The Surroundings
The structure presents a sense of location Independence, Purity, and Relaxation plus it is strategically located for reaching many fun and beautiful sights in the area (Mugello, Florence, and Tuscany).
For hiking enthusiasts, there are many trails that you can go mountain biking on for wellness and relaxation of the body and mind. For those who prefer to play golf, just 15 minutes away is a wonderful international 18-hole practice course with licensed teachers at your request (Poggio dei Medici Golf).
Nearby, lies a tennis club with clay tennis courts and teachers available for private lessons.
There are various solutions for people who love to ride horseback. The equestrian center specializes in preparing them for the jump. If children want to ride one of our beautiful ponies there’s teachers waiting for them to help them learn while having fun.
The whole territory of Mugello has always been internationally renowned for its gastronomic secular culture, a prestige accelerated recently by the opening of the imposing and beautiful Lake Bilancino renamed Lake Tuscany (the largest artificial reservoir in Europe). It is the majestic work of the latter bioengineering where sports, bathing and recreation are a fantastic combination and balanced with the habitat flora and fauna still intact ( The Lake is located in the immediate vicinity of our house ).
The beautiful and clean shores of Lake Tuscany, completed after 25 years of uniquely engineering nature, is destined to become one of the main destinations of national and international green tourism in Tuscany. It will offer beaches equipped with facilities for bathing, boats, canoes, equipment for water sports (windsurfing, sailing boats), kayaks for excursions along the endless and fascinating shores through hills and woods.
The banks are also alive at night due to the presence of various bars located on the beach and equipped with all amenities, restaurants, snacks. The pubs, outdoor parks, bars and nightclubs open ..... until the morning!
Florence is a splendid city and its just 25 minutes away!!!!!
The territory has a large population of tourists thanks to its extraordinary buildings from the Middle Ages and Renaissance Florence: castles, towers, and palaces,
fortifications, arches and columns are here to witness incomparable historical importance. Many houses still retain a certain charm which, over time, has witnessed many founders and famous guests
(Medici residences).
So art and history are everywhere, with a past that emerges with every step. The Mugello, opens like a treasure chest to lavish her gifts to anyone who approaches her.
" Stay with us ... we're sure you'll be really happy ! "...enjoy your life in Tuscany !
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