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Property Overview
Located between Florence and the Chianti region and sitting majestically on the banks of the Arno River, Villa La Massa is a bucolic oasis. This Medicean architectural gem has been lovingly restored by its iconic sister property, Villa d'Este, to match the splendor of grand Tuscan villas. Timeless elegance pervades in the guest accommodations arranged in six historic buildings: the Villa Nobile; the Mulino; the Villino, the Casa Colonica, a Tuscan farmhouse with a private kitchen, the Limonaia and Villa Hombert. Overlooking the pool area is L’Oliveto bistrot, a new culinary offering for Villa La Massa, complementing the refined ambiance of the famed Il Verrocchio restaurant. A walk along the river leads to the Iris garden. There is also a beautiful stylish pool surrounded by fragrant lemon trees, olive groves, and Cypress trees. At the Arno Spa, the use of fragrances from the Tuscan landscape transports guests to the villa's garden. The product line is branded Officina Profumo Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella.
Property Highlights
1 / Location
This stunning Medicean villa stands on the banks of the Arno river, surrounded by the peaceful countryside, yet just 6 miles from Florence city center.
2 / pool
The brand-new pool is the perfect place to relax surrounded by lemon trees and cypresses
3 / Dining
The gourmet restaurant "Il Verrocchio" offers traditional Tuscan cuisine in a romantic atmosphere
Property Highlights
1 / Location
This stunning Medicean villa stands on the banks of the Arno river, surrounded by the peaceful countryside, yet just 6 miles from Florence city center.
2 / pool
The brand-new pool is the perfect place to relax surrounded by lemon trees and cypresses
3 / Dining
The gourmet restaurant "Il Verrocchio" offers traditional Tuscan cuisine in a romantic atmosphere
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Features
- Total Rooms: 24
- Total Suites: 30
- Wi-Fi
- Private Helipad
- Chef’s Garden and Cooking Classes
- Parking - Outdoor and Complimentary
- Shuttle Bus to Downtown Florence (Ponte Vecchio)
- Piano Bar - Weekends Only
- Private Cellar for Wine Tasting and Private Events
- Guided Tours to the Wineries of the Chianti Region - On Request
- Babysitting Service
- Private Transfer to Airport or Rail Station on Request
- Biking
- Jogging
- Tennis Club - Nearby and Complimentary for Hotel Guests
- Horseback Riding
- Meetings & Events
- Fitness Center
- Golf
- Spa
- Swimming Pool(s)
- Wedding Chapel
- Wine region
- Lakeside
Local Information
Villa la Massa
Via Della Massa, 24, Florence-Candeli, Fi 50012, Italy
15.8 km (31mins.) from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)
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(USA & Canada) Call 1 800 745 8883
(Japan) Call 0120-086-230 toll free (Japan Only)
(Italy) Call 800 822 005
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country dialing code
GMT+1
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Awards & Accolades
Local Recommendations
Best Activity/Excursion
Don’t miss the hilltop Castello di Verrazzano, once owned by the family of the famed explorer, and its 220 acres of vineyards. (39-055) 854-243; www.verrazzano.com.
Best Restaurant Classic
The Michelin Guide regularly bestows three stars upon this Renaissance palace restaurant, which is said to have one of the best wine cellars in Florence. (39-055) 242-757; www.enotecapinchiorri.com.
Museum Must-See
Open since 1591, the museum showcases gems like "The Birth of Venus," by Botticelli. (39-055) 238-8694; www.uffizi.firenze.it.
Top Day Trip
Florence is home to gorgeous and stately private gardens, filled with waterfalls and grottoes. Visit Italy offers in-depth tours. www.grandigiardini.it.
What to Buy
Florence has a longstanding tradition of handcrafting exquisite leather goods. One standout: Scuola del Cuoio, which offers workshops and sells purses and luggage. www.leatherschool.com.
Best View
Look out on the entire city from this square in the Oltrarno neighborhood; the view from the hilltop San Miniato church is especially stunning.
Top Architecture Find
The church—built on the site of a monastery’s kitchen garden in the 1300s—has an ornate façade consisting of 14 niches that house figures like the Virgin and Child.
Reading Suggestion
Dante’s epic poem conjures hell, purgatory and heaven, and remains an Italian literary classic.
Best City Secret
For many years, the once-secret passage built for the Medici family to escape in case of conflict was closed. The operator Florencetown now offers excellent private tours. (39-055) 012-3994; www.florencetown.com.
Best Restaurant for a Celebration
Chef Gaetano Trovato’s ever-changing menu features dishes like guinea fowl with poached egg, served in an all-white dining room located midway between Florence and Siena. (39-055) 77-92-05-49; www.arnolfo.com.