VILLA PALAIA

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Villa Palaia – Palaia – Tuscany

4 Double Bedrooms - Pool

Location and Surrounding Area. Immersed in the peaceful Tuscan countryside, this magnificent four-bedroom property is ideally located to explore the region’s cultural highlights and most spectacular natural wonders. With wonderful views of the surrounding greenery, this exclusive property is the perfect location for unforgettable day trips to the most beautiful towns in Tuscany and provides a unique opportunity to admire its splendid landscapes while soaking up the region’s incredibly rich historical and cultural heritage.

In less than one hour by car, you can reach San Gimignano, one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Italy. From afar, San Gimignano looks like a town from a Renaissance painting: a circle of 13th-century walls enclosing tall, teetering stone towers. Its towers make it instantly recognizable, but the art treasures held within its walls are just as remarkable. Although the town is small, there is enough art, architecture and fine food to keep you busy for more than one day.

In forty minutes by car, you can easily reach Pisa, exceptionally well-known for its Leaning Tower. Moving between its alleys and riversides you will discover architectural jewels such as Santa Maria della Spina, the headquarters of the Scuola Normale Superiore in Piazza dei Cavalieri, the exhibitions of Palazzo Blu and the magnetic charm of Piazza dei Miracoli. Start from the Baptistery and head to the 130-meter Camposanto Monumentale overlooking the square.

The property is a few kilometers from Lucca, also known as “the city of 100 churches”. Hidden behind impressive Renaissance walls, its cobbled streets, delightful squares and shady promenades make it a perfect destination to explore on foot. At the end of the day, open-air cafes and historic restaurants tempt visitors to relax over a glass of Lucchese wine and a slow progression of dishes prepared with fresh produce from nearby Garfagnana.

In less than one hour by car, you can reach Livorno, a quintessential port town with a colorful history and cosmopolitan heritage. Declared a free port in the 17th century, Livorno attracted traders from across the globe. The result was a city famed throughout Europe for its multiculturalism. Today its seafood is the best on the Tyrrhenian coast, its historic quarter threaded with Venetian-style canals is full of character, and its elegant belle époque buildings offer evocative reminders of a prosperous past.

In one hour by car, you can reach Florence, a treasure trove of art with an astonishing contemporary vibe. Beyond the extraordinary artistic heritage, a testimony to its centuries of civilization, the best way to enjoy Florence is to stroll along the riverside avenues at sunset, or to get lost among the city’s myriad alleyways of the bohemian Oltrarno or the narrow little streets of San Niccolò, where it feels like you have ended up in another time along its centuries-old walls.

Villa Palaia is 36 km from Pisa Galileo Galilei International Airport, 65 km from Florence Amerigo Vespucci International Airport, 155 km from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, and 336 km from Rome Leonardo da Vinci International Airport. Volterra is 36 km from the villa, San Gimignano is 40 km, Pisa is 41 km, Lucca is 42 km, Livorno is 47 km, Florence is 71 km, Siena is 86 km, Pienza is 137 km, Arezzo is 141 km, and Montepulciano is 174 km.

The Property. Surrounded by greenery, Villa Palaia represents an oasis of tranquility between Florence and Pisa. With all-round views over the green Tuscan hills, the property is the ideal place to enjoy a holiday in the company of family and friends. Set on a gentle hill, this carefully-restored villa features breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Offering an elegant atmosphere and period furniture, Villa Palaia can accommodate up to eight guests in four double bedrooms spread over two floors.

With a peaceful atmosphere, the villa is located on splendid and natural terraces of centuries-old trees and green meadows which create a charming environment full of shaded and quiet areas, perfect for a walk. The rooms of the villa are spread over two floors, surmounted by a tower from which it is possible to enjoy beautiful views of the green Tuscan hills. This elegant villa has been masterfully restored while preserving the atmosphere of a traditional Tuscan country residence.

Surrounded by a generous garden, the property boasts an exclusive pool and a spacious paved poolside area with comfortable sun loungers inviting guests to sit back and relax. Offering a calm atmosphere, the poolside area represents an idyllic spot for basking in the sun and relax. Located on a gentle hill, the villa offers stunning views over the surrounding countryside. With seven hectares of olive groves offering the perfect frame of long walks, the villa boasts a generous area with pizza oven under the shade of a pergola.

With an exquisite blend of classic Tuscan charm and modern comfort, the property boasts a timeless and impeccable atmosphere. Filled with fabulous period furniture and exposed wooden beams, the ground floor houses areas designed for leisure time with your fellow guests: an open-plan living and dining area, and a fully-equipped kitchen with all the amenities you might need during your stay. On the ground floor you will also find a double bedroom and a bathroom with shower, which is located near the kitchen. 

The upper floor is accessed both from an outdoor stone staircase and an indoor spiral staircase in steel and wood. On the upper floor you will find a generous lounge area with comfortable sofas and a magnificent fireplace. With a cozy atmosphere, the upper floor also features two double bedrooms and a bathroom with shower, which is accessed from the lounge room. In the tower, which is the most original and characteristic architectural element of the villa, you will find a double bedroom and a bathroom with shower.

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