MINI-HOUSE with private garden ON FLORENCE HILLS

Detached mini-house in the property of a 12th century villa on the Chianti hills. Perfect for dogs, has it's own private fenced garden with shaded patio, and back deck overlooking Florence. Convenient location, easy access, full of light throughout the day. Unlimited fiber WIFI. Washing machine. Reserved parking space. Cooking class available! This sun-drenched studio is soaked in the Chianti scenery: all windows, and surrounded by green. Full kitchen and comfortable bathroom with open shower, this detached studio space is most suitable for couples or singles looking for a quiet, inspirational space for relaxation, inspiration, or remote working. Patio, private garden with BBQ and sun chairs to enjoy the sun even in the colder seasons. The back deck is ideal for aperitivo at sunset overlooking Florence. Fenced garden ideal for dogs (if cat-friendly: there are cats on the property). A LITTLE BIT OF HISTORY: This "mini-house" used to be the laundry shack, where the maids rubbed sheets and clothes with bars of soap and ashes, then rinsed them in large tanks that took up most of this little building. The tower portion of the main building dates back to 1146. The rest of the building was added on in the 1400s , 1600s and 1800s. Many lives were saved during WWII by my grandfather who risked his own, by offering hiding and shelter to total strangers in this villa. We like to continue this tradition by welcoming people from all over the world. Our children are the 6th generation in this home. The rest of the villa is lived in by family members. Guests of this Mini-house will have their own private fenced garden, a deck. PRIVATE for minihouse guests, parking area for one car. Numerous hikes start from our village, and a little forest is accessible without even leaving the property. If you play the piano and wish to practice during your vacation: there is Baby Grand Steinway made in the 1899, in the common area, accessible to our guests. Unlimited WIFI. ADDITIONAL OFFERS AT THE VILLA: A) Take a fun hands-on COOKING LESSON (right next door, same building) where you learn how to make pasta from scratch, then stay for lunch/dinner: that includes your creations and a whole meal, including home-made dessert and unlimited wine. The bonus: beautiful views, unlimited toppings of wine, and coffee. And you don’t have to do the dishes!. Cost per person: 60€. Credit card accepted. (55€ for cash). THE VILLAGE Local deli, freshly baked bread, cheeses, wine and beer shop, green grocers, great cappuccino and the very best butcher of the region; all right across the street, 5 minutes walk. Just be aware of opening and closing hours...(long siesta breaks: 1-5pm) Although there are no actual restaurants walking distance, you can buy all the food you need to make your own meals, and the local butcher also offers simple meals to eat there, or lasagne and grilled chicken to take home. Nice family style trattoria only 5 minutes driving from home, with great variety of pizza, primi, steak, desserts, and even some seafood. Also plenty outdoors for kids to run around safely. A few gourmet - memorable! - restaurants within a few minutes drive. Plenty of marked hikes to enjoy the area. TRANSPORTATION 20 minutes drive to Florence, or 45 minutes by bus. Greve 40 minutes, Prada outlet 25 minutes, Arezzo 45 minutes, Rome 3 hours. Use of car not necessary if you are planning to just visit Florence during the day and simply relax and enjoy the countryside, but HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for evening outings and explorations of Tuscany. The bus runs on weekdays until around 8:00 pm; but only 2 rides in the whole day on Sundays and holidays! - Standard check in time: after 3:00 pm in the winter/4:00pm in summer, Standard check out time by 10:00 am. Both times are very flexible BUT PLEASE REQUEST IN ADVANCE if you'd like to arrive extra early, or leave later. We'd love to accommodate your needs compatibly with other guests. We live in the building, so we are always here in case of need, or simply to share a cup of coffee or a glass of wine. JOIN US FOR OUR FAMOUS HANDS/ON PASTA MAKING CLASS and a WINE TOUR! See details on ac (Website hidden by Airbnb) Discounts for our Airbnb guests. THE VILLAGE Local deli, freshly baked bread, cheeses, wine and beer shop, veggie stand, great cappuccino and top butcher of the valley all right across the street, 5 minutes walk. NO RESTAURANT WALKING DISTANCE, but you can buy all the food you need to make your own meals, and the local butcher also offers lasagne and grilled chicken to eat there or take home. Very nice family style trattoria only 5 minutes driving from home, serving great pizza, pasta, steak and more italian food. - OUR VILLA IS NOT ON THE HIGHWAY AS IT APPEARS ON THE MAP! The tower is the top of the villa which sits on top of the hills on top of the village...Great views and breeze, but only 5 minutes walk from the little shops, (veggies, meats, freshly baked breads, cappuccino, and a rotisserie which also serves meals etc). A community center/bar will serve caffe and aperitivi. Great panoramic terrace. Plenty of hikes start from here. TRANSPORTATION 20 minutes drive to Florence, or 45 minutes by bus. Greve 40 minutes, Prada outlet 25 minutes, Arezzo 45 minutes, Rome 3 hours. Use of car not necessary if you are planning to just visit Florence during the day and simply relax and enjoy the countryside, but HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for evening outings and explorations of Tuscany. The bus runs on weekdays until around 8:00 pm; but only 2 rides in the whole day on Sundays and holidays! If in need, we can pick you up or drop you off for a small fee. PLEASE NOTE THERE ARE ONLY 2 BUS RIDES COMING AND LEAVING THE VILLAGE, ON SUNDAYS AND NATIONAL HOLIDAYS (Christmas, New year's, Easter, June 2nd, August 15th) - REVIEW instructions on how to get to your apartment and where to find the keys, so you are free to arrive anytime! - REMEMBER there is no doorbell here at the villa, so carefully read the instructions you receive about how to get here and where to find your keys. We live in the building but will not know you have arrived unless you call/text/WA/find us. - please SORT and DISPOSE OF garbage by following the guide in the house. IT IS SO GOOD FOR THE ENVIROMENT, hugely appreciated, and MANDATORY! - SMOKING allowed outside only - UTILITIES: We want you to be comfortable in our home, so we have central heat. There has been a recent very steep increase in gas and heat cost, so instead of increasing our prices, we have lowered them, but ask you to pay for utilities by use. The cost depends on which apartment you are in, how cold it will be, how many hours you will stay home or go out, and how warm you like to keep the rooms. Probably somewhere between 5€ and 10€/day. - Let us know if you have any question! - DO, PLEASE DO READ OUR INFO BOOK WHEN YOU ARRIVE, AND PLEASE, ASK FOR ANYTHING YOU NEED! (sometimes we get forgetful...)