La Paggeria via di Basciano, 130 Florence 50030 Italy http://www.lapaggeria.com Phone: +0039 (055) 40 13 62 Fax: +0039 (055) 40 13 62 Cellular: +0039 (347) 67 30 449 Cellular: +0039 (335) 62 66 787

General Information

Our Bed & Breakfast is a stone villa immersed in a peaceful and quiet setting surrounded by the green of its garden with pine trees, cypresses and olive groves and is only 9 km from Florence and 4 km from Fiesole. The ancient home has fully maintained all the characteristics of the country house, hence residing here one has the feeling of being in a very familiar and cosy environment. The house is composed of five double bedrooms all with private bathroom, each with its own particular feature and furnished with utmost care and elegance. From each room and from the terrace ( 200 mq ) one may delight in the enchanting views of Florence and Fiesole. The large living room with its fireplace, piano, and a big library section are all at the guests’ disposal. During the warmest months one may choose to have breakfast served in the “ allori garden “ or on the panoramic terrace.Our guests can enjoy our beautiful SWIMMING POOL and open-air Jacuzzi surrounded by trees and plants and with a scenic view over the hills of Fiesole and Florence. From the Bed & Breakfast it is easy to reach the centre of both Florence and Fiesole thanks to the city bus lines only 100 mt from the house. In the summer evenings it’s quite enjoyable to dine outside with a typical Tuscan menu served with a good bottle of Chianti wine and to watch the lovely view of the sun setting on the city of Florence. Private parking place is available inside the grounds. Bookings for the Uffizi Gallery, Accademy Gallery and Palatina Gallery made free of charge.
SUGGESTED:Relax and visit the city, enjoy the nature just outside the centre in a small charming village.

Antonella and Paolo look forward to welcoming you for a pleasant and quite stay in the hills of Florence.

Room Rates (EUR Euro)

• Accommodations: Rooms
• There are 5 guest accommodations (5 with private baths)
• Single occupancy rate is between EUR 80.00 and EUR 110.00
• Double occupancy rate is between EUR 115.00 and EUR 145.00
• The rate for each additional person is between EUR 40.00 and EUR 45.00
• Other Accommodations: Superior room
  Suite Chalet
  Small stoned apartment for up to 3 persons immersed in our garden, consisting of: one double room, sofa-double bed in private room, kitchenette, two private bathrooms. Completely independent, perfect for families .

Amenities

Meals

• A Continental breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 8-10
• Breakfast is served in the Alloro terrace in good season, From April to October, Breakfast/dining area
• Dinner is available by special request for EUR from 25-35
• Additional food services included in room rate: Welcome drink, Afternoon tea
• Special meals available: Florentine steak

Policies

• No minimum stay required
• Smoking is allowed outside only
• Limited accommodations for guest pets
• Children are welcome (Free under 3 years old)
• Childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted
• Deposit amount required (30 % of total amount)
• Check in time is 2 - 7 p.m. and Check out time is 10:30
• Cancellations:
  Cancellation up to 30 days before arrival - Deposit will be reimborsed in full. Cancellation from 30 days before arrival to the date of arrival - 30% deposit will not be returned. No Show will incur a penalty of 100% The reservation will be held for the number of nights for the room type reserved. In the case of a short stay or early departure, for any reason whatsoever, the cost of the stay must be paid in full.
• Accepted by the following agencies:
  • ANBBA
  • B&B Toscana

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Stoned villa
• Built in 1800
• Opened for business in 2000
• Restored / Remodeled in 1985
• Parking available (Free)

Location

• Location is best described as: Bilancino Lake ( 15 km), Downtown Florence 15 minutes by drive or by bus., Fiesole 10 minutes drive, Mugello area , Mugello race( 15km), Panoramic hills around Florence, Siena, S. Gimignano 1h drive., Airport, City, Countryside, Wine country
  
• Nearest major city: Florence (7 miles north)
• Directions to property:
  Highway A1 From Bologna and the North: Exit at Barberino del Mugello and follow the signs for Borgo San Lorenzo – Vaglia towards Florence. After 10km, in the village of Montorsoli, look for the restaurant Le Terrazze situated on the right. Keep going for 300m and then turn left into Via di Basciano where you will find La Paggeria at n° 130. Highway A1 from Rome and the South: Exit: Firenze Sud towards the Viali di Circonvallazione. Stay on the Viali until you reach Piazza della Libertà. From here follow sign for Via Bolognese, uphill for 10km. After passing Pian di San Bartolo then turn right into Via di Basciano where you will find La Paggeria at n° 130. Highway A11 from Pisa, Livorno, Genoa: Exit: Firenze Nord (north) follow indications for Firenze Centro, then for Viali Circonvallazione and stay on the Viali until you reach Piazza della Libertà. From here follow the signs for Via Bolognese, uphill for 10km. After passing the village Pian di San Bartolo turn right into Via di Basciano and the Paggeria is at N° 130 By Bus: Public bus ATAF N° 25A Departure from the Santa Maria Novella Train Station Take the n° 25A bus which will take you a bus stop at Montorsoli 1 that is just five minutes from our B&B. The bus to Florence departs from Via Montorsoli (bus stop Montorsoli 1) with ATAF bus N° 25A to Santa Maria Novella, a good starting point for exploring Florence.
• Nearest major airport: FLR 10 miles
• Directions from airport:
  From Airport AMERIGO VESPUCCI Florence: In the Bus: Shuttle bus to Santa Maria Novella train station .Santa Maria NovellatTake the n° 25A bus which will take you a bus stop at Montorsoli 1 that is just five minutes from our B&B. Pick up service on request.

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Antonella Taddei
  Architecture and ethnic furniture, cooking (Paolo) Wonderful cook, animal lover (Antonella)
• The innkeepers speak: English, French, Italian, Spanish
• There is one dog on the property

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, Nature area, Fiesole and its amenities, Bilancino Lake, Mugello race, Villa Demidoff historic park and villa, Outlet Stores, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ruins, Vineyard, Winery

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Mountain bike trails - 15 kms away, Golfing - 15 kms away, Canoeing - 10 kms away, Horse riding - 10 kms away, Sight-seeing, Swimming pool