Loved this place! There were 9 of us, parents, adult kids, and young grandkids. There was plenty of room for everyone and the great thing was that there were so many different gathering areas if someone needed to find a quiet place. Unfortunately, British Airways stranded us in London so we arrived a day late. Cristina, the property manager was so kind and gracious. She continually stayed in touch letting us know that she was on standby for whenever we arrived. She and her sister had prepared dinner for us and had to put everything on hold for a day. It was still wonderful! The house was clean, modern, comfy beds, all the amenities you could hope for. Wifi was sporadic, but seems that is typical for Italy. We were so centrally located, so each day we went a different direction: Florence, Cinque Terre, Lucca, San Gimignano and one day we stayed around just so we could enjoy the pool and beautiful view after a trip to the market which was about a 20 min. drive. Cristina was great for anything we needed. She shopped for all the basic necessities for us, so upon arrival we could prepare breakfast, lunch and snacks. That was huge for us getting in so late in the day. She is also ready to set up tours and activities for whatever you may desire. Wish we could have stayed longer to see it all and do some of the wine tours. That was not a priority with the little ones :) I would highly recommend staying here if you love tranquility and beauty all around. Do be sure to read all of the instructions, which we did not do at first and didn't realize the dryer had a water reservoir that needed to be emptied. There is a complete book of information and instructions. Every detail has been covered. It is a warm and welcoming home away from home! - Steph J.
Ilaria
Europe / Italy / Tuscany
Villa Ilaria is set on a beautiful estate just a mile away from Palaia, a charming village between Pisa and Florence.
Overview
The restoration of the property was recently completed, and it is composed of two separate country houses next to one another. Both houses enjoy breathtaking views of the typical Tuscan landscape. The main villa and the annex are both on two floors and they have a common contemporary style with some traditional pieces and architectural details, such as wood beamed ceilings and terracotta floors, which bring warm touches to the spaces. The main attractions of Villa Ilaria are the high end finishings and amenities that provide the utmost comfort.
Villa Ilaria’s units are perfect for large groups of friends or multi-generational family gatherings. Conveniently located in short distance to the nearby village where you can find groceries, butcher, gas station, takeout pizza, sundry store and several good restaurants. On the premises, the estate has a vegetable garden which provides seasonable produce -- ask the gardener to pick some for you!
LIVING SPACES
Main House
Ground Floor:
The living room features a soft, neutral color palette, selected for the upholstering of the comfortable sofas and armchairs, which is counteracted by the vibrancy of the original brick arched ceiling and the terracotta floor to create a welcoming atmosphere. The dining room accommodates up to 12 people with its generous table. From this room, you can enjoy great views of the valley. A spacious, gourmet kitchen with double ovens, American-size refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave oven and a center island with an additional sink. The kitchen is a dream for the amateur chefs in the group, and it is fully equipped to be the perfect stage for the preparation of delicious meals! The game room provides a card table, an abundance of books, and a variety of board games, including chess and domino, a flat-screen TV and a PS3. Laundry room with washer and dryer at guests’ disposal.
First Floor:
Polished living room with beautiful large fireplace and two comfortable sofas with central ottoman and large flat-screen TV with DVD player. The red accented pillows and ottoman add vibrancy to the clean lined space.
Annex
Ground Floor:
Bright and airy living room with plush upholstered sofas, flat-screen TV, and stereo. This room boasts dazzling views of the outdoor landscape. Fully equipped eat-in gourmet kitchen with oven, stove, dishwasher, built-in refrigerator, and microwave.
OUTDOOR FEATURES
Spacious and elegantly furnished patio for enjoyable informal dining al fresco with beautiful views of the valley. Generous manicured verdant lawns, a perfect space for children to play. Barbecue and wood-burning oven available for pizza nights in the comfort of your villa. Private infinity edge swimming pool (12 m x 6.5 m) with sun beds, lounges and shades.
Amenities
6 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms
Sleeps 12 Guests
- Wi-Fi
- Gym
- Washer
- Dryer
- Hair Dryer
- Dishwasher
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Dining Area
- Oven
- Stove
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Fireplace
- Parking
- Al Fresco Dining
- Wood-Burning Oven
- Pizza Oven
- Vegetable Garden
- Al Fresco Dining
- Satellite TV
- DVD Player
- TV
- Stereo
- CD Player
- Play Station 3
- Game Room
- Study Area
- Computer
Details
Bedroom Details
Bedroom 1 (First Floor): Master queen bedroom with views and flat screen TV, en-suite bathroom with double sink, Jacuzzi tub and spacious shower
Bedroom 2 (First Floor): Queen bedroom with wrought iron bed and a study area with sofa bed, computer, and flat screen TV in the mezzanine, en-suite bathroom with a generous shower
Bedroom 3 (First Floor): Twin/queen bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower
Bedroom 4 (First Floor): Queen bedroom with wrought iron bed and en-suite bathroom with shower
Bedrooms 5 & 6 (Annex): Two queen bedrooms, each with en-suite bathroom and spacious shower
Bathroom Details
Hairdryers in all bathrooms
Pool Details
Private infinity edge swimming pool (12m x 6.5m) with sun beds, lounges and shades
Staff and Services
Final cleaning
Housekeeping service (up to 6 hours) mid-week
Garden and pool maintenance
Location Details
Pisa - 45 minutes
Siena - 1 hour and 30 minutes
Florence - 55 minutes
Lucca - 55 minutes
Palaia - 3 minutes
Villa Notes
Water is included
Wi-Fi Internet connection is included
Check-in: between 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Check-out: before/by 10:00 am
All the above services must be paid locally, prior to departure unless otherwise arranged
The Italian government might require the payment of a Visitor’s Tax (approximately €1.50 – €6.00 per person, per day, depending on the location) and may be applied for the first seven days in the destination. This tax is payable locally, in Euro cash.
Exclusive Offers
Executive Owners now receive up to $100 Destination Dollars when booking a Villas of Distinction property with Club Points.
Number of Nights | Destination Dollar Amount |
1-4 Nights | $50 |
5+ Nights | $100 |
You can use your Destination Dollars to enhance your stay. Once the property of your choice is booked, your personal Concierge will coordinate and schedule eligible experiences for your stay, giving you more time to spend with family.
Destination Dollars are Valid for select prepaid services only. Minimum night stay requirement may apply. Service offered is subject to availability. No cash value. The value of any unused Destination Dollars is nonrefundable. Destination Dollars cannot be applied toward booking value. Destination Dollars may not be combined with other offers. All offers are subject to availability and may not apply to all villas or travel dates. Other restrictions may apply. Access to the Vacation Homes is made available through the Abound by Marriot Vacations™ exchange program and is subject to the terms and conditions as outlined in the applicable Abound by Marriot Vacations™ exchange program documents. Actual experiences will be provided via contractual arrangements with third-party providers and may require the payment of additional fees. The experiences described herein are examples of potential vacation opportunities and are subject to change.
Presidential Owners now receive up to $175 Destination Dollars when booking a Villas of Distinction property with Club Points.
Number of Nights | Destination Dollar Amount |
1-4 Nights | $100 |
5+ Nights | $175 |
You can use your Destination Dollars to enhance your stay. Once the property of your choice is booked, your personal Concierge will coordinate and schedule eligible experiences for your stay, giving you more time to spend with family.
Destination Dollars are Valid for select prepaid services only. Minimum night stay requirement may apply. Service offered is subject to availability. No cash value. The value of any unused Destination Dollars is nonrefundable. Destination Dollars cannot be applied toward booking value. Destination Dollars may not be combined with other offers. All offers are subject to availability and may not apply to all villas or travel dates. Other restrictions may apply. Access to the Vacation Homes is made available through the Abound by Marriot Vacations™ exchange program and is subject to the terms and conditions as outlined in the applicable Abound by Marriot Vacations™ exchange program documents. Actual experiences will be provided via contractual arrangements with third-party providers and may require the payment of additional fees. The experiences described herein are examples of potential vacation opportunities and are subject to change.
Chairman's Club Owners now receive up to $250 Destination Dollars when booking a Villas of Distinction property with Club Points.
Number of Nights | Destination Dollar Amount |
1-4 Nights | $150 |
5+ Nights | $250 |
You can use your Destination Dollars to enhance your stay. Once the property of your choice is booked, your personal Concierge will coordinate and schedule eligible experiences for your stay, giving you more time to spend with family.
Destination Dollars are Valid for select prepaid services only. Minimum night stay requirement may apply. Service offered is subject to availability. No cash value. The value of any unused Destination Dollars is nonrefundable. Destination Dollars cannot be applied toward booking value. Destination Dollars may not be combined with other offers. All offers are subject to availability and may not apply to all villas or travel dates. Other restrictions may apply. Access to the Vacation Homes is made available through the Abound by Marriot Vacations™ exchange program and is subject to the terms and conditions as outlined in the applicable Abound by Marriot Vacations™ exchange program documents. Actual experiences will be provided via contractual arrangements with third-party providers and may require the payment of additional fees. The experiences described herein are examples of potential vacation opportunities and are subject to change.
Location
Reviews
The property is lovely. Fantastic views as it sit on top of a hill and overlook a lush valley. Recently built, spacious, well kept. Plenty of amenities (pool, bbq, pizza oven, large kitchen, towel warmers) and plenty of common spaces to hang out. A little out of the way from the main highway but quite close to a village with supermarket, bar, gelateria, and restaurants. Cristina and Ettore who look after the property are extremely responsive and helpful - they definitely made the visit more relaxing and Cristina cooked several delicious meals for us. The only drawback is the rather narrow, gravel, steep down-hill driveway to the house and the somewhat narrow gate at the end the driveway - you would definitely be better off renting a car w 4 wheel drive and power steering. - Charissa H.
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