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| Villa Ulivi | |
| Tuscany-Firenze | |
| Villa Ulivi is a remarkably beautiful and luxurious fifteenth century Florentine Villa located few minutes away from Florence's historic city centre and from its main monuments, as well as from the shopping area, up towards the wonderful landscape of an ideal Tuscan hill. The imposing building, characterized by the Italian Villa tradition while incorporating the comforts available today, is set in a residential area that both overlooks and is extremely close to the town’s attractions. Access to downtown Florence is easily attainable by either a comfortable, scenic walk or a short bus ride down the famous Via Bolognese. Both options are simple to navigate for travellers of any age or experience level. Villa Ulivi also has partnerships with scooter and bicycle rental companies to meet all of their guests travel needs. The villa grounds are surrounded and beautified by magnificent vineyards and olive orchards, as well as an array of local flowers and blossoming trees. In spite of its central location, Villa Ulivi is immersed in a garden planted with fragrant roses and lavender, at the end of a shady horse-chestnuts' lane. Villa Ulivi offers travellers an authentic Tuscan experience and allows for a relaxing retreat from the "hustle and bustle" of the nearby city centre. "For centuries Florence has been celebrated for her villa clad hills. According to an old chronicler, the country houses were more splendid than those in town, and stood so close – set among their olive orchards and vine-yards that the traveller thought himself in Florence three leagues before reaching the city." Edith Wharton Guests are constantly amazed at how close Villa Ulivi is to the variety of tourism activities in downtown Florence, but, at the same time, how separated it is from the "hustle and bustle" of the busy city. Set in the hills overlooking the town, the Villa is everything visitors to Florence seek in their Tuscan adventure. As guests enter through the large stone gate and look down the private shady lane, they will realize that they are entering a new and exciting world. Pass through the main entrance and gaze up towards the beautiful, golden, eight meter ceilings. Admire the wooden balcony and dangling chandeliers. The ancient stone wine cellar, with three rooms with vaulted roofs and fifteenth century stone frames used for socializing and taste-testing, provides a place to escape and explore the collection of over 1,500 bottles. Stroll out to the back patio or enjoy a glass of Tuscan wine on the rooftop terrace. Both offer unimaginable views of the unspoilt hillside and city spread. Fernand Braudel described the Florentine landscape as, "The most touching countryside in the world." "You may go forth from the Riccardi Chapel and see the castle of Vincigliata towering on its cypress-clad hill precisely as Gozzoli depicted it in his fresco." Edith Wharton This grand Villa captures traditional Tuscan style and atmosphere with the benef |
| Type: Bed and Breakfast, Suites, Apartments (Daily and Weekly Rentals) | Restaurant: yes |
| Number of Units: 20 | Conference Facility: yes |
| Nearest City: Florence | Kids Allowed: yes |
| Phone: +39 055 400777 | Pets Allowed: yes |
| Price Range: 50 - 300 euros a night | Amenities: Garden, Solarium |
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