In Empoli .Your stay at this Empoli villa places you within a 10-minute walk of Museum of GlassEmpoli Glass Museum and Stadio Carlo Castellani. Parco di Serravalle and Pontormos House are also within half a mile (1 km).
House Museum of Ferruccio Busoni - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Arno River - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
Pontormos House - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Convent of Santa Maria a Ripa - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
Getting around
Empoli Station - 16 min walk
Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
C.risiamo - 12 min walk
Pasticceria La Perla - 10 min walk
Schiacciavineria - 11 min walk
Nagoya - 11 min walk
Napule Pizzaria - 9 min walk
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 WHITE PEARL
Welcome to Villa La Perla Bianca, an authentic luxury villa in Tuscany located in the heart of Empoli, just a few minutes from Florence, Pisa, and the renowned Chianti region. This exclusive villa in Tuscany is the ideal place to enjoy a luxury vacation in Italy, combining the charm of historic architecture with all modern comforts The villa is also the perfect base for tailor-made experiences: wine testings, private dinners with local chefs, cooking classes, private tours of Florence, Siena, and Pisa. Main Villa
Basement: 190 square meters, partly used as a wellness area with an integrated gym featuring climate control and heating, TV, Wi-Fi, and music; a Starpool sauna with an internal shower, ambient lighting, and music that can accommodate up to 4 people; and a full bathroom with toilet, two sinks, and a sensory shower with chromotherapy. It features a spacious kitchen with a full-size refrigerator, sink, dishwasher, gas stove, oven, microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerated wine cooler, opening onto a large outdoor veranda connected to the pool and usable in both summer and winter thanks to a retractable canopy. It includes a spacious laundry and ironing area. There is a basement wine cellar. All rooms are air-conditioned and heated.
Ground Floor: 210 square meters spread over two levels and adorned with impressive decorative stucco work in perfect neoclassical style, featuring prestigious Carrara white marble and teak wood flooring. The 60-square-meter living room, featuring an elegant wood-burning fireplace, overlooks the main terrace, which is furnished with seating areas and a staircase leading to the park; there is also a TV room and a spacious kitchen complete with a sink, dishwasher, gas stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, and coffee maker. On the second level is the dining room, set in a unique space featuring large windows overlooking the pool below. A hallway leads to a Devon&Devon-style bathroom with a sink and toilet for use by the living area, as well as a large bedroom—also with a pool view—featuring a private bathroom complete with a vanity unit with double sinks, a shower, and toilet. A storage closet provides access to a built-in laundry chute for depositing linens in the laundry room. All rooms are air-conditioned and heated.
First Floor: 165 square meters spread over a single level, also enhanced by impressive decorative stucco work in perfect neoclassical style and prestigious teak flooring in a Versailles pattern. A spacious hallway leads to the master bedroom, located in a corner of the villa. It consists of an entryway with access to an elegantly furnished sitting area—complete with armchairs and a TV for exclusive use—and to the bedroom itself, whose large window overlooks the main staircase. The bedroom is connected by a wide sliding door to the bathroom, finished in Portuguese rosé marble and featuring a vanity unit with two sinks and a makeup area, a unique shower, and a round two-person bathtub beneath the large window. All areas of the master suite also open onto a terrace furnished with armchairs and curtains, overlooking the pool, for exclusive use. The hallway also leads to a second large double bedroom, with two windows overlooking the main staircase and offering a view of the park, elegantly furnished and complete with a private bathroom featuring a shower that opens onto the villa’s characteristic neoclassical balcony, as well as a third double bedroom, also complete with a bathroom featuring a sink, toilet, and elegant shower—all in perfect harmony with the villa’s style. Access via a dedicated laundry chute for storage in the laundry room. All rooms are air-conditioned and heated.
The Attic: A white-wood loft This 145-square-meter loft is laid out as a single open-plan space on two levels, featuring a white-wood ceiling and teak flooring. The loft features a large living area with a corner sofa, a fully equipped kitchen with a sink, dishwasher, induction cooktop, oven, refrigerator, and coffee machine, a dining table and TV in a private area, a desk nook with a bookshelf to screen off the bedroom—which is brightly lit by a skylight—and a bathroom in elegant Calacatta Oro marble with a sink, toilet, whirlpool tub, and shower. The space features a private terrace complete with outdoor seating overlooking the city’s rooftops.
The park: An oasis of relaxation in Empoli. The park, a 1,800-square-meter area surrounding the villa, is a natural wonder, adorned with imposing centuries-old trees that mark its perimeter. At the heart of this lush green setting lies a large, well-manicured lawn, which serves as the backdrop to a swimming pool that blends seamlessly into the villa.
Swimming Pool with a Refined Design The swimming pool, framed by elegant marble paving, is lined with stunning mother-of-pearl tiles that reflect the sun’s rays, creating evocative plays of light. An exclusive whirlpool area with circular seats invites you to relax, while modern features such as the counter-current swimming system and integrated lighting add a touch of luxury and functionality. Rounding out this wellness retreat is a decorative wall featuring water features and waterfalls, next to which is an outdoor shower for cooling off.
Around the pool, lounge chairs are arranged both on the lawn and on the paved area, offering guests numerous spots to relax surrounded by greenery. The pool is also equipped with a retractable cover that connects it directly to the villa, as well as a heating system for both the air and the water, allowing guests to enjoy this space even during the winter months. This perfect blend of elegance and comfort transforms the garden into a luxurious and tranquil retreat just a few kilometers from Florence, enjoyable year-round.
Multifunctional Veranda Adding further value to the property is the “pool area,” which benefits from a splendid veranda located directly in front of it. This veranda is a particularly charming feature, as it can be completely enclosed thanks to the new, large glass panels that extend along the entire perimeter. These windows, crafted with meticulous attention to detail and designed to blend seamlessly with the tunnel covering the pool, allow this space to be transformed into a natural extension of the home, creating an additional area of approximately 180 square meters. This space is extremely versatile: depending on your needs and preferences, it can be used as a comfortable outdoor extension, perfectly integrated with the surrounding environment, or as a completely enclosed space, ideal for use throughout all seasons of the year, both in summer and winter.
In addition to having a direct connection to the villa’s basement, the veranda also offers the possibility of creating a true wellness area. This is made possible both by the heating system, which maintains the ideal temperature for the space and the pool water, and by the layout designed to accommodate wellness facilities. Inside, the veranda is elegantly furnished with a long dining table—perfect for hosting convivial dinners—surrounded by comfortable armchairs. In addition, the relaxation area—featuring a spacious corner sofa—invites you to rest and unwind, enhanced by outdoor Wi-Fi coverage and an audio system that lets you listen to music at any time. Thanks to these details, the veranda serves as a multifunctional space that further enhances the home-living experience, combining comfort, elegance, and the opportunity to enjoy a wellness environment in all seasons
Extra Services Upon request and to be arranged in advance, the villa offers exclusive services such as a private chef, a driver for transfers or personalized tours of Florence and the surrounding area, delivery of breakfast, brunch, and prepared lunches, Italian cooking classes for pasta and pizza, and fine wine testings with table service. It is also possible to arrange relaxing or lymphatic drainage massage sessions with a professional physical therapist.
Pool and veranda heating, as well as counter-current swimming, are extra services not included in the rental price and must be requested at least three days in advance.
Entrance and Arrivals The villa has multiple entrances to ensure convenience and privacy. The pedestrian entrance from the main street leads to a large white marble foyer with two imposing floor-to-ceiling columns; from here, you can access both the elevator and the interior staircase. The main driveway entrance, accessible through an elegant gate, opens onto a tree-lined avenue that ends with a grand staircase leading to the first floor. On the opposite side of the villa, a second gate provides access to a custom-built parking area, with space for up to four cars, and a staircase leading directly to the first floor, offering an elegant and functional alternative entrance. The main gravel-paved courtyard provides parking for three to four cars.
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Elevator
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smooth flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Things to do
Cooking classes
Gym
Heated pool
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Bed sheets changed on request
Double-glazed windows
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Living plant wall
Recycling
Some LED lighting used
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 7,535 square feet
Vegetarian dining options
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number IT048014B47HRWDV4B
We should mention
All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Frequently asked questions
How close is THE WHITE PEARL to the airport?
This villa is 19.3 mi (42-min drive) away from the Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does THE WHITE PEARL have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.
Does THE WHITE PEARL offer free breakfast?
This villa does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at THE WHITE PEARL?
No, there is no casino at this villa.
What time is check-in at THE WHITE PEARL?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at THE WHITE PEARL?
Free parking is not available at this villa.
Does THE WHITE PEARL have a pool?
This villa features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.
Does THE WHITE PEARL have a spa?
This villa doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.