Villa San Miniato 12 to 21
Historic villa with a large 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
A stone's throw from the medieval town of San Miniato, this historic villa has been divided into four apartments but works well when rented as one whole villa for a group.
While guests are accommodated in four separate apartments, they can come together around tables in the large furnished outdoor areas, shaded under umbrellas.
Once a border tower, then a rich Florentine's family country getaway, this large villa 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.
San Miniato, the medieval village seen from the shared swimming pool, is one of many sites that will draw guests seeking a Tuscan experience.
Villa San Miniato is listed under the following categories:
Accommodation
The present owners have been both respectful and generous in transforming the estate into four comfortable apartments that can be taken together when reunions, classes or a growing guest list requires the whole estate.
A large panoramic pool, a restaurant that can offer catering or cooking classes, a large outdoor dining piazza and spacious grounds for visitors of all ages make this a delightful place to share with others.
Each floor of the large structure contains two apartments, and all are equipped with air-conditioning for the summer months and fireplaces for early Spring / late Autumn visitors. In some a large main room combines sitting and dining areas with a well-equipped kitchen, in others a separate living room gives a bit more room in which to relax.
In keeping with the original layout of the villa, all apartments feature a large master double bedroom and a smaller double, or in one case twin, bedroom. Most of the apartments have en-suite shower rooms and one, Ambra, has additional accommodation and shower rooms in a furnished attic.
On the lower ground floor there is a large dining room with attached professional kitchen, perfect for gathering everybody for a meal cooked by a professional chef. The room can also be hired by the day, but the kitchen is always off-limits to guests as it's professionally equipped.
Features
Villa Details
- Air Conditioning
- Swimming Pool
- Wifi
- Free Parking
- Private Pool
- Insect Screens
- Fenced Pool
- Barbecue
- Central Heating
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 King Double Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms (Shower)
- Hairdryers
- Attic With More Beds In Shared Room
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
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
- €800 Cautionary Deposit, To Be Handed To The Owner On Arrival
- ​Air Conditioning Is Extra, And Charged On Metered Consumption
- The Large Dining Room On The Ground Floor Can Be Hired For €500 A Day
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 Villa San Miniato
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FAQ about Villa San Miniato
1. What is the space on the ground floor like?
The ground floor (or lower ground floor as the villa is built into the hill) has a professional kitchen and a large dining room, as well as a reception room that is rarely used. The dining room can be hired by the day for events and meals, but the kitchen is out of bounds and may only be used by professional chefs booked through the owner. Please ask your agent if you'd like to book the use of the common room, or you can do it directly though the owner when at the villa.
2. How far away is the pool?
The pool is a short walk away through a copse of evergreen oaks. The distance is around 400 metres.
3. 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.
Where is Villa San Miniato ?
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 Villa San Miniato
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
Villa San Miniato
Sleeps: 12 to 21
From € 1,009 to 1,489 per day
From € 7,066 to € 8,933 per week
Approximately
$ 8,267 to $ 10,452 in USD
Calendar for Villa San Miniato
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Is Villa San Miniato perfect for you?
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- Up to 3 activity or restaurant bookings per stay
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Flexible Booking Options
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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 has an €800 cautionary deposit, to be handed to the owner on arrival. It will be returned on departure minus any costs for breakages or extra services.
- Air conditioning is extra, and charged on metered consumption
- The large dining room on the ground floor can be hired for €500 a day
