We stayed at Villa Ventura in late October as a family of five, parents and three children, ranging from 8-14.
The Villa is beautifully and recently renovated to a very high standard, with marble en suite baths, gorgeous views of the Tuscan hills and downtown Florence and is an easy, short walk down an old stone path to town (and a slightly less easy walk back up — but good for burning off gelato!)
Karin is a wonderful host, who responded quickly to our every request, curated suggestions for things to do in Florence around the interests of our family and ensured our safe and timely arrival from the airport with great directions.
We would enthusiastically recommend Villa Ventura for anyone looking to stay in Florence in a place that offers all the luxury of a fine boutique hotel while enjoying the creature comforts of home.