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| Location |
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One hour’s drive west of Florence in a lovely, hilly area of vineyards, poppy fields and olive groves. Within walking distance [300m/yards, uphill] of the hamlet of Vitolini with its newsstand and bar. 5km/3 miles east of Vinci and its museum. To the east, within 20 minutes, are several stunning villas built by the Medici family. To the west is Pisa and its famous Leaning Tower and the coast at Tirrenia, both 1 hour.
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| Accommodations |
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| Ground floor |
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Up six steps from the parking area to an open plan sitting and dining area with a modern kitchen and a table for four. External laundry room.
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| First floor |
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[up 14 wooden steps] Air-conditioned double bedroom opening to pool terrace with an ensuite bathroom with shower. Dressing room.
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| Grounds |
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The private swimming pool, 6 x 18m/20 x 59 feet, is shared with the owner on weekends. The pool has a depth of 0.80-2.5m/2-8 feet and a ladder for entry/exit.
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| Assistance |
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Assistance is provided locally by the property's owner, who speaks English and uses the house opposite on weekends. Services included in the rental fee, and optional services available, are noted under Price and Availability.
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| Facilities |
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Dishwasher. Microwave. Portable barbeque. Washing machine. Satellite TV [No Sky channels] with video/DVD. CD/cassette player. Air-conditioned bedroom. Central heating. Working fireplace. Mosquito nets in some windows. Mobile telephone provided.
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| Access |
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Airports: Florence, 45 minutes; Pisa, 1 hour; Rome, 3 hours 20 minutes. Railway station at Empoli, 8km/5 miles. There is a local bus service within walking distance at Vitolini. Motorway exit at Empoli Est, about 10km/6 miles along paved but winding roads. Parking for four cars.
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| Activities |
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Tennis available at Vinci. Three 18-hole golf courses within 1 hour, with a 9-hole course at Montelupo, 6km/4 miles. Several riding stables in the immediate area.
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| Small appliances |
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Hair dryer. Iron and ironing board. Kettle. Mixer. Toaster.
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| Pool details |
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The private swimming pool, 6 x 18m/20 x 59 feet, has a depth of 0.80-2.5m/2-8 feet and a ladder for entry/exit.
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| Amenities for children |
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1 high chair. 1 cot/crib.
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| Additional notes about the property |
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A couple with 6-year old child and friendly dog, usually fenced, live in the building opposite.
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