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Character: One of the most famous formal Renaissance gardens in Tuscany,
where three separate houses are surrounded by flowers, sculptured topiaries,
lemon groves and some of the best views of Florence in existence.
Location: In Settignano, a tiny town on the edge of Florence. Drive 800
yards, park, and take the bus into the city. Or drive easily to all spots in
northern Tuscany, including the Chianti. Click
here to see a map.
Size: Three houses sleeping 8, 6 and 6, respectively. Each has a large
living room, separate kitchen and one bathroom for each bedroom. One house is
all on the ground floor; the others are two stories. One house has a covered
pergola; the others have a garden.
Features: Air conditioning (except for one bedroom), washing machine,
dishwasher, satellite TV, telephone, DSL line, swimming pool, breakfast is available.
Price range: From 420. EURO/night; from 2500. EURO/week. To see
specific prices for the dates of your stay, please click
here.
Minimum stay: Three nights.
Advantages: An unparalleled opportunity to live exactly like a Florentine
who inherited a prestigious 17th-century estate. Spectacular views.
Disadvantages: Parts of the road (about 1km in all) are narrow and windy,
not recommended for timid drivers.
Car needed: Yes. |
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