Podere La Specola

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Now here’s just the place for a celebration, able to host up to 18 family and friends with its very own al fresco party space. It’s a great base, too, for world-class sightseeing in Florence, to the north, and wine tasting in Chianti country, to the south. You’ll know you have arrived somewhere special as you drive along the avenue of cypress trees towards your own private stone hamlet – and get your first glimpse of the huge swimming pool and tempting hot tub. Villa Podere La Specola is spread across two main buildings, which are separated by a courtyard set with lemon trees and strung with overhead lights – it’s the perfect setting for a party on a balmy evening. Plus, there’s a separate cottage, tucked away in the garden. The owner’s villa is on the estate too where they live with their dog and cats.

These old stone buildings have a traditional Tuscan feel that continues inside, with original terracotta tiled floors,...