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N° 020 | Innovative Italian Architecture

Tuscany
users 6 bed 6 bath 4

Innovative Italian Architecture & Breath-taking View

For decades this Italian family has been farming the lands around this beautiful area in Tuscany. On the top of the hill, overlooking the ancient village of Volterra and on the most beautiful spot on their land, was an old, dilapidated farm. The family knew one thing, this spot had to be shared and enjoyed by many. This was the beginning of an ambitious renovation project. A renovation that looks towards the future while respecting its rich past. 

The barn was renovated, upgraded, and made into a luxurious space where you will find the living room with a fireplace filled with designer furniture as well as a kitchen equipped with state-of-the-art appliances.

The biggest challenge of the renovation came with the extension of the barn. Just adding replicas of the old structure would not have been authentic. StudioMilani Architecture took the bold choice of creating a modern structure adjacent to the main barn. They added two highly modern structures to it, creating an unusual, boundary-pushing design. This is especially true for Tuscany, where renovations are strictly controlled by numerous local and provincial rules and building regulations.

In one extension you will find three bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. The second extension houses the dining room, a gym, and a bathroom. The entire property is filled with contemporary designer furniture as well as a monthly changing art collection from local artists. 

The location of the Villa is truly breathtaking which was the whole reason for starting this project in the first place. The villa overlooks the rolling hills of Tuscany and has a gorgeous view of the ancient villa of Volterra.  The infinity pool (7x14m) overlooks the valley and is surrounded by a lovely garden filled with olive trees.

There is a relaxed, outdoor sitting area and dining area with BBQ for outdoor grilling as well as a vegetable garden where guests can pick seasonal fresh fruit, herbs, and vegetables. Unique to this villa is the attention to detail, a sense of luxury, and comfort.

A dedicated team will be at your disposal 24 hours a day for any needs within the villa, as well as a daily cleaning and concierge service (included in the rental price).

 

Extra services upon request

At the villa: Yoga & Pilates, Private Chef, Cooking courses, baby-sitting service, pet-cleaning, groceries-shopping service.

In the area:  Helicopter rides, Bike tours, Golf, Wine Tastings, Volterra Tour, Truffle hunting, Seaside trips, Boat rental

 

The space

You enter the property into the renovated barn, the beating heart of the open-plan living area. There is a beautiful living room with a comfortable sofa and fireplace, flooded by light. 
The kitchen is fully equipped with a built-in dishwasher, microwave, multi-function electric oven, induction hob with extractor hood, stylish black granite worktop, double-body refrigerator with freezer, wine cellar, water purifier with microfiltration (still and sparkling) - Dyson Pure Hot+CoolTM thermal fan purifier, and ice maker.

 

Rooms

There are three double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms with rain showers. Two bedrooms are located on the ground floor overlooking the lush garden and one bedroom - the suite - is on the second floor with a beautiful view of the garden and pool area

3 double bedrooms with private bathrooms
1 gym + bathroom

 

Location

The villa is located near the historical village of Volterra  The history of Volterra dates back to the 4th century B.C. when the Etruscans settled in the region. At that time it was one of the most important Etruscan cities and also belonged to the Twelve Cities League. Today you can still visit the archaeological sites and admire the remains of Etruscan art. Later the Romans settled in this historical city, whose Teatro Romano has become a famous attraction of Volterra.

Nowadays Volterra is also famous for vampires (thanks to Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight series), its alabaster workshops, and white truffle festivals, one of the most important in Italy. Perched on the Val di Cecina’s hills, Volterra is one of the most scenic walled Tuscan towns.  It is a magical and atmospheric place.

 

Sustainability

They deeply care about respecting the environment. That is why they have made purposeful choices and aspire to grow in protecting and respecting planet Earth. No fertilizers or herbicides are used on the property. Solar panels are utilized for water heating, and heat pumps for pool heating. Interior furnishings predominantly consist of natural materials. Nearly all cleaning products are environmentally friendly and completely biodegradable. Recycled paper is the standard. Recycling bins are provided in accordance with municipal guidelines. Additionally, they maintain an aromatic garden, which not only serves for cooking but also supports butterflies and bees, enhancing biodiversity.
 

Plinius Loves

Location: At Plinius, we feel this is a very special property because of the stunning location! We could spend morning, noon, and night at the pool area overlooking the Tuscan Countryside

Hotel Service: living in the lap of luxury with hotel service at a private villa. Everything and anything can be arranged for you.

Innovative architecture: A renovation that looks towards the future while respecting its rich past, accomplished by award-winning architecture firm StudioMilani Architecture  

 For additional information, please contact us on info@plinius.homes

 

Nearest Airport 

Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) in Pisa | 70 kilometers (about 43 miles)

 

Do you have any additional questions, or if you like to combine other destinations and properties within the area for your travel itinerary? Please do not hesitate to contact us at: info@plinius.homes

Prices & availability


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After the booking request is received we will confirm the availability and total price with the owner. You will then receive a confirmation and the total amount of your booking by email. A deposit of 30% of the reservation sum is requested upon confirmation (within 48 hours). The remainder must be paid no later than 60 days before the start of your stay. When booking within 60 days, the total reservation sum must be paid immediately. In case of cancellation more than 60 days before the start of the stay, 50% of the deposit will be returned*. In case of cancellation within 60 days, no refund will take place. *Applies to most properties, but not all. We therefore recommend cancellation insurance.

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Prices 2025  | Price transparency: Plinius is completely transparent about prices, we do not charge any booking costs or extra surcharges.

Low season: From 4 January to 28 March | Min. stay 7 nights |  € 856 per night 

Mid season: From 29 March to 23 May | Min. stay 7 nights |  € 1.186 per night 

High season: From 24 May to 27 June| Min. stay 7 nights |  € 1.500 per night 

Peak season: From 28 June to 5 September | Min. stay 7 nights |  € 1.771 per night 

High season: From 6 September to 26 September | Min. stay 7 nights |  € 1.500 per night 

Mid season: From 27 September to 24 October | Min. stay 7 nights |  € 1.186 per night 

Low season: From 25 October to 19 December | Min. stay 7 nights | € 856 per night 

High season:  From 20 December to 10 January 2026 | Min. stay 7 nights |  € 1.500 per night 

 

Included in the price: 

Housekeeping every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10.00 till 12.00

Welcome Gift

Concierge service 

Gas | Electricity | Water 

End-of-stay cleaning 

 

Additional costs:

Security Deposit: € 1.000  The deposit will be fully refunded upon departure when there is no damage/other issues

*It is possible to provide groceries at home. The cost of the service is € 40. To guarantee the service, it is required to send the detailed list within three days of the customer's arrival.

*Extra cleaning days can be added on request - cost for each hour € 25 

*Heating of the pool (optional) € 800 per week / From the beginning of October to the end of April

For the pool, a water heating system calibrated to the outdoor temperature is employed; this means that if the outdoor temperature is very low, the pool water cannot reach high temperatures. The heat pump is activated from the beginning of May to the end of September, maintaining a guaranteed temperature of 28°C during this period. The service for this time of year is now included. From the beginning of October to the end of April, activation is available upon request at a cost of 800 € per week, but the temperature is not guaranteed. However, the pool remains open all year round. Payment can be made in cash upon arrival at the villa or by deposit to a Paypal account.

 

Extra Information: 

*Concierge service can organize all your day trips/ restaurant reservations etc. 

Pets are allowed. The house is prepared to accommodate animals of different sizes. The entire property is fenced (approx. 8,000 m2). Four-legged guests will find a kennel, two metal bowls and a set of towels for them. Pets are very welcome!

Pool heating from the beginning of May to the end of September

It is possible to provide groceries at home. The cost of the service is 40 euros. To guarantee the service, it is required to send the detailed list within three days of the customer's arrival.

Contact: 

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Amenities

Airconditioning Airconditioning
BBQ BBQ
Fireplace Fireplace
Gym Gym
Jacuzzi Jacuzzi
Parking Parking
Ping pong table Ping pong table
Wifi Wifi

Eco sustainability

Appliances Class A Appliances Class A
Eco activities Eco activities
Eco-friendly Eco-friendly
Electric charging Electric charging
Energy-saving Energy-saving
High Efficiency Boiler High Efficiency Boiler
Recycling Recycling
Regional food Regional food
Renewable energy Renewable energy
Towel change request Towel change request
Vegetable garden Vegetable garden

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