Farmhouse near Florence - Aldo

Our farmhouse, called Podere Vignola, is an original Tuscan farmhouse. It is surrounded by Chianti vineyards and it a very quiet and relaxing place but yet very close to Florence and a ideal place for those willing to explore the beauty of Tuscany. The space Apartment Aldo is one of the 6 apartments of Podere Vignola, a recently restored farmhouse located in the middle of the Chianti region and just 10 km far from Florence. Podere Vignola is sorrounded by its private park of circa 43 hectars of which 17 of Chianti vineyards. Apartment Aldo is a 110 sqm apartment. It is composed of a large kitchen, a living room, two double bedrooms, one double bedroom with also a single bed, two bathrooms with shower and a large private terrace outside overlooking the rolling hills of the Chianti region. Podere Vignola has a private swimming pool of 13x7 metres. It is very easy to reach Florence by car (in around 20 minutes) and by train (17 minutes to reach Santa Maria Novella, the main train station of Florence located in the historic center). Podere Vignola is the ideal location to visit Florence and all other major sites of the Tuscan region such as Siena, Fiesole, San Gimignano, Pisa and the Chianti area. Guest access Our guests have access to the entire garden and surroundings of our farmhouse (43 hectares). All our apartments also have access to the pool and have a private outdoor space. The Aldo apartment has a large terrace furnished with deck chairs, outdoor sofas, table and chairs. Other things to note CAR A car is strongly suggested. OUR RESTAURANT / WINE BAR -Should you wish to go at our restaurant BaccoMatto Enobistrot (historical center of Florence) please let us know and we will be happy to make a reservation for you. We are wine lovers and at Bacco Matto we also do Wine Tastings. CHECK IN It is important to let us know your approximate time of arrival at least the day before. Please use the following address: Piazza Aldo Moro, Sieci. Once you are 20 minutes away you can call us or send us a message and we will come there immediately to show you the road to arrive at the farmhouse. Please do not try to arrive using the GPS as most of the GPS indicate a wrong road which is not in good condition. Check-in after 2pm and before 8pm. Early check-in on request and depending on availability. Late check-in with extra fee of 30 euro. Check-out before 10am. Late check-out on request and depending on availability. A late check-out fee may apply. PETS Pets upon request and an extra charge may be applied if accepted. OTHER RULES - No smoking in the apartment please. - Local tax of 1,5 euro per person per day (for people above 12 years old). - In autumn and winter the heating is extra charge and based on real consumption. - Pool open from June to September. - Laundry service: extra charge TOURS AND SERVICES (on premises or nearby) Upon request we can organize: -Breakfast and dinners with a personal chef -Wine tours -Bike rentals and bike tours -Tour of a castle of the area -Cooking classes -Local products of the area (i.e. wine, olive oil, limoncello, jams and many other) ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES & ENERGY SUPPLY RELATED PROBLEMS We kindly ask you to strictly respect the following rules: - Heating can be set by Law to a maximum of 21 degrees - Air Conditiong can be set by Law to a minimum of 24 degrees Thanks for your comprehension Registration Details IT048033B45BXMBVJR