House in Emilia-Romagna
4 guests · 1 bedroom · 2 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
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
About this house rental
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 private parking.
The "L'Acetaia" apartment has a private Mediterranean shrub garden, with deck chairs a table and 4/6 chairs, a ground BBQ and a hamoc and a small pool for kids.
It is set on two floors. At the entrance a dining-living-room with a double sofa bed and a small kitchen with a gas stove, oven, and washing machine. A shower room with basin and WC. A staircase leads up to the 1st floor. On your right another bathroom with two basins, bidet, WC and shower. A short corridor, then the double bedroom with an arched window with lovely views of the valley..!
There are two other apts on the property: "La Stalla" for 2 p (40sqmts code HAUK 8584399) with small terraced garden and use of communal garden and shade and "La Vista" up to 4p (60sqmts code HAUK 8551054), with its own roof-terrace with shade.
The farmhouse retains all the original Tuscan 13th cent characteristics, and it's set in an enchanting position. Perched up on a hill, with excellent exposure, therefore plenty of breeze in hot summers. Private parking (40 yds). Close to Florence city centre (8 miles), 10 mins from motorways (coast, Pisa, Arezzo, Siena, etc). These cannot be seen or heard. Shop and bakery within 5 mins drive (location Inno). Typical country 'trattorias', such as "FIORE", "Mamalù" , "La Lanterna", "Lo Spigo", and others, quite close (5/15 mins).
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.: this road is in only in part a private road of ours, so, at times, not always in a perfect state of upkeep so we advise to come with means of transport not too low to the ground: i.e. : sport cars, etc. .!
On request, my wife Anna, can prepare breakfast and typical Tuscan evening meals.
At the bottom of the hill there is a very efficient (every 4 mins) tramway which goes right into the centre of Florence (rail/station > Stazione di S.Maria Novella - last stop) in 15-20 mins. You can park your car next to the tramway, free of charge (4 miles/6km away from the property, in Scandicci). The ticket machine is next to the tram (€1.50 pp freq. ev. 5 mins). To avoid fines, don't forget to validate yr ticket once you are on the tram !
Owners organic extra virgin olive oil, organic jams, preserves, chutneys, organic fruit and wines, can be purchased.
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..!
We remind our guests that a tourist tax of €2.50 per person per night is charged, for a maximum of 10 nights.
IT IS ESSENTIAL TO COME HERE WITH INDEPENDENT MEANS OF TRANSPORT..!
There is private parking.
The "L'Acetaia" apartment has a private Mediterranean shrub garden, with deck chairs a table and 4/6 chairs, a ground BBQ and a hamoc and a small pool for kids.
It is set on two floors. At the entrance a dining-living-room with a double sofa bed and a small kitchen with a gas stove, oven, and washing machine. A shower room with basin and WC. A staircase leads up to the 1st floor. On your right another bathroom with two basins, bidet, WC and shower. A short corridor, then the double bedroom with an arched window with lovely views of the valley..!
There are two other apts on the property: "La Stalla" for 2 p (40sqmts code HAUK 8584399) with small terraced garden and use of communal garden and shade and "La Vista" up to 4p (60sqmts code HAUK 8551054), with its own roof-terrace with shade.
The farmhouse retains all the original Tuscan 13th cent characteristics, and it's set in an enchanting position. Perched up on a hill, with excellent exposure, therefore plenty of breeze in hot summers. Private parking (40 yds). Close to Florence city centre (8 miles), 10 mins from motorways (coast, Pisa, Arezzo, Siena, etc). These cannot be seen or heard. Shop and bakery within 5 mins drive (location Inno). Typical country 'trattorias', such as "FIORE", "Mamalù" , "La Lanterna", "Lo Spigo", and others, quite close (5/15 mins).
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.: this road is in only in part a private road of ours, so, at times, not always in a perfect state of upkeep so we advise to come with means of transport not too low to the ground: i.e. : sport cars, etc. .!
On request, my wife Anna, can prepare breakfast and typical Tuscan evening meals.
At the bottom of the hill there is a very efficient (every 4 mins) tramway which goes right into the centre of Florence (rail/station > Stazione di S.Maria Novella - last stop) in 15-20 mins. You can park your car next to the tramway, free of charge (4 miles/6km away from the property, in Scandicci). The ticket machine is next to the tram (€1.50 pp freq. ev. 5 mins). To avoid fines, don't forget to validate yr ticket once you are on the tram !
Owners organic extra virgin olive oil, organic jams, preserves, chutneys, organic fruit and wines, can be purchased.
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..!
We remind our guests that a tourist tax of €2.50 per person per night is charged, for a maximum of 10 nights.
Amenities at Hilltop paradise cottage, a stone's throw from Florence !
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Map of Emilia-Romagna
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsGuests highlighted the warm hospitality of Julian and Anna, the well-equipped apartment, convenient access to Florence, and the beautiful countryside views.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2023
Relaxing week, convenient location. Peaceful. Julian and Anna were lovely people. They were helpful and available whenever needed. Thank you. We miss Puppy ❤️
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2023
We made Julian & Anna’s vrbo our home base for visiting Florence, Sienna, Lucca, Pisa, & Volterra. It was our first time in Tuscany.
First, our hosts are “salt of the earth” good people who are authentic & caring. They shared some vegetables from their garden with us, gave us good advise, and were wonderful to talk to about Italy & life. We truly enjoyed seeing them & talking to them every day.
Next, the apartment we were in had all we needed for our stay. It has a half size refrigerator and freezer that work well, gas stove, sharp knives, pots, pans etc. We lacked nothing. The beds were comfortable & we made use of the two fans they supplied us.
The showers both worked well as did the clothes washer. Our clothes dried quickly on the drying rack.
There is a new COOP about 10 minutes from the place. It has everything, including wine, prosecco, liquor, beer.
It is just a 10 minute drive to the tram parking lot called “Villa Costanza Statione.” Here you can park for free, and buy an Urban Ticket (only 1.50 Euro) to Florence (Firenze). The parking lot is often full, but we waited for the next tram to arrive & kindly asked if people were leaving. The trans run every 4-5 minutes.
We also purchased some jams, olives, & organic olive oil from Julian & Anna from their farm.
Five Stars if you want a country experience & good humans as hosts!
8.0 / 10.0Excellent·Jul 2022
The highlight of my stay was the charming couple who run the place. Anna and Julian are very good hosts. Their organic oĺive oil was one the best I have tasted. The property feels remote yet very close and has easy access to Fllorence
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2019
A lovely space ... And convenient .. a short drive to the local tram stop and you are in Florence so easily.
Terrific.
Wonderful view from the bedroom and garden.
Anna was a wonderful hostess. Some great suggestions for restaurants. Thank you Anna
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Top rated by guests
9.0Outstanding
(24 Ratings)
Guests highlighted the warm hospitality of Julian and Anna, the well-equipped apartment, convenient access to Florence, and the beautiful countryside views.
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