About Merrion
Why book with Merrion
I am Merrion Charles, a private travel consultant based in Tuscany, near Fivizzano. I know Italy intimately, and I love what I do.
More than 30 years in luxury travel
Over more than three decades in the luxury travel industry I have built close relationships with property owners, artisans, chefs and wineries across Italy. My aim has always been to give clients experiences I can recommend with absolute certainty, because I have visited and approved every property, and met the people who own it, myself.
This collection brings together the apartments I most like to suggest for Italy's cities, together with one rather special villa wing in the Veneto. They suit a weekend, a honeymoon, a family gathering, or a few nights as part of a longer journey.
How I work
Nothing is too much trouble
Every property inspected
I have visited each property and know its owners. I will tell you honestly which one suits you, and which does not.
Tried and tested
A deliberately small, hand-picked collection, rather than everything that happens to be available.
Discreet and personal
You deal with me directly, from the first enquiry to the day you leave, and I am available around the clock while you travel.
An insider's Italy
Cooks and cookery classes, guides, transfers, wine tours, Palio tickets and restaurant tables: the extras each owner offers, and an itinerary around them if you wish.
As mentioned in
- Country Life
- The Times
- Always Italy
Always Italy is the guide by Frances Mayes with Ondine Cohane.
Beyond the city
Looking for a villa or a whole journey?
This collection is the city side of what I do. On my main website you will find private villas, hotels and tailor-made journeys across Italy, and I am always happy to plan an itinerary that includes one of these apartments.
Enquire
Start with a conversation
Share your dates, who is travelling and what you have in mind. I read every enquiry myself and reply personally with availability, current rates and suggestions.