Property 10719 - VALDARNO

3 Bedrooms

Location and Surrounding Area
Immersed in the peaceful Tuscan countryside, this carefully restored farmhouse is ideally located to explore the region’s cultural highlights and most spectacular natural wonders. With breathtaking views over the surrounding countryside, this five-bedroom property is the perfect base for unforgettable day trips to the most beautiful towns in Tuscany and provides a unique opportunity to admire its splendid landscapes while soaking up the region’s incredibly rich historical and cultural heritage.

In less than an hour by car, you can reach Florence, a treasure trove of art with an astonishing contemporary vibe. Beyond the extraordinary artistic heritage, a testimony to its centuries of civilization, the best way to enjoy Florence is to stroll along the riverside avenues at sunset or to get lost among the city’s myriad alleyways in the bohemian Oltrarno or the narrow streets of San Niccolò, where it feels like you have stepped back in time along its centuries-old walls.

In an hour by car, you can reach the walled town of San Gimignano, one of Italy’s best-preserved medieval villages. As you crest the nearby hills, the fourteen towers of the town rise like medieval Manhattan. Today, not even the plague would deter the swarms of summer day-trippers, lured by a palpable sense of history and the enchanting rural setting. The historic center was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and strolling through the streets will make you feel like you have stepped back in time.

The villa is also a few kilometres from the medieval town of Siena. Its ancient red-brick buildings, the scallop-shaped main square, Piazza del Campo, and the Cathedral Square, dominated by the zebra-striped Duomo, make it an absolute must for anyone traveling to Tuscany. Effectively an open-air museum celebrating the Gothic, Siena boasts secular monuments that have retained both their medieval forms and their exceptional art collections, providing plenty to marvel at.

The villa is a few kilometres from Volterra, one of Tuscany’s most dramatic hilltop towns. Despite its many attractions, Volterra sees fewer tourists than other Tuscan towns, so you can expect to share its winding stone streets with locals and explore its ancient sites without crowds. Founded by the Etruscans and surrounded by medieval walls, Volterra has a notable historic centre filled with fascinating Roman ruins, medieval buildings, and alabaster workshops.

Villa Lo Specchio is 46 km from Florence Amerigo Vespucci International Airport, 113 km from Pisa Galileo Galilei International Airport, 134 km from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, and 274 km from Rome Leonardo da Vinci International Airport. Florence is 34 km from the property, Arezzo is 46 km, San Gimignano is 76 km, Siena is 95 km, Volterra is 98 km, Lucca is 110 km, Livorno is 124 km, Pisa is 132 km, Grosseto is 134 km, and Forte dei Marmi is 141 km.

The Property
Surrounded by rolling hills and expansive meadows, Villa Lo Specchio is a romantic farmhouse set within a generous private garden, offering charming views of the surrounding countryside. This thoughtfully renovated villa is perfect for families and groups of friends seeking to enjoy the tranquillity of the countryside in complete privacy. Villa Lo Specchio provides an intimate atmosphere and can accommodate up to six guests in three double bedrooms, with an additional single sofa bed available for one more guest.

Encircled by a lush garden, this magnificent property features an exceptional infinity pool and a spacious paved poolside area furnished with comfortable sun loungers, inviting guests to sit back and unwind. The poolside area offers a serene atmosphere, making it an idyllic spot for basking in the sun and enjoying moments of relaxation with a good book and a glass of prosecco. The outdoor area also includes a barbecue and outdoor furniture, perfect for relaxing on hot summer days.

Decorated in a palette of soft, natural tones, the ground floor boasts a living room connected to a spacious dining room that opens onto the garden, a guest bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen. The sleeping area is located on the first floor, where all three spacious double bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms with showers. Additionally, a single sofa bed is located in an independent room, accommodating one more guest. A shared tennis court is available on request, subject to availability, providing an additional recreational option for guests.