In the enchanting Florentine countryside, just a few kilometres from Florence and from Fiesole, this stunning luxury villa with tower from the 13th century is being offered for rental.
This prestigious 650-sqm property consists of two elegant estates; a wonderful villa from the 19th century and a majestic stone watchtower dating back to the 13th century.
The entire property has undergone a total refurbishment including a new heated swimming pool, an exterior private stone shower, new bathrooms and interior restyling representing an eclectic look of impeccable Tuscan style.
The luxurious two-story main villa features a welcoming dual iron gated portico that leads to the foyer with historic fireplace. The large entertaining living room with bar and a grand staircase is adjacent to the dining room that overlooks the west facing gazebo large enough to accommodate a table of 8. The rear hall leads to a well-equipped kitchen, full bathroom and a rear staircase to the upper floor. The kitchen adjoins a breakfast room + home office with floor to ceiling arched glass doors leading to a forest terrace and second patio with al fresco dining area.
The grand staircase leads to the upper floor foyer, primary bedroom with a newly constructed luxurious en-suite bathroom, new designer hall bathroom, three additional bedrooms, one bedroom has a new designer en-suite bathroom. Two bedrooms open onto generous balconies host to seating areas with views of the tower, swimming pool and Tuscan hillside. Another bedroom opens onto a large stunning veranda (Loggia) equipped with lounge furniture and offering enchanting views of the entire surroundings.
All bedrooms in the villa have air conditioning.
The scenic medieval tower adjacent to the villa has five floors of furnished living area and a lower-ground floor housing a laundry room, pool equipment and ample storage areas that can also be accessed from an exterior door. The ground floor features a recreational leisure room with a billiard table, bar tables, seating and a decorative fireplace. A medieval staircase leads to the upper floor (first floor), where there is a big, well-equipped dine-in kitchen. The second floor features a beautiful bedroom with an adjacent full bathroom. The third floor features a stunning bedroom with an enchanting stone Juliette balcony and en-suite full bath. The fourth and last floor of this ancient tower has a full floor salon equipped with a projector and ample seating for viewing films. From the top floor you will find access to the rooftop terrace with a panoramic view over its surrounding countryside.
The beautiful park of about two hectares (20,000 sqm) surrounding the property houses a marvelous newly-built heated swimming pool, a splendid outdoor shower made of stone, with a spectacular spiral wall and window overlooking the countryside. The stone Piazza of 150 sqm is the perfect entertaining space to host large seated dinners, receptions and doubles as a dance floor. Various relaxation areas, embellished with love seats and deck chairs, and a gazebo, from which you can admire breathtaking sunsets, complete the outdoor spaces, together with panoramic terraces that look over the beautifully designed Florentine garden.
The two car garage and large car park complete this magnificent property in the splendid Florentine countryside.
One of our representatives is responsible for receiving requests, informing customers and completing the booking. An appointment will be made for the arrival and departure, in order to show you the property and conclude the latest formalities. Telephone assistance is provided throughout the clients' stay and assistance is guaranteed in the villa when necessary. The gardener will access the property at times that will be indicated for the maintenance of the garden and swimming pool.
The hills around Fiesole have always been admired for their beauty, since the time of the Etruscans. Many artists have come to these areas to admire the natural elegance of the Tuscan countryside, expertly designed with olive trees, cypresses and areas left in the woods. These include the famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright and Le Corbusier. In Fiesole we recommend not to miss a visit to the Etruscan Museum and the wonderful Roman Amphitheater, where high-quality dance, theater and music performances take place in the summer. The imposing Church of San Romolo is a fine example of Romanesque architecture. The nearby climb of San Francesco leads to a belvedere near the monastery of the same name, with a view of the plain of Florence.
For walkers we recommend a descent into the old via fiesolana, which from Piazza Mino leads to the base of the hill, passing through glimpses of views of Florence and gates that allow you to glimpse ancient mansions of the Medici family.
Florence is only 20 min by car. You can visit this beautiful city and enjoy your entire day there, and be back after dinner.
The nearby Pratolino (2Km), is famous for the Villa Demidoff, a Medici estate, complete with a lake and a famous sculpture of a Giant. In the village you will find a supermarket, a wonderful fruit and vegetable store a bar, a laundromat and Zocchi Restaurant.
In just half an hour by car you can reach beautiful golf courses near Barberino in Mugello. Nearby there is also a beautiful lake, Bilancino, with a Beach Club, Kayaking and Sailing.. Just 5 minutes by car you can reach the tennis courts and the USD Caldine sports center.
We are at the end of a dirt road, about 400 meters long, at the end of which our villa is located. It is easy to travel by car and on foot, but we recommend that you use your car for your travels to other destinations.
