Spacious home on beautiful Tuscan vineyard. Near Florence.

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5140 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Washer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Pelago

Castello di Nipozzano9 min walk
Valdisieve Hospital10 min drive
The Mall Luxury Outlet18 min drive
Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)90 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Double bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Double bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Single bedroom

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

ANTICA is a spacious, attractive apartment on two floors. It has fresh, bright decor. The accommodation is suitable for 2 to 5 guests.
It is peaceful here. Overlooking gorgeous Chianti Rufina vineyards, it is difficult to believe we are just 30 minutes from central Florence. You wouldn’t even know that the busy town of Pontassieve is close by. Hop on a train from Pontassieve station and you will be in Florence in 25 minutes.
You will need a car to stay here. To reach Borgo di Sopra you take the private vineyard road through the Castello di Nipozzano estate. (By the way, the historic Castle is within walking distance and well worth visiting).

Property manager

Jane

Languages

English, Italian

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Air conditioning

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Stairs may be problematic for small children.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

You need a car! Access is by a 1km private road. No traffic (therefore cannot be reached by taxi or bus.)

Be a little adventurous! The access road has a loose stone surface so it is bumpy to drive. Most guests arrive in rental cars without problem.

Air-conditioining is charged separately on the basis of a meter reading and applying the electricity supplier's current domestic charge. .

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Pelago

Located in Pelago, this apartment is in a rural area. Uffizi Gallery and Gallery of the Academy of Florence are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Mall Luxury Outlet and Central Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Villa Medicea di Lilliano - Malenchini and Florence Botanical Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Pelago

What's nearby

Castello di Nipozzano - 9 min walk
Valdisieve Hospital - 10 min drive
The Mall Luxury Outlet - 18 min drive
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 28 min drive
Uffizi Gallery - 28 min drive

Getting around

Pontassieve Station - 9 min drive
Peretola Airport (FLR) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

Cantuccio Del Buongustaio - 10 min drive
Enoteca Il Quartino - 6 min drive
Pizzeria Far West di Bechelli Piera - 10 min drive
Ristorante Il Girarrosto - 9 min drive
Bar Ruggini - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious home on beautiful Tuscan vineyard. Near Florence. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious home on beautiful Tuscan vineyard. Near Florence.?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious home on beautiful Tuscan vineyard. Near Florence.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious home on beautiful Tuscan vineyard. Near Florence. located?

This family-friendly Pelago apartment building is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Castello di Nipozzano and Arno River. The Mall Luxury Outlet and Mulino a Vento - Fattoria Lavacchio are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

6 May 2023

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

Magical

In this case, the photos did not do this place justice. If you have a car and are looking for a sweet, escape with remarkable views and dear hosts - this is your place. Enjoy!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

5 Oct 2022

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Dreaming in Tuscany

After navigating the roads out of Florence, we came to the base of the tiny, bumpy and winding “road” that takes you to the house. That in itself is an adventure! But the views! And then to arrive to see the smiling face of Jane :). The home was comfortable, well set up and great for the four of us. Jane had done a small grocery shop for us ahead of time which was much appreciated and all needed directions were easily to hand. We loved eating at the recommended restaurant in Rufino and had a great time during the winery tour up at the castle. Well worth the visit. Walks around the house were enjoyed immensely, and day trips from the train station to Pisa, Florence or beyond were easily navigated. A lovely experience overall Oh a piece of advise when driving: enter into Google maps “dino pieracciono” when returning back to the house from anywhere you drive, and that will take you to the base of the small road leading up to it.

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

N Susan S.

16 Sept 2022

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

We loved Borgo di Sopra

Beautiful property and very helpful host

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cervantes Stephens S., San Diego, CA, USA

23 Jan 2020

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

Exquisite property and stay

We stayed at Villa Borgo di Sopra for one week during winter, and we were beyond happy with our choice for many reasons. The villa and surrounding property itself were extraordinary—every detail had been lovingly restored and given precise attention. This property could easily pass for a 4+-star resort. Jane and Gianpiero were wonderful hosts, always ready to answer a question, make a reservation, make sure we were comfortable, and give advice on sightseeing. Arriving at night, we found the directions to the villa accurate, and Jane was there to shepherd us through the last turn in the road as we pulled into the villa. After a busy week in Rome, we enjoyed mixing sightseeing with relaxing. The villa proved a place where you could rest and recharge (and play), or keep busy every day with activities in the region. For couples, this property is especially romantic. We stayed in to enjoy our most favorite elements: the roaring fireplace, spacious dining room for meals "at home", and Jane and Gianpiero's pets, Peggy Guggenheim and Jasmine, who visited with us in our living room and even slept with us a couple of nights. As animal lovers, what a comfort and joy as we missed our furbabies from back home! Even though it was January, there were several days when it was warm enough to sit outside in the sun and read a book at one of the outdoor sitting/dining areas. There were picturesque views of the Tuscan countryside from nearly every window. The photos of the villa are incredibly accurate, but even more beautiful in person. The beds are very comfortable and the linens seemingly brand-new. If we had one issue, it was that the hot water in the second bathroom was difficult to control, so showers were either scalding hot or freezing cold, but that wouldn't be an issue with taking a bath, and it was our fault for never asking for advice. We had rented a car and were just 40-minutes from Florence and an hour+ from Pisa. We enjoyed exploring the little villages and ancient towns in the surrounding hills. Within a couple miles of the villa is a wonderland of reasons to get lost on purpose. We genuinely loved every moment of our stay and are trying to figure out how to return! Thank you so much Jane, Gianpiero, Peggy and Jasmine!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

16 Aug 2019

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Un piccolo angolo di paradiso Toscano/A little slice of Tuscan heaven

Words seem inadequate in describing our stay at Borgo di Sopra. Everything about our stay was perfect. Jane and Gianpiero were incredibly kind and gracious hosts who did more than we could have expected to make our stay as wonderful as it was. The setting is classic Tuscany with incredible views of the grapevines and olive groves. It is an easy 25-minute train ride into Firenze, but the amount of peace and quiet we had out in the vineyards was a perfect respite from the hot and crowded city. We loved our al fresco meals under the pergola surrounded by lavender and rosemary. On our way in, we realized we would like to eat dinner before arriving at the property, and Jane made reservations for us at a wonderful restaurant nearby. Moreover, they booked a tour at the Frescobaldi winery that is located just up the hill. Gianpiero told a wonderful history of the property (going back more than four centuries), and it was clear a lot of time and love went into the restoration of the property. There was an incredible amount of information provided regarding train schedules, parking, restaurants, etc. that eliminated a lot of guess work and allowed us to enjoy every minute we had in Tuscany. Jane and Gianpiero’s help and knowledge made our stay in Tuscany truly unforgettable. Our only lament was that we had to leave. We look forward to visiting Borgo di Sopra again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Jane

I live at Borgo di Sopra with my family. I am English and my husband is Italian with a lifetime's knowledge of Tuscany.
We have been welcoming guests since 2008 and are Premium Partners of VRBO.
Times have changed but we have always worked to make our guests feel at home here. Nowadays that means a particular attention to health safety,
I personally oversee the housekeeping, with attentive cleaning in the 48 hour window between every rental. We use professionally laundered linens.
We are happy to share our local knowledge with you and help you get the most out of your stay in this part of Italy.

Why they chose this property

Borgo di Sopra is a great escape. Isolated but not remote.
You truly feel away from it all. You are in the midst of nature in a place of enormous beauty. There is lots of wildlife here, from deer to pheasants, hares, porcupines and all sorts of birdlife.
Our 3 apartments have great views onto the vineyards of the Castello di Nipozzano. Each apartment has its own front door and outside terrace for personal use.
The property is reached by a private farmroad. You are off the beaten track!
But the town of Pontassieve is less than 10 minutes by car with a large supermarket and train station.

What makes this property unique

At Borgo you can walk uphill to the lovely Castello di Nipozzano. There has been a castle here since 1000, and you can understand why. The position dominates the surrounding countryside. But there is also a handsome Villa from the 1700s. Its aristocratic elegance charms and intrigues you. The wines here are impressive and on sale in the winestore.