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The Tuscany Villa Book
Italy
Where better to enjoy the idyllically beautiful landscapes, historically fascinating towns and excellent cuisine to be found in Tuscany and Umbria than from one of our selection of beautiful villas and farmhouses.

Most are situated in Tuscany, right in the heart of the Chianti wine growing area, near evocatively named towns, such as Castellina in Chianti, Radda in Chianti and Colle Val d’Elsa, all within easy access of Florence and Siena. There are also properties in the contrasting countryside of the Crete Senesi to the south of Siena, near Montepulciano and Montalcino, also renowned for their fine olive oils and wines. Several of the houses are on working agricultural estates where local produce can be sampled first hand.

Originally grand villas or ancient farmhouses, the properties have been sympathetically restored, retaining the spacious rooms, terracotta tiled floors, exposed wood beamed ceilings and large open fireplaces, but adding modern kitchens, bathrooms, satellite television and large swimming pools, enabling guests to enjoy the best of both worlds. At most, maid service is included or can be arranged, and at several the services of a cook. At some, there is also the opportunity to learn about Tuscan cuisine by having cooking lessons.

You will also find that most villages and towns have a market these are weekly or monthly. In Florence the famous Mercato Centrale (or San Lorenzo market) is open every morning Monday to Saturday, and also on Saturday afternoons (4.00 – 7.00 pm). The smaller Mercato di Sant’Ambrogio in Florence is also open on Saturday mornings. Here are some of the local markets and opening times:
Lucca - Mercoto del Carmine, daily except Wednesday and Sunday; Antique market, third Saturday and Sunday of each month
Pistoia - Wednesday and Saturday mornings
Castellina in Chianti - Saturday morning
Castelnuovo Berardenga - Thursday morning
Gaiole in Chianti - second Tuesday afternoon of the month
Greve in Chianti - Saturday morning
Radda in Chianti - fourth Monday afternoon of the month
Tavarnelle Val Di Pesa - Thursday morning
Buonconvento - Saturday morning
Colle di Val d’Elsa - Friday morning
Montepulciano - Thursday morning
San Gimignano - Thursday morning
Siena - Wednesday mornings
Montalcino - Friday morning
Arezzo - Saturday morning
Castel Fiorentina – Saturday morning

Tuscany is famous for its wines and extravirgin first pressed olive oil. These can usually be bought directly from the farmer. However some of the fattorias are open by appointment only and only accept cash for purchases.

There are several excellent golf courses within easy driving distance of most of our properties. To play at one of these, particularly in high season, you will probably need to book, and you will also need to be member of another golf club. We can provide contact details of golf courses on request.

For those interested in buying Italian designer clothes at reduced prices, you may want to visit the following one several fashion outlets for designers including Dolce e Gabbana, Giorgio Armani and Prada.

There is a large choice of travel options, with both scheduled and charter flights from many U.K. airports to Pisa, Florence, Bologna, Perugia and Rome.

For a large selection of properties in Tuscany and Umbria, ranging from simple farmhouses to villas, please also visit www.tuscanenterprise.co.uk.
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LA LODOLA
Tuscany .
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1 – 2 – 9 bedrooms/ 2 – 4 – 18 people/ Siena
18th century farmhouse converted into 6 apartments, near Rapolano Terme and Siena.
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AGRESTO
Tuscany .
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2 Bedroom/4 people/ Siena
Charming renovation of ancient barn, with swimming pool, very close to Siena.
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LA CAPINERA
Tuscany .
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2 Bedrooms/ 3 - 5 people/ Pisa- Florence
Charming small property with pool, only half an hour from Florence.
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IL FIOCCO
Tuscany .
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2 Bedrooms/3 - 4 people/ Chianti
Delightful small farmhouse with pool near Gaiole in Chianti, ideal for couples.
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IL CAGGIO
Tuscany .
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2 Bedrooms/4 people/ Chianti
Traditional farmhouse with pool, in quiet, panoramic position near Castelnuovo Berardenga.
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CASA IDA
Tuscany .
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2 Bedrooms/4 people/ Chianti
Delightful small house with pool, near Tavarnelle Val di Pesa.
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LA CAPRETTA
Tuscany .
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2 Bedrooms/4 people/ Florence
Independent house with outdoor jacuzzi, within grounds of a larger villa, near Florence.
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AL MENNUCCI
Tuscany .
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3 Bedrooms/ 6 - 8 people/ Lucca
Charming house with pool and lovely views, 15 kms to the south-east of Lucca.
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CASA DI LILIANA
Tuscany .
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3 Bedrooms/ 6 people/ Cortona
On beautiful wine and olive oil producing estate close to Cortona.
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AL CASTELLO
Tuscany .
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3 Bedrooms/ 6 people/ Lucca
Detached farmhouse with garden and pool, in a hamlet, in the hills north of Lucca.
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GIANNELLO
Tuscany .
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3 Bedrooms/ 6 people/ Lucca
Stone-built restored farmhouse with pool, in the Luccan hills.
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CASA DI NELLO
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4 - 5 Bedrooms/ 8 people/ Cortona
On beautiful wine and olive oil producing estate close to Cortona.
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MOCI DI SOTTO
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4 - 5 Bedrooms/8 - 10 people/ Siena
Restored farmhouse with swimming pool, close to Gaiole in Chianti.
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LA MACCHIETTA
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4 Bedrooms/ 6 - 7 people/ Lucca
Character filled property, on a hillside, between Lucca and the Camaiore coast.
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CASA DI ORLANDO
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4 Bedrooms/ 6 - 8 people/ Cortona
On beautiful wine and olive oil producing estate close to Cortona.
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SAN LEONARDO
Tuscany .
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4 Bedrooms/ 7 people/ Lucca
Restored farmhouse with pool, near Lucca.
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CASETTO DI VOLPAIA
Tuscany .
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4 Bedrooms/ 8 people/ Chianti
Restored farmhouse with pool, on wine and olive oil estate near Radda in Chianti.
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CASAVECCHIA VOLPAIA
Tuscany .
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4 Bedrooms/ 8 people/ Chianti
Restored farmhouse with pool, and fully staffed, on wine estate near Radda in Chianti.
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MONTEFIORALLE
Tuscany .
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4 Bedrooms/ 8 people/ Chianti
Beautiful and well designed villa, with pool, near Greve in Chianti.
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AL SEMINARIO
Tuscany .
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4 bedrooms/ 8 people/ Lucca
Secluded property with pool and fantastic views, in the hills near Lucca.
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VILLA IL FRANTOIO
Tuscany .
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4 Bedrooms/ 8 people/ Lucca
Charming property, converted from an original olive press, with pool and many other amenities
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LA DAMIGELLA
Tuscany .
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4 Bedrooms/ 8 people/ Tuscan Coast
Property on large estate, with pool, and close to the beaches on the Versilian coast.
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LA TORRE DELL'ARGENTARIO
Tuscany .
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4 Bedrooms/ 8 people/ Tuscan Coast
Beautifully renovated historic tower, on the Tuscan coast, with direct access to the sea.
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ANTICA MAGIONE
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4 Bedrooms/8 people/ Siena
Beautifully restored house with pool, in an ancient hamlet near Monteriggioni.
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CONVERTOIE
Tuscany .
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4 Bedrooms/8 people/ Chianti
Historical villa with pool and wonderful views, near Greve in Chianti.
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CERTOSINA
Tuscany .
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4 Bedrooms/8 people/ Chianti
Charming villa with swimming pool on wine estate near Gaiole in Chianti.
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FONTE CARESINO
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4 Bedrooms/8 people/ Chianti
Restored farmhouse with pool, in quiet location near Gaiole in Chianti
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LA FONTANELLA
Tuscany .
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4 Bedrooms/8 people/ Chianti
Comfortable Chianti farmhouse with swimming pool and lovely views.
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VILLA FIESOLE
Tuscany .
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4 Bedrooms/8 people/ Florence
Spacious, traditional villa with pool and wonderful views, near Fiesole and Florence.
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MULINO ARRIGHI
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4 Bedrooms/8 people/ Siena - Montalcino
Restored ancient mill with swimming pool in peaceful position near Montalcino.
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MONTORO
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5 - 7 Bedrooms/ 10 - 14 people/ Chianti
Situated near Greve in Chianti, with fabulous Chianti countryside views and pool.
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VILLA GUGLIANO
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5 - 8 Bedrooms/ 10 - 15 people/ Lucca
Large, characteristic 18th century villa in the Luccan hills, offering many amenities.
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ALISSO
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5 Bedrooms/ 10 - 11 people/ Tuscan Coast
Farmhouse with pool, on a large estate, close to the beaches on the Versilian coast.
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FORTE DEI MARMI
Tuscany .
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5 Bedrooms/ 10 - 11 people/ Tuscan Coast
Secluded location with large pool, yet just 500 metres from the beach at Forte dei Marmi.
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