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House on Florence Hills - 4 Miles Away from Downtown Florence!

House on Florence Hills - 4 Miles Away from Downtown Florence!

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The 'Calcio Storico' bedroom with its canapy double bed
The dining room
The view from the entrance of the property
Private kitchen
the living room with the fireplace

Overview of House on Florence Hills - 4 Miles Away from Downtown Florence!

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Florence, Florence
  • Popular LocationHistoric Center - Downtown14 min drive
  • Popular LocationCathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore19 min drive
  • Popular LocationUffizi Gallery19 min drive
  • AirportFlorence (FLR-Peretola)29 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Calcio Storico

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Carnevale

1 Double Bed

Festa dell'Uva

2 Single Beds

Maggio Musicale

1 Queen Bed

Palio of Siena

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

House on Florence Hills - 4 Miles Away from Downtown Florence!

Located atop the hill of the ancient Certosa abbey of Florence, only 4 miles away from the ancient walls of downtown Florence, the Rustico della Certosa house is the ideal lodging for those who wish to visit the city during the day, and relax by night. Immersed in the green countryside of Florence, the Rustico della Certosa house is located by the Certosa highway exit, 5 minutes away, in a strategic position to visit the wonderful hills of Tuscany!

During the day, it is possible to visit the countless works of art of Florence, but also to organize short day-trips in the luxuriant Chianti countryside, with the Rustico being in the Chianti Putto region. You can enjoy Greve in Chianti, also known as the pearl of Chianti, only 30 minutes away, the beautiful San Gimignano about 35 minutes away, the famous town of Siena about 40 minutes away Sant'Andera in Percussina with the Niccolo' Machiavelli museum-house only 5 minutes away (all distances are calculated based on car transportation).

It's very easy to reach the historic city centre of Florence from our property: infact the nearest bus stop is 2Kms away for the property. In front of the bus stop there is a big FREE parking, where you can park the car and catch the bus for the historic city centre. The bus takes 10-15 minutes to reach the Duomo of Florence.

For the past few centuries, the Rustico della Certosa was a simple building, created to welcome peasants working on the surrounding hills. During the 2000's, the building was completely renovated, paying close attention not to remove or alter those unique elements that remind it's rustic past, that is, the big fireplace in the middle of the dining room, the ancient exposed wood beams, and the original cotto floors from Impruneta.

The 5 bedrooms are tastefully furnished, inspired by the major historic events of the surrounding areas. There are a fully equipped kitchen, a big dining room and a big living room. In the dining room there is also a cupboard furnished by all necessary to testing the Italian wine (Professional testing glasses, decanter, information about the most famous Tuscany wine cellars).

The garden, in the spring and summer months, is a true oasis, where you can relax, maybe read a book and enjoy a cocktail. If the sun is hitting really hard, you can seek refuge under the big umbrella and nap on the lawn chairs available for you.

ONLY 400 METRES AWAY FROM THE PROPERTY THERE IS A WODERFULL POOL IMMERSED IN THE TUSCANY COUNTRYSIDE: DAILY TICKET 5 EUROS!

OUR TWO NEW SERVICES:
1. MINIVAN RENTAL WITH MY BROTHER MARCO DRIVER.
STARTING FROM THE 2011 WE OFFER TO OUR GUEST THAT DON'T WANT TO RENT A CAR, A WEEKLY CAR SERVICE WITH A DRIVER (MY BROTHER). MY BROTHER MARCO HAS A RENTAL DRIVER LICENCE AND A MINIVAN (A CAR WITH 9 PLACES: 8 PERSONS AND THE DRIVER). WE CAN DO A VERY COMPETITIVE PRICE FOR OUR GUEST!!

2. FRESH VEGETABLES FROM OUR VEGETABLE GARDEN.
STARTING FROM 2013 WE HAVE A WONDERFULL VEGETABLE GARDEN ONLY 300 METRES FROM THE PROPERTY: OUR GUEST CAN TASTE OUR FRESH VEGETABLES DIRECTLY FROM OUR GARDEN!!


Keywords: House

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The smokers can smoke in the garden

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
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Impruneta

Located in Impruneta, this holiday home is near theme parks. Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and Uffizi Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Historic Center - Downtown and Pitti Palace. Travelling with kids? Consider Boboli Gardens and Villa Medicea di Lilliano - Malenchini. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.

What's nearby

  • Pitti Palace - 12 min drive
  • Historic Center - Downtown - 14 min drive
  • Piazzale Michelangelo - 15 min drive
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 19 min drive
  • Uffizi Gallery - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • De André (Ciliegi) Tram Stop - 12 min drive
  • Florence Rovezzano Station - 15 min drive
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ristorante I Tre Pini - 11 min drive
  • Osteria del Milione - 14 min drive
  • Ristorante Tripperia Bella Ciao - 4 min drive
  • Terzotempo - 19 min walk
  • Vanilla Cake - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is House on Florence Hills - 4 Miles Away from Downtown Florence! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at House on Florence Hills - 4 Miles Away from Downtown Florence!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House on Florence Hills - 4 Miles Away from Downtown Florence!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is House on Florence Hills - 4 Miles Away from Downtown Florence! located?

This family-friendly Impruneta holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Florence Charterhouse and Florence American Cemetery and Memorial. Boboli Gardens and Historic Center - Downtown are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

cherri d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Quiet retreat
The place was rustic and relaxing. Far away from thr city center so you will need transportation. The driving service was very expensive but worth it for the trip.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernhard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Herbsturlaub
sehr gut ausgestattete Wohnung auch für 8-10 Personen (große Küche, Ess- und Wohnzimmer), sehr freundliche Vermieter und Nachbarn; schnell in Florenz (auch öffentlich), gute Autobahn-/Schnellstraßenanbindung zu den Sehenswürdigkeiten der Toskana. Garten und Terrasse zum Entspannen, Blick auf Florenz - Wundervoll.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful country Villa apartment
This property is so nice, that it was my 4th time there. Very roomy, rustic feel. I highly suggest hiring Marco as your driver. He is a great driver and very accommodating. Mina’s dinner is a must! Do not miss this meal!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Ame G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Restful Retreat
The house was comfortable, clean, spacious and well appointed. The location close to Florence is ideal for those wishing to spend a large amount of time in Florence. It is a large 5 bedroom 3 bath apartment/house above other living quarters and part of a larger complex of dwellings. The only drawback is it is up a mountain on a winding narrow road. We had a large vehicle because we were a family of 7. If we had had a smaller vehicle perhaps it would not have been so hazardous. The views are beautiful and the house is completely air conditioned. The kitchen is well furnished. There is a dishwasher and a clothes washer but no clothes dryer. A large living area and large dining room are perfect for a large family or couples travelling together. All the rooms are large. There are two large bathrooms and one smaller one. The house is not far from the nearest village, however because of the tricky path down the mountain, it took time to go to the grocery store or to the restaurant. Although we didn't use the bus to Florence, there is a bus stop at the bottom of the mountain. The family who owns the house lives on the property. They were very helpful and responsive to our needs both before the trip and during our stay. There are very nice restaurants nearby and the major highway is close by also. Pisa is an hour away and Sienna two hours away. Very easy to get to. It is a trade-off: the quiet peaceful beautiful views for the tricky narrow path down the mountain. All in all, we had a nice restful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trip of a lifetime!
First of all there were 12 of us the first week including 4 children. The property manager was very accommodating as we arrived early before check in. He allowed us to store our luggage then recommended a Restaurant for lunch. It was excellent and we ate there 4 times during our stay. The house handled us beautifully. The location is out of the city of Florence but very close. We did use the Driver and van that is available for our 2 week stay. This service was great. Marco took us everywhere we wanted to go and than some. Driving in Italy is an adventure to say the least, a car is necessary if you plan to do your own exploring. Roads are tight, and curving. Our stay was truly an incredible experience. Trip of a lifetime!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Your host

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My name is Alessandro - live in Florence. I manage my properties (I own 4 total) with my wife Arianna and my brother Enrico to the best of our abilities. We are extremely helpful in preparations for your stay, as well as while you will on site. We provide all the information on places to eat and to shop and to visit our special city. We work to assure that our house will be your home away from home and visit Florence as only a Florentine person can do!

Why they chose this property

The location is great! Infact the house is near the five Tuscany Unesco heritage sites:
1.Historic centre of Florence (10-15 minutes away from the property by car).
2.Historic centre of Siena (45 minutes away from the property by car);
3.Piazza del Duomo of Pisa (50 minutes away from the property by car);
4.Historic centre of Lucca (60 minutes away from the property by car);
5.Towers of Sangiminiano (30 minutes away from the property by car).

The House is wonderfull and very spacious....the ancient exposed wood beams, and the original cotto floors from Impruneta: you'll taste the unique Tuscany style!

What makes this property unique

Taking the dog for a morning walk around our wonderfull tuscany hill through fields of olive trees and vineyards. From our property you can walk and see the wonderfull sightsee of the historic city centre of Florence!

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