Villa Le Maschere Barberino di Mugello - Tuscany

Hotel Villa Le Maschere is a stunning property representing the perfect synthesis of a late 16th century country residence and a stylish contemporary hotel. Perched on a hill just outside the small Tuscan town of Barberino di Mugello, surrounded by some 35 acres of parkland which gently slopes down to the shores of Lake Bilancino below, Villa Le Maschere is a beautifully restored period residence which still conserves many of its original architectural and decorative features: from the building's striking 16th and 18th century facades, to its exquisite interiors, these characterized by original frescoes, stucco work, gold leaf tiles, and antique, Liberty style glass.

The almost playful contrast of the villa's harmonious renaissance forms and the sleek lines of its contemporary designer furnishings, accentuates the unique character of the hotel. Situated in the main villa and the Chini Pavilion, Villa Le Maschere's 65 bedrooms and suites are intimate spaces in which to observe a perfectly achieved equilibrium between past and present. A number of the rooms contain original period artworks, including statues by the 17th century artist, Giovanni Battista Foggi, floral reliefs by Tito Chini, and 18th century frescoes (the latter embellish the suite in which Pope Pius IX once habitually resided). The suites located on the top floor of Villa Le Maschere boast spectacular views out over the surrounding countryside.

Villa Le Maschere's park and Italian garden are ideal places where to unwind and relax, strolling along the shores of Lake Bilancino or lazing by the side of one of the hotel's two swimming pools.

At Villa Le Maschere's Cancello di Ghiereto restaurant, guests enjoy imaginative Tuscan cuisine prepared using the very finest of local seasonal produce. The hotel's eight function rooms, the park, and the terrace with view of the lake make Villa Le Maschere a dream location for glamorous weddings and exclusive social events and a much sought after venue for top level business meetings.