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Luxury Villa in the Florentine hills

Family-friendly stay near Central Market

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Florence, Tuscany
  • Place, Villa Medicea di Lilliano - Malenchini
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Villa del Poggio Imperiale
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Piazzale Michelangelo
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the area

Florence

Heart of Florence.You'll find Ponte Vecchio and Uffizi Gallery within 3 miles (5 km) of this Florence villa. Piazza della Signoria and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Villa Medicea di Lilliano - Malenchini - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Villa del Poggio Imperiale - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Piazzale Michelangelo - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Florence Charterhouse - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Arno River - 8 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • Florence Rovezzano Station - 8 min drive
  • Paolo Uccello Tram Stop - 9 min drive
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Loggia - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Tre Pini - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar Gianno - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪I Bastioni di San Niccolò Trattoria & Pizzeria - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Luxury Villa in the Florentine hills

Luxury Villa Poggio Secco is located in a fairy-tale setting among the gentle hillsides just south of Florence.
The property is set on a large plot of beauty and peace, making this villa the perfect location for several couples or an extended family seeking a holiday in close proximity to Florence. The location could not be better, set on an idyllic hillside just 15 minutes (8 km) from Florence. This elegant country house is within an hour's drive of all of the beautiful hill towns and vineyards in the Chianti area.The villa offers easy access to both the center of Florence and the Chianti region, so you can alternate trips to the Uffizi and the Duomo with excursions to the countryside of Tuscany.
The closest village, Grassina is at 3km away from the property. This town has several bars, grocery shops, bakery, butcher, and a hairdresser.
Riding and a golf facilities are available at 4 km. from the house.
A short unpaved road (200 m) leads to the farmhouse, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves.
The house has been fully restored last year and the attention to detail and beauty is remarkable.
We have a large private garden with a large patio overlooking the Tuscan country side. You can enjoy sipping a glass of Chianti while barbecuing some Tuscan stake. The house is furnished with original 18th century furniture.

Inside:
Villa Poggio Secco boost some beautiful tiled floors and beamed ceilings, and is divided into two floors.
The 3 double bedrooms all with a double beds are located on the ground floor.
Plus an extra mezzanine with a private bathroom and luxury sofabed is located upstairs.
Air conditioning system and underfloor heating available in the whole property.
Bathrooms:
A large bathroom downstairs with a bathtub and separate shower. A upstairs bathroom with a bathtub.
Kitchen:
Large open plan kitchen with dishwasher, oven, microwave and many other luxuries.
Living Rooms:
Large Living room with fireplace and a sofabed.
Other:
Tv room with access to the upstairs mezzanine with sofabed and bathroom.
Parking:
The villa has its own two private parking spots and private driveway.
Cleaning/Towels/Linen/Maid service:
All towels linen and cleaning of the flat included in the price.
Accessibility
Parking available in front of house, no stairs present, this allows for an easy access to this property.
Outside
450 square meters garden with a large patio which includes a barbecue, table and chairs.
The house also has Wifi.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,722 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Ideale Unterkunft für Kinder.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property accepts cash
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number IT048001C2979ENYQK

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Luxury Villa in the Florentine hills to the airport?

This villa is 17.1 mi (33-min drive) away from the Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Luxury Villa in the Florentine hills have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.

Does Luxury Villa in the Florentine hills offer free breakfast?

This villa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Luxury Villa in the Florentine hills?

No, there is no casino at this villa.

What time is check-in at Luxury Villa in the Florentine hills?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Luxury Villa in the Florentine hills?

Free parking is not available at this villa.

Does Luxury Villa in the Florentine hills have a pool?

This villa does not have a pool.

Does Luxury Villa in the Florentine hills have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this villa.

How close is Luxury Villa in the Florentine hills to downtown Florence?

This villa is 0.2 mi away from San Michele a Monteripaldi.

Luxury Villa in the Florentine hills Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 147 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and views
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

edward p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place in Florence

Beautiful property and great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place

Lovely property, nicely appointed, would be happy to stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxed stay

Very nice modernized and clean home. Close enough to Florence , yet secluded. Great view of Tuscan countryside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home in a beautiful location.

Home was great, views were great and the property owner was prompt with responses.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Just as described, very clean and comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beautiful villa minutes from the heart of Florence

Great villa with amazing views, especially from the backyard garden area. Highly recommend this property to anyone looking to visit Florence and the surrounding areas.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josefin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice villa in the hills of Tuscany!

We had a lovely week in this house with its fantastic garden and view. By car you can reach everything you need within 15 minutes, including Florence.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Villa

We had a lovely stay. The villa and garden are beautiful. Good area to explore Tuscany. Car essential.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

thomas f.

Terrific value

Great location, recently updated and an on property maid. Stunning views and it comes with its on royalty.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toby M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning tranquil property

A wonderful location, very close to Florence. Spacious house with gorgeous garden. David was an excellent host.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a beautiful property!

We had so much fun at this house. The property was clean and the views were gorgeous! The host next door assisted with anything we needed from taxi requests and even ordered food for delivery for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

peace and bliss above florence

we stayed five nights and days at this lovely home. spacious comfortable and modern accommodations with an attentive host. beautiful views of Chianti region and close to local wineries & restaurants. a car is a must but keep it small… navigating the one lane roads is not for the faint of heart. excellent stay
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beautiful villa

This was our favorite stay in Italy! The view is absolutely stunning. We had plenty of room for our family of 4. Beds were very comfortable. David and Delfina were quick to respond to questions and recommendations. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great villa

Husband, sister in law, brother in law and 2 good friends stayed 3 nights. Great villa in the beautiful hills in Tuscany outside Florence. Views were great. Everything we needed. Would stay here again ! Thanks David !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful escape in Tuscany

The house was awesome, the location well worth the experience of getting up the hill. Delfina and David were incredibly helpful in every way possible. They also introduced us to Francesco, who helped get us around, he was awesome as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karl m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We had a great time at David`s property, the property is luxurious and spacious., making it a perfect base to explore tuscany for our group of six. The communication with David has been smooth and he went out of his way to ensure our stay is as enjoyable as possible. I would not hesitate to recommend this property to anyone who wants to look for a luxury retreat in the heart of beautiful tuscany.
Verified

8/10 Good

IRENE G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Villa in Florence

Villa was very well maintained. Difficult to find but David did send us location thru google maps. Car is necessary in this location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Under the Tuscany sun

The ideal location for peace , relax , feel like you are living as a local. Location was perfect for one day are two day Train trips to Venice, Pizza , Rome. And more. Host was extremely helpful 24-7 to whatever our needs were.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Tuscan stay

Fantastic location near Florence. In driving distance to Florence yet it feels secluded and private. The view from the bedrooms and backyard is stunning. The house was in immaculate condition with all amenities for a wonderful stay. The host David was extremely responsive and professional. We highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a house with character in the countryside yet accessible to the main city centres.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and relaxing

The pictures in the listing don't really do justice to how beautiful this home and the surrounding countryside truly are. The owners were very responsive and helpful with everything from settling in, to information about the nearby town of Grassina, to educating us on the public transit available.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hella B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Our stay was very pleasant. Everything we needed was at the house. The view is beautiful. We cooked ourselves and that was easy. Nice stove and ovens and a good barbecue outside. I recommend to rent this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yanina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay in this house. Delfina was very nice and helpful. The house is in a lovely quiet location with a great view, everything was comfortable, the kitchen was well equipped. We are glad we booked a car so we enjoyed the local food and wineries around. The streets are very narrow, but we eventually got used to driving. It was one of the best holidays for our family!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great escape!

Our family of 4, incl 2 teens really enjoyed the quick commute to the countryside after a busy day in Florence. House had 2 bathrooms, large bedrooms and enough space to spread out. Backyard view and patio space made meals outside a treat! Cable TV was a hit with the teens. Owner was very responsive…
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DARIUS R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay at Luxury villa

We did love our stay at Luxury Villa in the Florentine hills. Host Delfina was easy reachable and very helpful with any information we needed like places to visit, restaurants to go and etc. Place was clean, tastefully decorated and plenty room for our group. Garden was beautiful with the views of Tuscany rolling hills behind it. Location was perfect for visiting Florence. Thank you very much for hosting us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022