If traditional is your cup of tea, look no further than Trullo Rosmarino. This traditional home has been revamped (albeit with a luxurious edge) to merge the best of traditional and contemporary Puglia. Of course that’s not to say that there aren’t an abundance of added luxurious available to enjoy; think pool, extensive gardens and an Instagram-friendly courtyard.

How does a modernist villa perched on a clifftop sound? Throw in a heatable infinity pool, a jacuzzi and direct access to the ocean below and we’re sure (just like us) you’re already booking flights. Ai Faraglioni is the dream summer abode for the entertainer; the sleeky designed accommodation option is all white-washed walls and ample dining spaces and comes equipped with a kitchen even professionals would be happy with. thethinkingtraveller.com/thinksicily/ai-faraglioni

Boasting 12 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms and clifftop views, Rocca delle Tre Contrade is the kind of holiday home you tend to dream about. Sitting pretty on Sicily’s east coast, the mansion looks out onto the Ionian sea on one side and Mount Etna on the other, but it’s not just the views of the infinity pool that is awe-inspiring, but the garden laden with lemon groves, fruit orchards and vegetable gardens. Time to pull out the credit card… thethinkingtraveller.com/thinksicily/rocca-delle-tre-contrade.aspx

This lovingly restored home is nestled in seaside Corsica. The four bedroom, four bathroom abode sleeps eight and is awash with original features (exposed wooden beams, stone and terracotta flooring and thick wooden doors) and antique furnishings. Expect sea views, extensive gardens in which to lay about, an al fresco dining table, and a wood-fired oven nearby. thethinkingtraveller.com/corsica/a-torra

One for fans of contemporary design, Penio sits in the stunning Ionian Islands. The cubist villa is a four bedroom, four bathroom home boasting panoramic views of the south coast of Lefkada. If the infinity pool doesn’t tempt you, direct access to the sea will. thethinkingtraveller.com/thinkionianislands/penio.aspx

Journey to the southernmost tip of Puglia and you’ll find Villa Blanca. The abode is quintessential coastal Italian life (white walls included), offering living spaces both indoor and out, a pool within which to enjoy a daily splash, and views to enjoy while you no doubt indulge in a daily aperitivo. With eight bedrooms and eight bathrooms on offer, the villa is ideal for a reunion with extended family and friends. thethinkingtraveller.com/thinkpuglia/villa-blanca.aspx

Nature lovers take note; Al Profondu Blu may well be your dream home. The lavish summer shack sits along a secluded stretch of sandy beach in Sicily, in the middle of a 15 hectare private nature reserve. Evidently with privacy in spades, the beachfront abode is the ultimate way to spend a quintessential Mediterranean summer; think colourful tiles, white linen, and dark timbers galore. thethinkingtraveller.com/thinksicily/al-profondo-blu

If you’ve ever found yourself dreaming of a Greek summer spent languidly relaxing within an olive grove, then Hippokampoi may be your ultimate getaway. Set in 2.5 acres of olive grove, the holiday home is located within the quiet bay of Meganissi. From your deck you’ll be able to look out onto the islands of Lefkada and Skorpios, and nip down for a dip in the sea below thanks to private access. Of course there’s also an infinity bool within the lavish villa, meaning you don’t have to leave at all if you don’t want to. thethinkingtraveller.com/thinkionianislands/hippokampoi

While Villa Elia may be nestled in Puglia, it will appeal to fans of Under the Tuscan Sun. The ‘rambling’ Masseria sits just a short drive away from historic Gallipoli and its stunning sandy beaches. But you don’t really need to leave its grounds; the restored villa hosts extensive gardens and a pool, and inside is styled with an eclectic combination of local and contemporary pieces, many sourced from Brown’s Hotel in London. thethinkingtraveller.com/thinkpuglia/villa-elia.aspx

As the creation of a local jewellery designer, Masseria Gargallo is an ode to Sicilian craftsmanship and artistry. The colourful four-bedroom home is centred around a lavish pool, and landscaped gardens in which you can frolic. Furniture is as eclectic as the home itself; the perfect retreat for the creative. thethinkingtraveller.com/thinksicily/masseria-gargallo