The Palagetto of Settignano

Il Palagetto di Settignano a beautiful country house just a 20 minutes from center of Florence. Perfect for a family vacation when looking for a charming location, with all comforts, italian style garden and in house service delivered by a live in couple that looks after the property year round and sleeps next to the main house. Ideal for summer when sightseeing is easy to get to, but a nice confortable cool home is the place to come back to and enjoy some relaxing moments . The space Four bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, beautiful equipped kitchen, the possibility of having every meal served by Alina, that can cook italian and tuscan recipes made out of fresh local food from the area or from the orchard. A private swimming pool completes the property and the garden has three different patios where you can have beautiful breakfast, lunch and dinner, choosing different views of the valley. The house is decorated with a family style look, confortable beds, thick stone walls make it cool. Sergio, the live in husband, can drive you to town and come and pick you up: this if you decide not to rent a car, getting in town and parking is not convenient. Also if you do arrive with your car other than tours around Tuscany, the day trip to town is best with driver. The famous "Outlet" The Mall is 30 minutes from the house, shopping there during the week with no one around is a dream for super shoppers. Wine tasting around Chianti at the Frescobaldi or Antinori Estates can be organized. Cooking class in house is one of many options, children can be entertained while parents go on tours. The owner's family has lived there since a long time and to this day he takes care of it like someone that treats home with true love and care. Every plant in the garden has been chosen with passion and it is totally evident. The idea is to share family's memories and personal experiences with those who come for an "italian lifestyle" experience. If one should describe this property in three words these are the first ones that come to mind as you arrive to visit for the first time :hospitalty, charm, authentic tuscan atmosphere. Guest access swimming pool, garden, porter Registration Details IT048017C2YBA4NM9K