Rising from its lush landscape like a lemon from a tree, this pale yellow villa built in 1624 was once the summer residence of Count Cosimo Bernardini. Citrus and herb gardens, ponds and brooks, and grand cypress trees surround a classic interior with terracotta floors, a library, and high, painted ceilings. Take a dip in the pool, lunch beneath the vines, and play tennis 1.5 miles away while the chef preps dinner.
Rooms: 7 bedrooms, 7.5 bathrooms
Amenities: Personal chef service, indoor fireplace, pool access, outdoor lounging
Address: Near Via di Coselli, Pisa, Italy
Photo: By Reuben Tabner
Tucked away in St. Benedict’s Abbey—a former Scottish monastery turned private club—is this Medieval two-bedroom apartment. Once the Scriptorium, or the writing room, its two floors are adorned with stained glass and a vaulted chapel ceiling. The Abbey itself is surrounded on three sides by the waters of the Loch Ness, and sits upon 20 acres of gardens.
Rooms: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
Amenities: shared indoor pool and sauna, outdoor dining area
Address: Near Glendoe and Station Rd, Lochness, Scotland
Photo: Courtesy of Airbnb
