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This enchanting villa is situated in the understated and under-appreciated Tuscan town of Empoli. While it's not far from the heart of the town, you'd never believe it, given the cypress-lined drive that leads up to its stunning neoclassical facade. Stark white dominates all areas of this home, leaving it gleaming under the glorious summer sun. Inside, relax beneath soaring moulded ceilings and enjoy the cool marble floors underfoot as you wander from room to room. Perhaps the most impressive aspect of all is the main bedroom, with its private sitting room, dressing room and gorgeous bathroom with pool views from the unique round tub, plus a dazzling terrace for exclusive use. For those who appreciate their privacy, the en-suite attic room can be completely cordoned off. It even has its own kitchen, living room and fully furnished pocket terrace. Meanwhile, the basement offers a relaxing wellness area at the bottom of the house and leads out to the inviting pool and adjacent outdoor dining area. Step out onto the streets and you're just a ten-minute walk from the centre of town. It's well worth paying a visit to the fascinating Museum of Glass one afternoon before stopping off at Piazza della... Vittoria for an aperitivo. If you're feeling adventurous, renowned restaurant Trippéria serves up lampredotto, a traditional dish made from the fourth and final stomach of a cow. Meanwhile, if you feel like exploring further afield, the stunning cities of Pisa and Florence are both a little over half an hour away.
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What to expect
Highlights
Visit the irresistibly romantic Renaissance city of Florence, just thirty kilometres away
Access the villa via the stunning cypress-lined driveway
Spend lavishly lazy days relaxing by the pool
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Home truths
Child-friendly amenities such as a cot and highchair are available on request
Access to the home is via a private entrance
If you're planning on exploring the Tuscan countryside, we'd recommend hiring a car – there's ample on-site parking available
The home is split over four floors – there's an internal lift for those with limited mobility
Taller guests take note – the ceiling in the attic room slopes down on one side
About this stay
Amenities
Gym
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Swimming pool
Bedrooms & bathrooms
5 bedrooms, 7 beds
7 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
Airport pick up
Additional fees
Your host welcomes small well-behaved dogs here for an additional fee of €30 each per week
If you'll be arriving after 8pm, you'll be charged a late arrival fee of €80 – check-in is unavailable after midnight
Pool heating (€114.30 per day - Note: minimum for 3 days and with at least 2 days advanced notice), counter-current swimming (€57.15 per day), pool heating and counter-current swimming package (€142 .90 per day - Note: minimum for 3 days and with at least 2 days advanced notice)
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About San Miniato
Halfway between Pisa and Florence, San Miniato is one of the most beautiful towns in Tuscany, and that’s saying something. It’s perched atop three hills overlooking the Arno valley, and the panoramas of the Tuscan hills live up to all expectations. The town centre is full of well-preserved medieval buildings, and has a particular concentration of churches – we’re particular fans of the Chiesa del Santissimo Crocifisso. Every November, San...
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Get around
Airport
Amerigo Vespucci
40 min
Pisa International
47 min
Train station
Empoli
14 min
Bus stop
Via J.Carrucci, 142<Emp036>
2 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
1 min
Cafe
4 min
Pharmacy
4 min
Points of interest
Beach
Bilancino Beach
56 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Pets welcome
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Has a lift
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
60
days
Cancel at least 60 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 60 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Emma
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. As well as looking after top-quality homes, this wonderful team are more than happy to help arrange extras that will take your stay to the next level.
Registration or licence number: 048014CAV0021. Property classified as: common.undefined.propertyTypes.non-historicalResidence.name
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