Vicchio suits groups wanting a private pool and garden in the Mugello, about 25 km north-east of Florence, with Giotto's birthplace nearby. Most homes sleep eight or more. This is quiet countryside rather than a base for daily city sightseeing.
Vicchio is a municipality of roughly 8,000 people spread over 31 hamlets, so the homes sit in open country rather than on a town grid. Giotto was born in the hamlet of Colle di Vespignano, and a statue of him stands in the central Piazza di Giotto. Fra Angelico was born at Rupecanina. A route called the Path of the Painters links these places through hamlets and green countryside. Lake Montelleri is a short walk from the centre and is used for canoeing. The homes are mostly large, with a garden, and most have a pool and a fireplace.
Reached on foot or by bike along an eco-track from the Vicchio side, an easy route that is also suitable for children.
Home to the church of Sant'Andrea, linked to Don Lorenzo Milani, where a research and training centre continues his educational work.
A reservoir in the Mugello valley, formed in 1999 when a dam was built across the River Sieve.
Florence Airport is around 45 minutes away by car. Buses and trains also run from Florence to Vicchio, but the homes are scattered through the hamlets and countryside, so a car is needed.
Giotto was born in the hamlet of Colle di Vespignano, in the municipality of Vicchio. A 3.2 metre statue of him stands in the central Piazza di Giotto, and his birthplace on the Vespignano hill is now a cultural space.
Vicchio is about 25 km north-east of Florence, and the drive from Florence Airport takes around 45 minutes. It borders Borgo San Lorenzo, Dicomano, Marradi and Pontassieve.
Yes. The Path of the Painters links Giotto's house, Fra Angelico's house and the Museum of Sacred Art, and an easy eco-track runs to Borgo San Lorenzo on foot or by bike.
Lake Montelleri is a short walk from the town centre and suits a canoe ride. Lake Bilancino, a Mugello reservoir formed by a dam across the Sieve, lies elsewhere in the valley.
Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed October 2026.
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