Villa di Tizzano Luxurious Retreat in Tuscany

Villa di Tizzano is situated in the heart of the Chianti region, surrounded by picturesque vineyards, olive groves, and rolling hills. The neighborhood is dotted with quaint Tuscan villages, each with their own unique charm and history. Guests can explore the nearby towns of Greve, Panzano, and Radda, which offer a range of dining options, wine tasting experiences, and local markets selling fresh produce and artisanal products. The area is also rich in cultural and historical attractions, including medieval Castles, Romanesque churches, and Renaissance villas. The stunning natural beauty of the Chianti landscape provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing retreat or an adventure-packed holiday, Villa di Tizzano and its surrounding neighborhood offer a truly authentic Tuscan experience. The Villa has been the residence of many illustrious Florentine families throughout the centuries, such as the Scolari, the family of the famous general Pippo Spano, and the Pitti, before becoming the property of the Medici family. By the mid-1500s, the current main building of Tizzano was rebuilt and expanded on the ruins of the ancient Villa. In 1585, it was donated by the Grand Duke Francesco de Medici to the well-known sculptor Giambologna, and on his death passed onto his pupil Pietro Tacca. The accommodation outside the Villa remained unchanged until 1793. During the Napoleonic era, the Villa was bought by Prince Talleyrand, until the second half of the 1800s when it was purchased by Count Roberto Pandolfini and his wife Beatrice dei Principi Corsini. Since then, the Villa is still owned by the Counts Pandolfini. In 1999, Elizabeth Pandolfini inherited the ownership of the Villa from her father and began a long work of restoration and enhancement, in order to bring the structure back to its former glory. The villa presents several ancient and precious common room areas, such as the Hall of Arms, the kitchen on the ground floor of the Tower, and the elegant living room, designed with the greatest care, in harmony with the traditions and taste of Tuscan houses. On the ground floor, the Ballroom beams, characterized by an elegant coffered ceiling, painted floor, and a large Renaissance fireplace. From here we enter the formal yellow sitting room. Next to it you find the nineteenth-century library that looks out, through two large French windows, onto the romantic garden. Here, guests can choose to lose themselves in a book, surrounded by the silence and peace of the countryside, while sipping a cup of tea, and accompanied, if desired, by background classical music. The ground floor is connected to the first floor by an ornate staircase, leading to the three superior rooms christened Contessa Mita, Conte Filippo, and Cielo. On the second floor is a living room equipped with treadmills, overlooking a loggia above the garden, and the four other bedrooms: Giulia and Liz Taylor (named after the actress who was once a guest here at the end of the fifties), both with a private restroom; La Verde and La Rosa rooms with a shared bathroom. The Villa’s ’feather in its cap’ is the Federico suite, with refined eighteenth-century decorations and a 30 sqm bathroom. Whereas in the Tower room, situated in the medieval tower, even today you can still feel a fairy-tale atmosphere. Finally, the distinctiveness of the villa is completed by a beautiful botanical garden with solarium and infinity swimming pool surrounded by olive groves, from which you can enjoy a breathtaking view over the Chianti hills. Kindly be aware that the owner resides in the opposite wing of the villa, having a separate entrance and gardens to ensure complete privacy for both parties. The swimming pool is available for use from May to September. However, if you wish to use the pool during other periods, you may request access, and an additional cost could be associated with it. Additionally, A tourist tax of 2.50 Euro per person per day MUST be paid in cash upon arrival. There might be an additional charge based on utility usage. Lastly, a refundable deposit of 3000 € is required upon check-in for each booking. Security Deposit of EUR3000 to be collected upon arrival.