Vacation Rental with Cooking lessons in Florence

Borselli - RIF. S153

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

Tucked away in the Florentine hills just 28 km from the cultural centre of Florence, home to the renowned Medici family and birthplace of Renaissance art, this wonderful holiday home in Chianti is the perfect hideaway. The unique setting overlooking the most picturesque stretch of the Pomino and Rufina wine route is a splendid area for nature lovers, walkers and historians alike and for those in search of culture; the beautiful medieval cities of Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, Lucca and Arezzo are within easy reach. Florence is only 30 Km distant.
Descending down a winding tree-lined lane you will be pleasantly surprised to find this charming 15th century rambling stone farmhouse, perched majestically above 20 acres of chestnut woods and olive groves, its beauty further enhanced by layers of stone terracing and our vine-covered pergola gives a shady retreat for outdoor dining. We offer a selection of self-catering apartments for 2 to 6 people within the farmhouse, lovingly restored in keeping with local traditions.
After lazy days relaxing by the swimming pool (13x6m, open May-Oct)or in the secluded gardens, take time out to explore the surrounding countryside, on foot or for the more adventurous on horseback or mountain bike. Enjoy an aperitif in the cool of “La Limonaia” or just soak up the atmosphere of our very own olive press where local olive oil, wine and other products are available or for those cooler evenings curl up with a good book and the inevitable glass o 
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Greve in Chianti - RIF. S101

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

This holiday home in Chianti is hidden in the green shades of the olive groves and vineyards of the hills, at just a few km from Greve in Chianti (15km), the heart of the wine production. The villa is a typical Tuscan 17th-century manor house, totally renovated, which hosts 3 comfortable apartments, elegantly furnished, whereas other 2 spacious apartments are in an outbuilding. The estate is surrounded by a beautiful, quiet garden with a swimming pool (10x5, open from May to Oct).
Restaurant on site, only for the manor’s clients, where one can enjoy typical Tuscan dishes made by the owner during the week-ends and a pizza dinner during the week. Also at client’s disposal internet Wi Fi connection in common areas, a laundry room, and barbecue.
These holiday apartments in Tuscany are in an ideal location for all those seeking peace and quiet but also a perfect point of departure for visiting the beautiful attractions of the Chianti region as well as most Tuscan art centres such as Florence 20 km, Siena 55 km, San Gimignano, Arezzo, Montepulciano and Montalcino. Pets accepted. Nearest shops, supermarket, post office, restaurants, in San Polo village at ca. 3,2 km of distance (unpaved road). 
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Rignano sull'Arno - RIF. S67

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

This incredible holiday home in Chianti is located on the hills just south of Florence, facing the Arno valley and the Pratomagno mountain range. It consists in a medieval hamlet built around an original 12th-century tower house. The tower house was restored between the 15th and 16th century assuming its current aspect. The buildings are divided into 4 apartments of which one is used by the owners. The three self-catering holiday flats are very comfortable and furnished with period furniture. Originally the ceilings of the tower were decorated with frescoes, today traces can be found on a panel in the flat on the first floor. In the accommodations there are reference books on Renaissance art and on Florence and Tuscany. There is no swimming pool. Pets accepted. On request the owner is available for cooking lessons on Tuscan and medieval dishes. It is also possible to organize a dinner with the owner.
Outdoors guests can relax in the garden, under the shade of age-old olive trees and among the irises and roses, or on the scenic terrace furnished with deckchairs, chairs and tables right in front of the house. On the premises it is also possible to visit the medieval garden created with the intention of recreating the architectural and allegorical features typical of the ‘hortus conclusus’, enclosed garden, of 13th & 14th-centuries country noble residences. Surrounded by olive groves and woods, the building is part of a farm estate, whose main products are an excelle 
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Montaione - RIF. S227

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

These holiday apartments in Chianti are located near the medieval village of Montaione, right within the heart of the Tuscan triangle created by Florence, Pisa and Siena. This lovely 13th century farm estate has been restored maintaining the traditional Tuscan characteristics with terracotta tile flooring and pietra serena staircases. The accommodations consist in three buildings with a total of 8 comfortable apartments, each with independent entrance and private outdoor area. Surrounded by olive trees, oleanders and a hedge of cypresses is the swimming pool (18x9m, open May-Oct) equipped with deckchairs and garden parasols. An Italian breakfast, included in the price, is offered in the small building opposite the swimming pool). With a wood-burning oven, cloakrooms and a small library, this common area is also used for wine tasting on request. Additional amenities are a combination playground structure for children, a table tennis table, a tennis court, illuminated for also night games, and a bocce court, as well as a washing machine, barbecue and Internet connection available by the swimming pool.
Surrounded by olive groves and vineyards, these holiday homes in Tuscany are in an ideal position for visiting the most important art centres of Tuscany. Distances: Florence, Pisa and Siena (all at 50-55 km), San Gimignano at only 19 km, Certaldo 17km, Volterra 29 km. Lucca is 60 km away. Nearest shops and restaurants in Montaione at 3km. 
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Iano - RIF. S264

Accommodation Type: Villas
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

This lovely villa in Chianti is located in Iano, a peaceful, little hamlet near Volterra and San Gimignano (at 20 km), right in the heart of Tuscany. The area has a picturesque landscape, full of fine views, with the typical colours of the Tuscan countryside. Recently renovated, the villa is tastefully furnished with early 20th-century style furniture, offering a comfortable and elegant ambience. The villa, on one floor with a partial upper ground floor, is ca. 225 sq. m. and consists of a large living room, a dining room, a big kitchen (fully equipped with fridge, oven, washing machine, American coffeemaker, toaster) with kitchen island, dining table and storeroom (which houses a vacuum cleaner and other household cleaning supplies and a second fridge/freezer), four bedrooms (2 double bedrooms and 2 either twin or double on request), four bathrooms fitted with showers and two terraces, one overlooking the swimming pool. At guest’s disposal also a laundry, Wi-Fi connection and air-conditioning. The panoramic view, both from the garden and the flats, is breathtaking.
Surrounded by a garden with olive grove, plus a 9x6 m swimming pool with children pool area, this villa is the ideal place where to rest and visit Tuscany. The garden also has a gazebo, ideal for reading in the shade or enjoy a glass of wine while admiring the sun set, a barbecue and a wood-burning oven. The house is at just 200 metres from the village where there is a grocer’s and a restaurant. Its excellent c 
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Rignano sull'Arno - RIF. S51

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

Surrounded by the Chianti countryside, southeast of Florence, these holiday homes in Tuscany were originally built in the 18th century as a hermitage and place of prayer. This beautiful stone holiday farmhouse and other proprieties were later bought by Baron Sonnino and converted into the Casolari farmstead. Bought by the present owner in 1975 the buildings were restored into a villa, a cozy self-catering apartment below the villa and a lovely barn that is an independent house from the villa. Each accommodation has its own private entrance and terrace. The whole structure can comfortably accommodate 13 people and a small swimming pool (8x5m, open May-Sept) with a wonderful view is also available. The farmhouse is surrounded by olive groves, vineyards and a private lawn, in perfect isolation far from the madding crowd, and from the terraces one can also enjoy a breathtaking view over the Arno valley and the famous forest of Vallombrosa. These accommodations in Chianti are in a perfect position for visiting the famous art centres of Florence (30 km), Arezzo (60km), Siena and Pisa.
Nearest shops and restaurants: 2 km in Rosano village.
At guest’s disposal internet wi fi connection, washing machine, bycicles, cooking class (on req) 
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Montaione - RIF. S47

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

This beautiful holiday accommodation in Chianti is located near the medieval village of Montaione, in the heart of Tuscany, right between Florence, Pisa and Siena (all at 50-55 km), at only 19 km from San Gimignano, 17km from Certaldo and 29 km from Volterra. Lucca is 60 km away. This lovely farm, originally dating back to 1861, but restored during the years, consists of a Tuscan style villa and other 3 independent buildings. The apartments (mostly on the ground floor, but some of them on the first floor) have all a private terrace or sitting area, and are very comfortable and have been wisely renovated in respect of environment and of clients’ needs.
Also available to guests are a large veranda, with a beautiful view, a wood-burning oven and a fireplace, where one can spend pleasant hours, and two swimming pools (one for adults 18x9m and one for children 6x3m, open Apr-Oct) with a spacious solarium furnished with deck chairs, sun beds and beach umbrellas. The farmhouse is surrounded by a marvellous park full of pine trees and cypresses, where birds sing all day long. It is also possible to meet pheasants and wild ducks while walking around the estate as well as the two graceful swans that inhabit a lake nearby. Pets are welcome. Also available to guests: Internet Wi-Fi connection, children playground, breakfast room and washing machine. Nearest shops and restaurants in Montaione at 3 km. 
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Tavarnelle - RIF. S371

Accommodation Type: Villas
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

Stunning luxury villa with swimming pool and Spa facilities, located in the heart of Tuscany, between Florence and Siena, near lovely San Gimignano. It is the perfect location to enjoy the beauty of the Tuscan seasonal colours, immersed in the typical landscape of gently rolling hills covered in vineyards and olive groves, as well as to visit the many villages, old churches and art cities of Tuscany.
The villa is located at walk distance, just 1300 m, from Tavarnelle Val di Pesa, where you will find a selection of local shops, supermarkets and places to eat and drink.
The house, recently renovated and equipped with the most modern comforts, maintains its original and typical Tuscan style. In a very quiet location, a beautiful cypress-lined driveway, typically Tuscan, leads to your accommodation.

The villa has a large, stunning garden with a swimming pool and a heated Jacuzzi (open from 25th April to 10th Oct), just a few steps away from the barbecue area, perfect for your “al fresco dining”.
This elegantly and comfortably furnished villa is on 3 floors and can host up to 12 people (if you are only 8 people, please ask our special fare).

On the back side of the house, a Spa area with a Turkish bath, a sauna, a Jacuzzi and a gym occupies the whole lower floor.
The main entrance onto the ground floor is through a large, bright veranda with a fireplace (only decorative), antique stone floors and a comfortable sofa where you can enjoy a glass of the local Chianti wine. 
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Montaione - RIF. S240

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

These holiday homes in Chianti are located near the medieval village of Montaione, right within the heart of the Tuscan triangle created by Florence, Pisa and Siena. Situated on the hills, the apartments enjoy a breathtaking view over the valleys, Val d’Elsa and Val d’Era, with their beautiful countryside slowly receding down towards the sea line. From the top of the hill guests can admire romantic sunsets. The holiday homes consist of 5 apartments of different size and typology; 3 are in the main building whereas the other 2 are in independent houses. The accommodations are immersed in the surrounding nature of the 5 hectares of estate with its olive groves, pine trees and a beautiful botanical garden full of plants and flowers, ideal for walking and for those wanting to remain in contact with nature, its scents and colours. Swimming pool, 10x5 mt, open May-Oct, up to 2,30 mt deep: the ground is fenced for children security. Possibility of olive oil tasting on the property. Children playground available, table tennis, as well as internet wi fi connection. Washing machine.
These holiday apartments in Montaione are near shops, restaurants and other facilities as well as in an ideal position for visiting art centres such as Florence, Siena, Pisa, Lucca, San Gimignano and Volterra.  
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Montelupo fiorentino - RIF. S382

Accommodation Type: Villas
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Florence  

This charming holiday villa for 11 people is located in the countryside of Montelupo Fiorentino, right on the outskirts of Florence. Surrounded by olive trees and age-old cypress trees, the villa enjoys, from its unique hilltop position, a 360° breathtaking view over its Tuscan surroundings.
Originally built in the 11th century, the villa has undergone extensive and meticulous restoration. The result is that today this gorgeous villa enjoys all the latest modern facilities and comforts guests require for a memorable and truly unforgettable holiday. The villa consists of two separate flats, which are connected by a communicating door.
At guests’ disposal a swimming pool (8X3, up to 1.40 m deep, open from May to September) next to the villa’s outdoor terrace, with hydromassage jets, and a spacious independent garden.
The villa is on two floors and is furnished in the typical Tuscan style, dotted with exceptional objets d’art, such as fine paintings, ceramics coming from Montelupo and typical ornaments.
On the ground floor there are two large living rooms, a wonderful kitchen, fully equipped, with beautiful arched windows providing a spectacular view over the valley, a toilet, a spacious double bedroom, a bathroom with a large shower, a master bedroom with queen size bed, a separate dressing room, and a large en-suite bathroom with shower, as well as a studio with a large single bed. Outdoors there are two furnished covered terraces, ideal for your al fresco dining.
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