Chef & service
Staffed Villas in Italy
23 villas · curated by us
There is a moment, usually on the second evening, when guests at a staffed villa understand what they've bought: the table on the terrace is already set, dinner is happening without them, and nobody has to drive anywhere. Villas to rent in Italy with chef and staff turn a beautiful house into an actual vacation.
Staffing ranges by property: some include a housekeeper and a cook for breakfast and a few dinners; others come fully staffed (chef, service, housekeeping, house manager) in the manner of a private hotel that belongs only to you. Our advisors will tell you precisely what's included where, what meals cost beyond the rental, and which chefs are worth planning a whole week around (we have opinions; several of our guests' best memories are named Gabriele).
Every staff arrangement is one we've experienced ourselves. We don't list a staffed villa until we've eaten there.
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Frequently asked questions
It varies by villa and menu, but expect a per-day chef fee plus the cost of provisions, arranged transparently before you travel. Many guests do a chef for three or four dinners and cook or eat out the rest — we'll structure it however suits you.
At the top tier: daily housekeeping, a chef for breakfast and dinner, table service, and a house manager who handles everything from boat charters to restaurant bookings. We'll give you the exact staffing schedule for any villa you're considering.
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