Vineyard escape! Panoramic location within easy reach of Florence

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 490 sq m

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Parking available
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Barbecue grill

Explore the area

San Francesco, Toscana

Castello di Nipozzano
‪10 min walk‬
Valdisieve Hospital
‪10 min drive‬
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
‪28 min drive‬
Florence (FLR-Peretola)
‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

VILLA is a stylish country house for 2-4 people. It makes a great base for exploring Tuscany and Florence.
Comfortable and well-equipped, VILLA is furnished in a contemporary style that respects its fabulous rustic setting. It is equipped with air-conditioning on the upper level (the rental includes 7kWh/day cumulatively of consumption. Extra units are charged at €0.40c/ kWh).
The house has lots of outside space for its private use : there’s a convenient deck near the kitchen for sunny breakfasts and a panoramic garden terrace for meals at sunset.
You’ll find memorable countryside to explore on the doorstep. Nipozzano nearby, encapsulates the beauty and history of Tuscany. It mixes the timeless elegance of the Nipozzano Villa, (country retreat of the noble Frescobaldi family) with the rugged Castello dating back to the year 1000. We can book you a visit to taste their award winning wines.
The busy town of Pontassieve is nearby. Well equipped with supermarkets, banks and restaurants, it also has a regular train service to central Florence.
You can park your car free of charge in Pontassieve and catch a train to be in Florence in half an hour. It is very easy.
Siena, Pisa, San Gimignano, Chianti Classico, Lucca and all of Tuscany is within reach for day trips.

Property manager

Jane

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Languages

English, Italian

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

A car is necessary to stay here. Access is by a private farm road so there is no passing traffic (not reachable by bus or taxi.)

The road is loose stone. It is bumpy. Small rental cars (Panda, Fiat 500) pass without problem. Just ask if you want more information.

In the summer please use the air-conditioning judiciously and turn it off when not in the house.

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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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

Property Registration Number IT048032C2KID9VLCG

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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 GBP 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

Pelago

Located in Pelago, this villa 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 Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Historic Centre of Florence. Travelling with kids? Consider Villa Medicea di Lilliano - Malenchini, or check out an event or a game at Nelson Mandela Forum. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

San Francesco, Toscana

What's nearby

Castello di Nipozzano - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Valdisieve Hospital - 10 min drive - 6.2 km
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 28 min drive - 24.0 km
Uffizi Gallery - 28 min drive - 23.7 km
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 32 min drive - 27.9 km

Getting around

Pontassieve Station - 9 min drive
Peretola Airport (FLR) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cantuccio Del Buongustaio - ‬10 min drive
‪Enoteca Il Quartino - ‬6 min drive
‪Pizzeria Far West di Bechelli Piera - ‬10 min drive
‪Ristorante Il Girarrosto - ‬9 min drive
‪Bar Ruggini - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vineyard escape! Panoramic location within easy reach of Florence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vineyard escape! Panoramic location within easy reach of Florence?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vineyard escape! Panoramic location within easy reach of Florence?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vineyard escape! Panoramic location within easy reach of Florence located?

This family-friendly Pelago villa is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Castello di Nipozzano and Arno River. The Mall Luxury Outlet and Mulino a Vento - Fattoria Lavacchio are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Yefim K.

9 October 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disliked: Location

Heart of Tuscany

A bit remote from major Tuscany attractions.

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALAN H.

7 October 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As expected

This was an ideal location to visit Florence, Pisa, Siena, Luca et al - most of Tuscany. Train services to most of the above were easy, reasonably priced and efficient from this location - with free parking (who knew!!). We do recommend this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis I.

7 November 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

No

Great

Stayed 17 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

31 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage in perfect setting

We enjoyed nice holidays in that pittoresque environment in the middle of tuscany. Cottage was very clean and cozy, equipped with everything neccessary. The host Jane was extremely helpful and a nice person talking to.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

23 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place

If you are looking for fantastic place for accommodation for one two weeks or month it’s what u need. Fully equipped, clean and silent place, friendly hosts with best advices. Strongly recommend

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

11 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic site

Vineyard escape was everything we had hoped for. Both the villa and the views were unmatched in beauty and functionality.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

10 March 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property

Terrific hosts

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave T.

30 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven

Absolutely perfect in every way. The Villa was perfect, the view was perfect, and Jane was an exceptional host. We will definitely return!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas P.

26 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property and gracious hosts

There is not a thing I would change about our stay at this property. The property owners were more than helpful to make sure our time in Tuscany was a memorable one. The little touches were evident throughout our visit. And wonderful conversations with the owners.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

6 April 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Perfect hosts whose direction and suggestions made our trip to Tuscany so memorable. All the comforts of home and then some were available in this beautiful location.

Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

3 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Everything about the villa was outstanding! If we could have remained for a month (or more), we would have. We loved the peaceful and beautiful view of the countryside, and after long days being tourists, returning to “our” place was so relaxing. Jane and Giampiero are the perfect hosts, and we enjoyed chatting with them. We also loved our visits from Jasmine and Peggy. All in all, we would return in a heartbeat.

Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis I.

10 November 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a place!!

Excellent hosts and property!! Within an hours drive to every place we wished to visit. Only a 30 minute train ride to central Florence. Weather was great and the fall color was something we do not experience in north Florida.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

26 March 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Villa in Tuscany

Spectacular property with views of the vineyards and olive groves in the Tuscan countryside. Property owners were very welcoming and helpful with recommendations. Property was well equipped and comfortable. Wonderful location for exploring Tuscany!

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

16 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Best

The property was beautiful in the photos but, even better in person! The views, breathtaking. The hosts were the icing on the cake! Thank you to Jane and her wonderful husband. You two are the best!

Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc v., 's-Hertogenbosch

2 August 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Prachtig

Wat a beautiful location, it is like a postcard. We had a warm welkom from Jane. She and Jean-Pierro are very friendly pleasant people. Just like the friendly dog and cat. The house is just beautiful and has the comfort of 2 levels with 2 bathrooms. We enjoyed the several garden seating areas. The views are breathtaking and well worth the challenge of the road that leads tho this beautiful home. We highly recommend it.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marissa S., Manitou Springs, USA

18 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Tuscan Getaway!

Jane is such an amazing and thoughtful host. She provided a robust guide to us as well as very clear directions so the house was easy to find. She and her family are incredibly friendly, always willing to answer questions and provide suggestions. The property is absolutely gorgeous with plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy views of rolling vineyards and Tuscan countryside. There are hiking trails around the property, including a trail leading to the Castle up the hill. Pontassieve is the nearest town, it is very charming and a nice escape from the madness of Florence. Look out for Peggy the cat and Jasmine the smiling dog!

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

23 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

OUR ITALIAN VILLA

It was a fabulous visit to Florence and Tuscany! Jane and Gianpiero are excellent hosts. They provided suggestions of local areas to visit, did some early food shopping for us, assisted in making dinner reservations at wonderful restaurants and located a local cook who came to the villa and made incredible Tuscan meals on two occasions. I cannot say enough about the villa, a 15th century fortress with twenty first century accommodations and fabulous views of the Tuscan countryside--which only made our afternoon cocktail hour more enjoyable. The villa is 25 minutes from Florence by train; and is a perfect starting point to enjoy the Tuscan region by car.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marina V.

29 May 2022

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Beautiful villa, beautiful views , excellent hosts!

This villa was like something out of an Italian movie. The breathtaking views and the gorgeous property was fantastic. The town gives you easy access to Florence by train or car. There is also a variety of restaurants locally as well. The main grocery store was modern , clean and well stocked. we did some cooking at home and eating on the upper and lower patio was delightful. We traveled all through Tuscany and used this villa as home base. we could have noT asked for a better experience. thank you Jane and John Peter for your kindness, insights and loan of your beautiful villa! We plan to come back again and again!

Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Denise B.

30 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Not a place to stay and eat dinner out in Florence

Difficult to find, directions not good. Difficult to stay and eat dinner out and find your way back. Left three days early no refund for days not stayed. At time of booking we’re not told we had to stay a week and tried to change reservation and we’re no allowed to change it. A week is too long. No way was it a 15 minute walk to the castle.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

judi p.

24 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming with Gorgeous Views - Do it!

This was a “friends trip” our first together and it was just perfect. We came for the “experience “ and we got our money’s worth. The scenic photos paled in comparison to the reality of the views. The villa is pretty and quaint old world charm. Jane the owner, was very responsive and even coordinated a wine tasting at the castle (do this!), a personal cook and stocked the fridge (do this too). Be sure to ask to arrange for things you might want ready for you when you arrive (paper products, napkins, etc). She’ll gladly answer any questions. Jane was on holiday during our stay and her friend Martyn and his wife took care of us beyond belief. Including saying up after midnight to guide us in by flashlight - not kidding. Long story he can share. Martyn and his wife shared their area knowledge and hooked us up with a charming restaurant in Rufina - we were the only non-locals…just what we wanted. Pontassieve train station is nearby we drove there and we took train in to Florence. We also shopped at co-op which we easily navigated. We’re still talking about the experience weeks later. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

16 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Tuscany Base

Villa di Sopra is a very nicely converted old stone building in a beautiful, tranquil setting, set within the wonderful vineyards and rolling hillsides of Tuscany. A perfect location to recharge your batteries and enjoy a glass of local wine as the sun goes down, but equally a great base to explore all the fascinating sights and cities within reasonable driving distance. We took a train to Florence, an easy 30 mins from the local station, and drove to Siena, Vinci, Arezzo, Assisi and Cortona, luckily arriving in Cortona on one of their festival days. There are lovely walks in the countryside straight from the Villa, and during our stay in June plenty of wild flowers out in bloom. Check forecasts though in case thunder is expected. We got caught out and arrived back looking like drowned rats! The hosts Jane and Giampiero are lovely and welcoming, providing expert and helpful advice on what to see and where to eat, or just having a natter about their wonderful home. Will we go back?….I think you know the answer 😊

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B., Toronto, Ontario

20 February 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly the most perfect, relaxing, magical stay at Borgo di Sopra!

I cannot say enough good things about Borgo di Sopra and our wonderful hosts, Jane and Giampiero! From the moment we arrived (much later in the day than planned due to travel delays), Jane and Giampiero did everything to make sure our stay was perfect. From a toasty fire lit in the hearth to a pantry stocked with a few requested groceries, they were so incredibly kind and ensured we had everything we needed throughout our month-long stay. Perfectly situated just a short drive to the local train station, Florence is a quick trip away and Pontessieve has everything you need for your vacation. The kitchen is well appointed and perfect for cooking anything you can think of, the beds and furniture are cozy and comfortable, and the view is unparalleled. Jane’s book of recommendations is full of great tips for exploring and making the most of your time in Tuscany (definitely take her advice and book a wine tasting at Castello Nipozzano! The wine is amazing and the snacks are more like a delicious meal, perfect for lunch!). I can’t imagine staying anywhere else in Tuscany and we can’t wait to go back! This review could be 1000 words long and I still don’t think I’d be able to convey how much we loved our stay at Borgo di Sopra! Thank you thank you thank you Jane and Giampiero!

Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

24 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

If I tell you about this property, it will be harder for me to book it... it's perfect!

We stayed 7 nights on this lovely property and fully intend to stay here again. Jane is a marvel. She's extraordinarily communicative on WhatsApp and helpful in arranging reservations. Her restaurant recommendations, both in the countryside and in Florence were A+++. Jane stocked our fridge before we arrived and helped with any random questions we had during our stay. The property itself is immaculate and lovely. There are other properties associated with this rental so you will see other people, but it's set up in such a way that you really have privacy in the unit. Your view of the vineyards and Pontassieve in the distance are completely private. We enjoyed quiet, romantic dinners outside, took our coffee in the morning in complete silence, set laundry to dry, etc. Do not be concerned about the proximity of other renters... you won't notice them. It was just the two of us, and we found the downstairs bedroom to be naturally cooler without running the A/C, so we chose to sleep there. If you're traveling with a larger party the upstairs bedroom has A/C. The fact we had two full bathrooms made my wife very happy. The kitchen/dining room is enormous and fully stocked. We had no problem shopping in Pontassieve and cooking meals. What about the location--what's to say? It's perfect. We drove all over Tuscany and looked forward to "coming home" every night. It's a quick train to Florence. We even shot up to Venice for once night with ease. 10/10!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thorsten M.

25 July 2024

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Traumhaft

So schön entspannend Wir haben 2 wunderbar erholsame Wochen in dem Ferienhaus verbracht, das Teil eines vierteiligen zusammenhängenden Gebäudeensembles ist, in dem auch die Vermieter - Jane und Giampiero - mit ihrem Hund und ihrer Katze leben und dadurch bei Problemen und Fragen erreichbar sind. Das Haus selbst besteht aus 2 Etagen mit je einem Bad und einem Schlafzimmer. Die Betten verfügen über gute Matratzen und eine durchgehende Decke in der Laken/Oberdecken-Variante. Leider gibt es keine Insektennetze in den Fenstern, so dass man nachts nicht die Fenster öffnen sollte. Im oberen Geschoss findet man eine gut ausgestattete Wohnküche, in der unteren Etage ein Wohnzimmer mit Kamin. Die Räume sind sehr gepflegt und geschmackvoll, aber auch praktikabel eingerichtet, alles ist wirklich picobello sauber. Nach der 1. Woche wurde uns zudem von Jane ein Wechsel der Handtücher und der Bettwäsche angeboten. Wir haben Jane und ihren Mann als sehr freundliche, warmherzige, humorvolle, entgegenkommende und aufgeschlossene Menschen kennengelernt, die sehr um das Wohl ihrer Gäste bemüht sind, ohne auch nur annähernd aufdringlich zu sein. Ihre beiden tierischen Mitbewohnerinnen haben uns ebenfalls mit ihren Ideen ver- und bezaubert und beglückt. Wir möchten uns nochmals ganz herzlich für unseren durchweg gelungenen Urlaub bedanken, selten sind wir so rundum glücklich und erholt aus dem Urlaub zurückgekommen! Sobald wir wieder in die Toskana fahren, werden wir sehr gerne wiederkommen.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

david b.

12 December 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection!

Jane and her husband are such wonderful caring people. You could not get better information anywhere. We will be back. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. We now have a home in Tuscany!

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jane

I live at Borgo di Sopra with my family. I am English and my husband is Italian with a lifetime's knowledge of Tuscany.
We have been welcoming guests since 2008 and are Premium Partners of VRBO.
Times have changed but we have always worked to make our guests feel at home here. Nowadays that means a particular attention to health safety,
I personally oversee the housekeeping, with attentive cleaning in the 48 hour window between every rental. We use professionally laundered linens.
We are happy to share our local knowledge with you and help you get the most out of your stay in this part of Italy.

Why they chose this property

The location is all. We have fabulous south-facing views across a vineyard that is cared for like a garden. The light changes constantly and at the end of the day, the view is always gorgeous.
Although you feel miles from anywhere there is in fact a really efficient, busy town just 6 minutes away. Pontassieve has a great supermarket, restaurants and shops. It is not at all touristy.
There is a excellent train service into central Florence too. You can even just go in for the morning and return for lunch!

What makes this property unique

Gorgeous, peaceful location on prestigious Chianti Rufina wine estate.
Elegantly fitted, well-equipped house.
You feel a million miles from Florence, and yet it is only half an hour away.
Great commuter train service from the nearby town of Pontassieve.
Wine tastings at the Castello di Nipozzano within walking distance.

Languages:

English, Italian

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