In the countryside of Firenze, in a town in the immediate outskirts of Florence, there’s a charming quaint Tuscan construction surrounded by olives and secular cypress trees. Villa Carol is a renovated independent barn of 100 meters, with a 360° panorama from a green and quiet hill, opening directly over spectacular views of the Tuscan countryside. The Villa is the ideal place for anyone who desires to unite art, history and relaxation in the sweet nature of Tuscany. The original architectural details have been preserved and incorporated into a new, elegant and comfortable design. The barn has been restructured using traditional materials: local stone, exposed wooden beams and Florentine terracotta floors, giving a touch of simple elegance. It is within easy reach of the most famous Tuscan cities: only 20 minutes from Florence, only 10 minutes from Vinci and San Miniato, 30 minutes from Pisa, 50 minutes from Siena, Volterra, Monteriggioni, San Gimignano. Florence Some of the greatest artistic treasures in the world are to be found in Florence’s museums, palaces, and churches. Popular and important sites in Florence include the Cathedral, the Baptistery, the Uffizi, the Accademia, and the Bargello. The churches of Santa Maria Novella and Santa Croce house world-renowned works of art, and Michelangelo's architectural genius is to be admired in the Church of San Lorenzo’s New Sacristy and the Laurentian Library. Wander the ancient city streets until you reach the Arno River, enjoy the Ponte Vecchio, and cross over to the artisan district in the Oltrarno. The Pitti Palace houses vast and varied collections of paintings, silver works, and Renaissance costumes dating from the 15th through the 19th centuries. And there’s plenty to see outdoors: spend a day at the Boboli Gardens or climb the hill to Piazzale Michelangelo and the church of San Miniato al Monte for an enchanting view of Florence. The historic center of Florence has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Sienna located in the heart of Tuscany, is one of Italy's best-preserved medieval towns. Built on three hills and surrounded by well-preserved walls, Siena is filled with fine examples of Gothic architecture and boasts one of the world's most unique piazzas, Il Campo. The world-famous horserace, Il Palio, is an essential part of Sienese identity, history and culture. The historic center of Siena has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. San Gimignano is a small, fortified hill town in the province of Siena famous for its medieval architecture, especially its towers, which may be seen from several kilometers outside of town. It is known for its white wine, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, grown in the area. In 1990 San Gimignano was declared by the UNESCO as a World Heritage Town. Volterra with its intriguing history and stunning natural landscape, makes for one of the most charming hill towns to visit in Tuscany. From the time of the Etruscans to the 19th century, history bestowed upon Volterra a wealth of artwork and archeological monuments which can still be seen today within the context of unspoiled natural surroundings, a way of life on a human scale, and the area's unique centuries-long tradition of carving and sculpting alabaster for functional, decorative and architectural purposes.