Location: Barberino di Mugello, Firenze (Florence) Province, Tuscany, Italy, Europe (Only 20 kilometers North of Florence)
Accommodations: Villa, 4 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2.5+ Baths (Sleeps 9)
Keywords: Renaissance Villa near Florence
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 southwest 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.
At the end of the 16th century, the house was purchased by a Florentine margrave and has remained in the same family since then. The villa has recently been renovated and is now available for vacations during the summer months.
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 bushes, and flowers in terracotta pots decorate the gravel forecourt. From here the eye roams over 3500 square meters 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.
The interiour of the house is simple and functional. The kitchen is small considering the size of the villa, it is a kichenette. 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. On request upon arrival it is possible to organize a cook from Monday to Friday to prepare a midday or evening meal. 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.
The 600 m2 large house is laid out on the ground floor. The rooms are arranged as follows:
1 entrance hall with central 18th century billiard table and several seats along the walls
1 living room with sofa group in front of the fireplace
1 small TV room
1 dining room with large wooden table for 10 people
1 kitchenette in a small walk-through-room (fitted with stove, fridge and dishwasher)
2 double rooms (beds can be arranged as twins)
1 twin-bed room with en suite bathroom (shower)
1 twin-bed room with additional bed for a 3rd person/only for a child (leads through to other rooms)
1 bathroom (shower)
2 guest washrooms
An estate steward might live for some weeks during the year in part of the top floor - he is responsible for the garden and the surrounding countryside. This apartment cannot be reached via the guest rooms but is accessed through a separate entrance, leading off from the above mentioned courtyard, hence not intruding on the privacy of the guests.
There are several restaurants nearby - a particularly good one is 3 km from the house. Florence is within easy reach via the motorway. To avoid traffic congestions in the inner city area and the difficulty of finding a parking space, we recommend that you use public transport for travelling into Florence. There is a bus connection from Barberino di Mugello (approx. 10 minutes by car) and a train connection from S. Piero a Sieve (approx. 15 minutes by car) to the station S. Maria Novella, which is in the city centre of Florence. The bus and train timetables are available in the house.
In the out let shop of the Maria Luisa company located at the highway exit of Barberino di Mugello just 4 km from the property you will find a wide choice of the most famous designer fashion.
On shore of Lake Bilancino (the largest lake of Tuscany) at 5 km from the house, there are water sports facilities during summer time (boat rental, sailing, surfing), and there are a number of scenic trekking routes that begin at the lake. An 18-hole golf course is located in Scarperia at 18 km from Villa Amena.
In summer, the garden invites one to spend more time outside. There is a private pool about 100 meters from the house, a shady roof, barbecue, and sun loungers on the large lawn. An antique well adorns the spacious garden.
Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information.
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Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Linens Provided
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (5)
- Child Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Gazebo
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Fireplace, billiard table, TV (regional channels), telephone, fax, dishwasher, washing machine, ironing equipment, garage for several cars, courtyard, private garden with BBQ, private pool.
- Suitability
- Kid Friendly
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In Euros)
High Season .. € 3150 / week.
Low Season ... € 2800 / week.
The prices refer to an occupancy of 8 people per week.
Bed, bath and kitchen linens, water, pool cleaning service all included.
Maid service (2 hours house cleaning per day): EUR 200 mandatory fee per week.
Electricity and gas: EUR 100 set price per week.
Baby bed and high chair available: free of charge.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
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- The facade of Villa Amena - Barberino di Mugello, Florence, Tuscany, Italy Holiday Villa
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- Al fresco dining under the century-old tree - Barberino di Mugello, Florence, Tuscany, Italy Holiday Villa
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- The private pool - Barberino di Mugello, Florence, Tuscany, Italy Holiday Villa
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- Four spacious bedrooms
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- The billiard in the entrance hall
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