Located in the beating heart of Tuscany, this majestic estate oozes history with its imposing castle tower, hunting trophies, antique furnishings and valuable artwork. Set on the peak of a hill and commanding spectacular views of the rolling Tuscan countryside with the towers of San Gimignano in the distance, Villa Palazzo, Florence Area, Tuscany is reached by a winding country road through the estate's vineyards and olive groves. Built in the 13th century and passed down through the ages by various noble families, Luciano was last renovated in 2004.
The main living areas on the ground floor open out onto gracious lawns and an shaded alfresco dining area. A separate building houses the games room with its upper floor, panoramic roof terrace. A fully restored and consecrated chapel make this an ideal location for weddings, christenings and other such events. The terraced gardens provide privacy and peace with the pool on a lower terrace, close to the house, but with inspiring views framed by lines of slender cypress trees.
The 4 bedrooms on the upper floor of the main house all offer views over the gardens and each has a private bathroom accessed across the main landing corridor. A 5th bedroom is located on the ground floor with bathroom. The master bedroom has exterior access and is located in the castle tower, with a private sitting room on the ground floor, bedroom with large fireplace and en-suite bathroom on the upper floor and then a rooftop terrace above.
With its library, Satellite TV, DVD, WiFi, games room, BBQ and extensive grounds, Palazzo is an ideal based for vacationing families with the cultural cities of Florence and Siena, iconic San Gimignano, and the food and wine haven of Chianti within easy reach.
The Weekly Rate Includes: Electricity and A/C up to 300 kWh/week, water and final cleaning; Daily housekeeping service - bedrooms only (between 9 am and 12 pm), Daily Continental breakfast (between 8 am and 11:30 pm).
Food, beverage and provisioning fee not included. Electricity over 300 kWh per week, Heating charges depending on usage, Additional housekeeping, Cook service, Babysitting service and Tourist tax are all at additional cost and to be paid locally in Euro. Please ask your villa specialist for quotes on these charges.
General information: Palazzo is 280m above sea level and is only 40km south west of Florence. It offers 640 sq. m of interior living space, and 10 hectares of grounds.
Getting there: Florence Airport 45 mins. Pisa Airport: 50 mins. Rome Airport: 3 hrs.
Main House:
Bedroom 1: Ground floor bedroom with a queen-size bed, AC and en-suite bathroom with bathtub/shower, vanity and wc. 2 guests maximum.
Bedroom 2: First floor bedroom with a queen-size bed (can be converted into two single beds), AC and en-suite bathroom with Jacuzzi bathtub, shower, vanity and wc. 2 guests maximum.
Bedroom 3: First floor bedroom with two single beds, AC and en-suite bathroom with bathtub, shower, vanity and wc. 2 guests maximum.
Bedroom 4: First floor bedroom with two single beds,A/C and en-suite bathroom with Jacuzzi tub, shower, vanity and wc. 2 guests maximum.
Bedroom 5: First floor master bedroom with a queen-size bed, fireplace, access to balcony and en-suite bathroom with Jacuzzi bathtub, shower, double vanity and wc. 2 guests maximum.
Medieval Tower with separate entrance:
Bedroom 6: First floor bedroom with a queen-size bed, AC and en-suite bathroom with shower, vanity and wc. 2 guests maximum.
- Air Conditioning - Bedrooms
- Alfresco Dining Area
- Bed and Bath Linens
- CD Player
- Children Welcome
- Coffee Maker
- Complimentary Continental Breakfast
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- DVD Player
- Espresso/Nespresso
- Fireplace
- Games Library
- Gated Property
- Heating
- Housekeeper-Prepared Breakfast
- Interior Bedrooms
- Iron
- Jacuzzi/Whirlpool
- Kettle
- Library
- Outdoor Grill
- Phone
- Secured Parking
- Short Walk to Village
- Tub
- TV - Flat-Screen
- TV - Satellite
- Voltage - 220
- Washer
- WiFi
- Gardener
- Housekeeper(s)
- Pool Person
- Property Manager on Call
- Outdoor
- Private
- Damage Deposit: €800
- Children Welcome (all ages)
- No Pets Allowed
- No Smoking
- All extra charges to be paid at end of stay in local currency.
- Breakfast included
- Provisions and groceries are not included
- Rates set in Euros. Prices in other currencies my fluctuate.
- Turnaround day: Saturday
- VAT taxes included in rates.
- Villa orientation
- Check In: Check-in window is usually 4pm to 7pm
- Check Out: check-out is by 10am. Client is advised to CALL the keyholder from the airport to give an ETA and set an appointment for check-in.
- Reservation deposit is 50%. Full balance is due 90 days prior to arrival.
- Cancellation Policy: All payments are nonrefundable.
- Tuscany Tourist tax €1 / person aged 12 and over / night
For example, a 5 bedroom villa that offers a 3 bedroom rate will be the exclusive use of the guest but two bedrooms and their en-suite bathrooms will be locked off. Capacity is capped at 2 guests per bedroom.
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For new bookings with travel dates during 2020 Season, the Property Manager is modifying the cancellation policy as follows :
~ If guests cancel the reservation more than 15 days prior to the arrival, 10% of the Gross Rental will be forfeited.
~ If guests cancel the reservation within 14 days of the arrival date, 100% of the Gross Rental will be forfeited
The Covid-19 Modified Cancellation Policy is applicable in the event that :
1. The Italian government refuses passengers’ entry based on their origin (whether by residence, recent travel to a particular destination, or based on flight origin).
2. A Foreign government issues a specific travel ban to or from Italy that prevents a guest from traveling.
3. A Level 3 CDC Warning against Italy must exist.
| SEASON | BEDROOMS | DAILY | WEEKLY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Sep 26 to Dec 26 September 26, 2020 - December 26, 2020 (7 night minimum) | 6 | $1,593.76 | $11,156.25 |
| 2020 Dec 26 to 2021 Jan 2 December 26, 2020 - January 2, 2021 (7 night minimum) | 6 | $1,841.10 | $12,887.70 |
| 2021 Jan 2 to May 1 January 2, 2021 - May 1, 2021 (7 night minimum) | 6 | $1,263.10 | $8,841.70 |
| 2021 May 1 to May 29 May 1, 2021 - May 29, 2021 (7 night minimum) | 6 | $1,456.91 | $10,198.30 |
| 2021 May 29 to Jun 26 May 29, 2021 - June 26, 2021 (7 night minimum) | 6 | $1,651.55 | $11,560.85 |
| 2021 Jun 26 to Aug 7 June 26, 2021 - August 7, 2021 (7 night minimum) | 6 | $1,845.34 | $12,917.45 |
| 2021 Aug 7 to Aug 28 August 7, 2021 - August 28, 2021 (7 night minimum) | 6 | $1,651.55 | $11,560.85 |
| 2021 Aug 28 to Sep 25 August 28, 2021 - September 25, 2021 (7 night minimum) | 6 | $1,456.91 | $10,198.30 |
| 2021 Sep 25 to 2022 Jan 8 September 25, 2021 - January 8, 2022 (7 night minimum) | 6 | $1,263.10 | $8,841.70 |
Note: The rates above are subject to 5% Tax/Service Charge.
Payments accepted in US Dollars, Euros, British Pound, Canadian Dollars, Swiss Franc, Fijian
Dollars, Thai Baht, Australian Dollars, New Zealand Dollars, Barbadian Dollars.
Major credit cards accepted in US Dollars.
Availability subject to change.