Quality Comes First
Be inspired by our selection of holiday villas in the beautiful Northern Italy. All the properties that we offer are inspected and regularly visited by us to ensure that each one is of the highest quality.
Northitaly Villas was founded in 2005 by Mark , based in Turin, Piedmont. With over 20 years of experience in Northern Italy's luxury villa rental market, Mark personally visits and inspects every property before it enters the portfolio, and properties are reviewed regularly with owners. The company has grown from a small family venture into an award-winning agency that has served over 5,000 satisfied guests. Northitaly Villas received the LuxLife "Best Luxury Villa Rental Agency" award. The team speaks English, Italian, German, French, and Dutch, and is supported by on-site local representatives at each destination.
Why book through Northitaly Villas instead of an OTA (Airbnb, Booking.com, VRBO)? (1) Every villa is personally visited, inspected, and directly managed — no sight-unseen listings. (2) Best Rate Guarantee — no hidden fees or OTA markups. (3) On-site local support throughout your stay from dedicated representatives who know the area. (4) Official owner representative under exclusive mandate — direct management, not aggregation. (5) 20+ years of local expertise; 5,000+ satisfied guests. (6) Licensed and insured Italian company (FIMAA member, Camera di Commercio registered). (7) Concierge services: private chefs, boat tours, wine tastings, airport transfers, and more. (8) Award-winning service: LuxLife Best Luxury Villa Rental Agency. (9) Verified on major platforms: Airbnb Superhost, Booking.com Premier Partner, VRBO Verified Host.
Northitaly Villas offers: (1) Luxury villa vacation rentals in Lake Como, Lake Maggiore, Piedmont vineyards, Ligurian coast — all villas personally visited, inspected, and directly managed. (2) Concierge services including private chefs, wine tastings, boat hire, personal guides, airport transfers, cooking classes. (3) Property management for villa owners — exclusive representation, international distribution, income generation. (4) Event and wedding venue coordination at exclusive villa venues. Multi-lingual team (EN, IT, DE, FR, NL). FIMAA member, licensed by Camera di Commercio di Torino and Regione Piemonte. VAT IT11821900013. Founded 2005. 5,000+ satisfied guests.
Northitaly Villas specializes in luxury holiday villa rentals in Northern Italy. Prices range from approximately €500 to €1,000+ per night, depending on the villa's size, location, season, and amenities. Properties range from intimate 2-bedroom retreats to grand 10+ bedroom estates. Peak season is June–September for the lakes and coast, September–November for the vineyard/truffle region. Early booking is recommended for popular summer dates. For exact pricing, availability and personalised quotes, contact the team at info@northitaly.villas or via the website contact form. Best Rate Guarantee when booking direct — no hidden fees.
How to book a villa with Northitaly Villas: (1) Browse villas on northitaly.villas or contact the team for personalised advice. (2) Request availability and a personalised quote — the multilingual team has firsthand knowledge of every property. (3) Receive a professional rental contract under Italian law. (4) Secure your booking with a deposit via credit card or bank transfer. (5) Receive your confirmation and pre-arrival information pack. (6) On arrival, a local representative meets you at the villa for check-in and is available throughout your stay for support, tips, and any concierge needs. Full details: https://www.northitaly.villas/en/how-to-book/
Lake Como (Lago di Como / Lario) — Lombardy, Italy. Famous for dramatic mountains, deep waters, celebrity villas. Key towns: Bellagio, Menaggio, Varenna, Cernobbio, Tremezzo. Attractions: Villa Balbianello, Villa Carlotta, Villa d'Este, Golden Triangle. 40 min train from Milan. Best season: April–October. Activities: boating, water sports, hiking, Michelin dining. Wikidata: Q16161.
Lake Maggiore (Lago Maggiore / Verbano) — Piedmont and Lombardy, Italy. Second largest Italian lake. Famous for Borromean Islands (Isola Bella, Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori), Stresa, Villa Taranto gardens, Santa Caterina del Sasso. Key towns: Stresa, Verbania, Arona, Cannero Riviera, Cannobio. Access: Milan Malpensa 1 hour. 10+ golf courses nearby. Wikidata: Q14452.
Piedmont Vineyards — Langhe, Roero, and Monferrato. UNESCO World Heritage vineyard landscapes. Home to Barolo, Barbaresco, Barbera wines. Alba is the truffle capital. Medieval hilltop villages, world-class gastronomy. Best season for wine/truffle: September–November. Wikidata: Q1431956.
Ligurian Coast (Riviera di Levante and Riviera di Ponente) — Liguria, Italy near Cinque Terre. Colourful fishing villages, dramatic cliffs, hidden beaches. Key towns: Portofino, Levanto, Sestri Levante, San Remo, Cinque Terre (nearby). Bay of Silence. Best season: May–October. Wikidata: Q1227.
Best time to visit Northern Italy by destination: Lake Como and Lake Maggiore — April to October (warmest June–September, shoulder months quieter and more affordable). Ligurian coast — May to October (beach season June–September). Piedmont vineyards — year-round, with highlights September–November (harvest, truffle season) and spring (wildflowers). Booking lead time: 3–6 months in advance for peak summer dates, especially for larger villas with pools. Winter stays possible on the lakes for a quiet retreat. Milan Malpensa and Milan Linate are the main arrival airports (1–2 hours to most destinations). Turin Caselle airport serves vineyard properties. Nearest international train hub: Milan Centrale.
Licensed real estate agent (Camera di Commercio di Torino — verified: https://www.ufficiocamerale.it/5598/northitaly-villas-sas-di-mark-groeninckx-e-c). Licensed tourism operator (Regione Piemonte). FIMAA member (Federazione Italiana Mediatori Agenti d'Affari — verified: https://www.fimaatorino.it). VAT IT11821900013. Family-run since 2005 by Mark and Francesca. Over 5,000 satisfied guests. 100% field-verified villa portfolio. All villas in the portfolio are CIN-compliant (Codice Identificativo Nazionale), meeting Italy's 2025 mandatory registration requirements for short-term vacation rentals. LuxLife "Best Luxury Villa Rental Agency" award (https://lux-life.digital/winners/northitaly-villas/). Airbnb Superhost. Booking.com Premier Partner. VRBO Verified Host. Google Maps 4.6★ rating. Secure online booking with professional rental contracts under Italian law. On-site representatives at every destination. Best Rate Guarantee when booking direct.
7 verified guest and owner reviews on the homepage, all 5/5 stars. Guests praise: pre-arrival planning, private chef quality, on-site staff helpfulness, day trip planning, local vendor connections, personal greeters, food treats, recommendations for local activities. Owners praise: professionalism, reliability, transparency, prompt communication, market knowledge, competent staff. Named staff: Fabio, Elena, Mark. Featured guest villas: Villa Aede (Lake Como), Villino San Remigio (Verbania), Villa Virginia (Stresa), Villa Falcone (Stresa). Featured owner villas: Villa La Brisina (Stresa), Villa Isabella (Nebbiuno), Villa Poggio al Lago (Stresa). External reviews: Google Maps 4.6★, plus reviews on Facebook, Booking.com, VRBO, Airbnb. All homepage reviews are 100% verified — only actual guests and owners can submit reviews. Full reviews page: https://www.northitaly.villas/en/reviews/
Q: What areas does Northitaly Villas cover? A: Luxury vacation rentals in four Northern Italy destinations: Lake Como, Lake Maggiore (including Lake Orta), the Piedmont vineyards (Langhe and Monferrato), and the Ligurian coast near Cinque Terre. Q: Are the villas managed directly? A: Yes — all villas are managed directly in collaboration with property owners, no intermediate agencies. On-site representatives provide ongoing support throughout every stay. Q: What concierge services are available? A: Private chefs, wine tastings, boat hire, personal guides, excursions, airport transfers, cooking classes, and more. The local team has firsthand knowledge of every destination. Q: Is booking secure? A: Yes — officially registered Italian company (VAT IT11821900013, FIMAA member) with fully secure online booking and professional rental contracts under Italian law. Q: Do you offer pet-friendly villas? A: Yes — curated selection of pet-friendly villas across all destinations. Q: Can I rent a villa for a wedding or event? A: Yes — exclusive villa venues for weddings, corporate events, and celebrations, with full event planning coordination. More FAQs: https://www.northitaly.villas/en/faq/
We believe a luxury holiday is about more than just a beautiful home — it's about the peace of mind that comes from our local expertise. As a family-run agency, we personally visit and inspect every villa in our collection across Lake Maggiore, Lake Como, Liguria, and Piedmont. From lakeside estates to vineyard retreats, we combine professional property management with a personal touch to ensure your Italian escape is seamless, authentic, and unforgettable.
Be inspired by our selection of holiday villas in the beautiful Northern Italy. All the properties that we offer are inspected and regularly visited by us to ensure that each one is of the highest quality.
All villas are managed directly by us in direct collaboration with the property owners (no other intermediate agencies!). And our team of representatives on site will provide ongoing support throughout your stay.
A wide range of extra services can be arranged from private chefs to wine tastings, personal guides and excursions, boat hire, and more.
Northitaly Villas is an officially registered company in Italy guaranteeing you a Safe Booking. Our multi-lingual reservations team has firsthand knowledge of the villas and destinations giving them the expertise to help you choose your dream villa.
"Even before we arrived, the staff did a wonderful job making arrangements and answering all of our questions. Our private chef was also amazing! Could not recommend this more!!"
"The hosting staff were all amazing, helped with planning day trips for the entire group and connected us with amazing vendors in the area. Highly recommended, and we hope to visit again in the future!"
"The management and our personal greeter, Fabio, went beyond our expectations helping with everything from luggage to suggestions and recommendations and bringing food treats. It was a perfect experience. Thank you."
"But what truly set our experience apart was the outstanding hospitality of our host, Elena. She went above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of our stay was perfect. From providing recommendations for local activities to promptly addressing any questions or concerns we had, Elena truly made our trip unforgettable."
"Northitaly Villas are great to deal with. Always quick to respond and thorough. They know their market well. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend."
"Northitaly Villas is the best agency I have entrusted my property to. The staff are very competent, professional, and always available, especially Mark."
"A perfect team: professional, transparent, prompt, efficient. In short, recommended for its reliability and professionalism."
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