Vacation Rental Description
This beautifully restored and spacious Tuscan farmhouse close to Florence, has terracotta floors, original beams and traditional local furniture, and lies in 8 acres of wild flower-covered meadows. Enjoying spectacular views, the house is private and secluded. There are walnut, fig, apricot and cherry trees and a profusion of lavender, rosemary and thyme. The main house has 4 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms all with showers, 4 large living rooms including fully-fitted kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer, telephone and wi-fi Internet access. An additional double bedroom with ensuite shower is available at extra cost. Close to the house is a 12m x 6m swimming pool with shade provided by cherry and walnut trees. There is a magnificent covered dining terrace with spectacular views of the Sieve Valley. A portable barbecue is provided. The nearest village is Londa, 10 minutes by car. It has a variety of shops, bank, bar and two excellent restaurants. Florence is just 45 minutes hour by car or train from the local station. L'Olmo is situated in a secluded and elevated position, 600 meters above the village of Londa with spectacular panoramic views of a unique and undiscovered area of Tuscany known as the Mugello/Val di Sieve. The area is served by 4 major airports - Florence, Pisa, Bologna and Forli and is easily accessed from the A1 autostrada at Barberino di Mugello in the north and Incisa and Firenze Sud in the south.
Facilities
Cable Satellite
Cleaning Service
Cooking Utensils
Dishwasher
Dryer
DVD
Heating
Kitchen
Linen Service
Microwave
Amenity Parking
Private Pool
Refrigerator
Sterio
TV
Washer
We can advise on and arrange for you to enjoy a wide variety of amenities and activities/events to enhance your holiday. If you would like more information on any of these, please contact us via email or telephone.
Shopping
• First Night Survival Kit
When you arrive you will find the necessary grocery items for your first night/breakfast.
• Basic Groceries
We will stock the refridgerator and food cupboard with the basic items to get you started.
Cooking
• Evening Meal
We will provide a simple Tuscan meal with wines for your first night.
• Special Event
A local cook/chef will come to the house to prepare for you everything from a simple meal to a banquet for a special occasion.
Cleaning
• Maid service
We can arrange for extra cleaning to meet your requirements.
• Extra towels/bed linens
Activities
Biking
Boating
Playground
Cinema
Fishing
Horse Riding
Mountain Biking
Night Clubs
Restaurant
Sailing
Shopping
Tennis
Theater
Water Sports
Zoo/Wildlife
Tours
• Wineries of Chianti Rufina (including tasting)
We conduct full or half day tours with lunch.
• Sightseeng
• Shopping
• Walking
• Museums/Galleries
We can arrange guided tours with driver for all special interests.
Sports
• Golf more information
• Tennis
• Horseback riding/trekking
Information on where to find and how to book these activities is available
Calendar of Local Events
• Concerts
• Opera Festivals
• Exhibitions
We provide an up-to-date calendar of events locally, in Florence and throughout Tuscany
Lessons
• Cooking
• Pottery
• Landscape Painting
Daily/hourly lessons are available with local experts and artisans