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Villa La Dogana. Elegant castle in Barberino, Florence
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10 out of 10
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11 bedrooms 7+ bathrooms Sleeps 26 600 sq m
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Barberino di Mugello, Tuscany
- Place, Barberino Designer Outlet13 min drive
- Place, Cimitero Militare Germanico Della Futa17 min drive
- Place, Mugello Circuit34 min drive
- Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)30 min drive
Rooms & beds
11 bedrooms (sleeps 26)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed and 1 Crib
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds and 1 Crib
Bedroom 5
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 6
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 7
2 Double Beds
Bedroom 8
2 Double Beds
Bedroom 9
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 12
2 Single Beds
7 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bidet · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet
Bathroom 4
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet
Bathroom 4
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 5
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet
Bathroom 7
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet
Toilet 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Villa La Dogana. Elegant castle in Barberino, Florence
Villa La Dogana, our family’s country home, is a charming little castle built in the 19th century on the border of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany. The villa comfortably accommodates 22+4 guests, with 10 spacious double bedrooms (two of which feature two queen-size beds each) plus an additional bedroom in the tower with a queen-size bed. There are 7 bathrooms, plus 1 separate toilet. The kitchen is fully equipped with double ovens, dishwashers, refrigerators, and more.
Guests will have exclusive access to the swimming pool (approx. 8x17 meters), complete with sunbeds and a shaded pergola. The villa overlooks a large lawn and a valley that gently slopes towards Lake Bilancino in the distance.
A 6-meter table under a gazebo on the main lawn is perfect for enjoying meals together al fresco. Next to the lawn, you'll find a large circular stone BBQ. The garden and pool are lit in the evening, creating a beautiful atmosphere.
For outdoor activities, we offer lawn games such as volleyball, football, cricket, and table tennis, with plans for more.
With advance notice, we can arrange home-cooked meals in traditional Tuscan style for your arrival day or anytime during your stay, whether for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Housekeeping assistance is also available upon request.
Villa La Dogana is located near Barberino di Mugello, where you’ll find all the amenities you need, including supermarkets and a large designer outlet featuring famous brands. The villa is less than an hour from Florence, accessible via highway or scenic country roads, and it’s also conveniently located near the Florence and Bologna airports.
Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you need any further information. I’ll be happy to assist.
Best regards,
Donata
Guests will have exclusive access to the swimming pool (approx. 8x17 meters), complete with sunbeds and a shaded pergola. The villa overlooks a large lawn and a valley that gently slopes towards Lake Bilancino in the distance.
A 6-meter table under a gazebo on the main lawn is perfect for enjoying meals together al fresco. Next to the lawn, you'll find a large circular stone BBQ. The garden and pool are lit in the evening, creating a beautiful atmosphere.
For outdoor activities, we offer lawn games such as volleyball, football, cricket, and table tennis, with plans for more.
With advance notice, we can arrange home-cooked meals in traditional Tuscan style for your arrival day or anytime during your stay, whether for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Housekeeping assistance is also available upon request.
Villa La Dogana is located near Barberino di Mugello, where you’ll find all the amenities you need, including supermarkets and a large designer outlet featuring famous brands. The villa is less than an hour from Florence, accessible via highway or scenic country roads, and it’s also conveniently located near the Florence and Bologna airports.
Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you need any further information. I’ll be happy to assist.
Best regards,
Donata
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 6:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 8:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Each child always has to be carefully controlled b
Events
Events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Animals are allowed under the responsibility of th
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please do not smoke in bedrooms
Important information
You need to know
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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number IT048017C2FTPY4J2R
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
Barberino di Mugello
Located in Barberino di Mugello, this villa is in a rural area. Rocchetta Mattei and Fortezza da Basso are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Barberino Designer Outlet and I Gigli Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mugello Circuit or Visarno Arena. Sailing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting, mountain biking and ecotours nearby.

Barberino di Mugello, Tuscany
What's nearby
- Barberino Designer Outlet - 13 min drive - 13.2 km
- Lake Bilancino - 16 min drive - 16.0 km
- Cimitero Militare Germanico Della Futa - 17 min drive - 17.7 km
- Mugello Circuit - 34 min drive - 32.1 km
- Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 40 min drive - 50.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Area di Servizio Aglio Est - 26 min drive
- MyChef - 26 min drive
- Bar pasticceria Martinucci - 18 min drive
- Osteria Del Cavallino Bianco - 18 min drive
- Il Gatto e la Volpe - 18 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Donata

I am an architect since 2000, graduated in Florence but I love to travel and discover the world.
Villa La Dogana is in my family for generations, and all of us have experienced some great moments and continue to love the place.
The affection and dedication to the villa and the entire property that surrounds it (1000 hectares) brings all of us to have the care and attention that La Dogana deserves, maintaining and renewing its characteristic warmth, ease and fun.
Villa La Dogana is in my family for generations, and all of us have experienced some great moments and continue to love the place.
The affection and dedication to the villa and the entire property that surrounds it (1000 hectares) brings all of us to have the care and attention that La Dogana deserves, maintaining and renewing its characteristic warmth, ease and fun.
Why they chose this property
I live in Florence but we have many guests who like to spend some time at Villa La Dogana, with or without us. Many consider this place a paradise. This is the reason why I decided to start renting the when we don't live it. Above all it gives us great pride to see customer satisfaction.
It's also a great way to meet lovely new people.
It's also a great way to meet lovely new people.
What makes this property unique
We love to keep the villa to a high standard.
In the quiet season we work a lot around the villa, making it every year more comfortable for us and for our guests.
We pay careful attention to details, cleanliness but also efficiency of the whole house.
We believe that the holiday is rest but also fun.
The large swimming pool with elegant sun loungers, cushions on the lawn, pergolas and bersot, the 10 comfortable rooms, the suites in the tower and large beds combine to promote relax. The large and super equipped kitchen, fireplaces and barbeque for cooking enthusiasts, along with football goals, a volleyball net, walks and sightings of deer for the sport are all a good start for a great stay and fun for all ages.
Villa la Dogana is situated at a height of about 650m above sea level: this privileged altitude allows to enjoy a mild climate in the summer, very much cooler than the nearby Florence. This is the reason why we have no air conditioning: usually just need to open the windows and enjoy the cool breeze of this peaceful countryside.
In the quiet season we work a lot around the villa, making it every year more comfortable for us and for our guests.
We pay careful attention to details, cleanliness but also efficiency of the whole house.
We believe that the holiday is rest but also fun.
The large swimming pool with elegant sun loungers, cushions on the lawn, pergolas and bersot, the 10 comfortable rooms, the suites in the tower and large beds combine to promote relax. The large and super equipped kitchen, fireplaces and barbeque for cooking enthusiasts, along with football goals, a volleyball net, walks and sightings of deer for the sport are all a good start for a great stay and fun for all ages.
Villa la Dogana is situated at a height of about 650m above sea level: this privileged altitude allows to enjoy a mild climate in the summer, very much cooler than the nearby Florence. This is the reason why we have no air conditioning: usually just need to open the windows and enjoy the cool breeze of this peaceful countryside.
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