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Villa on the Tuscan hills near Florence

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Pool
Aerial view
Pool
Property grounds
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
Castelfranco Piandiscò, Toscana
  • Popular LocationFranciscan Monastery of St. Francis11 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Mall Luxury Outlet17 min drive
  • Popular LocationCroce del Pratomagno39 min drive
  • AirportFlorence (FLR-Peretola)57 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Villa on the Tuscan hills near Florence

The villa is located in the municipality of Castelfranco di sopra 15 minutes from the A1 exit of Incisa Valdarno located in the center of a property of about 5 hectares cultivated with olive trees and surrounded by woods: it is the ideal place to spend days immersed in the quiet, close contact with nature.
The apartment in the villa, on the first floor, is independent and consists of two double bedrooms, a single bedroom with the possibility of adding an extra bed, a living room, a kitchen, two bathrooms and a large covered terrace.
The remaining portion of the villa is inhabited by the owners 4/5 days a week, for the necessary maintenance of the garden and swimming pool and always available for any need.
The property is surrounded by a large fenced garden with internal parking, on the ground floor a games room with a game table, billiards and table tennis, outside a barbecue located on the edge of a swimming pool for the exclusive use of m. 12x6, is equipped with free wifi and satellite TV. During the summer, at night the temperatures remain low as the property is located around 350 m away. above sea level.
Recently renovated, the house maintains the characteristics of the Tuscan countryside with terracotta floors, wooden window frames and wrought iron beds while maintaining a modern appearance in the kitchen and bathrooms.
The kitchen is equipped (fridge, oven, dishwasher, various utensils, etc.) and the equipment allows you to organize lunches and dinners.
The weekly rental includes the supply of all linen, both for the bedrooms and for the bathrooms and with bathrobes for the swimming pool.
The location is ideal for those who love the comforts of the Tuscan countryside but want to visit the cities of art: Florence and Arezzo can be easily reached in less than an hour both by car and by train from Figline Valdarno while Siena is an hour's drive away .
In the surroundings some Romanesque churches can be visited.
For daily shopping, in addition to the characteristic shops in the neighboring countries, 2/3 km, just 7 minutes by car, there is a large Coop hypermarket.

Property manager

Valter
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Languages

Italian
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Si puo fumare negli spazi esterni.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Castelfranco di Sopra

Located in Castelfranco Piandisco, this villa is in a rural area. La Salceta Winery and Le Miccine are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit The Mall Luxury Outlet and Fashion Groove. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Castelfranco Piandiscò, Toscana

What's nearby

  • Franciscan Monastery of St. Francis - 11 min drive
  • The Mall Luxury Outlet - 17 min drive
  • Fashion Groove - 18 min drive
  • Abbazia di Vallombrosa - 21 min drive
  • Croce del Pratomagno - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • San Giovanni Valdarno Station - 16 min drive
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar New California - 3 min drive
  • La posta del poeta - 7 min drive
  • Bar Gelateria Turismo - 3 min drive
  • Mr. Jack's Bar - 3 min drive
  • Caffè Bude Pizzeria - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa on the Tuscan hills near Florence have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa on the Tuscan hills near Florence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charlie H., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place for a family holiday
Valter and his wife are kind and welcoming hosts. The apartment was well laid out and had everything we wanted. The garden was very well kept with a big pool which we spent lots of time in. Great location close to Florence and within an easy drive of Siena, with lovely local restaurants and shops within a short drive. The road by the house can be a bit busy / noisy, but that didn’t detract from an excellent holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and comfortable
We stayed for one week in august with 2 teenage children who greatly enjoyed the pool, pool table and ping pong. The kitchen was well-equipped and the rooms were cool and shady - despite the heat. We enjoyed dining on the first floor terrace - although be warned to bring plenty of mosquito repellent as there are lots around. The pool and gardens are beautifully kept and very peaceful to unwind after a day put exploring. The villa is located conveniently for day trips to the main sights of Tuscany, and there is a large supermarket 15 mins drive away as well as smaller shops in the nearby villages. We enjoyed some lovely meals out in neighbouring villages and towns. Valter and just wife Patrizia we’re very welcoming and helpful - thank you for a delightful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Albertus v., Woking, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One week in Toscanna
The accommodation and location are superb. The house is spacious, with lots of outside areas (veranda top and ground floor), separate games room and an amazing pool. Our hosts (Valter and Patricia) were amazing. Would definitely return if we decide to holiday in Tuscany again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Lovely view and beautiful pools and gardens
We have just arrived back from a 2 week stay in Italy, 1 of the weeks we spent in this fantastic villa. The owner Valter and his wife were so warm and friendly and the welcome gifts they gave us on arrival were a very thoughtful touch. They live in the downstairs of the villa and whilst they were there most of the time they did not intrude on our holiday at all. The gardens are beautifully kept with comfortable patio areas, a games room and of course that wonderful pool! With temperatures reaching 40+ during our stay the large pool was a godsend and I don't know how we would've managed without it. The villa itself is extremely well equipped, we wanted for nothing (apart from air conditioning during the unusually high temperatures) and the large veranda was ideal for relaxing in the shade and for eating our meals. We would highly recommend this villa, so relaxing in a beautiful setting.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Claire M., Skipton, North Yorkshire, UK.

Wonderful, peaceful & beautiful
Just home from two wonderful weeks at Villa Barbalena...missing it already! The property is in a lovely rural setting & is perfectly located to explore Tuscany (eg. Pisa 1.5hrs away, Florence 45mins & Siena 1hr). Exploring the little hilltop towns such as San Gimignano & Cortona were a particular highlight. Lucca is also definitely worth a visit! The property itself is fabulous, with pretty much everything you could ask for, including hairdryers, a dishwasher & a huge fridge to keep all your drinks cold :) there is no kettle though, just a metal jug that you heat on the stove (but we really didn't see it as a problem & it was usually too hot to want a warm drink, but may have been useful when cooking). The villa was comfortable & of an extremely high standard. The pool was amazing & a late afternoon dip was perfect after a long hot day of exploration! No shade when you're in the pool, so being fair-skinned like me meant early morning or late afternoon was the perfect time to swim without getting frazzled! There's a little patio area with sunbeds & seating on the ground floor near the pool where you get a nice breeze...it's sooo relaxing there! The owners were very nice & helpful too, we had some unexpected welcome gifts on arrival which was a lovely touch. The only slight downside to our holiday were all the mosquitos/bitey bugs, i've been badly bitten non-stop despite using bug repellant. But that is not the property or the owners fault & would not put me off going back...I'd just make sure i had the best repellant i could get! Overall i cannot fault Villa Barbalena, we had a wonderful 2 weeks & wish it had lasted longer. I would definitely recommend & would love to go back in the future.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

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