Guardiolo 6
Luxury Tuscany Villa near Pisa with Private Pool & AC : Peccioli
Nice little touches
- This is a charmingly unusual house, once a folly for the original estate owner. It's a place to feel you are getting away from it all.
Good to know
- We need at least a week's notice to heat the pool
Tucked away in rolling Tuscan hills, Guardiolo is a delightfully whimsical “Swiss-style cottage” once built as a folly for a count, now lovingly restored to host up to six guests. Recently listed in the Sunday Times' "30 Best European Villas", it has been lovingly restored and furnished with high quality fixtures and fittings.
Surrounded by evergreen oak woods and vineyards, the house stands as a serene escape - the kind of place where time slows, olive leaves whisper in the breeze and you wake to golden light dancing across ancient stone.
Step inside, and you’re met with a welcoming living room on the first floor, a kitchen and dining room opening to a side terrace designed for al fresco meals in the warm Tuscan glow. Two double bedrooms lie on the ground floor, while the master bedroom and its bathroom grace the top level - all designed to balance the historic character of the house with modern comfort.
Outside, the pool awaits: a generous 12 × 6 metre private swimming pool (depth between 1.2 and 1.7 m) flanked by loungers, umbrellas, and an outdoor charcoal barbecue area with twin fridges and dining tables.
For added comfort, the home features air-conditioning throughout, complimentary WiFi, free parking, and pool towels, bathrobes and slippers included.
The pool is also heatable (advance notice required).
The grounds are fully enclosed and access is via remote-controlled gates.
Guardiolo is listed under the following categories:
Accommodation
The house is set in beautiful evergreen oak woods (Quercus Ilex) in a magical setting.
The accommodation is divided over three floors:
the ground floor has two bedrooms, the middle floor has the large living room, welcoming kitchen and dining room leading to a side terrace for al fresco dining and the top floor has the Master bedroom and bathroom.
On a lower level in front of the house is the swimming pool (7m x 12m) with own indoor shower, sun terrace, loungers and umbrellas. Also by this pool area is the charcoal barbecue area with two fridges and further tables with chairs.
Features
Villa Details
- Air Conditioning
- Swimming Pool
- Wifi
- Free Parking
- Private Pool
- Heated Pool
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Super King Double Bedrooms
- Additional Single Beds Available
- 4 Bathrooms, 3 Ensuite, One With Bath And Shower And Two With Shower. Additional Wc On The Ground Floor.
- Hair Dryer In Each Bathroom
Kitchen equipment
- Coffee Maker (American And Italian)
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Kettle
- Oven
- Toaster
- Ice Machine
- Blender
Amenities
- Dvd Player
- Bose Music System
- Washing Machine
- Dryer
- Iron And Ironing Board
- Baby Bed And High Chair
- Extra Single Bed
- Fireplace
What's included
- Air Conditioning Included
- Pool Towels Bathrobes And Slippers Per Person
- Cleaning Two Hours A Day Monday To Friday Included. Extra Available At 30€ An Hour
- Final Cleaning Included
Extras
- Catering And Cooking Lessons On Request
- Extra Linen Change On Request, 300€ For The Whole House
- Central Heating Costs 150€ Day
- Heating The Pool Costs 300€ Per Week And Must Be Requested At Least A Week Before Your Arrival Date
Outdoors
- Swimming Pool - Can Be Heated (With Prior Warning). 12 X 6 Metres, Between 1.2 And 1.7 Metres Deep.
- Great Bbq/Bar Area With Fridge
- Shower Room And Wc By The Pool
Nearby Activities
- Excellent Golf Courses Nearby, Closest Twenty Minutes Drive Away.
- Horse Riding Stables Nearby, Closest Ten Minutes Away.
- Winery And Wine Tasting
- Read more about the area around Guardiolo
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Where is Guardiolo ?
Getting here
- Pisa Airport: 30 mins
- Florence Airport: under 1hr
- Rome Airport: 3 hrs 30 mins
- Closest Train Station Pontedera 20 mins
Around Guardiolo
Location-wise, Guardiolo offers the perfect blend of seclusion and access: the village of Forcoli is nearby for simple shops and restaurants, while iconic Tuscan attractions - Pisa and Lucca (30 mins), Florence (just over an hour), and Siena (about an hour-twenty) are all within reach.
For wine-lovers, the famous area of Bolgheri which produces the Super Tuscans is under an hour away, Chianti just an hour. Closer by, the estate that surrounds Guardiolo produce excellent wines too.
The hills that surround Guardiolo are dotted with hill towns, churches and ancient sites - starting with the little village of Palaia with its circular castle at its heart - or a strange temple to 'Minerva Medica' hidden in a nearby forest. For those who love exploring on foot, the area is criss-crossed with footpaths and old, unpaved tracks, often leading to excellent wineries or old castles.
In the hush of vineyard-fringed hills, Guardiolo is both escape and invitation: relax by the pool, breathe in the rolling landscape, and let the rhythms of Tuscany remind you that beauty can be stillness.
Nearby Activities
- Closest Village is Forcoli, with restaurants and simple shops
- San Gimignano & Volterra 45 mins drive
- Tower of Pisa, Lucca 45 mins
- Florence 1hr
- Chianti 1 hr
- Siena 1hr 30 mins
- Bolgheri Super Tuscan Wine area 1 hr.
Guardiolo
Sleeps: 6
From € 750 to 1,633 per day
From € 5,250 to € 9,800 per week
Approximately
$ 6,143 to $ 11,466 in USD
Calendar for Guardiolo
How to book
Is Guardiolo perfect for you?
For over 40 years, Invitation to Tuscany has personally selected and visited every villa we represent. Our team knows each property and its surroundings intimately - allowing us to help you choose the perfect home for your family or group, and to make your stay as memorable as the place itself.
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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: IT050024B4GANV8UKQ
Booking Notes
- Central Heating is available from October to April at 150€ a day
- Heating the pool costs 300€ per week and must be requested at least a week before your arrival date
- Extra linen change on request, 300€ for the whole house
