Located in the beating heart of Tuscany, this majestic estate oozes history with its imposing castle tower, hunting trophies, antique furnishings and valuable artwork. Set on the peak of a hill and commanding spectacular views of the rolling Tuscan countryside with the towers of San Gimignano in the distance, Villa Palazzo, Florence Area, Tuscany is reached by a winding country road through the estate's vineyards and olive groves. Built in the 13th century and passed down through the ages by various noble families, Luciano was last renovated in 2004.
The main living areas on the ground floor open out onto gracious lawns and an shaded alfresco dining area. A separate building houses the games room with its upper floor, panoramic roof terrace. A fully restored and consecrated chapel make this an ideal location for weddings, christenings and other such events. The terraced gardens provide privacy and peace with the pool on a lower terrace, close to the house, but with inspiring views framed by lines of slender cypress trees. 
The 4 bedrooms on the upper floor of the main house all offer views over the gardens and each has a private bathroom accessed across the main landing corridor.  A 5th bedroom is located on the ground floor with bathroom. The master bedroom has exterior access and is located in the castle tower, with a private sitting room on the ground floor, bedroom with large fireplace and en-suite bathroom on the upper floor and then a rooftop terrace above. 
With its library, Satellite TV, DVD, WiFi, games room, BBQ and extensive grounds, Palazzo is an ideal based for vacationing families with the cultural cities of Florence and Siena, iconic San Gimignano, and the food and wine haven of Chianti within easy reach.
Included in the Rate: Electricity up to 300 kWh/week; extra electricity charged at €0.70/kWh, Water and final cleaning, Continental breakfast daily: between 8:30 am and 11:30 pm, Housekeeping service daily – bedrooms only: 9:00 am -12:00 pm
Not Included in the Rate: Electricity over 300 kWh/week charged at €0.70/kWh, Heating, if required, charges depending on usage: €5.50/unit during months that require heating. Note: The heating will be turned on two (2) days prior guests’ arrival in order to reach the desired temperature, Additional housekeeping: €15/hour/staff member, Cook service – No third-party suppliers allowed: the services will be provided by the villa management and in-house staff, Cost of food and beverage, Babysitting service, depending on availability, Telephone charges
Note: Maximum 4 children (age 12 or younger), Washing machine, dishwasher and any major cooking appliances may only be used by the staff
Service Charge: 5
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Located in the beating heart of Tuscany, this majestic estate oozes history with its imposing castle tower, hunting trophies, antique furnishings and valuable artwork. Set on the peak of a hill and commanding spectacular views of the rolling Tuscan countryside with the towers of San Gimignano in the distance, Villa Luciano, Florence Area, Tuscany is reached by a winding country road through the estate's vineyards and olive groves. Built in the 13th century and passed down through the ages by various noble families, Luciano was last renovated in 2004.
The main living areas on the ground floor open out onto gracious lawns and an shaded alfresco dining area. A separate building houses the games room with its upper floor, panoramic roof terrace. A fully restored and consecrated chapel make this an ideal location for weddings, christenings and other such events. The terraced gardens provide privacy and peace with the pool on a lower terrace, close to the house, but with inspiring views framed by lines of slender cypress trees.
The 4 bedrooms on the upper floor of the main house all offer views over the gardens and each has a private bathroom accessed across the main landing corridor. A 5th bedroom is located on the ground floor with bathroom. The master bedroom has exterior access and is located in the castle tower, with a private sitting room on the ground floor, bedroom with large fireplace and en-suite bathroom on the upper floor and then a rooftop terrace above.
With its library, Satellite TV, DVD, WiFi, games room, BBQ and extensive grounds, Luciano is an ideal based for vacationing families with the cultural cities of Florence and Siena, iconic San Gimignano, and the food and wine haven of Chianti within easy reach.
The Weekly Rate includes : Host / Concierge service on site, host prepares Continental Breakfast daily (coffee, tea, milk, bread, toast, biscuits, marmalade, fruit juice, yogurt, cereal & eggs), housekeeping service daily, pool towels changed weekly, bed & bath linens changed weekly, end of stay cleaning, estate manager on call, gardener & pool maintenance regularly and utilities (water, gas, electricity up to 300 kW / week, gas & WiFi). Additional cost : electricity over 300 kW, heating, telephone (payable locally).
General information : Luciano is 280m above sea level and is only 40km south west of Florence. It offers 640 sq. m of interior living space, and 10 hectares of grounds.
Getting there : Florence Airport 45 mins. Pisa Airport : 50 mins. Rome Airport : 3 hrs.
Damage Deposit : 20% of the rental rate payable by wire transfer prior to the arrival.
Additional amenities include: gated property, gardener, villa orientation, rates set in euros. prices in other currencies my fluctuate., cd player, games library, all extra charges to be paid at end of stay in local currency., tub, air conditioning - bedrooms, espresso/nespresso, housekeeper(s), heating, short walk to village, voltage - 220, property manager on call, housekeeper-prepared breakfast, alfresco dining area, coffee maker, complimentary continental breakfast, interior bedrooms, outdoor, chef/cook, bed and bath linens, private, TV - flat-screen, TV - satellite, pool person.