In the first century BCE, the Romans appropriately renamed this former Etruscan town Florentia, or destined to flower. With this blessing, Florence (Firenze) remained faithful to its namesake to become the unrivaled authority of Renaissance art, literature and culture. The romantic narrow passages of the city's core hold timeless treasures that gracefully dissolve the rest of the world's troubled existence. Travel to Florence for a truly authentic Renaissance experience.

Soaring high above the city skyline, the Duomo Santa Maria del Fiore is the quintessential emblem of Florence's architectural prestige. The fourth largest cathedral in the world transcends all boundaries of Renaissance aesthetics and principles. Finally completed by Brunelleschi in 1436, the munificent red-tile dome with intricate interior frescoes rivals the glory of Michelangelo's St. Peter's Cathedral in the Vatican.

View Details	il Pino
	The San Fabiano country estate and open their farmhouse for splendid holidays, in the heart of the Tuscan countryside. San Fabiano farmestate of the Count Fiorentini is located in the Arbia valley, just 12 km south of Siena.  San Fabiano castle was built by King Angioino in the XII century and the family church dates from 867 D.C. and is dedicated to San Fabiano, one of the first Christian martyrs killed in the Coliseum. These ancient buildings are surrounded by 1800 acres of durum wheat fields, sunflowers, vineyards, corn, oak woods, lakes and two streams: the Arbia and the Biena.Podernovo farmhouse is the oldest one of the San Fabiano country estates, dating back to 1750.  Beautifully  restored, it has all comforts.  Apart from the owner's apartment, it offers 4 self-catering suites, with air conditioning, and an independent villa called Le Tortore.
il Pino	/Florence & the surrounding area/Tuscany/Italy/Europe/
View Details	il Forno
	San Fabiano farm estate of the Count Fiorentini is located in the Arbia valley, just 12 km south of Siena.  San Fabiano castle was built by King Angioino in the XII century and the family church dates from 867 D.C. and is dedicated to San Fabiano, one of the first Christian martyrs killed in the Coliseum. These ancient buildings are surrounded by 1800 acres of durum wheat fields, sunflowers, vineyards, corn, oak woods, lakes and two streams: the Arbia and the Biena.  Podernovo farmhouse is the oldest one of the San Fabiano country estates, dating back to 1750.  Beautifully restored, it has all comforts.  Apart from the owner's apartment, it offers 4 self-catering suites, with air conditioning, and an independent villa called Le Tortore.
il Forno	/Florence & the surrounding area/Tuscany/Italy/Europe/
View Details	LE CASACCE - HOLIDAY HOUSES - APARTMENT LA TINAIA
	The flats are located in Poggio Alla Malva, near Carmignano and from here it is easy to reach Florence, Pistoia, Prato and also Montecatini, Empoli.  The house has a remote-controlled gated entrance for cars. The flats (IL FIENILE, LA CANTINA, LA TINAIA) are furnished in a Tuscan rustic style, they are heated independently and have telephone, Satellite coloured Tv and security safe, wake up service in each apartment. The kitchen is fully equipped with refrigerator, dishwasher, oven, cooker and dishes. Each flat has a bathroom with shower and hairdrier. In the garden each apartment has table, chairs, umbrella and barbeque. The guest have at their disposal: • On-site office with pamphlets of the region and train schedules to major sites in Tuscany • Laundrette with wash-tub, washing machine, clothes hanger, iron and ironing board • Play park for children • Swimming pool and bathing area (01/05-30/09) • Parking
LE CASACCE - HOLIDAY HOUSES - APARTMENT LA TINAIA	/Florence & the surrounding area/Tuscany/Italy/Europe/
View Details	LE CASACCE - HOLIDAY HOUSES - APARTMENT LA CANTINA
	The flats are located in Poggio Alla Malva, near Carmignano and from here it is easy to reach Florence, Pistoia, Prato and also Montecatini, Empoli.  The house has a remote-controlled gated entrance for cars. The flats (IL FIENILE, LA CANTINA, LA TINAIA) are furnished in a Tuscan rustic style, they are heated independently and have telephone, Satellite coloured Tv and security safe, wake up service in each apartment. The kitchen is fully equipped with refrigerator, dishwasher, oven, cooker and dishes. Each flat has a bathroom with shower and hairdrier. In the garden each apartment has table, chairs, umbrella and barbeque. The guest have at their disposal: • On-site office with pamphlets of the region and train schedules to major sites in Tuscany • Laundrette with wash-tub, washing machine, clothes hanger, iron and ironing board • Play park for children • Swimming pool and bathing area (01/05-30/09) • Parking
LE CASACCE - HOLIDAY HOUSES - APARTMENT LA CANTINA	/Florence & the surrounding area/Tuscany/Italy/Europe/
View Details	LE CASACCE - HOLIDAY HOUSES - APARTMENT IL FIENILE
	The flats are located in Poggio Alla Malva, near Carmignano and from here it is easy to reach Florence, Pistoia, Prato and also Montecatini, Empoli.  The house has a remote-controlled gated entrance for cars. The flats (IL FIENILE, LA CANTINA, LA TINAIA) are furnished in a Tuscan rustic style, they are heated independently and have telephone, Satellite coloured Tv and security safe, wake up service in each apartment. The kitchen is fully equipped with refrigerator, dishwasher, oven, cooker and dishes. Each flat has a bathroom with shower and hairdrier. In the garden each apartment has table, chairs, umbrella and barbeque. The guest have at their disposal: • On-site office with pamphlets of the region and train schedules to major sites in Tuscany • Laundrette with wash-tub, washing machine, clothes hanger, iron and ironing board • Play park for children • Swimming pool and bathing area (01/05-30/09) • Parking
LE CASACCE - HOLIDAY HOUSES - APARTMENT IL FIENILE	/Florence & the surrounding area/Tuscany/Italy/Europe/
View Details	Molin del Resco - The Stable
	Nestled in three acres of garden and terraced olive groves, Molin del Resco is an ideal place to enjoy peace and tranquillity and the beauty of nature while being very close to all the important cultural centres of Tuscany. You can reach Florence is just over half an hour by car or better still, leave the car in the nearby town of Figline and take the train to Florence in under 25 minutes without the worry of driving and parking in the city. A car is essential for your stay at Molin del Resco as the local town does not have good public transport.  The Stable apartment is located on the ground floor of the watermill.  It is ideal for four people as it has two bedrooms, one with a king-size bed and the other with a comfortable double sofa-bed. The overall size is 58 sq. meters. There is an open-plan kitchen/dining and living area with table and chairs, sofa, and home entertanment (TV,video with video library, DVD and stereo system. The bathroom has a bath, shower attachment, wash basin, bidet and washing machine (n.b. the bath is raised from ground level with steps, therefore not suitable for people with mobility problems). The apartment has its own private patio with table, chairs and loungers for outdoor dining and relaxation. Beyond the patio is the garden with swings, outdoor gym, BBQ, table tennis and path leading to the river.
Molin del Resco - The Stable	/Florence & the surrounding area/Tuscany/Italy/Europe/
View Details	The River Barn - Molin del Resco
	The River barn is a cosy cottage overlooking a mountain stream. It is part of a watermill estate, located 35 km south-east of Florence.  It is cosy and just right for a couple. The overall size is 30 sq. meters. On the ground floor is the living room, bathroom with shower cubicle and kitchen with breakfast table. French doors lead onto the main courtyard and private patio where table and chairs are located for outdoor dining, as well as deck chairs for relaxation. On the side of The River Barn are steps descending to the secluded double bedroom on the lower ground floor which overlooks the mountain stream where you can relax in a hammock on the water's edge. Please note that there are only external stairs connecting the bedroom with the ground floor (ie. no internal stairwell). Alternatively there is a comfortable sofa bed in the living room on the ground floor.
The River Barn - Molin del Resco	/Florence & the surrounding area/Tuscany/Italy/Europe/
View Details	Tuscany Villas
	A splendid vacation Villa in Tuscany on a picturesque location with pool and a perfect spot for a family holiday in Tuscany.  This area is one of the most sort after by the Italians as it has remained "unspoilt". Made famous by the photographers who photographed the area for postcards,books and calenders. The area offers so much due to it's closeness to Siena, Pienza, Montalcino,San Quirico; the antique thermal baths of Bagno Vignoni and San Fillipo. Florence is an easy day trip. Numerous beautiful medieval villages that have been restored to perfection, yet still maintain their original beauty and lifestyle of theTuscany of years gone by.
Tuscany Villas	/Florence & the surrounding area/Tuscany/Italy/Europe/
View Details	14th Century farmhouse, minutes from Florence
	“Casa Rossa” sits on the hills of a 100H estate with extensive, breathtaking views of the whole Arno Valley and Florence. The property sleeps 8-12. Beautifully restored to its original charm this farmhouse offers a peaceful and private vacation for the person who wishes to experience Tuscan living and explore the region and the wonders of Florence. Outdoor dining, walks in a private forest, surrounded by olive groves, vineyards and Cyprus trees. Typical Tuscan furnishings of high standards, fully fenced garden and pool area. Close to public transport and all shops.  12 mins from the center.
14th Century farmhouse, minutes from Florence	/

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