Photos and Description of this Empolese holiday villa
A large farmhouse built in the early 20th century situated in the hills around V
A large farmhouse built in the early 20th century situated in the hills around Vinci, amidst vineyards and olive groves, 4 km from Vinci itself, the birthplace of the world famous Leonardo. Vinci has lost nothing of its charm and also provides an excellent base for numerous excursions: Florence and Lucca are just 45 km away, the famous Spa of Montecatini 20 km and the Versilia Coast 55 km. Set in a panoramic landscape rich in culture, the renovated property is surrounded by completely enclosed grounds with access through a remote controlled gate in wrought iron. The beautiful garden has a large lawn area, olive groves, garden furniture, a barbecue and a fully equipped covered terrace close to the swimming pool, ideal for a relaxing holiday. During the skillful renovation the original features such as rustic fireplace and terracotta floors have been maintained. Bedrooms have parquetry floors. Cleaning take place every saturday. Cosy cottage "Podere Casavecchia", from the 19th th century, renovated, surrounded by fields and vineyards, in a secluded, quiet, sunny position on top of a hill. Private: nice garden 5'500 m2 (fenced) with lawn, plants, flowers and trees, swimming pool (5 x 10 m, depth 150 - 220 cm, 01.05.-02.10.). Outside shower. Terrace, garden furniture, barbecue. In the house: washing machine. Linen change weekly. Room cleaning weekly. Cook on request (extra). Motor access to the house (200 m via unmade road). Parking. Shop 2 km, railway station "Empoli" 7 km, tennis 5 km, riding stables 10 km, golf course 25 km. 100 m. >>Leonardo da Vinci's birthplace maintains its medieval fascination and is surrounded by wonderful countryside great for walks. Worth visiting: the imposing castle tower which houses the museum "delle Macchine de Leonardo" and the rich da Vinci library. There are numerous cultural and folkloric shows throughout the year. Historical resort with 13'800 inhabitants, in the northern part of the region, situated at the foot of Monte Albano, in an idyllic position, 45 km west from Firenze, 50 km south-east from Lucca, 65 km east from Pisa. All shops, restaurants etc. in the resort. Museum. Thermal pool, health cures at 20 km. Access: motorway A1 Firenze - Roma, exit number "Signa". Then road Firenze-Pisa - (Livorno) - Empoli. Access by train Firenze - Pisa. Railway station "Empoli" 10 km. Bus service. Montecatini Terme 20 km. For arrivals by plane: airport Firenze (FLR) 50 km, Pisa (PSA) 65 km. 12-room house 330 m2 on 3 levels, on the ground floor, rustic and tasteful furnishings: entrance hall. Large lounge with satellite-TV and stereo unit. Living/sleeping room with 1 double sofa bed and open fireplace. 1 double bedroom. Exit to the garden. Shower/bidet/WC. Upper floor: dining room. Open living room with open fireplace. 1 double bedroom. 4 rooms, each room with 2 beds. Mezzanine. 1 large double bedroom. Kitchen (4 hotplates, oven, dishwasher, micro wave) with dining table. Bath/bidet/WC, 2 showers/bidet/WC. The double sofa-bed in the living room can be booked as two extra beds to be paid on spot. Actual prices are billed in euros, the prices displayed are for reference only.
