Villa Marte | 11-Bedroom Villa in Tavarnelle Val di Pesa

Tavarnelle Val di Pesa sits at the crossroads of wine country and Renaissance culture, 30 minutes south of Florence in the heart of Chianti. A luxury villa rental here means waking to vineyard vistas, afternoon light poolside, and dinners under stars on terraces that overlook centuries of olive groves. Villa Marte sleeps 20 guests across 11 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms, making it one of the region’s most substantial estates for groups unwilling to compromise on space, service, or setting.

Inside Villa Marte

The main residence unfolds across three levels of restored stone architecture, each floor designed for both gathering and privacy. Villa Marte sleeps 20 guests across 11 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms throughout the property and its adjoining cottage.

Ground Floor hosts the core living spaces: an expansive open-plan area combining sitting room, kitchen, and dining zone anchored by a long table that seats the entire party. A fireplace-warmed hall with deep sofas provides secondary seating. A fully equipped kitchen—the kind where reluctant cooks volunteer for dinner duty—occupies its own space adjacent to the dining room. One guest bedroom with en-suite bathroom sits on this level, ideal for anyone preferring ground-floor access. Two guest toilets serve those moving between zones.

Lower Floor houses the wellness core: a dedicated massage room, gym space, heated jacuzzi with integrated mosaic detailing, sauna, and changing room featuring dual showers. This level transforms afternoons into spa rituals without leaving the property.

First Floor contains six double bedrooms, each with private en-suite bathrooms. A seventh bedroom on this level accommodates twins or can be configured as a double, with the bathroom positioned across the hallway. A twin bedroom (convertible to double) and a dedicated TV room with balcony access complete the floor’s amenities. A living room furnished with sofas, armchairs, and a piano occupies premium space with views across the grounds.

Tower Bedroom offers singular character: located within the villa’s distinctive dovecote tower, this chamber commands three-sided rooftop views across Chianti vineyards. It shares a bathroom with a connecting twin bedroom on the first floor.

Cottage Annex stands across the landscaped garden as a semi-detached retreat: a double bedroom, twin bedroom (convertible to double), and full bathroom with shower and tub provide four additional guests their own entrance and independent living space. Families or groups seeking separation gravitate here instinctively.

Throughout every room, furnishings blend country elegance with authentic Tuscan detailing: wooden beams cross ceilings, terracotta tiles warm the floors, and cream-coloured textiles punctuate traditional brick arches. Mosquito nets in all bedrooms protect against evening insects. Wi-Fi and television rooms keep the digitally necessary connected. High chairs and cots accommodate infants by request. Iron and ironing boards service practical needs.

Outdoor Spaces and Living

The 200-year-old stone villa sits within an expansive landscaped garden that functions as much outdoor room as horticultural display. A generous terrace wraps the south-facing elevation, lined with dining furniture and shaded by cypress trees—the natural order of Tuscan summer afternoons. Morning coffee tastes different on stone terraces with vineyard sightlines.

The swimming pool measures 8 metres by 16 metres with variable depth from 0.2 to 3 metres, accommodating swimmers, waders, and children. A whirlpool feature clad in Moroccan-style mosaic tile provides hydrotherapeutic options beyond lap swimming. Sun loungers cluster in zones of dappled and open shade, with additional sitting and dining areas positioned throughout the garden for varied light and exposure.

Mature plantings—olive trees, cypress sentinels, Mediterranean shrubs—define sightlines and create microhabitats of cooler air on the hottest afternoons. The garden transitions from manicured terraces near the villa to wilder vineyard-adjacent edges, where the boundary between private estate and Chianti landscape blurs intentionally.

Location: Tavarnelle Val di Pesa and the Surrounding Area

Tavarnelle Val di Pesa functions as the practical hub for Villa Marte: 3 kilometres from the villa, this medieval town provides supermarket shopping, pharmacies, and a selection of trattorias serving regional cooking. Historic since the Middle Ages—when it served as a waypoint between Florence and Siena on pilgrimage routes—Tavarnelle’s narrow streets retain Renaissance character without the tourist crowds of larger centres.

Florence lies 30 kilometres north (approximately 40 minutes by car), offering the Uffizi Gallery, Brunelleschi’s Duomo, and Michelangelo’s David at the Accademia. The city’s culinary markets and Renaissance architecture justify multiple visits during a week-long rental. Siena, 50 kilometres south (1 hour drive), counters with its Gothic perfection, the Piazza del Campo, and churches housing works by Duccio and Lorenzetti. The town’s July and August Palio—a bareback horse race of medieval spectacle—transforms the entire city during race weeks.

San Gimignano, positioned 25 kilometres west, preserves its distinctive medieval tower-houses in a hill-town setting that has changed little since the 14th century. Wine exploration begins immediately: Castello di Verrazzano, an 18th-century fortified estate 15 kilometres away, opens its cellars for tastings of Chianti Classico among historic stonework and gardens. Monteriggioni, an intact circular fortress town 20 kilometres distant, provides architectural instruction and atmospheric lunch stops.

The Chianti region produces wine continuously across rolling slopes, with cellar doors throughout. Mountain biking routes crisscross between vineyards—the Gaiole circuit and routes from Radda in Chianti offer varying difficulty for cyclists. Poggibonsi train station, 12 kilometres away, connects to Florence’s central station in 30 minutes, eliminating driving from day-trip calculations. Explore our full collection of luxury villas in Tavarnelle Val di Pesa and check our Tuscany travel guide for deeper destination inspiration. Browse more options across luxury villa rentals in Europe for comparative context.

Late April through May brings spring wildflowers and comfortable 20–25°C temperatures. September and October offer harvest season atmospherics, wine festivals, and warm swimming without July-August heat peaks reaching 32–35°C. Winter months (November–February) turn quiet and cold; spring rains arrive but rarely disrupt outdoor living.

Who This Villa Suits Best

Multi-generational family groups find Villa Marte’s scale and separate cottage ideal: grandparents occupy tower bedrooms with exclusive views, adult children take first-floor suites, teenagers inhabit the TV room, and children use the pool under multiple supervising adults. The ground-floor bedroom accommodates anyone with mobility considerations.

Corporate retreats and destination celebrations appreciate the dual kitchens, massage room, sauna facilities, and on-site concierge managing logistics. The piano living room accommodates 20-person dinners or presentations. Wi-Fi and TV rooms serve working attendees needing conference infrastructure.

Wedding parties split sleeping arrangements between main villa and cottage, with wellness facilities and terrace spaces permitting rehearsal dinners or multi-day celebrations without external venue bookings.

Couples seeking Tuscan immersion book off-season (May, September) when the villa’s rental rate justifies quieter, more intimate use—two people across 20 sleeping places transforms into private resort rather than group accommodation.

Practical Information

Villa Marte accommodates 20 guests maximum: 11 bedrooms (eight doubles with en-suite bathrooms in the main house, two convertible twins, one tower bedroom) plus a four-person cottage with two bedrooms. Nine bathrooms distribute throughout the property.

Nearest Airport: Florence Airport (Amerigo Vespucci) sits 40 kilometres north, approximately 50 minutes’ driving. Private car hire or transfer services connect Florence Airport directly to Villa Marte without public transport changes.

Essentials Nearby: Tavarnelle Val di Pesa’s Coop supermarket (3km) stocks groceries and local produce. Pharmacies and post offices occupy the town centre. Fine dining reaches toward Florence; casual meals cluster in Tavarnelle’s piazzas and surrounding villages.

Included in Rental: Maid service, on-site concierge management, Wi-Fi throughout, air-conditioning in all bedrooms, pool heating, linen and towel provisions, and access to all facilities (sauna, jacuzzi, gym, massage room). Pre-stocking of the refrigerator can be arranged with advance notice, supporting arrival-day convenience. A playground and nearby amusement park within the surrounding area provide entertainment options for children.

Check-In: Flexible timing accommodates varied travel schedules. The concierge manages arrival orientation, pool heating activation, and any last-minute requests.

Frequently Asked Questions about Villa Marte

How many guests does Villa Marte sleep?

Villa Marte sleeps 20 guests across 11 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms. The main villa contains eight double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, two convertible twin bedrooms (the tower twin shares a bathroom across the hall with a separate bedroom, while the first-floor twin has its own bathroom arrangement), and one distinctive tower bedroom. The separate cottage accommodates four additional guests with a double bedroom, convertible twin bedroom, and shared full bathroom. Sofa beds and additional cots available on request support overflow needs for specific group compositions.

What is the nearest airport to Villa Marte in Tavarnelle Val di Pesa?

Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport sits 40 kilometres from Villa Marte, approximately 50 minutes by car. The airport connects to major European hubs via daily flights. Private car hire from the airport costs 60–100 euros one-way; transfer services arranged through the villa’s concierge typically cost 150–250 euros and provide direct delivery with no intermediate stops. International visitors flying into Rome Fiumicino Airport face a 3.5-hour drive (350km); Pisa International Airport, 90 kilometres away (1.5 hours), offers alternative European connections.

What is the best time of year to rent Villa Marte?

May and September offer ideal climate conditions: daytime temperatures reach 22–26°C, pool swimming feels refreshing rather than mandatory, and crowds in Florence and Siena remain manageable. Late April brings spring wildflower displays across Chianti slopes. October permits harvest-season wine tourism and cooler evening meals under stars (18–22°C). July and August deliver peak heat (32–35°C) but support midnight swimming and village festivals. November through February brings rain and occasional frost; many properties close seasonally, but Villa Marte’s heating systems and indoor spa facilities remain functional for off-season retreats seeking privacy and lower pricing.

Is Villa Marte suitable for families with children?

Yes. The 8×16-metre pool with shallow 0.2-metre sections accommodates young swimmers safely; depth increases gradually to 3 metres for adults. Mosquito nets in all bedrooms protect against evening insects. High chairs and infant cots are provided on request. The property contains multiple ground-floor spaces limiting stair usage. A playground exists nearby, and amusement parks within a 20-kilometre radius offer rainy-day alternatives. Tavarnelle Val di Pesa’s quiet roads permit safe cycling exploration. Ground-floor bedrooms and bathrooms eliminate night-time stair navigation. Families with children aged 4+ find the pool, garden space, and proximity to Florence’s museums (many offer family entry discounts) particularly appealing.

What is included in the rental price at Villa Marte?

The rental rate includes: weekly maid service maintaining rooms and common areas, on-site concierge availability for reservations and local recommendations, unlimited Wi-Fi and internet access throughout the property, air-conditioning in all bedrooms, heated swimming pool operation, electricity and utilities, sauna and jacuzzi access, access to the massage room and gym facilities, all linen, towels, and guest amenities, and use of both kitchens. Meals and restaurant reservations are additional; pre-stocking the refrigerator with groceries or wine can be arranged for an additional cost. Pet policies and special requests (cots, high chairs, mobility accommodations) are individually accommodated with advance notice.

What restaurants and shops are near Villa Marte?

Tavarnelle Val di Pesa (3km, 5 minutes) houses the Coop supermarket for daily shopping, plus family-run trattorias including Trattoria del Tasso and Osteria dell’Arco serving traditional Tuscan pasta and grilled meats (main courses 12–18 euros). Barberino Val d’Elsa (8km) contains supermarket chains and a weekly farmers’ market (Saturday mornings) featuring seasonal produce, local cheeses, and Chianti wine. Florence’s central market (the Mercato Centrale, 30km) remains the region’s finest for restaurant-quality ingredients and prepared foods. Fine dining concentrates in Florence (Enoteca Pinchiorri, Cibrèo) and small villages like Gaiole in Chianti (15km) where Il Canto del Gallo offers contemporary Tuscan cooking. Wine shops cluster throughout the Chianti region; Enoteca delle Cantine (Tavarnelle) specializes in small-producer selections at competitive pricing.