DESCRIPTION
Inside a large fenced park with electric gate and at the centre of a lovely garden and lawn, guests will find themselves amidst an elegant and, at the same time, familiar atmosphere. Here nothing has been neglected in a sincere effort to make guests feel at ease or even on par with Leopold the Grand Duke of Tuscany, one important historical figure who came here often.
Situated in the rolling and green Pisan hills, the villa has a particularly attractive location, both for the peace and quiet that it offers and for its strategic distance from important tourist destinations such as Florence, Lucca, San Gimignano, Pisa, Volterra and Siena. One can also visit the thermal spas of nearby Casciana Terme, or, along the coast, visit the Versilia and Maremma regions famous for their seaside localities.
The outdoor swimming pool (6m x 12m) is surrounded by splendid flower beds, carefully tended by expert hands which also look after the pergola where one can keep cool in the shade and enjoy refreshments. Centuries-old olive trees cast suggestive profiles on the clear blue water, their reflections and shadows dancing on the surface and offering shade. Situated nearby is an outdoor dining area with aromatic plants and flowers arranged in terracotta vases.
Interiors:
Inside the villa a bright and magnificent double living area features a fireplace and arches supporting large white beams which, from above, defer to the ancient terracotta flooring below, partially covered with rugs. The large, modern kitchen, perfectly equipped with all the necessary appliances, enables guests to prepare and enjoy wonderful meals which can be served indoors or outdoors, according to the season.
The large and bright bedrooms are perfectly exquisite, two of them having their own terrace from which guests can admire the soft hills in the pink light of dawn or the golden rays of sunset. The decorating scheme is superb throughout the villa, not only in the living areas, one of which lies adjacent to the bedrooms.
The accommodation is divided between the main house and the annex (one double bedroom and bathroom with shower) which was once a barn. Both buildings are fully air conditioned/heated.
The main house offers a well-equipped kitchen, dining room and very large living room. Doors from the kitchen and living room lead to an open terrace with charcoal barbecue, al fresco dining table for up to 10 people shaded by a large umbrella, and a further small table with 6 chairs.
Just a short distance from this terrace are the steps down to the swimming pool (12m x 6m) which has a brick terrace, shady gazebo and 12 loungers.
Main level
Ground Floor:
Large living room with open fireplace and comfortable sofas and armchairs, extendable dining table. Fully fitted kitchen with oven, large hob, microwave, coffee maker, espresso machine, large fridge/freezer, toaster, kettle juicer and cooking equipment. Access to back garden and dining terrace via the kitchen. Separate dining room, laundry and one double bedroom with ensuite bathroom (shower only) and small private living room. Private access to back garden.
Upstairs
First Floor
Living room with comfortable seating and satellite TV. Master bedroom (king size bed) with dressing room and ensuite bathroom with bath and shower. Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom (bath only) and a further four bedrooms, two double and two single which share two bathrooms (shower only).
Annexe:
Opposite the main entrance to the house is the Limonaia, a separate building, which has a large double bedroom with ensuite bathroom (shower only).
ADDITIONAL FEATURES:
590 mq, sat TV (news channels only), Selection of DVDs, Ipod docking station (Ipod can be provided upon request), a computer available upon request, hairdryers, oven, cooking equipment, tumble dryer, iron and ironing board, baby with linen and high chai