Holiday Farmhouse with Swimming Pool in Florence

San Donato in Poggio - RIF. S85

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

This holiday home in Tuscany is at 1 km from the medieval village of San Donato in Poggio, in the heart of Chianti Classico, famous for its wonderfully preserved castle, towers and churches. The holiday accommodations consist of a group of charming Tuscan villas divided up into flats on a hill surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and oak trees and with a breathtaking view over the Chianti hills and the Natural Park of the Pesa River. The estate extends itself in a 10000 sqm park with tennis court, swimming pool (size 15x8 m, open May-Oct), solarium, veranda and night-time illumination.
The self-catering apartments come in various sizes, each with an independent entrance and terrace or equipped garden, and are elegantly furnished and provided with heating and modern comforts, internet Wi fi and Sat tv. Located between Florence (30km) and Siena (38km), these holiday apartments in Chianti are absolutely peaceful and relaxing, and exemplifies the typical Tuscan retreat which offers both a withdrawn or an active holiday. It’s worth a visit to San Gimignano 25km and Certaldo 27km, easy to reach. At guest’s disposal Wi-Fi internet connection which covers all the ground, Tennis court, washing machine, barbecue. 
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Borselli - RIF. S153

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

Tucked away in the Florentine hills just 28 km from the cultural centre of Florence, home to the renowned Medici family and birthplace of Renaissance art, this wonderful holiday home in Chianti is the perfect hideaway. The unique setting overlooking the most picturesque stretch of the Pomino and Rufina wine route is a splendid area for nature lovers, walkers and historians alike and for those in search of culture; the beautiful medieval cities of Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, Lucca and Arezzo are within easy reach. Florence is only 30 Km distant.
Descending down a winding tree-lined lane you will be pleasantly surprised to find this charming 15th century rambling stone farmhouse, perched majestically above 20 acres of chestnut woods and olive groves, its beauty further enhanced by layers of stone terracing and our vine-covered pergola gives a shady retreat for outdoor dining. We offer a selection of self-catering apartments for 2 to 6 people within the farmhouse, lovingly restored in keeping with local traditions.
After lazy days relaxing by the swimming pool (13x6m, open May-Oct)or in the secluded gardens, take time out to explore the surrounding countryside, on foot or for the more adventurous on horseback or mountain bike. Enjoy an aperitif in the cool of “La Limonaia” or just soak up the atmosphere of our very own olive press where local olive oil, wine and other products are available or for those cooler evenings curl up with a good book and the inevitable glass o 
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Greve in Chianti - RIF. S101

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

This holiday home in Chianti is hidden in the green shades of the olive groves and vineyards of the hills, at just a few km from Greve in Chianti (15km), the heart of the wine production. The villa is a typical Tuscan 17th-century manor house, totally renovated, which hosts 3 comfortable apartments, elegantly furnished, whereas other 2 spacious apartments are in an outbuilding. The estate is surrounded by a beautiful, quiet garden with a swimming pool (10x5, open from May to Oct).
Restaurant on site, only for the manor’s clients, where one can enjoy typical Tuscan dishes made by the owner during the week-ends and a pizza dinner during the week. Also at client’s disposal internet Wi Fi connection in common areas, a laundry room, and barbecue.
These holiday apartments in Tuscany are in an ideal location for all those seeking peace and quiet but also a perfect point of departure for visiting the beautiful attractions of the Chianti region as well as most Tuscan art centres such as Florence 20 km, Siena 55 km, San Gimignano, Arezzo, Montepulciano and Montalcino. Pets accepted. Nearest shops, supermarket, post office, restaurants, in San Polo village at ca. 3,2 km of distance (unpaved road).
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Montaione - RIF. S227

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

These holiday apartments in Chianti are located near the medieval village of Montaione, right within the heart of the Tuscan triangle created by Florence, Pisa and Siena. This lovely 13th century farm estate has been restored maintaining the traditional Tuscan characteristics with terracotta tile flooring and pietra serena staircases. The accommodations consist in three buildings with a total of 8 comfortable apartments, each with independent entrance and private outdoor area. Surrounded by olive trees, oleanders and a hedge of cypresses is the swimming pool (18x9m, open May-Oct) equipped with deckchairs and garden parasols. An Italian breakfast, included in the price, is offered in the small building opposite the swimming pool). With a wood-burning oven, cloakrooms and a small library, this common area is also used for wine tasting on request. Additional amenities are a combination playground structure for children, a table tennis table, a tennis court, illuminated for also night games, and a bocce court, as well as a washing machine, barbecue and Internet connection available by the swimming pool.
Surrounded by olive groves and vineyards, these holiday homes in Tuscany are in an ideal position for visiting the most important art centres of Tuscany. Distances: Florence, Pisa and Siena (all at 50-55 km), San Gimignano at only 19 km, Certaldo 17km, Volterra 29 km. Lucca is 60 km away. Nearest shops and restaurants in Montaione at 3km. 
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Iano - RIF. S24

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

This holiday home in Chianti is in a estate producing olive oil located in the heart of Tuscany, at just a few km from Volterra (20Km) and San Gimignano (19km). The farmhouse has been totally renovated in respect of the modern country style with elegant furnishings. The accommodation consists of 4 spacious self-catering apartments, very comfortable and bright; two are on the ground floor with private patio/veranda and two are on the first floor with private terrace. All flats are furnished in very good taste and can accommodate up to a total of 24 people. A swimming pool (16x8m, open Apr-Oct) surrounded by olive trees is available for guests. Pets welcome.
The area around the farmhouse is full of historic and cultural sites as well as beautiful landscapes represented during the centuries by famous painters. There are also various good restaurants were to relish the typical Tuscan dishes. Many art centres are at approximately 50 km, such as Florence, Pisa and Siena. These apartments for rent in Tuscany are in the perfect location for a comfortable and relaxing vacation in an elegant flat with the possibility of occasional excursions 
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Montaione - RIF. S47

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

This beautiful holiday accommodation in Chianti is located near the medieval village of Montaione, in the heart of Tuscany, right between Florence, Pisa and Siena (all at 50-55 km), at only 19 km from San Gimignano, 17km from Certaldo and 29 km from Volterra. Lucca is 60 km away. This lovely farm, originally dating back to 1861, but restored during the years, consists of a Tuscan style villa and other 3 independent buildings. The apartments (mostly on the ground floor, but some of them on the first floor) have all a private terrace or sitting area, and are very comfortable and have been wisely renovated in respect of environment and of clients’ needs.
Also available to guests are a large veranda, with a beautiful view, a wood-burning oven and a fireplace, where one can spend pleasant hours, and two swimming pools (one for adults 18x9m and one for children 6x3m, open Apr-Oct) with a spacious solarium furnished with deck chairs, sun beds and beach umbrellas. The farmhouse is surrounded by a marvellous park full of pine trees and cypresses, where birds sing all day long. It is also possible to meet pheasants and wild ducks while walking around the estate as well as the two graceful swans that inhabit a lake nearby. Pets are welcome. Also available to guests: Internet Wi-Fi connection, children playground, breakfast room and washing machine. Nearest shops and restaurants in Montaione at 3 km. 
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Rignano sull'Arno - RIF. S51

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

Surrounded by the Chianti countryside, southeast of Florence, these holiday homes in Tuscany were originally built in the 18th century as a hermitage and place of prayer. This beautiful stone holiday farmhouse and other proprieties were later bought by Baron Sonnino and converted into the Casolari farmstead. Bought by the present owner in 1975 the buildings were restored into a villa, a cozy self-catering apartment below the villa and a lovely barn that is an independent house from the villa. Each accommodation has its own private entrance and terrace. The whole structure can comfortably accommodate 13 people and a small swimming pool (8x5m, open May-Sept) with a wonderful view is also available. The farmhouse is surrounded by olive groves, vineyards and a private lawn, in perfect isolation far from the madding crowd, and from the terraces one can also enjoy a breathtaking view over the Arno valley and the famous forest of Vallombrosa. These accommodations in Chianti are in a perfect position for visiting the famous art centres of Florence (30 km), Arezzo (60km), Siena and Pisa.
Nearest shops and restaurants: 2 km in Rosano village.
At guest’s disposal internet wi fi connection, washing machine, bycicles, cooking class (on req) 
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Montaione - RIF. S18

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

Sheltered in the middle of a valley of vineyards and olive groves, from which high quality olive oil and wine is made, these holiday homes are situated in a very quiet area, far from the noises of the towns and surrounded by an uncontaminated countryside.
This residence is composed by 2 houses, and it has 14 self-catering apartments, comfortably furnished in the Tuscan style.
This child friendly farmhouse is surrounded by a large park full of flowers and with green lawns where a gazebo offers shelters for meals.
Available is also a swimming pool (12x6 mt, from 110 to 220 cm deep) and a children swimming pool (6x4 mt, 60 cm deep), both open from Easter to middle October, set in a location with a breath-taking view, a laundry room, a large meeting room, barbecue, table tennis, bowls and children playground. Internet wi fi in the common area at the reception.
In the heart of Tuscany, this accommodation is in an ideal position for visiting art centres such as Florence and Pisa (50 km), San Gimignano (20 km), Volterra (30 km) and Siena (55 km). Nearest shops in Montaione at 4 km. A restaurant and a tennis court are only 1 km away. 
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Londa - RIF. S74

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Mugello   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

Built in the 1600s by a noble Florentine family as a holiday home, this large villa with pool in Tuscany is located in Northern Tuscany at 750 m above sea level with a breathtaking view over the valley of Mugello and overlooked by Mount Falterona. Florence is 45 km away and the nearest shops and supermarket are in Londa at 7 km. This area has been for centuries the rural expansion of Florence, influenced by its history and by the House of Medici who, originally came from here and had many palaces and villas built, among which the Villa of Cafaggiolo where Lorenzo il Magnifico often sought refuge from the political worries of Renaissance Florence.
The villa and the two farmhouses for rent have been totally renovated into 5 self-catering apartments for rent. The structure can accommodate up to 17 guests and has a swimming pool, a barbecue and a washing machine. A relaxing setting surrounded by woods of oak and chestnut trees, perfect for a restful holiday, far from the madding crowd.
internet wi fi available in the apartments up to the swimming pool area.
 
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Montespertoli - RIF. S82

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

This holiday home in Chianti dominates a beautiful landscape of vineyards, olive groves, cornfields and cypress forests typical of Tuscany and especially the Florentine hillsides of Montespertoli.
The 15th-century farmhouse covers a property of 500 hectares and produces 6 different varieties of wine as well as extra-virgin olive oil, sunflower and wheat. For this reason this holiday accommodation for rent concentrates all in one the characteristics of the Tuscan countryside, offering an ideal situation for a totally relaxing holiday.
This holiday farmstead consists of 16 self-catering apartments distributed in several old barns and restored cottages. 2 flats are in the farmhouse next to the swimming pool (14x7, open May-Oct), 10 are in a tiny hamlet, near the restaurant, at 500 meters from the swimming pool. Other 4 apartments are in another farmhouse at 200 meters from the restaurant and swimming pool. The apartments are finely furnished with particular care to guests’comfort.
The farmhouse organizes wine tasting tours as well as a visit to the cellar. Pets are welcome. On the estate guests will also find a small vintage car museum. The beautiful Tuscan countryside surrounding the farm was chosen by the Taviani brothers to shoot their movie “The Night of the Shooting Stars”.
The location of these holiday apartments in Tuscany is perfect also for visiting most of the art centres such as Florence, Pisa, Lucca, Siena, San Gimignano and Volterra. At guest’s  
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