Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Villa La Massa Style: Classic Luxury Via Della Massa, 24 Florence-Candeli , FI 50012 Italy

Villa La Massa
Style: Classic Luxury
Via Della Massa, 24
Florence-Candeli , FI 50012
Italy



* Rooms: 37
* Suites: 10

Villa La Massa

Villa La Massa is a fascinating 16th century Medicean dwelling on the outskirts of Firenze (6 km from city center). Recently restored according to the Tuscan and Florentine style traditions, adding new luster to the splendid old mansion. The complex situated on the banks of the Arno river consists of three villas: the Noble Villa, the Old Mill and the Villino. Hotel offers its guests 37 rooms (10 suites) all different one from another, filled with antique furniture. Since the building was turned into a luxury hotel in 1948, many famous guests have enjoyed a stay at Villa la Massa: Clark Gable, Winston Churchill, Barbara Hutton, Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, just to name a few. More recently, David Bowie and Iman took over the Villa for their wedding. Managed by Villa d'Este Hotels.

Note Bene
Private Chapel for weddings.
Fine Dining on Site
After spending 25 years at Villa D'Este, Executive Chef Andrea Quagliarella now presides over the cooking at Villa La Massa. The Verrocchio Restaurant consists of an indoor dining-hall beneath a vaulted ceiling supported by two ancient stone columns, and a terrace overlooking the Arno with a view onto the famous Rufina hills. The menus propose a choice of both national and regional dishes, prepared with the talent and care that are the Chef's specialities. Also on the property, the Medicean Bar and Pool Bar. Situated in the Noble Villa, in two rooms decorated with mid 19th century frescos, the Medicean Bar offers a wide selection of grappe, whiskies, brandies and cocktails. The Pool Bar offers a selection of light snacks for informal lunches and is open during summer months, conveniently located near the swimming pool with a view of the Arno river.
Fitness Center
New fitness room with state-of-the-art equipment, including cardio-fitness and weight-lifting machines.
Pool, Outdoor
Outdoor heated swimming pool.
Tennis Courts on Site
Tennis Club is 500 meters from the Hotel, free for all guests.
Golfing
18-hole Ugolino golf course nearby.
Shopping
The hotel is 8 kilometers from Florence city center. Free shuttle to Florence Ponte Vecchio.
Tennis Courts Nearby
Tennis Club at 500 meters from the hotel, free for all guests.
Theatre & Museums
The hotel is 8 kilometers from Florence city center. Free shuttle to Florence Ponte Vecchio.
Winery Tours
Guided tours to the wineries of the Chianti region on request. Private cellar on the property for wine testing.


Hotel Address:

* Villa La Massa
Via Della Massa, 24
Florence-Candeli , FI 50012
Italy


Location Summary
6 KM / 15 minutes from city center (Ponte Vecchio). 25km (25 min) from Amerigo Vespucci Firenze airport

Directions to Hotel
25km (25 min) from Amerigo Vespucci Firenze airport