Palatial is the word that describes this villa in the mountains north of Arezzo. A long private drive leads to the edge of a huge mature garden, studded with cypress trees and cradled by woodland. Two buildings lie ahead but we suspect that on arrival you’ll be drawn down the double staircase that cups a fountain to take a closer look at the vast infinity pool with to-die-for views of the Casentino valley.
Down here, you'll also find a huge sundeck flanked by two shaded pergolas, a hot tub, outdoor kitchen, and a pool house with a sauna and bathroom. This place is as indulgent as it is grand, a theme that continues in the old stone villa and its annexe.
The entrance to the main house is at the rear of a covered terrace, one of several spots where you can dine al fresco. Step inside to find a large dining room with a terracotta tile floor and tiled and beamed ceiling, sunny yellow walls decorated with floral murals, and an antique dining table and dresser. This traditional, elegant style sets the tone of the high-quality country-style comforts you will enjoy throughout the villa.
Off one side of the room is a thoroughly modern kitchen. Off the other is a double reception, one with two large sofas, the other with three, and both with original hearths – plenty of space for everyone. On this level you’ll also find a bedroom of a size that must surely be called a suite, with sitting and sleeping areas. Its private bathroom is just next door.
Four more bedrooms, three double and one twin, can be found upstairs. The master, with half-poster double bed, has a sitting area and a separate office, as well as a large en-suite with freestanding bathtub, double sinks and shower. Along the corridor the other bedrooms are similarly sumptuous with iron bedsteads, antique wardrobes, and Persian rugs. Each has its own en-suite bathroom.
The covered terrace on this level, from which stairs lead down to the courtyard, is a lovely spot for an early morning coffee. You might see your fellow holidaymakers billeted to the double en-suite bedroom on the first floor of the annexe making the most of the views of the pool from their private balcony, too.
Ground Floor
Dining Room
Aga oven, side table, table with chairs, antique sideboard, corner cupboards, French door to terrace.
Lounge
Five sofas, coffee tables, two fireplaces (one decorative), sideboards, TV, three French doors to the terraces, terrace with a round table and chairs.
Kitchen
Fully equipped kitchen, gas hob, table and chairs, fridge, door to terrace, terrace with pergola, table and chairs.
Utility Room
Large fridge/freezer.
Bedroom 1
French size double bed (cannot be converted to twins), wardrobe, sofa, armchair, side table, TV, fan, two French doors to terrace, terrace with table and chairs.
Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.
First Floor
Suite
Bedroom 2
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), bedside tables, chest of drawers, TV, fan.
Snug Room
Sofa, wardrobe, fan.
Study
Desk, chair, sofa, shelves, French door to balcony.
Ensuite Bathroom
Bath with shower attachment, shower, double sink, WC.
Bedroom 3
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), bedside tables, wardrobe, fan.
Ensuite Bathroom
Bath with shower attachment, shower, sink, WC.
Bedroom 4
Twin beds (can be converted into a double), bedside tables, wooden chest, wardrobe, fan.
Ensuite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.
Bedroom 5
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), bedside tables, chest of drawers, wardrobe, armchair, fan.
Ensuite Bathroom
Bath with shower attachment, shower, sink, WC.
Cottage
Ground Floor
Sheltered terrace
Sink, cupboard, table, chairs.
Pool house bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.
Wellness Centre
Sauna
First Floor
Bedroom 6
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), bedside tables, desk, chair, wardrobe, fan, French door to balcony.
Ensuite Bathroom (Wet Room)
Shower, sink, WC.
Private Pool (infinity):
Length: 12 metres
Width: 6 metres
Depth: 1.1 - 2.1 metres
Entrance: Roman steps
Opening times: May to October
Fenced: Yes
Furnished: Sunloungers, two gazebos, table, chairs, waterfall.
Cleansed: Chlorine
Distance from villa: 20 metres
Seperate overflow pool (adjacent to infinity pool):
Length: 12 metres
Width: 2 metres
Depth: 1 metre
Entrance: Roman steps
