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Villa Cafaggiolo In the mountains
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220+ Reviews on Tripadv... rated "EXCELLENT". 100% TRAVELERS RECOMMEND.
YOU CAN TRUST US... we run this business since 26 years!!!
TRANSFER SERVICE to/from Pontassieve train station
AIR CONDITIONING and INTERNET WI-FI
WE DELIVER AN AUTHENTIC TUSCAN EXPERIENCE !!!!!!!
Lots of ACTIVITIES and SERVICES... COOKING CLASS, PRIVATE CHEF, WINE, OLIVE OIL…
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VILLA CAFAGGIOLO is an ancient stone built farmhouse LOCATED ONLY 12 km east of FLORENCE (15 minutes by car or train).
The Villa is located in the CHIANTI RUFINA Countryside... the most beautiful and still authentic area in Tuscany... and also the closest to Florence!!!
It sets at the top of a hill… so you can enjoy stunning views all around: you'll see only vineyards, olive groves and woods... GREAT LOCATION!!!
The HOUSE "CASA BRUNELLESCHI" in VILLA CAFAGGIOLO sets over 2 levels; it has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and sleeps up to 8 persons (3 double beds + 3 single beds).
The total surface is about 1850 square feet (170 square metres). Plus, a private garden of more than 2000 square feet (about 200 square metres).
So, you’ll get a total of 3850 square feet ONLY FOR YOU!!!
The apartment is completely independent (private entrance).
The living room and dining room have direct access to the private patio-loggia and private garden.
The interiors are full of Italian charm… there is really a warm and homelike atmosphere!!!
The GROUND FLOOR consists of: 1 very big living room + 1 dining room + kitchen.
--Living room is very big. Actually it is composed by 2 rooms: lounge room + fireplace room.
It has a comfortable couches-sofas and armchairs, tables, antique furniture and a working fireplace. A NEW 32” Flat Screen TV and WI-FI internet modem are also available in the living room. The room is very light because of the many, big windows; it has a large door with direct access to the patio-loggia and the garden.
--Dining room is composed by a large table and comfortable chairs (seat 8 persons) for your lunches and dinners. The dining room has direct access to the patio-loggia and the garden.
--Kitchen is fully equipped with sink, stove, electric oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, coffeemaker, kettle, toaster and many, many cooking utensils (pots, pans, bowls, dishes, glasses, cutlery…).
The FIRST FLOOR consists of: 3 big bedrooms + 2 bathrooms.
--Bedroom “1” has 1 double bed (Queen size) and 2 single-twins beds (these 2 beds are upstairs in the mezzanine).
--Bedroom “2” has 1 double bed (Queen size) + 1 single bed + ensuite bathroom + private terrace. This bedroom is very light because 2 walls are glass-walls. The bedroom opens to a lovely, private terrace that offers a nice view over the countryside. Besides, the small table and chairs enable you to sip a warm coffee for breakfast or to drink a glass of Chianti wine at sunset! The bedroom also opens (from another door), to the private garden.
--Bedroom “3” has 1 double bed (Queen size). Furniture includes antique wooden beds, an elegant chest of drawers, bedside tables... An iron staircase leads you to a small mezzanine where a wardrobe is located.
Bedrooms n.2 and n.3 are linked by a door.
All the beds are made up with crisp fresh linen (high thread 100% cotton); the bath towels are also 100% good quality cotton. We supply linens and towels at no cost; they are included in the rental price (weekly changes). Mattresses are almost new, hence you’ll have a restful sleep!!!
--Bathroom "1" has white Italian tiles and a large wardrobe for all your stuff; it is equipped with bathtub, shower, 2 basins/sinks, bidet, toilet, hairdryer, towels.
--Bathroom "2" is an ensuite bathroom; has white tiles and a window. It is equipped with shower, basin/sink, toilet, towels.
The GARDEN
The garden is about 2000 square feet large (200 square metres). It is completely private (only for you!!!) and completely fenced (safe for your children!!!).
The garden has a covered patio-loggia, just in front of the living room and the dining room, and a big lawn surrounded by jasmines, hedges and other trees.
Also, there is a BBQ and a dining table with chairs (seats 8 persons) for Al Fresco Dining and some sunbeds.
The CASA BRUNELLESCHI is fully equipped with:
WIFI internet access, Air Conditioning, NEW 32” Flat Screen TV, working fireplace, independent heating, washing machine, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, linens, towels and blankets, private barbeque in the private garden, outside garden furniture.
The kitchen is fully equipped with:
stove, oven, fridge, freezer, coffeemaker, boiler, toaster, dishes, lots of pots and pans, several cutleries.
The SWIMMING POOL with SALTWATER
The swimming pool is about 20 feet large and 38 feet long (about 5,5x11,5 meters).
It's a saltwater pool (we add no chlore but salt) which makes the water healthy and silky.
The area around the pool is equipped with chairs, sun umbrellas and sun loungers.
From the swimming pool you will enjoy a characteristic view of the greenery and of the garden. The pool is open from May 1 to September 30.
The VILLA CAFAGGIOLO ESTATE is composed by several hectares of land cultivated with vineyards and olive groves; tranquillity and relax are assured, at the same time the Villa is only 2 km from the village of PONTASSIEVE, where you can find all the modern amenities: shops, banks, excellent restaurants, tennis courts. There is also a TRAIN STATION, that offers fast and cheap connections to Florence. Trains run every 20 minutes and it takes only 20 minutes ride to get in Florence downtown.
We provide TRANSFERS from the Villa to the train station.
This is A GREAT PLUS!!!
The VILLA is very CLOSE to FLORENCE (15 minutes drive; 20 minutes by train) and within 1 hour drive from mostly of the main attractions and sights that we have in Tuscany: Pisa, Siena, Lucca, San Gimignano, Greve in Chianti, Arezzo, Cortona, Viareggio, Forte dei Marmi...
Roma and Venice are less the 2 hours far (by car or train).
If you need a help to organize your day trips..., I’ll be happy to help you with useful suggestions and easy itineraries to discover the Wonderful Tuscany!
For shopping lovers, we recommend to reach THE MALL , a luxury OUTLET centre where you can find the most famous Italian and International high fashion brands: PRADA, GUCCI, Ferragamo, Armani, Valentino, Ysl, Dolce & Gabbana and many others…
The Mall Outlet is only 10 minutes drive from Villa Cafaggiolo, in the town of Leccio.
The following is a list of EXPERIENCES, ACTIVITIES and SERVICES that we can propose to our Guests:
1) PRE-ARRIVAL STOCKED KITCHEN
2) FARM FOODSTUFFS
3) TUSCANY FLAVOURS BASKET
4) TUSCANY DINNER prepared for you by a PRIVATE CHEF
5) TUSCANY COOKING CLASSES
6) OLIVE OIL TASTING
7) POOL TOWELS and SUN MATTRESSES for DECK CHAIRS (SUN LOUNGES)
8) COT-CRIB and HIGH CHAIR
9) PRIVATE TRANSFERS (from/to PONTASSIEVE trail station)
If you are interested in some of these Experiences, Activities and Services, just let us know and we’ll send you further details...
REVIEWS on TRIP…
"" Everything there is amazing and exactly what you'd expect if you want a Tuscan experience. It was like a movie.
The views from the property were outstanding and the hospitality would not be matched.
This family goes above and beyond for guests. … I could go on and on about this place... It was a dream.
Amazing! and I would very highly recommend it for anyone looking for that true Tuscan experience. ."" Amy
"" How can you put into words the perfect month in Tuscany?? Two words: Villa Cafaggiolo!!!
The most magnificent place to spend time in Italy. La Dolce Vita... "" Betty
"" We were very happy with the Villa Cafaggiolo on a week's family holiday. I had searched through a of lovely looking villa's in Tuscany but was delighted with the end choice!
We had a very warm welcome from Paola and we instantly hit it off.
Paola and Niccolo were very helpful suggesting local hot spots and where to go.
The villa is very well kept and in a very quiet little spot but close enough to the nearby towns for food, restaurants. We felt like we had the place completely to ourselves and enjoyed relaxing by the pool. I loved waking up to singing birds..."" Jennifer
"" I have stayed at Villa Cafaggiolo several times in the past 4 years. It is a beautiful property, perfectly situated on a commuter train line 20 minutes East of Florence. The property itself is very picturesque with all of the buildings done in Tuscan farm style. There is a lovely swimming pool and a rose garden. But what makes the experience of visiting Cafaggiolo so memorable is the warmth and friendliness and helpfulness of the owners, the Pucci family. They are always ready with a recommendation of where to eat, what to see, where to get the best gelato in Florence,etc. They truly treat the guests as if they are family, and many guests are repeat customers. They love what they do, and it shows. They are the perfect innkeepers!""Lisa
"" Such a beautiful spot off the beaten path! The Pucci family has paid attention to every detail to make Villa Cafaggiolo the perfect place to call home while exploring Tuscany. We stayed in the Giotto Apartment. It was so cozy and welcoming.
The architectural detail of the space is a story in itself. So well done!
The decor is charming and filled with collectables found at local flea markets.
The beds are beyond comfortable with wonderful crisp ironed sheets and personal down comforters designed by Paola! Genious!..."" Karen