Location: Anghiari, Tuscany, Italy, Europe (Located 130 Km Florence and Siena, 50 Km Perugia, 200km Roma)
Accommodations: House Country hotel, 7 Bedrooms + Attached Unit, 7 Baths (Sleeps 14-16)
This antique farm complex is situated in the mystical landscape of the Upper Tiber Valley, surrounded by softly rolling hills, cultivated fields, and woodlands that bear witness to the strongly agrarian character of Italy through the centuries - a past which has marked the land as clearly as it has shaped the people who continue to work it.
Located twenty minutes drive east of Arezzo, the property is in easy reach of towns rich in art and history, including Sansepolcro (birthplace of Piero della Francesca and proud keeper of some of his most famous paintings), Anghiari, Monterchi, Citerna, Città di Castello, and Caprese Michelangelo. Slightly farther afield, but still within day-trip range are Florence, Assisi, Gubbio, Cortona, and a chain of sanctuaries built by Saint Francis and his followers, who sought out wild places of great natural beauty in which to meditate and give thanks.
Off the beaten track of the mass tourist market, this property, is nevertheless, at the center of Renaissance Tuscany, offering easy access to the hill towns, museums, craftsmen, restaurants, wine and specialty food shops that make this part of Italy so famous. Its particular appeal is to offer a tranquil country setting, yet with many of the conveniences offered by a well-run country hotel, including short distance from a country road, and a range of possible services and facilities, such as nearby tennis courts, swimming lessons, horseback riding, mountain biking, guided museum and artisan tours. On the grounds are a playground for children and a bocce court.
Excellent children's facilities: On request pram, travel cots, baby baths with head rest, high chairs, potties, sterilising units, food processor, baby listeners and play pens can be provided. Baby sitting available (please book at least 48 hours in advance) Certified horse riding centre specialised in children's lessons nearby.
The house combines the traditional materials of Tuscan farm architecture - huge, chestnut beams, terracotta floors, stone and painted plaster walls—with all the modern conveniences. The spacious rooms have been furnished with classic Tuscan furniture, made from chestnut and wrought iron, including family pieces that recall an earlier era of Italian country life. In order to offer choice in price and size of accommodations, Villa Lilla has been divided into three separate apartments for groups ranging from 8-14 people, with prices adjusted accordingly. It is handicapped accessible.
Each of the apartments has a separate entrance and private outdoor space, with easy access to the pool and communal laundry area, located in a separate building. Each also has a full-service kitchen with dishwasher, and is outfitted with fine linens, towels, hairdryers, and kitchen equipment. In addition to the main house, there is a separate, restored farm building nearby that includes a large country kitchen, living and dining space with open fireplace for parties, birthdays, anniversaries, and other celebrations. Discounts are available for people wishing to celebrate important events at Villa Lilla.
Upon request, our cooks can prepare meals at the house, allowing guests to experience the pleasures of traditional Tuscan cooking in comfort and seclusion. The owners of Villa Lilla can also organize cooking courses at the Buitoni estate near Sansepolcro (the Buitoni family being internationally famous for pasta production) their 18th century villa provides an elegant reminder of the glories of Italy - past and present. A further glimpse of the rich popular traditions of the area are provided in Villa Lilla's small museum, which contains a collection of photographs of peasant life and work in the surrounding valleys.
Situated in the midst of approximately 74 acres of farmlands and forests, the house is surrounded by spectacular, ancient oaks shading meandering stone walls, terraces and flowered walkways that create a welcoming park-like setting, perfect for outdoor barbecuing, dining and lounging. To the side of the house, is an elegant 18 meter by 6 meter swimming pool, providing a beautiful retreat for both relaxation and exercise after a day of sightseeing and shopping in the nearby hill towns.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: In the kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Pool towels, Linens provided, bath and kitchen.
- Covered Parking: Covered Parking
- Gas Fireplace: 4 fireplace electricity
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed: 180-195 two king bed to the flat earth ; three king beds to the mezzanino plan
- Queen Bed: 180 cm in addition in two rooms
- Double Bed: 180 In bedroomstwo in the towers near the sky
- Child Bed: a baby cot
- Convertible Bed: In the salon
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Private Hot Tub
- Private Pool: THE POOL IS VERY VERY NICE 18X6 MT,
- Pool Table
- Foosball
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Only a toaster owen. Catering available: From basic to formal, Just ask for more info.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Includes Tea Kettle & Alluminium Moka espresso coffee maker
- Refrigerator: Full normal size refrigerato w/freezer
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available: It is possible to have private dinners in the villa. We can make special tuscany dinner with the most of the foods come from our farm. Also we can organise catering for special event and wedding.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Patio as Western exposure for sunset dinner views
- Balcony
- Lanai
- Gazebo: Two gazebo:one front of the entrance near the barbecue and onother near the pool.
- View/Location
- Lake View: We have a little lake at the right of the villa and also you can fish in.
- Mountain View: You can see the beautifull appennino forest.
- Golf Course View: Città di Castello Golf.
- Monument View: Tuscany Sansepolcro of Piero della Francesca painter Vasari painter.I della Robbia, Raffaello, Rosso Fiorentino. SAN FRANCESO monastery
- Communications
- Telephone: Mobile telephone available, also fax and internet.
- Cell Phone: available extra from the rent.
- Computer w/ Dial-up Internet
- Other Amenities
- Barbeque, bowling green, archery, mountain bike, lake for fishing, games for the children, private and covered parking, ping pong, calcio balilla, near thennis court available.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): A part of the villa; about 54smq, in front of the garde, with big double bedrooms, kitchen, big bathroom and loggiato in front of the door. Is available and built for Handicapped Acess, also you can moove in all the property without problems, because you can find no stairs and problems with the wellchair.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations): The property is accessible for the weelchair, we have the licence from the italian law.
- Kid Friendly: They will love the pool , the lawns, and the trails
- Smoking Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- also you can have a lot of service; from private dinner in villa, to private guided excursion in mountain bike, road bike.. We organise excursion during day and night in the appennino forest for animals and wolfs sighting, horse riding, wine and oil tasting. NEW 2008 you can reat an original Vespa 125 for 2 people..
Rate Details (In Euro)
Perfect for a family holiday and Summer time or wedding!
FANTASTIC TUSCANY HOME holidays all inclusive Euro 35 a person/day minimum 3day
Christmas and New Year's Eve Holiday Package Euro 30 at person/aday
Nov-Febr-Euro 35pp.Minimum 5 Days- 3% discount on the price list
March-Apr-May Euro 2450,00 14 pp week or 1650 6 pp week
June 3300 Euro 14 pp week or Euro 1.800 6pp. week
July-august Euro 3500,00 Week
September 2010 Euro 3000,00 week 14.pp or Euro 1600 6pp. week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Here we are, Lido and Luca,
We have given a lot of thought about what we would do in the homes we inherited from our great-grandparents - old Tuscan farmers bound to this land. We had initially planned to sell them but then we realized we would regret this decision terribly. Renovation on the houses was done and we thought it would be nice to share all of this with our guests: the lush countryside surrounding the house and some good wine thus reflecting the simplicity of our lifestyle.
So we worked patiently to make Villa Lilla into what you see today. We are happy to offer you a place with bright sunlit rooms, large gardens, swimming pool plus numerous sport activities or simply organize your holidays, anniversaries and weddings.
Above all we wish you a warm welcome!
Why the Owner Chose Anghiari
Further rentals Choose from the numerous electronical and mechanical rentals put at disposal of our clients, ensuring that guests can have a trouble free vacation without having to give up there preferred items such as; Scooters, vespa Piaggio, bicycles, cell phones and much more for an extra special and fun vacation. Luca we offer the following specialized services to bikers.
With external access restricted to villa guests only, your bike will be safe in a special dedicated locked-off area, equipped with racks and hooks.Here you will find all the tools you need to look after and perform routine maintenance on your bike.
An expert cycling guide will be on hand to accompany you and help you along chosen itineraries, both for road and mountain biking.
If on the other hand you prefer individual excursions, our guides will be pleased to give you advice on the route most suitable to your needs.
The villa places at your disposal maps and routes of the area with technical descriptions and text translation.
Property Photos
- The farmhouse - Anghiari, Tuscany, Italy Vacation House
- the pool 18x6 Mt - Anghiari, Tuscany, Italy Vacation House
- dining room wildlife - Anghiari, Tuscany, Italy Vacation House
- one bedrom
- Guided excursion on Mountain bike
- The patio dinner al fresco
- meal Chianina barbeque
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #94853
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