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TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61399 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Londa ,Florence, Tuscany
  • Castello di Nipozzano
    32 min drive
  • The Mall Luxury Outlet
    37 min drive
  • Historic Centre of Florence
    46 min drive
  • Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    78 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Londa

With a stay at this villa in Londa, you'll be 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Museo Archeologico Comprensoriale and 9.7 mi (15.7 km) from Dreolino Winery. .This family-friendly villa is 12.4 mi (20 km) from Foreste Casentinesi-Monte Falterona-Campigna National Park and 12.4 mi (20 km) from Mulino a Vento - Fattoria Lavacchio.
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What's nearby

  • Castello di Nipozzano - 32 min drive - 16.5 miles
  • The Mall Luxury Outlet - 37 min drive - 20.4 miles
  • Historic Centre of Florence - 46 min drive - 25.4 miles
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 46 min drive - 25.7 miles
  • Ponte Vecchio - 46 min drive - 25.5 miles

Getting around

  • Contea Londa Station - 21 min drive
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Alimentari Schiacciate Consumi - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Chalet Gli Abeti - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Lago D'argento di G. Cicali & C SAS - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bar Pasticceria Leverò - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Da ì Gela Gelateria Yogurteria - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

medieval watch tower and pool, near Florence, suitable for remote working

The villa is the oldest building of a medieval small hamlet and dates back to the XIII century, it was originally a watch tower, it has been recently restored keeping its original structure. The rooms are all on the first floor while the ground floor is not inhabited. The wide living room is central and has its original stone floor and fireplace, the 2 windows offer a wonderful view of the valley and from one of them you can see the lovely pool (13x7m). Both the living room and the kitchen open on a large porch ideal for sitting and dining in the open. Two of the bedrooms have double beds and one has 2 single beds, all the rooms have their original wooden beamed ceilings . Both bathrooms are modern and comfortable. A large room, provided with wireless internet and suitable for remote working is located at the ground floor, it is separate from the other rooms of the villa and it has a desk with its comfortable deskchair , a bookshelf and a long bench with pillows , this service is not included in the rental price. The villa has a private, large and fenced garden provided with outside furniture. The pool is located 250m from the villa and is shared with the guests of another holiday house of the medieval hamlet which belongs to the owner's family. In summer, after a day trip to one of the art towns of Tuscany, you will appreciate your return to Torre della Musica where the evenings are always breezy. No need of air conditioning in the house, air conditioning is not provided, but we can provide fans on request ( no extra charge).
In May and October you may need heating, comfortable central heating is not included in the rental price .

Owner's profile:
The medieval hamlet was part of a century old farm which belonged to my mother's family. The farm is now run by my nephews, they farm organic and can offer excellent extra virgin oil from our olive groves and excellent wine from their beautiful vineyards. Torre della Musica ( the villa I offer for rent) is one of the 6 houses which make up the medieval hamlet, they belong to me and to my sisters. I spend as much time as I can in a house close to Torre della Musica because the place is green and peaceful and close to Florence even if secluded.
Make yourself comfortable in this villa, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Adriana

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: only in the porch or in the garden

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: only 1 pet / reservation, only polite dogs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT048025C2TOCHROV7

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

medieval watch tower and pool, near Florence, suitable for remote working Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alma P., Dedham

Liked: Cleanliness
our stay
We enjoyed it all!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Adrianna is a lovely host and the villa is beautiful with amazing views and a very well kitted out kitchen which makes food prep easy. You can drive down to contea Londa and get the train to the centre of Florence (we did it a few times). The pool area is really lovely.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old World Charm
The stone house was like stepping back into the time of castles and knights. The setting was up in the hills above the nearest town. The hostess was kind and helpful. It provides the experience of living, shopping and driving through rural Italy.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chandler C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical property and gracious hospitality
Our stay at Adriana's gorgeous home exceeded our expectations. She is a kind, energetic, responsive host exuding Italian dolce vita not only in our interactions but also in the way she has created this magical property. There are happy flowers all over--inside and out--and the Tuscan landscape is gorgeous both near (right outside the doors and windows) and far on the surrounding hillsides. The home was perfectly neat, elegant, tastefully and traditionally decorated, well-stocked. We enjoyed sleeping with open windows which allowed us to wake to a symphony of birds each morning. The home is a very old watch tower, which provides quite an aesthetic vibe, but is also modern and comfortable in the important ways (i.e., the bathrooms and kitchen!) The pool area is a short hike down the hill and absolutely worth the walk. It's beautiful, serene, perfectly Tuscan and quite photogenic. My boys loved being in that pool and their only regret from our trip is that we spent more afternoons lounging there. I discovered a lovely hike (1-hour loop) from the property, and Adriana provided great tips for local restaurants and outings. Florence is about an hour's drive away--not too bad--although the fifteen minutes from Londa to the property is gorgeous but a narrow road that is a bit harrowing the first time but you habituate after a couple runs. Our most perfect afternoon of all our two weeks in Italy was a summer rainstorm that swept over the property. This place is the perfect combination of an elegant, classic structure plus natural elements of birds, bees, and rolling slopes. Along with Adriana's kindness and zest, this place is very special indeed. Thank you.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

PLAUTO D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Tuscany
Easy process.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Off the beaten path - in a good way
This property is special. My goal in Italy was to not have everyone else’s holiday, and this place delivered. I won’t lie - I was a bit intimidated by the drive up to the house initially, but by the next day I was a pro. Didn’t spend much time in town other than shopping at the market. Easy train to Florence from the Contea-Londa station. Above all else, Adrianna is a pleasant and responsive host.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M., Chester Springs

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home
Spent two weeks in this lovely home. Secluded location with beautiful surroundings. The pool was a great way to cool off after a day in Florence. Adriana was wonderful helpful in every way. We hosted quests throughout our stay a lovely home to spend time with friends and family. We really felt it was our home to enjoy.

10/10 Excellent

joe p.

Worth every Penny. Truly Wish I could move to this part of Italy.
Adrianne, and her entire family have a gem of a property. From the awesome home we stayed at, to their oil mill,(which the sister did a masterful job of explaining why their olive oil is second to none, and been in the family for over 300 years.), to the special bottle of of wine they had waiting for us upon check in. The home had the most character I have ever stayed in, There story of the guard tower was great, The views inspiring, and the best thing is that all I could hear were the birds and the bees. We stayed here 8 days, and basically saw all of Tuscany from our base. Do the Dante hike in the national park next to Londa, Go the center centre on Saturday evening and mix with the locals, Great produce in the local markets. You will definitely need a car, it is approximately an hours drive from Florence. My family of four did all of the tourist attractions in Rome, Florence, and Cinque Terre, but give me the serenity of our stone built Villa in Londa, Don't hesitate to book. Bravo Adrianne....
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Donald M.

Beautiful property
If you looking for a quiet place in a beautiful setting look no further. The house is very spacious, way more than the 2 of us needed! This stop was the highlight of our 2 weeks in Italy. You will need a car to access the property but there is a train station just a short drive away and this is how I would recommend traveling into Florence. Lucca and Sienna are an easy 1 hour drive. Londa is a charming town with a small grocery store and a bar just down the hill from the house. Adriana was super nice and helped answer any questions we had about the area and travel. Looking fiorward to staying there again some day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

jeanne p.

Heavenly!
We can not say enough good things about this property or about our hostess Adriana who lives in the house next door. She greeted us and spent time showing us all the features of this well-equipped house and even presented us with a bottle of delicious red wine from her family's vineyard and put vases of her beautiful pink roses in every room! She made sure we were comfortable and gave us great tips for visiting the region and local restaurants. She was always there to cheerfully answer any questions we had and spoke excellent English. Although the house is remotely located, we did not mind the drive through the hills since we were well rewarded with fantastic views of the Tuscan hills and a home with true character. Adriana has made sure that the home really feels like your home by providing a comfortable bed with nice linens and soft towels, a well stocked kitchen with plenty of dishes and cooking utensils and comfortable sitting areas both inside and out. It is beautifully decorated with her own personal treasures and was extremely clean and well cared for. One can tell she has a true pride of ownership of this property! We enjoyed our breakfasts and dinners on the covered terrace filled with pots of red geraniums and evenings listening to the sounds of nature. Although there is no air conditioning, the thick stone walls keep the inside temperature pleasantly cool and there are screens on the bedroom windows which provide plenty of air flow during the evening hours. We actually looked forward to returning to this rental every day to enjoy its ambience and relax in its surroundings after touring Tuscany in the hot summer sun. I highly recommend staying here and experiencing the true heart of Tuscany!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Veronica M.

Magical days at Torre della Musica
We stayed at Torre della Musica for a week. The property is even better than the pictures. Adriana is a very gracious host. When we arrived every room had freshly cut roses and other flowers from her beautiful garden. The week of our stay was very hot in Tuscany and we looked forward to returning to the cool of the hills and the villa. The swimming pool was also very refreshing. The villa is a little out of the way, so driving in the countryside is not for people used to the autobahn, but believe me, it is worth it. Thank you, Adriana, for the wonderful memories. Veronica, John, Sasha and Franziska
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

chris w.

Wonderful place
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Adriana and her family were wonderful. All our questions were answered and we even picked up some wine and olive oil from the family label. The place was as amazing as we could imagine. We spent our days traveling the countryside and our evenings cooking and relaxing in the peaceful countryside. Thank you again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Krysti E.

Not just a place to sleep!
What a wonderful place! We were warmly greeted and shown around and found the place to be fully equipped with just about anything we could want. We were at the end of our vacation, and spent some time exploring around, but were also very content to enjoy the view, and the property. It is a wonderful place with so much character - I highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mariam C.

Photos don't do it justice!
We spent 2 wonderful weeks at Torre Della Musica! The house is stunning and the views match. You know when you are on holiday when you hear the cicadas and you can see the stars, comets and universes in this rural mountainous spot. The house and kitchen is well equipped, the beds are really comfortable and my 18 month old loved the garden. We had to watch him like a hawk around the terrace and steep stairs to the property however which didn't favour little feet but waking up to breakfasting al fresco was a joy. The house lends itself to all holiday tastes, it is a wonderful place to soak in glorious Italian quiet countryside but if you like to explore Tuscany, it was a great base for visiting Florence and surrounding towns and Chianti-shire. Adriana is a fabulous host and was available to help whenever we needed anything. The Torre della musica really was a harmonious and melodic place. Wonderful!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

Tranquility and Beauty in the Tuscany Hillside
My family and I stayed at Adriana's home for 6 nights. We found it full of character, beautifully decorated, yet easy to care for with a 3 and 5 year old. The yard was large and fenced in so the little ones could safely play outside. The rooms were spacious and lovely. Everything about this house has character. We loved sitting outside in the evening on the outdoor porch, drinking wine and talking. The view is stunning from the house and is, in our opinion, the top house in that area. It is a little walk to the pool but worth it. The view and tranquility surround you as you soak up the sun or swim in the pool. The train is easy to catch but you need to get the schedule beforehand to plan your trip- look for the "R" sign, as the R stands for train, otherwise you can take the bus in. Trains run frequently to Florence (50 minutes to get there) and you are dropped off at the city center. Adriana was very helpful and speaks English which was a help to us. Even though it is a late check-in you can spend some time at the pool before hand, with confirmation from Adriana, and just keep your luggage in your car until check in, so don't let the late check-in deter you. We loved this house and location so much we really didn't want to leave! Sharon D. Toronto Canada
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Fanastic, spacious and well-equipped villa
Just back from a week’s stay in this villa. We were very impressed by the amount of space that we had and how comfortable it was. It was perfect for relaxing after a hectic week of sight seeing. The villa was very well equipped and had everything you needed to cook for a large party. The nearest village (Londa) had 2 small supermarkets that’s well stocked, only downside was that fresh sea food was hard to come by. There was also a well stocked butchers and grocery in the village. We didn’t go to any local restaurants, so not sure of their quality. The views from the front and back of the villa were breath taking. I spent many happy hours just sitting on the balcony soaking up the views and reading.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Alter Wasserturm
Herrlicher Wasserturm aus dem 13. Jahrhundert, top renoviert. Vielleicht etwas dunkel und relativ einsam. Was fehlt, ist eine Terrasse mit Sonnenlicht. Der gezeigte Pool ist nicht am Haus.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulrich M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Entspannte Tage
Super schönes Haus, gemütlich und liebevoll eingerichtet und eine sehr nette und hilfsbereite Vermieterin. Entspannung pur in einem traumhaften Ambiente
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Markus N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderschöne Steinvilla mit Geschichte
Bein Anreise im August 2024 wurden wir sehr nett von Adriana der Gastgeberin empfangen. Wir wurden in die Geschichte der Steinvilla aus dem 13 Jahrhundert von Adriana eingeführt. Die Villa ist sehr gut erhalten und aufwendig mit ursprünglichem Erhalt renoviert. Hier kann man Ruhe finden, mit tollen Wanderwegen. Der Pool liegt ein paar Meter weg (8 min. Fußweg) und ist ein Gemeinschaftspool, eine sehr gepflegte Anlage. Man sollte wissen, das die Straße zum Haus sehr schmal ist. Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen und sind erholt nach Hause gekommen. Wir bedanken uns bei Adriana für die Gastfreundlichkeit. Das Haus war sehr sauber und uns wurden Handtücher zur Verfügung gestellt.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harald S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toralf W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderschönes Objekt inmitten toller Natur
Genau solche Häuser mögen wir- altehrwürdig mit viel Holz und Steinen, und das alles in einem tollen Zustand. Liegt in Bergen der Toskana, Natur pur, zwei prima Bäder, Küche mit allem was man üblicherweise benötigt, großes Wohnzimmer, mehrere Schlafzimmer, Veranda, Parkplatz innerhalb des Grundstückes.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Marion B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wohnen in der Burg
Alles in Allem sehr schön und sauber. Die Gastgeberin Adriana ist sehr nett. Der Pool ist ebenfalls top, dürfte aber etwas näher liegen. Da das Haus außerhalb liegt, ist ein Auto für die tägl. Besorgungen (Frühstück) erforderlich.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tobias G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply great!
We stayed at torre della musica for two weeks. Adriana is a wonderful host. The house is remarkable, outside and also interior. The kitchen was the best and most complete we saw in a long while. The distance to the pool was a bit more than we anticipated, but that was not a problem. Overall, we were very happy with everything. Full recommendation!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Volker H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Toskana Urlaub 2022
Das wunderschöne Steinhaus liegt in den Hügeln zwischen Londa und Vierle. Das Haus bietet Alles was man für einen unvergesslichen Urlaub benötigt. Der Poolbereich ist eine sehr gepflegte Anlage. Die Vermieterin Adriana ist sehr nett und kümmert sich um Alles.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan Philipp S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ein Urlaub zum Träumen im Torre de la Musica
Das Haus ist absolut zu empfehlen. Die Lage ist perfekt für Ruhebedürftige, man gelangt jedoch mit dem Auto auch rasch und problemlos nach Florenz und in die Umgebung. Eine Bahnststion befindet sich ebenfalls in der Nähe. Haus und Grundstück befinden sich in tadellos gepflegtem Zustand.. Adriana, die Gastgeberin, hat alles mit großer Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet und wunderbar dekoriert. Alle notwendigen technischen Geräte - insbesondere Waschnaschine und Geschirrspüler - sind vorhanden. Besonders reizvoll ist der Ausblick ins Tal. Man erreicht fußläufig den Swimming Pool des Hauses, der sich ca. fünfhundert Meter hangabwärts befindet. Auch diese Anlage ist hervorragend gepflegt und idyllisch zwischen Olivenbäumen gelegen. Adriana hat uns einen herzlichen Empfang bereitet. Wir wurden mit einer Flasche selbst gekeltertem Wein und Olivenöl aus eigener Herstellung begrüßt; überall im Haus befanden sich frische Blumen. Adriana war immer ansprechbar und hat uns viele wertvolle Tipps gegeben. Der Kontakt mit ihr war sehr freundlich. Am Ankunftstag hat sich Adriana für uns sogar um einen Tisch in einem nahegelegenen Restaurant gekümmert. Unbedingt empfehlenswert ist übrigens auch die Weinführung bei Tommaso, der ein nahe gelegenes Weingut bewirtschaftet und dessen Kontaktdaten über Adriana erfragt werden können. Unser Fazit: Ein rundum gelungener, fabelhafter Aufenthalt!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022