Villa Amena - historical location:
You want to travel together with a group of friends? You are looking for a house with garden? You would prefer plenty of space and a quiet area? You want to be within easy reach of the Tuscan art cities? And – to top it all – there should be a pool as well? Villa Amena offers all of this and more. This huge house dates back to the time around 1300 and was first mentioned in historical sources in 1427. Although there is nothing left of the antique towers (probably defense towers), mentioned in the documents, the house still looks like a small fortress: the south-west side, which faces the valley, is protected by a sloping wall, on which this massive square building rests. The first impression of a fortress is pleasantly corrected by such decorations as the gracefully curved facade, the arched entrance portal and the small “bell window” above. The large Renaissance windows with their attractive frames, window sills and seats of Pietraserena stone are also worth admiring.
Villa Amena - interior and service:
The villa is largely furnished with antique furniture owned by the family - fitting in well with the rustic, countryside character of the house. Many of the rooms have silkily shining terracotta floors, there are a few wooden ceilings and several antique but well functioning wood stoves. Sit back and enjoy the atmosphere of a house steeped in history and the comfort possible by living together with a large group: Villa Amena has hired staff working in the house and garden (2 hours a day except Sundays). On prior request (when you book the house) it is even possible to organize a cook to prepare a midday or evening meal. There are several restaurants nearby – a particularly good one is 3 km from the house. In summer, the garden invites one to spend more time outside: there is a private pool about 100 m from the house, a shady roof, barbecue and sun loungers on the large lawn. An antique well adorns the spacious garden.
Villa Amena - quiet surrounding:
Villa Amena crowns the top of a hill, on the slopes of Monti della Calvana, in western Mugello. The villa can be reached via a private drive, bordered by age-old cypress trees. A giant chestnut tree, sculptured round bushed and flowers in terracotta pots decorate the gravel forecourt. From here the eye roams over 3500 m2 of garden and the surrounding landscape - private paths lead around the property: This country estate stretches across 150 hectares - olive trees, fields and woods as far as the eye can see. Once you have passed through the entrance gates, you step into a shared inner courtyard. During the refurbishment work, wonderful pillars were discovered and there is even a private chapel. In the summer, the courtyard has garden furniture and is just the place for an outdoor meal. The villa is built around this inner courtyard.
But note: despite this private location it is anyhow a very good starting point for reaching the art cities of Tuscany.
Other Activities:
Hiking
