Villa Ulivi |
via Bolognese 163 |
Firenze |
Italy |
50139 |
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Villa Ulivi
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DESCRIPTION |
Villa Ulivi is a beautiful impressive and luxurious fifteenth century Florentine Villa located close to Florence historic centre. Access to the downtown is attainable via a comfortable walk or a short bus ride down the famous Via Bolognese. This grand Villa captures both the traditional Tuscan style and atmosphere while incorporating the comforts and amenities available today. With vineyards and olive orchards that beautify the grounds Villa Ulivi allows for a relaxing retreat from the hustle and bustle of the nearby city centre. Villa Ulivi is located in a prestigious residential area of Florence very close to the centre and to the main monuments and attractions. In spite of its central situation Villa Ulivi is immersed in a garden planted with fragrant roses and lavender at the end of a shady horse chestnuts drive. Large and elegant rooms illuminated by the Tuscan sun and open onto the gardens of the historic Villa have been added in the course of the last two centuries to the fascinating ancient wine cellars and horse stables. From the main terrace of Villa Ulivi guests can easily enjoy the view of Florence and of its incomparable unspoilt countryside. Infact the main terrace is situated on the top of the building and it opens onto a wide view of the unique Florentine landscape that was described by Fernand Braudel as the most exciting countryside in the world . At Villa Ulivi furnishings have been chosen with an eclectic taste both among Tuscan pieces of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries and from the most heterogeneous styles creating an atmosphere that is at the same time classical and particular and overall suitable for the guests who want to spend a first class charming holiday as it is usual in the most fascinating historic Florentine Villas. During their holidays guests also can use a private chapel for romantic religious services on request the best chefs can delight you with a delicious private little party Periodically owners also organize cooking classes. Excellent wine and oil are produced at the Villa. It is also available in the common areas an Internet point and the Telefax service. English French Polish and Russian are spoken.
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LOCATION |
WHERE WE ARE Via Bolognese 163 50139 Firenze FI Villa Ulivi is located in an elegant residential area of Florence very close to the center and to the main monuments. The residential area where Villa Ulivi is located is Piazza della Libert Liberty Square Fortezza da Basso Saint John s Fortress . Villa Ulivi is located very close to Saint John s Fortress the Exhibition Centre where Pitti Immagine Fashion Shows are held. Even if it is situated very next to the centre of Florence Villa Ulivi is immersed in a large park and it is surrounded by vineyards and olive orchards. It is the ideal place to stay if you want to visit Florence and its surroundings. From Villa Ulivi you can reach the centre of Florence Saint Mark Square Cathedral Square in five minutes by car or by bus you can easily take the bus number 25 or the bus number 25A. The bus stop is located 5 minutes away from Villa Ulivi. HOW TO REACH US By car From the Florence North exit of both the highways number A1 and A11 you are supposed to follow the directions to Firenze Centro Porta al Prato and then to Viali di Circonvallazione Stadio and then to Fortezza da Basso Piazza della Libert . Following the directions to Viali di Circonvallazione Stadio and to Fortezza da Basso Piazza della Libert you get into the ring road of Florence once you have reached Piazza della Libert Liberty Square you are supposed to follow the directions to Via Bolognese S. S. 65 della Futa . In this way you are led to take Via Bolognese where you meet Villa Ulivi. By train From Florence Santa Maria Novella Train Station you are supposed to take the bus number 25 25A or a taxi cab. If you take the bus you need to get off the bus once you the bus has reached La Pietra bus stop located in Via Bolognese. Then you need to walk until you meet after 100 metres Villa Ulivi at 163 Via Bolognese. By airplane In order to reach Villa Ulivi from Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport you need to take a taxi cab and to get off the taxi cab once the taxi cab has reached Villa Ulivi 163 Via Bolognese or you need to reach Santa Maria Novella Train Station by Vola in bus the bus service that links the Airport and the Station then from santa Maria Novella Train Station you need to take the bus number 25 25A. Once you have taken the bus number 25 you need to get off the bus when you reach La Pietra bus stop located in Via Bolognese and to walk until you reach after 100 metres Villa Ulivi 163 Via Bolognese . |
