Novellina

La Novellina – Private Villa with Pool in Chianti, Tuscany AT A GLANCE • Location: Fiano, Chianti, Tuscany • Sleeps: up to 10 guests • Bedrooms: 5 air-conditioned bedrooms with private ensuite bathrooms • Bathrooms: 6 • Swimming Pool: private 5 × 10 m fenced pool with panoramic views • Estate: 30-hectare organically certified estate • History: 11th-century watchtower on the historic Via Francigena • Walk to village: Fiano, approx. 20 minutes via a country trail; 1 km by road • Nearby: San Gimignano 20 min · Volterra 40 min · Florence 45 min · Siena 50 min • Services & Experiences: cook service, cooking classes and farm product tastings available on request • Ideal for: families, multigenerational groups and friends La Novellina – Historic Villa on an Organic Estate in Chianti La Novellina is an elegant private villa in the Chianti countryside of Tuscany, near the village of Fiano. Set within a 30-hectare organically certified estate, the villa accommodates up to 10 guests in 5 air-conditioned bedrooms, each with a private ensuite bathroom, and features a private 5 × 10 m swimming pool with panoramic views over the Chianti hills. Originally built in the 11th century as a watchtower along the historic Via Francigena, La Novellina combines authentic Tuscan architecture with modern comfort. Original terracotta floors, exposed wooden beams and stone details preserve the character of the historic residence, while spacious indoor and outdoor areas provide a comfortable setting for families, multigenerational groups and friends. Adjacent to the main house is a separate farmhouse where the English-speaking owner lives. He is available to assist guests when needed while respecting their privacy. The garden, pergola and swimming pool are completely private and reserved exclusively for villa guests. The surrounding organic estate includes approximately 2,000 olive trees, vegetable gardens, fruit trees, medicinal herbs and saffron cultivation. Guests can enjoy authentic Tuscan experiences including private cook or chef services, cooking classes, wine and olive oil tastings and other activities available on request. La Novellina is ideally positioned for exploring Tuscany, with San Gimignano approximately 20 minutes away, Volterra 40 minutes, Florence 45 minutes and Siena 50 minutes by car. Outdoor: Private Garden & Tuscan Countryside La Novellina offers private outdoor spaces surrounded by the Tuscan countryside, with panoramic views over the Chianti hills. Guests can enjoy the private garden, shaded pergola and outdoor dining areas for breakfasts, lunches and dinners in the open air. The private 5 × 10 m swimming pool is set within a fenced area with sun decks, a shaded gazebo and outdoor lounge spaces. The villa is part of a 30-hectare organically certified estate with approximately 2,000 olive trees, vegetable gardens, fruit trees, medicinal herbs and saffron cultivation. All outdoor areas used by villa guests, including the garden, pergola and swimming pool, are private and reserved exclusively for guests. Services: Experiences & Concierge Services A range of services and authentic Tuscan experiences can be arranged on request: • Private chef, cook service, breakfast and welcome dinner • Wine, olive oil and cheese tastings • Cooking classes • Vespa tours, cycling and trekking • Private driver and car or bike rental • Airport and train station transfers • Seasonal truffle hunting • Grocery pre-stocking • Extra maid service Attractions: Exploring Tuscany from La Novellina La Novellina is located near Fiano in the Chianti countryside, providing an excellent base for exploring Tuscany’s historic towns, wine region and cultural attractions. Approximate driving times are: • San Gimignano – 20 minutes • Volterra – 40 minutes • Florence – 45 minutes • Siena – 50 minutes • Pisa and the Versilia coast – approximately 1 hour • Certaldo and Monteriggioni – within easy reach The surrounding Chianti countryside offers wineries, olive oil producers, traditional restaurants and scenic roads. Guests can combine sightseeing with wine and food experiences, cooking classes, cycling, trekking and guided tours. Swimming Pool: Private Panoramic Swimming Pool The private swimming pool measures 5 × 10 m and is located in an exclusive fenced area overlooking the Chianti hills. Sun decks, a shaded gazebo and outdoor lounge areas provide comfortable spaces for relaxing beside the pool. Golf: Golf in Tuscany • Castelfalfi Golf Club – 25 km, 27-hole championship course • Montelupo Golf Club – 28 km, 9-hole course • Circolo Golf dell’Ugolino – 35 km, historic 18-hole course Local Transport: Just 6 km from La Novellina, Certaldo train station provides fast and easy connections to Florence, Siena, Pisa, and the main Tuscan airports. Parking: Private Parking is available inside the property offering convenience and security for guests travelling with car. Unit Description La Novellina is arranged over three floors, with 5 air-conditioned bedrooms, each with a private ensuite bathroom. The layout combines double, king-size and flexible twin/double configurations, making the villa suitable for families and groups travelling together. Ground Floor Entrance and hall Bedroom 1: air-conditioned double bedroom with a double bed and private ensuite bathroom with shower, the bedroom has direct access to thr garden Dining room table for 12 Fully equipped kitchen with direct access to the garden Additional small bathroom with shower under the loggia Main Floor Spacious living room with modular sofa and decorative fireplace ( not to be used) access to a covered balcony overlooking the Tuscan countryside Bedroom 2: air-conditioned bedroom with a king-size bed (203 × 193 cm) and private ensuite bathroom with shower Bedroom 3: air-conditioned double bedroom with a double bed that can be separated into two single beds. The private ensuite bathroom has both a bathtub and a separate shower. Bedroom 4: smaller air-conditioned bedroom with two single beds that can be joined to form a double bed. Due to its smaller size, this room is particularly suitable for children. Private ensuite bathroom with shower. Upper Floor Bedroom 5: air-conditioned double bedroom with a double bed that can be separated into two single beds, with private ensuite bathroom with shower. This bedroom enjoys the best views over the surrounding Tuscan countryside. Bathrooms The villa has 6 bathrooms in total: 5 private ensuite bathrooms serving the bedrooms, plus 1 additional bathroom with shower located under the loggia. Additional Interior Features All 5 bedrooms are air-conditioned All bedrooms have private ensuite bathrooms Mosquito nets are provided on the bedroom windows Selected bedrooms can be arranged as either double or twin rooms The villa extends over approximately 300 m² Accessibility Note Access to Bedroom 5 on the upper floor is through an entrance that is approximately 10 cm lower than standard door height. Guests should take this into consideration when assessing accessibility. Hygiene & Comfort The villa follows strict protocols for cleaning and sanitization, handled by professional operators. Every detail has been considered to ensure a comfortable and memorable stay. Why Choose La Novellina • Prime location for Florence, Siena, Pisa, and a 25-minute walk to the village • Sleeps up to 10 guests across 5 ensuite bedrooms on 3 floors • Private swimming pool with panoramic Tuscan views • Part of a 30-acre organic farm producing extra virgin olive oil and saffron • Ideal for family vacations, reunions, and multi-generational trips • A unique combination of luxury, nature, history, and authentic Italian hospitality Accessibility Notes • Retains original Tuscan structure, including terracotta floors, wooden beams, and decorative fireplace • Some areas have small steps or uneven levels, and the top floor entrance is slightly lower than standard • Guests with limited mobility should exercise caution Security & Privacy • External video camera monitors only two entrances and detects movement only (no facial recognition) • All guest-exclusive areas, including the garden and pool, remain completely private and free from surveillance Sitting Room: located at the main floor large sofa, TV, opens to a covered balcony Kitchen: Ttwo-level kitchen with garden access! Fully equipped with a 6-burner stove, oven, dishwasher, washer/dryer, fridge, microwave, coffee machine, kettle, and toaster. Large table with benches makes it perfect for family meals or entertaining guests. Modern, functional, and ideal for a comfortable stay Bedrooms: Bedrooms La Novellina has 5 air-conditioned bedrooms, each with a private ensuite bathroom, comfortably accommodating up to 10 guests. The bedrooms are distributed across the three floors: • 1 air-conditioned double bedroom on the ground floor • 3 air-conditioned bedrooms on the main floor, including a king-size double bedroom, a double bedroom with separable beds and a twin bedroom with joinable beds • 1 air-conditioned double bedroom on the top floor All bedrooms are equipped with mosquito nets. Bathrooms: 5 full ensuite bathrooms plus a toilet room