Description in a nutshell for BELLA, a villa rental near Florence, Tuscany:
This majestic Tuscan villa rental is the perfect introduction to the enthralling history of Italy, its origins go back to the late 1500’s and has been part of the present owner’s family patrimony since the 1800’s. Though complete with modern amenities and private swimming pool, it definitely recalls the lifestyle of a time not long past. The villa is set on two floors, and offers a unique and intricate floor plan. The main entrance opens to a large living room and connecting study/TV room. This floor of the villa rental houses the master bedroom and bathroom suite. This floor also houses a formal dining room, a formal breakfast room and guest bathroom. The stairs take you to the second floor and three more bedrooms and two bathrooms. To the left of the bedrooms is a hallway that leads you to the modern kitchen and a second less formal dining room as well as direct access to the outdoor garden. Through a connecting external hallway you will find a separate bedroom and bathroom for three persons. The villa is nestled into a hillside creating a unique garden plan with several panoramic terraces overlooking the Chianti hillside populated with churches and castles.
Key Characteristics of the rental property:
Historic structure with interiors that include beautiful mix of antiques and comfort, silence and relax including several trails for walking and exploring the area, close to Florence, Chianti and several restaurants
- No. of Floors: 2
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Formal Dining Room formal, informal and a breakfast room
- Living room with fireplace
- Sitting Room /TV room with fireplace
- Bedroom (Double) 2
- Bedroom (Triple) 3
- Bath with Shower 1
- Bath with Shower and Tub 3
- Guest Bath (WC & Sink only) 1
- Panoramic
- Covered Terrace
- Historic Home from the 1500's
- Private Pool
- Dirt Road
- SAT TV (programs in original language)
- Dishwasher
- Clotheswasher
- Microwave
- DVD with wide selection of films
- Stereo with CD Player
- Refrigerator with Freezer
- Stove with oven
- Maid service included upon request
- On-Line with Discover Tuscany Villas since Nov 2009
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This historic Tuscan family home rental
creates a unique and relaxing environment for your Tuscany rental villa. The owner has furnished the house with many modern amenities yet has let the sense of history and Tuscan-ness evident all throughout the vacation rental. The main entrance of the villa is a lovely courtyard with ceramic ornaments on the walls from the 1600’s, it is filled with fresh green plants and makes a delightful corner for breakfast or simply reading your favorite book. Up the steps the front door opens to the typical large rooms, with wooden ceilings – accenting the space and character of the living room. The views are stupendous and capture your attention and imagination – especially overlooking the castle across the yard built in the early 1200’s. Connecting to the living room is a TV room / library where you will find much to fill those empty moments while relaxing at home. This room has a large screen satellite TV which receives programs in original language as well as several DVD’s for your use.
The Tuscan vacation villa
has two dining areas on this floor, the smaller of which can be used as a formal breakfast room and the larger is an elegant dining room. There is a dumb waiter where you can send prepared meals from the kitchen above down toasty warm. These dining areas in the rental villa both gather light from the large windows and create a one of a kind atmosphere, with special touches including the Murano chandelier and the large mirrors and antique hutches. There is a connecting door to the separate suite which will accommodate three persons with an en suite bathroom.
The master bedroom of this Tuscan rental
is located on the first floor, following the typical design of Tuscan nobility and is furnished with several stunning pieces. The bedroom has a connecting bathroom suite and dressing room. The entire rental villa is a warm and enchanting window to a style of living that is present only behind doors – the warmth and majestic presence in each room reminds you of the glory of the late 1800 – early 1900’s of Tuscany.
The second floor of this Florence villa rental
houses two huge bedrooms where families of four can sleep and still have room left over. The first bedroom has three French singles (a single and a half) and a view over the valley below as well as two castles and a monastery which are illuminated at night. This bedroom has a connecting door with a second bedroom, just as large and spacious. There is a living room suite, a canopy bed and a French single in this bedroom. The spaciousness and luminousness nature of this room makes it ideal for families and or children. This bedroom has an en suite bathroom with shower.
Key word to describe this Tuscan vacation home is spacious
There is a third double bedroom on this floor with a window overlooking the villa rentals lush and extensive private gardens. This room shares a bathroom in the hall directly in front of it, with a shower and a tub. The position of the villa rental allows for lots of natural light and the possibility to catch those cool fresh breezes in the evenings. The owner provides fans for each room for the hotter months.
The kitchen in this Florence vacation home
The kitchen and informal dining area are located on the second floor, with direct access to the surrounding garden and terrace areas. There are several areas around the villa which are perfect for outdoor meals – allowing for different views and relax. Directly outside the kitchen area is an area covered by a large umbrella surrounded by antique olive trees, and right around the corner is a covered terrace with a breath taking view of the valley and Tuscany.
The lush green garden at the Tuscan villa rental
is filled with hidden niches where children can play safely, since the entire property is fenced in. There are tables, chairs and located throughout the garden, just find the view that suits you best and relax in absolute silence – only the sound of the occasional farmer checking the olive groves below or the vineyard next store will accompany you into a delicious nap. The pool at this vacation rental is located approximately 60 meters from the villa and has a shower and a private bathroom – as well as a refrigerator to keep fresh drinks and snacks. There is a large sunning terrace which gathers sun all day long – with chaise lounges, umbrellas and wonderful panoramic views.
The position of this vacation villa
is a mix of complete isolation, your closest neighbours are the fortified castle approximately 200 meters away, yet you are only 6 km from stores, restaurants and a small out door market. Florence is less than 25 km from the villa and Greve in Chianti is less than 20 km. Surrounded by major country roads, the last 3,5 km wind you through the hillsides of Tuscan to open to this incredible historic home rental.
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Location in Tuscany:Bella is located only a short distance from Florence and Greve in Chianti. Well maintained country roads. Easy access to main sites.
See below for approximate distances from major cities and airports throughout Italy and Tuscany.
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- Distance of rental from Florence Airport (km) 25
- of rental from Rome Airport (km) 260
- of rental from Pisa Airport (km) 100
- of rental from Bologna Airport (km) 125
- Distance from closest small town (km) S. Polo less than 10 km
- Distance from closest important city (km) Greve less than 15
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