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| Le Masse 649.2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Le Masse 649.4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Le Masse 649.1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | ||
| All 3 Accommodations | 11 | 4 | 3 |
Property Summary
Nestled in the rolling Tuscan countryside of Castelfranco Di Sopra, Italy, Le Masse is a charming country house that offers an idyllic retreat for those seeking tranquillity, natural beauty, and authentic rural character. The property comprises a main house and a separate outbuilding, both set within a sprawling natural estate of 20,000 square metres, encompassing a lush garden and an open meadow. This exceptional holiday rental invites you to unwind in a sunny, peaceful setting where the owner resides on the same grounds, ensuring a warm and attentive welcome throughout your stay. Guests benefit from the convenience of internet wifi, allowing you to remain connected while immersing yourself in the serene Tuscan landscape. The generous yard surrounding the property provides ample space to breathe, explore, and enjoy the unspoiled natural environment. A lovely above-ground swimming pool measuring 9 x 4 metres completes the picture, offering a refreshing escape during the warmer months.
Outdoors
The outdoor spaces at Le Masse are a true highlight of the property, inviting you to make the most of the Tuscan sunshine and the estate's natural surroundings. The above-ground swimming pool, measuring 9 x 4 metres, is available for use from 10th May to 30th September, with opening hours running from 8:30 am to 7:30 pm each day. Whether you choose to relax poolside or take a refreshing dip on a warm summer afternoon, the pool area provides a delightful setting for leisure and relaxation. Beyond the pool, the estate's 20,000 square metres of grounds encompass a well-maintained garden and a broad meadow, offering generous space for outdoor enjoyment, leisurely strolls, and a genuine connection with the natural Tuscan environment.
Other Information
A washing machine is available on the property for shared use among guests, accessible at an additional cost. The presence of the owner on the same estate ensures that assistance is readily available should you require any support or guidance during your visit, adding a personal and reassuring dimension to your stay.
Distances and Attractions
Le Masse enjoys an enviable position just 1.3 km from the centre of Castelfranco Di Sopra, a picturesque village where you will find a supermarket, a restaurant, and a bar, all within easy reach for your everyday needs. The property's location in Tuscany places you at the heart of one of Italy's most celebrated regions, with the iconic cities of Florence and Arezzo each approximately 40 km away, making them ideal destinations for day trips filled with art, history, and culture. Whether you wish to explore world-renowned museums and Renaissance architecture in Florence or discover the medieval charm and artistic heritage of Arezzo, both cities are comfortably accessible from Le Masse, allowing you to experience the very best of Tuscany during your stay. Castelfranco di Sopra 649
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Le Masse 649.4
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| Il Forno (Ter101) 603.1 | 5 | 2 | 1 | ||
| Il Contadino (Ter102) 603.2 | 8 | 3 | 2 | ||
| Il Pescatore (Ter103) 603.3 | 5 | 2 | 1 | ||
| La Carraia (Ter100) 603.4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | ||
| La Mangiatoia (Ter104) 603.5 | 5 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Il Selleria (Ter105) 603.6 | 7 | 2 | 2 | ||
| Vecchio Cigliere (Ter106) 603.7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | ||
| All 7 Accommodations | 38 | 12 | 9 |
Property Summary
Resort "La Cerretella" is a captivating vacation rental nestled in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, originally built in 1800 and offering nine comfortable apartments for guests to choose from. Set within a sprawling 50-hectare estate of trees and meadows in Italy, this historic property combines rustic charm with a generous selection of shared amenities, making it an exceptional retreat for those seeking tranquillity and natural beauty. The resort is located just 6 kilometers from the center of Terricciola, placing guests within easy reach of local life while preserving the sense of seclusion that defines this remarkable destination. Connectivity is well catered for with Internet WiFi available on the property, ensuring guests can stay in touch throughout their stay. The expansive yard surrounding the resort offers a truly immersive countryside experience, with open meadows and mature trees providing a serene natural backdrop. A large swimming pool measuring 16 x 8 meters invites guests to relax and refresh during the warmer months, while a dedicated tennis court adds a welcome recreational dimension to the stay. Together, these facilities create an environment where rest and activity coexist in perfect harmony.
Outdoors
The outdoor spaces at Resort "La Cerretella" are among its most defining features, offering guests a rich variety of settings in which to unwind and enjoy the Tuscan landscape. The large swimming pool, measuring 16 x 8 meters, is available on a seasonal basis from May 9th to October 3rd and is complemented by a dedicated children's pool, making it an ideal space for families. An outdoor shower is conveniently located nearby for guests' use. The tennis courts are available for an additional fee and provide an excellent opportunity for active recreation amidst the natural surroundings. For more leisurely outdoor pursuits, a table tennis area and a children's playground are also available within the grounds. A terrace offers a welcoming space to relax and take in the views, while a barbecue area provides the perfect setting for alfresco dining and convivial evenings under the Tuscan sky. The entire outdoor environment benefits from the estate's 50 hectares of trees and meadows, creating a landscape that feels both expansive and intimately connected to the natural character of the region.
Other Information
Resort "La Cerretella" is accessible via a 400-meter-long motor access road, which runs along an unmade road, and parking is available directly on the premises for guests' convenience. Prospective guests should be aware that the owner does not accept any groups, ensuring that the resort maintains its peaceful and exclusive atmosphere throughout the season. This policy reflects the property's commitment to providing a calm and respectful environment for all guests in residence.
Distances and Attractions
Resort "La Cerretella" enjoys a privileged position in the Tuscan countryside, with the center of Terricciola located just 6 kilometers away and the center of Laiatico reachable within 5 kilometers, offering guests easy access to the authentic character and local amenities of both towns. A shop and supermarket are both situated approximately 5 kilometers from the resort, ensuring that everyday essentials are never far from hand. For those wishing to explore further afield, the city of Pisa lies 45 kilometers from the property, placing its world-renowned landmarks within comfortable driving distance. Beach lovers will be pleased to find that the sandy shores of Cecina Mare are just 43 kilometers away, making a day by the sea a perfectly achievable excursion. The surrounding Tuscan countryside itself offers an abundance of scenic landscapes, historic villages, and local culinary traditions waiting to be discovered, making Resort "La Cerretella" an ideal base from which to experience the very best of this celebrated Italian region. Terricciola 603
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| La Rosa | 6 | 2 | 2 | ||
| Il Tulipano | 3 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Orchidea | 4 | 1 | 1 | ||
| All 3 Accommodations | 13 | 4 | 4 |
You will discover that the 'Balze' are a landscape of rare beauty, centuries-old examples of erosion that over the years have formed towers and rocky blades that rise majestically in the valley bottom, and that will catapult you into a suggestive, almost magical world.
The Agriturismo Le Balze is located in the heart of the Alto Valdarno, at the foot of Pratomagno, and 2 km from the village of Castelfranco di Sopra. The nearest shops and supermarkets can be found in Montevarchi or San Giovanni Valdarno, about 10 km away. Here, in the small, pretty towns, you can spend an evening out for dinner or organise an aperitif with friends.
The property is divided into three apartments resulting from the restoration of old farm outbuildings close to the main house where the owners live. Traditional materials such as wood, terracotta and stone were used in the renovation carried out to maintain the building's rural and peasant origins. All the apartments overlook a wooden porch on one side, where you will have your own private space equipped with table and chairs to spend the cool summer evenings at dinner or with your family or friends.
In the large, green garden you will have a practical barbecue and a table tennis. The swimming pool in common use is located at the back of the building (size 6x12 m, depth 1.40 m - open from 10 May to 15 September) and is completely fenced. Laundry and ironing facilities in a common room.
At Agriturismo Le Balze you can taste and buy excellent wine and extra-virgin olive oil, vegetables, fruit, and all the farm's products. But certainly one of its highlights is the small restaurant (maximum 25 seats - reservation required) run by the owners and located on the ground floor of their home, open both to the public and to guests of the agriturismo, where you absolutely must, at least for one evening, taste the delicious typical dishes, which are cooked using tasty local products.
We can assure you that you will not regret it! Le Balze
You will find the Agriturismo Le Balze in the heart of the Alto Valdarno, at the foot of Pratomagno, and 2 km from the small village of Castelfranco di Sopra. All around is a natural landscape of rare beauty, which will captivate you from the first moment, characterised by the presence of the 'Balze', secular examples of erosion that over the years have formed towers and rocky blades that rise majestically in the valley bottom.
In about 30 minutes by car you will be able to reach Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance. City of the ancient Medici family, a heritage not to be missed, with its artistic masterpieces, the colourful marble of the churches and the lofty architecture, the ancient bridges over the Arno river and the majestic noble palaces with their immense gardens adorned with fountains, sculptures, grottoes, staircases and paths.
The villa is divided into three independent flats, in one of which on the ground floor there is a double bedroom with a bathroom suitable for persons with disabilities. The structure was born from the recovery of old farm outbuildings close to the main house where the owners live, who will be, albeit in a discreet manner, a point of reference for all your needs.
The owners, thanks to careful renovation using traditional materials such as wood, terracotta and stone and comfortable furnishings, have ensured that the villa is perfect for spending a comfortable and restful holiday.
Villa Le Balze overlooks on one side a wooden porch, equipped with table and chairs and perfect for your dinners and evenings in company, and the lush garden where you will have a barbecue and a table tennis. On the other side, the house overlooks the swimming pool area (size 6x12 m, depth 1.40 m - open from 10 May to 15 September), which is completely fenced off and for the exclusive use of guests.
At Agriturismo Le Balze you can taste and purchase excellent wine and extra-virgin olive oil, vegetables, fruit, and all the products of the farm. In addition, on the ground floor of the house where the owners live you will find a small restaurant (maximum 25 seats), open both to the public and to guests of the villa. We absolutely recommend that you do not miss the delicious typical dishes cooked with love by the owner in the old-fashioned way, and made exclusively with local products. Villa le Balze
Holiday home Villa Cevoli is a nice stone building (200 sq m) that includes WiFi internet and private pool. The property can accommodate up to 12 people comfortably in six bedrooms with four bathrooms. Villa Cevoli is located 2 km (1 mi) from San Pietro Belvedere, Italy and only 33 km (20 mi) from Pisa.
The owners live on the ground floor of the villa, but they are rarely at home because of business. Anyway they will always be available in case of need.
The entrance to the garden through the gate is shared with the owners.
The Experience
When you arrive you will be welcomed by the owner or manager where you’ll find a lovely clean well-maintained property ideal for a peaceful vacation in Tuscany. For your pleasure you will find a private pool where you can unwind while enjoying a nice cold beverage after a busy day of visiting museums. Outside you will also find a patio and barbecue grill. Sharing a meal with friends and family is a huge part of the Tuscan culture. Take advantage of the kitchen to prepare meals using local produce while on your vacation. The kitchen includes coffee machine, microwave and refrigerator, as well as, plenty of tableware and cutlery for up to 12 people. Dine 'al fresco' like a real Tuscan, the fully furnished patio is the ideal setting to enjoy food, family and the beautiful Tuscan weather.
Places Nearby
Most people enjoy visiting close-by cities and towns while on holiday, so for your reference this is a list of popular places with distances (as the crow flies) from the property: Pisa 33 km (20 mi), San Gimignano 43 km (26 mi), Viareggio 62 km (38 mi), Lucca 66 km (41 mi) and Florence 71 km (44 mi).
Some other major tourist destinations you should consider visiting are: Florence 71 km (44 mi), Viareggio 62 km (38 mi), Forte Dei Marmi 76 km (47 mi), Rome 353 km (219 mi), Venice 317 km (197 mi) and Milan 318 km (197 mi).
Additional Information
Check-In Time: 15:30 - 20:00
Check-Out Time: 08:00 - 10:00
Pool Open: 20 May - 30 September (If you'd like the pool open outside these dates, please make that request prior to booking)
Nearest Airports (distances as the crow flies): Pisa (psa) 34 km (21 mi), Firenze Peretola (flr) 73 km (45 mi), Bologna (blq) 165 km (103 mi), Genova (goa) 209 km (130 mi) and Milano (lin) 316 km (196 mi).
Villa Soiana