Villa in San Casciano Val Pesa
10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 6 baths
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Property Summary
La Novellina is a luxury villa set on a 30-hectare organic estate in the heart of the Chianti hills near Fiano, Italy. Originally an 11th-century watchtower along the historic Via Francigena, this distinguished property has been fully restored to combine authentic Tuscan charm with modern comfort. The villa features 5 bedrooms and accommodates up to 10 guests, offering panoramic views and complete privacy throughout its elegant interiors. You will enjoy access to a private swimming pool surrounded by the peaceful countryside. The estate provides reliable internet wifi connectivity to keep you connected during your stay. Ample parking is available on the property grounds. The villa is set within beautifully maintained grounds that include a spacious yard encompassing organic olive groves, vegetable gardens, fruit orchards, and medicinal herbs. This exceptional residence serves as an ideal base for families or groups seeking to explore Tuscany's most iconic destinations while experiencing the tranquility of authentic rural Italian living.
Outdoors
You will find the outdoor spaces at La Novellina designed to immerse you in the natural beauty of the Chianti landscape. The private swimming pool provides a refreshing retreat with sweeping views across the rolling hills and valleys that define this celebrated wine region. The surrounding yard extends across 30 hectares of certified organic farmland, featuring 2,000 olive trees that produce estate olive oil, along with productive vegetable gardens and fruit orchards that supply seasonal produce throughout the year. You can explore the medicinal herb gardens and discover the estate's saffron cultivation, a historic Tuscan specialty that has been grown locally since the Middle Ages. The outdoor areas offer numerous spaces for relaxation and al fresco dining, where you can enjoy the panoramic vistas and experience the sustainable, low-impact tourism philosophy that guides the estate's agricultural practices.
Other Information
The estate operates as a fully certified organic farm, emphasizing sustainable agricultural methods and environmental stewardship. You will have the opportunity to experience zero-meter food through access to seasonal farm produce grown directly on the property. The saffron production represents a continuation of medieval Tuscan agricultural traditions, highlighting the estate's commitment to preserving regional heritage. The property's location along the historic Via Francigena pilgrimage route adds historical significance to your stay, connecting you to centuries of travelers who passed through this same landscape.
Distances and Attractions
La Novellina offers exceptional proximity to Tuscany's most celebrated destinations. The medieval towers of San Gimignano are just 20 minutes away, while the ancient Etruscan city of Volterra can be reached in 40 minutes. Florence, with its Renaissance masterpieces and world-class museums, lies 45 minutes from the property, and the Gothic splendor of Siena is 50 minutes distant. The Leaning Tower of Pisa and the sandy beaches of Versilia are both approximately 1 hour away. The charming village of Fiano sits within walking distance, offering convenient access to local cafes and shops for your daily needs. Both Florence and Pisa airports are easily reachable, providing convenient international connections for your arrival and departure.
Just 6 km from La Novellina, Certaldo train station provides fast and easy connections to Florence, Siena, Pisa, and the main Tuscan airports.
Experiences & Concierge Services
A range of services and authentic Tuscan experiences can be arranged on request:
• Private chef, cook service, breakfast and welcome dinner
• Wine, olive oil and cheese tastings
• Cooking classes
• Vespa tours, cycling and trekking
• Private driver and car or bike rental
• Airport and train station transfers
• Seasonal truffle hunting
• Grocery pre-stocking
• Extra maid service
Private Garden & Tuscan Countryside
La Novellina offers private outdoor spaces surrounded by the Tuscan countryside, with panoramic views over the Chianti hills.
Guests can enjoy the private garden, shaded pergola and outdoor dining areas for breakfasts, lunches and dinners in the open air. The private 5 × 10 m swimming pool is set within a fenced area with sun decks, a shaded gazebo and outdoor lounge spaces.
The villa is part of a 30-hectare organically certified estate with approximately 2,000 olive trees, vegetable gardens, fruit trees, medicinal herbs and saffron cultivation. All outdoor areas used by villa guests, including the garden, pergola and swimming pool, are private and reserved exclusively for guests.
Exploring Tuscany from La Novellina
La Novellina is located near Fiano in the Chianti countryside, providing an excellent base for exploring Tuscany's historic towns, wine region and cultural attractions.
Approximate driving times are:
• San Gimignano – 20 minutes
• Volterra – 40 minutes
• Florence – 45 minutes
• Siena – 50 minutes
• Pisa and the Versilia coast – approximately 1 hour
• Certaldo and Monteriggioni – within easy reach
The surrounding Chianti countryside offers wineries, olive oil producers, traditional restaurants and scenic roads. Guests can combine sightseeing with wine and food experiences, cooking classes, cycling, trekking and guided tours.
Private Panoramic Swimming Pool
The private swimming pool measures 5 × 10 m and is located in an exclusive fenced area overlooking the Chianti hills.
Sun decks, a shaded gazebo and outdoor lounge areas provide comfortable spaces for relaxing beside the pool.
Golf in Tuscany
• Castelfalfi Golf Club – 25 km, 27-hole championship course
• Montelupo Golf Club – 28 km, 9-hole course
• Circolo Golf dell’Ugolino – 35 km, historic 18-hole course
Private Parking is available inside the property offering convenience and security for guests travelling with car.
===== ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION =====
Unit Layout
You will be accommodated in a beautifully restored Tuscan villa spanning 300 square meters across three distinct floors, designed to comfortably host up to 10 guests in 5 air-conditioned bedrooms, each featuring its own private ensuite bathroom. The ground floor welcomes you with an entrance hall leading to an air-conditioned double bedroom with an ensuite bathroom featuring a shower, a formal dining room, and a fully equipped kitchen that opens directly onto the garden, while an external toilet with shower is conveniently located under the loggia. The main floor houses a spacious living room adorned with a decorative fireplace, television, and contemporary modular sofa, alongside an air-conditioned king-size double bedroom measuring 203x193 centimeters with an ensuite bathroom equipped with a shower, an air-conditioned double bedroom with beds that can be separated and an ensuite bathroom offering both a tub and separate shower, and an air-conditioned twin bedroom with beds that can be joined and an ensuite bathroom with shower that is slightly smaller than the other bedrooms, plus access to a covered loggia offering panoramic views. The top floor features an air-conditioned double bedroom with beds that can be separated and an ensuite bathroom with shower, providing the villa's most impressive panoramic vistas. All 6 bathrooms are ensuite, and mosquito nets are fitted throughout the bedrooms to ensure your comfort during warm evenings.
Amenities Included
Your vacation rental is equipped with air conditioning throughout all bedrooms to maintain optimal comfort during your stay, while heat is available for cooler months. The kitchen is outfitted with modern conveniences including a dishwasher, microwave, and all necessary cooking equipment arranged across two levels with dining space for 10 guests. Entertainment options include satellite television in the living area, and a washing machine is provided for your convenience during longer stays. Outside, you will enjoy exclusive access to a private 5x10 meter swimming pool surrounded by shaded lounge areas and panoramic Tuscan views, a private garden with direct access from the kitchen, and a private patio featuring a covered loggia perfect for outdoor dining and relaxation. A barbecue area is available for alfresco meals, allowing you to take full advantage of the stunning outdoor spaces. The villa maintains its authentic Tuscan character with original terracotta floors, exposed wooden beams, and traditional stone walls throughout, complemented by a decorative fireplace in the living room. Professional cleaning services follow strict hygiene protocols to ensure impeccable standards throughout your stay.
Other Information
The villa is situated within a 30-hectare organically certified farm that has been welcoming guests for over 30 years, creating a warm and elegant retreat that balances authentic Tuscan design with modern comfort. The estate includes two separate houses, with the main villa reserved exclusively for guests while the second house serves as the residence of the English-speaking owner who manages the farm and remains available for assistance while maintaining complete respect for your privacy. All outdoor areas including the garden, pergola, and swimming pool are reserved solely for villa guests, ensuring a peaceful and exclusive experience free from intrusion. The property is ideally located for exploring Florence, Siena, and Pisa, with the nearest village accessible via a 25-minute walk. The organically certified farm, established in 2013, covers approximately 30 hectares featuring olive groves with over 2000 olive trees of typical Tuscan varieties producing extra virgin olive oil, along with fruit trees, horticultural plants, medicinal herbs, and saffron cultivation. Please note that the villa retains its original Tuscan structure including terracotta floors, wooden beams, and decorative fireplace, wh...
La Novellina is a luxury villa set on a 30-hectare organic estate in the heart of the Chianti hills near Fiano, Italy. Originally an 11th-century watchtower along the historic Via Francigena, this distinguished property has been fully restored to combine authentic Tuscan charm with modern comfort. The villa features 5 bedrooms and accommodates up to 10 guests, offering panoramic views and complete privacy throughout its elegant interiors. You will enjoy access to a private swimming pool surrounded by the peaceful countryside. The estate provides reliable internet wifi connectivity to keep you connected during your stay. Ample parking is available on the property grounds. The villa is set within beautifully maintained grounds that include a spacious yard encompassing organic olive groves, vegetable gardens, fruit orchards, and medicinal herbs. This exceptional residence serves as an ideal base for families or groups seeking to explore Tuscany's most iconic destinations while experiencing the tranquility of authentic rural Italian living.
Outdoors
You will find the outdoor spaces at La Novellina designed to immerse you in the natural beauty of the Chianti landscape. The private swimming pool provides a refreshing retreat with sweeping views across the rolling hills and valleys that define this celebrated wine region. The surrounding yard extends across 30 hectares of certified organic farmland, featuring 2,000 olive trees that produce estate olive oil, along with productive vegetable gardens and fruit orchards that supply seasonal produce throughout the year. You can explore the medicinal herb gardens and discover the estate's saffron cultivation, a historic Tuscan specialty that has been grown locally since the Middle Ages. The outdoor areas offer numerous spaces for relaxation and al fresco dining, where you can enjoy the panoramic vistas and experience the sustainable, low-impact tourism philosophy that guides the estate's agricultural practices.
Other Information
The estate operates as a fully certified organic farm, emphasizing sustainable agricultural methods and environmental stewardship. You will have the opportunity to experience zero-meter food through access to seasonal farm produce grown directly on the property. The saffron production represents a continuation of medieval Tuscan agricultural traditions, highlighting the estate's commitment to preserving regional heritage. The property's location along the historic Via Francigena pilgrimage route adds historical significance to your stay, connecting you to centuries of travelers who passed through this same landscape.
Distances and Attractions
La Novellina offers exceptional proximity to Tuscany's most celebrated destinations. The medieval towers of San Gimignano are just 20 minutes away, while the ancient Etruscan city of Volterra can be reached in 40 minutes. Florence, with its Renaissance masterpieces and world-class museums, lies 45 minutes from the property, and the Gothic splendor of Siena is 50 minutes distant. The Leaning Tower of Pisa and the sandy beaches of Versilia are both approximately 1 hour away. The charming village of Fiano sits within walking distance, offering convenient access to local cafes and shops for your daily needs. Both Florence and Pisa airports are easily reachable, providing convenient international connections for your arrival and departure.
Just 6 km from La Novellina, Certaldo train station provides fast and easy connections to Florence, Siena, Pisa, and the main Tuscan airports.
Experiences & Concierge Services
A range of services and authentic Tuscan experiences can be arranged on request:
• Private chef, cook service, breakfast and welcome dinner
• Wine, olive oil and cheese tastings
• Cooking classes
• Vespa tours, cycling and trekking
• Private driver and car or bike rental
• Airport and train station transfers
• Seasonal truffle hunting
• Grocery pre-stocking
• Extra maid service
Private Garden & Tuscan Countryside
La Novellina offers private outdoor spaces surrounded by the Tuscan countryside, with panoramic views over the Chianti hills.
Guests can enjoy the private garden, shaded pergola and outdoor dining areas for breakfasts, lunches and dinners in the open air. The private 5 × 10 m swimming pool is set within a fenced area with sun decks, a shaded gazebo and outdoor lounge spaces.
The villa is part of a 30-hectare organically certified estate with approximately 2,000 olive trees, vegetable gardens, fruit trees, medicinal herbs and saffron cultivation. All outdoor areas used by villa guests, including the garden, pergola and swimming pool, are private and reserved exclusively for guests.
Exploring Tuscany from La Novellina
La Novellina is located near Fiano in the Chianti countryside, providing an excellent base for exploring Tuscany's historic towns, wine region and cultural attractions.
Approximate driving times are:
• San Gimignano – 20 minutes
• Volterra – 40 minutes
• Florence – 45 minutes
• Siena – 50 minutes
• Pisa and the Versilia coast – approximately 1 hour
• Certaldo and Monteriggioni – within easy reach
The surrounding Chianti countryside offers wineries, olive oil producers, traditional restaurants and scenic roads. Guests can combine sightseeing with wine and food experiences, cooking classes, cycling, trekking and guided tours.
Private Panoramic Swimming Pool
The private swimming pool measures 5 × 10 m and is located in an exclusive fenced area overlooking the Chianti hills.
Sun decks, a shaded gazebo and outdoor lounge areas provide comfortable spaces for relaxing beside the pool.
Golf in Tuscany
• Castelfalfi Golf Club – 25 km, 27-hole championship course
• Montelupo Golf Club – 28 km, 9-hole course
• Circolo Golf dell’Ugolino – 35 km, historic 18-hole course
Private Parking is available inside the property offering convenience and security for guests travelling with car.
===== ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION =====
Unit Layout
You will be accommodated in a beautifully restored Tuscan villa spanning 300 square meters across three distinct floors, designed to comfortably host up to 10 guests in 5 air-conditioned bedrooms, each featuring its own private ensuite bathroom. The ground floor welcomes you with an entrance hall leading to an air-conditioned double bedroom with an ensuite bathroom featuring a shower, a formal dining room, and a fully equipped kitchen that opens directly onto the garden, while an external toilet with shower is conveniently located under the loggia. The main floor houses a spacious living room adorned with a decorative fireplace, television, and contemporary modular sofa, alongside an air-conditioned king-size double bedroom measuring 203x193 centimeters with an ensuite bathroom equipped with a shower, an air-conditioned double bedroom with beds that can be separated and an ensuite bathroom offering both a tub and separate shower, and an air-conditioned twin bedroom with beds that can be joined and an ensuite bathroom with shower that is slightly smaller than the other bedrooms, plus access to a covered loggia offering panoramic views. The top floor features an air-conditioned double bedroom with beds that can be separated and an ensuite bathroom with shower, providing the villa's most impressive panoramic vistas. All 6 bathrooms are ensuite, and mosquito nets are fitted throughout the bedrooms to ensure your comfort during warm evenings.
Amenities Included
Your vacation rental is equipped with air conditioning throughout all bedrooms to maintain optimal comfort during your stay, while heat is available for cooler months. The kitchen is outfitted with modern conveniences including a dishwasher, microwave, and all necessary cooking equipment arranged across two levels with dining space for 10 guests. Entertainment options include satellite television in the living area, and a washing machine is provided for your convenience during longer stays. Outside, you will enjoy exclusive access to a private 5x10 meter swimming pool surrounded by shaded lounge areas and panoramic Tuscan views, a private garden with direct access from the kitchen, and a private patio featuring a covered loggia perfect for outdoor dining and relaxation. A barbecue area is available for alfresco meals, allowing you to take full advantage of the stunning outdoor spaces. The villa maintains its authentic Tuscan character with original terracotta floors, exposed wooden beams, and traditional stone walls throughout, complemented by a decorative fireplace in the living room. Professional cleaning services follow strict hygiene protocols to ensure impeccable standards throughout your stay.
Other Information
The villa is situated within a 30-hectare organically certified farm that has been welcoming guests for over 30 years, creating a warm and elegant retreat that balances authentic Tuscan design with modern comfort. The estate includes two separate houses, with the main villa reserved exclusively for guests while the second house serves as the residence of the English-speaking owner who manages the farm and remains available for assistance while maintaining complete respect for your privacy. All outdoor areas including the garden, pergola, and swimming pool are reserved solely for villa guests, ensuring a peaceful and exclusive experience free from intrusion. The property is ideally located for exploring Florence, Siena, and Pisa, with the nearest village accessible via a 25-minute walk. The organically certified farm, established in 2013, covers approximately 30 hectares featuring olive groves with over 2000 olive trees of typical Tuscan varieties producing extra virgin olive oil, along with fruit trees, horticultural plants, medicinal herbs, and saffron cultivation. Please note that the villa retains its original Tuscan structure including terracotta floors, wooden beams, and decorative fireplace, wh...
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
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