Magical 9 acre Tuscan estate in exquisite setting 15 miles fromFlorence

This stunning private 9 acre estate offers two fully independent houses and a saltwater pool with gardens, terraces, olive groves, fruit trees and a park for children. The views throughout are breathtaking and frame two Renaissance castles/wine estates. It is the perfect setting for multi generational family reunions with grandparents often opting for the nearby but private Guesthouse.

The main house unfolds behind the original 11th century watchtower, which protected the Castello di Vicchiomaggio in medieval times. The property was first renovated in 1990 and then again from 2022 to 2025 when modern amenities, the pool, local A/C units, thermal windows and landscaping were added.

The stone main house offers three large terraces for indoor/outdoor living . You will enjoy reading or conversing in the sunlit living room and drinks, dinner or games in the adjacent dining room. Inevitably, most guests congregate in the spacious farmhouse kitchen with its open fireplace, oak dining table for 12 and well appointed cooking area. From the kitchen, dinners--whether home cooked or prepared by a chef--spill out onto the back terrace where a stone dining table seats 12 under a giant oak that shades the setting sun. A stone grill is a delight for those who want to sample the famous local butchers fare, sourced from their own farms.

From the spacious foyer, stairs lead to the upstairs living room which is a smaller private space for reading, yoga, deskwork or watching movies. It opens onto the private bedroom wing (4 bedrooms, 2 large bathrooms), the 11th century tower bedroom with en suite bath and the stone path leading to the pool. In the bedroom wing, the four double bedrooms are arranged into two private areas--each area with two bedrooms and a shared full bath. In addition, a third full bathroom is easily accessible to three of the bedrooms. All bedrooms have separate AC/heating units and screens. Beds are firm with a choice of high quality linen duvets or lighter cotton coverlets depending on your sleeping preference.

The Guesthouse is an architectural gem with soaring views from the 15' thermal window. It offers both privacy as well as vicinity to the main house and pool. The first floor offers a living room, dining room, working fireplace, Bose speaker, smart TV and kitchen. Upstairs is the master bedroom with en suite bathroom and walk in closet. It is fully air conditioned.

Stone paths lead to the saltwater pool enclosed by jasmine, roses, santolina, bay and lavender. Look between the rock walls for capers! A pergola and umbrellas offer shade as do the iconic Riccione chaise longues. The pool has a quick close cover and locking gate for safety.

From the time of your booking until your departure, your stay will be supported by your concierge, Federica, who will help you to organize your trip and can set up in house cooking classes/chef, catering for dinner parties, extra cleaning services and private tours etc. As a convenient add-on service, she can stock the kitchen with an agreed shopping list so that you arrive with all on hand.

We welcome children and have made a special effort to provide activities for them as well as a children's guide to local activities. Outdoor games include croquet on the lawn, badmitten, frisbee, soccer and baseball. For rainy days, there are children's books, yoga and board games. Pasta making is available at the large kitchen table and is also a fun activity for children.

The lively market town of Greve is 3 miles south and Florence about 15 miles north, both with convenient parking. The area offers wonderful biking and hiking with e-bikes available in Greve to manage the hills. Tours of wine estates abound with the historic Castello di Vicchiomaggio, Castello di Verrazzano and Villa Calcinaia all within a mile or so. Hilltowns a short drive away include Montefioralle, Panzano, Siena, Radda, Castellina in Chianti and San Gimignano. Also recommended for tours and lunch are two medieval Abbys--la Badia di Passignano and Badia di Coltibuono,

The houses are both beautifully appointed and furnished with original 17th century Italian walnut furniture, paintings and fine table settings for special occasions.