Vacation Rental with Internet in Florence

Londa - RIF. S74

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

Built in the 1600s by a noble Florentine family as a holiday home, this large villa with pool in Tuscany is located in Northern Tuscany at 750 m above sea level with a breathtaking view over the valley of Mugello and overlooked by Mount Falterona. Florence is 45 km away and the nearest shops and supermarket are in Londa at 7 km. This area has been for centuries the rural expansion of Florence, influenced by its history and by the House of Medici who, originally came from here and had many palaces and villas built, among which the Villa of Cafaggiolo where Lorenzo il Magnifico often sought refuge from the political worries of Renaissance Florence.
The villa and the two farmhouses for rent have been totally renovated into 5 self-catering apartments for rent. The structure can accommodate up to 17 guests and has a swimming pool, a barbecue and a washing machine. A relaxing setting surrounded by woods of oak and chestnut trees, perfect for a restful holiday, far from the madding crowd.
internet wi fi available in the apartments up to the swimming pool area.
 
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Pelago - RIF. S229

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

This beautiful Baroque villa with swimming pool near Florence was built in the 17th century and is rich in history as the hills it is immersed in. The estate comprises the villa, two farmhouses and a charming little chapel, which have been lovingly and carefully restored to their original splendour by the owners. In respect of Tuscan farm holidays the apartments, of various sizes, have been renovated and furnished in the typical regional style. Situated either in the villa or adjoining farmhouses each apartment has its own private furnished outdoor space, garden or terrace, telephone and Sat-TV. At the reception there is a small bar where one can as well buy the estate’s products such as olive oil, wine, sauces and honey, as well as order fresh bread. There is also a common lounge with Sat-TV and a meeting room, with internet point, which can accommodate up to 35 people. The villa’s restaurant is open at the weekends and serves traditional Florentine local dishes. Once weekly the owners also organize a guided visit of the villa during which one learns the history of the property and its surrounding areas as well has having the opportunity to taste the farmhouse products produced on this estate together with the local Chianti wine. Other guest facilities include a large swimming pool (20x10mt, open May-Oct), a Jacuzzi pool (3m), a tennis court, tennis table and a children’s playground. Nature lovers will enjoy exploring on foot, or by mountain bike or horseback, the ma 
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Montespertoli - RIF. S82

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

This holiday home in Chianti dominates a beautiful landscape of vineyards, olive groves, cornfields and cypress forests typical of Tuscany and especially the Florentine hillsides of Montespertoli.
The 15th-century farmhouse covers a property of 500 hectares and produces 6 different varieties of wine as well as extra-virgin olive oil, sunflower and wheat. For this reason this holiday accommodation for rent concentrates all in one the characteristics of the Tuscan countryside, offering an ideal situation for a totally relaxing holiday.
This holiday farmstead consists of 16 self-catering apartments distributed in several old barns and restored cottages. 2 flats are in the farmhouse next to the swimming pool (14x7, open May-Oct), 10 are in a tiny hamlet, near the restaurant, at 500 meters from the swimming pool. Other 4 apartments are in another farmhouse at 200 meters from the restaurant and swimming pool. The apartments are finely furnished with particular care to guests’comfort.
The farmhouse organizes wine tasting tours as well as a visit to the cellar. Pets are welcome. On the estate guests will also find a small vintage car museum. The beautiful Tuscan countryside surrounding the farm was chosen by the Taviani brothers to shoot their movie “The Night of the Shooting Stars”.
The location of these holiday apartments in Tuscany is perfect also for visiting most of the art centres such as Florence, Pisa, Lucca, Siena, San Gimignano and Volterra. At guest’s  
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Montelupo fiorentino - RIF. S16

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

This charming holiday home is located in the countryside of Montelupo Fiorentino, right on the outskirts of Florence. Surrounded by olive trees and age-old cypress trees, this renovated barn enjoys, from its hilltop position, a 360° breathtaking view. This elegant and comfortable cottage has preserved its original architecture maintaining the local stone works, the wooden beam ceilings and the Florentine terracotta tile flooring.
Furnished in the typical Tuscan style, the house is dotted with exceptional objets d’art, such as fine paintings, ceramics coming from Montelupo and typical ornaments.
The cottage is on two floors and consists of a spacious, fully equipped kitchen, two double bedrooms with air conditioning and two bathrooms with shower on the ground floor. Upstairs there is an open-plan upper-gallery with a fireplace and a large sitting room, with two sofas (of which one a sofa bed for two people).
Facilities are Sat-TV, Wi-Fi connection, DVD player, CD player, safe. Outdoors there is a large, sunny veranda, fully equipped, where one can sunbathe or enjoy open-air meals. There is also an infinity swimming pool with Jacuzzi corner, 2 metres large, complete with pool deck furniture (11x7 metres, open from the middle of May to the end of September), from which you can enjoy a breathtaking view. The cottage has an alarm system and an automatic gate opener for the car park.
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San Godenzo - RIF. S128

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

This beautiful and elegant holiday villa in Tuscany is located at Casale, a tiny medieval village in the heart of the Tuscan Apennines, 45 km east of Florence, surrounded by forests and uncontaminated nature, with a wonderful scenic view over the valley. This lovely villa can accommodate up to 7 people (150 sq.m.) and is on two floors. On the ground floor, there is a fully equipped kitchen with a fireplace, a living room with Sat-TV, a dining room, a study with a single sofa bed and a bathroom with a hydromassage shower. On the first floor, there are 3 double bedrooms and a bathroom with a corner bathtub for two. The property has a big floral garden with a large swimming pool (11x6mt, open Apr-Sept), a fitness room, a spacious, furnished veranda, a wood-burning oven, a barbecue, a fountain from which one can drink the fresh spring water of Ortale and even a small private consecrated chapel. Nearest shops and restaurant in Casale, at 3km.
This magnificent villa for rent in Mugello is in an ideal position for appreciating both the cultural and the natural aspects of Tuscany. Florence is nearby and the area is dotted with historical villages, like San Godenzo, founded in 1028, with its famous old Benedictine abbey, or Dicomano, dominated by the Romanesque parish church of St. Maria with its vigorous bell tower on one side, or Vicchio, the birthplace of Giotto, or Poggio di Frascole, where there is one of the main archaeological complexes of Mugello and Valdisieve. One can also 
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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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Florence - RIF. S250

Accommodation Type: Apartments
Area: Town and Villages   Position: City
Province : Florence  

This charming apartment for rent in Florence is located in a typical Florentine building, just a few steps from the Cathedral and the famous Church of San Lorenzo and the Medici Chapel. Situated on the third floor (no lift available), the flat is equipped with all comforts and has a magnificent view over the Cathedral and the Giotto bell tower from the living room. The apartment, 70 sqm, consists of a living/dining room with double divan bed, a fully furnished kitchen, a double bedroom with en-suite bathroom fitted out with shower, another double bedroom and a bathroom fitted out with shower. Also at guests’ disposal Wi-Fi internet connection, Sat-TV and air conditioning.
Owing to its central position, this accommodation in Florence is within walking distance of all major monuments and museums, as well as close to the main railway station, Santa Maria Novella. Here guests will live in the heart of the city, surrounded by the street market, shops and the typical ‘trattorie’, in close contact with the Florence’s daily life.  
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Florence - RIF. S249

Accommodation Type: Apartments
Area: Town and Villages   Position: City
Province : Florence  

This holiday apartment in Florence is right in the centre of town and has a roof terrace with a breathtaking view over the Cathedral, Giotto’s bell tower, the Medici Chapel and Palazzo Vecchio. Situated on the third floor (lift available) of a typical Florentine building, this sunny, spacious flat (140 sqm) has recently been renovated and beautifully decorated. The apartment is on 3 floors and consists of a large living room with 2 sofas (of which one a double sofa bed), 2 double bedrooms (which can be twin on request) and a bathroom fitted with shower on the first floor. From the living room a staircase leads to the second floor which consists of a fully equipped kitchen, a double bedroom (which can be twin on request) with en-suite bathroom fitted out with bathtub. Air conditioning is only on this floor. Stairs from the kitchen lead up to the large, beautiful, furnished terrace where guests can enjoy al fresco dining with a magnificent view.
This apartment for rent in Florence is in the Cathedral and San Lorenzo area, at a 10-15 min. walk from anywhere in Florence: monuments, museums, shopping and restaurants. The historical daily market of San Lorenzo is nearby, with its outdoor market offering local handmade products, clothes and souvenirs and the older indoor market selling delicious food products.  
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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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Florence - RIF. S237

Accommodation Type: Apartments
Area: Town and Villages   Position: City
Province : Florence  

This lovely holiday apartment is located in Via dell’Oriuolo, in the heart of Florence. It is a one bedroom apartment suitable for 3 people (25 sqm + 8 sqm of terrace) on the fourth floor of a historic building, with lift, at only 250 metres from the Duomo Square (Cathedral square). Furnished with antique and modern furniture, the flat consists of a living room with fully equipped kitchenette (toaster, microwave, oven, coffee maker, dishwasher, washing machine), dining area, and a single sofa bed, a double bedroom and a bathroom fitted with shower. A terrace offers guests a beautiful view over the Church of Santa Croce. At guest’s disposal also a Wi-Fi internet connection, air conditioning and Sat TV with USB plug.
This flat in the heart of the historic centre of Florence, is located in a controlled traffic zone, within walking distance of Santa Croce square (400 mt), the Accademia Gallery, the Uffizi Gallery (800 mt), Ponte Vecchio (900 mt) and Piazza Signoria (750 mt), as well as most town sites. The train station is 1km away. 
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