Villa La Dogana. Elegant castle in Barberino, Florence

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10.0Outstanding
(8 Ratings)
Beautiful location with helpful hosts, immaculately kept pool, enjoyable pasta making lessons, and great local recommendations for activities and dining.
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10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(8 Ratings)

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26 guests · 11 bedrooms · 7 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area

About this villa rental

Villa La Dogana, our family’s country home, is a charming little castle built in the 19th century on the border of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany. The villa comfortably accommodates 22+4 guests, with 10 spacious double bedrooms (two of which feature two queen-size beds each) plus an additional bedroom in the tower with a queen-size bed. There are 7 bathrooms, plus 1 separate toilet. The kitchen is fully equipped with double ovens, dishwashers, refrigerators, and more.

Guests will have exclusive access to the swimming pool (approx. 8x17 meters), complete with sunbeds and a shaded pergola. The villa overlooks a large lawn and a valley that gently slopes towards Lake Bilancino in the distance.

A 6-meter table under a gazebo on the main lawn is perfect for enjoying meals together al fresco. Next to the lawn, you'll find a large circular stone BBQ. The garden and pool are lit in the evening, creating a beautiful atmosphere.
For outdoor activities, we offer lawn games such as volleyball, football, cricket, and table tennis, with plans for more.

With advance notice, we can arrange home-cooked meals in traditional Tuscan style for your arrival day or anytime during your stay, whether for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Housekeeping assistance is also available upon request.

Villa La Dogana is located near Barberino di Mugello, where you’ll find all the amenities you need, including supermarkets and a large designer outlet featuring famous brands. The villa is less than an hour from Florence, accessible via highway or scenic country roads, and it’s also conveniently located near the Florence and Bologna airports.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you need any further information. I’ll be happy to assist.

Best regards,
Donata

Amenities at Villa La Dogana. Elegant castle in Barberino, Florence

Non-smoking
Pets allowed

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10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(8 Ratings)
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Beautiful location with helpful hosts, immaculately kept pool, enjoyable pasta making lessons, and great local recommendations for activities and dining.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10.0 / 10.0
We had a fantastic stay at beautiful La Dogana.It is a stunning property! We thoroughly enjoyed all of the outdoor spaces which are thoughtfully curated for a very relaxing and the house itself is very spacious and easily accommodated all of our families - and is also stunningly beautiful and comfortable. Monica and her daughter cooked for us one night and it was absolutely delicious, I very highly recommend everyone to take advantage of their wonderful culinary offerings!We will definitely stay again!!!
10.0 / 10.0
Stunning location, quiet area, lovely host and support team. Donata was very helpful. Monica and her entire family were terrific. We had an amazing time, from an immaculately kept pool, which we used daily, to pasta making lessons from Monica and her lovely family. Nothing was too much trouble. We had a great afternoon in a vineyard and we would highly recommend the local food market in the town on Saturdays. It is a peacful place with many fond memories. On the last evening we sat by the bonfire wishing not to leave and reflecting on our memorable stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Villa Dogana is a fantastic place! Not only the building itself but the extensive grounds. We were a group of eighteen, ages 12 to 73, celebrating my 70th birthday, and everyone loved it, everyone found a different aspect to enjoy: jumping in the pool, playing table tennis, lingering under the trees, a cooking competition in the three kitchens, a treasure hunt, dinner outdoors, dinner in the awesome downstairs dining room, singing and dancing in the moonlight by the pool, and some of us occasionally disappearing in one the three sitting rooms to work. There was something interesting to discover, a delight to be found at every corner. We were nice and cool on the hillside behind the thick ancient walls when the rest of Italy was sizzling under a heat wave. Thank you Donata and Monica!
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely, relaxing week for family getaway. Pool was especially nice for all. Property is very private, quiet with lots of space for kids to roam around. We asked Monica for prepared meals for 3 dinners and one breakfast and all were exceptional - delicious, on time, lovely presentation. Villa is very well equipped and functional for a large family. Views were spectacular. Florence was a short drive away.
10.0 / 10.0
We had 24 people ranging from nine months to seventy-four years of age. The rooms were lovely. Our teenage grand daughters thoroughly enjoyed being housed in the turret! The kitchen was very well appointed. The larger room with refrigerators, etc, was a great size for meal preparation. We used every part of this beautiful villa. Most evening meals were prepared, in part, on the outdoor cooking facilities. All enjoyed being able to dine outside! The pool was especially lovely. Equipment for many outdoor sports was provided - and enjoyed! This villa is very convenient to many larger cities. Our families took daily trips to a variety of different areas. They especially enjoyed the lake - visible from the pool! Monica was fantastic. She quickly responded to any concerns and was most helpful answering questions about local resources. Francesco came daily to check on the pool. He was delightful and quick to offer assistance. We highly recommend this venue! David and Roberta Skelton
10.0 / 10.0
Great stay for groups. Amazing property, lovely hosts.
Great stay for groups. Amazing property, lovely hosts.
We spend four days in the villa for a company retreat, and we had a blast. Because we went there in October the pool was closed, unfortunate for us Dutchies, as the weather was great aka for us it HOT! But that was the only minus. The rest was great. The rooms are well decorated in old-Italian styles, like the rest of the villa. There's a lot of antique treasures in all the rooms, which is very impressive. Two hosts helped us out with anything, and most important: cooked delicious lunches and dinners for us. One afternoon we had a cooking class, and that was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. I can totally recommend going here with a group or family. Communication with the manager of the property was smooth and usually fast. She helped me arranging activities like karaoke (with DJ!) and a trip to Florence with a guided tour. Thanks, Donata & Monica!
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastische tijd & verblijf in deze waanzinnig ambiance
Fantastische tijd & verblijf in deze waanzinnig ambiance
Dit kasteel straalt de allure uit van vroeger tijden, waarbij je wel geniet van eigentijdse luxe. We hebben genoten van de prachtige omgeving op het perceel, de bijzondere inrichting van het kasteel en het gave zwembad. Laat vooral een heerlijke Toscaanse maaltijd voor je koken door Monica. Een dikke 10 van 10 scoort deze accomodatie en de agenten.

FAQs

Is parking included with this villa?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Villa La Dogana. Elegant castle in Barberino, Florence. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this villa?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this villa. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Villa La Dogana. Elegant castle in Barberino, Florence pet friendly?

Yes! This villa is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Villa La Dogana. Elegant castle in Barberino, Florence?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and pets allowed.


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