Bed and Breakfast La Martellina Via della Martellina 19 Fiesole 50061 Italy http://www.martellina-bb-florence.it Fax: +39 (055) 65 94 022 Cellular: +39 (335) 76 84 675

General Information

An ancient mill on the Arno dating back to the 13th century
and still intact in its charm. It is completely surrounded by nature and located in the vicinity of a small village offering a bar, a newsstand, some shops and a restaurant.

The center of Florence lies less than 5 Km away and can be easily reached by car, by bus or by a bicycle path running along the riverside. There are ample and well-equipped outdoor spaces (the garden and the terrace give onto the river). In the warm days breakfast is served in the garden. The bedrooms, baths and a separate hall occupy a wing that is completely reserved to guests.

In a finely restored setting, the bedrooms are furnished with antiques and are provided with satellite-dish television. A refrigerator is available. Private parking and possibility of bikes chartering.

The B&B is immersed in the landscape of green hills that form the valley of the river. It is a veritable small oasis of tranquillity. From here one can easily visit the entire artistic wealth and heritage of the city thanks to the excellent connections (by bus, bicycle or car) or dedicate one’s time to exploring the environs of Florence, avoiding city traffic.

The bus stop is located only 200 meters from the B&B in the village square. This bus line (14A) with frequent runs crosses the entire historical center, reaches the Trade Fair and Exposition Center and ends at the Main Hospital.

Room Rates (EUR Euro)

• Accommodations: Rooms
• There are 4 guest accommodations (2 with private baths)
• Single occupancy rate is between EUR 50.00 and EUR 70.00
• Double occupancy rate is between EUR 65.00 and EUR 110.00
• The rate for each additional person is between EUR 20.00 and EUR 25.00
• Other Accommodations: Suites

Amenities

Meals

• A Full breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 8,30 am - 10,30am
• Breakfast is served in the in the garden, Breakfast Room
• Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon tea, Fruit

Policies

• Minimum stay required (two days)
• Smoking is not allowed
• We cannot accommodate guest pets
• Children are welcome
• Childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted
• Deposit amount required (50,00 euro)
• Check in time is after 05,00pm and Check out time is 10,30am
• Cancellations:
  Any reservation must be cancelled no later than three weeks in advance to receive full refund, less the 10.00 euro administrative fee. No refund is given in all other circumstances. We are a very small facility (we have only four guest rooms), and that forces us to be rather restrictive in our cancellation policy. As a matter of fact, if you cancel a reservation, it means 25% of lost income to us, because it's very unlikely that we would be able to rent your room to someone else - most visitors would have already booked a room at some other place. Large hotels can afford the "same day" cancellations - we cannot, sorry. Thank you for your understanding

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is old mill with tower
• Built in 1200
• Opened for business in 2006
• Restored / Remodeled in 2006
• Parking available (private parking near the B&B)

Location

• Location is best described as: Riverside, Countryside, Small town, Village, Wine country
  
• Nearest major city: Florence (3 miles south-east)
• Directions to property:
  The B&B is situated only 5 Km south of Florence off the state highway to Arezzo. It is suitable both as an ideal base for visiting Florence or as starting point for exursions by car, trekking or walks and bicylce rides in the Florentine or Tuscan countryside. Bicycles are available. • From the railway station: by direct bus in 20 minutes. The bus stop is 200 mt from the house. • From Highway A1 ( Milan -Rome): from the exit Firenze Sud 2 miles driving.
• Nearest major airport: FLR 10 miles
• Directions from airport:
  From the airport: by shuttle to railway station in 25 minutes and then by bus.
• Meeting places:
  • Highway A1, 2 miles
  • Airport
  • Bus
  • Train

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Claudio Marcucci
  Traveller and graphic designer
• The innkeepers speak: English, French, Italian, Spanish
• There are 2 cats on the property
• There are 2 dogs on the property

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Movie Theater, Museum, Outlet Stores, Picnic area, River, Ruins, Vineyard

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Fishing, Mountain Bike trails