Villa Mangiacane, San Casciano in Val di Pesa

Villa Mangiacane, Tavarnuzze - Hotel Description

Stay in the heart of the Chianti region at Villa Mangiacane. This 16th-century villa offers a free shuttle bus to Florence, free Wi-Fi and free parking.

Villa Mangiacane is set in a quiet and panoramic location. Here you will be surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and a majestic forest.

Relax in the villa's 2 open-air swimming pools. From here you can admire a spectacular view of nearby medieval towns, picturesque gardens and vineyards, and surrounding hills.

Villa Mangiacane takes a holistic approach in its spa services. Treat yourself to wellness programmes that use natural herbs and local plants found in the Tuscan countryside.

Rent bikes at Villa Mangiacane or go hiking. Nearby you can go on a morning, hot-air balloon ride and enjoy a continental, champagne breakfast on landing.

During your stay you can savour the wines and olive oil directly produced by the estate.

The Villa's Naduschka Spa uses Officina de' Tornabuoni products, an exclusive, holistic beauty line. These natural, therapeutic products are locally produced and use plants and herbs from the Tuscan countryside.

Villa Mangiacane, Tavarnuzze - Guest Services

• Activities: Turkish/Steam Bath, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Spa & Wellness Centre, Hiking, Massage, Jacuzzi, Indoor Swimming Pool, Sauna.
• General: Terrace, Safety Deposit Box, 24-Hour Front Desk, Elevator, Bar, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Garden, Pets Allowed, Restaurant, Luggage Storage, Parking, Newspapers, Airconditioning, Free Parking.
• Services: Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included, Dry Cleaning, VIP Room Facilities, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Currency Exchange, Babysitting/Child Services, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Internet Services, Fax/Photocopying.

Villa Mangiacane, Tavarnuzze - Restaurants and Bars

All meals at Villa Mangiacane are prepared by the villa's private Executive Chef. Lunches are served al fresco, generally featuring salads and light Tuscan specialities, which can be enjoyed overlooking the Chianti countryside or lazing around the pool in the summer. Meals range from three to seven courses and are best described as Italian cuisine with Tuscan produce and an international twist. In-room and private garden dining can also be arranged upon request. Please note that from 11th November 2008 to 23rd December 2008 the restaurant will be closed Monday and Tuesday. It will be open for breakfast and room service will still be available. A snack cart will be provided for lunch and dinner.

Villa Mangiacane, Tavarnuzze - Hotel Policies

Important! Policies may vary from these depending on your room, date & rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

Cards accepted at the hotel:
• MasterCard,  American Express,  Diner's Club
• Deposit: No deposit will be charged.
• Internet: Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge. Wireless internet is available in public areas and is free of charge.
• Pets: Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
• Parking: Free public parking is possible on site.
• Extra Charges: 10 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
• Children and extra beds: All children are welcome. One child under 6 years stays free of charge when using existing bedding. One child under 2 years stays free of charge in a baby cot. One older child or adult is charged EUR 70.00 per night and person in an extra bed. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
• Cancellations: If cancelled up to 3 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Villa Mangiacane, Tavarnuzze - Directions

Florence Airport: - Take the A11 Highway (following green signs). - Exit onto the A1. - Continue then go South towards Rome. - Take the 2nd exit towards Firenze Certosa. - Drive on the SS 2 towards Tavarnuzze (following blue signs). Do not take the superstrada Firenze-Siena. - Pass through the town of Tavarnuzze until you find, on your right, a crossroad with a little bridge (just after a restaurant called 'Scopeti') and the sign for S. Andrea in Percussina. - Go up that little road (Via Scopeti) for about 3 km and drive through the small village - S. Andrea in Percussina (on your right you'll see the restaurant 'Tavernetta Machiavelli') until you find a stop sign. - Turn right and you'll see Villa Mangiacane ( large terracotta villa) on your right. - Enter the first driveway on your right - there is a sign 'Fattoria Mangiacane' and statues of Nepolitano mastinos on the gate posts. From Florence City Centre: - Drive towards the Certosa passing through the town of Galluzzo. - When you find the Certosa on your right, continue driving on the main road till you arrive to the entrance of the highway (a big roundabout); do not enter the highway or the superstrada, just go towards Tavarnuzze, following the blue signs. - Pass through the town of Tavarnuzze until you find, on your right, a crossroad with a little bridge (just after a restaurant called 'Scopeti') and the sign for S. Andrea in Percussina. - Then, as above. From Siena: - Take the Superstrada to Firenze. - Exit at San Casciano. - Follow directions to San Casciano. - Drive through the town of San Casciano. - Turn left down towards a slip road after the Fiat dealership to S, Andrea in Percussina /Romala, Spedaletto. - Pass through the small village of Spedaletto. - Turn left at the crossroad. - Villa Mangiacane is on your immediate right. Or: From Siena: - Take the Superstrada Siena-Firenze. - Continue until the Superstrada ends and you are at Firenze-Certosa. - Drive on the SS 2 towards Tavarnuzze - blue signs - (do not take the superstrada Firenze-Siena). - Pass through the town of Tavarnuzze until you find, on your right, a crossroad with a little bridge (just after a restaurant called 'Scopeti') and the sign for S. Andrea in Percussina. - Then, as above. From Pisa: - Take the A1 highway towards Roma. - Exit at Firenze-Certosa. - Drive on the SS 2 towards Tavarnuzze - blue signs - (do not take the superstrada Firenze-Siena). - Then, as above. From Milan: - Exit the city in the direction of the south, following the direction of the A1 highway (following green signs). - On the A1, follow the road towards Bologna. - Once you reach Bologna, go south on the highway, following the signs in the direction of Roma (A1). - Exit at Firenze Certosa. - Then, as above. From Venice: - Exit the city following the green signs of the A13 Highway towards Padova. - Once you are in Padova, drive in the direction of Bologna on the A13. - On the A1 you follow towards Bologna. - Then, as above.

*Directions included in email booking confirmation