Villa San Michele is an old farmhouse dating back to the 1600’s, situated on the outskirts of the hamlet of Vico d’Elsa, on the hills between Florence and Sienna, facing San Gimignano. Thanks to the meticulous restoration of the old building carried out by its owners, the villa has been restored to its original splendour and is a place of outstanding charm in which to stay, even for considerable periods of time, surrounded by a particular atmosphere characterised by comfort and little, long-forgotten, details. Villa San Michele has become an enchanting country residence which, once visited and left, will leave you with the desire to return.

The spacious, bright interiors are carefully furnished; every room studied right down to the tiniest detail, with antique furniture, Persian carpets, original paintings and authentic Tuscan items. The original interior structure with open brick arches lends striking charm to the villa. The floors are made of Tuscan terracotta tiles and the ceilings feature wooden beams and mizzens. 

Outside, next to the kitchen, a wooden porch, furnished with a table and chairs, is perfect for dining al fresco in the garden.
A large garden with private parking facilities surrounds the house, guaranteeing privacy. Guests can descend charming steps made of tuff, dug directly into the soil of the garden, leading to the swimming pool, strategically positioned in a panoramic spot overlooking the surrounding countryside.

The Bedrooms

The five bedrooms (two double and three twin), all with air-conditioning, are situated three on the upper floor and two on the ground floor. Each one is characterised by different coloured walls and coordinated furnishings chosen with exceptional care.

Two rooms have a private en-suite bathroom and one of the twin rooms has big glass French windows opening out onto the garden, offering a view over an immense natural picture.

The Bathrooms

The five bathrooms are furnished to offer every possible comfort. They are complete with shower cubicles and the main bathroom also has a large Jacuzzi.

The Kitchen

The large kitchen is equipped with the latest technology (dishwasher, oven, microwave oven, double-door fridge with ice-dispenser), but the furniture is in authentic Tuscan style, fully evoking old-fashioned charm.

Around the spacious dining table, where the farmer’s family used to gather together, guests can enjoy typical Tuscan cuisine prepared by special request (bruschetta, soups, T-bone steaks).

The Games Room

On the upper floor there is a big room with an authentic hand-axed wooden beam ceiling, lit by windows with an enchanting view of San Gimignano.
The room is furnished with a beautiful solid wood billiard table dating back to the early twentieth century, fully accessorised and complete with balls for every kind of game, and accompanied by a card table. Here guests can play and enjoy relaxing moments in the villa.

The Lounge

The lounge is an enormous room with all the original features of the old farmhouse. A majestic arrangement of brick arches in the middle of the lounge lends it an impressive air and no words are needed to tell its story. Few can remain indifferent to this architectural wonder which displays the traditional construction techniques once used. Every detail has been meticulously studied. There is a big fireplace with a stone mantelpiece; chiselled stone steps improve the view from windows with brick sills and the decorated walls make the atmosphere warm and cosy.
A wide, solid wood open staircase leads from the lounge to the upper floor, creating a panoramic indoor terrace lit by a splendid Murano glass chandelier.

The Swimming Pool

The swimming pool, built especially to help guests relax, is oval in shape, with large Roman steps on which to sit to cool off and soak up the sun. The surrounding garden is fully furnished with loungers and accessories for sunbathing. A wooden patio creates a shady area furnished with a table and chairs where guests can enjoy drinks, play with friends or read al fresco. The swimming pool is open from May 1st until September 30th.

Relaxation area

A large terrace in the garden offers a panoramic view of the countryside with the towers of San Gimignano in the background. This is the ideal place for relaxing, sunbathing, writing or painting, perhaps while enjoying a glass of Chianti!