Ancient farm estate in the hills that rise above the city of Vinci (7 km, birth place of Leonardo da Vinci) and the Arno Valley. On clear days the vast panorama reaches as far as the harbour of Livorno and the islands; 7 km from the Golf Club of Montecatini Terme, 15 km from the spas of Montecatini, 30 km from the city of Lucca and 35 km from the towers of San Gimignano and from Florence, 80 km from Siena. The property is immersed in the green landscape, in an area of 65 hectares of olive groves and woods, far from the noise of traffic and in the heart of Tuscany. 10 farmhouses, restored and elegantly furnished with 19th century Tuscan style furniture, are situated round the manor villa and have a private equipped outdoor area as well as the remaining area that is shared. There is a large swimming pool with two areas, a small one (7x4, 0.50 m deep) and the other (20x10, 1.40-2 m deep) with salt water has a waterfall toward the valley with a splendid panoramic effect, to be shared among the guests of the farm. For the exclusive use of the guests: wine cellar, bar, tavern and large rooms for meetings. The farm estate, upon booking, with its natural products, prepares typical Tuscan dishes that can be tasted over candlelight under the portico. Car park. Possibility of trekking, bicycle outings and horse back riding. It is possible to purchase organic products from the farm (Chianti wine, olive oil, honey, vegetables, officinal plants, eggs and poultry). In September, on request, it is possible to take lessons on preparing sauces, marmalades and pies taken by specialists. Baby beds available to be paid for on the spot (50 Euro a week) in accommodations 1-2-4, laundry room with shared washing machine.Parking. (50 m2) Gr. fl.: living/dining room with single divan bed (TV), kitchen corner, 1 bathroom with shower. 1st fl.: 1 double bedroom. EXTRA COSTS TO BE PAID ON THE SPOT:Heating: central. - Price: upon consumption. Garantee deposit: Euro 200. Final cleaning: Euro 25 per person with a minimum of Euro 50.Electricity is not included in the renting price. Payment according to consumption (Price abt. Euro 0,30 per 1KW). AMENITIES, CHARACTERISTICS AND FACILITIES:* Class of confort: 3* Independent property* Swimming pool (open May to September unless otherwise stated)* Pets allowed* Cleaning help available (to be arranged and paid directly on the spot)* Baby-beds (free of charge or upon payment)* House also available for rent during winter* TV* Washing machine (may also have to be shared)* Cots (free of charge or upon payment* Well equipped gardens or outdoor areas* Special amenities (bicycles for hire, boats, cooking lessons, cook available, etc...)* Golf within a 15 km radius* House also available for short breaks