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Exclusive Estate in Florence, Private Pool, 13 bedrooms

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Property grounds
Exterior detail
Pool
13 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

13 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 26

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
Frenze, Tuscany
  • Historic Centre of Florence
    14 min walk
  • Piazzale Michelangelo
    4 min drive
  • Basilica of Santa Croce
    5 min drive
  • Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    37 min drive

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About the area

Florence

With a stay at this villa in Florence (Oltrarno), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Historic Centre of Florence and Piazzale Michelangelo. .This family-friendly villa is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Ponte Vecchio and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Uffizi Gallery.

What's nearby

  • Historic Centre of Florence - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Piazzale Michelangelo - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Uffizi Gallery - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 6 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Florence Rovezzano Station - 6 min drive
  • Strozzi - Fallaci Tram Stop - 7 min drive
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bottega di Pasticceria - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Gelateria Il Sorriso - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪I Dolci di Massimo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Gelateria Caminia - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fitzcarraldo SRL - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Exclusive Estate in Florence, Private Pool, 13 bedrooms

Exclusive living in Private historical owner managed Estate in Florence, 3 km from Ponte Vecchio, swimmingpool, wifi, Private parking and a beautiful Italian Garden with mazes.

Feel at home living true Italian tradition

Being so close to the center of Florence, whilst being able to relax around the private swimmingpool settled among olive trees, makes our Property the ideal place to organise Family reunions, prestigious dinners for Birthdays and Anniversary celebrations, memorable weddings, Business meetings, conferences and team buildings !

Nestled among the green hills of the Tuscan countryside in an historic part of Florence, the Property dates back to the 14th century (with the Villa Antica being the oldest part) and is situated in the Paradiso degli Alberti (Heaven of the Alberti, family of Leon Battista Alberti renowned Florentine Architect) only 3 km from the Ponte Vecchio in Florence.

Enjoy the private swimming pool surrounded by olive and cypress trees, hearing the birdsong and the joyous ringing of the Badiuzza bells and seeing the squirrels and pheasants running around while being so close to the principal museums and architectural masterpieces of the amazing city of Florence...
during the winter months, relax by the beautiful fireplace, reading a book in the cosy atmosphere reminiscent of the bygone past...

The swimming pool area is furnished with lounges and sun loungers and has an outdoor kitchen with barbecue facility and a pizza oven. Romantic dinners or sunny breakfast can be enjoyed in the garden under the olive trees

The fascinating grounds and flower garden with old terracotta flower pots scattered around and some fruit trees are reserved for guests as part of the villa

The first floor of the Villa with its old Tower has been newly renovated with luxury finishes, travertine bathrooms and parquet flooring throughout and it can accommodate up to 14 people. There are 7 bedrooms (5 with own bathroom and 6 with king size beds) and 6 beautiful bathrooms (5 with shower and one with antique ceramic bathtub), two lounges with beautiful fireplaces (also in one of the bedrooms) and dining area, two kitchen areas and one sunny terrace for dining overlooking the gardens.
The bottom floor with the Red Banquet Lounge and the Chinese Room is reserved and can be rented on request for memorable dinners, weddings, business meetings (during your stay if you decide not to use it, it wont be used by external guests).

The Villa Antica can accommodate up to 10 people in 5 bedrooms (3 ensuite)
It has a country kitchen, fully fitted and well equipped, a dining room with beautiful volted ceiling and living room with ancient sandstone fireplace
Four bedrooms are on the top floor, one on the bottom floor.

The cottage Limonaia accommodates up to 3 people (one double bed, one sofa bed) and has its own kitchenette and bathroom (with shower and bathtub).

Feel and live the Tuscan history and tradition.

Parking, Wifi and fresh high quality towels and linen with welcome toiletries are provided as well as satellite tv with dvd player, and children games (monopoly, chess, trivial pursuit ...) and history and literature books.
Aircon is in every bedroom and there is three laundry rooms with washing machine /dryer

There is a big country kitchen on the garden floor of the main villa which is reserved for cooking courses/wine tasting and private chefs (see picture)

The bus stop is 50mt from entrance to property (please inquire about timetables, as the bus runs at different times). Tickets should be purchased at any Tabaccheria. Shops/restaurants from about 500 mt away. Bicycle can be rented outside the property (please enquire)

Cooking courses, catering, dinners can be arranged on request as well as stunning specialised and personalised tours of Tuscany up to the Cinque Terre.

Caretakers live on the property.

A “City Tax” of € 4.00 per person (over 12 years) per night for a maximum of 7 nights, to be brought in cash on arrival with passport copies. Rental contract to be signed and damage deposit required prior to arrival.

Please enquire re Pool Opening times

Wedding / Events :
- We require an event Fee (varying on amount of guests) from Euro 1980
- we can provide details of catering/wedding planners
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television with satellite programming provides entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a terrace and a garden.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Ginevra

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Sunloungers
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 13 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Printer
  • Desk

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Only in outside areas

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 60
Note from host: Event Fee required. Music allowed at certain tiime
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT048017c2kl7ng785

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

Property is also known as

Private Estate in Florence Sleep 28 Pool Wifi Parking Events

Exclusive Estate in Florence, Private Pool, 13 bedrooms Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience at Villa Merlo Nero
Our entire experience at Villa Merlo Nero was amazing! We simply cannot say enough wonderful things about the property, the staff, and the outside vendors that were recommended. We highly recommend utilizing Leonardo with Vakay Transportation for travel to and from the airport and also for day trips around Tuscany. In addition, Patrizia was an absolute joy to work with and the food she prepared was incredible. We highly recommend the Villa Merlo Nero to anyone looking for a location for their wedding.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Place to Stay in Florence - Book NOW
We spent over a week at the Villa in 2023 with 26 members of our family. The entire experience was 5 star. This stay is an incredible opportunity to experience Florence with the help of an amazing team at the Villa. Guiditta, the manager is an exceptional manager and person, her dedication to service and the guests is unmatched in my experience. She was absolutely fantastic and we are now lifetime friends with her. Everything about Villa is amazing, its history, the site, the garden, pool, courtyard, buildings, architecture, fixtures, food (WOW the food). The Villa is full service, and helped us with every single aspect of the week. From the Vakay at Tuscany team who spent each day touring us around Tuscany in style, to Amerigo the amazing chef who made us some of the best food we will ever eat, to the lovely Franchesca for flowers.The staff at the villa was friendly and efficient, the grounds are amazing and the houses really are something else. This is classic Florence setting, traditional and wonderful. Rosemary trees (yes that big) and Olive oil from the grounds, flowers. If you are getting married or going for a family trip to Tuscany, stay here, let them help you plan the trip, use the vendors they have known for years and let yourself experience true Tuscany and all of its warmth and beauty. This is really a 26 person 5 start review, I am just the lucky one who gets to write it and think about it all over again. Thank you Guiditta and the whole team.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen B., New York

Liked: Cleanliness
NY Goes To Florence Wedding Celebration!
Our weekend wedding celebration at Villa Merlo Nero was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with a warm welcome by Giuditta, who made our stay absolutely incredible. The rooms were clean and comfortable, pleasing all our guests. Giuditta impressed us with a delightful spread of food and drinks upon our arrival, a much-needed treat after a long journey. The villa served as an enchanting backdrop for our wedding reception. We started with a mesmerizing cocktail hour in the Italian maze garden, followed by a beautiful long table setup in the field next to the pool. The olive trees added a special touch to our cake presentation, and we danced the night away in front of the Italian garden and inside the elegant parol room. The following day, we enjoyed a fantastic pizza and pool party arranged with the help of Ginevra and Giuditta's recommended chef, Amerigo. The setup and food assortment were beyond our expectations, making us feel like true luxury throughout the entire weekend. The location in the outskirts of Florence is a dream come true. Whether you're planning a special celebration or seeking a delightful week away, I cannot recommend this villa enough. Our hearts are still filled with excitement, and we eagerly await the day we can return with our loved ones. Thank you Villa Merlo Nero for making our dream wedding come true!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning property and amazing service
The photos don't do this property justice - it's a real stunner. The whole place is full of antiques and it's a dream for beautiful photos in the Tuscan sunshine. The air conditioning in every room is a welcome bonus. The housekeeping and property management team can't do enough to help - make sure you tell them what you're doing, as they'll do everything to help you, from setting the table, clearing up, putting out mosquito candles and liaising with taxis for you. Their recommendations are excellent - we booked their recommended chefs for dinners and pizza parties and had a fantastic experience. Leonardo's tours are also well worth it. The location is amazing for the city. The road is a little noisy, as you'd expect being 10 minutes from the city centre. Bring earplugs if you like a lie-in! Overall we had a fantastic stay and hope to go back sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous property and gracious host!
We LOVED our stay and can't wait to return. Everything was PERFECT! The staff was so helpful and all the local referrals were perfect. We couldn't be more pleased and would absolutely recommend this beautiful, historic and well-loved villa for a memorable Italian visit!
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique Estate - Perfect Description. Outstanding, Beautiful, Comfortable, Hospitable
A few nights we had as many as 24 people staying overnight. Every person slept comfortably. First time I have stayed anywhere where someone was not satisfied with their bed. The cottage for the children, ages 7 through 15, was icing on the cake. They had their own space and the adults were able enjoy themselves without the concern of how the children were. We spent many nights, as late as 2:00AM at the pool. People at the property went out of their way to make all of us comfortable and were very accommodating. I highly recommend Villa Merlo Nero.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022