Palazzo
From €8745 per week
5- 10
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- From €8745 per week
TUSCANY
Nestled in the heart of the famous Chianti Valley, with its undulating green hills and famous wineries, stands the elegant Villa Palazzo with its old world charm. Perfectly situated near the most important cities of Tuscany, Villa Palazzo is less than an hour from Florence, Pisa, and Siena. With absolute privacy and luxury, the villa’s features and personal touches offer a privileged way to enjoy the beauty of Italy.
6 BEDROOMS/6 BATHROOMS
MAIN VILLA
Ground Floor: Queen bedroom with en suite bathroom with tub with handheld shower (towel heater).
First Floor: Queen/twin bedroom with en suite bathroom with Jacuzzi tub with handheld shower plus shower stall (towel heater).
Twin bedroom with private bathroom with tub with handheld shower plus shower stall.
Twin bedroom with private bathroom with Jacuzzi tub with handheld shower plus shower stall.
Master queen bedroom, with fireplace and balcony overlooking the courtyard, and private bathroom with double sink and Jacuzzi tub with handheld shower plus shower stall.
MEDIEVAL TOWER (SEPARATE ENTRANCE)
First Floor: Queen bedroom with fireplace with small en suite bathroom with shower stall (towel heater). Access to tower rooftop with spectacular views of the surrounding countryside.
All bedrooms have A/C and all bathrooms are provided with hair dryers.
LIVING SPACES
MAIN VILLA
Ground Floor: Large living area and spacious dining room, both with access to courtyard; study with extensive book library; large, fully equipped kitchen with dining area; sitting room.
MEDIEVAL TOWER
Ground Floor: Spacious living area with fireplace.
OUTDOOR FEATURES
Private XIII Century chapel, beautiful gardens and manicured lawns, an outdoor (cold-water) shower, and private swimming pool (5 x 10 meter) set on its own terrace.
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Palazzo has been featured in many famous magazines for its decor and actress Julia Roberts was one of the first guests to stay at the villa since the renovation. Finely restored to preserve its original historical and architectural characteristics, each room is unique in color, décor, view and furnishings. The villa’s strategic position over the undulating hills offers a one-of-a-kind panorama looking out over the vineyards, olive groves, fields and forests of Chianti. The staff resides on property – privacy is guaranteed.
Nearest Airport: Florence Peretola 37 min
Nearest serviced town: 10 min
Nearest major city: Siena 55 min
Driving time estimated by Google Maps
The medieval town of Siena is built across several hills and valleys; that’s why you will find yourself walking up and down through its historical center. The lack of car traffic makes Siena a wonderful place to stroll, especially with kids! Despite sometimes being packed with tourists, the city always has a quiet and easygoing feel. A must-see is the shell-shaped square called Il Campo. This is the focal point of the city and the perfect setting to snap your Instagram photos while enjoying an over-sized gelato. This is also the venue of the internationally renowned horse race, The Palio, which takes place on July 2nd and again on August 16th each year.
Visit San Gimignano, famous for its skyline, and Volterra, renown for alabaster artifacts. The small fortress cities within easy driving distance of one another, each offer their own special appeal. The medieval walled city of Monteriggioni – for example – was built in the 13th century and it is known to be one of the most well preserved ancient fortifications in Italy, which is why it is a preferred destination for plenty of tourists, scholars, architects and archeologists from all over Europe.
WHERE TO EAT
Osteria Le Logge – Excellent Tuscan cuisine at elegant old-world restaurant. The best tables are on the ground floor, but there is also outdoor seating. Delicious handmade fresh pastas (small portions). Don’t miss the desserts! Watch out for the small step down as you walk in!
Via del Porrione 33, Siena – +39 0577 480 13
Enoteca I Terzi – casual atmosphere under a vaulted ceiling, market to table seasonal ingredients divinely cooked, extensive selection of wine.
Via dei Termini, Siena – +39 0577 44329
Il colombaio – Michelin starred restaurant (in 2016!) in a very traditional sophisticated atmosphere. Outdoor seating also available.
Localita Colombaio, Casole d’Elsa – +39 0577 949002
Villa Dievole great restaurant with excellent food, set in a wine and extra virgin olive estate. Not only you can buy wine and olive oil produced on the estate, they can even ship it internationally.
Località Dievole, 6 (fraz. Vagliagli) Castelnuovo Berardenga – +39 0577 322613
Officina della Cucina Popolare This restaurant sits right inside the ancient medieval city walls of Colle di Val d’Elsa. Just a two minute walk from the free parking areas nearby the city gate called Porta Nuova. The menus are seasonal and utilize fresh local ingredients grown by nearby farmers. Enjoy true Tuscan food.
Via Gracco del Secco 86, Colle di Val d’Elsa – +39 0577 921 796
WHERE TO SHOP
Handmade Crystal: Collevilca – besides purchasing their products, take a factory tour available from Monday to Friday and watch the artisans hand-blowing their creations.
Loc. San Marziale, 24, Colle di Val D’Elsa – +39 0577 927 204
Alabaster Houseware: Alab’Arte, an artisanal bottega where one-of-a-kind pieces are created.
Via degli Orti di San Agostino, Volterra – +39 0588 879 68
The best gelato: Gelateria di Piazza in San Gimignano it’s one of the most famous ice cream shops in all of Italy. Award-winning master ice cream maker Sergio Dondoli uses seasonal ingredients to create some unusual flavors.
Piazza Della Cisterna 4, San Gimignano – +39 0577 942244
Specialty Food shop: Pizzicheria de Miccoli – Located in Siena historic center, it is very well known for its special selection of Tuscan cured meats.
Via di Citta 95, Siena – +39 0577 246948
Amenities
Air Conditioning
Parking
Swimming Pool
Terrace / Alfresco Dining
View
Wifi
Extra Optional Services
Airport Transfer
Cooking class
Extra Housekeeping
Guided Tours
Private Chef
Wine Tour
Pricing and Availability
Standard rates €11,255.00
From – 30 Sep 2023 – 22 Dec 2023 €8,745.00
From – 23 Dec 2023 – 05 Jan 2024 €10,265.00
From – 06 Jan 2024 – 03 May 2024 €9,120.00
From – 04 May 2024 – 21 Jun 2024 €10,265.00
From – 22 Jun 2024 – 16 Aug 2024 €11,255.00
From – 17 Aug 2024 – 27 Sep 2024 €10,265.00
From – 28 Sep 2024 – 20 Dec 2024 €9,120.00
From – 21 Dec 2024 – 03 Jan 2025 €10,265.00
Pricing Notes
INCLUDED WITH RENT
Electricity up to 300 kWh/week; extra electricity charged at €0.90/kWh
Water and final cleaning
Continental breakfast daily: between 8:30 am and 11:30 pm (no hot dishes)
Housekeeping service daily – bedrooms only: 9:00 am -12:00 pm
NOT INCLUDED WITH RENT
Electricity over 300 kWh/week charged at €0.90/kWh
Heating, if required, charges depending on usage: €5.50/unit during months that require heating. Note: The heating will be turned on two (2) days prior guests’ arrival in order to reach the desired temperature
Additional housekeeping: €15/hour/staff member
Cook service – No third-party suppliers allowed: the services will be provided by the villa management and in-house staff
Cost of food and beverage
Babysitting service, depending on availability
Telephone charges
NOTES
Security deposit: €800 in cash or Visa/MasterCard due upon arrival
The Italian government might require the payment of a Visitor’s Tax (approximately €1.50 – €5.00 per person, per day, depending on the location) and may be applied for the first seven days in the destination. This tax is payable locally, in Euro cash.
Washing machine, dishwasher and any major cooking appliances may only be used by the staff
Maximum 4 children (age 12 or younger)
Pets NOT allowed
Check-in: between 3:00 pm–7:00 pm – Check-out: before/by 9:30 am
All the extra services must be paid locally, prior to departure unless otherwise arranged
Toscana - Tuscany
Tuscany is the place we all dream of….The place we want to retire to, and it is that place that will echo in your heart for a life time once you have stayed there and felt the essence of the organic life that passes by there each day.
With fields of sunflowers as far as they eye can see, olive groves and vineyards lining every street corner make Tuscany’s country side a picture worth painting. With its abundance of  tiny medieval towns scattered around the hills, open air markets where locals gather each Saturday morning to offer their produce such as Truffle oil, olives, chianti wine, cured meats etc makes Tuscany the perfect place to visit for those that love food, wine and history.