Description

VILLA SETTIMA - FIRENZE

9 Bedrooms

Location and Surrounding Area
Nestled in the charming hillside village of Settignano, Villa Settima enjoys a privileged location just 40 minutes’ drive from the heart of Florence. Perched above the Arno valley, the villa offers sweeping panoramic views over the city and surrounding Tuscan hills, blending tranquillity and privacy with effortless access to Florence’s art, culture, and cuisine. The serene setting, surrounded by olive groves and cypress-lined landscapes, makes Villa Settima a perfect retreat.

The villa’s location in Settignano places guests in the heart of Tuscany’s rolling hills, surrounded by olive groves, vineyards, and cypress-lined roads. This picturesque village, once home to Renaissance artists and intellectuals, exudes a timeless charm with its stone houses, narrow streets and stunning views over Florence and the Arno valley. Wandering through Settignano offers a glimpse of authentic Tuscan life, with artisan workshops, local cafes, and quaint trattorias.

Just a short drive from the villa lies the historic centre of Florence, where iconic landmarks such as the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery, and Palazzo Pitti await. Guests can immerse themselves in world-class art, architecture and history, enjoy gourmet dining or simply stroll along the Arno at sunset. The combination of tranquil hillside seclusion and easy access to the vibrant city ensures the perfect balance of retreat and cultural exploration.

Beyond Florence, the Tuscan landscape unfolds with charming towns and cultural gems. Nearby Fiesole, perched above the city, offers ancient Roman and Etruscan sites, walking trails, and panoramic viewpoints. The surrounding Chianti region, renowned for its vineyards and villages, provides endless opportunities for wine tasting, cycling and countryside excursions. From historic villas and gardens to artisan markets and scenic vistas, the area around Villa Settima is a tapestry of beauty, culture, and tradition.

Villa Settima is 14 km from Florence Airport, 96 km from Pisa International Airport, 288 km from Rome Ciampino Airport, and 302 km from Rome Fiumicino Airport. The villa is 7 km from Fiesole, 8 km from Bagno a Ripoli, 16 km from Florence, 21 km from Impruneta, 24 km from San Casciano in Val di Pesa, 31 km from Greve in Chianti, 57 km from San Miniato, and 60 km from Vinci.

The Property
Suspended between hillside and sky and overlooking the Arno valley, Villa Settima is an exclusive Tuscan retreat of rare beauty. Every room reflects a refined dialogue with the villa’s layered past, where palettes of peacock blue, soft ochre, earthy terracotta, olive green and dove grey create intimate sanctuaries of timeless elegance. Within its historic walls, Villa Settima accommodates 18 guests across 9 generously proportioned bedrooms, each distinguished by its own unique character.

The villa is surrounded by its celebrated Italian Renaissance gardens. Laid out as a sequence of outdoor rooms, they include a cypress-lined avenue, a broad lawn once used as a bowling green, and an east–west axis leading to a small “cabinet de rocaille” framed by holm oaks. The rear garden features an elegant French-style parterre, with a birdcage, a small “garenna” for ornamental rabbits, and decorative statues and urns adding subtle charm. Guest parking is available directly in front of the villa.

On the ground floor, two refined halls, an intimate internal arcade courtyard, and a series of rooms create an atmosphere perfectly suited to receptions, conferences, and exhibitions. A spacious lounge opens seamlessly onto the gardens, offering panoramic views over Florence and the Arno valley. An entrance hall with a vaulted ceiling welcomes guests into an elegant atrium, leading to four double (or twin) bedrooms, which share two bathrooms located outside the bedrooms, each fitted with a bathtub/shower. There is also a guest bathroom on the ground floor.

On the upper floor, there are five further bedrooms. Of these, four share two bathrooms located outside the bedrooms, each fitted with a bathtub/shower. The fifth bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with a bathtub/shower. There is also a guest bathroom on this floor. A large living room opens onto a furnished terrace overlooking the sculpted historic gardens. Adjacent are a formal dining room and a fully equipped kitchen, complemented by ancillary laundry and ironing rooms. All levels are connected by a lift.

Built in the early 1600s and celebrated worldwide for its iconic gardens, considered among the most enchanting in existence, Villa Settima today opens its gates not as a museum, but as a residence to be truly lived in. Each corner of this exclusive villa whispers stories of the past while offering every modern comfort, achieving a rare harmony between history and hospitality. Guests may enjoy the villa in its entirety, including its elegant interior spaces and the extraordinary gardens that define its soul.