Romantic villa in the Chianti area

Set in the heart of the Chianti area, only 12 km far from Florence, this elegantly decorated villa with stunning country views is perfectly positioned for those seeking the ultimate Tuscan experience. Ideal for couples, a family or group of friends. Villa Torre Alberghieri is a property dated back to the 19th century, in neoclassic style, located in the heart of the Chianti area, only 12 km far from Florence. This elegantly decorated villa of 525 m2 with stunning country views is perfectly positioned for those seeking the ultimate Tuscan experience. Bought as the owner’s summer house, Villa Torre Alberghieri combines high standards with a cosy and warm feel throughout. Both sun-filled and green open spaces, high ceilings, a warm colour scheme with contemporary fresco paintings together with old original frescoed ceilings and walls, mosaic and terracotta floors as well as a beautifully designed park with fantastic views make this villa a special find. Set on 16 ha of private ground in the hills of the Chianti Classico area, just outside the villages Impruneta and Strada in Chianti, it has therefore a variety of traditional Tuscan restaurants, shops and markets on the doorstep. The historic town of Florence is also nearby (30-minute drive) and therefore offers a great opportunity for a daytrip as well as Siena, Arezzo, Lucca and Pisa. The villa is surrounded by a manicured park featuring flowering plants, trees and shrubs, lemon trees and other fragrances of the Mediterranean vegetation. Fresco dining terraces, a great BBQ corner and a lawn for playing invite the guests and their young ones to relax and enjoy themselves. The highlight however is the tower … needless to say that the 360° views from here are simply breathtaking. The villa’s interiors are decorated in original sophisticated neoclassic style creating a soothing and princely atmosphere with soft and radiant colours and numerous floor-to-ceiling windows. Featuring 5 main bedrooms, all with adjacent bathroom, Villa Torre Alberghieri provides plenty of space for couples, a family or group of friends. The large living and dining areas as well as the fully-equipped kitchen are ideal for spending quality time away from home. Villa Accomodation Ground Floor Spacious entrance hall leads to the living room (with TV Sat, CD, DVD lectors, and fan) and dining rooms (seats 18), elegantly decorated in neo classic style and with large door-windows opening out onto the park and fresco dining terraces. Well-equipped kitchen with an old big fireplace, provided with fridge, freezer, oven, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, squeezer, coffee maker, etc. Billiard room with antique billiard and related accessories. First Floor Four bedrooms (3 double beds and 1 single bed) furnished in authentic antique style and 4 adjacent spacious bathrooms (2 with baths and 2 with shower). The windows of each room enjoy a relaxing view over the park and over the countryside. Bedrooms are separated by boudoirs and are perfect for their tranquility. Under the tower Double bedroom and adjacent bathroom with shower. Spiral staircase leads to an exclusive space inside the tower with an unique view at 360 degrees for making art, reading and thinking. Outdoors Spacious park and terraces for dining and relaxing. Built-in BBQ corner. Ping pong table. Laundry room. Garden with lawn, flowering plants, local vegetation etc. Swim Spa. 16 ha of vineyard, olive grove and wood. Linen and towels are provided, together with shower & beauty supplies, hair-drier, iron and ironing board. Principal cooking supplies are also provided such as vinegar, salt, pepper, coffee, sugar, tea, etc. Other appartment supplies: detergents for bath, kitchen, dish washer and laundry. Swim Spa Luxury heated Swim Spa with counter current, ideal for swimming, jogging in water or simply relaxing in one of the hydrotherapy massage seats. The powerful swim jets will permit a great workout and the flow of water can be regulated so that all swimmers will be able to enjoy themselves. At the end of the day, choose the colours from the range of chromo therapy effects that best suit your mood and then simply relax in the soothing massage. For groups of more than 9 persons there is the possibility to rent also the mansard (A mansard over the Chianti hills, pax 7 persons) located under the tower in the same building. Facilities Our services are simple but careful, aimed at creating warm memories to be taken home. Dinner on request Our dinners with seasonal menus are delightful experiences are prepared on request in our large kitchen, during the long summer afternoons and, in wintertime, in the warm atmosphere of our wood stove. under the eyes of our guests, whilst holding a glass of good wine. Wine tasting Our guests can approach the fascinating world of wine and have a better understanding of the complex process by which, from a single cluster of grapes, we produce a high quality wine that improves with time. A professional sommelier will be describing our Chianti Classico wines, made with tradition and passion, focusing on the specific features of each single type. Visits to the farm and to the winery Are usually offered before the wine tasting. You will learn more about Farm Torre Alberghieri regarding the land, the surrounding landscape and winemaking. Painting class You can have a great day of fun learning the fresco technique on wood or bottles with the artists ‘iguarnieri’ Our spacious park While sitting at the tables or in a comfortable armchair, you will be able to enjoy the silent and aroma of different types of trees and flowers. Private Parking for our guests Large lawn available for children, tennis table and table games available for free to our guest Piano available for music lowers and billiard room. Permanent art exhibition with more than 100 fresco paintings and sculptures. Technical services: free Wifi laundry service with drying in the sun Our helpful advise to suggest the most suitable itineraries for our guests. Reservation of museums, touristic guides and wine tours (Italy and Wine). Our friendship in answering questions and helping with small and big problems that might arise, thinking that as long as our guests stay with us, they are part of our family and at home. We possess various talents in the field of art and science, ranging from history of art to agricultural science and will be at your service to make your stay an unique experience. Private park Laundry room with washing machine Lawn for playing Ping pong table I love hosting guests and would be more than willing to give restaurant advice or any other Chianti/Florence-related help! For any questions, feel free to message me! As much or as little as you'd like, I can be reached via email, text, phone during your stay, so will always be available should you have any questions or needs. Special requests: for a very early/late check-in, feel free to message us for confirmation. Would be very glad if you could inform us in advance about your arrival time for welcome you at best! Typical Tuscan hilly and restful landscape with cypress trees, vineyards, olive groves and beautiful blooms. The farm covers about 16 hectares of hills surrounding the ancient Villa Torre Alberghieri, including the park, the holiday accommodation, the winery and the shed for agricultural machines. With great passion we cultivate our 3,5 hectares of vineyards, 2 hectares of olive groves, 3 hectares of seminative and manage 6 hectares of wood. The vinification of all our grapes takes place in our cellars, where we produce different excellent types of Chianti Classico red wines with which we welcome our guests on arrival. Our extra-virgin olive oil is equally precious to our wines. Our farm is available for educational and cultural purposes, but also for a pleasant walk in the nature, where you can find mushrooms, berries and animals …. We recommend that you taste our wonderful Chianti wines (wine tasting in the property) and visit the Villa with its antique and contemporary artworks and frescoes, climbing up to the tower to have a breathtaking 360° look over the fantastic landscape! The ‘via Chiantigiana’ Is one of the most enjoyable motoring routes in Italy. It runs directly south from Florence to Siena through the middle of the Chianti Classico wine zone of Tuscany, one of the most instantly recognisable landscapes in the world. After passing Ugolino Golf Course, the oldest golf club in Italy, the Chiantigiana runs upward and follows the ridges between the Val d'Elsa and the Valdarno, wandering from one farmhouse and villa to another, from time to time passing through villages and small towns. These include Strada in Chianti, Greve in Chianti, Panzano in Chianti, Castellina in Chianti. The towns of Impruneta, Lamole, Volpaia and Radda in Chianti are just a short distance along side roads from the via Chiantigiana and can be visited by following the network of secondary roads that link them together. Other short diversions take the visitor through beautiful hillscapes to Montefioralle and Badia a Passignano to the west, and to Gaiole in Chianti and Badia a Coltibuono to the east. The area around Gaiole in Chianti is particularly rich in castles and chapels including the castles of Vertine, Meleto, Barbischio and Brolio. The castles area can be toured by turning off the Via Chiantigiana at Castellina and heading through Gaiole, exploring the back roads and then continuing on to Castelnuovo Berardenga. Impruneta and Strada in Chianti are regularly served by daily buses towards Florence: SITA and Autolinee Chianti and Valdarno. Moreover, from Grassina you can take city bus (ATAF) n° 24, 31, 32 and 85 to Florence. Nearby villages offer all amenities. Impruneta and Strada in Chianti are at only 5 min drive (2 km), there you can find shops, street markets, banks, bars, restaurants, ice shops, pizzeria, etc. Nearby Restaurants: La Martellina (1 km, Strada in Chianti), Il Caminetto del Chianti (1,2 km, Strada in Chianti), La Loggettina (2 km, Impruneta), La Dispensa (2 km, Strada in Chianti), Da Padellina (2 km, Strada in Chianti), Il Battibecco (1 km, Impruneta); Il Chichibio (5 km, Impruneta) Nearest Supermarket: Coop – Impruneta The property is a 5-minute drive from the Chianti Sport Club, including 5 tennis courts, 2 soccer fields, gym, sauna, solarium, swimming pool. Moreover, for golf fans one of the most prestigious clubs, the Golf Club Ugolino. For horse riding: Centro Ippico La Cipressaia; Scuola di equitazione Micheletto; Centro Equitazione I Noccioli; Centro Ippico Bagnolo; Associazione Sportiva Cavalieri del Chianti; etc. Moreover, we suggest Vespa Tour in Chianti and Tuscany Ballooning! Local activities include walking, tennis, swimming, golf, cycling, riding and fishing. Is a perfect location to enjoy the tranquility of a Tuscan countryside but also to delight in the attractiveness of cities of historical interest like Florence (12 km), Siena (61 km), San Gimignano (45 km), Arezzo (79 km), Lucca (88 km) and Pisa (92 km). Versilian coast 95 km, Greve in Chianti 11 km, Montalcino 106 km, Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello 66 km, Bilancino Lake 23 km, Casentino Forest National Park 75 km. You can also visit: San Miniato, Vinci, Montecatini Terme, the region of Crete Senesi, the region of Val d’Orcia, the region of Val d'Elsa, Monte Amiata and Abetone. Florence Airport 'Amerigo Vespucci' 25 km, Pisa Airport 'Galileo Galilei' 92 km, Florence Railway Station 'Santa Maria Novella' 15 km, A1 Highway exit 'Impruneta' 6 km. SURROUNDINGS Florence Florence, considered the home of Renaissance and the Italian art, is one of the most important tourist place in the world thanks to its incredible beauty. Located in the northern part of Tuscany on the Arno River, the historic center of Florence is closed to traffic and surprisingly compact. The majority of sights can be easily reached on foot so visitors do not need a car. Florence has excellent bus service which is reliable and convenient. Siena It is one of Italy’s best preserved medieval towns, located in the heart of Tuscany. Built on three hills and surrounded by well preserved walls, Siena is filled with fine examples of Gothic architecture and has one of the world’s most unique piazzas ‘Piazza del Campo’. The world-famous Palio of Siena is an important part of Sienese identity, history and culture. We suggest to visit also Bagno Vignoni (free spa) or Borgo di Monteriggioni (Porta del Medioevo), both only a few km away from Siena. San Gimignano San Gimignano and its famous towers, thanks to their location, domain the beautiful Val D’Elsa hill. Site of an Etruscan village during the Hellenistic period, San Gimignano is one of the most important artistic place in the world. We suggest a daily trip San Gimignano - Volterra (going via Cassia; return SGC Fi-Pi-Li). Lucca Beautiful and very nice, Lucca is a most visited and famous place in Tuscany. The city is limited in 4 km of walls and they are the symbol of Lucca. In the sixteenth walls, the old town preserves his little streets and characteristic squares, with medieval homes and Renaissance palaces. We suggest a bike tour of the city walls (for renting bikes: Cicli Bizarri, Piazza S. Maria, cost 15 Euro/bike). Recommended restaurants in Lucca: Antica Osteria Baralla - Via dell’Anfiteatro; Buca di Sant’Antonio – Via della Cervia; Gli Orti di Via Elisa – Via Elisa (in the city centre); Vecchia Trattoria Buralli – Piazza Sant’Agostino (in the city centre). Arezzo The city is located in a hilly area in eastern Tuscany, between the provinces of Florence and Siena. ‘Arretium’ was one of the most important and wealthy cities during the Etruscan reign and even today preserves some of the original defensive stone walls built around the city and numerous archeological areas. Etruscans were and remain famous for their great ability in working with gold and thus is it no coincidence that Arezzo today is one of the major centers for jewelry and goldsmith craftsmanship in Italy. Pisa The city of Pisa rises above the banks of Arno, just before the mouth of the river at Marina of Pisa. It is one of the most important cities in Tuscany and it is extremely well-known in the world, because of its famous symbol: the leaning tower, known as Pisa Tower. San Miniato San Miniato is a district in the Pisa province. The old town is located on a strategic position, on a beautiful hill near Arno, halfway between Florence and Pisa; San Miniato was land wars between this two cities. Place of dioceses, San Miniato is a important economic and industrial center of the leather and it is famous for its white truffles. The original city core dates back to the seventh century. Vinci Vinci, a discrict in Florence province, is Leonardo native city and here there are Biblioteca Leonardiana, international center of Leonard studies, and Leonardian Museum, a collection of Leonardo's models of inventions. Festa dell’Unicorno (July Friday 26th - Sunday 28th, (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) , three days dedicated to the Fantasy world with elven marriages, magical duels, the sireneids and the Elven parade! There will be almost 400 shows, distributed and themed in the eight areas of the event. Every evening a different concert with highly anticipated guests known in the cartoon scene or epic metal bands. Montecatini Terme Montecatini Terme is a city in Pistoia province, the most important center of Valdinievole having a touristic, economic and industrial soul for the important Spa. The region of Crete Senesi A unique and wonderful landscape with rolling hills planted with wheat, its ravines, its ancient villages and the magnificent Abbey of Monte Oliveto Maggiore. The region of Val d’Orcia With its breathtaking landscapes of perfect beauty, following a circular itinerary of 150 km, you can visit medieval Montalcino with its wineries, the spiritual centre of Abbazia di Sant’Antimo, the papal town of Pienza, the capital of Tuscan pecorino, and the Renaissance town of Montepulciano (the pearl of the sixteenth century) where you can taste the typical ‘pici’, a type of pasta made to an original local recipe. We suggest a daily tour: Montepulciano (where New Moon was filmed in the Twilight saga) – Pienza (famous for the Pecorino cheese) – Montalcino (famous for our best Tuscan wine). The region of Val d'Elsa With a wonderful day out, following a round trip of 150 km, you can visit the medieval fortress of Monteriggioni, Colle Val'Elsa, the town of crystal, the superb Etruscan town of Volterra, and San Gimignano, with its medieval towers, is registered in Unesco’s World and Cultural Heritage. From San Gimignano to Siena it takes just 45 minutes. For mountain lovers Abetone Mountain is (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) m, only 1 and half hour drive from Florence. In winter for ski-lovers but there are plenty of activities during all other seasons as well. Abetone Gravity Park – a large park dedicated to mountain biking lovers. Fans of ‘Downhill’ and ‘Freeride’ will find here even five different trails of 6 km in length. Meanwhile, a ‘Cross Country’ trail with various levels stretches for about 30 km. It is the only park dedicated entirely to mountain biking in central Italy and, in addition, it is equipped with a super-fast lift system (it makes the height difference of 700 m in 7 minutes). Ponte Sospeso – a hanging bridge. In the Mammiano Basso area there is a bridge of 220 m in length, hanging 40 m above the Lima River. It is one of the longest hanging pedestrian bridges in Europe. Orto Botanico is the Botanical Garden in the Valle del Sestaione area, situated at a height of more than a kilometre. In the outskirts of Abetone there is also Ecomuseo della Montagna Pistoiese – an eco-musuem, presenting exciting sightseeing tours (such as Ice Road, Iron Road, Way of Religious Art and etc.). In August there is the ‘Festival of Blueberries’ with an open market, where you can taste a variety of dishes with blueberries, the most common shrubs in the area. You can reach by car the top of Monte Amiata (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) m a.s.l.) with its green meadows brimming with colourful flowers, ancient forests of beech and chestnut, and its geysers. Along the way, you can’t miss a stop in the medieval village of Bagno Vignoni, with its natural thermal pool dating back to (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) , in the center of the main square. Other opportunities Grotta del Vento Located in the mountain of the Apuan Alps, below Mount Pania in the municipality of Fabbriche di Vergemoli, in the province of Lucca. It is one of the most important tourist caves in Europe. It has three tourist routes for the duration of 1, 2, or 3 hours and two adventure itineraries. Abbazia San Galgano A perfect day trip. It is located in a beautiful position in Val di Merse only 35 km south of Siena. The place includes two points of attraction; the great Abbey with a huge church without a roof and the hermitage of Monte Siepi where, according to legend, San Galgano retired to a hermit's life in (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) As a symbol of peace, he infixed his sword into the rock, where it is still today. After visiting the Abbey, take the path indicated towards the Hermitage of Monte Siepi. Now on the site there is a chapel that was built after the death of San Galgano in (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) At the center of the round chapel is the stone where San Galgano stuck his sword as a sign of having finally left his arms to start a new faithful life. Towards the South of Tuscany: Isola d’Elba (recommended for min 2 day-stay) Il Golfo di Baratti: the caribbean of Tuscany (near Piombino). Cala Violina (Castiglion della Pescaia) Natural Park of Maremma Cala di Forno – Natural Oasis (Magliano) approx. 2 hours Natural Park of Feniglia (Porto Ercole) approx. 3 hours Terme di Saturnia, Spa and golf resort, on the inside land In the North of Tuscany Le Cinque Terre. A jagged stretch of coast of the Ligurian Riviera in the province of La Spezia, in which there are five villages: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore. Portovenere. By boat from the port of La Spezia. Genova. Hosts the largest aquarium in Europe, a walk among dolphins, sharks and hundreds of other species that inhabit the seas of the planet. Many other tips, suggestions, information and contact details for reservation on site! Please note that cost for heating is not included. City fee is 1,50 Euro per day and person for the first 7 days (free for children under 14 years). Shared spaces: main gate entrance, reception, laundry. GEOGRAPHICAL COORDINATES N 43° 30’ 00’’ – EO 11° 18’ 00’’ GPS COORDINATES Latitude: (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) Longitude: (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS BY CAR How to reach us from North From Bologna or from the Florence airport, take the highway A1 in direction of Rome, exit at Firenze-Impruneta, then follow the guidelines for Impruneta. After the town's main square, continue straight on into the provincial road 'SP 69' (Via Pancole km 8V-8VI). Enter the big iron gate on your right (Chianti and Art, n° 141). How to reach us from South From Rome, take the highway A1 in direction of Florence, exit at Firenze Sud (Florence South) and after pay toll (50 m) turn on your right, following direction towards Greve - Siena and take the first turning on right sign-posted Grassina until you come to the centre of the village (approx 2 kms). Continue straight on along Route 222, the very attractive Chiantigiana highway passing through Ugolino Golf Course, until Martellina (just before reaching Strada in Chianti), and turn on your right signposted Impruneta onto the provincial road 'SP 69' (Via Pancole km 8V-8VI). Enter the big gate on your left (Chianti and Art, n° 141). How to reach us by bus It is also possible to reach us by SITA bus from Florence. The bus station is 100 yards to the left of the Railway Station (SMN). The trip takes 40 min, route via Grassina. WEEKLY STREET MARKETS (till (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) Greve in Chianti - Saturday Panzano in Chianti - Sunday San Polo in Chianti - Thursday Strada in Chianti – Tuesday Ferrone - Friday Impruneta - Saturday morning EXCEPTIONAL MARKETS & RECURRENT FESTIVITY Aprilante Market - Craftsmen and more at Panzano in Chianti – first Sunday of each month Il Pagliaio - Biological market at Greve in Chianti - every fourth Sunday of each month Stelle e mercanti (Stars and merchants) - Night craftsman’s market with music and entertainment at Greve in Chianti (place G. Matteotti) - third Thursday of June, July and August (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) /23.00) First May at Strada in Chianti - Market, kitchen of farmer civilization, painting, concert at the amphitheater, carousel Annual fair of September - first Wednesday of September at Greve in Chianti PARKING IN FLORENCE We suggest to park in the parking lot located in Piazza Cesare Beccaria, within walking distance from major Florence attractions and outside the ZTL area. (1,70 euro per hour; Daily fee: 20 euro) It’s rather easy to reach from Grassina. Follow the direction to Florence and at the end of Via Marco Polo, at the traffic light, turn on your left (you will have the Arno river on your left side). Always go straight ahead following Lungarno Aldo Moro, then Lungarno Cristoforo Colombo and finally Lungarno del Tempio. Turn on your right into Viale Giovanni Amendola … you will find the entrance of Parking Piazza Beccaria on your left.