Child Friendly Self Catering Accommodation in Italy

Child Friendly Holidays Italy

Italy rewards families who come without too fixed a plan. The best moments arrive unexpectedly: a hilltop village stumbled upon on a back road, a beach with water so clear it looks invented, a plate of pasta that a previously fussy eater inhales without comment. Tuscany is where many families start, and the appeal is obvious. Luxury holiday villas in Tuscany with private pools, olive groves and terracotta views have been the template for the Italian family holiday for decades, and they remain outstanding. Florence and Siena are within reach for day trips with older children, but the best weeks here are the ones where you barely leave the property. The Italian Lakes suit families who want scenery and a base for exploring. Lake Garda in particular is well set up for families, with theme parks, watersports, cycling routes along the lake shore and enough excellent child-friendly accommodation to fill several summers. Lake Como is quieter, more beautiful and better for families who want space over activity. The Amalfi Coast and Sicily are for families ready for something more ambitious. The Amalfi is dramatic and best enjoyed slowly, with a self-catering base and no particular agenda. Sicily offers ancient temples, volcano walks on Etna, brilliant beaches and an unhurried pace that suits family travel well. Agriturismo stays are one of Italy's great undiscovered family holiday options. Farm stays in Italy combining good food, outdoor space, animals and simplicity sit at the heart of what makes the country work so well for families with younger children. All of the properties here are Away with the Kids approved, visited, vetted and genuinely loved by families with children of their own. Browse our portfolio, or use the filters to find what suits your family.