Ancient hamlet of luxury villas to rent in vicinity of Florence, Italy. Beautiful houses nestling deep amidst the green hills of Tuscany, offering some stone farmhouses with swimming pool which were restored with their original architectural features preserved and converted into elegant and spacious luxury villas rental. All of the apartments are tastefully furnished in a typical Florence style. This 200-hectare estate also comprises a beautiful Renaissance villa dating back to the year 1500, once residence of Giovanni della Casa, a Vatican statesman author of important works like the “Galateo” (book of etiquette). Distances: Borgo San Lorenzo with all kinds of shops 3 km, Scarperia with gold course 5 km, Florence 27 km. At guests’ disposal: large completely fenced garden, 2 swimming-pools (16 x 8 – open from 01/04 to 31/10) with Jacuzzi area, wellness centre (sauna, Turkish bath, gym at € 15,- / per day), restaurant, wine bar available for tasting of local wines and cheeses typical of Florence and Italy tradition, and for daily breakfast (on request), table tennis, volleyball ground, playground for children, barbecue, tennis court (€ 8,- / per hour), private furnished outdoor area and independent entrance for all of the luxury apartments. Covered parking within the grounds. All of the apartments are provided with satellite TV and telephone. Extra services: Baby bed and an extra bed available on request (€ 52,- / per week- to be paid on the spot ). Shared laundry with washing-machine (€ 7,50 / per washing). Mountain-bikes for rent. On request it is possible to arrange guided tours, bike tours, Italian-language lessons, cooking and painting classes. The produce of the estate is available for clients to be purchased. Charming apartment situatred on one or more levels with living-room, dining area (Satellite-TV with pay per view), kitchen corner, double sofa bed and double bed, bathroom with shower. Internet connection WI-FI available. Personal outdoor area offering nice views.