Location: Prato / Prato / Toscana / Italy
Capacity: 24 pax.
Beach: 43 Km
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Bathrooms: 10 |
10 bathrooms en suite | |
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Bedrooms: 10 |
10 bedrroms which mantain the house's style | |
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Garden: 1 |
Italian style garden, wood | |
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Heating: 1 |
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Kitchen: 1 |
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Living Room: 2 |
2 living room | |
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Pool: 1 |
1 swimmingpool 12x6 mt. | |
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Terrace: 2 |
The VILLA RUCELLAI DI CANNETO is situated within a beautiful hilly position in the Valley of the river Bisenzio, 4 km outside of Prato.
Prato is located in North Tuscany, about 20 km north-west from Florence. Nearby the triangle of Poggio a Caiano - Artimino - Carmignano (Medici villas, Etruscan escavations, wine), small villages as Vaiano (Abbey San Salvatore), Vernio and Montemurlo.
In less than one hour by car one can reach Pistoia (20 km), Lucca (60 km), Pisa (78 km), Montecatini (35 km) as well as the picturesque Versilian Coast (80 km).
Also Arezzo (100 km), Siena (90 km), San Gimignano, Montalcino, to name only a few, are within easy reach.
The city of Prato itself, has a beautiful historical center that is worth being visited. In 1901, the famous German writer Hermann Hesse was already talking about Prato, the delicious biscotti di Prato (biscuits), also called cantuccini and the friendly people.
The Villa Rucellai is one of the most important constructions within the surrounding area of Prato. According to historical reconstructions, in the course of the centuries the villa underwent various changes.
Originally, the villa was only a fortified tower that was changed into a L-formed grand villa. It is impressive how the villa is well-inserted in the landscape of the Val di Bisenzio.
The fortified tower was built during the Middle Ages. Today it is still possible to see part of the belltower from the marvellous park as well from the entrance. In the 15th century, the tower was changed into a typical Tuscan master villa of rich people with a fish-breeding pond in front of the house. This pond was mentioned in the animal-tales by Agnolo da Firenzola, Abbot of the Abbey of San Salvatore at Vaiano.
In the 1970's, the pond was changed into a swimming pool. In 1427, the Villa Rucellai was mentioned in the first land register of Florence as property of the Vinaccesi-family. They sold the estate in 1458 to Diotisalvi Neroni adviser of the son of Cosimo il Vecchio. He joined a conspiracy against the Medici in 1466 that failed. After that, the whole property was confiscated and purchased by Lorenzo Davanzati as a dowry for his daughter Titta.
She married Francesco Del Tovaglia. In the 16th century, the tower and the villa were connected to one unique renaissance building.
Even today, the villa has maintained the same appearance. In the part of the tower, today there is the entrance hall with typical 16th century vaults. The coat of arms of the Del Tovaglia is still above the main door to the park.
In 1740, Girolamo de Pazzi became the owner of the villa. Through the marriage of his daughter Teresa Benvenuta with Giuseppe Rucellai, in 1759, the villa became property of the Rucellai family. Even today, it is still their property.
The Rucellai family lives in one part of the villa. The other part was changed into sober guest rooms and bathroom without altering the charme of the past centuries. It is also possible to rent parts of the villa for conferences, seminars, concerts, etc. The farm produces wine, olive oil, honey, jam, marmelade, fruit and vegetables.
The Guest rooms
Today, the Rucellai-Piqué family lives in one part of the villa. The other part was changed into sober guest rooms, without alterating the charm of the past times. There are 10 rooms with bathroom/shower at the guest's disposal. Every room is different in style and it is possible to book single, double and triple rooms.
The Living-room
In the living-room our guests can relax, enjoying literature, conversations with other people, playing chess....
The Breakfast Room
Breakfast is every morning between 8.00 and 11.00 in the cosy breakfastroom. At the buffet, one can choose between tea, coffee, milk, bread, butter, marmalade, cornflakes, eggs.... Who likes to have breakfast outside can do this on our charming terrace that offers a marvellous view over the Val di Bisenzio.
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-Tourist and gastronomical routes with guide.
-Transport and pick up service.
SPECIAL FOR WEDDINGS, MEETINGS AND BACHELOR PARTY. 10 ROOMS IN THE MAIN HOUSE AND LOG CABIN FOR TWO PEOPLE IN THE GARDEN, AND A CABIN FOR 10 PEOPLE. POOL AND BILLIARDS. BAR IN THE GARDEN. CAPACITY FOR 40 PEOPLE, PARKING FOR 100 CARS.
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