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9.8

Exceptional

6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 14340 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Check-in time

3:30 PM

Check-out time

10:30 AM

Explore the area

Pistoia, Tuscany

Sanctuary of the Madonna of Valdibrana18 min drive
Pistoia Zoo20 min drive
Corno alle Scale54 min drive
Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)75 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Our group of ten friends had a wonderful week here. Many thanks to Davide for his insights and information on the area. ...

Melaney J.

Sep 23, 2023

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 4

Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Toilet 1

Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

An Old Bishop's House, Now a Charming Holiday Villa for 10/14 Guests in a Mosquito Free Area between Florence and Lucca

'Villa Le Panche' was built in 1718 as a summer retreat for the Bishop of Pistoia. It has been recently refurbished and it is now a very comfortable mansion with wide common areas such as two living rooms, one of which with pool table and sofa bed, a fully equipped kitchen, large indoor and outdoor dining areas and a wellness room with a 4 place sauna and a 7 place hydro massage.
The villa can accommodate up to 14 guests in 5 double bedrooms ensuite, a twin bedroom with bunk beds and a supplementary king size sofa bed in the mansard lounge near the pool table.
Outside the Villa, our guests can enjoy the heated swimming pool, relax in a 2000sq.m private garden with apple and maple trees and walk along the shady banks of the Reno River.
'Villa Le Panche' is in fact located in a mosquito-free lush valley, at a distance of just 15 minutes from downtown Pistoia and 40 minutes by car from Florence and Lucca. Our area is also close to Abetone, a famous Tuscan winter resort with some 80 km of ski slopes.
For those who are interested in visiting Tuscany's art cities or the beaches of Versilia, Pistoia stands in a central position and is very well connected via highway and railway with all potential destinations.

Property manager

Mr. Davide Ferrari

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking is permitted in all OUTDOOR areas

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

Property Registration Number 047014CAV0003

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pistoia

Located in Pistoia, this villa is in a rural area and on a river. SMI Shelters Museum and Suspension Bridge of San Marcello Pistoiese are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Corno Alle Scale Regional Park and Villa Celle. Consider Manzoni Theater for a night out or Pistoiese Mountains Astronomical Observatory if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Pistoia, Tuscany

What's nearby

Sanctuary of the Madonna of Valdibrana - 18 min drive
Collegigliato Piscina Villa Cappugi - 19 min drive
Hidron Pistoia - 20 min drive
Pistoia Zoo - 20 min drive
Corno alle Scale - 54 min drive

Getting around

Pistoia Pracchia Station - 4 min drive
Peretola Airport (FLR) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bar Margherita - ‬5 min drive
‪Il Signorino - ‬17 min drive
‪Pelliccia - ‬6 min drive
‪BarBacco - ‬7 min drive
‪Le Pizze di Leo - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does An Old Bishop's House, Now a Charming Holiday Villa for 10/14 Guests in a Mosquito Free Area between Florence and Lucca have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is An Old Bishop's House, Now a Charming Holiday Villa for 10/14 Guests in a Mosquito Free Area between Florence and Lucca pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at An Old Bishop's House, Now a Charming Holiday Villa for 10/14 Guests in a Mosquito Free Area between Florence and Lucca?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at An Old Bishop's House, Now a Charming Holiday Villa for 10/14 Guests in a Mosquito Free Area between Florence and Lucca?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is An Old Bishop's House, Now a Charming Holiday Villa for 10/14 Guests in a Mosquito Free Area between Florence and Lucca located?

This family-friendly Pistoia villa is located on the riverfront, 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from SMI Shelters Museum, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Pistoiese Mountains Astronomical Observatory and Suspension Bridge of San Marcello Pistoiese. Ospedale del Ceppo and Museum of Pistoia Underground are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.8

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Elena D.

29 Apr 2024

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Great vacation with family at this beautiful villa.

We had a wonderful stay at the villa. Davide and his father Nedo were great hosts and were readily available to help with any small issues and with great information about the area and activities. The villa is very inviting, lovely and spacious and had everything we needed. The location is great with lovely views and close to amenities and the train station in Pistoia. Highly recommend this property. Thank you Davide.

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melaney J., Grove City, OH USA

23 Sept 2023

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Great property!

Our group of ten friends had a wonderful week here. Many thanks to Davide for his insights and information on the area. Highly recommend. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dagmar K.

12 Sept 2023

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Familienferien

Wir waren mit unserer großen Familie vor Ort, 9 Erwachsene, zwei Kleinkinder und drei Hunde (schon das war bei vielen Vermietern ein Hindernis). Davide und sein Vater sind sehr aufmerksame Vermieter mit viel Verständnis und immer da, wenn man sie braucht. Das Haus ist fantastisch, es hat viel Platz und ist toll ausgestattet mit allem, was man braucht. Einziger Wermutstropfen ist die Lage: die nahe Tankstelle hat eine Waschanlage, die oft einen unangenehmen Piepston von sich gibt. Pistoia liegt etwa 20 min entfernt, der kurvenreiche Weg war nicht so angenehm. Wir hatten dennoch eine traumhafte Woche in einem absolut einzigartigem Haus!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gareth B.

4 Sept 2023

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Very enjoyable week

My family and friends, 9 adults, had a really great week at the Old Bishop's House. Our host Davide could not have been more welcoming and helpful. From recommending places to visit, eat, drink, shop, down to even arranging for a home meal to be cooked by a chef called Claudia, which was a fantastic evening. All in all we had a really great holiday supported by a brilliant host!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B., Cosby, Leicestershire, England

31 Aug 2023

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Villa Le Panche - August 2023

The property more than met our expectations. It is comfortable and everything we needed was present. The outside space is spacious, secure and safe for a family with young children. The property is historically interesting and has been renovated to preserve its features whilst providing accommodation meeting our requirements. Davide spent time with us on arrival to guide us round the accommodation explaining important details. He also provided us with considerable local information with recommendations on places to visit. There are many local information leaflets in the property. The local climate avoids the need for air con at night. The family enjoyed the pool which has a powered cover to keep the heat in at night but keeps debris out. Davide and his father regularly visit to maintain the pool. Location is good for exploring the area. Pistoia is about 20 minutes away with excellent train services that we used to visit Florence and Pisa. We also visited Vinci and Lucca and toured the locality by car. The local supermarket in Campo Tezzoro is only a few minutes away and is large enough to provide most provisions backed up with a local butcher in Pontepetri. In conclusion we all very much enjoyed our stay at villa Le Panche.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne W.

11 Aug 2023

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Wonderful House and Owners

We had such a great holiday - Davide and his Dad were excellent hosts, so helpful with local knowledge and suggestions which really made a difference [tios on car parks to use/ roads which made a journey more interesting /supermarkets etc] The house itself was perfect for us as a large family group of 7 adults and 4 children - the pool was perfect and the hot tub, gym equipment, sauna, table tennis and kids play area were the icing on the cake! as previously mentioned in reviews the first staircase is original stone and as such needed concentration but me [hip replacement] and my husband [ankle replacement] managed fine. The ensuite bathrooms are excellent and we had no issues with water pressure etc no matter how many people were showering at the same time! The kitchen is well equipped with a fantastic fridge freezer with water and ice "on tap" - hob and oven were great too. The house location up in the hills means that a car is essential - we visited Florence, Lucca, Pistoia zoo, Prato - all lovely visits! I would highly recommend Villa le Planche!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

DA RE N.

6 July 2023

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Esperienza

Fantastica

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

saffron b.

11 June 2023

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Fabulous stay!

Our stay at the Bishop's House was incredible! We were a group of nine and the house had lots of space for us to be together and apart. The central location was amazing. We did day trips to Lucca, Pisa and Pistoia; all with in easy reach. However the best feature of the rental was Davide. We have stayed in many VRBO's and have never had a host as exceptional as Davide. He was super helpful and quick to respond. There aren't enough stars for Davide and the Bishop's House!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam J.

6 June 2023

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Superb Villa in the hills

We had a fantastic week at this villa. Everything was exactly as in the photos and description. Davide and his father Nedo were great hosts and on hand to fix any minor issues as well as offer advice about things to do in the local area. This villa has everything you need to relax and enjoy time with the family. Great base to visit the main towns of Tuscany, although as it is up in the hills, you need to allow time to drive most places (about 25 mins to Pistoia). There are some small local shops and supermarket a few mins drive away. For those with accessibility needs, please note that there are 3 double bedrooms (plus the bunkbed room) on the first floor. These are up 1 flight of stairs which are the original in the property, so a bit steep and uneven. The older members of our group with more limited mobility managed them fine though - just take care. There are a further 2 double bedrooms on the top floor (plus the pool table with sofa bed in an open area) - stairs are new and much easier from here.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eva M.

27 May 2023

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Excellent stay

A perfect house to spend a holiday with family and friends. We where 13 persons from 6 months to 63 years, inspite of that we didn’t disturb each other and could really find an own space when you wanted it. Nice surroundings for bicycling, hiking, nice villages to explore. The host was very serviceminded and helped out in all strange questions asap! We all loved it!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

16 Apr 2023

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Easter break with the whole family

A fantastic base for our whole family to enjoy the easter break spacious and comfortable for all. Beautiful countryside setting and close to a number of villages with shops bars and restaurants. Davide is a grate host and takes time to explain things in detail to get the most from your stay. Recommended

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Doris D.

4 Sept 2022

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Familienurlaub

Haus, Garten, Pool für unsere Familie gerade richtig. Von Vorteil, dass jedes Zimmer ein eigenes Bad und WC hat. Küche genügend. Leider nur durch eine längere Fahrt auf einer kurvigen Bergstraße zu erreichen. Zum Erholen und Entspannen sehr gut geeignet. Fahrten nach Pistoia, Florenz, Pisa und an den Strand etwaswas mühsam.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ammon P.

26 Aug 2022

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Fantastic week with family at the Villa La Panche

We were a group of 14 (3 siblings with partners and adult/teen children) staying for a week at the Villa La Panche. Not only were the house, pool, and grounds fantastic, but it was the perfect base for us to visit Pisa, Lucca, Florence, and Cinque Terre. Out host Davide made us feel most welcome and was very kind and helpful with tips on where to go, what to see, and how to best to get there. He was very knowledgeable about the local area and some of our favourite activities were things he recommended, like the zip lines at Canyon Park and the winery tour at Tenuta di Capezzana. The house has historic character, but is clean and well maintained with all the modern appliances and conveniences you'd expect. Hot days out sight seeing or by the pool turned into evenings which were refreshingly cool. There is some noise from the nearby road, but it never bothered us and it means the house has very good access. The property is surrounded by tree-covered hills and there are many walking paths if you're interested in getting out and exploring. The nearby villages are small and quaint, but have the necessary facilities and you're not far from even more dramatic mountain scenery. We all had a wonderful time at Villa La Panche and we would not hesitate to come and stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian J.

13 Aug 2022

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Tout est super.

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour ; Les chambres sont confortables et la maison est très bien équipée ; les enfants ont bien profité de la piscine.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Stefanie V.

7 Aug 2022

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Alles voor een leuke vakantie met vrienden of familie.

Mooi en groot huis. Proper en verzorgd. Groot zwembad. Goede gastheer die altijd klaar staat om vragen te beantwoorden. Zowel voor vertrek als bij aankomst. Huis voorzien van alle benodigdheden. Bedden konden beter.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Claude Alain C., Chamoson

6 Aug 2022

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Les propriétaires sont très sympathique

Semaine en famille top

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bas P.

7 May 2022

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Great!

We’ve stayed with our family (11 persons) here for a week. Davide and his father are very very helpful and gave our holiday the extra touch to make it even better. Thanks and we’ll definitely come back to this villa again

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Thomas H.

23 Apr 2022

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Schönes Haus, gute Ausstattung, liegt etwas außerhalb.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

florence J.

9 Nov 2021

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superbe séjour en toscane

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour. La villa est très agréable, conforme à la description. Nous nous sommes vite sentis comme chez nous! Nous avons été très bien accueillis par Davide et son papa. Merci!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jaromir B.

21 Aug 2021

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Wonderful Villa & great hosts

Stayed at les Planches Villa for a week with 14 friends. The villa is great for indoor and outdoor holidays and is located in a beautiful area. The host was very helpful and kind. Would highly recommend this place!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

EIAD A., PARIS FRANCE

7 Aug 2021

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Excellent séjour

Nous avons passé une très belle semaine, malgré un temps mitigé, la maison est parfaitement bien équipée, les hôtes étaient d’une gentillesse extrême et David nous a donné pleins de bons conseils. Nous nous y retournerons sans hésitation

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sergio V.

9 Sept 2020

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Relax

Quest anno ho dedicato una sola settimana alle vacanze per esigenze lavorative in questa villa immersa nella pace e nel silenzio con Davide e suo Papà che ci hanno accolti nella loro struttura con la passione di chi ama vedere l ospite contento. Grazie di tutto ci rivediamo presto !!!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

17 Aug 2020

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Tutto splendido

La casa è molto confortevole, la cucina dispone di tutto l’occorrente e molto di più (dalla macchina per il caffè al tostapane, c’è davvero tutto). Camere pulite, spaziose e confortevoli. L’esterno è curato e ordinato. La piscina di grandi dimensioni è perfetta sia per gli adulti sia per i bambini. I proprietari sono disponibilissimi e molto presenti. Durante i primi giorni li abbiamo chiamati per capire bene come utilizzare televisore e idromassaggio e sono arrivati nell’arco di pochissimo tempo. A fianco alla villa si trova un comodo ristorante che offre sia piatti della cucina tradizionale sia pizza. La villa si trova a circa 700 mt di altezza di conseguenza consiglio di portare una felpa per la sera. Sicuramente consiglio questa soluzione per chiunque voglia trascorrere una settimana di Evasione e relax in contatto con la Natura.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gavina M.

1 Jan 2020

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Natale in famiglia

Bella villa sulle colline Pistoiese. Location ideale per trascorrere una vacanza con amici o in famiglia. Cucina attrezzata, ampi spazi comuni e camere confortevoli. Apprezzatissima l'ampia vasca idromassaggio e la sauna ed i ragazzi hanno sfruttato anche gli attrezzi per i loro allenamenti di fitness. Ricorderemo con piacere il nostro soggiorno.

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

8 Oct 2019

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Complete villa met de nodige gastvrijheid

We hebben een uitstekende tijd gehad in de villa met de familie. Villa was voorzien van alle gemakken en Davide was een zeer vriendelijke en behulpzame gastheer. Aangezien we in het najaar zitten, was de temperatuur in de heuvels waar de villa zich bevindt wat frisser dan beneden in de steden. Zomers een aangename verwelkoming, in het voorjaar en najaar zorgt dit ervoor dat er wat minder lang buiten gezeten kan worden in de avond.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by Mr. Davide Ferrari

I am the manager of “GMG Holidays”, a small family business operating with its self-catering properties near the town of Pistoia, a few dozen minutes away from other important art cities like Florence, Lucca and Pisa as well as from the beaches of Versilia.
What we aim at offer you is the chance to spend a relaxing holiday in the nature of a green valley set between the town of Pistoia and the Tuscan Apennine Mountains. This is a well known and loved winter holiday destination, famous for the ski slopes of Abetone, but also an enchanting holiday spot between spring and autumn, thanks to its pretty paths and silent ancient forests.
Our properties are charming historic buildings which have been recently renovated and fully equipped to meet the needs of increasingly demanding tourists. In fact, my father and I are both passionate travellers and this helps us to empathize with the potential demands of our guests. We are truly committed to your satisfaction and looking forward to welcoming you to one of our properties! We will do our best to make you feel at home!