Villa

Scia n. 177405/03/2011

Valpiana is an old picturesque Tuscan farmhouse
for a stay up to 10 persons (with a max of 12 pers.)
It is a comfortable holiday villa for young & old, surrounded by forest, organic vineyard & olive tree fields, cypresses and lavender.The location is perfect for friends and families to enjoy each other, the nature, and everything that Tuscany offer. There is fast Wi-Fi. It is child-friendly and guests can bring there pets.
It is perfect for groups with a theme such as: reunion, yoga, hikers, photographers, reflection, musicisti, painters, anniversary, marriage, art & culture visitors, birdwatchers and lovers of Tuscan wines and olive oil.

Valpiana is centrally located in Tuscany, in the municipality of Londa, 34 km from Florence.
It lies on a mountain plateau wins a beautiful view everywhere. It is on the edge of the Foreste Casentines National Nature Park (UNESCO World Heritage List!)
Guests stay here in an authentic pleasant green part of Tuscany, not plagued by mass tourism and the people are friendly.

The farm is since 1645 family property and have a rural atmosphere There is the farmer fireplace, wooden beamed ceilings, arches in the wall, chestnut wooden doors and terracotta floors.
The house is pleasantly spacious> 250m², cozy and well equipped.
It have a large fenced garden that offer a pool, outdoors furniture, BBQ, hammock, sun beds, ping pong table, swings and 2 showers. There are (fruit) trees, forest fruits, all kinds of flowers and plants and kitchen herbs for your use, such as: rosemary, thyme, laurel, mint, lemon balm, salvia, fennel and arugula.

* Logistics information.
At the location there is parking space for 3 cars. The most nearby village is Londa (3.5 km away) to buy all daily necessitie, it have 3 bars and 4 good restaurants + a car charging station.
Train station Londa/Contea is a 10-minute drive, bus stop is in central Londa. Londa have a lake with playgrounds and an outdoor training circuit.
At a distance of 1 up to 2 hours is Florance-Pisa-,Bologna airport.

* layout of the house
In the photo gallery is a floor plan of the house.
On the ground floor is the entrance hall with the original stone floor, the big kitchen/dining room, the living room with a large fireplace, a studio-bedroom and a bathroom (wheelchair accessible).
An original stone stairs leads to the hall on the second floor, this offers access to 6 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

* What can you do during your stay?
You can enjoy the location like; eating together inside or outside and look at the starry sky when it's dark. You wake up rested, see a beautiful mountain view, hear bird singing and smell the clean air.
There is a great diversity of flora and fauna to admire and you can walk strait in to the forest, olive fields or vineyard.
The garden is perfect to eat, relax, sunbath, and big enough to play football, boules or badminton, etc..
You can do mani out by activities: visits sevral waterfalls/rivers, long and short walks, (rental electronic) bike trips,
moutenbicken, horse back riding, climbing, Vespa tour, swimming, fishing etc..
For lovers of Italian cuisine there are many good restaurants, take a way or enjoy cooking with fresh local products.
Lovers of Italian fashion can hit the mall or the Designer Outlet.
Museums are in abundance, a small selection: Accademia, Uffizi, the Leonardo da Vincian Galileo Museum, Specola, Piaggio,Natural History Museum, the Italian Football- or wool Museum in Stia.

Valpiana is centrally located, therefor it is easy to visit famous Tuscan cities such as: Florence, Lucca, Arezzo, San Gimignano, Sienna, Pisa and the Cinque Terre.
It is also in the middle of 3 authentic Tuscan regions. The zone " Casentino " with medieval towns such as Poppi is littered with castles, impressive monasteries and churches. The " Mugello " region is an agricultural region with a beautiful rolling landscape. It produces delicious local products such as cheeses, sausage and chestnut dishes. There are many picturesque villages, markets, the big lake of Bilancino and the famous Circuit Mugello.
In the direction of Florence is the region " Val di Sieve ". This is known for the production of the Chianti Rufina wine, the rural vineyards in the mountain landscape and the many beautiful old olive groves. Visit the wine museum here, a wine castle for a tasting.

In the agriturismo you will find practical information and tips about (outdoor) activities, museums, city trips, shops, restaurants, ice cream gelateria, big and small (super) markets and other interesting spots like castles and monasteries etc..

* extra service
For guests who wants to know more about our extra virgin olive oil or about our wines we organize a Wine Tour & -tasting on location , accompanied by a tasting of typical Tuscan specialties.
In highseason there is also an interesting visit possible in our to olive oil mill in Londa.


The host, Nanette

Listing online since February 2016

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Buongiorno a tutti
We are Nanette (NL), Tommaso (IT) & children, the hosts of agriturismo Valpiana. We are blessed to live happily in the peaceful green heart of Tuscan where we produce organic quality olive oil & wines with great passion.
There is so much to admire and to do here. As locals we like to tell you all about it for an unforgettable holiday. With enthusiasm we would like to invite you to read on and even better to come and celebrate your holiday here. Everyone is welcome!

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Explanation of prices

The rent INCLUDES :

1 set of bed linen p. person,
1 set of shower towels per person,
kitchen linen per stay,
cooking gas,
tap water (hot & cold)
WiFi
washing machine
final cleaning.

The WiFi comes via ( Starlink ) and is in part of the garden and the house)

EXCLUSIVE
The costs for electricity use are excluded.
(Average costs between €45 and €70 per week)

The local municipality charges tourist tax for the first 7 days of stay in the municipality of Londa, they charge 1 euro per day per person from 12 years.

DAMAGE DEPOSIT
The damage deposit is €400, which will be refunded to your account within 7 working days.
A damage deposit of €500 is required for more than 10 guests/pet(s).
The exclusive costs can be paid at the location.


EXTRA SERVICE:
Valpiana offers extra service that guests can use of their choice (the extra service is not included in the rental price)

- baby/toddler supplies
- wood for the fireplace
- pellets for the pellet stove
- bring pets
- large luxury beach towels
- additional guests
- wine tour/tasting activities

Explanation of extra service:
Dogs are allowed upon consultation (€6 per day per dog)
Large beach towel can be rented on location (€3.50, luxury quality)

Additional guests, on top of the group size of 10 guests, €30 per night per additional guest

Toddler and/or baby supplies (such as crib, high chair, changing pillow, baby bath) can be placed on request for €20.

Heating the house. Pellets, fuel wood, etc. are available locally everywhere indication: 1 bag of pellets is € 8,- (firewood may also be available from the landlord)
Pre-heating the house so that you immediately have a warm house upon arrival is included in the rental price. Heating during your stay is the tenant's responsibility.

Additional bedding:
set 2 pers. €15,-
set 1 pers. €10/
extra towels:
€5 per set





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Minimum stay 7 nights
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Minimum stay 7 nights
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Minimum stay 7 nights
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Additional costs

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Deposit
€ 400.00
Per stay
Pay at location | required
Electricity
€ -
To consumption
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Tourist tax from 12 years
€ 1.00
Per person per night
Pay at location | required

Location & area recommendations

Additional information

Our family of 7 enjoyed the most perfect week. Nanette and her family were amazing hosts and we were all sorry to leave. If you have ever dreamed of staying in a 400 year old Tuscan villa you need to stay at this one. The photos don't do it justice as it's much much better. For a stay in September 2015
Valpiana is an amazing place to stay; the location is perfect for exploring Tuscany by car and train; it is easily accessibly from airports; and the setting is incredible. The farmhouse has everything you need to accommodate a large party (we were 9 getting together for a family celebration) and is clean and comfortable. You can easily explore the surrounding area or just stay at the villa and relax all week! Tommaso and Nanette were fantastic hosts, incredibly welcoming and kind. I would definitely recommend Valpiana, and will be visiting again!

Date of Stay: Aug 2015
Dreams of an Italian villa vacation aren't necessarily easy to make materialize, but if you do make it become a reality, Nanette and Tommaso and the Villa Valpiana will make your reality feel like a dream. I got good vibes from the first email contact with Nanette, and when viewing their website I could see the pride the family has in their land. My positive impression was fully confirmed upon arrival. The house is exactly as advertised- spacious and charming, with amazing views from every window. The land is idyllic- vineyards, gardens, hills and greenery. Walking the grounds first thing in the morning was the perfect way to start each day, and lounging in the hammock was the perfect way to end each day. There is a grocery store a few minutes away in Londa. The train station to Florence and beyond is 10 minutes away, although we drove 30 minutes to Pontassieve, where trains return later into the night. Siena and San Gimignano are each a 1 1/2 hr drive away.
The best way my impression was confirmed was with the owners, Nanette and Tommaso. What a joy it was to be welcomed by Nanette. She is energetic and funny and you can feel comfortable asking her any questions you have. I truly can't say enough good things about her. Tommaso kindly spent time chatting with us about wine and our trip. It is great that they live right next door, so they are around if you need them. We stayed for the middle week of our 3-week honeymoon, and they brought over a special treat when they found out about our special occasion. I have to say that the gesture really meant a lot, especially as a same-sex couple, because you don't always know what kind of people you're dealing with. All of our friends who joined us were very impressed with them. They are very worldly people, with Nanette being from Amsterdam and Tommaso in the wine business.
If you're looking for a rural Tuscan experience with amazing hosts and a heavenly setting, Villa Valpiana is it. I wish we stayed longer than a week! We didn't want to leave!

Stay in May 2015
Farmhouse in the hills with amazing views of the beautiful countryside, we had the best holiday with three families all getting together, the children were always entertained exploring the garden or swimming in the pool, the weather was very warm too. Our week also included 3 days at Mugello Moto GP which was only 45 minutes away & an amazing experience. Great location and owners were close by and very helpful. We will have lots of happy memories of our holiday at Valpiana with great friends.

Emma M.
Stay 06-24 June, 2015
We recently returned from a month of travel in Italy with my family. We spent nearly three weeks at the farmhouse at Valpaina with Nanette, Tommaso and their two children Giaconda and Casimiro. It was dreamy! We were three generations, ranging in age from 11 years old to 75 years old. My folks and my two boys ages 11 and 13 were there the entire time; my husband and sister each came for a part of the trip. The farmhouse was exactly what we were looking for- a beautiful, peaceful, rustic home to to both relax and use as a base for side trips and excursions in the area. Both the house and Nanette and Tommaso's family are absolutely lovely and charming. My folks went on nearly daily excursions to the surrounding towns and I spent a bit more time around the house reading and relaxing with the boys. The yard and garden were beautiful and the hammock was my favorite spot for reading. We enjoyed a number of meals outside in the garden with the entire family. We were at a higher elevation than I expected, with stunning views over Londa and the surrounding area. We did head out to Poppi, Sienna, Florence, Cinque Terra and Venice as well as the nearby towns so it was a nice balance of venturing out and simply enjoying the peace and quiet. I am a school teacher and this is exactly how I like to recharge over my summer vacation. My family, I believe, is the first set of visitors from New Mexico, US!!! By the end of our stay, my boys left behind two new friends. They enjoyed playing soccer, swimming, ping pong and having other kids to spend time with. We can only hope that we will see Nanette and Tommaso's family again. Hopefully our children will continue to communicate and stay and touch. This was a once in a lifetime trip for my family and I am certain that Valpaina was the perfect choice for us! Thank you Nanette and Tommaso for your kindness and for sharing your lovely home. Leslie From “The folks” - we absolutely LOVED our visit to Valpaina and “ditto” what my daughter wrote. I do want to add that you must have a car, must be absolutely comfortable driving on curvy back roads (living in New Mexico I’m an old “pro”!), and must enjoy chasing lightning bugs! Thank you Nanette and Tommaso for your fabulous fried zucchini flowers, wine jelly, lovely garden, and cheerful, helpful hospitality.
Doni
We have visited this wonderful farmhouse tucked away in the Tuscan hills 3 times and we will continue to return as Valpiana offers delightful accommodation in a fantastic setting. The owners who live close by have restored the farmhouse to a high tasteful standard. Both Nanette & Tomasso can be on hand to offer a guided tour of the gardens and vineyard and we can recommend their organic wine ! Londa offers delightful restaurants offering traditional tuscan fare and the train station in nearby Contea has trains direct to Florence in approx 40mins! Valpiana is truly a fantastic place to stay for a peaceful tranquil holiday in the Tuscan countryside but also a great place to dive into Tuscan Culture.

Stay: september 2014
"Our Italian home, sweet home!"
Dear Diary, We all have our little dreams that hopefully become true some day! Our awesome little family, with little Aribellissima, lovely Annely and *** Elario has fullfilled one of our biggest and bravest adventures in 2014! Valpiana became our home on the very moment we arrived. A proper home goes hand in hand with laughter, happy feelings and good friends! Fortunately enough, we found lifelong happy friends from the neighbouring barn, to whom we hope to see again already on "saturday". These two months in Valpiana were like a dream! We have written an unforgetable chapter to our memories... by seeing our little Aribellissima`s first 17 steps, by learning to love our neighbours (something new to estonians), by loading our "batteries" with vitamine-D, by running in the forest, by harvesting grapes, seeing nature and animals (especially the 3 musketeers, the dogs - Dorothy, Agatha and Luna). As well as by laughing and eating with Tommaso, Nanette, Gioconda and Casimiro... but mostly by being together as a family on an adventure! It can not be put in words! You can feel the energy inside us and see it on our faces, as we walk here, back in Tallinn.. but in our hearts, still in Valpiana. Love, A., mini-A. and e.01.09.2014-30.10.2014

Reviewed 21-11-2014 by: Aribellissima, Estonia :)
Date of stay: September/Oct. 2014
I have only one thing to say ...WAUW, awesome en chill. Everyone should come and have their best vacation ever. I stayed in august 2014 on Valpiana and I didden't know what to expect but it exceeded my wildest expectations. Verry nice people (everywhere) and good wine & food. If you want to have a real vacation I have only one advice: come over here and experience Valpiana yourselves. Many many cool pictures to take; clean beautiful nature, best of wheater. As a designer I found it verry inspiring. I had fun the whole time and came home very relaxed. Thank you Nanette and Tomasso.

With love and greetings Gwendolyn Qwerinto, and without a doubt I will see you next year!

Map


Layout

Living room
Ground floor

Natural stone

Couch 3 seats

Armchair

Bedroom 1
Ground floor

Bed: Single bed 200 x 110 cm

Natural stone

Duvets

Bedroom 2
1st floor

Bed: Single bed 200 x 90 cm

Bed: Single bed 200 x 90 cm

Natural stone

Bedroom 3
1st floor

Bed: Double bed 200 x 160 cm

Natural stone

Duvets

Bedroom 4
1st floor

Bed: Double bed 200 x 160 cm

Natural stone

Duvets

Bedroom 5
1st floor

Bed: Double bed 200 x 160 cm

Bed: Single bed 200 x 90 cm

Natural stone

Bedroom 6
1st floor

Bed: Single bed 200 x 90 cm

Natural stone

Duvets

Bedroom 7
1st floor

Bed: Single bed 200 x 90 cm

Bed: Single bed 200 x 90 cm

Natural stone

Kitchen

Type: Separate room

Stove: Gas (5 Cooking zones/burners)

Cutlery & Tableware

Swimming pool

Type: Open air swimming pool / Above ground pool

Heating: Unheated swimming pool

Privacy: Private swimming pool

Facilities

Accommodation type

  • Villa

Total floor space

  • 250 m2

Children

  • Child's bed (2)
  • Child's toys
  • Child's chair (2)
  • Stair gates
  • Child's bath
  • Dresser
  • Camping bed (1)

Sports & Recreation

  • Climbing
  • Cycling
  • Golf
  • Walking
  • Swimming

Travel Ideas

  • Budget
  • Citytrip
  • Child-friendly
  • Long term rental
  • Peace & quiet
  • Group accommodation

Heating

  • Electric heating
  • Gas heater
  • Stove
  • Fireplace

Internet, Wifi, Audio

  • Satellite receiver
  • Flatscreen TV
  • Hifi / Stereo set
  • Radio
  • CD player
  • Dvd player
  • Wifi
  • Internet connection

Outdoor Facilities

  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Deckchair (12)
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Parking place (4)
  • Private driveway
  • Play set(s)
  • Table Tennis
  • Garden
  • Garden chair(s) (14)
  • Garden table(s0) (3)
  • Garden fully fenced
  • Hammock
  • Ashtray(s)

Privacy

  • Manager on site
  • Detached house

Facilities

  • Washing machine
  • Hall
  • Smoking allowed
  • Seperate toilet (3)
  • Pets on request

Linens

  • Bed linen available
  • Towels present
  • Bed linen for children
  • Beach towels available

Disabled

  • Adapted toilet
  • Custom Shower

Games & entertainment

  • (Board) games
  • Table Tennis Table


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