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TUSCAN FARMHOUSE RENTAL APARTMENTS, EAST OF FLORENCE

Casa Rignano is an 18th century farmhouse which was originally used as a religious retreat - hermitage - and is set within lovely gardens offering some splendid views. The farmhouse has been subdivided into three apartments that epitomise the Tuscan character - terracotta tiled floors compliment the wooden beamed ceilings.

The house overlooks the Vallombrosa forest and has a fine view of the Arno river, and the countryside around is filled with olive groves, vineyards and stands of tall Mediterranean trees. The apartments are in a secluded, idyllic setting where all you can hear are the birds singing and the wind whispering through the trees.

Within five minutes drive from the apartments there are two small towns, Pontassieve and Rignano sull’Arno'. Here you can find all the local amenities you would expect, including a supermarket, restaurants, and also trains and buses to Florence and beyond.

All of the apartments are fully furnished and decorated to a high standard; the kitchens have all that you require to conjure up your very own traditional Tuscan fare, and a dishwasher to save you from the chore of washing up after your culinary explorations. All the flats are centrally heated ensuring that you will be comfortable no matter what time of year you decide to visit. A pool is being readied for the 2003 season.

APARTMENT LA FAVILLA - 170 M², SLEEPS 7

The apartment comprises a large living room with an open fireplace, and it's a few steps down to the well equipped kitchen. To the right of the sitting room is a passage way that leads to a double bedroom on the left with an adjoining bathroom with shower. Then there's another two double bedrooms (one with two single beds) and on the right a bedroom with single beds - in between there is a bathroom with shower.

APARTMENT IL PORTICO - 65M², SLEEPS 2+2

A smaller apartment, it comprises a porch that opens into the kitchen and dining area, from where a short hall leads to a living room with a sofa bed; a bathroom and a double bedroom complete the accommodation.

APARTMENT IL FIENILE - 50M², SLEEPS 2

The smallest of the apartments, it is housed in a converted barn and provides a charming romantic setting. The kitchenette and the bathroom are situated by the entrance; a flight of stairs leads up to the open plan living area that comprises a double bed, and a living/dining area. This room has a large window that has dramatic views across the valley. A large private terrace is accessed from the ground floor, and it is furnished with deck chairs and tables.

Via Curtatone e Montanara 14, 50053 Empoli, Florence, Italy