Italy is the land of sensual indulgence. The country has more UNESCO World Heritage sites than any other and is famous for its food, fashion and art. Whether it’s a night at the opera in Naples, feasting the eyes in Florence – the jewel of Renaissance Italy – or taking a trip to the foodie’s favourite destination of Bologna, the ‘beautiful country’ has it all.

Home Swap Italy

From a villa in the country or an airy apartment in the city, Italian homes are typically both beautiful and rich in history – browse Love Home Swap’s database for properties currently available for a holiday home exchange.

Country House Exchange Italy

Tuscany is halfway down the Italian peninsula and known for its rolling hills with a backdrop of snow-capped mountains. As well as producing some of the country’s finest wines and olive oils, the region contains a large amount of the world’s Renaissance art. Holidaymakers arranging a house exchange in Tuscany will be following in the footsteps of the many Italians who consider the region as the very embodiment of rural chic.

To the east of Tuscany lies Umbria – Italy’s only landlocked region. The area is rich with stunning hilltop villages, lush green valleys and a distinctive medieval character. The historical towns of Norcia and Assisi are associated with St Benedict and St Francis of Assisi.

Coastal home exchange Italy

Stretching around almost the entire length of the country, Italy’s coastline is justifiably famous. The Amalfi Coast in Southern Italy is one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations. Gleaming white villages nestle among the steep cliffs lined with lemon groves and dropping drastically down to a coastline peppered with sandy coves. Unsurprisingly, the Amalfi Coast is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
For the ultimate in seaside luxury, visit one of Italy’s many islands. Sardinia is the country’s second-largest and known for its white sandy beaches and turquoise sea, while Sicily provides an additional intriguing mix of Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Arab and Spanish architecture.

City home exchange Italy

It’s no exaggeration to say that Italy’s cities have made a profound contribution to Western civilisation. Aside from the obvious importance of Rome, everything from the maritime history of Genoa – birthplace of Christopher Columbus – to the Renaissance art of Florence has been hugely culturally influential.

Property exchange Italy

The beauty of Love Home Swap is the sheer number of properties available. Everyone really can find their dream holiday home whether they’re a couple travelling on a budget or a family in need of a large space.