VILLA DESIDERIO 9

Toscana - Pistoia - PISTOIA

Description:

RECEPTIVE STRUTTURE. Villa Desiderio is located outside Pistoia (8 km), in a quiet area and in a very secluded position. Set in the tranquillity of the Tuscan countryside, the property is surrounded by silvery expanses of olive trees and kissed by the sun all day; with large outdoor spaces it is ideal for a relaxing holiday. The villa has two floors and is equipped with simple, elegant furnishings, with some pieces of Tuscan tradition. On the ground floor is a large open-plan area with numerous windows, connected to a large portico with the outdoor dining and living area, as well as a large kitchen and a bedroom with bathroom en suite. Going up to the first floor you will find the bedrooms with panoramic views. Just a few minutes away from this villa, surrounded by the green Tuscan countryside, is Pistoia where you will find one of the most beautiful historic city centres of Tuscany and where, in summer evenings, typical little restaurants set up their tables in the squares and streets of the historic centre. The proximity to the motorway exit gives the guest the opportunity of making trips to the most famous destinations in Tuscany such as Florence, Lucca, Pisa, Montecatini Terme and the Tyrrhenian coast of Versilia, without forgetting nearby Vinci, birthplace of the great Leonardo da Vinci and Torre Del Lago, summer residence and source of inspiration of Maestro Giacomo Puccini. Along the evocative routes of "the Monte Albano oil and wine road" you can visit numerous farms and taste excellent wines and sample the typical food and wine products of the area, such as the famous brigidini of Lamporecchio. N.B. The property borders (at the back) with the part inhabited by the owners, in case of need, it will allow you to obtain assistance from the owners themselves if necessary.

VILLA DESIDERIO HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO A CHECK-UP BY A TECHNICAL RESPONSIBLE BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF THE SEASON, TO ENSURE CONSISTENCY OF THE DESCRIPTION, ACCESSORIES LISTED ON THIS PAGE AND THEIR PRESENT STATE OF OPERATION/MAINTENANCE, TO GUARANTEE QUALITY, CLEANLINESS AND COMFORTS TO ALL CLIENTS WHO WILL STAY HERE.

Interior:

The villa has two floors connected by a staircase. On the ground floor is a large and brightly-lit open-plan room consisting of dining area, sitting area with TV corner and relaxation area where, if necessary, it is possible to create a "work station". From the relaxation area you come to a fully-equipped kitchen, a double bedroom with a shower bathroom en suite, the laundry. Exiting through the French windows, you come to the outdoor dining and living area under the large shady portico with panoramic view. From the dining room on the ground floor, a staircase leads up to three double bedrooms, two with en suite bathroom and one with an adjacent bathroom which is shared with a single bedroom.

Park:

In the panoramic area in front of the property is the garden with a well-kept lawn, embellished with citrus plants and various medicinal plants, all surrounded by colourful flowers that frame the splendid villa. Outside the fenced perimeter, the property is surrounded by large olive groves from which the owners of Villa Desiderio produce an organic extra virgin olive oil that, if you so wish, you may taste. Please notice that photos are taken in spring, therefore flower blossoming, and the colours of the gardens' grass could be different at the moment of your arrival at the villa.

Swimming Pool:

From the garden, via a flight of stairs adjacent to the entrance gate, you can access the swimming pool, suspended towards the city with a unique view. The large solarium paved in light wood-colored stoneware that surrounds it contrasts with the blue of the internal PVC coating. The swimming pool is elliptical in shape, measures: 5x8 m with a depth of 1.20 m and is equipped with both internal lighting and in the sunbathing area. Here you can spend relaxing evenings thanks to comfortable sun loungers and deck chairs positioned in the shade of a large sail. The swimming pool, located in the lowest area of ​​the property, is 40 m from the building, is enclosed by a laurel hedge and has an entrance through a gate. The water purification is based on chlorine, while access to the pool is facilitated by a convenient metal ladder. The pool is open from the last Saturday in April to the first Saturday in October.

Pets: Small and medium sized.
Handicap: Not certified
Fenced-in property: Yes, except for the pool area.
Amenities and Features
  • Air conditioning in three double bedrooms
  • Smart TV
  • portable Bluetooth speakers
  • wi-fi internet connection
  • dishwasher
  • toaster
  • electric kettle
  • moka
  • American coffee machine
  • Espresso coffee machine
  • mixer
  • microwave oven
  • hairdryer in each bathroom
  • washing machine
  • iron and ironing board
  • baby cot
  • high chair
  • board games
  • mobile BBQ
  • ping-pong
  • game of bowls
TO DO

Location and distances


Villa Desiderio is located in one of the most beautiful panoramic areas of the plain that leads to the city centre. Pistoia and its province are located in the heart of Tuscany, close to the most famous art cities in the world, Florence, Lucca, Pisa, Siena, and the Tyrrhenian coast of Versilia with its golden beaches. Pistoia and its province are the ideal tourist destination, with art and nature perfecting the sense of hospitality and the comparison between different cultures. In this it has been facilitated by its renowned nursery tradition, around which Pistoia has grown and built its fortune. The province includes the municipalities of Abetone and Cutigliano renowned for their ski resorts, Buggiano for its medieval borgo, Lamporecchio for its confectionery products, Montecatini Terme for its thermal waters, Pescia for its flower production. The Pistoia territory is very varied, with historical and artistic attractions of great importance, along a journey starting from the Etruscans, passing through the Middle Ages, up to the present day. The villa, despite being located in a secluded position, is close to all essential services: railway station, motorway, shopping centres, cinemas, theatre and its historic city centre.

Airport: Pisa 72 km, Firenze 30 km, Genova 210 km, Bologna 180, Milano 360 km, Roma 340 km, Bologna 130 km
Train station: Pistoia 8 km
Highways: A 11 exit Pistoia 8 km
Shops and services: Santomato 2 km
Beaches: Tyrrhenian Sea 76 km Viareggio
Parking: Inside the property uncovered
Access roads: 500 mt of uphill unpaved road
Attractions within 100 km: Firenze 35 km, Pisa 75 km, Lucca 55 km, Viareggio 76 km, Forte dei Marmi 85 km, Torre del Lago Puccini 74 km, San Miniato 45 km, Vinci 35 km, Volterra 100 km, San Gimignano 85 km, Montecatini Terme 30 km, Certaldo 75 km, Chianti 80 km.
Altitude: 145 slm

Reviews

9.0 / 10

Rating based on received reviews

Average rating

10
Overall rating
8.5
General cleanliness
9
Quality of pool and park cleanliness
8.5
Quality of furnishing and amenities

Reviews

by Anonimo
5/14/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
9/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
8/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
It is a very good price-quality relationship.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Very nice property, good website, good price.
by Olga Schuurbiers
Netherlands 8/4/2021
What do you think of the quality of the property?
8/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes, the views are stunning, the outdoor area with large dining table and kitchen are really beautiful. The owners are really friendly. The house is very well decorated and really clean. The swimming pool area is really nice and very private.
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
9/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
9/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
8/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
We felt very welcome and check out went well.
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
The type of houses on your side. The private houses and pools. The COVID insurances.
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
None

Minimum Stays

Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
2/28/2024 - 6/29/2024 4 Nights Everyday
6/29/2024 - 8/31/2024 5 Nights Everyday
8/31/2024 - 1/4/2025 4 Nights Everyday
Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
1/4/2025 - 6/28/2025 4 Nights Everyday
6/28/2025 - 8/30/2025 7 Nights Only Sat
8/30/2025 - 1/3/2026 4 Nights Everyday

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The price includes:


The price does not include:

  • Tourism tax (€1,00 per person for the first 6 nights of stay), extra cleaning in case of animals (€ 50.00 per week or part of week for animal)

On Request:

  • Extra cleaning (€ 22.00/h per person employed), extra linen (€ 15.00 per person), heating (on consumption with prices in effect at the time of lease), wood (€ 20,00/100 Kg). Breakfast, lunch and dinner service, chef in villa, cooking class, wine tasting, shopping service, baby sitter. The above services must be requested from the owner who will provide them with their own suppliers.
  • Health Policy by EuropAssistance (Optional)
  • Covid-19 Extra Policy by EuropAssistance (Optional)
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With Emma Villas, you now have the possibility to protect your holiday thanks to a wide choice of insurance coverages and guarantees.

STAY CANCELLATION INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Included in the price)
The final price of the reservation includes the Insurance Policy for Cancellation of Stay. You can cancel and be reimbursed in the event of:
  • objectively and unambiguously documentable motivations of health or work and not foreseeable at the time of booking
  • Covid-19 infections (new)
  • a terrorist attack that has struck the place of stay (new)

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STAY CANCELLATION GUARANTEE DUE TO LOCKDOWN - by Emma Villas (Included in the price) The final price of the reservation includes also the special coverage, guaranteed by Emma Villas, in the event that you are forced to cancel your stay in the 30 days prior to the scheduled check-in date, due to the occurrence of at least one of the following Covid-19 epidemic containment measures officially imposed by the competent authorities:
  • national lockdown in Italy;
  • local lockdown in Italy regarding the area in which the booked villa is located ("red" area or impossible to reach due to official restrictions on free circulation);
  • national lockdown in your country of residence;
  • Italian local lockdown in the Client's Municipality or area of residence..

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HEALTH ASSISTANCE INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Optional) +1,5% of the rental price Not only cancellation policies, but also protection during your stay. You can choose to purchase this policy in the event you should, for the duration of your stay, want coverage for:
  • Healthcare with Operations Centre 24/7;
  • Vehicle Assistance to and from the place of stay and for the entire duration of your holiday; (zona "rossa" o impossibile da raggiungere a causa di restrizioni ufficiali alla libera circolazione);
  • Healthcare for family members left at home;
  • Reimbursement of medical expenses;
  • Repeat Trip Guarantee that reimburses the unused portion without deductible in the case of medical return home or early return home.

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COVID-19 EXTRA POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Optional) 40€ each reservation To protect against any risks caused by the Covid-19 emergency, you can purchase the Covid-19 Extra Policy which protects you in the event that you or one of your travel companions are forced to extend your stay or are unable to complete it. In the event of consequences related to the pandemic that occur during your stay, if you sign up to this policy, you can request the following services:
  • Return home;
  • Advance for expenses for basic necessities;
  • Guarantee for extra medical expenses;
  • Extended stay guarantee;
  • Hospitalisation allowance;
  • Travel fee reimbursement.

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And to protect you in the case of damage caused to the property?

ZER0DEP COVER - by EuropAssistance (Mandatory) 49€ each reservation The new "Zer0Dep" guarantee protects you and allows you to have a tranquil holiday. Zer0Dep stands for "Zero deposit"; it is an insurance coverage developed in partnership with EuropAssistance which replaces the security deposit and which is therefore mandatory. The benefits of this guarantee are: you do not pay the security deposit on arrival: neither in cash nor by immobilising a substantial amount on your credit card limit;
  • you are protected in the case of eventual damage to the property caused accidentally during your stay (up to the maximum limit of 1500 euro);
  • you avoid any dispute on the responsibility of the damage and its quantification during check-out;
  • you can enjoy your villa holiday in greater tranquillity.

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"EMMA", OUR NEW APP FOR SMART SERVICE Furthermore, from spring 2021, all our properties will be supported by Emma, a multifunctional Web-App, developed in partnership with Vikey s.r.l., that will allow you to implement:
  • online check-in (entering the required details that you did not enter when booking);
  • payment of tourist tax (where due) and eventual flat-rate payments requested (eg electricity, heating, extra cleaning for animals, etc.);
  • the purchase of additional services, hospitality (extra cleaning, in-house chef, first grocery shopping, etc.) and experiences (food and wine tours, guided tours, etc.)


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