EXTERNAL DESCRIPTION
La Villa is a charming villegiature in Rignano sull'Arno, Chianti area and only half an hour by car from Florence. It is characterized by a high historical value as in the past the summer residence of the Italian physicist Enrico Fermi (Nobel Prize 1938).
Surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, fruit trees and a park with century-old trees, the villa offers a private garden with hand-made solid wood tables, barbecue and a splendid view of the surrounding countryside.
Outdoor spaces with private swimming pool (6 x 4 m) with parasol, deckchairs and sunbeds.
Near the villa there is also a working farm managed by the same owners which produce oil and wine (possible visit of the cellar and wine testing on request).
INTERNAL DESCRIPTION
Villa on 2 levels and elegantly furnished, can accommodate up to 12+2 people for a total of 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
Ground floor:
Living area consisting of: three living rooms with sofa, fireplace and tv, and a spacious kitchen (equipped with breakfast table, fridge, oven, coffee maker, dishwasher, toaster and microwave).
Two double bedrooms: one with four-poster bed and bathroom with shower; the other one with a small balcony and bathroom with shower.
First floor:
Accessible by a wooden staircase, is dedicated to the sleeping area, consisting of 4 double bedrooms divided as follows:
- a large double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with shower, a double sofa bed and air conditioning;
- a large double bedroom with air conditioning (when the physicist Enrico Fermi stayed);
- two smaller double bedrooms without air conditioning.
These last 3 bedrooms share a bathroom with shower.
Included free Wifi (2-3 gb per day). Only two bedrooms on the first floor are equipped with air conditioning. Each other bedroom is provided with fan. Pets are allowed at an extra cost.
CONDITIONS AND PRICES
Included in the price:
Utilities (water, gas, electricity up to 100Kw/week); pool and garden maintenance; Internet Wifi (2-3 gb per day). For stays longer than a week, a cleaning with linen change is included.
Excluded from the price:
Final cleaning (250,00€); heating (4.00€ per m3); electricity over 100Kw/week; extra cleaning; extra linen change; other extra services on request (breakfasts, lunches, dinners, cooking courses, etc.); pets allowed at an extra cost of 50,00€ per week.
Security Deposit: Customers are required to pay 600.00€ security deposit upon arrival (cash), which will be returned at the end of the stay upon damages.
DESTINATIONS
La Villa is located in Rignano sull’Arno, in the area of Chianti and just half an hour by car from Florence. This area boasts a rich artistic and architectural heritage (including several churches, parishes, museums of sacred art and the Sammezzano Castle, notable for its Moorish Revival architectural style and its wide park).
Rignano sull’Arno is located only 6 km from the villa and here you will find all necessary services: grocery stores, post office, bank/ATM, pharmacy, bars, restaurants, supermarket.
Among the natural treasures, you will find: the forest of Vallombrosa (a biogenetic nature reserve rich in conifer woods, hosting an extraordinary abbey of Benedictine monks) and the forest of St. Anthony (a protected nature area of local interest, covering 900 hectares). The forest of Vallombrosa has one of the most famous experimental arboretum of Europe, containing about 3200 exemplars of 1200 different species coming from all over the world.
This area has several marked hiking paths and nature itineraries that can be explored on mountain bike, on foot, or on horseback.
The proximity to the Chianti Classico region - known worldwide for the prestigious wine – allows you to visit its charming villages such as Gaiole, Radda and Castellina. Arezzo and Siena are also easily reachable by car.
Lastly, if you love shopping, we recommend a visit to The Mall Outlet (8 km), where you can find the most important brands of international fashion.
PARKING
Outdoor private parking for 5 cars
per night, from € 515
Additional information
Location :
Federica
Spoken languages : English, Spanish, French, German, Italian
Florence
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