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The Salone di Villa Buonamici

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Pool
Pool
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7180 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Salone di Villa Buonamici

Medieval portion of the villa. In ancient times it was the main entrance. Place of relaxation and charm just a few kilometers from Florence. Galileo Galilei, the father of modern science, stayed in the residence.

Historic house overlooking the ancient courtyard of Villa Buonamici. It was built in the 13th century as a fortification, being part of the towers to protect the valley and still retains the proud aspect of the tower. In the Renaissance it was transformed into a comfortable residence by the noble Buonamici family, friend of Galileo Galilei, who stayed here as a guest in the 17th century. At the entrance of the house, on the stone portal, the coat of arms of the noble family is carved. The house is located in the ancient village of Savignano set on the slopes of the Protected Area of the Monti della Calvana. It is located exactly on the border between the woods and fields of olive trees that descend to the valley floor, just above the slow-flowing stream and crosses the village until it reaches the small Romanesque church. It is arranged on one floor for a total of 200 square meters. It has been expertly restored and furnished with pieces from the ancient Tuscan tradition. It retains a particular charm, still having the ancient plaster and original terracotta tiles. On the ceiling of the main hall you can admire the typical Tuscan bricks dated A. D. 1658.
It has a private portion of the courtyard facing the house equipped with table, chairs and barbecue for outdoor meals, shared use of the pool and garden.


The pool can be shared with other guests.
possibility of 1 extra single bed on request.
possibility of cot and high chair on request.

the house is located in a medieval village overlooking a pristine stream and is completely surrounded by greenery on the border between the forest and the typical olive groves that characterize the Tuscan countryside.

Ideal point to easily reach places of cultural and historical interest, easily visited in a day (Florence, Prato, Pistoia, Lucca, Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, Volterra and the other famous places of the splendid Tuscany). Car is required.

Property manager

cristina

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1938 sq ft (180 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Il Salone di Villa Buonamici
The Salone Di Buonamici Vaiano
The Salone di Villa Buonamici Vaiano
The Salone di Villa Buonamici Private vacation home
The Salone di Villa Buonamici Private vacation home Vaiano

About the neighborhood

Map
VAIANO, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Monash University - Prato - 20 min drive - 14.6 km
  • I Gigli Shopping Center - 26 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Barberino Designer Outlet - 40 min drive - 38.9 km
  • Lake Bilancino - 41 min drive - 39.9 km
  • Mugello Circuit - 55 min drive - 54.4 km

Getting around

  • Vaiano Station - 6 min drive
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Da Gianni - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪La Tignamica - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Flossy Pub - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Trattoria La Bottega del Cornocchio - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante La Selva - ‬35 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Salone di Villa Buonamici pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at The Salone di Villa Buonamici?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Salone di Villa Buonamici?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Salone di Villa Buonamici located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Sant'Agostino Church, Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, and Duomo di Prato. Politeama Pratese Theater and Mercatale Square are also within 9 mi (15 km).

The Salone di Villa Buonamici Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jodi J., San Rafael, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect countryside escape
We really enjoyed the stay here in this countryside villa outside Vaino. After a very busy 4 days in Rome, we really appreciated the quiet, calm respite we found here. The pool was gorgeous and very refreshing on the hot afternoons. My kids especially liked the creek behind the residence with lovely fireflies at night. We will definitely return again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property and wonderful hosts !
We had a great time, our host was very helpful. The landscaping, the stream nearby, the view , the clean historic house was all very wonderful. Lounging by the pool was definitely a highlight of our trip. Thank you so much for a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tish W.

Beautiful!
This was our first trip to Italy and we absolutely loved it. Cristina was so sweet and patient with us as we hit some traffic on our way to the villa. It was everything we expected and more. She called and reserved a place for us to get dinner as we were starving after a day of travel. We ended up at that restaurant twice because we loved it so much! The villa looked exactly like the pictures and equipped with everything we needed. It was serene and so peaceful and we had the sound of the creek which was very relaxing. Cristina had a book full of recommendations of what to see where to eat among emergency numbers and anything you could think of. We will definitely be returning to Italy one day as there is still so much to see and do. We would stay here again without a doubt!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

KIM S., Franklin, MI

Beautiful home and view!
Thank you to Cristina and her family for sharing your beautiful home with my family!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Jackie H.

Beautiful property and great location
We had a great stay at Cristina's villa near Prato. The property was beautiful, spacious, clean and comfortable. The pool was great after long days of sightseeing in the area. We found the location convenient for exploring Florence, lucca, and Pisa. we did a day trip to the cinque terra and one to Venice. Our unit had nice private outdoor and indoor seating areas, it was very clean and well supplied. We went with our four older children and there was lots of space for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Jan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vackert boende i rustik miljö
Boende i en fantastisk miljö med trevlig och vänlig värdinna. Lite besvärlig väg sista biten fram till huset.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolle Unterkunft
Für einen entspannten Aufenthalt in der Zentraltoskana ist dieses Objekt absolut zu empfehlen. Die Unterkunft ist sehr geschmackvoll im toskanischen Stil eingerichtet. Die Vermieter wohnen im Objekt und stehen für Rückfragen gern zur Verfügung, Der Empfang war absolut herzlich. Trotz mehrerer Ferienwohnungen im Objekt hat jeder seine Privatsphäre. Der Pool ist toll gelegen, über eine Treppe erreichbar mit eine grandiosen Aussicht. Das Objekt eignet sich eher nicht für Gehbehinderte. Der Ort in dem sich das Objekt befindet ist sehr klein und ruhig. Einziger Wermutstropfen ist die abenteuerliche Zufahrt über eine enge schmale Straße. Man gewöhnt sich aber nach ein paar Fahrten daran. In der direkten Nähe kann man wandern und mountainbiken. Um Einkäufe zu erledigen, benötigt man zwingend ein Auto. Durch die Lage in den Bergen waren die Temperaturen vor allem nachts sehr angenehm. Absolut zu empfehlen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexander G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr schöne Anlage
Wir haben ein Haus zusammen mit einer weiteren Familie, insgesamt acht Personen genutzt. Die gesamte Anlage ist wunderschön und sehr gepflegt. Die alte Bausubstanz ist geschmackvoll restauriert, so dass man sich daran sicher sehr wohl fühlt. Die Anreise zum Anwesen ist ein bisschen abenteuerlich, wir haben sie jedoch mithilfe von Google Maps sofort gefunden. Dafür hat man von oben eine herrliche Aussicht. Die Vermieter sind sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit.Auf jeden Fall zu empfehlen
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pascal André E.

Beautiful place to stay
our group of eight people stayed at cristinas apartment for one week and we had a great time. the pool area looks even better in real life than on the pictures. the entire apartment has authentic Italian interior design. if we get the chance to make holiday in the tuscany region we will definitely consider booking one of cristinas apartments again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017