Golfing on site, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Ancient country villa with pool in the hills of Tuscany, surrounded by woods . Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
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9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11180 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Ancient country villa with pool in the hills of Tuscany, surrounded by woods
Ancient country villa with pool in the hills of Tuscany, surrounded by woods
The price from the VRBO platform is calculated correctly up to 6 guests with 3 bedrooms 3 bathrooms but if for 6 guests you want for example 4 bedrooms you will have to write 8 guests, if you want 5 bedrooms you will have to write 10 guests and the platform will calculate the price and of course the commission, the lower the number of rooms booked and the lower the commission to be paid to VRBO. You are always alone without someone else.
The villa is located in the heart of Tuscany, between Florence and Arezzo, in a splendid position with a panoramic view of the medieval castle of Poppi.
The villa dates back to the beginning of the 20th century, which has been lovingly restored and offers every comfort. It can accommodate up to ten people and has five bedrooms, four bathrooms, an independent kitchen and two living rooms on a living space of 180sqm. It is on two levels and has three entrances. On the ground floor there is a double bedroom with bathroom en suite with shower (disabled), a tearoom with a wood-burning stove, a sofa and a desk, a dining room with sofas, a satellite TV and a kitchen with a fireplace , Hoods, and refrigerator with freezer. On the upper floor there are two double bedrooms each with a bathroom en suite with shower and two double bedrooms with a shared bathroom with shower (the upper floor has direct access to the garden).
In the outdoor area is the private pool (5x11m) with indoor and outdoor lighting, shower and sunbathing (open during the intermediate and high season). The villa is very bright and is very quiet, surrounded by a centuries-old oak forest where you can find deer, fallow deer and deer or, depending on the season, mushrooms, blackberries or olives. This is why the villa is an ideal holiday destination where you can enjoy the peace surrounded by nature. There is a fantastic brick and roofed barbecue with lighting, barbecue, wood oven for pizzas, sink with drinking water, shelves, table and chairs so that you can enjoy the dishes outdoors and enjoy the splendid views of the enchanting Valle del Casentino.
The owners welcome their guests with their welcome specials and prepare homemade noodles with pudding for the guests once a week. The holiday home is completely fenced with a two meter high fence.
The villa is surrounded by nature and is just five minutes from the pilgrimage church of Camaldoli, the golf course, the center of Poppi (one of the most beautiful medieval towns in Italy) and the Foreste Casentinesi National Park.
The Adriatic coast is about 90 minutes' drive away, while the Tyrrhenian Sea is a two-hour drive. Bathing is also possible in the lake, which is 1.5 km from the center of Pratovecchio, or in the river Arno. Excursions can be made to the Zoo of Poppi, to the pilgrimage church of the Verna, the hermitage of Camaldoli and the National Park of Foreste Casentinesi. Florence is an autostate, Arezzo 40 minutes by car and Siena 90 minutes by car. From Arezzo you can reach Rome by express train in only one hour and 5 minutes, so even day trips are possible
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Massage
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the villa: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car available
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Wood stove
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
4 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: È consentito fumare
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the bay
Things to do
Golf
Optional golf privileges
Table tennis
Tennis
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Theme park nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Animali domestici ammessi
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Adatto ai bambini
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events Allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
È consentito fumare
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 11
Note from host: Events Allowed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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 IT051031B5LEH4OVRQ
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 required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Poppi, this villa is in a rural area and near theme parks. War Memorial and Poppi Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arno River and Foreste Casentinesi-Monte Falterona-Campigna National Park. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hunting. Visit our Poppi travel guide
Foreste Casentinesi-Monte Falterona-Campigna National Park
2 min drive - 2.5 km
Arno River
4 min drive - 4.3 km
Piazza Grande
60 min drive - 47.5 km
Monastery of Camaldoli
19 min drive - 11.4 km
Camaldoli Hermitage
23 min drive - 14.9 km
Getting around
Poppi Station
6 min drive
Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR)
102 min drive
Restaurants
Atlantic Oil
8 min drive
Rossobirra
6 min drive
I 4 Cantoni
13 min drive
Pizzeria Alaska
11 min drive
Bar La Torre
8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Ancient country villa with pool in the hills of Tuscany, surrounded by woods have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Ancient country villa with pool in the hills of Tuscany, surrounded by woods pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ancient country villa with pool in the hills of Tuscany, surrounded by woods ?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ancient country villa with pool in the hills of Tuscany, surrounded by woods ?
Check-out is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Ancient country villa with pool in the hills of Tuscany, surrounded by woods located?
This family-friendly Poppi villa is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Foreste Casentinesi-Monte Falterona-Campigna National Park, Arno River and Badia and Church of San Fedele. War Memorial and Church of Madonna del Morbo are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Ancient country villa with pool in the hills of Tuscany, surrounded by woods Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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The location of the villa was super! Perfect for a silent & calm stay! The pool gave a big fun & the grill area with a pizza oven! The house with five rooms was ideal for us (10 people), and we cold slept without air-condition quite good as well!
We spent a lovely two weeks in this beautiful house! Monica was super responsive to all our questions in the weeks before our trip and her fresh pasta was such a delicious treat!
The house itself is perfect for a family holiday, hidden in the woods but a short drive from Poppi and its restaurants. It has everything one needs and is very comfortable, the stunning views from the pool are an added bonus! We hope to come back soon!
Hat alles gepasst.
Gastgeber waren sehr freundlich und haben uns Essen gebracht!
Hier hat man seine Ruhe, das Haus ist recht abgeschieden und hat eine schöne Aussicht auf Poppi und das Castellion.
Sehr zu empfehlem für eine Reise mit Freunden oder Familie.
Monica made it all very easy to arrive, check in & really enjoy the week. Homemade pasta & sauce were lovely. The house easy to live in & the pool being so close made for a very relaxing stay. Thank you
Our group of 8 had a great time T this property. Everything we wanted was provided and extra (pasta on arrival and pizza dough) Monica was a brilliant host and the outside eating area/bbq/pizza oven is brilliant. The only downside was that we were not aware that electricity and gas were not included in the price of the reservation.
Matthew D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
Adolf B.
27 June 2018
Sehr schön, aber "abgewohnt"
Uns hat das Haus und Grundstück sehr gut gefallen, sind aber durch die vielen Mängel sehr enttäuscht. Der Spülmaschinenkorb war defekt, Ameisen waren in der Küche. Die Couch im Wohnzimmer war stark verbraucht, die Poolbeleuchtung ging auch nicht. Die Duschkabinen in beiden Bädern waren undicht, so dass wir jedes Mal
nach dem Duschen putzen mussten. Das sogenannte behinderte gerechte Bad ist keins, weil man mit dem Rollstuhl nicht in die Dusche und nach dem Türöffnen nicht zum Waschbecken kommt.
Der Wasserdruck in den Bädern ist sehr niedrig. Aussage der Mieterin: Bei guter Bewertung bekommt lhr hundert Euro zurück.
( Wir haben es nicht getan)
Fazit: Für diesen Preis kann man viel mehr erwarten, was wir eigentlich so gewohnt sind.
Adolf B.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
LEONARD0 M.
4 September 2017
Quiet silence and marvellous view.....
Fantastic.
LEONARD0 M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
TIZIANA C.
10 August 2017
Un giorno in pieno relax.
Di passaggio inToscana non abbiamo resistito al desiderio di ritornare nel Casentino, almeno per un giorno, ospiti della famiglia Mattoni, nella loro residenza immersa nel bosco "Villa Le Balze, comoda ed accogliente, curata nei dettagli e dotata di tutti i comfort. Abbiamo trascorso una magnifica giornata di sole in piscina in pieno relax, coccolati dalle apprezzate attenzioni della Signora Monica : ravioli rigorosamente fatti a mano ricotta e spinaci e ciambellone al nostro arrivo. Magnifica esperienza da consigliare.
TIZIANA C.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Archival
8/10 Good
Armgard M.
6 November 2016
Wunderbare Tage mit Outdoor Küche am Pool
We felt very welcome and well cared for - almost like visiting good friends or family. Monica is such a good host. The house and garden are well kept and completly private with nice views of the valley of Poppi. We were a party of 10 (2 kids) and there was sufficient space for everybody. It was a great treat to be able to cook and bake outside which allowed us wonderful evenings dining out just beside the pool. We can recommend the house to anynone who likes Tuscany and wants to explore the eastern part of this beautiful region - there is not too much tourism, even in high season. The medieval castle of Poppi - although not mentioned in most travelleres guides - is really worth visiting; so is the monastery in the woods about 15 km away from the house, where you can purchase for example jam, oil and herbal teas.
Armgard M.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Marc A.
16 September 2015
BELLISSIMO !
What a lovely place, a very hospitable owner and a beautiful surrounding.
We wanted with good friends to enjoy the Italian live and we really got what we wanted. Beautiful weather, a great house with a nice swimming pool, an outside fireplace/BBQ and pizza oven. Extra was that the owner surprised us with a home baked cake upon our arrival and offered us several times with home made pasta and pizza dough.
We will never forget this vacation and will srely come back to Villa Le Balze or any of the other homes that this owner has.
Mille grazie M
Marc A.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Dirk S.
28 July 2014
Perfekt!!!
Der Urlaub (2 Kinder, 8 Erwachsene) war perfekt! Das lag zum einen an der Ansprechpartnerin Monica (Vielen Dank für alles!) die im Vorfeld bereits alles organisierte, zum anderen an dem sehr schönen Haus! Dies liegt in einer sehr schönen ruhigen Gegend mit einem tollen Blick auf die Stadt Poppi. Monica hat noch einige sehr positive Überraschungen parat: Brötchenservice, Pizzateig ... Wer einen tollen unvergleichlichen Urlaub machen möchte, sollte diese Destination buchen! Wir kommen bestimmt wieder!
Dirk (+ friends)