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Stunning Farmhouse in Florentine hills Sleeps 8

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Loggia
Drawing room
Dining room
Swimming pool
loggia from front

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Arno River
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Lastra a Signa
  • Place, Arno River
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Ponte Vecchio
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Stunning Farmhouse in Florentine hills Sleeps 8

This charming period farmhouse is a country family retreat, the perfect place to relax and unwind with the treasures of Florence on your doorstep. Set on a beautiful peaceful hillside 18 km from Florence, the traditional farmhouse has been meticulously restored by its owners, retaining its original stone arches, beamed ceilings and terracotta floors. The well furnished and equipped main house is cool, with three double bedrooms and one three bed room, plus 3 bathrooms.
Oriental fabrics and pastel colours define the large, airy living areas, opening onto the terraces surrounding the house. The courtyard, pergola, terraces and loggia provide unparalleled outside living and dining areas with stunning views. Surrounded by pretty gardens and terraced grounds (6 hectares), the house has a lovely 12 m pool. Very comfortable and child-friendly, basic help included and cooking can be arranged as required.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 493783
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Lastra a Signa

Located in Lastra a Signa, this holiday home is in a rural area. Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and Pitti Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Ponte Vecchio. Travelling with kids? Consider Tenuta San Vito and Hidron. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Lastra a Signa

What's nearby

  • Arno River - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 30 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 34 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 37 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 37 min drive - 22.5 km

Getting around

  • Lastra A Signa Station - 9 min drive
  • Aldo Moro Tram Stop - 18 min drive
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪cdp capraia - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Biagio Pignatta - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Bombardier - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Pasticceria Reale - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante da Delfina - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning Farmhouse in Florentine hills Sleeps 8 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Stunning Farmhouse in Florentine hills Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Stunning Farmhouse in Florentine hills Sleeps 8?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Farmhouse in Florentine hills Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Farmhouse in Florentine hills Sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Farmhouse in Florentine hills Sleeps 8 located?

This family-friendly Lastra a Signa holiday home is located in a rural location, 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Arno River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tenuta San Vito and Renai Park. Hidron and I Gigli Shopping Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Tuscan Villa

The villa was rustic and lovely as advertised. The view is incredible and property beautiful. Eleanor was a great host and very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heel fijn vakantie

Very comfortable interior, clean, fairly well maintained, needs more attention to keeping the house and patios cool during very hot weather, and more comfortable outside seating and umbrellas.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2022
Thank you for your review. During a prolonged heatwave - 2022 is unprecedented - it is difficult to be comfortable outside during the day, unless by the pool. Enjoy the early morning and evenings on the terraces and stay by the pool and in the house during the day. I am sorry you did not find the outside seating comfortable: the house is a country house and the teak chairs and benches outside are in keeping with the style. We also have plenty of deck chairs, pool loungers and inflatable pool beds.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

adam s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

28 wedding anniversary

We had a great time! The views are spectacular and the location is perfect for touring Tuscany towns with good access to Florence. Eleanor was helpful, answering our queries throughout the day and night. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location, fantastic holiday

A huge thank you for a fantastic holiday! The beautiful house and setting were perfect while the excellent pool, air con, spacious rooms and amenities ensured we had a brilliant family holiday, despite a 40 degree heatwave. The villa’s proximity to Florence and so many other locations is obviously a pivotal feature, but it’s the villa, its grounds and the views down the hillside that are most remarkable. It’s an amazing location that I’m struggling to find superlatives for - it’s simply stunning. Thank you again - we had one of the best family holidays ever!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

peter f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Rural Villa

The hosts were easily contacted and provided us with helpful local travel information in advance of our stay. This was much appreciated. The villa is accurately depicted in the photographs. Full of character and charm. The facilities are excellent and the kitchen well equipped. The pool is large and grounds are attractive. The house access of the road is quite steep and you need to be careful entering the drive from the road. We would highly recommend the property as a base for exploring this area of Tuscany. If you are visiting Florence the rail station is a 5-10 minute drive with good parking options.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

David E.

Beautiful relaxing property

My parents and partner and I were lucky enough to spend 9 nights here. The house is large and fitted out with good quality furnishing. This house is used and well lived in by the owners so it is not your regular holiday rental. After arriving we felt very much at home for 9 nights and it was hard to leave the place to explore Tuscany. The beautiful pool is set back from the property and we used it daily. The olive tree next to the pool has a day bed/tree house which was perfect for reading. Property is extremely private and peaceful we would highly recommend it to anyone. Florence was an easy drive away and close by a large shopping centre had everything we needed to stock up for our stay. We had a local Lady Monica come several times and she cooked for us and kept the house clean. It really was such a lovely holiday.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blissful two weeks in the Florentine hills

We had a wonderful stay here for two weeks in August 2024. Eleanor and her family couldn't have been more helpful with logistics before, during and after our stay (including finding my son's retainers and sending them on to him at boarding school....!). The property and gardens are absolutely beautiful with lots of spots for sitting and relaxing. The location at the end of a steep and narrow driveway, along with the views from the swimming pool across the Arno, gave a real sense of seclusion, making for a proper escape from the realities of every day life. We had three meals cooked for us by a local lady, which were delicious, Tuscan, and almost too much food for two adults and four teenagers. Train into Florence and Pisa was super convenient (15 minute drive to station, ample parking), and we discovered the wonderful Edy Piu restaurant nearby and visited a couple of times. Large supermarket with everything you need 15 minutes away by car. It was 35-37C most days, and so the airconditioning in the bedrooms was very welcome. All-in-all exactly what we wanted and would gladly visit again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2024
It is always a pleasure to rent to lovely families who enjoy their holidays and the beauty of Tuscany with all it has to offer. Thank you!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Denise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great potential but fell short of expectations

The property is beautiful, and has much to credit it. The facilities are perfect for a family holiday, set in amazing countryside and conveniently located for getting into Florence via the train. However, we were beset by issues with the water supply. The property relies on a well for its water, and for the majority of our stay we were either without all water, or missing hot water, at various stages each day, because of problems with the pump and/or the boiler. Obviously this made washing and cooking difficult – it wasn’t much fun to get back from a hot and sweaty day in Florence to find we couldn’t shower or use the toilets. Whilst the host did their best to resolve the issues, it was still a huge inconvenience. The mosquitoes made it impossible to eat outdoors, but I don’t think this is a problem specific to this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2024
We were shocked and very sorry to receive this 2 star review. A first for us. In trying to understand we can only imagine that the brief interruption in plumbing services, which was rectified within hours, and for which a large discount was requested, seemed entirely unfair and inappropriate. We were under the impression that our swift attention and resolution of the issue was well within reasonable expectations for anyone renting an old Tuscan farm. The charm and history of any Tuscan farm will ocassionally be interrupted with a nominal inconvenience. For 15 years we have taken great joy and pride in sharing our home for a couple weeks a year with families from around the world. We received our first low rating with dismay and take it very personally.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional views. Within easy reach of Tuscan cities. Air conditioned bedrooms and a lovely stone enclosure to sit in at night. Wonderful views from the pool. Really helpful and responsive. 10/10
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudio D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastische Unterkunft

Wir haben uns im Haus von Eleanor sehr wohl gefühlt und haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Das Haus bietet sehr viel Platz und ist top ausgestattet und wird sehr gepflegt. Der Pool war ebenfalls ein Highlight, welchen wir zu unserer alleinigen Benutzung zur Verfügung hatten. Der Pool und die Umgebung sind auch in hervorragendem Zustand und werden laufend gereinigt (Kompliment an Fernando). Vom Haus ist man in rund 30 Minuten in Florenz, daher bietet es eine hervorragende Ausgangslage für Exkursionen in der näheren und ferneren Umgebung (beispielsweise aus Siena, San Gimignano, Lucca oder ans Meer. Vielen Dank an Eleanor für den sehr netten Empfang und die guten Tips u.a. für Restaurants in der Umgebung. Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Friedrich S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Außergewöhnlich

Traumhaft gelegenes, sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtetes Anwesen wie aus dem Bilderbuch. Sehr netter Kontakt zur äußerst hilfsbereiten Eigentümerin. Trotz Nähe zu Florenz eine Location in der Toskana fernab der Touristenströme.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Johannes L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Herrliches Haus, Grundstück und Pool

Ein wunderschöner Ort, um sich mit großer Familie zu erholen und schöne Ausflüge zu unternhmen, besonders nach Florenz. Besonders genossen haben wir den sehr großen Pool mit schöner Aussicht ins Arnotal und mit schöner Wiese drumherum und sonnigen und schattigen Plätzen (Baumhaus im Olivenbaum). Die Auffahrt zum Grundstück ist sehr steil und kurvig, aber für geübte Autofahrer gut zu machen. Insgesamt ein tolles Anwesen!!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liselotte M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location with a lot of privacy

Very beautiful location. Pool and the view are amazing. A lot of space and privacy around the house. We loved the wood oven to make our own pizza. The owner of the house was very friendly and willing to help with any question we had.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ekkehard L.

Outstanding Vacation House Near Florence

After two years my close family, consisting of seven members within three Generations, spent again one week in an elegant and spacious vacation home near Lastra a Signa, not far from Florence (Tuscany). This separately and quietly located and completely restored house (obviously a former farmhouse) on the top of a hill with a marvellous view to the Tuscan landscape is generously invested and is provided with four to five self-contained sections with separated bedrooms and bathrooms. At pleasure everybody has the possibility to occasionally withdraw himself. The house is well equipped with a great kitchen with nearly all accessoires, a combined dining room and living room as well as with an ample reading room. An ambitious library is available as well. The different rooms are individually and tastefully furnished in a characteristic way and appealing for adepts. An ancillary house next to the front entrance is perfectly suited to take all kinds of meals if weather allows. A barbecue area alongside the house with an adjacent pizza oven and several terraces for various purposes are also available. To maintain further contacts to the external world nearly all facilities are in place (e.g. internet connection for laptops, i-phones, or tablets etc.). The house is surrounded by a huge site with many olive trees and fig trees suitable for an extensive walk. Approximately 100 to 150 meters away from the house (downward) is a magnificent swimming pool with fresh and clean water surrounded by a lawn for sunbathing and several kinds of beach chairs. It is a real pleasure to use the swimming pool. Furthermore it is to emphasize the convenient location of the property concerning the accessibilty of famous cultural sites (Florence, Lucca, Siena, Arezzo etc.) by car or train. The train station is not very far from the house. Several Tuscan vineyards are also easily available. Altogether, it can be summarized, that the described lovely property is suitable for relaxing vacations combined with the experience of Tuscan culture and lifestyle.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
It is a great compliment when guests return. Thank you for taking the trouble to write a review!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Charming farmhouse in a stunning setting.

Our stay at this charming farmhouse exceeded our expectations in every way! The house is lovingly and artfully restored and updated, rustic and elegant at the same time. It's comfortable and well equipped with a great kitchen and wonderful books. The grounds are gorgeous; the photos simply cannot do them justice. The home is perched on a small mountain accessible on a windy, semi-private drive, surrounded by olive groves. The pool overlooks the valley with a stunning view. It's difficult to want to leave the property to do the many interesting nearby excursions! We went to all the restaurants recommended by the very gracious homeowner, and enjoyed them all. Our favorite was Da Delfina, which entered the rankings of my top 20... anywhere. Another highlight was our tour and lunch at Capezzana, which the homeowner facilitated. Beautiful wines and award winning olive oil , enjoyed in a Renaissance villa. Our lunch was delicious and cooked by the cooking school there. The home is really well located, with a short drive to nearby Signa or Lastra a Signa where one can access the train. Getting into the city center of Florence is a breeze and takes about 20 minutes with trains running frequently. We also drove to Lucca one day and wished we had had more time there because it is a completely charming walled city. The guys did a bike tour with Ibiketuscany and loved it, but it was quite challenging. The homeowner is very accommodating and helped us with suggestions and arrangements. I do recommend having the cook prepare a few meals. When we arrived late and jet lagged, there was a wonderful meal waiting that was very delicious. We had her cook for us another night as well, and it is quite a treat after a long day of touring! So, we cannot recommend the property more highly!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Privacy in the Heart of the Art World!

We spent 3 glorious weeks soaking up Tuscan sunshine, Florentine art and history, and Italian generosity--all in this wonderful farmhouse sitting at the very top of a hill. And we were just 20 minutes outside of Florence! Photos simply don't do it justice; the sounds of the train running through the valley, the neighboring farm dogs chatting with each other during the early evenings, the smells of something wonderful being prepared in the old kitchen. Four U.S. couples joined us--each for at least a few days, but no more than a week at a time each. The local train station is less than 10 minutes away and runs twice hourly right into the heart of historic Florence (SMN)--a 17 minute ride. From there, trains such as the 90 minute nonstop train to Rome, run regularly. Some of us took that train to Rome for a "day trip"; others spent a couple of days in Rome. And we ALL agreed it was wonderful to be returning to this villa because of the peace and quiet! The villa is rustic, but completely modernized, including WiFi. Baths are modern; the kitchen has a wonderful gas stove and oven AND a dishwasher. Washing machine? Absolutely. And it cannot be more ZEN than to hang laundry on the outdoor clothes line, taking advantage of sun and breezes every afternoon. I might miss that the most. The owner put us in touch with a lovely local cook/housekeeper who saw to it that our party (which varied in size week to week) ate homestyle Italian food at our own villa table twice weekly. The cost of this service was VERY reasonable and the food was first class. Wonderful to come home to after a day of touring downtown! Although we did not use the large swimming pool, it is beautifully located just a 30 second walk through the olive grove, on a knoll offering a spectacular view of old ruins and vineyards. Summer visitors will simply fall in love with the site of the pool and the beauty of the gardens overall. Several terraces surround the villa, and each presents it's own beautiful vistas. There is an outdoor fireplace too! Perfect for sipping chianti on a warm (or let's agree--even a cool..) evening! Fifteen minutes from the villa is a HUGE "warehouse like" grocery and homegoods store---open daily! Every possible type of food, local grown and internationally made too is available, as well as things we really NEED. I can't imagine a more perfect combination of privacy and convenience for a dream vacation to Tuscany!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Monica L.

A most charming house in a fantastic location

We had a fantastic stay in this very Tuscan yet personal house hidden in the most charming part of the region. To wake up every morning with the most spectacular view and drink the morning coffee while looking out on the hills and smelling the fragrance of all the flowers in the garden, have given us a remarkable memory. Even if we are a big family, everyone found their own space in the house and garden and the vincinity to Firenze and other pretty villages made it possible for everyone to find something to do during all four weeks of our stay. The owners engagement and service mindness made the stay even better than what we ever could have pictured. There is no question we will come back to this place in the future.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
We love our house and therefore it is a pleasure that it is appreciated!

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