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Apartment Liliana 2
Tuesday, October 16th, 2007
Apartment Liliana 2 is a beautiful apartment housed on the third floor of an ancient twelfth century building overlooking Piazza San Croce. It is situated adjacent to Apartment Liliana1.
Its close proximity to the Duomo and other central locations of Florence make it “the apartment to stay in” if you want easy accessibility to the major attractions of Florence. It is within walking distance of cafes, restaurants, butchers and the beautiful San Croce.
Piazza San Croce is a lovely square with its major attractions including its beautiful church with its cemetery which has the graves of the illustrious sons of Florence including Michel Angelo Galileo Galilei, Dante, Machiavelli and many other famous personalities. You can also spend some quiet moments at this famous square following a popular Florentine pastimes including “people watching” while sipping some excellent Italian coffee or enjoying a gelato.
Whatever you do we wish you a pleasant stay in Apartment Liliana 2, Florence and Tuscany.
Apartment Liliana 1
Tuesday, October 16th, 2007
Apartment Liliana 1 is a beautiful apartment that is located in a historic building in the centre of Florence on a quiet street overlooking Piazza Santa Croce. This third floor spacious and air conditioned apartment offers splendid views of the Duomo’s steeple and Palazzo Vecchio’s towers.
It is situated in the most sought after area of San Croce and is within walking distance of the other attractions of Florence including the Duomo, Lungarno and Piazza Signoria.
Apartment Liliana1 is so centrally located that many attractions are just a few kilometers away. The surrounding area is filled with cafes, bakeries, butchers, shops, boutiques and delicatessens.
It is also close to the bus stop, train stations etc which give you access to explore the museums and other historic “must see” places you have to visit.
We hope you will stay at Apartment Liliana 1 and we will make your stay in Florence as memorable as possible.
Valentina Cottage
Friday, October 12th, 2007
Valentina Cottage is a lovely romantic cottage in Lastra a Signa about ten minutes away from Florence. This peaceful and intimate cottage has been restored to its original charm. With enclosed stonewalls in the garden and a lovely swimming pool it offers you the seclusion to enjoy your honeymoon to the fullest amidst the beauties of nature as in beautiful wooded forests and magnificent hilly views. It is spacious and furnished in typical Tuscan style with wooden beams, classic Tuscan furniture and terracotta floors.
Valentina Cottage is centrally located and you can plan day trips to the medieval towns and villages nearby including Montecatini, Pisa, Lucca, Siena, Monteriggione or even Bologna.
Alternatively you can spend time exploring the surrounding woods, walk up the cobble stoned hills or relax in your very own private garden sipping some of the regions excellent wines and tasting all the culinary Tuscan delicacies. You can also explore the local attractions including horse riding, trekking or visiting local markets and ruins.
However you choose to spend your time we will be delighted in helping you to make your honeymoon at Valentina Cottage a memorable experience.
Farmhouse Podre Pienza
Thursday, October 11th, 2007
This beautiful farmhouse is situated between Pienza and San Quirico in the middle of a natural reserve filled with flora and fauna. It offers you luxuries and modern amenities including a swimming pool amidst the wonders of nature.
It is the ideal location for a peaceful and beautiful holiday to get in touch with your inner self in sylvan surroundings. Yet it is in such an accessible location that there is much to offer and to be explored in the immediate vicinity.
Farmhouse Podre Pienza is close to Siena, Pienza, Montalcino and San Quirico. You can also go to Florence on a day trip. This unspoilt area is also just three kilometers away from the historic village of Bagno Vignoni with its roman remains and antique thermal baths.
It is also close to Pienza where the best of cheeses including pecorino and innumerable local pastas are available. It is easy to obtain fresh produce and many of the delicacies of Italy including Porcini mushrooms, truffles, Chianina meat, wild boar, saffron, honey and not to forget some of the best Tuscan wines.
Staying at Farmhouse Podre Pienza will offer you the best of sightseeing, enjoying good food and wine, communicating with nature as well getting to know one of the most untouched regions of Tuscany with its unmatched hospitality. Enjoy!!
Farmhouse Ulivi
Thursday, October 11th, 2007
This picturesque farmhouse in Lastra A Signa overlooks beautiful olive groves and wineries. Tucked away amidst antique rose bushes and cypress trees it is still accessible to Florence and you can even see the Florence Duomo on certain days when the skies are clear.
Living in the farmhouse Ulivi, you can reconnect with nature and spend your time exploring the countryside or swim in the pool with nature as your intimate companion. Alternatively you can walk up to the main villa and attend the cooking classes held throughout the year. You can taste and then buy the olive oil and wines produced by the estate. We can even provide a private chef to cook up an exquisite Italian meal if you so wish.
Come and visit us and enjoy your stay in our farmhouse which is an ideal combination of luxury and natural beauty all at your disposal even if it may be for a few days. We do recommend you come back and visit us regularly.
Leonora Cottage
Wednesday, October 10th, 2007
This charming single dwelling cottage is ideal for four persons who would like to spend a few days away from the hustle and bustle of the city. This peaceful and private cottage in the beautiful Tuscan countryside enfolds you with its beauty. Yet Florence is close enough to escape to for a bout of shopping and sight seeing. The cottage looks out into beautiful Italian gardens and you can spend some serene and relaxing moments here.
You can let time stand still as you explore the surroundings which include private woods, olive groves and a wine estate. Alternatively you are well connected to many tourist towns like Montecini as well as Pisa, Lucca, Siena and Bologna.
Casa Camilla
Friday, October 5th, 2007
This beautiful Tuscan farmhouse will captivate you with its authenticity and old world charm. Surrounded by a luxuriant and fenced garden with an outdoor swimming pool it is the ideal get away place for a group or family as it offers enough privacy and space to enjoy those precious moments together exploring the beauties of nature.
It is only twelve minutes from Florence and overlooks the lovely Arno valley. Its pristine surroundings offer you memories of natural beauty amidst modern comforts and yet its classical and traditional charm remains intact in this aesthetically restored farmhouse with its high ceilings and lovely fireplace.
Villa Lunetta
Friday, October 5th, 2007
This picturesque villa, Villa Lunetta is one of our prime properties. It offers you a lovely getaway from the city into the beautiful Tuscan countryside. It is just ten minutes away from Florence. Here’s an excerpt from the charming lines we have received from one among our numerous delighted and satisfied guests
“I reached the Signa train station and started off on my easy walk to the Villa Lunetta apartment where I will be staying for the next week. I was amazed when I got here- it is fantastic!! It is an incredible apartment lcoated in the main villa ,complete with frescoes, original artwork and a private terrace looking over the villa’s italian gardens. The villa is situated on a magnificent estate which includes a private forest, vineyards and olive groves that yield some fantastic wine and extra virgin olive oil. The owners also told me that the woods behind the estate have wildboar. Don’t you wish you were here with me?”
Ciao,
Philip ( aka Fillipo)
Beautiful villas for your next holiday in Tuscany…
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