Our Experts Say:

Set 21 miles from Venice, this 16th-century villa is surrounded by a large estate full of vineyards. Bedrooms are all individually designed, some have parquet floors, exposed wooden beams and an open-plan lounge area. The castle hosts wine-tasting sessions, and guests can visit the winery on request.

Our Experts Say:

Relais Bevilacqua is set inside a 14th-century castle, 30 miles from Verona. It has beautiful gardens, and a traditional restaurant. The elegant bedrooms are individually designed with a historic ambience, some with four-poster beds and wood-beam ceilings.