Villa in Emilia-Romagna
26 guests · 11 bedrooms · 7 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
About this villa rental
Villa La Dogana, our family’s country home, is a charming little castle built in the 19th century on the border of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany. The villa comfortably accommodates 22+4 guests, with 10 spacious double bedrooms (two of which feature two queen-size beds each) plus an additional bedroom in the tower with a queen-size bed. There are 7 bathrooms, plus 1 separate toilet. The kitchen is fully equipped with double ovens, dishwashers, refrigerators, and more.
Guests will have exclusive access to the swimming pool (approx. 8x17 meters), complete with sunbeds and a shaded pergola. The villa overlooks a large lawn and a valley that gently slopes towards Lake Bilancino in the distance.
A 6-meter table under a gazebo on the main lawn is perfect for enjoying meals together al fresco. Next to the lawn, you'll find a large circular stone BBQ. The garden and pool are lit in the evening, creating a beautiful atmosphere.
For outdoor activities, we offer lawn games such as volleyball, football, cricket, and table tennis, with plans for more.
With advance notice, we can arrange home-cooked meals in traditional Tuscan style for your arrival day or anytime during your stay, whether for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Housekeeping assistance is also available upon request.
Villa La Dogana is located near Barberino di Mugello, where you’ll find all the amenities you need, including supermarkets and a large designer outlet featuring famous brands. The villa is less than an hour from Florence, accessible via highway or scenic country roads, and it’s also conveniently located near the Florence and Bologna airports.
Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you need any further information. I’ll be happy to assist.
Best regards,
Donata
Guests will have exclusive access to the swimming pool (approx. 8x17 meters), complete with sunbeds and a shaded pergola. The villa overlooks a large lawn and a valley that gently slopes towards Lake Bilancino in the distance.
A 6-meter table under a gazebo on the main lawn is perfect for enjoying meals together al fresco. Next to the lawn, you'll find a large circular stone BBQ. The garden and pool are lit in the evening, creating a beautiful atmosphere.
For outdoor activities, we offer lawn games such as volleyball, football, cricket, and table tennis, with plans for more.
With advance notice, we can arrange home-cooked meals in traditional Tuscan style for your arrival day or anytime during your stay, whether for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Housekeeping assistance is also available upon request.
Villa La Dogana is located near Barberino di Mugello, where you’ll find all the amenities you need, including supermarkets and a large designer outlet featuring famous brands. The villa is less than an hour from Florence, accessible via highway or scenic country roads, and it’s also conveniently located near the Florence and Bologna airports.
Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you need any further information. I’ll be happy to assist.
Best regards,
Donata
Amenities at Villa La Dogana. Elegant castle in Barberino, Florence
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Map of Emilia-Romagna
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsBeautiful location with helpful hosts, immaculately kept pool, enjoyable pasta making lessons, and great local recommendations for activities and dining.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2025
We had a fantastic stay at beautiful La Dogana.It is a stunning property! We thoroughly enjoyed all of the outdoor spaces which are thoughtfully curated for a very relaxing and the house itself is very spacious and easily accommodated all of our families - and is also stunningly beautiful and comfortable. Monica and her daughter cooked for us one night and it was absolutely delicious, I very highly recommend everyone to take advantage of their wonderful culinary offerings!We will definitely stay again!!!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2023
Stunning location, quiet area, lovely host and support team. Donata was very helpful. Monica and her entire family were terrific. We had an amazing time, from an immaculately kept pool, which we used daily, to pasta making lessons from Monica and her lovely family. Nothing was too much trouble. We had a great afternoon in a vineyard and we would highly recommend the local food market in the town on Saturdays. It is a peacful place with many fond memories. On the last evening we sat by the bonfire wishing not to leave and reflecting on our memorable stay.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2023
Villa Dogana is a fantastic place! Not only the building itself but the extensive grounds. We were a group of eighteen, ages 12 to 73, celebrating my 70th birthday, and everyone loved it, everyone found a different aspect to enjoy: jumping in the pool, playing table tennis, lingering under the trees, a cooking competition in the three kitchens, a treasure hunt, dinner outdoors, dinner in the awesome downstairs dining room, singing and dancing in the moonlight by the pool, and some of us occasionally disappearing in one the three sitting rooms to work. There was something interesting to discover, a delight to be found at every corner. We were nice and cool on the hillside behind the thick ancient walls when the rest of Italy was sizzling under a heat wave. Thank you Donata and Monica!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2023
Lovely, relaxing week for family getaway. Pool was especially nice for all. Property is very private, quiet with lots of space for kids to roam around.
We asked Monica for prepared meals for 3 dinners and one breakfast and all were exceptional - delicious, on time, lovely presentation.
Villa is very well equipped and functional for a large family.
Views were spectacular. Florence was a short drive away.
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Top rated by guests
10.0Outstanding
(8 Ratings)
Beautiful location with helpful hosts, immaculately kept pool, enjoyable pasta making lessons, and great local recommendations for activities and dining.
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