Villa Bobolino

About this property

Villa Bobolino holds a fantastic location, situated in the hillside with panoramic views over the valley below. The villa is in a rural and private spot, surrounded by vineyards and lush olive groves, it is however less than 10-minutes from the town of Montelupo Fiorentino, where a wide range of helpful amenities can be found. The cities of Florence, Siena and Pisa are all within each reach and as a result this villa makes a fabulous base for those looking to further explore the wider Tuscany region.

The quirky villa is bursting with character and charm and can comfortably accommodate four guests, with an extra two being able to make use of the double sofa bed. On the ground floor is the kitchen and dining area, this space boasts beautiful terracotta tiled floors and traditional high beamed ceilings. Also on this level are the two double bedrooms, one boasts en-suite facilities while the other has use of the bathroom, which is just next-door to the bedroom. Heading upstairs, guests will find the impressive gallery lounge area which has been comfortably furnished with sofas, one of which can convert into a handy sofa bed and a large feature fireplace.

Outside, the private pool complete with hydro massage section is the perfect spot from which to soak up the tranquil surroundings. There is a terrace area furnished with dining facilities, excellent for those wanting to make the most of the sunshine and dine al fresco!

Please note that Villa Bobolino is actually located in the region of Tuscany but is very close to the San Gimignano border. 

Villa Bobolino is nestled in the beautiful backdrop of the Tuscan hills, only 30km from Florence, offering stunning views of the valley and countryside.

Only 4km away is the medieval hilltop town of Montelupo Fiorentino, known for its ceramic production and quality Chianti wine. This town is a charming place to spend time in authentic surroundings and there is a good choice of traditional restaurants and bars as well as many useful amenities and supermarkets.

Golf lovers have plenty of choice in this area, with Golf Club Montelupo only a short drive away as well as options such as Circolo Golf dell’Ugolino and Castelfalfi Golf Club slightly further away. There are also many opportunities to appreciate the gorgeous Tuscan countryside, with many fantastic walking and cycling trails as well as horse-riding stables within a short drive. And not to forget all the local vineyards, a wine tasting and tour is a must in this famous wine region!

Obviously not to be overlooked is Florence, cradle of the Renaissance! A truly enchanting city packed full of world-class art, architectural masterpieces, and gourmet Tuscan cuisine. Surprisingly small, you can visit everything this wonderful city has to offer by foot. Prepare to be seduced by the grandeur of Brunelleschi’s red cathedral dome on Piazza del Duomo and intrigued by the tales of how the Medici family boosted the Renaissance and produced as many as four Popes!

Other nearby towns of note include Empoli (8km), full of history and culture with plenty of museums and galleries to explore, and San Miniato (18km), a delightful town between Pisa and Florence famous for its white truffles. In fact, Villa Bobolino is in the ideal location to explore many traditional Tuscan towns such as San Gimignano (37km), Volterra (58km)and Greve (40km) – you will be sure to get a real taste for the beauty this region has to offer!

Please note that Villa Bobolino is actually located in the region of Tuscany but is very close to the San Gimignano border.

Accommodation

Villa Interior

Ground Floor
- Kitchen with oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher and dining facilities
- Bedroom with double bed and en-suite bathroom with shower
- Bedroom with double bed
- Bathroom with shower

First Floor
- Living room/upper gallery with double sofa bed, TV, DVD, CD, books and a fireplace

Outside Grounds
- Salt-water infinity pool with Jacuzzi (10.5m x 7.5m, depth: 1.10m to 1.40m). Open approximately May to end-September
- Veranda with garden furnishings and sun beds
- Al-fresco lounging area
- Dining facilities
- Landscaped gardens
- Barbecue
- Covered parking

Facilities

- Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning (bedrooms only)
- Washing machine
- Iron & ironing board
- Cots and highchair on request