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Jennifer H.
Jul 8, 2023
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Fantastic view!
Jennifer H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Apartment
Hilltop paradise cottage, a stone's throw from Florence..!
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1 bedroomSleeps 4645.8 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Living Room 1
2 Twin Futons
Bathroom 1
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Hilltop paradise cottage, a stone's throw from Florence..!
The "La Vista" ( apartment is part of a 13th century farmhouse (with another two apartments for rental purposes: "L'Acetaia" code HAUK 8043566 (60sqmts sleeps 4) and "La Stalla" code HAUK 8584399 (40 sqmts, sleeps 2)
It is located on the 1st floor. The entrance to the apt is directly into a large livingroom/kitchen/dining-room. There are two single sofabeds in the room. There is access to a roof-terrace with beautiful views of the valley. To the left a window which gives onto the courtyard of what used to be the main building, a typical 13th centuryTuscan Villa plus a well of the same period.
At the entrance of the flat to the right there is a small corridor which leads, to a bathroom (with: basin,shower, bidet, wc) and double bedroom with a breathtaking view of the valley, forest and olive groves.
The property is set on a private hill, half a mile from the main road. It's only 8 miles from Florence, but because of it's quiet and secluded feeling, it is as though it were totally immersed in its surrounding wild nature and very far from the madding crowds..!
IT IS ESSENTIAL TO COME HERE WITH INDEPENDENT MEANS OF TRANSPORT..!
There is a private parking. A very cheap and efficient tramway is awaiting at the bottom of the hill ! The car can be parked , free of charge ("Villa Costanza" terminal), it reaches the other terminal (Stazione di S.Maria Novella) in about 20 mins). So you don't need to worry about paying expensive parking charges !
There is a very practical "EUROSPIN" supermarket only 30 yards from the Power Station on the main road (Via Pisana) from Via delle Fonti direction > Lastra a Signa on your left (4,5km / 5 prop.)
The location is close to all the important double carriageways leading up to all the main towns and places of interest in Tuscany (10 mins). These however, can not be seen or heard from the property.
N.B.: our dirt track road is only in part a private road of ours, so, at times, not always in a perfect state of upkeep, we therefore advise that it is not suitable for low slung sports cars..!
We remind our guests that a tourist tax of €2.50 per person per night is charged, for a maximum of 10 nights.
It is located on the 1st floor. The entrance to the apt is directly into a large livingroom/kitchen/dining-room. There are two single sofabeds in the room. There is access to a roof-terrace with beautiful views of the valley. To the left a window which gives onto the courtyard of what used to be the main building, a typical 13th centuryTuscan Villa plus a well of the same period.
At the entrance of the flat to the right there is a small corridor which leads, to a bathroom (with: basin,shower, bidet, wc) and double bedroom with a breathtaking view of the valley, forest and olive groves.
The property is set on a private hill, half a mile from the main road. It's only 8 miles from Florence, but because of it's quiet and secluded feeling, it is as though it were totally immersed in its surrounding wild nature and very far from the madding crowds..!
IT IS ESSENTIAL TO COME HERE WITH INDEPENDENT MEANS OF TRANSPORT..!
There is a private parking. A very cheap and efficient tramway is awaiting at the bottom of the hill ! The car can be parked , free of charge ("Villa Costanza" terminal), it reaches the other terminal (Stazione di S.Maria Novella) in about 20 mins). So you don't need to worry about paying expensive parking charges !
There is a very practical "EUROSPIN" supermarket only 30 yards from the Power Station on the main road (Via Pisana) from Via delle Fonti direction > Lastra a Signa on your left (4,5km / 5 prop.)
The location is close to all the important double carriageways leading up to all the main towns and places of interest in Tuscany (10 mins). These however, can not be seen or heard from the property.
N.B.: our dirt track road is only in part a private road of ours, so, at times, not always in a perfect state of upkeep, we therefore advise that it is not suitable for low slung sports cars..!
We remind our guests that a tourist tax of €2.50 per person per night is charged, for a maximum of 10 nights.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 22 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
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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
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Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number IT048041B56S4PIF5A
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All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
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About the neighborhood
Scandicci
Located in Scandicci, this apartment 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 Palazzo Vecchio. Traveling with kids? Consider Boboli Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Visarno Arena. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Scandicci, Tuscany
What's nearby
- Pieve Di San Martino a Gangalandi - 12 min drive - 6.5 km
- Geopaleontological Museum - 12 min drive - 6.8 km
- Arno River - 12 min drive - 6.4 km
- Cascine Park - 17 min drive - 13.2 km
- I Gigli Shopping Center - 17 min drive - 18.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Uzzoli e Minuzzoli - 12 min drive
- Aquila - 9 min drive
- Caffè Imperiale - 9 min drive
- Caffè Del Borgo - 10 min drive
- Chef Express - 14 min drive
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Oct 7, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Marc P.
Jun 30, 2025
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Gîte très bien situé pour la visite de Florence.
Marc P.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
CHANTAL B.
Jul 27, 2024
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Un appartement de rêve à seulement 12 km de Florence
CHANTAL B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Noel M.
May 11, 2024
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Un séjour très agréable
Noel M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good
Emmanuelle G.
Jul 24, 2022
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Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
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Katja H.
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Dominique L.
Jun 12, 2022
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Très bon séjour.
Dominique L.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022
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Kathrin D.
Aug 4, 2019
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Objekt für einen ruhigen Urlaub, trotzdem Stadtnähe zu Florenz
Kathrin D.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
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8/10 Good
Petra R.
Jun 24, 2025
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About the host
Hosted by Julian & Anna
I have been a farmer (wine and olive oil) on this family property for many years. I now own part of the farm and only produce small amounts of organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil. My wife and I enjoy hosting and meeting people from all over the world. I also work as a driver-guide in rural tourism for agencies and organise wine and cultural wine tours.
Why they chose this property
The farm was around 200 acres (80 Ha) when my parents purchased it in 1958. In 2002 I acquired my share of the property and decided to stay on in the same farmhouse with my family (wife and three daughters) and continue to cultivate olive trees, fruit trees, and other, organically, and to make part of the building available for holiday lettings.
What makes this property unique
The reason for continuing to live here is quite clear if you visit us ! There is peace, tranquillity, still a lot of wild nature, although we are just a stone's throw from the city centre (Florence). The property is set on a hill in the middle of peace and quiet. After half a mile of dirt track-road, running through a lovely oak forest, olive groves lead you to the most enchanting small group of farmhouses which formed the original estate.
What makes this place unique is the total privacy it offers, as the property is set on top of a privately owned hill. This location offers breath-taking views, in close contact with the surrounding wild life and maintaining the rustic authenticity of the buildings.
What makes this place unique is the total privacy it offers, as the property is set on top of a privately owned hill. This location offers breath-taking views, in close contact with the surrounding wild life and maintaining the rustic authenticity of the buildings.
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