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Hilltop paradise cottage, a stone's throw from Florence..!
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9.2 out of 10
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1 bedroomSleeps 460 sq m
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Explore the area
Scandicci, Tuscany
- Ponte Vecchio23 min drive
- Uffizi Gallery23 min drive
- Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore24 min drive
- Florence (FLR-Peretola)18 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Living Room 1
2 Single Futons
Bathroom 1
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Hilltop paradise cottage, a stone's throw from Florence..!
The "La Vista" ( apartment is part of a 13th century farmhouse (with another two apartments for rental purposes: "L'Acetaia" code HAUK 8043566 (60sqmts sleeps 4) and "La Stalla" code HAUK 8584399 (40 sqmts, sleeps 2)
It is located on the 1st floor. The entrance to the apt is directly into a large livingroom/kitchen/dining-room. There are two single sofabeds in the room. There is access to a roof-terrace with beautiful views of the valley. To the left a window which gives onto the courtyard of what used to be the main building, a typical 13th centuryTuscan Villa plus a well of the same period.
At the entrance of the flat to the right there is a small corridor which leads, to a bathroom (with: basin,shower, bidet, wc) and double bedroom with a breathtaking view of the valley, forest and olive groves.
The property is set on a private hill, half a mile from the main road. It's only 8 miles from Florence, but because of it's quiet and secluded feeling, it is as though it were totally immersed in its surrounding wild nature and very far from the madding crowds..!
IT IS ESSENTIAL TO COME HERE WITH INDEPENDENT MEANS OF TRANSPORT..!
There is a private parking. A very cheap and efficient tramway is awaiting at the bottom of the hill ! The car can be parked , free of charge ("Villa Costanza" terminal), it reaches the other terminal (Stazione di S.Maria Novella) in about 20 mins). So you don't need to worry about paying expensive parking charges !
There is a very practical "EUROSPIN" supermarket only 30 yards from the Power Station on the main road (Via Pisana) from Via delle Fonti direction > Lastra a Signa on your left (4,5km / 5 prop.)
The location is close to all the important double carriageways leading up to all the main towns and places of interest in Tuscany (10 mins). These however, can not be seen or heard from the property.
N.B.: our dirt track road is only in part a private road of ours, so, at times, not always in a perfect state of upkeep, we therefore advise that it is not suitable for low slung sports cars..!
It is located on the 1st floor. The entrance to the apt is directly into a large livingroom/kitchen/dining-room. There are two single sofabeds in the room. There is access to a roof-terrace with beautiful views of the valley. To the left a window which gives onto the courtyard of what used to be the main building, a typical 13th centuryTuscan Villa plus a well of the same period.
At the entrance of the flat to the right there is a small corridor which leads, to a bathroom (with: basin,shower, bidet, wc) and double bedroom with a breathtaking view of the valley, forest and olive groves.
The property is set on a private hill, half a mile from the main road. It's only 8 miles from Florence, but because of it's quiet and secluded feeling, it is as though it were totally immersed in its surrounding wild nature and very far from the madding crowds..!
IT IS ESSENTIAL TO COME HERE WITH INDEPENDENT MEANS OF TRANSPORT..!
There is a private parking. A very cheap and efficient tramway is awaiting at the bottom of the hill ! The car can be parked , free of charge ("Villa Costanza" terminal), it reaches the other terminal (Stazione di S.Maria Novella) in about 20 mins). So you don't need to worry about paying expensive parking charges !
There is a very practical "EUROSPIN" supermarket only 30 yards from the Power Station on the main road (Via Pisana) from Via delle Fonti direction > Lastra a Signa on your left (4,5km / 5 prop.)
The location is close to all the important double carriageways leading up to all the main towns and places of interest in Tuscany (10 mins). These however, can not be seen or heard from the property.
N.B.: our dirt track road is only in part a private road of ours, so, at times, not always in a perfect state of upkeep, we therefore advise that it is not suitable for low slung sports cars..!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
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
Property Registration Number IT048041B56S4PIF5A
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 GBP 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
Scandicci
Located in Scandicci, this apartment is in a rural area. Uffizi Gallery and Basilica of Santa Maria Novella are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Ponte Vecchio. Travelling with kids? Consider Boboli Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Visarno Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Scandicci, Tuscany
What's nearby
- Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 20 min drive - 15.4 km
- Pitti Palace - 20 min drive - 15.7 km
- Ponte Vecchio - 23 min drive - 17.8 km
- Uffizi Gallery - 23 min drive - 17.8 km
- Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 24 min drive - 18.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Chef Express - 14 min drive
- Ristorante Edy Più - 11 min drive
- Bar Castelpulci - 9 min drive
- Osteria del Leone - 9 min drive
- Pizzeria 5 Martiri - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Julian & Anna
I have been a farmer (wine and olive oil) on this family property for many years. I now own part of the farm and only produce small amounts of organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil. My wife and I enjoy hosting and meeting people from all over the world. I also work as a driver-guide in rural tourism for agencies and organise wine and cultural wine tours.
Why they chose this property
The farm was around 200 acres (80 Ha) when my parents purchased it in 1958. In 2002 I acquired my share of the property and decided to stay on in the same farmhouse with my family (wife and three daughters) and continue to cultivate olive trees, fruit trees, and other, organically, and to make part of the building available for holiday lettings.
What makes this property unique
The reason for continuing to live here is quite clear if you visit us ! There is peace, tranquillity, still a lot of wild nature, although we are just a stone's throw from the city centre (Florence). The property is set on a hill in the middle of peace and quiet. After half a mile of dirt track-road, running through a lovely oak forest, olive groves lead you to the most enchanting small group of farmhouses which formed the original estate.
What makes this place unique is the total privacy it offers, as the property is set on top of a privately owned hill. This location offers breath-taking views, in close contact with the surrounding wild life and maintaining the rustic authenticity of the buildings.
What makes this place unique is the total privacy it offers, as the property is set on top of a privately owned hill. This location offers breath-taking views, in close contact with the surrounding wild life and maintaining the rustic authenticity of the buildings.
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