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Upon entering Villa Mara, guests are greeted by an impeccably manicured lawn jeweled with short and tall planters overflowing with flowers. This beautiful two-floor house is part of a large estate situated near Florence, only 25 minutes by car, or 30 minutes by train. If you feel adventurous, you can certainly explore the best of Tuscany with daily trips or, if you need to relax, just enjoy laying in the sun while breathing in the magical comfort of this place. Villa Mara’s exquisite interiors, private swimming pool, tranquil location, and vicinity to Florence will cast a spell on you.
3 BEDROOMS / 3 BATHROOMS
First Floor:
1 double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with tub and wall shower;
1 double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with tub and wall shower – this room connects to an additional room with a single bed, ideal for a child;
1 twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower.

All bedrooms are provided with A/C, all bathrooms with hair dryers.

LIVING SPACES
Ground Floor: Inviting sitting room with working fireplace featuring leather chairs and plush sofa upholstered with designer fabrics. Adjacent formal dining room with high-quality furniture and a fully equipped custom-made spacious kitchen. The pleasant color palette, sumptuous fabrics, beautiful furnishings, and numerous large windows that flood the interiors with natural light create a perfect environment to fully enjoy during your stay.

OUTDOOR FEATURES
Private swimming pool (11.5 ft x 39 ft) with furnished sun deck, table and chairs for al fresco meals, verdant trees and woodland walks, and private manicured garden.
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Villa Mara is set on an exclusive estate boasting an impeccable manicured park that includes other villas. It is a perfect vacation home for small families with kids because the estate is completely fenced. Its location and vicinity to the highway make it ideal as a starting point for exploring the major Tuscan cities and medieval towns.
Nearest Airport: Florence Peretola  40 min
Nearest serviced town: 5 min
Nearest major city: Florence 36 min
Driving time estimated by Google Maps

Famous for its art and architecture, Florence is an obligatory destination for the first-timer visitor of Italy. However, while exploring the historical center is something that cannot be missed, the pristine studded landscapes and the enchanted medieval villages set on the famous Tuscan rolling hills surrounding Florence are well worth a visit.
The most famous area to explore is the Chianti, a blessed land that covers a rather large wine-producing region of Tuscany, reaching from Florence to Siena, and all the way out to Pisa. Chianti's must see sights are the wine villages of Castellina, Radda and Gaiole. Along the road visit the Badia di Coltibuono and/or Castello di Brolio and do not forget to pick up some wine to enjoy at the villa!

WHERE TO EAT
Osteria di Passignano - Set in the middle of the Antinori wine estate…all we can say is: NOT TO BE MISSED!
Via Passignano 33, 50028, Tavarnelle Val di Pesa - +39 055 807 1278
Il Padellina - Rustic trattoria serving local cuisine. Come for the steak, stay for the atmosphere.
Corso del Popolo 54, Strada in Chianti – +39 055 858388
La Loggia (at Hotel San Michele) - Fine dining, romantic setting and unforgettable views.
Via Doccia 4, Fiesole - +39 055 567 8200
La cantinetta di Rignana - Stunning views, great food and, of course, fantastic wine!
Località Rignana 13, Greve in Chianti - +39 055 852601
Torre guelfa di chef Claudio - Ideal place for a meal if you are in this area for a shopping afternoon at the Outlets (20 minute drive away). Your shopping spree will be even more memorable thanks to the specialties tasted at this restaurant.
Via S. Martino Altoreggi, 8, Figline Valdarno - +39 055 951112

WHERE TO SHOP
Clothing:, The Mall - Tuscany’s most exclusive outlet complex with more than 20 boutiques, including Prada, Gucci Armani, Fendi, Marni and Dolce and Gabbana.
Via Europa, 8, Leccio - The Mall Official Website
Terracotta objects: the area of Impruneta is famous for the terracotta. Visit Artenova, which sells a unique range of artistic hand-made terracotta decorations.
Via Europa, 12 - +39 055 201 2316
Hand embroidered items: linen for the home and lingerie of the finest quality can be found at Grazia Giachi Ricami
Piazza Matteotti, 35, Greve in Chianti - +39 055 854 4671
Via Borgo Ognissanti 6 r - +39 055 265 0399
Food specialty store: Macelleria Falorni, one of Italy’s greatest butcher shops where salsicce and prosciutto have been artisanal for eight generations. Here you can buy their products vacuum sealed for easy travel.
Piazza Matteotti, 71 – Greve in Chianti - +39 055 853 029.
Wine: Enoteca Antinori, an architectural masterpiece built as a shrine in honor to the rich wine of this land.
Via Cassia per Siena, 133 Loc. Bargino, San Casciano Val di Pesa - +39 055 23595


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Villa Pulcra is a lovely independent two floor villa set on the outskirts of Florence, that can comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests. Surrounded by exquisite peaceful gardens, the villa is positioned only 15 minutes by car from Florence’s historical center. The grounds are private, with the only other building nearby being the villa of the very discreet owner. Villa Pulcra is meticulously decorated with great style using only high-end quality materials and is perfect for those guests seeking countryside tranquility and convenient access to Florence. The area where the villa is located is very well serviced with stores and restaurants for when you prefer not to drive to Florence.
BEDROOMS
Ground floor
Twin bedroom with private bathroom with shower

First floor
King bedroom with en suite bathroom with shower
King bedroom with en suite bathroom with shower

All bedrooms with A/C and heating; all bathrooms have large showers and are provided with hair dryers.

LIVING SPACES
The contemporary style of the villa interiors is a crowd pleaser. The white painted beamed ceiling, the exposed glass stairs and the soft-colored upholstered furnishings transmit a peaceful and tranquil feel to the living room. Blond wooden floors and the marble fireplace add warmth to the relaxed elegance of this great room. Natural light floods the space through two wall-to-ceiling French doors creating an inviting and welcoming ambiance. Modern and antique furnishings, wisely blended, tie the room together creating a great space for entertaining or enjoying some quiet time. A wide sliding door connects the well-equipped kitchen to the living room.

OUTDOOR FEATURES
The exquisite sun-drenched garden boasts peaceful views of the Tuscan landscape with olive groves for as far as the eye can see and is provided with outdoor lounging furniture for daydreaming and relaxing. Take a dip in the brand new over-sized swimming pool (4.5 m x 19 m), or experience eating al fresco in the courtyard, set with a BBQ, dining table and chairs.

SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
There are no reasons not to love Villa Pulcra which flawlessly balances a relaxing atmosphere, style and a perfect location. The nearest “equipped” town is located less than three miles away and the center of Florence is less than a 15-minute drive from the villa.
Nearest Airport: Florence Peretola  20 min
Nearest serviced town: 6 min
Nearest major city: Florence 12 min
Driving time estimated by Google Maps

Famous for its art and architecture, Florence is an obligatory destination for the first-timer visitor of Italy. However, while exploring the historical center is something that cannot be missed, the pristine studded landscapes and the enchanted medieval villages set on the famous Tuscan rolling hills surrounding Florence are well worth a visit.
The most famous area to explore is the Chianti, a blessed land that covers a rather large wine-producing region of Tuscany, reaching from Florence to Siena, and all the way out to Pisa. Chianti's must see sights are the wine villages of Castellina, Radda and Gaiole. Along the road visit the Badia di Coltibuono and/or Castello di Brolio and do not forget to pick up some wine to enjoy at the villa!

WHERE TO EAT
Osteria di Passignano - Set in the middle of the Antinori wine estate…all we can say is: NOT TO BE MISSED!
Via Passignano 33, 50028, Tavarnelle Val di Pesa - +39 055 807 1278
Il Padellina - Rustic trattoria serving local cuisine. Come for the steak, stay for the atmosphere.
Corso del Popolo 54, Strada in Chianti – +39 055 858388
La Loggia (at Hotel San Michele) - Fine dining, romantic setting and unforgettable views.
Via Doccia 4, Fiesole - +39 055 567 8200
La cantinetta di Rignana - Stunning views, great food and, of course, fantastic wine!
Località Rignana 13, Greve in Chianti - +39 055 852601
Torre guelfa di chef Claudio - Ideal place for a meal if you are in this area for a shopping afternoon at the Outlets (20 minute drive away). Your shopping spree will be even more memorable thanks to the specialties tasted at this restaurant.
Via S. Martino Altoreggi, 8, Figline Valdarno - +39 055 951112

WHERE TO SHOP
Clothing:, The Mall - Tuscany’s most exclusive outlet complex with more than 20 boutiques, including Prada, Gucci Armani, Fendi, Marni and Dolce and Gabbana.
Via Europa, 8, Leccio - The Mall Official Website
Terracotta objects: the area of Impruneta is famous for the terracotta. Visit Artenova, which sells a unique range of artistic hand-made terracotta decorations.
Via Europa, 12 - +39 055 201 2316
Hand embroidered items: linen for the home and lingerie of the finest quality can be found at Grazia Giachi Ricami
Piazza Matteotti, 35, Greve in Chianti - +39 055 854 4671
Via Borgo Ognissanti 6 r - +39 055 265 0399
Food specialty store: Macelleria Falorni, one of Italy’s greatest butcher shops where salsicce and prosciutto have been artisanal for eight generations. Here you can buy their products vacuum sealed for easy travel.
Piazza Matteotti, 71 – Greve in Chianti - +39 055 853 029.
Wine: Enoteca Antinori, an architectural masterpiece built as a shrine in honor to the rich wine of this land.
Via Cassia per Siena, 133 Loc. Bargino, San Casciano Val di Pesa - +39 055 23595
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Villa Aiola is a strikingly beautiful, restored country house that is part of a 1700-acre estate located in the Val d’Orcia region in southern Tuscany. This extraordinary beautiful area of Italy sits between the land south of Siena and the borders of Umbria. Characteristic of Val D’Orcia are the villa’s open, breathtaking views of Mount Amiata, with the unchanged landscape reminiscent of old master paintings. The nearby San Casciano dei Bagni, a beautiful, unspoiled medieval village, is just 10 minutes away by car and a rather well-kept secret south of Siena. This intimate, luxurious haven is ideal for private getaways and family reunions.
BEDROOMS
First Floor:
Master King suite with private bathroom with tub and shower stall.
Private suite with King/Twin bedroom, TV room with one single bed, and en suite bathroom with shower.
Twin bedroom with shared bathroom with shower.
Bedroom with French bed (1.50 cm x 200 cm) shared bathroom with shower. 

Ground Floor:
Spacious Twin/Queen bedroom with private bathroom with tub with shower.
Queen bedroom with large private bathroom with tub with handheld shower – Independent garden entrance.

A/C portable units available on request

LIVING SPACES
Ground Floor: Spacious living/game room accessible via separate garden entrance. Billiard table and dining area with open kitchen corner.
First Floor: Spacious living room with fireplace. Elegant dining room and adjacent breakfast room. Galley fully-equipped kitchen. Sitting room with plasma, satellite TV.

OUTDOOR FEATURES
Private pergola for dining al-fresco, an extensive lawn for lounging and private woods for long walks. Very well-tended gardens, badminton field and majestic swimming pool.

SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Villa Aiola provides maximum comfort in a peaceful, refined and very private atmosphere. Guests can enjoy walks and bike rides through the property’s private paths and visits to the nearby Montepulciano, Montalcino, and Cetona – famous for their history, cuisine and wineries. Also close is San Casciano dei Bagni – its best kept secret is an old Roman spa offering therapeutic thermal spring waters and beauty/health treatments. Enjoy typical local cuisine in this villa prepared by a Tuscan cook who has mastered the traditional culinary skills of the region.
Nearest Airport: Florence Peretola  1 h 32 min
Nearest serviced town: 4 min
Nearest major city: Siena 1 h
Driving time estimated by Google Maps

The impressive views of Val d'Orcia, which inspired so many Renaissance painters, is dotted with little villages, castles, abbeys and hamlets, each telling a fascinating ancient story. Time here can still pass slowly and you can enjoy every second of it.
Visit the famous town of Montalcino, best-known for the distinguished Brunello red wine, and the artistic jewel town of Pienza, which was used as a backdrop to Franco Zeffirelli’s masterpiece: “Romeo and Juliet”. The walled hilltop medieval town of Montepulciano, the picturesque Cetona, the charming thermal villages of San Casciano dei Bagni and Bagno Vignoni are also well worth a visit.
To explore Florence on a day trip, the best way is to leave your car at the Chiusi-Chianciano train station and hop on one of the many trains to Florence - Santa Maria Novella Station (they run every hour and in less than two hours you are in Florence’s historical center). For the updated schedule please visit Trenitalia Official Website

WHERE TO EAT
La Grotta - A classic restaurant with refined dishes and a great selection of Vino Nobile wines. Specialties include homemade pici (fresh pasta), with duck ragù and white truffle.
Loc. San Biagio, Montepulciano - +39 0578 757 607
Ristorante Daniela - Tuscan cuisine at its best make this one of the favorite spots for locals. Say hi to Daniela and tell her Bravo sent you!
Piazza Matteotti 7, San Casciano dei Bagni - +39 0578 580 41
La Frateria - Fine dining in one of the most elegant and romantic restaurants in the area with prix fix and a-la-carte menus. Beautifully set in a historical convent.
Convento di San Francesco 2, Cetona - +39 0578 238 261
Boccon divino - Great local food and stunning view from the terrace. If you come with a large group, you may want to try the very reasonable priced tasting menu for the table.
Via Traversa dei Monti 201, Montalcino - +39 0577 848 233
Latte di Luna - Rustic trattoria serving excellent local cuisine, homemade pasta and meats. Popular with the locals for the roasted pig. In summer, outdoor seating in the piazza is available.
Via San Carlo 2-4, Pienza - +39 0578 748 606

WHERE TO SHOP
Food specialties - La Cornucopia, our favorite among the many retailers of artisanal food products in the area, with a wide selection of wines, pasta, olive oil, locally made Pecorino cheeses, honey and sweets.
Piazza Martiri della Libertà 2, Pienza - +39 0578 748 150
Le Potassine - wide selection of local wines with particular focus on Brunello, and typical farm products. Added value: they can ship abroad with home delivery.
Piazza Garibaldi 6, Montalcino - +39 0577 152 3970
Silvana Cugusi’s cheeses are a specialty well worth bringing home.
Strada Statale 146, Montepulciano - +39 0578 757 558.
Leather goods - Officine 904, a family-run company producing some of the most versatile bags in Italy.
Via Dogali 16 Pienza - +39 0578 190 0817
Hortus Mirabilis - Herbalist's shop selling natural remedies for general well-being and for almost any medical condition.
Piazza delle sorgenti 35/A, Bagno Vignoni - +39 0577 888 944




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