Vacation Home near Movie Theaters with Jacuzzi and Wi-Fi

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Exteriors Many features of this villa for big groups r eveal a past linked to all the twists and turns of the history of Tuscany . Fortifications because of the struggle between Guelfi and Ghibellini, civic and religious documents attest to the events it underwent and to its relation to powerful families from Florence. After almost six years of devoted restoration faithful to the original structure, a beautiful gem has emerged like a phoenix with its Romanesque Church . Its original century old tiled roofs and flooring have been kept or replaced with local pieces found in the region. The plaster followed the old Roman tradition of preparation and painting is natural and originated from local earth. Chestnut windows and doors were hand-planed following antique

Vacation Home with Swimming Pool and Wi-Fi

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General Description r nThe Villa Damilla was built as an aristocratic home in the 15th century. It was later bought by an order of monks in the 19th century and extended. The central part has recently been lavishly and carefully renovated and refurbished as a grand Italian villa and is available for rent. It looks over a parterre and a beautiful formal garden, beyond which is a vista of rolling vineyards and olive groves framed by a view of distant mountains. The historic city of Lucca is only a 7 km away, and the village of Segromigno with its shops and supermarket is within walking distance. Very close by is the Villa Torrigiani, a beautifully preserved house with ornate gardens, and there are others within easy driving distance. The villa offers a large po

Vacation Home near Tennis with Swimming Pool

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Borgo Finocchieto villas provide a stunning destination, nestled on a rural hillside south of Siena. It was originally an 800-year-old farming village located directly on the historic Via Francigena, the medieval pilgrimage route from Canterbury to Rome. Borgo Finocchieto has been lovingly restored. Wherever possible, the original structures have been left untouched. One can still see the historic wood-burning oven that is more than 500 years old, and the soft grooves in the brick staircase made by thousands of passing feet. An ancient stone-carved Borghese crest greets visitors outside the dining room, gracing the entryway as it has done for centuries, indicating past ownership by the powerful Sienese family. nOne of the most impressive Tuscan villas, it incl

Condo with Cable/Satellite TV, Wi-Fi and Garage, Pet-Friendly

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Small family managed hotel right in the center of Florence, close to the Cathedral, the Accademia (David) and all major attractions !! It is located in a XV century building, which was also property of the composer Gioacchino Rossini between 1851 and 1855. Breakfast is served buffet-style in a frescoed room !!

Vacation Home near Horseback Riding with Swimming Pool and Wi-Fi

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Believed to date from the early 1200s, almost six years of committed restoration have brought this beautiful villa back to its former glory. Extreme care has been taken to retain the authentic atmosphere- the roof and floor tiles are centuries old, the plaster made with limestone and terracotta as the Romans used to do and the paint on the walls derived from different local earth for example. All the roof tiles and floors are centuries old, original or locally found and selected with great care. This extensive revival has in fact led to the Ministry of Fine Arts has declaring the property a residence of “historic interest”. All the rooms have lovely views over the courtyard, olive groves and terraced vegetable garden which is surrounded by hand-carved s

Vacation Home near Golf with Jacuzzi, Wi-Fi and Private Parking

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This location is conveniently at the centre of the artistic and cultural life of Tuscany: Just 12km from Siena and a 45minute drive from Florence and the now well-known San Gimignano- day-trips to all the popular sites in the region are very manageable. The estate itself stretches over 3.5 hectares and includes woodland, landscaped gardens, a splendid swimming pool, frescoed 16th century chapel and historic cellars. The buildings are arranged around a grand courtyard. Believed to date from the early 1200s, almost six years of committed restoration have brought this beautiful villa back to its former glory. Extreme care has been taken to retain the authentic atmosphere- the roof and floor tiles are centuries old, the plaster made with limestone and terracotta a