Villa in Florence - No Car Needed, Terrific Views. Exclusive Pool, Garden, Wi-Fi
About the property
- Villa3928 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms5
- Sleeps12
- Bathrooms4
- Half Baths2
- Minimum Stay4 - 7 nights
Private and exclusive pool and garden. Sleeps 12. 5 Bedrooms. 4 Baths.
Florence city centre is at just 10 minutes by public bus!
You will not need a car to enjoy the city and Villa Acacia.
If you have ever been to Florence you know this is a town where “suburbs” takes on a very special meaning. Just outside the very hectic "circonvallazioni", the main arteries that lead into and out of the city center, are a host of picturesque residential areas where the aristocratic and wealthy built their spacious villas in the shade of huge umbrella pines.
Cypress trees line the narrow roads that wind upwards past olive groves and tiny vineyards, so that almost at once you forget about the noisy city you just left behind. But it’s there, visible from every curve and terrace, dominated by Brunelleschi’s inexplicable cupola and the forboding tower of Palazzo Vecchio.
What a perfect combination, to have the sights of the Renaissance city but not the smells, sounds and mayhem of 21st century Firenze!
The house is very spacious with plenty of room for a group of ten people: you can party together and enjoy your own time of privacy. The terrace on the roof, the one off the master bedroom and the side of the garden with the swimming pool have wonderful views of the city in the distance. You can see the Duomo towards South and enjoy the pleasant sights of the countryside hills in the other directions. Not to talk about sunsets…
This 17th century villa occupies a hillside on the old road to Bologna, just fifteen minutes north of the city center. It has its own 4500 square foot garden, with a swimming pool that occupies one of the natural terraces where lemon trees used to be cultivated in a great earthenware vases. Facing this side of the property is the glass-enclosed room where those trees were protected in winter; now it holds a table where six people can dine with a view of the Duomo.
At the other end of the garden is a cottage with a washing machine, dryer, iron and board, and a small WC. Also occupying the ground floor of the villa are a comfortable sitting room with couches, chairs and satellite TV, a dining room whose table can open up to accommodate sixteen people, a living room with a fireplace, armchairs and telephone. These rooms have stunning casement ceilings. Next to the dining room is a kitchen, furnished with a full fridge and freezer, oven, range top, microwave, Nespresso machine, American coffeemaker, and dishwasher. It has a table for two, and opens onto a covered pergola with dining for the entire group.
Upstairs, the spacious master bedroom has a double bed, a roomy wardrobe and a door onto a private terrace overlooking the city. Next door is a bathroom with shower and tub. Across the hall from the bathroom, a door opens onto a tiny back street, perfect for unloading bags and parking if you have more than one car.
The next two bedrooms share a balcony: one has two twin beds, the second has a full sized bed and a single bed. Then there is a suite with its own entrance, featuring a double bedroom, small kitchen and bathroom with shower.
Another flight of stairs leads up to the last bedroom, which has a double bed and a bathroom with a stall shower.
But the villa has more to offer! On the roof, reached by a comfortable flight of stairs, is a large terrace with deck chairs and one of the best views to be found for miles.
All the windows in the house have screens, the property is gated and surrounded by a wall, and in the garden is a built-in brick barbeque.
Just down the street are several small shops and only 100 yards from the door is the stop for the city bus that goes straight down to the center of town (Piazza San Marco, the bus runs about every 10 minutes and the trip Villa-San Marco takes 10-15 minutes).
Property Manager
Lorenzo
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within a few hours
- Speaks:
- english, italian
- Calendar last updated:
- Apr 12, 2018
About Lorenzo
Hello I am Lorenzo, I am an open minded person, I like to travel, care about honesty and environment. I gained professional skills in the marketing and trade marketing departments of multinational firms, fast moving consumer goods segment. Good interpersonal skills, creativity, strong interest in commercial policy, continuous struggle for innovation, optimization and growth and the attention to return on investment are some of my strengths. The analysis of opportunities and risks related to the choice of becoming an entrepreneur brought me to “invent” a service which until now was not offered, although desired by many: the management of their real estate investments through a complete knowledge of legal affairs, an operative efficiency and a careful analysis on available data. Managing touristic lease is the best part of my job, as I often come to know fascinating clients and at the end of their stay we have each other a new international friend.
Lorenzo purchased this Villa in 1950
Amenities
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Air Conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12
- Master Bedroom1 queen, 1 baby crib, 2 sleep sofa /futon, with wide private terrace with view - in suite bathroom
- Yellow bedroom1 queen, In suite bathroom
- Blue Bedroom2 twin/ single, two 47 inches (120 cm) beds - balcony
- Green Bedroom2 twin/ single, two 33,5 (85 cm) beds - balcony
- Red Bedroom on top of the Villa1 queen, In suite bathroom - rooftop terrace with The View
- Cot available upon request. In suite bathrooms can be used also as house bathrooms without disturbing the ones staying in the bedroom.
Bathrooms
- 4 Bathrooms, 2 Half Baths
- Bathroom 1toilet, combination tub/shower
- Bathroom 2toilet, shower
- Bathroom 3toilet, shower
- Bathroom 4toilet, shower
- Bathroom 5toilet, and sink
- Bathroom 6toilet, and sink
- Bathroom 7shower, outdoor shower
Location Type
- Downtown
- Rural
- Town
- Village
Theme
- Away From It All
- Family
- Farm Holidays
- Historic
- Romantic
- Tourist Attractions
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Linens Provided
- Air ConditioningUpon consumption
- Hair Dryer
- HeatingUpon consumption
- InternetHi speed Wifi in the whole Villa
- Iron & Board
- Fireplace
- Living RoomSofas, armchairs (up to 10 seats), Chromecast TV, Stereo..
- ParkingLot of room on the public road nearby the entrance.
- TelephoneLocal telephone calls included
- Towels Provided
- Tumble Dryer
- Washing Machine
Kitchen
- Coffee MakerNespresso, american coffee maker, moka, kettle
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- KitchenKitchen fully equipped
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Child's Highchair
- Dining
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 14 people
Entertainment
- DVD Player
- Satellite / CableJust free to air channels
- Stereo
- TelevisionEquipped with Chromecast
Outside
- Balcony
- Deck / PatioMany and Lots of spots with terrific views
- Lawn / Garden600 square metres
- Outdoor Grill
- Porch / VerandaThe French windows room. Seats 8
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
Pool / Spa
- Private Pool1,5 meter depp, 8x4 meters. By the beautiful wooden sundeck with view.
Onsite Services
- Chauffeur
- Concierge
- Massage
- Private Chef
Attractions
- autumn foliage
- churches
- library
- live theater
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
- synagogues
- winery tours
Leisure Activities
- bird watching
- outlet shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- Babysitter
- groceries
- laundromat
- massage therapist
Sports & Adventure Activities
- cycling
- golf
- hiking
- mountain biking
House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
Canceled bookings will not receive a refund
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my team and I always aim to provide the best and struggle to improve.
This concerns also the included personal concierge service, in case you need help with transfers, guided tours in and around Florence, professional massages or excellent Italian cuisine sit down dinners directly at the Villa for our guests.
I look forward hosing you again!
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Additional information about rental rates
Eventual usage of air conditioning and Heating is not included and based upon usage, but it is granted not to be over 300 Euro per week. Not included in the price is the city tax, due in cash upon check in. 2,5 Euro per day per declared host until the seventh day: longer stays pay just the same as for 7 days. At check in a damage deposit of 500 Euro is requested. To be refund upon check out. Rates are subject to chance until reservation is confirmed.