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Casa Arco: Charming Cottage With Shared Pool And Valley Views near Florence
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8.6 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2 50 sq m
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Explore the area
Londa, Tuscany
- Castello di Nipozzano32 min drive
- The Mall Luxury Outlet39 min drive
- Abbazia di Vallombrosa41 min drive
- Florence (FLR-Peretola)58 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Casa Arco: Charming Cottage With Shared Pool And Valley Views near Florence
Just 40 minutes from Florence you find our 15th century buildings, Arco and La Cantina di Bacco, both belonging to a historical farming estate , officially certified for being very ancient by the Chamber of Commerce of Florence . As a matter of fact the "Fattoria" is in the hands of the same family since 1645. The two ancient little buildings are part of a hamlet nestled on a hilltop above Londa, a quaint little village 15 minutes drive away in the Chianti Rufina region. From their idyllic, secluded position one can enjoy the view of the Sieve valley and the Mugello woodland which well deserves the name of the" green heart of Tuscany". La Cantina , an old haybarn, and Arco, a former oil-mill have been restored using typical materials such as terracotta floors and chestnut exposed beams .The original stone floors at Arco have all been carefully preserved. The location is ideal for day trips to the many historical Tuscan cities and to the coast or just for a relaxing holiday in a peaceful unspoiled setting among olive groves . If you choose to come with friends or family our houses are a perfect solution: close but quite independent and private with their own private gardens, shady and sunny spots and beautiful views. The houses are furnished with antique and local furniture which complete their rustic charm.
Downstairs: living-room with sofa and armchair in front of the fireplace, table and chairs.
Kitchen units hidden in a wardrobe: 4 gas hob, oven and fridge. Toaster, kettle and Italian express coffee maker. The room has two door-windows which lead to two different garden areas. one on the eastern and one on the western side of the house, so that s always a shaded and a sunny area
Satellite tv, Portable barbecue.
Upstairs: large double bedroom with desk and chest of drawers. En-suite bathroom with shower, basin and washing machine. Walk-in closet. A folding bed could be added for a child but not suitable for toddlers because the stairs can be a bit dangerous.
Central heating. Free internet only in the pool area
The Mugello race course is just 40 minutes away
Valdisieve and its rolling hills is especially famous for its wine: the Chianti Rufina, which you can taste in the numerous wine farms along the Strada del Vino Chianti Rufina e Pomino and to which a museum, Il Museo del Vino , is dedicated in Rufina (at La Villa di Poggio Reale).
All the area is well-known for its good choice of restaurants, for its delicatessens and for its extra-virgin oil . We are oil producers and boast one of the finest qualities of oil in the region. We also make wine and wine a giuded tour of our vineyards is regularly organized in the high season for a number of six guests or more
Last but not least, if you come at the end of the summer you ll be able to taste an excellent quality of peach " La Pesca Regina di Londa" . To this quality Londa dedicates a festival in the second week of September.
Central heating. Free internet in the pool area
The other villa on the property, Cantina di Bacco, can be found on the following link:
https://www.homeaway.co.uk/p8948711?uni_id=5016667
Downstairs: living-room with sofa and armchair in front of the fireplace, table and chairs.
Kitchen units hidden in a wardrobe: 4 gas hob, oven and fridge. Toaster, kettle and Italian express coffee maker. The room has two door-windows which lead to two different garden areas. one on the eastern and one on the western side of the house, so that s always a shaded and a sunny area
Satellite tv, Portable barbecue.
Upstairs: large double bedroom with desk and chest of drawers. En-suite bathroom with shower, basin and washing machine. Walk-in closet. A folding bed could be added for a child but not suitable for toddlers because the stairs can be a bit dangerous.
Central heating. Free internet only in the pool area
The Mugello race course is just 40 minutes away
Valdisieve and its rolling hills is especially famous for its wine: the Chianti Rufina, which you can taste in the numerous wine farms along the Strada del Vino Chianti Rufina e Pomino and to which a museum, Il Museo del Vino , is dedicated in Rufina (at La Villa di Poggio Reale).
All the area is well-known for its good choice of restaurants, for its delicatessens and for its extra-virgin oil . We are oil producers and boast one of the finest qualities of oil in the region. We also make wine and wine a giuded tour of our vineyards is regularly organized in the high season for a number of six guests or more
Last but not least, if you come at the end of the summer you ll be able to taste an excellent quality of peach " La Pesca Regina di Londa" . To this quality Londa dedicates a festival in the second week of September.
Central heating. Free internet in the pool area
The other villa on the property, Cantina di Bacco, can be found on the following link:
https://www.homeaway.co.uk/p8948711?uni_id=5016667
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
One child can sleep in a folding bed on request
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Not in the pool area . Only one pet
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only
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 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 deadlock
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
Londa
Located in Londa, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Mulino a Vento - Fattoria Lavacchio and Giotto's House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Dreolino Winery and Castello di Nipozzano. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and cycling.
Londa, Tuscany
What's nearby
- Castello di Nipozzano - 32 min drive - 24.5 km
- The Mall Luxury Outlet - 39 min drive - 34.1 km
- Abbazia di Vallombrosa - 41 min drive - 33.7 km
- Uffizi Gallery - 49 min drive - 44.2 km
- Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 50 min drive - 44.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Caffè' Grandangolo - 17 min drive
- Chalet Il Valico - 36 min drive
- Il Geko - 17 min drive
- Caffetteria il Portico - 17 min drive
- Ristorante da Sergio - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Paola

The owner is my sister Paola.My name is Maria Luisa and i' in charge of thebookings, but my sister will be the one to give you a warm welcome when you get here W've been spending a great part of our lives in this area of Tuscany, which we know very well.The cottages which we offer for rent are part of a country estate which belonged to our mother's family. Since we inherited the property we've been spending time and money to restore them and decided to rent them out in order to maintain them in good shape and pass them to our children and grandchildren in the future.
You can Always refer to me , because I know the property very wel and live near itI love this job. It gives me the opportunity of meeting new people who sometimes become good friends and like visiting us year after year.
You can Always refer to me , because I know the property very wel and live near itI love this job. It gives me the opportunity of meeting new people who sometimes become good friends and like visiting us year after year.
What makes this property unique
The farming area around the coottages , mainly olive groves, gives the landscape a typical Tuscan appeal. We have always farmed organically without using any kind of chemicals and therefore the air is pure healthy and filled with the natural fragances of the original plants grown in our gardens, Scents of lavender rosmary and wild roses will welcome you on arrival. The views are fantastic , being the cottages set on top of a hill 450 mts on sea level.
Languages:
English, German, Italian
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