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  When traveling with a large family, hotels can be impersonal and families are often forced to be separated in different parts of the hotel. The solution: rent a villa instead. With a villa, families are in one place--a spacious home or estate with all the amenities of home and more. If you dream of vacationing in Tuscany, Italy but don't have the budget for it, there are many villas in Texas that offer the Tuscan ambiance you seek.
  
  

Lakeway Vacation Rental Villa

• This Tuscan-style villa is located in a prestigious community and can sleep up to 12 people in its four luxuriously decorated rooms. The stone façade and Mediterranean-style roofing is meant to resemble classic Tuscany homes. An infinity pool overlooks Lake Travis. The villa also features a spacious stone patio, a fireplace and a massive stone and marble kitchen. Guests can take in recreational activities on Lake Travis, such as jet-skiing and boating. Nearby restaurants include the Grille at Rough Hollow. serving classic American cuisine, and The Oasis at Lake Travis, which has the largest outdoor dining space in Texas.
  
  

Tuscan Villa-Style Waterfront Home

• Located on Lake Ray Hubbard in Dallas, this Tuscan-style villa features five bedrooms, lush gardens, a large pool and a stone fireplace. Stone flooring and terra cotta roof style adds to the Tuscan feel of the home. The villa also features spa-style bathtubs, a wine grotto and a spacious balcony with lake views. Go fishing on the lake, or take the family to the entertainment complex Shenaniganz for bowling, go-carts and laser tag fun. Nearby dining options include Route 66 Diner, located right on the historical route, and Zanata, an Italian restaurant.
  
  

Tuscan-Style Hill Country Home

• Located in the Georgetown neighborhood of Texas Hill Country, this Tuscan-style villa features four bedrooms that can sleep eight to 10 people. The backyard is a garden setting with a large pool, fire pit and volleyball court. The home also features a spacious granite countertop kitchen, marble floors and spa-style bathtubs. Downtown Georgetown is just 10 minutes away; visitors can shop its boutique shops on Main Street or take a tour of the Historic District. Enjoy Tex-Mex cuisine at Dos Salsas Café or check out the Landmark Tavern for fine food and live jazz.