Villa Mario, an enchanting old villa dating back the 18th century, is located in the vicinity of Pistoia, lovely city of art between Florence and Pisa.
The ideal position of the property offers the opportunity to spend a peaceful, relaxing holiday, but it is also an excellent base to explore all parts of Tuscany.
The land around the villa is about 240 acres and has olives groves; woodland and many fruit trees . Discover the property through the beautiful walks around here…
This elegantly restored villa on the rolling and gentle hills of Tuscany has amazing views from the terrace and the large swimming pool (7x14 mts).The large private swimming pool is situated in a very sunny position to take baths & sun all day long.Table, chairs and barbecue are provided under the patio for outside dining.
There is also a very large terrace with veranda where relaxing with a good book, dining outside, having nice chats, enjoying the stunning view… immersed in the peace and quiet of the Tuscan countryside you'll find staying at "Villa Mario" a real paradise where you'll wish you could stay forever!
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The villa
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This accommodation , builts on three levels, has a total surface of about 600 mts square, is fine style furnished also with many antiques.Builts on three levels for a total surface of about 600 mts square.
On the gound floor we find on the left side the large income and the main living room with its vaulted roof, bathroom with shower room ; on the other side the smoking/cards room with fireplace, diner room and a very large kitchen with a big galley – laundry room.The diner room has a comfortable access onto the garden where you'll find table and chairs to dining outside enjoying a superb view.
On the first floor a beautiful library- bed room with fireplace , four large bedrooms and four bathrooms.
On the second floor two bedrooms, one bathroom, two livings, diner room and kitchen.
Villa Mario is a building in fine style furnished also with many antiques; the enchanting Villa's stones issue the charm of the floral chromatism typical of an unique region, under banner of a “Sweet Life” that - don't forget it - only Tuscany can offer.
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SURROUNDINGS
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Villa Mario is located on the gentle and rolling Tuscan hills, in the vicinity of Pistoia close to Florence, in one of the most convenient position of all Tuscany.
Florence is half an hour away and so is Vinci (birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci), under two hours you
can reach the historic city of Siena and the village of San Gimignano going through the breath taking “Chianti valley”.
Only 10 miles to reach the world famous spa town of Montecatini Terme, well known for the waters which cure digestive problems and mud bath used for the cure of rheumatism. 1 hour away you reach one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe, the very famous Versilia coast where are the towns of Forte dei Marmi, Lido di Camaiore and Viareggio ,famous also for it's winter Carneval.
Under two hours you reach the famous Gulf of Tigullio and the incredible Portofino & Santa Margherita.
In 1 hour you are away from the city of Bologna, ½ hour to reach the hills of Porretta Terme, town famous for curing respiratory diseases with its water.
Thanks to its convenient position, you're provided with easy access to the main cultural and artistic attractions such as Firenze, Siena , Pistoia, Lucca and Pisa.
The villa is at only 5 miles far from Pistoia city centre where restaurants, bars and every kind of stores can be found. Pistoia is a small medieval jewel that is worth the pain to know because there are ancient churches, museums and works of art. An important thermal centre, Montecatini Terme, is reachable driving in few minutes.
We suggest you visit the thermal complex “Grotta Giusti”, one of the more famous SPA centre in Italy.
Half an hour away you reach a beautiful golf 18 holes course, horsing stables and tennis courts in the vicinity.
There are many wine tours in the sourrounding area, beyond that in Chiantishire, interesting for wine fans.
Pistoia is a small medieval jewel that is worth the pain to know because there are ancient churches, museums and works of art, don't forget a sightseeing in the historic centre of Pistoia.
Modern and contemporary art is offered by the Pecci museum in Prato and by Fabroni Palace in Pistoia. Fattoria di Celle park in Santomato is unique in Italy for its open-air works of art.
In half past an hour you can reach Abetone mount, the most important winter-sports station of the central Italy.
ADDITIONAL INFO about rental rates:
Energy costs due to Air/Cond can greatly vary,so the energy cost will be calculated on consumption .50kwh/day of energy is included in the rental (350 kwh weekly) more kwh will be calculated on consumption at 0,37/kwh, the final count will made on departure. Energy deposit euro 300 on arrival.
