Etnia Casa Gironi

Between the sea, the countryside and the mountains, Etnia Casa Gironi dates back to the year 1100 and is located within a pre-medieval village with the same name, Gironi, which etymologically comes from “around”, referring to the ancient wall that protected the village. On the way from Florence airport, 30 km from Casa Gironi, guests can admire a landscape of cypress trees with mountains in the background and feel the bucolic atmosphere in the air, full of soft colors, typical of the mythical Italian region. Located on the plateau of the province of Pistoia, the old Tuscan country house has been refurbished, with contemporary touches that dialogue with the ancient structure of stone and wood, prominent in the original design.

The property integrates with nature and the historical and cultural legacy of its village, offering cozy spaces that overlook the woods.

The common area includes a living room, dining room, guest bathroom, equipped kitchen and a large terrace with strategic openings onto the garden. From the terrace of Casa Gironi, you can see the towers of the Cathedral of San Zeno, patron saint of fishermen and newborns, built in the 10th century in the Romanesque style in Piazza del Duomo in the center of Pistoia. The first reference to it dates back to 923.

The living room has a fireplace, ideal for cozy moments with a good wine. In addition, the house has a studio that can function as a workspace for those who need to stay connected and work remotely, or to write a book, memoir or academic text.

The structural walls preserve the wide and heavy stones typical of Tuscany, called pietra serena, widely used in Renaissance architecture, and oak wood on the doors and windows, as well as cypress details. The flooring, in resin reminiscent of the famous burnt cement, was expanded in the last renovation, carried out ten years ago.

Casa Gironi has two suites on the second floor, decorated in a contemporary style, with modern bathrooms and completely renovated after three years of renovation. Although located in a rural area, it is only 40 minutes to the beach in the village of Forte dei Marmi, on the Versilia coast, where you can buy fabrics, ceramics, flowers and local crafts at the market held on Wednesdays.

30 km from Florence, 10 km from Pistoia and with easy access to cities such as Pisa (75 km), Lucca (55 km) and Siena (100 km), Casa Gironi offers history and comfort in the heart of Tuscany, close to the main towns that have important references to the works of Dante Alighieri, Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci – in his hometown, Vinci, a few kilometers from the house, there is a museum that showcases the genius of the master.

You can ride horses in the mountains or go hiking under the inspiring light of the region, which has enchanted so many artists. The neighbors and locals are central characters in this setting, which is reminiscent of a Cinecittà film from the golden age of Italian cinema. For those seeking immersion in Renaissance art, Florence's many museums are nearby. For shopping, there are stores of renowned brands such as Prada, Gucci, Ferragamo and Pucci, which originated in the region and now offer outlets to visitors in the outskirts of the Tuscan capital.

Interesting facts

In addition to being a typical medieval village, Gironi has a history of resistance to the Nazi regime – completely burned down during the war, the city was rebuilt after the war. From there, it is possible to see Pistoia, the birthplace of Pope Clement IX, who was head of the Catholic Church from 1667 to 1669. The provincial cemetery is the resting place of soldiers of the Brazilian Expeditionary Force (FEB), who fought alongside the Allies in World War II. Although their bodies were transferred to Aterro do Flamengo in Rio de Janeiro, Pistoia still has a plaque in their honor.

 

Details

- 2 suites with bathroom

- Air conditioning

- Equipped laundry

- Fireplace

- Sleeps 4

- 3 bathrooms

- Wi-Fi

 

Distances

Firenze train station 30 km away

 

Airports

Florence, 30 km away