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medieval watch tower and pool, near Florence, suitable for remote working

medieval watch tower and pool, near Florence, suitable for remote working

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the villa on a sunny day
the swimming-pool
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living room

Overview of medieval watch tower and pool, near Florence, suitable for remote working

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

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Londa ,Florence, Tuscany
  • Popular LocationCastello di Nipozzano32 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Mall Luxury Outlet37 min drive
  • Popular LocationCathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore46 min drive
  • AirportBologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)112 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

medieval watch tower and pool, near Florence, suitable for remote working

The villa is the oldest building of a medieval small hamlet and dates back to the XIII century, it was originally a watch tower, it has been recently restored keeping its original structure. The rooms are all on the first floor while the ground floor is not inhabited. The wide living room is central and has its original stone floor and fireplace, the 2 windows offer a wonderful view of the valley and from one of them you can see the lovely pool (13x7m). Both the living room and the kitchen open on a large porch ideal for sitting and dining in the open. Two of the bedrooms have double beds and one has 2 single beds, all the rooms have their original wooden beamed ceilings . Both bathrooms are modern and comfortable. A large room, provided with wireless internet and suitable for remote working is located at the ground floor, it is separate from the other rooms of the villa and it has a desk with its comfortable deskchair , a bookshelf and a long bench with pillows , this service is not included in the rental price. The villa has a private, large and fenced garden provided with outside furniture. The pool is located 250m from the villa and is shared with the guests of another holiday house of the medieval hamlet which belongs to the owner's family. In summer, after a day trip to one of the art towns of Tuscany, you will appreciate your return to Torre della Musica where the evenings are always breezy. No need of air conditioning in the house, air conditioning is not provided, but we can provide fans on request ( no extra charge).
In May and October you may need heating, comfortable central heating is not included in the rental price .

Owner's profile:
The medieval hamlet was part of a century old farm which belonged to my mother's family. The farm is now run by my nephews, they farm organic and can offer excellent extra virgin oil from our olive groves and excellent wine from their beautiful vineyards. Torre della Musica ( the villa I offer for rent) is one of the 6 houses which make up the medieval hamlet, they belong to me and to my sisters. I spend as much time as I can in a house close to Torre della Musica because the place is green and peaceful and close to Florence even if secluded.

Property manager

Adriana
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Languages

English, Italian
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
Only 1 pet / reservation, only polite dogs

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only in the porch or in the garden
The remote working room is available if you ask at least 2 days before check in, 30 euro/stay, cash at your arrival Outdoor camera in the pool area
Please: if you will bring a pet, inform the owner at booking time. Do not bring any pillows of the house or garden to the pool
GPL heating is included in the rental price only in May and from the 7th of October . On your departure put your trash in the due bins along the road

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Londa

Located in Londa, this villa is in a rural area. The Mall Luxury Outlet and Fashion Groove are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Foreste Casentinesi-Monte Falterona-Campigna National Park and Arno River. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
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Londa ,Florence, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Castello di Nipozzano - 32 min drive
  • The Mall Luxury Outlet - 37 min drive
  • Historic Center - Downtown - 44 min drive
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 46 min drive
  • Uffizi Gallery - 46 min drive

Getting around

  • Contea Londa Station - 21 min drive
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar Alimentari Schiacciate Consumi - 35 min drive
  • Chalet Gli Abeti - 25 min drive
  • Lago D'argento di G. Cicali & C SAS - 17 min drive
  • Bar Pasticceria Leverò - 19 min drive
  • Da ì Gela Gelateria Yogurteria - 19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does medieval watch tower and pool, near Florence, suitable for remote working have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is medieval watch tower and pool, near Florence, suitable for remote working pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at medieval watch tower and pool, near Florence, suitable for remote working?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at medieval watch tower and pool, near Florence, suitable for remote working?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is medieval watch tower and pool, near Florence, suitable for remote working located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly villa is 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Museo Archeologico Comprensoriale and 9.7 mi (15.7 km) from Dreolino Winery. Arno River and Mulino a Vento - Fattoria Lavacchio are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Adrianna is a lovely host and the villa is beautiful with amazing views and a very well kitted out kitchen which makes food prep easy. You can drive down to contea Londa and get the train to the centre of Florence (we did it a few times). The pool area is really lovely.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mariam C.

Photos don't do it justice!
We spent 2 wonderful weeks at Torre Della Musica! The house is stunning and the views match. You know when you are on holiday when you hear the cicadas and you can see the stars, comets and universes in this rural mountainous spot. The house and kitchen is well equipped, the beds are really comfortable and my 18 month old loved the garden. We had to watch him like a hawk around the terrace and steep stairs to the property however which didn't favour little feet but waking up to breakfasting al fresco was a joy. The house lends itself to all holiday tastes, it is a wonderful place to soak in glorious Italian quiet countryside but if you like to explore Tuscany, it was a great base for visiting Florence and surrounding towns and Chianti-shire. Adriana is a fabulous host and was available to help whenever we needed anything. The Torre della musica really was a harmonious and melodic place. Wonderful!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Fanastic, spacious and well-equipped villa
Just back from a week’s stay in this villa. We were very impressed by the amount of space that we had and how comfortable it was. It was perfect for relaxing after a hectic week of sight seeing. The villa was very well equipped and had everything you needed to cook for a large party. The nearest village (Londa) had 2 small supermarkets that’s well stocked, only downside was that fresh sea food was hard to come by. There was also a well stocked butchers and grocery in the village. We didn’t go to any local restaurants, so not sure of their quality. The views from the front and back of the villa were breath taking. I spent many happy hours just sitting on the balcony soaking up the views and reading.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Lovely relaxing and unique property
We stayed for 2 weeks in August (4 adults, 1 child and our dog). Torre della Musica is a lovely property. The pictures do not do it justice. It is very comfortable with generous space in all rooms. It’s in a very quiet and peaceful  location set up in the mountain overlooking the valley towards Londa. The garden is well fenced so no problem letting our dog out to enjoy it, and was lovely to sit out in either sun or shade to read and enjoy the views over the mountains. The surrounding area also provided ample opportunity to walk out. A car is required, and we were happy to drive into Florence, using one of the underground car parks on the edge of the town centre and walk in. We also visited Pisa, Lucca and the nearby beach on a day out. Required an early start but was well worth it. The pool is a short walk through the olive groves a little way down the valley and is shared with a few other properties in the area. It is in a well maintained area with ample sunbeds and shades. Adrianna is very welcoming and a lovely host, thanks very much for the use of the property, we had a great time.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anne d.

Paradisiaque
Nous avons passé un séjour merveilleux dans un cadre paradisiaque loin du bruit des villes et dans la fraîcheur. Adriana est aux petits soins: nous devions aller à la clinique pour une prise de sang, elle a pris contact et nous a expliqué comment procéder. Il faut une heure de route pour arriver à Florence. C'est la 2ème fois que nous venons. Oui, nous sommes éloignés de tout ce qui est touristique et l'accès au gîte est un peu difficile. Mais, ce gîte est de toute beauté et de tout confort et on y dort bien: les nuits y sont fraîches. Merci Adriana!

About the host

Hosted by Adriana

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I was born in Florence and grew up in Florence . As a child I spent my summers with my sisters in Londa by our grandparents' villa and in the family farm. In 1964 I was an exchange student in the USA where I got my highschool graduation. I was a researcher in Plant Phiysiology at the University of Florence and retired years ago,. Once retired I decided to rent out Torre della Musica, the house I inherited from my mother. I have a son and a doughter and a very nice grand-daughter

What makes this property unique

The living room of the tower of Music was originally a watchtower ( XIII centutry), it keeps its original mood, infact it has its original stone walls , stone floor and fireplace, the other rooms of the villa were added in the 17th century

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English, Italian

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