Villa Olmi Resort
C. Italy: Tuscany: Bagno a Ripoli
Located just outside of Florence in Bagno di Ripoli, Villa Olmi Resort is an eighteenth century villa that has been beautifully restored into a five-star hotel. The villa's estate includes two additional buildings, the Fattoria and Colonica, that have been newly constructed, and all three buildings house a total of 50 accommodations. The main villa has 12 majestic suites, some of which have stunning frescoes. Accommodations in the Fattoria range from finely appointed suites to rooms with private gardens. Two huge apartments are located in the Colonica that has been made into a small hamlet which are ideal for families.

Amenities at Villa Olmi Resort include a swimming pool, a very attractive restaurant that offers cooking lessons, wine bar, modern facilities such as WI-FI throughout, and meeting rooms. Continuous shuttle bus service is available for the 15 - 20 minute ride - depending on traffic - to the center of Florence. Longtime JDB friend and partner, the illustrious Enzo Cadirni, who has been at the helm of both the Park Hotel Siena and Grand Hotel Continental in Siena, is the General Manager, and is one who guarantees exceptional customer service.