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Villa il Poggio In San Casciano Val di Pesa - Tuscany
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8.0 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
About this property
Villa il Poggio In San Casciano Val di Pesa - Tuscany
Property for exclusive use
Ancient farmhouse surrounded by olive groves and terraced areas and situated inside the Castello di Bibbione estate in the Chianti area. The castle dates back to the early 11th century, whereas the stone-built houses of the hamlet date back to the early 13th century. The villa rental was purchased in 1511 by Niccolò Machiavelli and his descendants the marquis’ Rangoni Machiavelli personally tended to the recent restoration of the complex. From the house you can enjoy a stupendous view over the countryside. Bright and cosy, furnished with period pieces and ancient kilim rugs, the house is equipped with all the modern conveniences. The outdoor areas (4 ha.) and the swimming pool area (5x10)(01/05-30/09 open from 9.00am to 8.00pm) are well-kept to and equipped. The position of the house offers the possibility to organize easy excursions to Florence, Siena and Arezzo, thanks to the expressway which connects the cities and which can be reached in just a few minutes. In fact, the expressway passes through the valley below about 2 km away. On request and to be paid on the spot: cook, domestic help (extra hours), driver, baby sitter, breakfast service, guided tours, cooking lessons and health/wellness centre.
PLEASE NOTE: Check in: 3 - 7 p.m. Check out: 9 - 10 a.m. Pets are permitted upon a small extra charge per booking (they're not allowed in the swimming pool or in the breakfast room).
ACCOMMODATION: (352 m2) Gr.fl.: (independent apartment): living/dining room with 2 single divan beds, kitchenette, 1 double bedroom, 1 bathroom with shower. 1st Fl.: spacious living room with fireplace, lounge with double divan bed, kitchen (dish washer), dining room with an 8-person table, equipped loggia with table and chairs, 1 bathroom with shower (washing machine), WC. 2nd Fl.: lounge, 1 double bedroom with bathroom with bath, 1 double bedroom, 1 twin bedded room, 1 bathroom with bath.LOCATION: 5 km San Casciano Val di Pesa, 18 km Florence, 45 km Siena, 6 km horse riding, 4 km tennis court, 25 golf course, 30 km Florence airport.
Tourist tax per person/day 2.00 Euro
Refundable deposit (to be handed over on arrival) per booking by credit card 200.00 Euro
Ancient farmhouse surrounded by olive groves and terraced areas and situated inside the Castello di Bibbione estate in the Chianti area. The castle dates back to the early 11th century, whereas the stone-built houses of the hamlet date back to the early 13th century. The villa rental was purchased in 1511 by Niccolò Machiavelli and his descendants the marquis’ Rangoni Machiavelli personally tended to the recent restoration of the complex. From the house you can enjoy a stupendous view over the countryside. Bright and cosy, furnished with period pieces and ancient kilim rugs, the house is equipped with all the modern conveniences. The outdoor areas (4 ha.) and the swimming pool area (5x10)(01/05-30/09 open from 9.00am to 8.00pm) are well-kept to and equipped. The position of the house offers the possibility to organize easy excursions to Florence, Siena and Arezzo, thanks to the expressway which connects the cities and which can be reached in just a few minutes. In fact, the expressway passes through the valley below about 2 km away. On request and to be paid on the spot: cook, domestic help (extra hours), driver, baby sitter, breakfast service, guided tours, cooking lessons and health/wellness centre.
PLEASE NOTE: Check in: 3 - 7 p.m. Check out: 9 - 10 a.m. Pets are permitted upon a small extra charge per booking (they're not allowed in the swimming pool or in the breakfast room).
ACCOMMODATION: (352 m2) Gr.fl.: (independent apartment): living/dining room with 2 single divan beds, kitchenette, 1 double bedroom, 1 bathroom with shower. 1st Fl.: spacious living room with fireplace, lounge with double divan bed, kitchen (dish washer), dining room with an 8-person table, equipped loggia with table and chairs, 1 bathroom with shower (washing machine), WC. 2nd Fl.: lounge, 1 double bedroom with bathroom with bath, 1 double bedroom, 1 twin bedded room, 1 bathroom with bath.LOCATION: 5 km San Casciano Val di Pesa, 18 km Florence, 45 km Siena, 6 km horse riding, 4 km tennis court, 25 golf course, 30 km Florence airport.
Tourist tax per person/day 2.00 Euro
Refundable deposit (to be handed over on arrival) per booking by credit card 200.00 Euro
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
Property Registration Number IT048038B543KULODN
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
San Casciano in Val di Pesa
Located in San Casciano in Val di Pesa, this villa is in a rural area. Pitti Palace and Uffizi Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Ponte Vecchio. Chianti Observatory and Boboli Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.
San Casciano Val di Pesa, Fi
What's nearby
- Antinori nel Chianti Classico - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
- Uffizi Gallery - 25 min drive - 22.8 km
- Ponte Vecchio - 25 min drive - 22.8 km
- Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 27 min drive - 22.8 km
- Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 28 min drive - 26.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Bar Pasticceria Beltrami - 7 min drive
- Pontenuovo - 6 min drive
- Cantinetta Del Nonno - 8 min drive
- Villa Le Corti - 9 min drive
- Gelateria Artigiana I Pini - 8 min drive
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8.0
Very good
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