Podere Altovito, Reggello - Florence

With three bedrooms divided between the main living space and the adjoining apartment, this property can accommodate up to seven guests and is ideal for mixed-age families or two groups of friends. Cool, light-filled and whitewashed interiors complement traditional features such as exposed wooden beams, brickwork and terracotta, dressed with simple yet stylish furniture.

Guests will enjoy coming together in the multi-faceted grounds with a gazebo furnished with a table and chairs and a paved area, set between the private pool fringed by an olive grove and vineyard and the house, also furnished with sun chairs and a parasol for shaded snoozing or indulging in some holiday reading. A stone barbecue, well-placed between the two seating areas, will facilitate al-fresco feasts. Renaissance Florence is easily reached by car. And the hamlet of Cascia, near Reggello – the nearest spot for groceries, bars and restaurants – is home to the historically important San Giovenale triptych in the well-preserved, 12th-century San Pietro church.

Main House

Ground Floor

Lounge-Diner
Two sofas, two stools, table and chairs, fireplace, stairs to first floor, doors to garden.

Kitchen-Diner
Fully equipped, table and chairs/benches.

Bathroom 1
Shower, sink, WC.

First Floor

Bedroom 1
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), chest of drawers, bureau, chair, doors to Juliet balcony.

Bedroom 2
Double bed (can be converted to twins), chest of drawers, chair.

Bathroom 2
Bath, shower, sink, WC.

Separate apartment

Lounge-Kitchen-Diner
Sofa, fully equipped kitchenette, table and chairs, stairs to mezzanine, doors to garden.

Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC, washing machine.

Bedroom
Single bed, wardrobe.

Mezzanine Floor
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins).

Our Thoughts
This villa really encourages appreciation of the rural Tuscan scenery, whether through Juliet balconies and double doors or the generous grounds with multiple opportunities for admiring the rolling hills and mountains in the distance. It also allows for romantic swims under the stars as the sheltered pool area is illuminated. Inside, doors are replaced by high, brick arches giving an open-plan feel and sense of space.

Notes
Three bedrooms. Three bathrooms. Heating is charged by consumption. Pets are welcome, but please note that the property is not fenced and therefore not pet secure. Although two families live in the neighbouring properties, they do not use the pool, which is completely private.

Pool
The Pool is surrounded by a large terracotta, paved area with sun beds and an outdoor shower, leading to lawn. The water is accessed via metal ladder steps. Pool size: 4m x 8m, 1.5m deep. Open May to September, weather permitting.