Villa Fratini

This historic and beautifully renovated villa is ideally located for day trips to Florence and Siena. Villa Fratini is surrounded by its own private gardens and picturesque Tuscan countryside but, conveniently, is just five minutes to the nearest motorway junction. The vibrant town of Terranuova Bracciolini is a short drive away, offering all the local amenities you may need during your holiday. There are two nature reserves in the Arezzo province and the beautiful River Arno is just minutes away.

Villa Fratini sleeps up to twelve guests and provides the most exquisite accommodation for large family groups or friends gathering together for a holiday or celebration. A dwelling of some sort has existed on this site since before the ancient Romans, and it has a rich history through the centuries. A discerning architect started its renovation in the 1980s, the architect owner started its renovation in 2006, culminating in the romantic holiday home enjoyed today.

The large covered entrance is a peaceful place to sit, and features a pizza oven for al fresco cooking. Once inside, the ground floor is mostly open-plan but divided into sections thanks to the original vaulted ceiling and arches. Elegant furniture and large windows provide a welcoming living and dining space, and the large kitchen features professional-quality equipment. An attractive al fresco dining terrace and veranda leads away from the kitchen, creating a space for all twelve guests to come together and dine outdoors, morning, noon and night. From here, you can explore the delightful garden, which boasts a huge number of plants, trees and fruits, including an olive grove, cypresses and figs. Your private pool is flanked by sun loungers and a terrace for soaking up the Italian sun and snoozing through the afternoon.

You’ll find five bedrooms on the first floor, including three double rooms – two en-suite – and two twin rooms. All feature air conditioning and tasteful, colour-coordinated décor. The ancient lookout tower, adjoining the villa, is home to an additional twin bedroom and bathroom, making it ideal for those seeking their own space. The views from here are spectacular.

Villa Fratini lies in the heart of Tuscany and the beautiful Valdarno valley. This special area is brimming with nature reserves, wonderful towns and cities and the River Arno runs through mile after mile of stunning scenery. You’re just a few minutes outside of the small town of Terranuova Bracciolini and despite being surrounded by peaceful countryside, a motorway junction for the A1 is just five minutes away. You also have a bus stop just outside the villa gates.

Terranuova Bracciolini is small medieval Florentine town, complete with old piazza, historic centre and fourteenth century churches. You’ll also find mouth-watering eateries serving local dishes, including the irresistible variety of cakes, typical in the Arezzo area. Look out for baldino or gattò to complete the perfect meal.

With the incredible city of Florence just under one hour’s drive north of Villa Fratini, and Arezzo about thirty minutes south, you’re wonderfully situated for visiting the principal cities in this eastern part of Tuscany. Home to the iconic Duomo of Cathedral Santa Maria del Fiore and world-famous Renaissance art, you may need more than one day trip to Florence, as simply wandering the old streets is a delight in itself.

Arezzo sits on top of a hill, overlooking four valleys, and has history dating back to the Stone Age. Today, it’s a vibrant place to visit with cultural landmarks including a Roman Amphitheatre, Medicean Fortress and Church of San Francesco. If your legs grow tired of sightseeing, head to Piazza Grande for a cooling drink, whilst watching the Italian world go by.

If you want to explore the countryside near Villa Fratini, the River Arno runs past Terranuova Bracciolini and up to Florence. You can enjoy the peace on a walking or cycling trail alongside the river, try paddle boarding or take a boat trip for a view of Florence from the water. The Balze Natural Protected Area (11km) extends up to Regello and is a unique landscape of eroded ravines, stone pillars and cliffs. It’s so spectacular, that Michelangelo features it in more than one of his paintings, including the Mona Lisa.

Villa Interior

Ground Floor (170m2)

- Large loggia including comfortable seating and pizza oven
- Entrance hall leads to spacious living and dining room, divided into four sociable areas including old fireplace
- Fabulous kitchen equipped with professional-standard oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, coffee maker and toaster. Leads out to dining terrace
- Pantry with second fridge
- Guest bathroom and shower
- Laundry room with washing machine and dryer
- Storage room with fridge

First Floor (155m2)

- Small living room with television and open fireplace
- Bedroom 1 with double bed and en-suite shower room
- Bedroom 2 with double bed and en-suite bathroom and shower over bathtub
- Bedroom 3 with double bed and adjacent bathroom including double sink and shower
- Bedroom 4 & 5 with twin beds (only one of the two can be made into a double) sharing and adjacent bathroom with shower
- Small study room with PC and printer

The Tower

- Medieval tower renovated and furnished, with twin bedroom and bathroom

Outside Grounds

- Private pool (8m x 4m, open approximately mid Mid May - Mid October). From 2025 pool will be heated at an additional cost to be requested prior to arrival. 
- Sun loungers and parasols 
- Outdoor shower 
- Large verandah and dining terrace with barbecue
- Two hectares of lawns and gardens, featuring up to 200 plant varieties, an olive grove and fruit trees
- Hot tub (for max 4-5 people/ 2.4m x 2.8m). Available on request at least one week prior to arrival, at an extra cost. 
- Electric gates and private parking
- Pizza oven
- Barbecue

Facilities

- Wi-Fi (villa and garden)
- Smart TV
- DVD player
- CD player
- Bose music speaker - portable
- Computer and printer
- Air conditioning in all bedrooms, kitchen and living room
- 2 x fireplaces
- Windows screens in all bedrooms and kitchen
- Bose music sound system
- Table tennis
- Cot and high chair (on request) 

At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:

- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport transfers
Extras included at this property: 

- Cleaning of swimming pool, outdoor hot tub and outdoor areas
- Garden maintenance
- Mid-stay cleaning twice per week (Monday and Thursday from 2.30 to 5.30 p.m) - included in the end of stay cleaning fee
- Welcome light dinner on arrival day(for 2026 booking, no table service, only weekly booking)

Extras available at this property (payable locally, to book in advance):

- Extra cleaning/maid service
- Towel/linen change
- Local day-trips or tours
- Private drivers for day-trips
- Car transfers
- Pre-stocked fridge/grocery shopping for arrival
- Chef
- Cooking classes
- Breakfast

Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all services are subject to availability and must be requested in advance and that due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. Prices are on request. We will always do our best to fulfil your requests!

Security deposit
€600 paid in cash to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure, subject to full inspection.

Arrival time
5.00 p.m - 7.30 p.m (late arrivals until 10.30pm are possible on request only and may be subject to extra charges).

Departure time
9.30 a.m

Energy costs included?
Yes, excluding A/C in mid and high season (charged on consumption, payable locally in cash).

Linen & towels included?
Yes.

Pets welcome?
Not allowed.

Other Ts and Cs
Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges.

A cot is available on request.

Please note home security devices may be installed at the villa, please enquire for further information.

Quiet and non-intrusive owners live in a barn on the villa grounds with a separate entrance, they will be very happy to help.

Changeover day
Saturday. All other days on request.

End of stay cleaning available?
Extra €400, payable locally (along with 3 hours house cleaning twice a week, usually Monday and Thursday). However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. Please note cost in 2026 is extra €350 per week (including one mid-week cleaning and bathroom towels change).

Smoking Allowed?
Outside only.

Minimum stay
5 nights in low season. 7 nights during all other periods.

Heating costs included?
Extra charge, based on consumption and payable locally.

Pool heating charge?
Hot Tub €300,00/week (2025), €350,00/week (2026) , to be paid locally in cash and requested at least one week prior to arrival. Swimming pool to heated upon request at €450,00/week (2025, €500,00/week (2026), payable locally.

Tax
Italian Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night - please enquire if exact amount is required).

Internet access?
Wi-Fi connection included.

Pool towels included?
Yes.

Pool opening dates?
The pool is open approximately end-April to mid-October. Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming.

Property Licence Number
CIN: IT051039B4DYLAYMOS