Celeste 4
Family apartment in a historic villa with shared pool : San Miniato
Nice little touches
- The pool area is really well laid out, with plenty of space for children to play, a shallow end to the pool, and fabulous views of the medieval town of San Miniato
- The owner is excellent at providing extra services, from cooking courses to babysitting.
Good to know
- The thick walls mean that the wifi can be spotty
Once a border tower, then a rich Florentine's family country getaway, the large villa of which Celeste is a part has been lovingly restored. The military memories are still there in the enormously thick lower walls, while the elegance of its later life is apparent as you drive up to it.
Celeste is one of the four generous apartments created out of the large villa. San Miniato, the medieval village seen from the shared swimming pool, is one of many sites that will draw guests seeking a Tuscan experience.
Celeste is listed under the following categories:
Accommodation
A few steps lead from the entry hall at the back of the villa to the front door of Celeste and the stone stairway up to the first floor accommodation. The brick-faced sitting room at the top of the stairs has a leather sofa set to face the corner open fireplace, a welcome feature for guests coming in the late Autumn or early Spring.
An arched doorway connects the sitting room to an attractive eat-in kitchen with a dining table for 6, a painted hutch and appliances set behind walnut cabinetry and under a marble counter top. A hallway off the kitchen leads to two double bedrooms, each with its own shower room.
One of the bedrooms is very spacious and furnished with a painted bedroom suite, while the other is smaller with a French double bed that allows a couple not quite as much stretching room. All rooms feature traditional beamed ceilings and terracotta tiling, but are air-conditioned and attuned to modern comforts.
Features
Villa Details
- Air Conditioning
- Swimming Pool
- Wifi
- Free Parking
- Insect Screens
- Fenced Pool
- Barbecue
- Shared Swimming Pool
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Double Bedrooms, One Double (160Cm X 200Cm), The Other With A French Double (140Cm X 200Cm)
- 2 Shower Rooms
- Hairdryer
Kitchen equipment
- Coffee Maker (American And Italian)
- Toaster
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Oven
Amenities
- Baby Bed And High Chair On Request
- Barbecue
- Dvd Player
- Fans
- Washing Machine
- Television
- Computer, Printer And Scanner Available In Estate Office
- Cd Player & Radio
- Double Sofa-Bed
What's included
- Pool Towels Provided
- Final Cleaning Included
Extras
- Arrival Groceries Available On Request
- Extra Single Bed Available On Request
- Babysitting Available On Request
- Catering Available On Request
- Cooking Lessons On Request
- Home-Produced Olive Oil Available
- Transport And Tours Airport Transfers On Request
- Wine Tasting On Site, W/ Snacks Or Combined W/ Pizza Night Or Local Wine-Tasting Tour
- 200€ Cautionary Deposit, Which Should Be Handed Over In Cash To The Owner Or His Representative At The Start Of Your Holiday
- Heating And A/C To Be Paid Directly To The Owner
Outdoors
- Swimming Pool Dim: 12.5 X 8 M; Depth: 40 Cm - 1.5 M. - The Shallow End Is A Wading Pool For Children With A Divider From Main Pool - Open: 31 May To 30 September
- Furnished Outdoor Areas And Poolside Deck Chair And Sun Beds
- Children's Playground
Nearby Activities
- Restaurant Nearby In Walking Distance - "Bottega Genovini", 1.3 Km
- Canoeing At Nearby Lake
- Fishing At Nearby Lake
- Golf Course 18 Hole Golf Course Nearby -Golf Club San Miniato
- Tennis Court Nearby - At Tennis Club San Miniato
- Read more about the area around Celeste
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FAQ about Celeste
1. How close are any restaurants, and the village of San Miniato?
There are a couple of restaurants within 2km from Villa San Miniato. The first is Ristorante Bar Genovini, 1.4km away so about a 20min walk. In the opposite direction you''ll find Papaveri e Papere about 1.8km away, while the actual town of San Miniato is around 3.5km away. Part of the walk to San Miniato is on a path but part is on the road, so not ideal at night.
2. How far away is the pool from the villa?
The pool is a short walk away through a copse of evergreen oaks. The distance is around 400 metres.
Where is Celeste ?
Getting here
- Pisa Airport: 30 mins
- Florence Airport: 30 mins
- Closest Bus stop 5 mins walk
- Closest Train Station in San Miniato 10 mins drive
Around Celeste
Very likely a first outing will be to the charming medieval town you can spot from the estate pool. Once famous for its position on the Via Francigena, the ancient road to Rome, scenic San Miniato now draws pilgrims in search of the prized white truffle. Being halfway between Pisa and Florence may have put you in harm's way in the Middle Ages, but it is a definite plus for the modern adventurer and visitors can hop aboard a nearby train or drive to the heart of these Tuscan cities quite worthy of the many pages in their guidebooks.
Other day trips include ventures to the skyscrapers of the Middle Ages in San Gimignano, the beautiful shell-shaped Piazza del Campo in Siena or the beaches of the Versilia sea coast. Lucca and Pistoia are also within easy reach.
Yet staying at Ambra in Villa San Miniato means having wonderful staff on hand to help set up local wine tasting, truffle hunting or canoeing on a nearby lake. At this property you won't be at a loss for something to do, though don't be surprised if a poolside sunbed and a gentle breeze in the olive trees persuade you to put off that doing to another day.
Nearby Activities
- Nearest restaurant & bar at Bottega Genovini, 1.3 km
- Supermarkets, restaurants and train station in San Miniato 5 km, Castelfiorentino 16 km and Empoli 20 km
- San Gimignano 35 km, Pisa, Lucca and Florence 48 km
- Siena and Greve in Chianti 1hr 15mins
Celeste
Sleeps: 4
From € 219 to 311 per day
From € 1,534 to € 1,867 per week
Approximately
$ 1,795 to $ 2,184 in USD
Calendar for Celeste
How to book
Is Celeste perfect for you?
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Complimentary Concierge Service
Every booking includes our free concierge service to help make your stay special:
- Up to 3 activity or restaurant bookings per stay
- Local recommendations and insider knowledge
- Standard check-in coordination
- General travel assistance
Need more support? Our Concierge Plus (€300) provides dedicated planning support for guests requiring more activity bookings, larger group logistics, or special occasions. Please note that weddings and event planning do not fall under this. Request this when booking or as early as possible.
Flexible Booking Options
Easy cancellation: Add XCover to your booking for a full refund if you can't travel. You can add XCover anytime before paying your balance - just ask your agent. See our Booking Conditions and XCover for more information. Need to change dates? Let us know - we can often modify your booking rather than cancelling outright.
Worth Knowing
Tourist Tax: Many local administrations charge a tourist tax for rental accommodation, which varies by town. Charges typically range from €0.50 to €5 per person per night, with a maximum of 5-7 nights. Children are sometimes exempt. These charges are collected by property owners and paid directly to them.
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CIN: IT050032B5QYPS4Y96
Booking Notes
- This property is subject to a cautionary deposit of € 200, which should be handed over in cash to the owner or his representative at the start of your holiday
- Heating and A/C to be paid directly to the owner
