Location: Anghiari, Arezzo Province, Tuscany, Italy, Europe (Located 20 Km Arezzo, 130Km Florence Siena, 45 Km Assisi) View Map
Accommodations: Country House / Chateau, 7 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 7 Baths (Sleeps 14-15)
Keywords: Rental Perfect for Holidays at ‘ Ferraguzzo’ Luxury Self-Catering villa, with services,easily reachable by car, an old independent stone farmhouse,with deluxe pool, tennis cout, panoramic terrace and balcony.
This antique lovely holiday villa, with private pooll is situated in Tuscany , in the hills above Anghiari , 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 Ferraguzzo has been divided into three separate apartments for groups ranging from 8-14 people, with prices adjusted accordingly. It is handicapped accessible.
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 Ferraguzzo.This Countrhy house is ideal for family groups as it is composed of several smaller villas. It is a comfortable well-furnished property with an excellent position for sightseeing trips to both Tuscany and Umbria.
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 Ferraguzzo 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 Ferraguzzo'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.
Spring is the best period for an extraordinary experience in the Tuscany countryside, Ferraguzzo is the perfect location for walking, biking in the nature, shopping in the factory store of Prada and Gucci, visit the main Italian city as Siena, Florence, Rome, Assisi, Gubbio, Pisa in maximum of 100 km.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : In the kitchen
- Linens Provided : Pool towels, Linens provided, bath and kitchen.
- Washer
- Dryer
- Covered Parking : Covered Parking
- Gas Fireplace : 4 fireplace electricity
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed (7) : 180-195 two king bed to the flat earth ; three king beds to the mezzanino plan
- Queen Bed (2) : 180 cm in addition in two rooms
- Convertible Bed : In the salon sofa.
- Child Bed : a baby cot
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub
- Cable/Satellite TV (3) : SATELLITE TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Pool Table
- Foosball
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Private Pool : THE POOL IS VERY VERY LARGE 18X6, Deep MT,1,50 -12 MT . cleaning and checking daily
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : The kitchen nex to dining room is very large and seats 14. It have doors that open onto the portico (with further seating). Very well equipped, including large electric hob with oven; a large fridge/freezer dishwasher,coffe machine,toaster etc
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Includes Tea Kettle & Alluminium Moka espresso
- Refrigerator (2) : 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 : Caldese Golf a Città di Castello Antognola Golf.
- Monument View : The 800 year old medieval walled town of Anghiari is on the borders of Tuscany and Umbria, one of Europe's most colorful countrysides. You can live in a Country house which is part of the old world, with stunning views from the windows. The museums & picture galleries in Florence, Sienna, Perugia, Arrezzo and Sansepulchro are in easy driving distance; the Anghiari music festival in July is just one of many great classical and jazz events. The vineyards are outstanding, and all the local Italians love Americans who liberated them.
- Communications
- Telephone : Mobile telephone available, also fax and internet.
- Cell Phone : available extra from the rent.
- Computer w/ Dial-up Internet
- WiFi (Wireless 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,Vespa Piaggio.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Your dog is welcome friend
- 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
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Hiking
- 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. Luca organize your wedding or significant birthday or anniversary with all your friends and family
Rate Details (In Euro)
Perfect for a Families holiday in Summer time or any time.Weddings and Honeymoons
03 March - 25 May 2012 Euro 2500/Week TOO BEATIFUL TO LEAVE!!!
26 May - 01 Sep 2012 Euro 3600/ Week all inclusive
01 Sep-29 Sept 2012 Euro 3300/week all Inclusive: Food, Wine, Oil tours organised
30 Sept - 27 Oct 2012 Euro 2700/week all inclusive
Happy Birthday in Tuscany if your birthday is celebrated while you are staying at
Ferraguzzo you will receive a cake and a nice present from us!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Anghiari
You can live in a Country house which is part of the old world, with stunning views from the windows. The museums & picture galleries in Florence, Sienna, Perugia, Arrezzo and Sansepulchro are in easy driving distance; the Anghiari music festival in July is just one of many great classical and jazz events. The vineyards are outstanding, and all the local Italians love Americans who liberated them. THE POOL is a very Olympian 16m x 8m and is 1.5-1,90 m in depth and has roman steps that are perfect for relaxing on and taking in the views
There is a shaded paddling pool with toys for small children and babies.
The Unique Benefits at this Country House / Chateau
Try before..buy! Lido and Luca will organize your unforgettable italian wedding in their indipendent tuscan villa. Stay for 1 week in April or September to try the hospitality of the family and if you proceed with the wedding booking the entire stay cost will be refunded! A presto.
It is a wonderful time to holiday here. Walk in the Appennini mountains, enjoy breathtaking views, amidst beautiful alpine flowers. If a leisurely holiday is more your style, lounge by the pool or visit Toscana and Umbria excellent towons . Alternatively the area offers horse riding, guided walks, sailing and golf.
Cooking lessons with professional chef or Umbrian Tuscan -housewives: learn how to make your own typical Umbrian/Tuscan dishes.
You will need to give three days notice prior to booking.
Min 4 max 14 persons Fashion Outlets: Within an hour’s drive, you can find Italy’s top fashion labels, as well as designer labels from all over the world. Among the names are Prada, The Mall (an outlet covering many designer names), Gucci
Owner's Map of Anghiari
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 Ferraguzzo 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!
Property Photos
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- It is well equipped and furnished with large open terraces and beautifully well
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- Lido with his young guests in the garden
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- Extremely spacious Kitchen
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- The patio dinner al fresco It has a large private terrace and a private garden
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Traveler Reviews (10)
OUR FANTASTIC SUMMER HOLIDAY 2011
Guest: KB
(Krokstadelva, Nedre Eiker, Buskerud, Norway)
Date of Stay: 06/25/11
Review Submitted: 10/04/11
Last autumn my wife and I started talking about the summer holiday 2011. We started looking for a house to rent in Tuscany and she found Villa Ferraguzzo by “accident”. This villa looked too good to be true but she submitted a price request immediately. This villa was just what we had in mind as the whole family, ourselves, our two sons and their families, wanted to go. Three flats with seven bedrooms meant that we also could have visitors. Arriving in Rome in the afternoon and heading north towards Villa Ferraguzzo in the dark was a new experience as the road signs and the GPS didn’t marry up as expected. At 2 o’clock in the morning we arrived Villa Ferraguzzo. Luca and his dad Lido were waiting for us and gave us a warm welcome. Waking up the next day was nothing else but fantastic! The villa, the garden, the pool, the surrounding areas, everything was beyond our expectations. The photos on their website do not serve the villa right! It took us a couple of days to wind down and to understand that we were as close to heaven as we possibly could be still being alive. It is a quiet place and the only noise that could be heard was a few cars on the road close by and some tractors out on the field. We heard the birds singing and the wind blowing gently in the trees. Our grandchildren had a fantastic time, mainly in the pool, enjoying every second of our two weeks stay. If you are looking for a place to recharge your batteries, Villa Ferraguzzo can be recommended! Villa Ferraguzzo even has its own restaurant in the adjacent building. This restaurant is open on request and they served very good typical Italian food. Luca and his dad Lido doesn’t know the word no. They are doing whatever possible to make the holiday as comfortable as possible. Whatever your request is, they fix it. They were around every day, either to make sure that the stay was as perfect as possible or to cut the lawn, clean the pool or any other maintenance required. Luca organize whatever you want to do, either a trip to see all the fantastic towns in the surrounding areas, a course to learn how to make Italian pizza or anything else such as a visit to a wine producer in Chianti. Luca did also organize a taxi to Arezzo and the train for the departure of our friends. Thank you Luca and Lido, you brought our holiday experience to a whole new level! We will be back without a shadow of a doubt!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Fantastico!!!
Guest: Patrizia
(Carlsbad, California (San Diego County) USA)
Date of Stay: 06/12/11
Review Submitted: 07/01/11
We stayed 12 days at Ferraguzzo and had a wonderful time. Everything was perfect! The villa is well maintained. The rooms are all beautifully appointed and very spacious. The pool and outside grounds were spotless. Luca and Lido were wonderful hosts and were very helpful with each and every request. Our son is in a wheelchair and the villa is quite accessible! We had 11 people in our group and Ferraguzzo has plenty of space for everyone!! I would recommend this beautiful villa to everyone! We look forward to a return visit!! Grazie Luca e Lido!!!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Great second stay – thank you!
Guest: emy56
(UK)
Date of Stay: 09/18/10
Review Submitted: 01/21/11
We’ve had a lovely relaxing time, Great views and loads of clean fresh air. Breakfast ‘al fresco’ was a real treat. Beautiful rooms and grounds, great hospitality. Thank you
Recommended for:People with disabilities.
Very wonderful time
Guest: rosy
(UK)
Date of Stay: 04/17/10
Review Submitted: 01/21/11
"We’ve had a wonderful time relaxing here and sight-seeing – thanks for sharing your enthusiasm and love for life in Italy. You could not have been more welcoming to us – the house were perfect. Thanks Lido and Luca for a great holiday. "
Recommended for:Families with teenagers.
Guest: Clare, Henry and Penelope
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Date of Stay: 04/17/10
Review Submitted: 01/21/11
We’ve had a wonderful time relaxing here and sight-seeing – thanks for sharing your enthusiasm and love for life in Italy. You could not have been more welcoming to us – the house were perfect. Thanks Lido and Luca for a great holiday.
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Guest: Alberto & Linda
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Date of Stay: 05/15/10
Review Submitted: 07/30/10
We can't stop talking about our experiences in and around the villa. The children miss their "playground" with the pool and lots of space to run and play. For our family, the Villa was the IDEAL place for us. I visited many sites, but your villa suited our "family" lifestyle. I'm pleased that you included our stories on your site. I know that others with or without family will enjoy the peace, quiet, comfort and relaxing atmosphere that the villa provided us. We would hope that others would establish the same relationship we developed with your family. We believe the long stay gave us that opportunity. I know we'll do it again, perhaps in a couple of years. Thank you again for your generous words regarding our family. We do want to stay in touch; you might find others recommended by us who will want to visit. http://www.alstravels.com/2010/07/vacanze-ferraguzzo.html Abracci a tutti, Alberto & Linda
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Guest: Emily
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Date of Stay: 07/18/09
Review Submitted: 04/01/10
Dear Luca, I wanted to thank you for everything you and your father did to make our vacation at Casa Ferraguzzo so wonderful. The house was amazing, the food was delicious, and you were so kind to us. The extra effort you all put into the party for Mike and Rose was so appreciated. We all loved it. Everything was so perfect it was magical! We can't thank you enough! Please also give our thanks to Barbara! She was so lovely with our children. All the best, Emily
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Guest: Katy
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Date of Stay: 08/15/09
Review Submitted: 03/27/10
Hi Luca , I have been meaning to write ever since our lovely holiday. We all had such a fantastic holiday, the house is just beautiful, the location perfect, the pool was stunning and the location breathtaking!!!! We were all so sad to come home and is has been like winter here .Tank you to you, to Lido for making the holiday so lovely and the meal you prepared on the last nigth was superb !!!! We will return again to Villa Lilla, as soon as we possibly can ! I think we could happily live there forever !! With very best wishes Kathy
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