Some places are more rural than others but this selection of more rural holiday accommodation is chosen upon comparative remoteness from tourist resorts and or rustic charm . . .
luxury villa for larger families and groups near Hania and Kalamaki with accessibility features including an ELEVATOR (LIFT). Architect designed with internal and external balconies, including a stunning terrace dinning and a private pool. 6 bedrooms, 5 bathroms, sleeps up to 14. Set in a quiet rural location with panoramic views and close Hania and beaches, this property is simply stunning! The owner is a landscape and still life artist 2008: Good availability.
2 bedroom village house near beach in delightfully rural setting adjoining Forestry Commission protected landscape, archaeological site Three excellent golf courses near to Ampurias / L'Escala: Torremirona, (near Figueres) Pals, and Gerona. All are highly rated by experienced golfers and offer day facilities. 2008: Available from 20th September.
Newly renovated18th century house sleeps 8 in 4 bedrooms in the quiet rural setting of a Spanish village. An authentic setting for a holiday in Ampurdán yet only 5km from the beaches. 2009: Available from October 22.
Jesus Pobre: Rental villa with separate annex and pool. for the perfect family holiday in a quiet rural location near to the beaches and golf on the Costa Blanca. 5 bedrooms, sleeps 10. 2008: Available until May 16th, May 31st - July 5th, Sept 13th - Dec 31st.
Stone villa with rural views over the Mallorguin countryside with pool in tranquil inland countryside setting. 3 bedrooms, sleeps 5. 2008: Good availability.
- 3 bedroom child friendly holiday house to rent in rural surroundings with pool 5 minutes walk to the Puerto de Andratx marina and restaurants. Sleeps 7. 2008: Good availability.
- 3 bedroom child friendly holiday house to rent in rural surroundings with pool 5 minutes walk to the Puerto de Andratx marina and restaurants. Sleeps 7. 2008: Good availability.
Stone Built cottage in rural untouched Malorca with pool.3 bedrooms, sleeps 6 with the best views of Mallorca.2008: Good availability.
Large villa with separate apartment making it ideal for groups and large families. This beautifully renovated traditional finca stands in large grounds with fantastic views and a pool. Parking for many cars and easy access to the beaches and towns of Ibiza make this the perfect holiday place for all members of the family. 5/6 bedrooms sleeps 10 - 14. 2008: Good availability.
Large villa on working vineyard: The white building in the photo next door to another villa, making this ideal for large family holidays. Outdoor swimming pool, large rooms in restored old building. Close to the Dolomites for walking, horse riding and cycling, the owners are also able to arrange cooking courses, wine tasting and guided tours of Venice by an expert in the City and its arts. Sleeps 11 in 5 bedrooms. Fully booked for 2008 and 2009.
Large villa on working vineyard: Outdoor swimming pool, large rooms in restored old building. Close to the Dolomites for walking, horse riding and cycling, the owners are also able to arrange cooking courses, wine tasting and guided tours of Venice by an expert in the City and its arts. Sleeps 8 in 3 bedrooms. 2008: Available from 1st September onwards.
Siena: Rental accommodation in farmhouse with pool on this farm estate in San Fabiano. 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms sleeps 12-20. Smaller villa sleeps 5. Nightly rates available for three single apartments. 2008: Good availability.
Cortona: 13th century cottage in hill-top overlooking Cortona set in 1,000 acres, this wonderful rental property occupies a unique rural setting, with wooded trails from the front door. Near to the arts town of Cortona, this cottage is the perfect holiday retreat for walkers, artists and writers. 2 bedrooms sleeps 5-6. 2008: Available from August 30 - September 27.
Apartments to rent in renovated mill on Villa Maionchi farm near Lucca sleeps 2 or 6 with views and pool. Featured in The Daily Telegraph by the author of 'Real Italian Food', you can watch the grapes being harvested and drink the wine. Agriturist in a genuine rural fattoria at its best. 2008: Good availability. 
Rural holiday rental apartment with panoramic views of the Lunigiana hills near Aulla and Pisa. Glorious wrap-around balcony for lapping up the sun or shade in the heart of this gastronomic region favoured by a certain British Prime Minister. 2 bedrooms, sleeps 6. 2008: Good availability. 
Tuscany Farmhouse Rental Large 6 bedroom luxury farmhouse villa with apartment a panoramic rural view and pool, sleeps 12 2009: Available 17th Jan - 1st August, 15th August - 26th September, 3rd October onwards.
Renovated cottage in old mill house with beautiful terrace views in a rural setting in the Lunigiana region of Tuscany, Italy. Sleeps 2-3. 2008: Good availability. 
Cortona medieval hill-top town: Restored farmhouse with separate cottage and pool in rural setting a few minutes from the historic town of Cortona. 2008: Good availability.
Two apartments in renovated 17C farm setting near Cortona, Arezzo and Assisi in rural Tuscany near the Siena province border. Its central location makes this rental the perfect base for exploring the countryside and towns, amd for enjoying the great Italian wines, history and art of this beautiful region. 1 and 2 bedroom apartments that can sleep from 2 - 6 and can be rented together for larger parties 2008: La Stufa: Available from 3rd May until 10th May, 24th May until 31st May, 15th June to 21st June, 5th July until 12th July, 30th August onwards. La Mimosa: Available until 17th May, 24th May to 31st May, 18th June to 12th July, 26th July until 9th August,16th August onwards Il Bocciolo: Available until May 3rd, 1st June until 11th June, 18th June until 25th July, 8th August until 16th August, and 27th August onwards. 
Agriturismo farmhouse villa rentals on the Fattoria Spinola estate, just South of Perugia. Swimming pool, and beautiful rural setting. 2008: Good availability. 
Villa hide-away to rent in the rural Lucca hills 16th Century former water mill sleeps 6. A sanctuary with beautiful gardens, Cook and terrace overlooking mill brook. 2008: Good availability. 
Large farmhouse in rural Provencal setting with separate pool house accommodation for large family holidays set in huge grounds with swimming pool near hill-top village. Study and internet access. Sleeps up to 10. This is the "real" Provence. 2008: Good availability. 
Renovated house in 2 acres of gardens and orchard with heated swimming pool sleeps 5+. Character and modern comforts in this charming and newly restored property with outbuildings in rural village of Loches. Ideal base for exploring the Loire Valley. 2008: Available 30 August - 6 September; then 20 September onwards. Bookings welcomed for 2009.
2 bedroom rental house in Meyssac. A picturesque house in a rural location 3km from the market town of Meyssac near Brive-La-Gaillarde, with gardens, orchard and terraces. Pretty towns, villages and the countryside to explore along the river Dordogne. Rocamadour, Lascaux, Sarlet are within easy reach and Lac du Causse offers sailing, wind surfing and a sandy beach. 2008: Good availability. 
bed and breakfast in central Britanny, also available for holiday rentals. This rural area is a wonderful way to experience real France unspoiled by tourism and yet with plenty of things to do and see in the locality which make holidays here a really wonderful experience. 2008: Good availability. 
Provence: Rental villa, sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms in rural setting. This holiday villa has sweeping views over the renowed wine region and is within walking distance of the provencal village of Taradeau. Stunning setting on wooded hillside, with bijou pool and jacuzzi. Over one acre of gardens and its own boules pitch, perfect for enjoying balmy days in Provence. 2009: Available from 20th June to 5th Sept. 
Tourette Sur Loup Bed & Breakfast near Valbonne, St Paul de Vence, Vence and Grasse : 2 double rooms with private entrance and ensuites in renovated house with wonderful views near rural Gorge du Loup, inland from Cannes. Golf near by too. Sleeps 2 - 6. 2008: Good availability. 
Provencal rental villa near Ste Maxime i the Gulf of St Tropez with a heated (and alarmed) swimming pool in a large private and enclosed garden. The Mas is in a rural setting at the foot of the Maures mountain range. St Maxime is 10 mins by car and a ferry takes you to St Tropez and Cannes. Local markets in Grimaud, Cogolin and other Provencal villages are a delight. Sleeps 9 in 4 bedrooms. 2009: Taking bookings now for 11th April onwards. 
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