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About this property
Villa Rucellai is a charming bed and breakfast located in Prato, nestled in the tranquility of the Tuscan countryside, just 4 km from the city center. This historic villa, still owned and inhabited by the Rucellai-Piqué family for more than two centuries, offers a cozy and familiar atmosphere, ideal for a relaxing break or as a starting point for exploring Tuscany. The property has several rooms, each unique in size and decor, all with private bathrooms. A generous buffet breakfast is provided daily in this family-run historic villa, and guests can enjoy several restaurants such as "EleBene" Home Restaurant that is here in the villa or many nearby, serving Tuscan specialities and pizza. Guests can enjoy an outdoor swimming pool for seasonal use, ideal for relaxing moments surrounded by greenery. The villa is surrounded by olive groves and vineyards and offers a serene and evocative environment.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Robert
United Kingdom
“Wonderful view over the city as we had breakfast on the loggia. Very relaxing location.” - Lynke
Netherlands
“The breakfast was amazing, the pool was very nice and the rooms where very clean” - Kayleigh
United Kingdom
“The best place I have ever stayed in Italy, such beautiful well kept grounds, authentically Italian which is exactly what I wanted. The owners were so friendly, we felt at home immediately! Gorgeous views and a super relaxing stay.” - Dkortz
Netherlands
“They provided a Fantastic breakfast, extended almost posh English style in a very charming room. The tables were on the balcony with a nice view. You get what you see, an almost anciest building with lots of stairs and great garden. The kids...” - Hanora
United Kingdom
“Loved the welcome, brilliant room number 1 which suited our teenage children nicely, loved hearing classical music, space to chill in the lounge or the garden or terrace. Enjoyed the self service breakfast and then a quick trip to Florence” - Jarl
Netherlands
“Simply stunning and exeptional. Truly grateful that we were able to experience staying here. Absolutely planning to come back in the future!” - Dror
Israel
“I like the place, the stuff. A good breakfast .we did tour in the oil press house it was exlent vection” - Alexandra
Czech Republic
“That was truly a unique experience, living in a historic Italian villa. The interior, the furniture. the garden - everything felt very authentic. I spent a lot of time in the garden and in a common living room. Where were bottles of local wine...” - Dhall
United Kingdom
“It’s in a very beautiful location and the staff was very kind.” - Ljudevit
Croatia
“Its a castle... for anyone like me who love castles, villas and chateaus this place is gonna feel like heaven. I absolutely recommend this place when you are in Tuscany, and or Florence. The gardens are like in Eden, the balcony is for pictures on...”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.





The fine print
If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Villa Rucellai in advance.
If using a GPS system to reach the property, please insert Via Giovanni Miniati. Once there, change it to Via di Canneto 16.
Please inform Villa Rucellai in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
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