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7 nights from
$4327.00 to $7088.00
Villa dei Cavalli, Terranuova Bracciolini - Arezzo and Cortona
Villa dei Cavalli is an elegant and charming property. Set on a small wine-producing estate in the upper Valdarno Valley countryside halfway between Florence and Arezzo. Set between Le Balze which is featured in Leonardo di Vinci's Mona Lisa it is wonderfully private and quiet. The two-storey farmhouse has been restored delightfully, with an accent on light, pared-down interiors. Many rooms enjoy a dual aspect, with windows looking out over the surrounding vineyards and olive groves. Whitewashed tile-and-beam ceilings, pastel-coloured woodwork and contemporary elements such as the steel kitchen range add to the relaxing environment. This tranquil estate produces its own oil and wine. Wine tastings can be arranged on-site and the produce can be bought directly.
Even with a full house of eight, the villa will feel spacious. With four en-suite bedrooms, it works well for groups of friends as well as family parties. You cannot fail to feel at ease in this comfortable and beautifully kept villa. It has the air of being away from it all while also being well-connected. Take the pool: it might be in its own secret hideaway across the vineyard, but there's a golf buggy to ferry you poolside should you wish - or, more importantly, perhaps, bring along the holiday reading and a slap-up lunch. And when you feel like stirring from home, it will take you no time at all to reach Florence and Arezzo. Just make sure you keep some evenings free for al-fresco dinner under the vine-clad pergola outside the kitchen: a special spot.
Ground Floor
Lounge 1
Two sofas, settle, bookcase, coffee table, chair, smart TV, stairs to first floor, double doors to garden, air-conditioning.
Dining Room
Dining table and chairs, cupboard, air-conditioning, double doors to garden.
Kitchen
Well-equipped, plus table and chairs, door to garden and furnished terrace.
Bedroom 1
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), wardrobe, mosquito screens, air-conditioning.
En-suite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC, bidet.
Cloakroom
Sink, WC, bidet
First Floor
Lounge 2
Sofa, couch, pouffe, bookcase, writing desk, two chairs, stairs to ground floor.
Bedroom 2
Double bed (can’t be converted to twins), wardrobe, two chairs, mosquito screens, air-conditioning.
En-suite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC, bidet.
Bedroom 3
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), wardrobe, sideboard, bookshelf, chair, mosquito screens, air-conditioning.
En-suite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC, bidet.
Bedroom 4
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), wardrobe, chair, mosquito screens, air-conditioning.
En-suite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC, bidet.
Laundry room (external)
Washing machine, storage for the buggy.
Private Pool:
Length: 14 metres
Width: 6 metres
Depth: 1.1 - 2.25 metres
Entrance: Roman steps
Opening times: May to September
Fenced: No
Furnished: sunloungers and a bamboo-covered pergola
Cleansed: Chlorine
Distance from villa: 70 metres
Facilities
Villa rates
- 2025
- 2026
Local charges
Tourist tax: 1,50 € per person, per night for the first 5 nights, some exemptions apply
Dog up to 30kg: stay for free
Charged based on usage: Heating Villa, Air Conditioning
Arrival guide
Meet and greet
Arrival time is 16:00 - 19:00. Departure time is before 10:00.
Approach road: Unpaved, even
Parking: Private, onsite parking - 5 uncovered spaces
National ID Code: IT051039B5BYWXK476
Let us help you with your enquiry
1-929-445-5929 Toll Free
Layout (220 sqm)
Villa location
Guest reviews: Villa dei Cavalli
Ashby cum Fenby, Grimsby, United Kingdom
Finding the villa was not easy. I would recommend that TO TUSCANY adds the "What 3 Words" system to its travel instructions. As most users will be arriving by car, that should readily bring the guest to the front door. Having said that, the pre-arrival information was comprehensive and once we had made contact with Alessandra to explain that we were lost, she came to pick us up in Loro Ciuffenna and guided us there. Her advice and guidance during our stay was very good, with helpful recommendations. We found the small "Carrefour" mini-supermarket in Loro C good for basics and used the larger "Coop" in Montivarchi a few times. We drove to Florence and parked at the Villa Costanza tram stop for free. With the benefit of hindsight, taking the train from Montivarchi would have been a very good option as well.
One drawback with the accommodation was that the downstairs bedroom and its associated bathroom suffered from a number of "bugs" crawling up from the shower drain. Alessandra came swiftly to try to quell the problem but some of the bugs remained. This resulted in the loss of confidence from the room's occupant and she moved upstairs to share one of the other bedrooms. Fortunately, this was possible.
The villa was extremely well equipped with all possible kitchen accessories. The pool was excellent and very clean and well maintained. We were encouraged to use items from the small vegetable garden. Checkout was straightforward, when we met the villa owner and we were not charged for excessive electricity usage, although we did not have to stint ourselves unduly. The availability of 3 barbecues was a real bonus and we enjoyed using them.We ate out in the older part of Loro Ciuffenna in the pizza restaurant (cannot recall the full name) and we enjoyed the bakery Antico Forno Canu in Loro C.
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