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Villa La Meliana

Castelfiorentino, Tuscany

  • 10
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FROM £ 6,698 PER WEEK

Accommodation

At a glance

  1. Sleeps 10
  2. 3 Double Bedrooms
  3. 2 Twin Bedrooms
  4. 5 Bathrooms
  5. WiFi
  6. Air Conditioning* 
  7. Restaurant 500m
  • Ground floor: Open plan dining/living room (A/C, TV) with French doors to covered terrace and garden. (3 steps down to) Kitchen (oven, dishwasher). Utility room (microwave). Cloakroom (WC). Door to basement (washing machine). Double bedroom (A/C) with French doors to rear terrace, and en suite shower room. Twin bedroom (A/C) with French doors to garden and en suite shower room. WiFi.  
  • First floor: Double bedroom (A/C) with French doors to covered balcony, and en suite shower room. Double bedroom (A/C) with 3 steps up to en suite shower room. (3 steps up to) Twin bedroom (A/C) with en suite shower room.  
  • Outside: Terraced lawned gardens. Covered and open terraces. Poolside shower. Private parking. 
  • Private swimming pool (12mx 4m) with corner steps, surrounded by terrace.

Undulating Tuscan vistas, proximity to must-see sights such as Florence and San Gimignano (to name just a couple), stylish décor and fabulous pool area are just some of the highlights of Villa La Meliana, the ideal choice for a group of friends or family looking for a holiday in this wonderful region of Italy.

From the moment we arrived, we loved the look of Villa La Meliana, a fusion of traditional features and contemporary style, where wood beams, cotto floors, and vintage glass chandeliers mix with modern furniture.  Beautiful wood doors open into spacious, individually designed bedrooms, all with en suite facilities and air conditioning, some with access to outside space (a terrace or balcony) – we found it hard to pick our favourite.  

The equally appealing pool area, on a raised area, offers plenty of space for sunbathing and swimming, terraces surrounding the house provide spots for morning coffee and alfresco meals, with a lawned garden for children – in short, something for everyone.    

In the hamlet of Pillo (500m), there is a local wine domaine with restaurant (a perfect combination!), with essential amenities to be found in Castelfiorentino, a 10 minute drive. From here, it is 50 minutes by train into the heart of one of the most glorious cities in the world – Florence.  In the opposite direction, drive through the stunning countryside and discover medieval San Gimignano, the charming Chianti wine villages, splendid Siena or even west to Castiglioncello on the coast for a day on the beach, returning after a full day of sightseeing to the stylish and comfortable Villa La Meliana. 

  • *Air Conditioning is payable according to usage, direct to the owner. 
  • Please note there is a local tourist tax of approx. €1.50 per person per night, payable on arrival. Children under 14 are exempt.
  • Property Licence No. IT048020B4SM4IAZZV
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Please note: the price shown does not include a tourist tax of approx. €1.50 per person per night (payable locally). Children under 14 are exempt.

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Great Things to Do Near Villa La Meliana

The weekly open-air market is part of Italian life

Stalls laden with produce, scents and smells filling the air, and a crowd of Italians - finish the morning's shopping with a coffee in a bar. Castelfiorentino's market days are Tuesday and Saturday. Stock up on fresh bread, cheeses, salamis and salad to enjoy back at Villa La Meliana

Explore San Gimignano

Spend a morning or afternoon strolling through this beautiful little town, UNESCO recognised, famous for its tall towers. It originally had over 70 towers, ostensibly constructed to defend the inhabitants but also somewhat of a competition to build the highest one! Only a few remain but they still make a striking skyline. There are many fine examples of medieval and Renaissance art to see, or the Torture Museum is a slightly gruesome alternative. Go early or late and you will avoid the coaches that come throughout the day.

Volterra

is a fascinating place, with a history dating back to the Etruscan era, when it was a centre of alabaster extraction. The warren of streets are dotted with restaurants and lead up to the Piazza dei Priori at the heart of the town, dominated by the impressive Palazzo dei Priori which serves as a town hall. Night tours of the town are available through most of July and August.

Gelato per tutti!

Children will love the 'gelateria' or Italian ice cream shop. Watch their eyes pop out on stalks when they see the rainbow-coloured display and so many different flavours to choose from!  There is a 'gelateria' in every town. Visit the famous ice cream shop in San Gimignano's main square and spot the celebrities in the photos on the walls.

Sample Chianti wines

Explore the Chianti region  - home to some of the best wine in the world. The tourist office will have maps and suggested wine itineraries to follow. The annual Chianti wine festival is held in the small village of Montespertoli between the 30th May and 6th June, a celebration of this famous wine and the first chance for the public to try this year's vintage.

Take the train to Florence

from Castelfiorentino - they run regularly throughout the day and the journey takes approx. 50mins.  It's an easy, relaxing way to reach this beautiful, magical city.

Discover Tuscany’s olive oil

Olive oil is widely used throughout Italy in cooking and as a condiment. Most families with a patch of ground grow their own olives for oil - and if you are visiting, you can buy direct from the grower. This is quite easy, as almost every wine producer also produces olive oil so that oil can be bought at any of the very numerous “Olio”, Vendita Diretta and Degustazione places dotted along the country roads of Tuscany.

Greve in Chianti

Greve is a small town in the heart of the Chianti region, whose charming 'square', Piazza Matteotti, is actually an unusual triangular shape. The piazza is lined with porticos under which you will find a number of shops, cafes and restaurants, and a weekly market takes place here every Saturday morning, where you can take in the atmosphere of a typical Tuscan market day. Also don’t miss the famous Falorni butcher’s shop, where you can taste a platter of meats & cheeses accompanied by a good bottle of local wine.

A day in Pisa

Pisa is a very pleasant city set on the banks of the River Arno, a bustling university town where everyday life carries on despite the tourists that descend on it! The main hub is the Campo dei Miracoli, where you will find the cross-shaped Cathedral, the Leaning Tower and the Baptistry, as well as the Cemetery. All are incredible works of architecture and no matter how many pictures you have seen, nothing really prepares you for seeing them in real life. If you have a late flight out of Pisa, you could plan lunch and a wander in the city before heading to the airport.

Castiglioncello on the Etruscan Coast

If you fancy a day on the beach, Castiglioncello and Rosignano are about 1hr 20min drive. They are lovely places on the coast, offering a range of water sports, beaches, and eateries.  Particularly good for snorkelling and diving, thanks to the rocky coastline. As with all coastal resorts, the area is very busy in August but outside of the peak holiday period, it is a delight to explore.

Nearby

Towns/Villages

Gambassi Terme 5 mins 
Castelfiorentino 10 mins 
Certaldo 20 mins 
San Gimignano 30 mins 
Volterra 40 mins 
Siena 50 mins 
Castellina in Chianti 50 mins 
Pisa 1 Hr  
Florence 1 Hr 5 mins 

Beaches

Castiglioncello / Rosignano 1 Hr 20 mins 

Airports

Florence 50 mins 
Pisa 50 mins 
Bologna 1 Hr 45 mins 
Rome Fiumicino 3 Hrs 30 mins 
Rome Ciampino 3 Hrs 30 mins 

Train Stations

Castelfiorentino 10 mins 
Florence S.M.N. 1 Hr  
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