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Villa le Piazzole is the 'residence' of Villa Montartino, located just 150 metres away from the holiday apartments at Villa le Piazzole. The accommodation is in elegant suites / holiday apartments - the villa has been renovated with expert skill, and restored to its original splendour.

Villa le Piazzole overlooks the small square formed by the junction of Via Suor Maria Celeste and Via San Matteo in Acetri. This is one of Florence's historic houses, mentioned in noted publications down the centuries. The area is quite famous - Arcetri's Observatory is located here, as is Il Gioiello villa, where Galileo Galilei lived and worked for more than fifteen years. He lived his last years here close to the convent where his daughter Maria Celeste was a nun. Her memory now recalled by the street which leads to Montartino.

Historical documents, and the coat-of-arms discovered during the restoration, reveal that the villa was the country seat of the Acciaoli, an ancient Florentine family, responsible for the building of the Certosa di Galluzzo monastery, visible from the property.

The two roads which meet here, leading from Poggio Imperiale and from the Pian dei Giullari, are recommended as splendid country/hillside walks in many important guidebooks. These narrow roads, unwinding between stone walls covered in vegetation, are almost completely free of traffic, and guest staying at the villa enjoy a rural tranquility while being just a few minutes from the city centre.

The ring of hills which separates Villa le Piazzole from the city also provides protection from the effects of the city traffic, with obvious benefits in terms of purity of the air. Leading off from a small square is the entrance to the car park, isolated from the roads, and surrounded by olive trees. An eighteenth-century gate gives access to the garden, from where an arched loggia leads to the entrance door of the residence.

This ancient and prestigious complex comprises the owners' residence and the 4 apartments : Artinio, Boccaccio, Acciaiolo, Del Riccio.

On the ground floor are the two apartments Boccaccio and Artino, while apartments Del Riccio and Acciaiolo are located on the first floor. The name of the first flat is inspired by the scene sculpted on the architrave of the fireplace, while the others are named after the various owners of the property over the centuries. All apartments sleep two people, remember.

ARTINIO - 36 M²

This is a spacious studio apartment, with a frescoed ceiling lit by picture windows overlooking the Italian garden. Divided into day and night areas by a bookcase, the apartment has a particularly nice kitchen along one wall, and is equipped with built-in wardrobes and a spacious bathroom with shower.

BOCCACCIO - 68M²

This is a very grand apartment, with frescoed walls and a painted ceiling. The precious carving of the white limestone fireplace lends style to the sitting room, while the date of 1536 on the ceiling gives an idea of the timeless grandeur of the flat. The walls are lined with bookcases and the screened-off corner kitchen functions as a partition between the entrance and the rest of the flat. A sofa-bed, armchairs, dining table and other stuff complete the furnishing, along with precious carpets. A large French window illuminates the interior, offering a view of the characteristic, sun-drenched courtyard. Double bedroom. The washroom has been transformed into a functional modern bathroom, completely respecting the original architectural features.

ACCIAIOLO - 72M²

Another large two-roomed flat, this one has a slightly more modern feel, with lower ceilings, but an equally stylish interior. The corner kitchen here occupies its own separate area. The flat has views over the grounds and is particularly bright and airy. The sitting-room has tiled floors, persian throws, sofa-bed and armchairs, while the dining area has a large antique dining table which can seat many guests. The double bedroom, as well as being unusually spacious, is particularly peaceful and quiet.

DEL RICCIO - 68M²

Located on the first floor with access via the original staircase, this roomy apartment is made up of a spacious, well lit sitting-room and bedroom, with the numerous windows offering charming views of the hills. The bathroom also has two windows, looking out in different directions - without in any way compromising the guests' privacy. Furnished with period pieces and antiques. Spacious double bedroom.

All of the apartments are equipped with television, air conditioning, central heating, and kitchen (sink, electric hob, microwave, fridge, extractor hood, cutlery, crockery and cooking utensils).

In the adjoining building there have been created 10 new apartments, finely restored and furnished. Guests will enjoy the spacious and equipped outdoor area where reception is located, and a beautiful heated swimming pool (15 by 6 metres, 1.5m deep and open beginning April - end October) is surrounded by pleasant greenery with gazebo. A 150 metre stroll through an olive grove leads to the charming Villa Montartino, where guests of Villa Le Piazzole may enjoy dinners in the enchanting little restaurant.

There is a self-service laundry room and, on request, breakfast service can be offered. Each apartment has a kitchen area with a microwave oven, electric heating plates, sink, refrigerator and cooking utensils. There are satellite TV, air conditioning, a safe and a telephone. Approximate driving time to airports: Pisa - 75 min, Bologna - 90 min, Florence - 35 min.

Villa Limonaia (sleeps 2+2)

A small independent villa, detached from the main building and with a private garden, offering complete privacy and independence. The large living room has an open fireplace, and there is a traditional kitchen area. The bedroom has large windows opening onto the garden and the bathroom is equipped with a bathtub.

Apartment Tinaia (sleeps 2+2)

Situated on the ground floor, this is a large and bright apartment, elegantly furnished in wrought iron and with antique furniture. An arch dating from 1774 and a stone shelf dating from 1634 have been retained, together with the original ceiling. The flat faces onto an exclusive and characteristic courtyard decorated with splendid roses. The apartment is equipped with a functional kitchen, a modern bathroom with shower, and a foldaway bed guarantees plenty of space for the increased comfort of the clients.

Apartment Solatio (sleeps 2+2)

The flat is situated on the first floor and the three huge arched windows illuminate this large single-room apartment, offering enchanting views of the whole valley. The apartment is quoted in 15th century records as "a large loggia open for parties" because of its enchanting views and its large size. The bed is situated under a characteristic canopy of wrought iron with brocade curtains that separate it from the rest of the living room. There is a divan-bed, a kitchen area and the functional bathroom is equipped with a shower.

Apartment Prato (sleeps2+2)

Characteristic two-roomed apartment on the first floor, with a living room and separate raised bedroom. It is entered through a large archway embellished with embroidered curtains.
The living room has a large divan-bed and is enriched by a large 'mandorlata' window with an enchanting view of the Bellosguardo hills.The bathroom is equipped with a bathtub.

Apartment Corte (sleeps2+2)

This is a large two-roomed apartment situated on the first floor. The living room has a divan-bed and a kitchen. The large bedroom is enriched with the original ceiling, characteristic tile flooring and a wall with "scratched" plaster, as was the custom in the 15th century. The ample bathroom is equipped with a bathtub. The windows face onto a courtyard and the antique Italian garden of the main villa.

Belvedere Apartment (sleeps2+2)

It is a three-room apartment spread over two floors. There are an ample living room with a divan-bed, a spacious kitchen with beautiful views and a functional bathroom with a shower cabin. The bedroom - with a mullioned window - is entered via characteristic stairs and overlooks the splendid Ema valley .

Apartment Sala (sleeps2+2)

A large single-room apartment with a separate kitchen that has been created out of a huge antique chimney breast. The bed has been enclosed in a large canopy with embroidered curtains for greater privacy of the clients. The original tile flooring and the great wooden beams enrich the ambience, as do the large windows with views over the main Villa and the olive groves.

Apartment Carraia (sleeps2+2)

It is a delightful two-roomed apartment situated on the ground floor. The spacious living room is enriched with a large arched glass partition, facing onto a farmyard in red Florentine tiles with a large pergola, all for the exclusive use of the clients. The bed has been placed in an alcove formed by the projection of an antique brick arch. The ample bathroom is equipped with a shower.

Apartment Stella (sleeps 2+2)

This lovely two-roomed apartment on the ground floor consists of a large living room with a divan-bed, a kitchen separated from the living room by an antique glass partition, a double bedroom with French windows and a bathroom with shower.The window opens onto a private area offering terrific views over the surrounding hills, olive groves and Villa Montartino.

Apartment Frantoio (sleeps 2+2)

This apartment maintains the original name of the place where the olives from the hill were crushed to collect the precious olive oil. As witness to this, the paved floor has been laid with the original stones used to crush the olives. The bed is situated underneath a spacious canopy that separates it from the rest of the apartment for complete privacy. The kitchen has a large window that opens onto a terrace for the exclusive use of the clients. The modern bathroom is equipped with a bathtub.

Via Curtatone e Montanara 14, 50053 Empoli, Florence, Italy