bathroom, both with amazing views of the Forum, an additional bathroom and a single bedroom also with an en-suite bathroom. Close to the most important historical sites as well as the shopping streets, it is a unique opportunity to experience the eternal city. Colosseum (0,8 km- 10 min.) Trevi Fountain (0,8 km.- 10 min.) Spanish Steps (1,5 km.-18 min.) Vatican (2.7 km- 30 min) Daily maid service included.