ONE MILE FROM HEART OF HISTORIC FLORENCE, STUNNING 5BD-5BA VILLA W/HEATED POOL! | Villa in firenze

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Arcetri Villa | ONE MILE FROM HEART OF HISTORIC FLORENCE, STUNNING 5BD-5BA VILLA W/HEATED POOL!

5 Bedroom Villa in Arcetri, firenze

This fabulous 5 Bedroom - 5 Bathroom Villa dates back to the XVIIIth century and lies on the hill of "Poggio Imperiale", one of the most exclusive residential areas of the city of Florence. Being only one mile away from Porta Romana square, a renowned "gate" into the heart of the historic district of the city, the villa is ideally located to visit Florence and its Tuscan surroundings at their very best!
Set within a 3 hectare (7.4 acres) estate, this delightful villa is flooded with sunlight and has recently been extensively and carefully renovated by the owners to the highest standards. All of the original charm and architectural features have been strictly maintained and are highlighted by the wonderful Tuscan landscape, second to none for its striking beauty.
Each living space has been exquisitely appointed to create a sophisticated and cozy atmosphere making the villa a truly unique gem, within just a few minutes from the very best that the city of Florence has to offer. The breathtaking views of the surrounding hills together with the tranquility of the estate create a relaxing, and peaceful atmosphere.
The property provides its guests with a unique blend of indoor and outdoor living, perfect for a family reunion, a group of friends traveling together, or an anniversary party…with its 5 wonderfully decorated bedrooms and bathrooms, the villa offers the ultimate accommodation for your dream luxury holiday in Florence!
The Garden.
The beautiful typical Tuscan landscape of the villa’s private garden, full of fruit and olive trees, roses, century-old cypresses and pine trees, can be enjoyed throughout the villa.
The garden also looks out onto the beautiful Florentine hillside as well as Villa del Poggio Imperiale – from 1737 to 1860 this was the residence of the "Lorena" family, the Austrian Grand dukes of Tuscany. And the Arcetri observatory where Galileo Galilei continued his astronomical research after being called to Florence in 1610 by Cosimo II dei Medici can be seen as well.
The Private Heated Pool.
The wonderful salt-water infinity pool sits right next to the villa’s terrace and garden and comes with a full set of comfortable sun loungers.
Being wonderfully exposed to the sun all day, the pool’s water gets really warm (around 31-32 Celsius/88-90 Fahrenheit) during the summer months, while it is heated during the Spring and Fall.
The Location.
The villa’s location is without any doubt one of its most unique and important features. While immersed in the beauty and quietness of the typical Tuscan landscape it is located just about a mile away from Porta Romana square (where the old city walls begin), and represents the beginning of the historic district of the city of Florence. So, all of the cities’ main points of interest can be easily and quickly reached in just a few minutes either by car, taxi, bus or even on foot.
Just to name a few examples, world-renowned Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge) and the Uffizi museum (the very “heart” of the historical district) are only about 1.9 miles away, while the main train station (Santa Maria Novella) and Piazza Del Duomo (Main cathedral) are only about 2.5 miles away.
The nearest grocery stores, restaurant/pizzeria, pharmacy, bakery, cafes are located just within a 6-7 minute walking distance. At this same location it is also possible to take the bus that goes right into the heart of the center in just a few minutes.
Taxi service works perfectly as well, as taxis usually reach the villa within 3 to 5 minutes from the time they are called (nearest taxi station is only about 1 mile away).
Furthermore, from the villa it is possible to easily reach the road leading to the nearby Chianti villages (such as Greve, Panzano, Gaiole), the freeway to places like San Gimignano or Siena, and to the A1 Highway (to reach Rome, Milan, Naples or other places in Tuscany such as Pisa, Lucca).
The Layout.
Interiors:
The villa is air conditioned throughout the entire home and comes with a total of 5 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms, so it can comfortably welcome up to 10 guests (upon demand, an extra twin bed can be added to accommodate up to 11 guests). Below is a detailed description:
- Entrance hall
- Dining room with wooden table and full set of chairs (accommodating up to 10 guests), directly connected to the outdoor terrace and kitchen
- Fully equipped kitchen, completely renovated in late 2015, with top of the line appliances: stove, oven, fridge/freezer, ice machine, Nespresso, drip-coffee machine, Moka (Italian style) coffee machine, dishwasher, sink, toaster, kettle, microwave
- Living room with working fireplace and 48” TV (with SKY satellite channels), directly connected to the dining room and opening onto the private garden/pool area
- Office room with large desk, printer and hard-wired (LAN) internet connection
- Master bedroom with 1 King bed, large walk-in closet and large en-suite bathroom (with shower)
- 1 King bedroom with an attached bathroom (with shower)
- 1 Queen bedroom with an attached bathroom (with shower)
- 1 bedroom with two twin beds (that can be joined to form a King upon request) with en-suite bathroom (shower)
- 1 bedroom with two twin beds (that can be joined as a King upon request) with en-suite bathroom (with shower)
All bathrooms have been completely renovated in 2016 with some of finest, top quality Italian marbles.
Exteriors:
The outdoor area features a large terrace covered by an automatic awning and comes with a large teak wooden table and a full set of chairs (seating up to 12 guests). To the right of the terrace there is a small laundry room, equipped with a washer and dryer.
The private garden develops to the left and in front of the terrace, while the private pool is just below it. The whole outdoor area is immaculately kept at all times and is full of colorful flowers, rosemary and lavender bushes, as well as century-old cypress trees.
The property is accessed through a private entrance gate, followed by a driveway leading up to the villa’s main entrance. Mid way through the driveway there is a large gated parking area.
Recap of Amenities:
- Air conditioning throughout the villa (all bedrooms & living area)
- Wi-Fi Internet connection
- “Office Room” with large desk, a hard-wired (LAN) internet connection and a printer
- Private entrance gate, gated parking and private garden
- Private heated pool
- 48” TV with “SKY” satellite channels
- Laundry room with separate washer and dryer
- Fully equipped Kitchen
- Outdoor terrace, fully furnished with a set of table/chairs and automatic awning
*** The “City Tax” of € 3.00 per person per night, applicable for a maximum of 7 nights, is to be paid upon arrival as per the city of Florence regulatory rules (kids under 12 are exempt)***
CIN: IT048017C2RNKA3K53

ONE MILE FROM HEART OF HISTORIC FLORENCE, STUNNING 5BD-5BA VILLA W/HEATED POOL! is located in Arcetri. ONE MILE FROM HEART OF HISTORIC FLORENCE, STUNNING 5BD-5BA VILLA W/HEATED POOL! provides accommodation, featuring Entertainment, Air Conditioner, Private Pool, among other amenities. This Villa features Entertainment, Air Conditioner, Private Pool, to make your stay a comfortable one.

ONE MILE FROM HEART OF HISTORIC FLORENCE, STUNNING 5BD-5BA VILLA W/HEATED POOL! has 5 Bedrooms , 5 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Villa because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Villa, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Villa has a friendly neighborhood, and the Arcetri has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Villa in Arcetri, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
  • Pool
  • TV
  • Private Pool
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Security/Safety
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Guest Services
  • Entertainment
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Event Policy Events allowed
Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm
Check-out Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy Pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy Smoking is not permitted
Other Policy Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property parties and events are allowed on site please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property property registration number it048017c2rnka3k53 special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
 
firenze, 50125, Italy

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Apr 28, 2025 03:09:33 PM
Summary: The Villa was simply stunning. There were 8 of us and we all felt we had plenty of space. The pool was glorious and with the surrounding countryside it was just so peaceful and relaxing. The kitchen was great to cook in for our family dinners. The walk to the bus seemed longer than 1 mile but, once you got to the bus, it was a quick ride into the heart of Florence. We found the transit super easy to navigate, when compared to other places in Europe we have stayed, and so we were able to take day trips to Bologna, Pisa, Verona, Siena and San Gimignano. Marinella was super helpful and, had she not been around, we would not have been able to find a van to get us to the airport for our next flight without her help. We would definitely stay at the villa again if we came back to Florence.
Rebecca J. Rebecca J.
Apr 3, 2025 10:15:31 PM
Summary: Absolutely one of the best we have had. Everyone was delighted in the villa and surroundings. Not really walkable with the little kids but we used taxiapp when we wanted to go to the city center. Marinella was fabulous, Guido brought groceries and wine. Even made lasagnas for our first night stay. The real kept the pool too cold to swim, but they typically do t heat it until late March. The house was very accommodating for 10 of us. Loved it.
Paula T. Paula T.
Dec 27, 2024 07:53:50 PM
Summary: Amazing villa, great check in process. Rooms gorgeous, living space's very comfortable. We stayed with 2 families over Christmas, very cosy. A car is very useful to see neighbouring towns.
Yolanda C. Yolanda C.
Nov 1, 2024 12:29:21 AM
Summary: My group of 8 family and friends really enjoyed our recent stay at Villa Le Fontanine! The villa is large and well appointed. Very clean and comfortable. The grounds are beautiful and well kept. We loved the pool and the outdoor table with stunning views. The trip into Florence is easy. The villa is on a busy road, but you would never know when you are in the house, you hear no traffic noise. When we booked, we received a great Guest Information Book which had lots of information about the area and helped with booking day trips and a chef to come to the villa to cook dinner and to give us a cooking class.
jody k. jody k.
Jun 9, 2024 03:32:27 PM
Summary: Beautiful House Wonderful and Relaxing
Steven E. Steven E.
May 30, 2024 02:24:05 AM
Summary: We stayed two weeks for our joint 70th birthdays, with old friends the first week and family the second week. The villa is ideally located for sight-seeing in Florence or roamimg about Tuscany. It has a lovely setting in a small valley south of the Pitti Palace, with a country view from the covered patio. The bedrooms are pleasant with comfortable beds and individual bathrooms. The kitchen and dining room were well equipped. Our housekeeper came in most days and was very pleasant and unobtrusive. We commented that Villa Fontanine was the perfect place to return after a day touring such a magnificent city and region in Italy.
Ian P. Ian P.
May 26, 2024 12:22:50 AM
Summary: Wonderful place to stay and very, very nice and accommodating owners Loved it - would definitely come back!!
Dave D. Dave D.
Apr 20, 2024 07:05:32 PM
Summary: This is a fabulous property, wish we could have spend more time. Beautiful area, the backyard is overlooking the valley with Tuscan hills. We found the location superb, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, but close enough to get a taxi for 10 Euros to be within the city in 10 mins. Please do not walk to the main square, as the roads are narrow and the traffic is fast. the host is exceptional, cleaning service comes every day, cleaning the pool every day. The house is decorated very nicely with all the essentials in the kitchen. The bathrooms are updated with marble floors and walls. This reminded me of home. We will love to visit back and stay for 2 weeks here. Thank you letting us stay at your house and making our stay memorable.
Nitin N. Nitin N.
Dec 6, 2023 02:00:18 PM
Summary: The property was great. We used Tommisio the whole time to drive us. Great to be picked up and dropped off at property. Also had a recommended chef come in for a cooking class, which was wonderful. The owners provided us with great information prior to our arrival.
Brenda S. Brenda S.
Sep 14, 2023 11:00:50 AM
Summary: Overall, my family and I had a fantastic experience staying at Villa Le Fontaine. Marinella was great at recommending activities and many restaurants. Guido was also incredibly helpful with making sure we had groceries, and the entire cleaning team was wonderful. The room accommodations were also comfortable (everyone had their own bathroom) and we were very close to town! There were however a few things left out of the listing that we didn't find out until we arrived. For example, there are multiple properties under this management & we did have one person living above us. My family did not feel like it was a "private villa" as cars were in the driveway and whoever lived up above could see us at the pool if they were home. And there were last minute costs such as security deposit, tax per person and cleaning bill (all needed in euro) that we found out about 48 hours before arriving. These were not cheap costs so it would have been helpful if we had more notice. They did make the checkout process seamless, and deposit was paid back in full!
Jackie V. Jackie V.

FAQ's

Is this Arcetri villa pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Arcetri villa have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Arcetri villa has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Arcetri villa?

Best-rates for the Arcetri villa starts from $928 per night with includes Pet Friendly, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Internet, Laundry, Pool, TV, Wellness Facilities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Entertainment, Air Conditioner, Private Pool, Child Friendly, Kitchen StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Arcetri villa a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this villa Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the villa has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Arcetri villa wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Arcetri villa has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Arcetri villa?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Arcetri villa indicates 1 day stay policy at this villa. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Arcetri villa?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Arcetri villa are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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