Villa Tantafera

Villa Tantafera is a splendid estate set in one of the most evocative spots of the Florentine hillside. Strategically located at a 10-minute drive from downtown Florence, it allows guests to enjoy everything the Tuscan capital has to offer: the countryside’s peace and quiet and the city’s world-celebrated art, dining and shopping!

The estate is comprised of extensive grounds and a superb historical villa dating back to the 15th century, surmounted by an ancient tower. Fully immersed in spellbinding nature and still very close to the heart of Florence. Villa Tantafera is a gorgeous property, ideal for memorable vacations of all kinds, from celebrations, to family reunions and friends’ holidays.

The villa, fully restored and refurbished with great love and care, perfectly preserves its original architecture, and boasts lovely frescoes and original fireplaces. Accommodating up to 12 guests, with state-of-the-art facilities, it provides matchless daily comfort in its 5 elegant double bedrooms and 2 single rooms. 4 of the double rooms (1 of which in Tower) and 1 of the singles have en-suite bathrooms; 1 double and 1 single room (located on first floor) share 1 adjacent bathroom. The romantic Tower, with its double room, ensuite bathroom and convenient kitchenette, is an independent apartment for 2.

Beautifully furnished and decorated by the owners, Villa Tantafera offers spacious and refined common areas, with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The fully equipped kitchen and bright oversized dining room guarantee marvelous meals, the TV room and two large living rooms are ideal for reading, relaxing and entertaining. A small guest bathroom is located on the ground floor.

Villa Tantafera boasts a unique feature in its indoor heated whirlpool tub, ideal for all seasons. Measuring 3x2 metres the tub, with adjacent private bathroom, is located on the lower garden level of the villa (allowing guests to go in and out on warm, sunny days).

Villa Tantafera offers luxuriant grounds which are comprised of a terraced garden which winds around the villa and lovely fields of shimmering olive trees. The garden has a fairytale-like atmosphere with its ponds and fountains, lemon trees, persimmon trees, flowers and splendid vines which yield “strawberry” grapes, a special, sweet variety! The rear garden, accessible from the kitchen, is an ideal spot for al-fresco dining and entertaining.

Strategically located in the Careggi hills, at a 10 minute drive from Florence’s city center, the estate provides its guests with the option of enjoying the relaxing country-side as well as the heart of the city, with its mesmerizing art and architecture, lively nightlife and countless dining and shopping opportunities. Many other Tuscan sites, such as Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lucca, as well as the smaller towns and Chianti hills and vineyards are easy to reach, by car or train.

Discover Florence, and its dazzling hillside… a veritable treasure chest! Learn about local traditions and crafts, admire the art masterpieces, savor the local cuisine and relish world-celebrated wines. Relax, experiencing the unique atmosphere… a vacation at Villa Tantafera is more than a holiday, it is the ultimate Florentine experience!