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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14280 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Luxury 17th century villa,6Kms from Florence historic city center!Pool-AC-WiFi

  • Located atop the hill of the ancient Certosa abbey of Florence, only 6 Kms away from the ancient walls of downtown Florence, Villa Berni is the ideal lodging for those who wish to visit the city during the day, and relax by night. Immersed in the green countryside of Florence, Villa Berni is located by the Certosa highway exit, 5 minutes away, in a strategic position to visit the wonderful hills of Tuscany. The four fireplaces, terracotta floors and antique furnishings compliment the history of the villa, while the luxurious linens, modern bathrooms and air conditioning create a relaxing elegance in this tranquil country setting. Amenities also include WIFI Adsl internet, satellite TV, and his private historic Florentine garden with ITS PRIVATE POOL. The villa has three floors. On the first floor there are 4 bedrooms and on the second floor there is the tower of the villa with a bedroom and its private bathroom. From the two windows of the tower bedroom you have an amazing view of the duomo of Florence.


    Two day trips above all - not to be missed!: Chianti Route (Total Kms 35 - one round trip):
    1st leg: Sant'Andrea in Percussina (with visit to Machiavelli's house)
    2nd leg: San Casciano (visit the ancient walls of the town)
    3rd leg: Montefioralle (visit the historic centre and lunch at the Castellana!)
    4th leg: Greve in Chianti (walk in the world-renowned square, shop for typical cold cuts at Falorni's butcher shop and wine tasting at the characteristic winery inside a tavern, right behind the square).
    Palio Route (Total Kms 60 - one round trip):
    1st leg: San Gimignano (walk inside the 'City of Towers' - UNESCO heritage since 1990)
    2nd leg: Monteriggioni (lunch in the medieval fortress of the town)
    3rd leg: Siena (home to the famous Palio, you can walk in the medieval streets, or just sun-bathe in Piazza del Campo)

    The History: The villa was built in the XVII century. At the beginning of the '900 the Berni's family bought the villa for the summer holiday in the Florentine countryside. The villa has been lovingly and elegantly restored at the begging of the 2007 with traditional taste and contemporary comfort. The four fireplaces, terracotta floors and antique furnishings compliment the history of the villa, while the luxurious linens, modern bathrooms and air conditioning create a relaxing elegance in this tranquil country setting.

    OUR TWO NEW SERVICES:
    1. MINIVAN RENTAL WITH MY BROTHER MARCO DRIVER.
    STARTING FROM THE 2011 WE OFFER TO OUR GUEST THAT DON'T WANT TO RENT A CAR, A WEEKLY CAR SERVICE WITH A DRIVER (MY BROTHER). MY BROTHER MARCO HAS A RENTAL DRIVER LICENCE AND A MINIVAN (A CAR WITH 9 PLACES: 8 PERSONS AND THE DRIVER). WE CAN DO A VERY COMPETITIVE PRICE FOR OUR GUEST!!

    2. FRESH VEGETABLES FROM OUR VEGETABLE GARDEN.
    STARTING FROM 2013 WE HAVE A WONDERFULL VEGETABLE GARDEN ONLY 300 METRES FROM THE PROPERTY: OUR GUEST CAN TASTE OUR FRESH VEGETABLES DIRECTLY FROM OUR GARDEN!!

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,014 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT048022C23RG8USAU

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Impruneta, this villa is in the city center and near theme parks. Pitti Palace and Basilica of Santa Maria Novella are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Ponte Vecchio and Fortezza da Basso. Traveling with kids? Consider Boboli Gardens and Torrigiani Garden. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing, horse riding, and ecotours nearby. Visit our Impruneta travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Florence American Cemetery and Memorial
    3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Florence Charterhouse
    5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Tuscany MTB Guide
    6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Piazza Niccolo Acciaioli
    6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Monastery of Sorelle Clarisse
    9 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • De André (Ciliegi) Tram Stop
    12 min drive
  • Florence Rovezzano Station
    15 min drive
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ristorante Tre Pini
    10 min drive
  • Pizza A 'I Popolo
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • Osteria del Milione
    14 min drive
  • Ristorante Tripperia Bella Ciao
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury 17th century villa,6Kms from Florence historic city center!Pool-AC-WiFi have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Luxury 17th century villa,6Kms from Florence historic city center!Pool-AC-WiFi pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury 17th century villa,6Kms from Florence historic city center!Pool-AC-WiFi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury 17th century villa,6Kms from Florence historic city center!Pool-AC-WiFi?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury 17th century villa,6Kms from Florence historic city center!Pool-AC-WiFi located?

This family-friendly Impruneta villa is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Florence Charterhouse and Florence American Cemetery and Memorial. Boboli Gardens and Torrigiani Garden are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Luxury 17th century villa,6Kms from Florence historic city center!Pool-AC-WiFi Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An excellent property

We had such a great stay for almost two weeks. As two family groups with young children we were able to spread out as the rooms are very large. It’s one of the rare places that is better than the photos! Great to get the Tuscan experience and still be able to drive into central Florence.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed a family gathering here.

Our group of two older parents and two daughters with their families (total 10 with 4 children under 8) had a great time at this lovely home for a week long stay. Beautiful location and a large older but updated with modern conveniences home was perfect for us. We hired the 8 passenger NCC taxi with driver during our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Villa

Our group of 4 couples loved everything about the villa. Lots of room, 4 bathrooms, clean, good kitchen, room to relax inside or outside. Great views of the surrounding Tuscan valley. We highly recommend using the driver services we would not want to drive or park at any of the Tuscan region’s cities It is highly recommended
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for families

We had a great time! The garden was ideal for all 4 children and we really enjoyed the pool. Having the game room was a great outlet for the children while the adults lingered at the oversized patio table. Marco was an added bonus! Thank you for driving us all over Tuscany!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellant Stay

We had a wonderful stay. We used Marco's driving service and he was excellent and always on time. The villa was spacious and well stocked. We really enjoyed the turtles. The only con was we didn't realize the downstairs bedroom headboard was covered in ants and my mother was severely bitten all over her face and hands, which left her unable to enjoy the trip.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Character and comfort

We rented this villa for 7 days at the end of July. The place is great for a large group with spacious bedrooms, dining room and bathrooms. The owners were responsive and brought us fresh veggies from their garden. The only downside was the lack of transportation - so better to have a car and not rely on buses or Uber (not available in that area).
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay great location. Italy at its best!

Stayed a week. The host was great helpful and solved and issues we had. The location is out side of Florance. 10 minutes to the city and easy access to highwayys to Pisa Siena etc. The house is lovely, well kept and all the bedrooms have AC. Yhe garden is lovely but mosquitoes ate an issue ( and there are 4 turtles in the garden). There are 6 bedrooms 5 bathrooms a amall pool equiped kitchen, dining room livingroom and game room. Highly recomend the house!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Italan villa outside of Florence

All the ameneties were provided, everything you needed to cook including fresh vegetables. Villa was beautiful, great character, courtyard was amazing. It was a picture perfect and enchanting location to stay. We took advantage of the driving service and Marco is absolutely wonderful. Using Marco's driving service made every part of the trip better. We went to Lucca, Siene, various vineyards and restaurants and having Marco drive made everything easy. Retiring to the coutyard at the end of every evening for some wine was just perfect. 5 stars all the way.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Two weeks in Paradise

If you are looking for peace and quiet, this is the perfect location. The property was magnificent. Every area was well stocked (kitchen, dining room, bathrooms, bedrooms). The hint of home was everywhere. The surroundings were comfortable and the furniture was beautiful, providing plenty of room to store items! The "Park" with lemons and limes, offered many sitting arrangements, and the host even left the pool available for the 2 weeks of our visit. We fed the turtles wandering around and RELAXED! Marcos, the driver - was truly exceptional and always on time! He drove us to Pisa and a few of our trips lasted several hours. He patiently waited and always greeted us with a smile! From games and books in the study to a perfectly stocked china cabinet - there was nothing more that was needed to make this a superb vacation location!
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Florence Villa for 15 days

We flew to Florence and started our visit with a great pickup from the airport by Marco. We hired him as our driver for the whole 15 days. He was punctual and easy to work with. We planned his time at least 1 day in advance. The villa is old and does have some mold in shower and not hot water in all of them but overall we loved the property. It was hot so we used the pool daily. It’s not heated so it’s very refreshing! We cooked our dinner most nights. Marco took us to the grocery store multiple times. Beds were comfortable. We asked for clean sheets and towels after the first week and Enrico and his crew were very accommodating. We walked to the Locande Colazzi restaurant for lunch one Sunday. Only 1/2 mile away. Good food. Thanks Enrico and Marco for a wonderful stay at your villa.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great area

Pictures a little out dated. The property could use some maintenance and upkeep. The hosts were very accommodating.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic!

We love Firenze and had an amazing stay here. Thank you Alessandro, Marco & Enrico. We cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Quiet Countryside

My family of ten stayed her for one week. We had everything we needed. Alessandro was very helpful with providing information and planning our trip. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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From Colorado-

We really enjoyed the garden(with turtles) and spaciousness of this property. Driving to any main road was “dicey.” Thank you for the nice week.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Archival

8/10 Good

Great couples destination

We loved our stay at this Tuscan villa. Great location near Florence. The owner's brother drove us to the walled villages like Lucca and Sienna as well as into Florence and to the train station and airport as needed. He was so nice and helpful. The villa had everything we needed, kitchen was small but we managed to cook a few meals and the owner even organized a fabulous chef to come cook for us a few nights. The garden courtyard was beautiful and perfect for evening meals, just keep quiet because the neighbors are very close by ;-)
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Spacious property with large family home

The property is outside Florence near Botai. This is a wonderful retreat away from the bustle of Florence. The narrow lanes are fun to drive until you meet another car and must negotiate who goes first. The owners were eager to meet our needs and did repair/replace some items we called to their attention. Grestvfor a large group!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Can’t wait to return!

Absolutely perfect location, great for groups, with a well appointed kitchen and lovely bedrooms. Alessandro and his family could not have been better hosts. We felt safe and cozy each night. And when we unexpectedly had to extend our stay, we were so well taken care of and Alessandro was so thoughtful and kind. Villa Berni truly felt like home and we can’t wait to come back! If you have the chance for mama Mina to cook for you, TAKE IT. Her pizza was the best we had our entire trip. Thank you Alessandro and family!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Villa in Bottai

The house is big except for the kitchen which is small. The bathrooms have been redone and the bedrooms all have an individual AC unit. In extreme heat, the downstairs will be hot since only the bedrooms have AC. The game room is nice and the backyard is nice (again if not too hot). It is an old property that has some updates to it. it could use some love and attention to furnishings and decorations to make it feel nicer and more guest friendly. Hirning Marco was the best thing we did. He was able to suggest restaurants and he knew where to drop us off in the cities we visited.
Stayed 17 nights in May 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely Delightful!

Our family of 12 (10 adults and 2 teenagers) had a fantastic, 3 generation, vacation at Villa Berni. The accommodations were beautiful, historic, and comfortable. We cooked in every night and enjoyed wine in the garden outside. We hired Marco as our driver and I don't know why anyone wouldn't want to take advantage of this service. He was so helpful and kind to all of us - going out of his way to make sure we were taken care of. The Villa is a short distance out of Florence, but it is on some Italian roads (narrow, winding) which is an additional reason Marco was the best money spent. Honestly you won't find a villa experience within walking distance of Florence. I spent a lot of time researching, so any large home out in the hills will require a car, driver, or money spent on taxi service. The service between booking the Villa and arrival was exceptional. We can't wait to return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our 'Familymoon' in Florence

Having married and united our two families we decided to include our four children, their other halves, our two new grandchildren and our mother on our 'familymoon'. The house layout and location was perfect for our group and it was exactly as described. We decided to book Marco's mini bus taxi for the week - what a great service, Marco was fantastic. He was punctual, friendly and patient if we were a little late! We also took advantage of the wonderful dinner service provided by Mina and Enrico. We would totally recommend this - the food and wine were amazing and it made for a really relaxing evening for our family and a lovely surprise for our daughter's birthday. We found the property to be in a quiet and safe location with wonderful views from all the bedrooms, especially the tower room. The garden was perfect having both sunny and shady areas, the small pool (although a little cold) was a welcome escape from the heat at times. Our hosts were excellent and friendly - nothing was too much trouble and any questions were answered quickly. We would totally recommend this property and location and would love to return in the future,
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great base camp for a month in Tuscany

This is a fantastic house for a long stay with a big group. The occasion was a milestone birthday for me, and we hosted a rotating crew, totaling about 30 over the course of a month, very pleasantly. The beds are comfortable, the bathrooms ample, and there's generally plenty of room. The garden is lovely; we ate outside most evenings when we ate in. It's easy to get into Florence by taxi, bus or house car service. It's also great as a base for day trips to the coast, wine country, Bologna, etc. The three brothers who own the place are easy-going and very responsive. They had good restaurant recommendations, day trip recommendations and, when unfortunately I needed it, medical clinic recommendations. It is an extremely good value. Nothing is perfect: As with all vacation rentals I've ever signed up for, the kitchen is poorly laid out and poorly equipped. It will frustrate you if you plan to do much cooking, which you will want to, because the available ingredients are so fabulous. ASK about housecleaning plans: there is none unless you ask, which seemed odd for a month-long stay, and then you have to specify what services you want. A really thorough cleaning never occurred. Someone more assertive than me about this probably wouldn't have this problem, however. But those are minor quibbles. It's a great place, with great hosts at a great price.
Stayed 33 nights in Jun 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Charming villa in a fantastic location

Villa Berni is as described just outside Florence with a stunning view of the city from the Tower Bedroom. The garden is lovely to relax in during the day and the whole setting is wonderfully peaceful and rural. The pool whilst not large is great for a cooling dip after a hot day seeing the sights in Florence. We were a party of 4 couples, my wife and I and our 3 grown up children with their partners. The villa was plenty spacious enough, we could easily have catered for more! We hired a car in Pisa and drove over to the villa; I would say a car is essential as the supermarket is a few kms down the hill so lugging heavy shopping back up the hill in relatively high temperatures would not have worked for us, without a car. However as there were 8 of us arriving at different times, we also made use of Marco Berni's minibus service. He was great, taking us almost up to the door of the leaning tower of Pisa, also to Siena, Lucca, San Gimignano and my favourite of all, a wine-tasting at Castello di Verrazzano. He was very interesting to talk to about Tuscan life and very patient on the night we ended up waiting for him in the wrong square in Florence! Again as described the bus service into Florence from the bottom of the hill is reliable and the youngsters used that as a means of doing their own thing in the city. We also experienced the wonderful Tuscan cooking of Mina, Marco's mother, to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. It was delicious! We also had a Sicilian meal prepared for us which was also quite a treat. Any downsides....only the mosquitoes, so have some insect repellent handy; otherwise I would heartily recommend this villa as we had a marvellous holiday there.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Not impressed at all.

We booked this villa because we were attending my niece's wedding in Florence and needed a place to sleep 12. The villa was exactly as the photos but in need of some attention. My daughter had the downstairs room which was a bit fusty and during a thunderstorm, rain poured through the ceiling onto the bed. Water also came through all the glass doors and towles were needed to prevent accidents. My son's bed collapsed the first night and was not replaced until the third night. Noone came to ask if all was ok and the only contact was when we had to contact them. When we arrived there was no welcome pack of homegrown vegetables as the photos would have you believe. Indeed there was nothing at all. There was no information on the villa, nearest places to eat and drink and even no emergency telephone numbers or details of a local chemist and doctor. We were left on our own to find our own way to the nearest bus stop which is a real hike and would certainly not recommend walking back! The nearest supermarket is further than the bus stop and without a car, a taxi is needed. The villa is too far from Florence without a car. Taxi's one way are at least 25-30 euros. Overall we we were all disappointed in this villa and we all felt it spoilt our enjoyment of Florence. Even with a car, I would not recommend it. I felt that it could be very nice if it was maintained better and information on the workings of the house and emergency numbers should be a must.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The Dream Wedding

You always hope that the pictures are what you see when you get there. You always hope the reviews are not paid for, and are accurate. You always wonder, "is it going to be what it seems?" I'm here to tell you, that this place is more than it seems. The process of booking it was easy. They don't take credit cards so you have to wire a deposit which was no problem, but bring cash with you! I had the hardest time getting enough to cover it when I got there. You just can't walk into a bank and pull it out! lol I expected to buy travelers checks from AmEx when I got there, but there is not an office in Florence. Ugh. The people were nice and patient while I worked it out however. Now, on to the Villa. Beautiful. We had 13 people there and it was plenty of room. The rooms were comfortable and large. Cute kitchen with all that you would need. The courtyard is beautiful and peaceful. We rented a few cars, which I would suggest, but the bus stop is a 15 minute walk and is the easiest way to get to Florence. Walking back up the hill is another story, hence the cars! Annie and I were married there. They helped us in every way. They made us a homemade dinner for the night before, made us an amazing homemade lunch for the day of, treated us with kindness and even arranged other transportation for us the night of the wedding. They provide amazing wines for a great price, and we drank them all! Annie and I and our guests could not have asked for a more beautiful place to be married. We were so happy. We will never forget the kindness of the people, and the beauty of the surroundings during the happiest week of our life. It would be impossible for me to recommend Villa Berni more Highly. Thank you thank you thank you to the family. You will always have a special place in our hearts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This villa is a dream

I have no words to describe how lovely the villa is. It was such a incredible experience to gather family in this beautiful historic mansion. Each room is beautifully furnished. It has so many bathrooms that even with the bedrooms filled, we never had to wait for our turn to shower. We spent a lot of time most days in the lovely garden area. We especially enjoyed the pet turtles that patrol the grounds. It is a ways from the nearest town (1 mile on foot on a narrow road) so I’m very glad we rented a car to do day trips. We also hired the owner’s brother one day to take us to Pisa and Lucca. (He has a huge passenger van) If you wanted to just hang out at the villa a car wouldn’t be necessary (can call taxis too but that was sometimes challenging for we non-Italian speakers). It should be said that the road up to the Villa is very narrow (the kind where you have to pull over to the side if a car comes the other way) and it’s very winding and steep. I was tasked with being the rental car driver but even with my nerves of steel, I found it a little harrowing. The upside is you are high up in a remote area (yet close to Florence and nearby towns) and you have an incredible view. I did get a few bug bites but they have mosquito coils and bug repellent available in a supply closet. I saw lots of tourists with bug bites so I think it was just mosquito season there (I don’t know why but I didn’t expect mosquitoes in Italy). The dinner made by the owner’s mother was amazing and truly memorable. We were celebrating my mom‘s 80th birthday and had originally planned to cook a big meal. The kitchen is completely adequate but not super big or set up for a lot of food prep. So, a few days before we asked if the mama who lives next door could make a meal for 13 people and luckily she did! Best decision we ever made. For €30 each we got a four course meal with wine. Everything about our stay was beautiful. We would absolutely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022