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Villa on the Tuscan hills near Florence

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Villa on the Tuscan hills near Florence

The villa is located in the municipality of Castelfranco di sopra 15 minutes from the A1 exit of Incisa Valdarno located in the center of a property of about 5 hectares cultivated with olive trees and surrounded by woods: it is the ideal place to spend days immersed in the quiet, close contact with nature.
The apartment in the villa, on the first floor, is independent and consists of two double bedrooms, a single bedroom with the possibility of adding an extra bed, a living room, a kitchen, two bathrooms and a large covered terrace.
The remaining portion of the villa is inhabited by the owners 4/5 days a week, for the necessary maintenance of the garden and swimming pool and always available for any need.
The property is surrounded by a large fenced garden with internal parking, on the ground floor a games room with a game table, billiards and table tennis, outside a barbecue located on the edge of a swimming pool for the exclusive use of m. 12x6, is equipped with free wifi and satellite TV. During the summer, at night the temperatures remain low as the property is located around 350 m away. above sea level.
Recently renovated, the house maintains the characteristics of the Tuscan countryside with terracotta floors, wooden window frames and wrought iron beds while maintaining a modern appearance in the kitchen and bathrooms.
The kitchen is equipped (fridge, oven, dishwasher, various utensils, etc.) and the equipment allows you to organize lunches and dinners.
The weekly rental includes the supply of all linen, both for the bedrooms and for the bathrooms and with bathrobes for the swimming pool.
The location is ideal for those who love the comforts of the Tuscan countryside but want to visit the cities of art: Florence and Arezzo can be easily reached in less than an hour both by car and by train from Figline Valdarno while Siena is an hour's drive away .
In the surroundings some Romanesque churches can be visited.
For daily shopping, in addition to the characteristic shops in the neighboring countries, 2/3 km, just 7 minutes by car, there is a large Coop hypermarket.

Property manager

Valter

Languages

Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Si puo fumare negli spazi esterni.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1076 sq ft (100 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Villa Tuscan Hills Florence Castelfranco Piandiscò
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About the neighborhood

Map
Castelfranco Piandiscò, Toscana

What's nearby

  • Masaccio Museum of Sacred Art - 9 min drive
  • Franciscan Monastery of St. Francis - 11 min drive
  • San Pietro a Gropina - 15 min drive
  • The Mall Luxury Outlet - 17 min drive
  • Croce del Pratomagno - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • San Giovanni Valdarno Station - 16 min drive
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar New California - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La posta del poeta - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Osteria Masaccio - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bar Gelateria Turismo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Jack's Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa on the Tuscan hills near Florence have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa on the Tuscan hills near Florence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa on the Tuscan hills near Florence?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa on the Tuscan hills near Florence?

Check-out is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Villa on the Tuscan hills near Florence located?

This family-friendly Castelfranco Piandisco villa is located in a rural location, 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Soffena Abbey, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Franciscan Monastery of St. Francis and Masaccio Museum of Sacred Art. Museum of Terranuova Tuscany and San Pietro a Gropina are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Villa on the Tuscan hills near Florence Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charlie H., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place for a family holiday
Valter and his wife are kind and welcoming hosts. The apartment was well laid out and had everything we wanted. The garden was very well kept with a big pool which we spent lots of time in. Great location close to Florence and within an easy drive of Siena, with lovely local restaurants and shops within a short drive. The road by the house can be a bit busy / noisy, but that didn’t detract from an excellent holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and comfortable
We stayed for one week in august with 2 teenage children who greatly enjoyed the pool, pool table and ping pong. The kitchen was well-equipped and the rooms were cool and shady - despite the heat. We enjoyed dining on the first floor terrace - although be warned to bring plenty of mosquito repellent as there are lots around. The pool and gardens are beautifully kept and very peaceful to unwind after a day put exploring. The villa is located conveniently for day trips to the main sights of Tuscany, and there is a large supermarket 15 mins drive away as well as smaller shops in the nearby villages. We enjoyed some lovely meals out in neighbouring villages and towns. Valter and just wife Patrizia we’re very welcoming and helpful - thank you for a delightful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Albertus v., Woking, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
One week in Toscanna
The accommodation and location are superb. The house is spacious, with lots of outside areas (veranda top and ground floor), separate games room and an amazing pool. Our hosts (Valter and Patricia) were amazing. Would definitely return if we decide to holiday in Tuscany again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Lovely view and beautiful pools and gardens
We have just arrived back from a 2 week stay in Italy, 1 of the weeks we spent in this fantastic villa. The owner Valter and his wife were so warm and friendly and the welcome gifts they gave us on arrival were a very thoughtful touch. They live in the downstairs of the villa and whilst they were there most of the time they did not intrude on our holiday at all. The gardens are beautifully kept with comfortable patio areas, a games room and of course that wonderful pool! With temperatures reaching 40+ during our stay the large pool was a godsend and I don't know how we would've managed without it. The villa itself is extremely well equipped, we wanted for nothing (apart from air conditioning during the unusually high temperatures) and the large veranda was ideal for relaxing in the shade and for eating our meals. We would highly recommend this villa, so relaxing in a beautiful setting.

10/10 Excellent

Claire M., Skipton, North Yorkshire, UK.

Wonderful, peaceful & beautiful
Just home from two wonderful weeks at Villa Barbalena...missing it already! The property is in a lovely rural setting & is perfectly located to explore Tuscany (eg. Pisa 1.5hrs away, Florence 45mins & Siena 1hr). Exploring the little hilltop towns such as San Gimignano & Cortona were a particular highlight. Lucca is also definitely worth a visit! The property itself is fabulous, with pretty much everything you could ask for, including hairdryers, a dishwasher & a huge fridge to keep all your drinks cold :) there is no kettle though, just a metal jug that you heat on the stove (but we really didn't see it as a problem & it was usually too hot to want a warm drink, but may have been useful when cooking). The villa was comfortable & of an extremely high standard. The pool was amazing & a late afternoon dip was perfect after a long hot day of exploration! No shade when you're in the pool, so being fair-skinned like me meant early morning or late afternoon was the perfect time to swim without getting frazzled! There's a little patio area with sunbeds & seating on the ground floor near the pool where you get a nice breeze...it's sooo relaxing there! The owners were very nice & helpful too, we had some unexpected welcome gifts on arrival which was a lovely touch. The only slight downside to our holiday were all the mosquitos/bitey bugs, i've been badly bitten non-stop despite using bug repellant. But that is not the property or the owners fault & would not put me off going back...I'd just make sure i had the best repellant i could get! Overall i cannot fault Villa Barbalena, we had a wonderful 2 weeks & wish it had lasted longer. I would definitely recommend & would love to go back in the future.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

Perfect Holiday
The apartment is superbly appointed with all the things you need to make a stay in this beautiful part of Tuscany perfect. 2 large bedrooms with very comfy beds 1 smaller room with single bed, 2 bathrooms with great showers. A well-equipped kitchen with dining table, lounge with TV etc and a balcony with views over the Tuscan hills. Sat there with a glass of Prosecco and some antipasti was a really pleasure and one which will stay with me. The pool is the worth a special mention, crisp clear water, immaculately kept and again with those views. The owners were lovely, really keen we had a good time and we did, they were really helpful with advice on the local area and where to go. Towns around, Florence 45 mins is stunning, that dome! Sienna about an hour is beautiful, lovely shops and stunning medieval architecture. Pisa, 1.5 hours good to see the tower but we found that was about it. In short, we can’t wait for the next time we go to Tuscany and we would love to stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Laurence M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sejour dans le chianti
Deux semaines en Toscane entre Florence et Sienne
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rutger

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place with amazing pool
Nice place to stay with good view, swimming pool and good facilities. Very friendly hand helpfull hosts
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kai und Susan S.

Villa Barbarlena 👍jeder Zeit wieder! Vielen Dank an die lieben Gastgeber
Ein wunderschönes Ferienhaus! Wir sind sehr herzlich empfangen worden. Wir haben uns wohlgefühlt und unseren Urlaub genossen in der Villa Barbalena. Auf jeden Fall empfehlenswert 👍👍👍
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

C.W. B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heerlijke vakantievilla
Verblijf was erg goed, mooie omgeving en ruime woning met zwembad en speelkamer (o.a. pooltafel).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Czarny S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schöne ruhige Lage in den Olivenhainen
Sehr netter Empfang mit leckerem Prosecco, Kuchen und Olivenöl. Toller Swimmingpool und Garten, alles sehr gepflegt. Wohnung ist bestens ausgestattet. Sehr hilfsbereite Gastgeber, stehen auch bei Radpannen jederzeit mit Rat und Tat zur Seite. Wir können Haus und Gastgeber wärmstens weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr schönes Feriendomizil
Wir sind herzlich aufgenommen worden. Zur Begrüßung gab es sogar Sekt und Kuchen. Im Kühlschrank waren Getränke kalt gestellt und Valter schenkte uns sein selbst gemachtes Olivenöl. Die Verständigung klappte dank Sprachapp ohne Probleme. Die Wohnung war großzügig, sehr sauber und gemütlich eingerichtet. Die Bäder waren top. In der Küche gab es alles was man zum Kochen brauchte. Spülmaschiene, Toaster, Kaffeemaschine, Eisfach - alles vorhanden. Wohnung, Grundstück und Pool waren sehr gepflegt und Valter war sehr bemüht alles in Ordnung zu halten. Valter und seine Frau Patrizia waren sehr aufmerksam, zurückhaltend im Hintergrund aber da, wenn man sie brauchte. Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt und unseren Urlaub sehr genossen. Das einzige was man vielleicht wissen sollte ist, dass das Haus an einer Straße liegt, und es durch die vorbeifahrenden Autos doch auch mal etwas lauter werden kann. Wir können die Unterkunft empfehlen. Vielen Dank nochmal für die gute Gastfreundschaft.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Torsten L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Traumhafter Urlaub
Der Aufenthalt in der Villa Barbalena war mit Begrüßung der Gastgeber Valter und Patricia durch Aufmerksamkeiten ( Olivenöl, Kuchen und Prosecco) sowie der Sauberkeit in Wohnung und Aussenbereich wunderschön. Wir können die Villa Barbalena auf jeden Fall weiterempfehlen!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderschöner Aufenthalt in der Villa Barbalena
Wir hatten einen tollen Urlaub in der Toskana. Die Lage des Hauses ist sehr ruhig und gut mit dem Auto zu erreichen. Die Villa ist wunderschön und gut aufgeteilt. Die Realität ist noch schöner als auf den Bildern. In der Wohnung und auf dem Gelände fehlt es an nichts. Der Pool ist super und war eins der Highlights unseres Urlaubes. Valter und Patricia waren hervorragende Gastgeber, die uns sehr herzlich, mit kleinen Geschenken, empfangen haben. Auch sonst standen sie uns immer hilfreich zur Seite. Wir können die Villa Barbalena definitiv weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Einfach nur wunderschön!
Die Villa ist ein traumhafter Ort, um einen erholsamen und unbeschwerten Urlaub zu genießen. Valter und seine Frau Patrizia sind die perfekten Gastgeber. Gleich zu Beginn wurden wir mit Prosecco, Olivenöl aus eigener Produktion und einer leckeren Obsttorte begrüßt. Die beiden waren immer ansprechbar, haben sich umgehend um die Beantwortung von Fragen gekümmert und verhielten sich stets sehr diskret und zurückhaltend. Das Haus lässt keine Wünsche offen: neben der perfekten und hochwertigen Ausstattung waren es vor allem auch die Tischtennisplatte und der Billardtisch, die für viel Abwechslung sorgten. Und natürlich auch der große und herrliche Pool! Einfach wunderbar. Das riesige Gartengrundstück ist top gepflegt. Eingebettet ist das Haus in die wunderbare Landschaft des Valdarno mit seinen vielen Olivenbäumen und Weinbergen. Die Lage ist klasse und es gibt unzählige Ausflugsmöglichkeiten in der Nähe. Ein winziges Manko ist die am Haus vorbeiführende Landstraße. An Werktagen ist morgens und abends durchaus auch mal Verkehr. Aber das nimmt man zugunsten der tollen Lage problemlos in Kauf. Alles in allem hatten wir traumhafte und nahezu perfekte Tage, vom etwas durchwachsenen Wetter einmal abgesehen. Wir können die Villa Barbalena wärmstens weiterempfehlen!
Stayed 12 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jens N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderbare Unterkunft
Wir haben herrliche Tage in der Wohnung verbracht und den tollen, grossen Pool jeden Tag genossen. Empfangen wurden wir von Valter und Patricia mit köstlichen Kuchen, Wein und Olivenöl. Die Gastgeber waren angenehm zurückhaltend. Kleiner Kritikpunkt waren die sehr weichen Matratzen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benoit D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent séjour
Excellent séjour chez Valter, dont l'accueil a été parfait. La villa est superbe et bien située pour découvrir la Toscane. La piscine est très agréable (très profonde). Vraiment une très belle découverte que nous avons quitté à regret.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monika D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Toller Aufenthalt für die ganze Familie
Vielen Dank für die Gastfreundschaft. Wir haben unseren Urlaub sehr genossen. Die Gastgeber sind sehr herzlich und den Pool war der Favorit der Kinder. Wir wurden mit vielen Annehmlichkeiten verwöhnt. Und hatten eine sehr schöne Zeit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jens H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Toskana 2022
Unsere Wünsche und Erwartungen an diesen Urlaub wurden voll erfüllt. Vom Kontakt vor der Reise bis zur Begrüßung mit Sekt, Olivenöl, Rotwein und Kuchen hat alles gepasst. Tolle Aufteilung der Wohnung, zeitgemäße Einrichtung, sehr sauber, riesige überdachte Terrasse und ein traumhafter Pool zur alleinigen Nutzung. Die anwesenden Vermieter waren sehr diskret im Hintergrund aber bei Bedarf immer ansprechbar und hilfsbereit. Die Außenanlage und das Haus sind super gepflegt und sorgen für totale Entspannung während des Urlaubs. Danke an Valter und Frau!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Engelbert P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Urlaub vom Feinsten
Angenehme Atmosphäre mit richtig netten Gastgebern
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathrin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderbare Gastgeber
Wir danken Valter und Patrizia von Herzen für die wunderbare Zeit in dieser schönen Wohnung. Sie waren herzliche Gastgeber mit dem richtigen Gespür für ihre Gäste. Lieben Dank für die freundliche Begrüßung mit Kuchen, einem Wein und selbst hergestellte Olivenöl. Toller Pool, schöne Möglichkeit, sich beim Tischtennis zu verausgaben und abends noch eine Runde Billard zum Abschluss des Tages oder einfach einen Wein auf der Terrasse genießen. Einfach herrlich und alles wunderbar sauber und liebevoll eingerichtet. Ganz lieben Dank nochmals für das liebe Abschiedsgeschenk ☺️. Bis hoffentlich bald mal wieder. Herzliche Grüße von uns Vieren
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jens S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Top !
Valter and his wife were perfect hosts. We really liked the care with which the owner look after your property. The apartment is in top condition and the amenities such as swimming pool, billiards and table tennis are perfect accessories.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sabine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Erholsamer Aufenthalt in der Nähe von Florenz
Wir hatten einen sehr erholsamen, ruhigen und - durch die Nähe zu Florenz - trotzdem abwechslungsreichen Urlaub. Die Wohnung, der Pool und das Grundstück sind großzügig, super ausgestattet und sehr gepflegt, Valter und seine Frau sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Vermieter. Wir wären gerne länger geblieben und kommen gerne wieder :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Urlaub
Alles perfekt, tolle Lage, tolles Objekt. Jederzeit gerne wieder!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim R., Hamburg, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfekter Ort für Familienurlaub
Die Unterkunft ist super. Die Zimmer sind groß und sehr gut ausgestattet. Auch ohne Klimaanlage war es in der Wohnung Anfang Juli sehr gut auszuhalten. Ein Traum ist der sehr große überdachte Balkon. Der Pool (ca. 9x13 Meter und bis zu 1,90m tief) ist großartig, genauso, wie der gesamte Garten. Valter war sehr zurückhaltend, aber immer sofort für uns da, wenn wir etwas brauchten. Ein wirklich wunderschöner Urlaub. Grazie mille!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021