Tuscany

Villa Verdiana
Located near Chianti.   Sleeps 18 guests.   9 bedrooms and 9 baths

La Verdiana is a spacious country estate recently restored combining both traditional Tuscan charm and modern amenities. Located only 45 minutes from Florence and Siena in the renowned Chianti wine region, La Verdiana is nestled in rolling countryside, vineyards, and olive trees. The estate can accommodate up to 18 guests—a main villa, a cottage, and an annex.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Main Villa
Ground Floor: 1 queen and 1 king bedroom, each with en suite bathroom with tub with shower. First Floor: 1 king with en suite bathroom with tub with shower. 1 queen and 2 twin bedrooms, each with en suite bathroom with shower.

Cottage
First Floor: 1 guest bathroom. 1 queen and 1 twin bedroom, each with en suite bathrooms with shower.

Annex: 1 king bedroom with en suite bathroom with shower.

Living Spaces
Main Villa
Ground Floor: Spacious living room with fireplace, TV room, bright dining room, professional kitchen with access to the large veranda for outdoor dining.

Cottage
First Floor: Living room with fireplace, eat-in kitchen with dining table.

Outside Features
Swimming pool with salt-filtering system (6 x 15 meters) with lounging area and umbrellas; outdoor loggia with unforgettable views (with access to the kitchen).

Amenities
A/C in 6 rooms, plasma satellite TV with English-speaking channels, DVD, CD player, Wi-Fi Internet access, laptop and printer, telephone, fax, professional, enclosed gym, turkish bath, BBQ, 4 mountain bikes, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, juicer, washer and dryer.

Special Characteristics
La Verdiana's central location in the Chianti region is perfect for wine and cultural explorers alike, with easy access to the historic cities of Florence and Siena. The villa offers complete comfort and style with its polished, traditional country elegance, spacious bedrooms, modern bathrooms, and sprawling views. The staff resides in a separate annex on the estate about 50m distance from the main villa. There is an unpaved dirt road to the villa, about 1.4 kilometers, in which a SUV is recommended but not necessary. The acclaimed golf course, Golf dell' Ugolino, is only 11 miles away.

Villa Rental Rates
Villa Verdiana rents from €10,000 - €18,143 per week. Contact us directly for a quote and for information about special offers.

Average Distances by Car
Lucca - 1 hour
Siena - 30 minutes
Florence - 40 minutes
Rome - 2 hours and 15 minutes

  • Electricity, water, A/C, and final cleaning included
  • Heating not included (availiable Nov 1-April 30): €375 per week
  • Daily breakfast included
  • Villa dinners or lunch: €30 per hour for up to 8 people; €45 per hour for more than 8 people—includes shopping, cooking, cleaning (minimum of 4 hours). Does not include the cost of food
  • Staff service for dinner: €15 per hour
  • Daily housekeeping included 7 days per week, 5 hours per day
  • Additional housekeeping: €15 per hour
  • Change of linens mid-week
  • Additional linen and towel changes: €38 per room
  • Babysitting service, on request: €15 per hour
  • Internet access included
  • Telephone charges extra
  • Laundry and ironing charges extra (staff use only): €15 per hour
  • Gardener and pool maintenance service included
  • Security deposit: €2,000 due upon arrival in cash or traveler's checks

What To Do
Surrounded by hills, Florence rises on the banks of the Arno River. One of the greatest art centers of Italy, Florence is home to the Accademia, where you can view Michelangelo's "David," as well as the Uffizi gallery, arguably the most important art gallery in the world.

Tour the cathedral with its pink, white and green marble façade and marvel at its remarkable Duomo by Brunelleschi and the gold Paradise door of the Baptistery. Continue to the Piazza della Signoria, the political heart of Florence since the 1300s. Then stroll by the charming jewelry shops of Ponte Vecchio. There is nothing like enjoying a morning coffee and truffle panini at the celebrated Procacci bar before setting out for a serious morning of shopping on Via Tournabuoni. Take a day to scour the Gucci, Armani and Yves Saint Laurent outlets in the outskirts of the city.

For those wishing to explore some of Tuscany's other treasures, one of the best ways to see the region is by automobile. The small fortress cities are within easy driving distance of one another, and each offers its own special appeal, from the picturesque medieval cities of San Gimignano and Volterra to Pisa with its Leaning Tower and Lucca with its impressive Renaissance walls. Visit seaside resorts like Viareggio, Elba, and Forte de Marmi. Do not forget other worthwhile Chianti sights such as the wine villages of Castellina, Radda and Volpaia.

Siena is also not to be missed. Siena is a beautifully preserved medieval city, constructed of checkerboard brick, and crowned by its Duomo. It was the seat of the Ghibellines who often crossed swords with the Florentine Guelfs during the 13th century. Other highlights of Siena include the beautiful Piazza del Campo where on July 2nd and August 16th of each year the famous Palio takes place.

Recommendations
Restaurants

Trattoria Cibreino Next door from the more famous Cibreo – this lively trattoria features most of the dishes as the Cibreo (at lower prices).

Teatro del Sale Trendy place where the meals are buffet style – the large tables are shared by all.

Boccadama Located in the trendy Piazza Santa Croce. Drink wine by the glass with classic Tuscan crostini, bruschetta and salads as well as hot dishes.

Coquinarius Conveniently located nearby the Duomo it is perfect for lunch. Good choice of pasta, salads and wine – Not to be missed are the pear and cheese ravioli. Delicious!

Enoteca Pinchiorri An exclusive restaurant. Elegant atmosphere and elegant menu. Wine list for connoisseurs. Considered the best restaurant in Florence.

Cantinetta Antinori Owned by the noble family and wine producers Antinori – Enjoy fine dining in the wine bar located in their 15th-century palazzo.  Most ingredients come fresh from the Antinori farms, as does all the fine wine.

Becco Fino For nouvelle great Tuscan food; sophisticated, hip atmosphere with Conran-style furnishings.

Procacci Via Tornabuoni Ideal for a snack or a light lunch—fabulous sandwiches with truffles to be paired with Italian Prosecco!

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