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Florence Countryside Elegant Apartment Suite with Pool

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Aerial view
Pool operated with natural salt meters 15x7x1,25
private entrance
private patio
private patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Caldine, Fiesole, Firenze, Tuscany
  • Historic Centre of Florence
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Florence Countryside Elegant Apartment Suite with Pool

15 minutes from Florence spacious elegant suite with it’s own patio/garden and 2 large living rooms; 2 panoramic bedrooms: the first one, that can sleep 3 people, has a large bathroom with a Jacuzzi bathtub and separate shower. The second one, with its own ensuite bathroom with bathtub and shower, is next to the main bedroom and has the same panoramic view. It has two single beds as well as an open loft with a roof window that is reached through a staircase from the bedroom with an extra bed. There is a new fully equipped kitchen, one living room has the original country fireplace,with dining area and a sofa bed, the other a wall of glass that opens onto the patio which is paved with old stone and has a table that was a stone wheel used to crush the olives. The elegant appointments are a mixture of antique and modern furniture.The large shared pool (meters 15.50 X 7.00 X 1.25 ) not visible from the house and surrounded by vegetation, open from May 15th to September 15th, is treated with natural salt.Personal transportation is advisable. Private car service available with additional cost.

FROM OCTOBER 15TH TO MAY 15TH 20% DISCOUNT ON LISTED PRICES FOR ONLY 2 PEOPLE IN THE SAME BEDROOM

This beautiful 19th century country home,recently restored, is part of the “ Fattoria Il Leccio” lived and owned by the Passigli family for four generations. It sits on top of a hill overlooking the Valle del Mugnone,a gorgeous valley that offers panoramic views of gently slopping hills cultivated with well-tended olive groves as well as views of the town of Fiesole and the city of Florence. Giovanni Boccaccio in his 13th Century Decameron, locates some of his stories in this valley.
Personal transportation is advisable. Public transportation, (bus and train) are available at the bottom of the hill in the village of Caldine. It is a 10/15 minute walk through the hilly bucolic countryside. The train, a 12 minute ride from the Fiesole /Caldine station to Santa Maria Novella station in the center of Florence, runs approximately every hour. The buses, a 30 minute ride, also take you into Florence. There is little public transportation after 8pm. Caldine has a supermarket as well as post office and bank. It also has doctor and ambulance service. Please contact us for further details.

Keywords: Country House Apartment, Vacation Apartment

Property manager

Andrea Passigli

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Allowed only outside the apartment.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fiesole

Located in Fiesole, this apartment is in a rural area. Uffizi Gallery and Gallery of the Academy of Florence are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Historic Centre of Florence and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Florence Botanical Gardens and Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Caldine, Fiesole, Firenze, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Historic Centre of Florence - 12 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 14 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 14 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 15 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Uffizi Gallery - 15 min drive - 11.3 km

Getting around

  • Muratori - Stazione Statuto Tram Stop - 11 min drive
  • Fiesole Caldine Station - 15 min walk
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Perseus Fiesolano - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪India - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria Buca delle Fate - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pasticceria Alcedo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Terrazza 45 - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Florence Countryside Elegant Apartment Suite with Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Florence Countryside Elegant Apartment Suite with Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Florence Countryside Elegant Apartment Suite with Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Florence Countryside Elegant Apartment Suite with Pool?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Florence Countryside Elegant Apartment Suite with Pool located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Path of the Gods, Teatro Romano and Villa Medici. San Francesco Monastery is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away. Fiesole Caldine Station is 15 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susanna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Italien pur- Schöne Landschaft und tolles Ambiente
In diesem stilvollen und wunderschön eingerichteten Gebäudeteil der Fattoria Il Leccio haben wir Andrea 10 herrliche Tage verbracht. Der große Swimmingpool war perfekt für einen entspannten Urlaub. Die Gastgeberfamilie Passigli hat uns sehr nett empfangen und sehr fürsorglich beherbergt. Mit dem Auto ist man in 10‘ in Caldine, hier bekommt man alles im Coop und kann in den Bars einen guten Cappuccino trinken. Hier gelangt man vom Bahnhof aus in 20‘ nach Santa Maria Novella mitten in Florenz! Perfekt für die Städtetour. Auch die weiten verzweigten Wanderwege im wunderschönen Wandergebiet Parco Giogo-Casaglio sind fantastisch. Andrea hat uns immer super Restaurant Tipps gegeben, so haben wir in der Pizzeria „le 4 Strade“ die beste Pizza unseres Lebens gegessen. Es war ein rundum gelungener Aufenthalt. Danke an Andrea und Familie!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay
We had a fantastic stay. The accommodations and property are beautiful, and the pool was perfect. We used it almost every day. We couldn’t have asked for more. Andrea was a fabulous host. He was always available if needed. We even purchased his olive oil to take home and share with extended family. We hope to come back sometime. Thank you!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
Our stay was absolutely amazing. Andrea made the stay so much more personal by buying us groceries for our very late check in, recommending restaurants and driving us to places we would otherwise have struggled to get to. The accommodation was perfect and we could not have asked for a better time!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lutgart F., Belgium

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ontspannen verblijf
Wij hebben heerlijk genoten van het ontspannen verblijf in deze vakantiewoning. Fijn onthaal door Andrea met de nodige tips voor de omgeving maar vooral genoten van de mooie vergezichten en de rust. Een aanrader!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vicente S., London, UK

Idyllic and relaxing Tuscan retreat
This apartment had all that we could have hoped for a stay in the beautiful Tuscan countryside. The property itself was charming, quiet, and very comfortable, and the organic olive farm in which it is situated is beautiful with stunning views of the hills surrounding Florence. Of course, the olive oil produced on the farm was delicious. It really did feel like staying in a little slice of paradise. The apartment is located outside a lovely village that is outside the beaten tourist path; going to the shops and fantastic restaurants, we felt like we were the only non-locals there, which made us feel like we were truly experiencing the local culture. Andrea, Sandra, and Lorenzo are very friendly and welcoming hosts who provided all the comforts and advice we needed for a relaxing stay. The instructions Andrea provided for arriving were very detailed and his recommendations for exploring the area were well considered. We really enjoyed chatting with them and hearing Andrea's beautiful piano playing drift into the patio as we sat outside. Our only regret is that we had to return home! We hope to return to this special place one day.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rolf N.

Wonderful Home - Great Host!
Enjoyed our stay in the hills of Florence. Wonderful, comfortable home, extremely attentive and helpful host. Kitchen well equipped. Recommend car, especially climbing up to the place during the late Spring/Summer heat. Can highly recommend overall.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura N.

A Very Good Choice - In The Hills Above Florence
My friends and I stayed here for 5 nights and could not have been happier with Andrea and the property. Andrea was very helpful in all aspects. The location is perfect for visiting Florence and the surrounding area. Andrea suggested we take the 15 minute train ride into the central Florence train station instead of driving our rental car, and it was a very good idea. We parked for free at the Caldine / Fiesole station and for 1.50 euros took the train directly into downtown Florence. The property is very secluded and quiet, the directions to the farm house very detailed. Just keep following them and you will eventually find the place. I wouldn't suggest trying to find it in the dark the first time though. There is a co-op in Caldine, maybe 5 minutes from the property where you can find all you need to make your own fabulous pasta dinners. The kitchen was well furnished, as was the rest of the house. The wifi was fast and always available.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Simply Stunning…
We rented all 3 apartments as we were a big party and it couldn’t have worked out better. Each apartment was spacious, well equipped and very clean with a lovely Tuscan feel about them. The large pool was extremely welcoming in the 38 degree heat and with stunning views of the Tuscan hills it was the perfect place to relax. The location was ideal as you’re situated in a beautiful rural setting but just a short drive or train ride into bustling Florence city centre. Above all, what astounded us most was the outstanding hospitality we received from Andrea, Sandra and Lorenzo. They went way beyond the call of duty and couldn’t have made us feel more welcome.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sandy s.

family idyll
Our family of 4, 2 adults and 2 teen girls, stayed at this property for 5 nights. It was wonderful! It was charming and rustic and felt like we were truly in the Tuscan countryside. However, the wonderful town of Fiesole and Florence were very close by and readily accessible. The apt. we stayed in was perfection. It was large and beautifully decorated with all the amenities one could want or need. What made this property, above and beyond all others we have stayed at, was the unbelievable helpfulness and kindness of the owners. When we need any help at all (and we needed a great deal since we were often lost and one night we even had a flat tire,) Lorenzo was available at all times with a kindness and cheerfulness that was unbelievable. We even joked that he was our "guardian angel." You cannot go wrong with this property and I only hope I have the opportunity to visit again in the future.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

Tuscan tuck away
Fabulous, fabulous!! The villa was a little tricky to find at first as we repeatedly pass the narrow road down to the villa. Neighbors in the area were very helpful in locating the property. Once there, we realized it was well worth the travel to get there. Beautiful, spacious, clean, peaceful. The owner and his family were super. Fiesole is a great point from which to start each day to the city or further locations. Car rental is a must.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful views from olive farm
We loved staying on this beautiful olive farm. Renovations have made this a truly first class place with comfortable beds and LOTS of space for the four of us. Andrea was the most charming and helpful host, always available and smiling but never intrusive. The 12 minute train ride from Caldine into Florence was an easy and relaxing way to get to the centre of Florence. Returning home to have a relaxing cold drink on our patio was an excellent way to end each tourist day and our dinners were often accompanied by beautiful piano music, drifting up as Andrea practiced below. The view of the countryside from the dining room table was so lovely that we rotated positions so that each of us got to enjoy it. The Caldine Co-op really did have everything we needed. There were few tourists in Caldine and our Italian was almost non-existent but everyone in town was happy to help us.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous location and accomodation!
My husband and daughter stayed at this location for a wonderful week this August. The accommodation was perfect for us - the rooms were clean, homely and fully equipped. Andrea was around to help us with all sorts of advice - including restaurant recommendations (yummy), train schedules, nearby grocery store, as well as help with operating the dishwasher, etc. The swimming pool provided an excellent way of cooling down after a day of touring; or as an alternative way of spending the day. I would recommend this accommodation to friends and family. A wonderful respite in the Tuscan olive groves....
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay - Warm reception
We stayed for a week at the end of our trip in Italy. Could have stayed longer to enjoy the region a bit more. Andrea and his family made this stay very special, try having your morning coffee on your private terrace with Strauss playing on the piano in the background watching the Tuscany landscape! The house is perfectly equipped and the attending bedroom in front is perfect for families with older children which will appreciate their very own separate apartment. Beautifully located a hop away from Florence, we also enjoyed the local countryside and cooking at home. The local grocery store (CO-OP) has everything you need. We highly recommend it and would return there without hesitation.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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Fattoria Il Leccio is amazing! and so are the hosts!
We stayed across from the Louvre, Turner's Richmond, and then the Vatican but none was as nice as the lovely and peaceful setting created by Andrea and his family. Fiesole is glorious and close to Florence but so special as the refuge it has been for two plus millenia. Andrea, an amazing painist, was always available but never intrusive. The special place in Fiesole should be an escape for musicians since the birds will sing as you arrive. Enjoy and buy some of the best virgin olive oil you will ever taste!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W., Boulder County Colorado

Fantastic Month at Il Leccio
My husband and I had the privilege of being able to spend a month at this beautiful home north of Florence. What made this place special, besides the spacious, well-equipped and elegant (5 room) apartment with a view over the olive tree groves to Fiesole and beyond, was our host Andrea. He is wonderful; charming and helpful. He went out of his way to install a phone line for us to use with our calling card. We took the 12-minute train ride into Florence rather than drive and hassle with parking as the station is just down the hill a 5-minute drive away. You are welcomed with a bottle of wine and supplied with organic olive oil to cook with. This is a peaceful, quiet place away with a comfortable bed in a room that overlooks the valley. I really enjoyed relaxing in the bathtub after a day of sightseeing. If you don't want or need to be in the center of Florence, this is the place to stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nicoletta D., Sparta Township

The perfect countryside getaway
We were pleasantly surprised at this authentic countryside home in the midst of a working olive farm. After a long international flight, two hectic days of touring in Rome, and a three hour ride north, we arrived too tired to go out for dinner. We were pleasantly greeted by our welcoming, English speaking host(s), and a thoughtful bottle of wine, along with some delicious pasta, which was much appreciated by us and our two children. Our gracious hosts made us feel like part of the family. The home was newly renovated with a lovely and clean bathroom. We also enjoyed cooking as a family in the fully equipped kitchen. It's a great location if you are looking for a private, authentic setting to come home to after sightseeing in the Tuscany region. We were even able to drive to Venice and back in one day. We would definitely return to this wonderful place!

About the host

Hosted by Andrea Passigli

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Lorenzo, a graduate in Agricultural Sciences, works in the Farm every day, experimenting innovative methods of organic farming, producing olive oil, various vegetables, fruits and saffron. Flavia, Arts Manager, cellist, passionate about music and theater, loves to take care of the development of the planning and communication of the Agriturismo. The mother Sandra, a graduate in Political Science, devotes her time to furnishing and designing the apartments. Andrea the father, concert pianist and former Conservatory teacher, divides his time between love for music and for the countryside. The quality of our guests' stay is our first motivation, offering a friendly welcome and attention to any of their needs to make them feel at home.

Why they chose this property

I inherited this property. The vacation rentals help subsidize our Agricultural firm 'Fattoria Il Leccio' that produces top quality organic olive oil and other natural products.

What makes this property unique

Peaceful country stay overlooking one of the most beautiful valleys in Tuscany and enjoying a refreshing swim in the pool after spending a morning or afternoon immeresed in the beauty of the Renaissance art that is found in Florence or other nearby towns like Siena, Pisa, Lucca and many more. As well as tasting one of the world’s top quality olive oils.

Languages:

English, French, Italian