Title: The olive house is located in the grounds of the historic Villa Meleto estate - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The olive house is located in the grounds of the historic Villa Meleto estate Escape into nature at this Tuscan hideaway surrounded by olive trees and historic statues. Wander through an Italian park or simply relax at your own garden seating. ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69370000/69363600/69363578/ab2189ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, foosball, table tennis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69370000/69363600/69363578/4e654598.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69370000/69363600/69363578/1dd27e65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69370000/69363600/69363578/a714e82a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69370000/69363600/69363578/25734fd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in the heart of Tuscany, Casa Frantoio offers a tranquil retreat with its beautifully decorated interior and tasteful furnishings. This centuries-old apartment is nestled in an enclosed tree-lined area within the Villa di Meleto estate, where you can stroll through the Italian park or unwind by your private garden seating area. Enjoy shared access to a 15 x 7 meter swimming pool. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Pool - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The olive house is located in the grounds of the historic Villa Meleto estate Apartment “olive house” Taking its name from the olive oil press situated in the living room, this centuries old press also gives the apartment its special character. We have created a distinctive and well proportioned home, where once Villa Meleto's olives would be pressed into olive oil. The interior is tastefully decorated and finished in the classic tuscan styleThe tasteful furnishings, featuring copper toned rustic cotto floors and beautiful wood beamed ceilings. The kitchen-living room area has direct access to your terrace in the garden behind the house. The property is located on the ground floor of an apartment block composed of four seperate flats. Casa Frantoio facilities Ground floor home suitable for 4 people, 135 m2, 1 bedroom with double bed, 1 bedroom with two single beds (can be converted into a double bed),1 very large eat-in kitchen, which adorns the old olive oil press (4-plate stove, oven, refrigerator, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher ), "49" smart TV, bathroom (shower, toilet), separate entrance, direct access to your own garden with seating, deck chairs for shared use: swimming pool (15 x 7 m) Additional information Located in the heart of Tuscany the Villa di Meleto estate covers an area of 300 hectares. The villa is located in an enclosed tree lined area of ​​3 hectares (30,000 square meters), in which our holiday homes and apartments, an Italian park, a large swimming pool, panoramic terrace and much more are to be found. Italian park and surrounding land Enjoy the stunning panorama of this unique landscape while strolling through our well-tended park. Here you can stroll between historical statues, box hedging which surround antique rose flowerbeds. In this part of the estate you can see many species of trees and plants, cypress, olive and holm oak trees, colorful hydrangea, bougainvillea, wisteria are just some of the types you can encounter during a stroll around the park area. Just behind the park area looking towards the town of Castelnuovo d’Elsa you can find our swimming pool. Within the Villa’s grounds there is a large forest and medium sized lake which visitors can explore, perfect for those who like taking long leisurely walks and are fond of nature and peaceful environments. Once you arrive we will be delighted to give you a quick tour of our land so you will know your way around History of Villa di Meleto The Villa di Meleto is a historic noble villa that passed into the possession of the Ridolfi family in 1569. It was made famous by the Marchese Cosimo Ridolfi (1794-1865), one of the leading figures in the Risorgimento of Tuscany in the 19th century. He was a member of numerous associations and learned societies, was Minister of State during the Revolution of 1848 and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Tuscany from 1859 to 1860. Ridolfi archives On his Meleto estate, Cosimo Ridolfi founded Italy's first agricultural institute in 1834, in which agricultural innovations in the form of new equipment and cultivation methods were researched, tested and put into use. Up to 30 students were enrolled in the Scuola Agraria di Meleto and completed a theoretically and practically guided study of modern agriculture. The great success gained by the Meleto School led the Grand Duke of Tuscany, Leopold II, to establish in 1840 a chair dedicated to agriculture and sheep-farming at the University of Pisa, entrusting it to Cosimo Ridolfi. This chair was the first step of today’s Faculty of Agriculture, the first one ever in the world. Before this, inside the main villa, Cosimo Ridolfi and his estate manager Agostino Testaferrata invented new irrigation methods in the 1820s, the so-called Sistemazione a spina. It is a system of ditches that prevented the erosion of the hilly soil and achieved the even distribution of the fertile soil. The sistemazione a spina name - is derived from the herringbone pattern that can be seen from afar when looking at the hill. The institute’s main strength was alternation between studying and working, so as to let students learn the secrets of agriculture by performing the same tasks as farmers. The Villa’s archives are of great cultural importance as they hold important records of this time period, which was fundamental for the technological and scientific development of modern agriculture. The archive is located in a room inside the main villa and contains all of Ridolfi’s records and collections, such as his butterflies and waxed fruits. Visits to the archive room can be arranged in advance. Future projects Villa Meleto was purchased by the new owner Carmencita in 2020. Her plan is to fully renovate the main villa and transform it into a hotel with 17 suites. There will also be a spa and wellness area within the villa itself. Carmencita is also taking steps to open up an educational program for neurodivergent students. This program will run during the academic year in a separate part of the Villa. The idea is for the students to be involved in the day to day care of the farm and learn the various techniques needed to make specific products from what is grown or produced on the Villa Meleto estate. One example is essential oils made from our lavender. We also have various farm animals at the Villa, donkeys, goats, chickens, ducks and rabbits. These animals are going to be involved in our neuro diversity program, but can also be visited and enjoyed by our guests, especially those with children. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city center ### Things to do - Foosball table - Table tennis - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104060000/104050200/104050103/c164ad7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Le Croci scandicci - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=104050103&PinnedHotelID=104050103&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91760000/91751800/91751778/c1d2153d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa il Giglio in Chianti 20 Min from Florence San Casciano in Val di Pesa - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=91751778&PinnedHotelID=91751778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33607900/33607888/74ef7656.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday home in the Florentine Chianti half an hour from Florence Montespertoli - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 58 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=33607888&PinnedHotelID=33607888&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32720000/32710300/32710225/64845b85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely Barn with Private Poolnear San Gimignano, between Florence and Siena. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.64653%2C10.92712&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RXW6b6e355BTAAfJIPRcAUidWts=) Toscana, Città Metropolitana di Firenze #### What's nearby - Castello di Coiano - 10 min drive - 5.7 km - Stadio Carlo Castellani - 17 min drive - 14.2 km - San Miniato Cathedral - 19 min drive - 13.5 km - Castle of Oliveto - 21 min drive - 13.9 km - Castelfalfi Golf Course - 36 min drive - 30.9 km #### Getting around - Granaiolo Station - 8 min drive - Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 41 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Pasticceria Napoletana - ‬12 min drive - ‪Sapori Di Toscana - ‬11 min drive - ‪I Cioffi - ‬17 min drive - ‪Special Pizza - ‬13 min drive - ‪Taverna Dell'ozio - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The olive house is located in the grounds of the historic Villa Meleto estate have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is The olive house is located in the grounds of the historic Villa Meleto estate pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The olive house is located in the grounds of the historic Villa Meleto estate? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The olive house is located in the grounds of the historic Villa Meleto estate? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The olive house is located in the grounds of the historic Villa Meleto estate located? > Located in the heart of Castelfiorentino, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Castello di Coiano, Cosimo Maria Masini, and Cerester Wine. Benozzo Gozzoli Museum and Teatro del Popolo are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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