Luxury holiday Villas to let in Tuscany, Italy.
Villa Aurora -
Villa Tuscany, Region Florence near Montaione
Villa Aurora, Italiy, Tuscany, Province of Florence, Montaione - 8-16 Persons
Lying to the northern tip of the Estate, totally immersed in private woods with a sweeping valley of olives and deep woodlands this Villa truly is ‘the house in the woods’. Along a private tree-lined gravel road, a wrought iron gated entrance leads into a gravel driveway that swings right around the house.
A tableau green lawn sits in front of two wide arched glass fronted French windows and leads onto rose gardens with secular cypresses and olives. Stone steps lead down onto one of the most amazing pools you will find anywhere. A stunning, lightly mosaic tiled infinity pool with waterfall drop away effect opens out onto a deep woodland valley.
Solid and powerful, the Villa is a classic Tuscan villa. The old yellowy Tuscan stone exterior sets off beautifully the pristine grey gravel driveway, the warm terracottas of the outside covered loggia veranda and the sea of greenery that encompasses the whole property.
The double arched glass entrance doors open out into a totally unexpected interior. Contemporary rustic, in the latest tones and textures, cream walls and dark grey stone flooring complement washed heavy wood furniture draped in rich brown, golden yellow and sage green chenilles. The décor has been carefully studied as have the accessories. Rustic yet sumptuously comfortable. Natural colours, fabrics and materials. Unique lighting accessories and occasional furniture make the property a delight to observe.
Light and airy the ground floor is totally panoramic. The living and dining areas are divided through archways and the full glass windows leave wonderful views onto the pool and garden.
To the left of the living area is a comfy sitting area with master fireplace. Two large mirrors hung behind the sofa reflect the fireplace and create an added lighting effect. More sofas sit in front of the glass fronted doors looking out onto the garden as does a pretty round table with wonderfully styled washed heavy rattan seating. Great for games, drinks or lunch. To the other side of the living area are two rectangular dining tables which can be joined to make one long imperial table when entertaining. The glass fronted single doors lead from the dining area outside on to the gravel courtyard and woodland area and around to the loggia veranda.
Tucked away in the corner another door opens onto a modest sized yet fully equipped and beautifully furnished Tuscan kitchen. A heavy marble table with sunshine yellow legs sits in the middle of the room and a copper sink and taps with multi coloured tiled make this colourful room extremely pleasant for everyone to create in.
A small utility room leads off the kitchen and a highly functional double cloakroom/staff bathroom with wonderful terracotta basins and dark green grés tiling sits off the living area.
To the right of the ground floor are full two bedrooms with ensuite shower rooms. An added plus for those guests that prefer not to have to walk the stairs. Both rooms have a glass garden door and so immediate access to the outside without having to pass through the living area.
Upstairs is reached by an inside terracotta staircase. The effect is amazing. The stairway walls and upstairs long hall are painted a rich green. The long corridor lined with lamps and mirrors and is reminiscent of a castle hallway. Bedrooms lead off the hallway left and right. There are in total 6 bedrooms on the first floor, 3 of which are full doubles with ensuite bathrooms with tub and incorporated shower, 1 twin room with ensuite bathroom with tub and incorporated shower and a master double bedroom and master twin with ensuite bathrooms both with tub and separate walk in shower. A little old fashioned with tubs maybe but very much appreciated!
Bedrooms are in natural hues with four posters – slatted bases and firm mattresses - and draped back cloths, luminous, spacious and all with shuttered windows. Woodland, horizon and pool and garden views. Light fittings are retro in stainless steel and mesh as are the doors of the big solid Tuscan wardrobes. Bedside tables are in Tuscan stone. A knowing mix of textures, colours and materials create the most contemporary atmosphere in Essential comfort.
Bathrooms are finished in dark green grés tiling, terracotta basins, feature wooden ladder clothes rests or towel rests (in addition to full vertical heated towel rail radiators), glass hanging lantern lighting and spot lighting and many with electric sky lights. Fun and a true delight.
All rooms of the villa are air-conditioned.
The spectacular infinity pool of the villa, the strategically placed pool offers the most dramatic waterfall drop away effect. With a spa bath at both ends of the pool, in the centre a flight of Roman steps lead down into the water. Bordered by a Tuscan stone paved solarium, this fantastically pitched pool lies right next to the valley and is then in turn itself overlooked by woodland, villa and gardens. The position takes advantage of the sun all day long. Another spectacular setting to watch the sun go down, over drinks maybe!
The south and westerly facing Loggia is perfect for shady relaxing and informal dining. Towards the west of the house off the kitchen area and just in front of the pathway down to poolside, the pretty Tuscan loggia veranda provides a wonderful space for entertaining. Perfectly appointed, not only does the loggia provide wonderful dawn and twilight views, surrounded to the rear by trees it also overlooks the garden and pool as well as deep woodland views.
A perfect property for entertaining, superbly positioned, this Villa is a sophisticated venue for family reunions, celebrations, parties and professional events.
The Villa is part of a Concierge Experience Property. Sleeping up to 16 guests. Please see rates and below for all services included and services possible on request A La Carte.
basic information
Villa, Europa, Italy, Tuscany, Florence, the nearest town is Montaione (7 km), one division (complete house or apartment) , 8 - 16 persons, pool 7 x 14 metres
general information
restored 2007
general location
country side, height 200 metres
terms of costs
stay from saturday to saturday, at least 1 weeks, deposit requested
segmentation
8 persons: normal allocation, 16 persons: maximum allocation, 6 double bedroom with double bed, 2 double bedroom with single bed, 2 bathroom with shower, tub and toilette, 2 bathroom with shower and toilette, 4 bathroom with tub and toilette, 1 additional toilette, 1 terraces, 1 loggia, 1 separate kitchen, 1 living room
furnishing
sat tv, american coffee machine, air conditioning, heating, fireplace, oven, stereo set, washing machine, iron, ironing board, dvd player, dsl access, dishwasher, hearth
furnishing outside
open parking place, barbecue, garden, pergola, terraces, deckchairs, seating
location
| view to: | nature view, hillside view |
| landscape around the location: | untouched nature, country side, on a hilltop, in the hills |
| nearest town: | Montaione (7 km) |
| other towns close to the location: | Castelfiorentino (6 km) , Pisa (45 km) , Florenz (45 km) , Siena (70 km) |
| next airport: | Pisa (45 km) |
| next train station: | Castelfiorentino (6 km) |
infrastructure
the next highway is Florenz / Scandicci (40 km) , nearest beach 80 km distant , nearest golf-course is 20 km distant , nearest supermarket is 7 km distant , nearest restaurant is 7 km distant
possibilities in the area
jogging, swimming, golfing
institutions in the area
museum, thermal baths, golf court, vinyards, historical buildings
predestined for
culture and relaxing, relaxing holiday, summer holiday, golfing holdiay, gourmet and wine holiday, family holiday
services
halfboard, additional cleaning service during the stay, cooking courses on request, reception, breakfast
special hints
suitable for festivities, longer access road not tared, private or hired car necessary, pets on agreement, suitable for groups
Maps
Prices
additional costs and optional services
Wi-Fi (hotspot or ADSL line) - free connection
Maid service ( ca. 3 hours) per morning Mon - Fri with 3 changes of bath linen (expect Saturday, Sunday on request)
Final cleaning
Air conditioning
Pool towels one supply - extra changes available on request
Washer and dryer - free use
One fold away child cot with sheets (up to 2.5 years aprrox), one high chair providet with rental, extra folding baby bed up to 2.5 years 90 Euro per week, extra high chair and baby bed 25 Euro per week each item on request
Extra fold away child bed up to 12 years 250 Euro per week on request
Extra aduld bed Euro 350 Euro per week on request
Contact me
Best regards, Frank Fingerhut
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