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Augusta


Description


Welcome to Augusta, a wonderful 6-bedroom villa located outside Florence in Italy.

This beautiful home, boasting some of the most spectacular views of rolling hills and golf fields, will be a base for you and your guests from which you can explore all that Tuscany has to offer. From charming nearby villages to lovely restaurants, you and your guests will be spoilt for choice.

Nestled on a high hill overlooking the scenic Tuscan landscape, this incredible 16th-century patrician mansion exudes class and elegance at first sight. The villa spans over 1200sqm of living space and its central location are convenient to explore the major areas of Florence, Chianti, Siena, and Lucca.

In its past, the villa has been the dwelling of many illustrious guests, among them Paolina Bonaparte, sister of Napoleon and the Grand Duchess of Tuscany. The villa belongs to one of the most prominent aristocratic Italian families, and you will feel like a true royal for the duration of your stay at Augusta.

All rooms of the villa are impeccably decorated with luxurious furnishing and finish housing a remarkable art collection. The building retains its original architectural structure with its floors, vaulted ceilings, fireplaces, and staircases.

The villa features opulent heirloom pieces such as oil paintings and antiques, Venetian glass chandeliers, murals, rich tapestry, and Persian rugs, all creating a sense of history that the guests will enjoy in every room. This unique property is an ideal place for those looking for classic Italian luxury.

Ground floor:
There is a large formal dining room on the ground floor that comfortably seats up to 20 guests. This space is perfect for your entire group to gather and enjoy delicious Italian cuisine together. There is also a smaller dining room for more intimate meals. The ground floor also includes a guest bathroom and a large gourmet eat-in kitchen.

First floor:
The first floor is home to a very expansive formal living room with a fireplace and piano, a smaller living room, a TV room with a fireplace, a reading room with a private library containing an antique collection of books, an enjoyable billiard room, and private chapel. If you wish to relax in peace and solitude, you can do so here.

Outside you will find some wonderful spaces and areas to relax with your guests. There is an impeccable manicured Italian garden, and nestled in it is the impressive private pool, with its sundeck and a gazebo, perfect for alfresco lunches. The grounds of Augusta also house several shaded areas for relaxing in style and tranquillity. The villa’s strategic position over the undulating hills offers a magnificent one-of-a-kind view over the vineyards, olive groves, fields, and forests of the Tuscan countryside.

When not lounging around the private pool, you can visit Florence or you may go to the hip beach resort of Forte dei Marmi, both 30 minutes by car. Other options are playing golf at an 18-hole Golf course, horseback riding, or playing tennis at nearby facilities.

Exceptional Villas’ wonderful and dedicated concierge service will be on hand from the minute you have booked your luxury vacation to assist with all details small and large to ensure an exceptional trip to Italy. Reservations, excursions, and activities can all be taken care of by the concierge team to ensure all details of your vacation are managed seamlessly.

BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS:
Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: Master king bedroom, with en-suite bathroom with shower
Bedroom 2: Master king bedroom, with en-suite bathroom with tub

First Floor:
Bedrooms 3 and 4: Two large king bedrooms with antique poster beds, each with an en-suite bathroom, one with shower and one with shower and tub. There is also a terrace overlooking the park and the whole valley.
Bedrooms 5 and 6: Two smaller twin bedrooms each with an en-suite bathroom with a shower – ideally suited to teenagers.

All bedrooms have A/C; all the bathrooms are provided with hairdryers

FEATURES AND AMENITIES:
• A/C in bedrooms
• Private pool (18m x 7m)
• Small kitchen for pool snacks
• Flat screen satellite TV
• CD/DVD player
• iPod sound dock
• Billiard room
• Fax machine
• PC station with DSL
• Wi-Fi internet connection
• Table tennis
• Pool house with a shower room
• Covered parking up to four cars

INCLUDED WITH RATE:
• Water and final cleaning
• Housekeeping service up to 4 hours per day
• Midweek change of linens (Wed)
• Daily breakfast service – food and beverages extra
• Kitchen staff included for daily breakfast service and 1 more meal per day (either lunch or dinner) – the cost of ingredients not included
• Daily pool towel change
• Daily pool cleaning and garden maintenance
• Computer at disposal of the guests, connected with ADSL line
• Unlimited Wi-Fi internet access
• Apple TV with 230 movies, Netflix

NOT INCLUDED/EXTRA, ON REQUEST, TO BE PAID LOCALLY, in CASH:
• Heating in low season: €250/day
• Additional staff hours, available on request
• Waiter for table service €40/h
• Telephone and fax charged on usage
• Food shopping service: € 25/h runner plus cost of food and beverages

NOTES:
• Mandatory electricity consumption fee: €500/week to be paid locally
• Security deposit: €5,000/week to be paid with balance and refunded to the client up to 7 days after departure from the villa
• Food Allowance: € 1,000 to be paid locally, in cash, upon arrival
• Late check-in fee – after 8:00 pm €50/hour
• Kitchen use by villa personnel only
• No-smoking villa (permitted only in the garden)
• Pets allowed for a fee of €50 /PD/animal
• The staff lives on the premises in separate quarters on the ground floor, guests’ privacy is guaranteed
• Check-in: between 3:00 pm–8:00 pm; Check-out: before/by 10:00 am
• All extra services must be paid locally, prior to departure, unless otherwise arranged

LOCATION:
Florence is a must-visit destination for a discerning traveler. Famous for its art and architecture, this magnificent city is also great for a first-time traveler to Italy as it will give you a well-rounded experience offering wonderful food, spectacular art, architecture, and interesting history. Explore the beautiful city center or venture further into the countryside and witness the marvelous rolling hills of Tuscany studded with charming medieval villages. Beautiful views and a charming culture await you in Tuscany.

The most famous area to explore is the Chianti region, a blessed land that covers a rather large wine-producing region of Tuscany, reaching from Florence to Siena, and all the way out to Pisa. Chianti's must-see sights are the wine villages of Castellina, Radda, and Gaiole. Along the road visit the Badia di Coltibuono and/or Castello di Brolio and do not forget to pick up some wine to enjoy at the villa.


Location


Italy
Nearest airport Florence Airport
46.6 km
Nearest beach Spiaggia della Lecciona 61.9 km

Amenities


  • Bedroom(s): 6 ( Sleeps 12 )
    4 King, 2 Twin
  • Bathroom(s): 6
    1 Baths, 5 Showers, 6 Wash basins, 6 Toilets
  • General facilities: Panoramic Views, Parking, Terrace, Wifi
  • Indoor facilities: All Bedrooms En Suite, Coffee Maker, Dishwasher, DVD Player, Freezer, Luxury Finishes, Microwave, Pool Table, Table Tennis, TV, Washing Machine
  • Outdoor facilities: Mountain View, Parking, Restaurants nearby, Sun Loungers, Swimming pool, Table Tennis
  • Services: Breakfast included, Concierge Service, Daily maid service, Food & Beverage Cost not included, Gardener, Linen provided, Maid service, Towels provided
  • Access: Secure parking, Stairs

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- Nightly rate Weekly Min. Stay Change-over
Rate summary € 3,457 - € 3,693 € 24,200 - € 25,850 7 Nights -
08-Jan-2024 - 24-May-2024 € 3,457 € 24,200 7 Nights -
25-May-2024 - 27-Sep-2024 € 3,693 € 25,850 7 Nights -
28-Sep-2024 - 20-Dec-2024 € 3,457 € 24,200 7 Nights -
21-Dec-2024 - 05-Jan-2025 € 3,693 € 25,850 7 Nights -

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    • Type: Villa
    • Sleeps: 12
    • Bedroom(s): 6
    • Bathroom(s): 6
    • Board: Self Catering
    • Long term rentals: No
    • Pets: No
    • Children: Yes, great for kids
    • Wheelchair: No
    • Eldery or infirm: Not suitable