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240 sqm Luxurious apartment, spectacular views of Florence, garden, swimmingpool

240 sqm Luxurious apartment, spectacular views of Florence, garden, swimmingpool

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Overview of 240 sqm Luxurious apartment, spectacular views of Florence, garden, swimmingpool

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Bagno a Ripoli, Tuscany
  • Popular LocationCathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore10 min drive
  • Popular LocationUffizi Gallery10 min drive
  • Popular LocationPiazzale Michelangelo11 min drive
  • AirportFlorence (FLR-Peretola)34 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bidet · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

240 sqm Luxurious apartment, spectacular views of Florence, garden, swimmingpool

Beautiful apartment on the “piano nobile” of Villa Schneiderf, built 14th/18th century is situated on a hill that surround Florence on the southern side toward Chianti 8 Km from the Ponte Vecchio.

The apartment is a family home rather than a holiday let, full of contemporary art's works and consists of a luminous 90 sqm living , dining, and kitchen area with a spiral staircase that takes you to a mezzanine double bedroom and small bathroom. This living space has very high painted ceilings and enjoys breathtaking views of Florence.

The main sleeping quarters are made up of two rooms, the first being a spacious 50 sqm through bedroom with decorated ceiling and beautiful views, leading to a second bedroom with a double bed and a small mezzanine on which there is a single bed.
The bathroom area consists of 2 bathrooms separated by a shower and a large double Jacuzzi

A monumental staircase from the main living room takes you down to the private garden and swimming pool at the front of the villa


Description of the property:
This beautiful apartment on the “piano nobile” of Villa Schneiderf, built between the14th and 18th century is situated on one of the hills to the south of Florence towards the Chianti wine and olive growing area,7 Kms from the Ponte Vecchio.

The apartment is a family home, rather than a holiday let, both the house and garden are full of modern and contemporary works of art as the owner is an artist and collector. The apartment comprises three very spacious rooms, the first room the luminous 90 sqm living room, dining room, and kitchen area, has very high painted ceilings, a large fire place with a comfortable and cosy sitting area and and enjoys breathtaking views of Florence, a spiral staircase takes you to a mezzanine double bedroom and small bathroom.

The main sleeping quarters are made up of two rooms, the first being a spacious 50 sqm room with vaulted, decorated ceilings, a divan bed and living area, above which is a mezzanine bedroom. This room leads to the bathroom area which consists of 2 bathrooms separated by the shower and with a large double Jacuzzi. The third room has a large double bed above which is a mezzanine with some single beds, from this 3rd room one also enters the bathroom area.

A monumental staircase from the main living room takes you down to the private garden at the front of the villa where guests can watch the glorious sunsets over Florence while eating alfresco.

Amenities: hot/stove, oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, iron/ironing board,cd player, TV, internet ADSL access.

Outdoors:Table and chairs, sunbeds, barbecue area with pizza oven & pingpong table,with a prefabricated swimming pool. From the garden one may accesses the park of the villa . In the 18th century Baron Schneiderf restored the villa in the actual neoclassic style and being an illuminist he created a park for acclimatizing the exotic plants of the day to the Italian climate (cedar, african acacia, taxus, palms.)
This quirky family home offers a haven of peace and tranquility. There are three spacious areas; the main 90 sq.m. Living room is open-plan: living/dining and kitchen area . this room was originally a music room, with 7mt high frescoed ceiling and ablaze with light from its large windows ,boasting sunsets and views of the Duomo .and the florentine 'skyline',a spiral staircase leads to a magical bedroom on a mezzanine above the kitchen, where you will find a double bed , shower and a bathroom in an old cupboard!.
The Second area we call the Blue room which is a 50sqmt through room with a decorated ceiling and a cloud light ,stairs lead to a mezzanine on which there is a double bedroom and below which is an art installation of a 'house within a house' used as a study room or with an extra bed especially for kids. From the Blue room you have acess to the double bathroom with shower and also the North room.
The North room has a double bed and stairs leading to a mezzanine on which are two single beds, from this North room you acess the bathroom with jacuzzi.
.A monumental staircase from the main living room takes you down to the private garden at the front of the villa where guests can watch the glorious sunsets over Florence while eating alfresco. Garden lovers will find many interesting ,unusual plants and lots of work to get on with if they fancy !
Amenities: stove, oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, iron/ironing board, TV, internet access, hairdryer, washing -machine

Outdoors:Table and chairs, sunbeds, BBQ area with pizza oven & pingpong table. Private swimming pool. From the garden one may access the neoclassical style park, restored in the 18th century by Baron Schneiderf; for acclimatizing exotic plants to the Italian climate (cedar, african acacia, taxus, palms) and our vegetable patch.

Property manager

Owner Riccardo Biondi

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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
Please have respect to an ancient envoirement, also attention to modern utilities, if it's possible leave the property like you find at your arrival

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock

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 information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Bagno a Ripoli

Located in Bagno a Ripoli, this villa is in a rural area and near theme parks. Historic Center - Downtown and Villa Gamberaia are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Via Vincenzo Gioberti and Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio. Traveling with kids? Consider Villa Medicea di Lilliano - Malenchini, or check out an event or a game at Nelson Mandela Forum. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

What's nearby

  • Historic Center - Downtown - 9 min drive
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 10 min drive
  • Piazza del Duomo - 10 min drive
  • Uffizi Gallery - 10 min drive
  • Piazzale Michelangelo - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Florence Rovezzano Station - 6 min drive
  • Strozzi - Fallaci Tram Stop - 12 min drive
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ristorante Pizzeria Casamatta - 7 min drive
  • Bar Mario - 3 min drive
  • Otel Varietè - 6 min drive
  • Sorgane - 5 min drive
  • Twist Martini Cafè - 6 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ursula M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very private accomodation with perfect view on historic florence
We had wonderful days in this inspiring old Villa with a beautiful garden overlooking Florence. It is a good place to relax after an exhausing day in the city and it even has a small pool to cool down on a hot day. The house is full of books artworks and personal items, which we really enjoyed. The odds are: its a 20 Min drive to the city center (you definitely need a car) and there is no aircondition. Contact with the owner is very easy, we also got personal advice on restaurants and sights.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karolin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein Traum!
Es ist alles noch viel schöner, als auf den Fotos und so wunderbar, dass einem die Worte fehlen.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eliza M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning city views from large private garden
Spacious eclectic apartment felt more like a private house with a large garden to explore and pool. Quiet peaceful location only 20 min drive to Florence city, with a fabulous restaurant only metres away. Great base to explore all of Tuscany.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ulf D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aussergewöhnlich schönes Ambiente
Aussergewöhnluch schönes Ambiente und sehr nette Gastgeber. Für Kunstfreunde ein besonderer Genuss. Dazu ein großartiger Blick über Florenz.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beautiful beautiful
This villa is absolutely stunning and I would highly recommend to anyone considering staying here. The building itself was magnificent, and was filled with charming decor (statues, paintings, sculptures). There were 6 of us staying here and was plenty of space, although we did have to share one shower. The views were magnificent overlooking Florence and it was a lovely place to sit, read, drink wine and relax. If you want to go in to visit Florence I would recommend hiring a car as the buses were unreliable, but Riccardo offered us lifts on multiple occasions which was far above and beyond what I was expecting. The hosts were extremely helpful and very kind. Would definitely stay here again!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Owner Riccardo Biondi

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I made engeneering for many years, now I'm retired and I'm doing art (have a look, please, to my web site www.riccardobiondi.net
At my home there are many art's works of several artists

Why they chose this property

I live here from 1979, I bougth the property for art's studio and personal home

What makes this property unique

The home is really charming, the center of the building is a tower made in the 13th century, like "casa da Signori" of that time, after enlarged in the renaissance and completely renouved like country Villa in the 17/18th century by the Schneiderf family, noble people caming in Florence a that time with Granduca di Lorena.
I bougth a part of this big Villa at the beginning of '80, really impressed for the charming atmosphere, the stunning vue of Florence.
At the time all the building is been completely renouved
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