In an very vivid peaceful location with a vista of Lake Bilancino and greenish woods of the Mugello region, this former manor features been refurbished with particular attention, both interior and outside with its pale pink tones and stonework. The suites are named after some of the wild animals which live in the nearby village: Civetta (owl), Rondine (swallow), Scoiattolo (squirrel), Capriolo (roe deer) and Leprotto (hare). They are spread between the first floor and the ground floor, all planned in loft fashion, with wooden ceiling beams and terracotta floor tiles, smartly and meticulously equipped. In the idyllic breakfast room the entertaining and hospitable proprietors welcome their customers and prepare some distinctive local specialties: tasty pasta fritters, cakes, Prato biscuits are only some of the culinary joy. The swimming pool (16 x 6 metres. - open MayOct. ) is nicely placed on a natural hill verandah opposite the cottage. Barberino di Mugello 5kms, Florence 45kms, A1 motorway Barberino exit 5kms. five apts, sleeps 25 English spoken. Open all year round.

From BOLOGNA: motorway A1, Barberino retreat of the Mugello. To follow the indications for Barberino di Mugello and before entering in state, to take to the highway for Montecuccoli.