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Location:Roccella Ionica, Italy
Bedrooms:1
Sleeps:2
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Air Conditioning, Disability Access, Kitchenette, Laundry, Patio, Pets OK, Smoking OK, Swimming Pool, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Description:The farm at 30 meters from the sea.Studio with a double bed, fully equipped kitchenette, bathroom, patio on the countryside, disabled access. The studio is part of a larger farmhouse in which all the other houses are set amidst olive and mandarin trees, there are pigs, chickens, turtles and birds out of curiosity and joy of children. The price includes: private beach with direct access, swimming pool, WiFi, tennis, parking, play area, ping pong, table football. The farm enjoys a privileged position to know the natural historical and artistic heritage of Calabria. Nature trails await you in Aspromonte between rivers and ravines, forests and waterfalls, and historical-cultural differences between Greek and Roman archaeological sites, testimony Byzantine and Norman, medieval villages. The farm offers guests daily productions: olive oil, fruits, vegetables, fresh eggs, meats, elixirs, jams, chili sauce, pickles. The farm is located 100 km from the airport of Lamezia Terme and Reggio Calabria.... more info >>
Location:Turin, Italy
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:2
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Dishes, Elevator, Full kitchen, Internet Access, Iron, Laundry, Linens, Patio, Pets OK, Shower, Smoking OK, Towels, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Activities:Biking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Movie Theaters, Museums, Restaurants & more activities »
Description:INGLESE.........> ITALIANO....> ESPANOL I'm doing the famous saying of the Latin American hospitality: Mi casa es tu casa - My house is your house My house and home We speak castellano (español) Portuguese and Italian From my house (rural-rural town), I posted an outbuilding say an independent apartment with private entrance from the courtyard consists of a full kitchen living / bedroom with two beds, Como with mirror, two night tables, dresser with mirror and three doors / Bathroom with bidet sink, shower and washer / Courtyard with laundry sink and stretch all the pots, dishes, linens, towels and the like are provided! Washing machine and iron. FREE INTERNET (Wirlees) wireless. We live in 4-6-10 minutes from downtown Turin, Tram (No. 4) and Bus (46-49 -77) reported that through the City as the largest open-air market at Porta Palazzo European bank with a lot of fruit and vegetables where they sell all their products to customers calling with a loud voice, as in ancient times there is also a time ... even the benches farmers who sell their crops in the province that are fresh as the vegetables she fruit, eggs etc.. Stores covered with white meat of rabbits, chickens, turkeys, pigs, wild boars and red ... ham, salami, ... There are stalls of clothing ... shoes (now almost all Chinese) on Saturday all day gli'altri days only morning (time: 8 - 13) not to be missed! Also nearby is the Cathedral of Turin, Piazza Castello ... ... Royal Palace Museum more .. . ... Piazza San Carlo with its Cafe 900. Palazzo Carignano (First Italian Parliament 1861) Piazza Vittorio (the largest) and in front of the Great Mother and the Monte dei Cappuccini ... The Egyptian Museum, the largest in the world after Cairo ... hehehe! The Mole Antonelliana (the Tower of Effiel Torino) Museum of taking the elevator has a beautiful view of the whole city. ... Inside is the Museum of Cinema! The Basilica di Superga and Colle della Maddalena (The Lighthouse) Turin is located near the Royal Palace of Venaria (the Versalies) completely restored with various museums inside ... now the most visited! Park next ... The Herd hunting of Vittorio Emanuele II ... km. km of nature and to walk on foot or by bicycle (the lease) between grazing horses ... farms ... .. From the station you arrive Pota New tram 4 in 10/15 ' From the station of Porta Sussa you arrive by bus in 49 ... 46 10 ' Nearby is the Dora station with trains leaving every hour at the airport of Caselle. Maps are available, Guided Tour of the city ... and the Province of Turin and the Piedmont Region. a few hundred meters, even the entrance of the freeway to visit the beauties of the province of Turin and Piedmont. Pizzerias in the area, traditional restaurants and Piedmont and International ethnic (Chinese, Arabs, Peruvians, Hindu) Shops Piedmontese wines d.o.c. (Barolo, Dolcetto.Barbera, Grignolino etc..) And sweet! In Turin you can rent bikes ... and I also have cars with Club Car Sharing to pay time and miles. Taxis always parking close ... =================00000============================== ITALIANO : Sto realizzando il famoso detto latinoamericano di ospitalità: “Mi casa es tu casa”-“ My house is your house” “ Casa mia e casa tua” Parliamo castellano ( español) portoghese e italiano Da casa mia (rustica –rurale in città) ho distaccato una dèpendance diciamo un bilocale indipendente con ingresso privato dal cortile composto di una cucina completa abitabile / dormitorio con due letti , Como con specchio , due comodini, un armadio con specchio a tre ante/ Bagno con lavandino bidè,doccia e lavatrice/Cortile interno con lavandino e stendi biancheria Tutte le pentole, stoviglie, lenzuola, asciugamani e cose simili sono previste! Lavatrice e ferro da stiro. INTERNET GRATIS (Wirlees) senza fili. Abitiamo a 4-6-10 minuti dal centro di Torino con Tram (n.4 ) e Bus ( 46 – 49 –77) che riportano per tutta la Città come al più grande Mercato a cielo aperto europeo di Porta Palazzo con tantissimo banco di frutta e verdura dove tutti vendono i loro prodotti richiamando a gran voce i clienti come nei tempi antichi di una volta … c’è pure anche i banchi dei contadini che vendono i propri prodotti coltivati nella provincia che sono freschi come le verdure ella frutta,le uova ecc. Negozi al coperto di carni bianche di conigli,polli,tacchini maiali,cinghiali e rosse…prosciutti,salami,…Ci sono i banchi dell’abbigliamento…delle scarpe (oggi quasi tutti cinesi) il sabato tutto il giorno gli’altri giorni solo di mattino ( orario :8- 13 ) da non perdere! Sempre vicino c’è la Cattedrale di Torino…Piazza Castello…Palazzo Reale più Museo .. .Piazza San Carlo…con i suoi Caffè del ‘900. Palazzo Carignano ( Primo Parlamento Italiano 1861) Piazza Vittorio (la più grande) e di fronte la Gran Madre con il Monte dei Cappuccini… Il Museo Egizio il più grande al mondo dopo Cairo…hehehe!!! La Mole Antoneliana ( la Torre Effiel di Torino) prendendo il Museo del l’ascensore ha la bella vista di tutta la Città….al suo interno trovi il Museo del Cinema !!! La Basilica di Superga e il Colle della Maddalena ( Il Faro) Vicino a Torino si trova la “ Reggia della Venaria “ ( la Versalies ) completamente ristrutturato con diversi Musei al suo interno …oggi il più visitato !…accanto il Parco La Mandria riserva di caccia di Vittorio Emanuele II …km. e km di natura per passeggiare a piedi o in biciclette ( le affittano) tra pascoli..cavalli…cascine… Dalla Stazione di Pota Nuova si arriva con il Tram n.4 in 10/15’ Dalla Stazione di Porta Sussa si arriva con il Pulman 49…46 in 10’ Vicino c’è la Stazione Dora con treni che vanno all’aeroporto di Caselle ogni ora. Sono a vostra disposizione Cartine ,Guide…Itinerari della città e della Provincia di Torino e della Regione Piemonte. a poche centinaia di metri anche l'entrata della tangenziale per poter visitare le bellezze della provincia di Torino e del Piemonte. In zona Pizzerie, Ristoranti Tipici Piemontesi e Internazionali e etnici ( cinesi,arabi, peruviani,indù ) Negozi di vini piemontesi d.o.c. (Barolo,Dolcetto.Barbera,Grignolino ecc.) e dolci ! A Torino si possono affittare biciclette …e posso anche avere delle automobili con Car Sharing Club a pagamento orario e km. Parcheggi vicini…Taxi sempre ================0000================================= ESPAñOL Estoy realizzando el dicho famoso de la hospitalidad de América Latina: Mi casa es tu casa - Casa mia e casa tua “ – “ My house is your house” Hablamos castellano (español), portugués y italiano estoy jubilado y trabaje como fotografo,cine, yturismo y biblioteca en la Municipalidad de Turin.. Vivi 24 años en America Latina ( Perù y Chile) recoriendo la Selva amazzonica ,Bolivia Equador Colombia y Panama Desde mi casa en la ciudad ( rural-rural), e destacado una dependencia decir, un apartamento con entrada independiente desde el patio y consta de un salón cocina-dormitorio con dos camas, Como con espejo, dos mesillas de noche, Armario con espejo a tres puertas / Cuarto de baño con lavabo bidet, ducha y lavadora / Patio con lavadero fregadero/ Las ollas, platos, ropa de cama, toallas y similares estan disponibles como la plancha y la lavadora. . INTERNET GRATIS (Wirlees) inalámbrica. Vivimos en 4-6-10 minutos del centro de Turín, tranvía (núm. 4) y autobuses (46-49 -77) A 4’ tenemos el mayor mercado al aire libre de europa : Porta Palazzo con decenas y decenas de bancos que venden una cantidades de frutas y hortalizas en los quales llaman a gran voz a loa clientes , como en tiempos antiguos incluso, estan los bancos de los agricultores que venden sus cosechas de la provincia que están frescos como la fruta, las verduras,los huevos, etc. Hay Negocios que venden carnes blancas :conejos, pollos, pavos, cerdos, jabalíes y salami, jamónes Hay decenas de banco de venta de ropa ... los zapatos (hoy casi todos son de los chinos), el sábado esta abierto todo el dìa todos los días y de lunes a viernes solo en la mañana (hora: 8 - 13) Siempre en la plaza esta el mercado del pescado …n o s e l o p i e r d a n !! También cerca está la Catedral de Turín, la Piazza Castello ... ... Museo del Palacio Real.. . ... Piazza San Carlo, con sus Cafés del ‘ 900. Palazzo Carignano (Primer Parlamento italiano 1861) Piazza Vittorio (la mayor) y de frente La Gran Madre y el Monte de los Cappuccinos ... El Museo Egipcio, la más grande del mundo después de El Cairo ... jejeje! La Mole Antonelliana (la Torre de Effiel deTurin) Museo salendo con el ascensor tienen una hermosa vista de toda la ciudad. ... En el interior se encuentra el bellissimo Museo del Cine! En los cerros estan La Basílica de Superga y recoriendo la panoramica en la naturalezza de 20 km se llega al Colle della Maddalena ( Eramo - El Faro) A 10 km. esta la “ Reggia di Venaria” que seria el Palacio Real de Venaria (el Versalies) completamente restaurada con varios museos en el interior ...hoy es el más visitado! Alli esta tambièn el Parque La Mandria .. La estancia de caza y del rebaño de Vittorio Emanuele II ... km.y km de naturaleza a pie o en bicicleta (se anquilan) entre el caballo en la pradera ...y granjas de los campesinos ... .. Desde la estación de Porta Nuova se llega a la casa con el tranvía- metro n. 4 en 10’. Desde la estación de Porta Sussa se llega a la casa con el autobús n.49 en 10 ' . Muy cerca se encuentra la estación Dora con trenes que parten y llegan cada hora desde el aeropuerto de Caselle… Turin …Casele….puedo venir a recogerlos a la estaziòn . Los mapas están disponibles, visita guiada de la ciudad ... y la Provincia de Turín y la región del Piamonte. Con el automobil no esta lejos la entrada de la autopista para visitar las bellezas de la provincia de Turín y del Piamonte. Pizzerías de la zona, restaurantes tradicionales Piamonteses y Internacional… ademàs de étnicos (chinos, árabes, peruanos, hindúes) Tiendas de vinos piamonteses d.o.c. (Barolo, Dolcetto.Barbera, Grignolino etc.) Y dulces…el famoso chocolate « Gianduia »! En Turín se pueden alquilar bicicletas ... y también tengo los coches con el Club Car Sharing pagando el tiempo 2.20 €. x ora y los kilómetros. 0.60 €.x km. Los taxis estan sempre a disposiciòn dìa y noche.... more info >>
Location:Roccella Ionica, Italy
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:4
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Air Conditioning, Kitchenette, Laundry, Patio, Pets OK, Smoking OK, Swimming Pool, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Activities:Beach, Tennis
Description:Studio with double bed, dining area with kitchenette and a bathroom. All 'outside a small open patio and parking space on the campaign. The studio is housed in a farmhouse surrounded by olive and citrus trees just 30 meters from the sea. Guests, included in the price, the private beach with direct access, wifi, games for children and adults, the pool (second season), tennis court and game room equipped to consult books or maps in a foreign language. Activities in the farm: traditional oil, citrus, fruit trees, vegetables, pigs, chickens, birds, turtles. What's Nearby: Aspromonte Park 25 km., Gerace to 18 km., Stylus 35 km., Violets MuSaBa to 8km. To arrive at airports Reggio Calabria and Lamezia Terme to 100 km. Railway Station 2 km.... more info >>
Location:Monticiano, Italy
Bedrooms:1
Sleeps:3
Property Type:Apartment
Amenities:Internet Access, Kitchenette, Laundry, Patio, Shower, TV, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Activities:Ping Pong
Description:Lovely studio/loft in the middle of Tuscany Countryside. Just 20 minutes from SIENA and other important cultural centers. The studio/loft is located in a tipical Tuscan Farm surrounded by animals and spectacular views. Great place to spend quite and relaxing vacations but just few minutes from the most popular cultural towns: Siena, San Galgano Abbey, Petriolo Hot Springs, Montalcino, Pienza, Colle Val D'Elsa, San Gimignano and much much more... The studio has a full kitchenette, a private bathroom with shower, a loft/bed, a sofa and outside there is a huge garden, a hen house for fresh eggs everydays-). Well what can I say...You are gonna love it!!! more inf Nel cuore della campagna toscana,situata all'interno della Riserva Naturale dei fiumi Farma e Merse,la casa colonica si trova a circa 25 Km da Siena e 50 Km da Grosseto in contesto molto tranquillo,ideale per famiglie, con ampio giardino e porzione di bosco recintati.Dotato di posto macchina,patio e attrezzature giochi per bambini e ragazzi(altalene, scivolo,ping pong). I nostri amici animali: Mosè il cane, Puffa la gatta e poi..galline, anatre,ecc. Il monolocale è ben arredato e dotato di tutti i confort, fornito di biancheria e uso di lavanderia... more info >>
Location:Castellina in Chianti, Italy
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:2
Sleeps:3
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, Deck, Freezer, Kitchenette, Patio, Playground, Refrigerator, Shower, Swimming Pool, TV & more amenities »
Activities:Ping Pong, Restaurants, Swimming
Description:Casa Sibilla G is an apartment in the characteristic style of the Tuscan countryside. It sleeps three people. It is appoximately 40 square meters (430 square feet). It features a shared swimming pool, a shared garden and winter heating. n nYou will be roughly 3 km (1.8 miles) from San Donato in Poggio, where you will find restaurants, the shops and public transportation. n nCasa Sibilla G is located on the ground floor of the building. n nTo stay at Casa Sibilla G you will need a car. You will be able to park it free of charge in a reserved parking space. n nThis little farm house, fully restored, is located in the heart of Tuscany , perfect location for excursions to Florence (27 km or 16.7 miles), Siena (35 km or 21.7 miles), San Gimignano (25 km or 15.5 miles), and pretty towns such as Castellina , Greve, Radda and Gaiole in Chianti . n nIt is on the top of a hill in a panoramic position from which you can enjoy a wonderful view of the surrounding hills and the incredible Tuscan sunsets. n nThe residence consists of two buildings, both facing onto a courtyard. There are ten apartments of different sizes and most have wooden beamed ceilings and terracotta floors. n nGuests can enjoy a sunny swimming pool overlooking the valley. It',s the place where you will relax and refresh at the end of a day spent in the Tuscan countryside or in a city of art. Other shared areas include a garden with terraces equipped with tables, chairs, sun beds and sun shades, and a table tennis room. n nThe swimming pool is 6 meters (20 feet) large by 12 meters (39 feet) long, 1.6 meters (5.2 feet) deep. The swimming pool area is equipped with tables, chairs, sun umbrellas, deck chairs and sun loungers. The swimming pool is shared with the other guests staying at the complex. It is open from mid-April until mid-October. n nThe garden is partly shaded by olive trees. It is equipped with tables, chairs, sun umbrellas, deck chairs and sun loungers. In the garden you will find a children's playgrounds. Here you will also find a barbecue. The garden is shared with the other guests staying at the complex. n nThe furnishings of the living room are simple and comfortable. They include a divan bed for one guest. In the living room you will also find a cooking area. The kitchenette is equipped with a four-burner gas cooker, a refrigerator with freezer, an Italian-style coffee-maker and an American-style coffee-maker (bring your filters!). The dining table can accommodate four guests. In this room you will find a satellite television. From the living room you will be able to enter the patio with a view of the garden through a French door. The room has a window with a view of the vegetation. n nThe furnishings of the bedroom are warm and welcoming. The room has a matrimonial bed (160 cm/62 inches, wider than a queen-size bed). The room has a porthole window. n nThe bathroom is equipped with a washbasin, a toilet, a fully enclosed shower and a hairdryer. n nShow tourist attractions and points of interest for this holiday home. n nOther properties nearby: Casa Sibilla A , Casa Sibilla B , Casa Sibilla C , Casa Sibilla D , Casa Sibilla E , Casa Sibilla F , Villa Sidonia .... more info >>
Location:Gualdo Cattaneo, Italy
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:4
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, Dishes, Dishwasher, Freezer, Kitchenette, Patio, Playground, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Shower, Swimming Pool, TV, Toaster & more amenities »
Description:Villa Sonia F is a welcoming apartment located on a isolated position, on the slopes of a hill which is covered in olive groves. It sleeps four people. From Villa Sonia F you will enjoy a gorgeous view of the Umbrian hills. Villa Sonia F is 60 square meters (645 square feet). It features a shared swimming pool, a shared garden, a reserved outdoor area and winter heating. n nYou will be roughly 8 km (5 miles) from Gualdo Cattaneo , where you will find the shops. You will find the closest restaurant at 100 meters (330 feet). n nVilla Sonia F is located on the ground floor of an ancient farmhouse. n nTo stay at Villa Sonia F you will need a car. You will be able to park it on the premises. n nThe Sonia apartments are part of an over 200 hectare farming estate, situated on a hill about 450 meters above sea level. Almost the whole farm is covered in woods. About 30 hectares of the farming estate are cultivated with organically grown olive trees. The apartments are situated in two of the three farmhouses of the estate and they stand on the top of the hill, surrounded by a centuries-old olive grove and a cultivation of new olive trees. Eight apartments are located in the main farmhouse, the other two apartments are located in the other farmhouse. In the mansion house, where the landlords live, you will find a restaurant and some rooms. n nOnce at the property, you will see some beautiful buildings made of yellowish marble stones, situated on a higher level and surrounded by a green lawn: from here, you will be able to enjoy the beauty of the uncontaminated countryside. Every angle of the garden enables you to have a 360-degree view of a boundless expanse of hills covered in green of woods or in silver of olive groves. A few reddish roofs and the bell-tower of a small village nearby can be spotted away when you are in the garden. The air is clear, colors are vivid and bright, and there is peace and tranquility. The smell of herbs and flowers fill the air... n nAt roughly 200 meters, you will find the the mansion where the landlords live. Here is a small restaurant where you can taste the genuine family-dishes of Umbria . Goods produced in the farm are also for sale: extra-virgin olive oil, wine, grappa, pasta, and sauces with truffle. The landlords are very fond of their farm and will greet you in a warm and friendly way. They will help with anything you need making sure you have your privacy respected. n nYou will find a beautiful swimming pool in the garden. Part of the garden is consecrated to children, being equipped with swings and slides. Also, a ping-pong table and mountain bikes are available for the guests of the apartments. n nIf you are keen on hiking, you will be able to walk along paths traced into the woods of the farming estate. n nAt roughly 5 km from the estate you will find riding stables, tennis courts and sport fishing areas. n nA laundry service is available at the property upon request, for extra cost. You can ask for this service to the property managers, once you are at the property. n nThe swimming pool is 7 meters (23 feet) large by 14 meters (46 feet) long. The swimming pool area is equipped with sun umbrellas, sun loungers and an external shower. From the swimming pool you will enjoy a spellbinding view of the Umbrian hills. You will share the pool with the other guests staying at the complex. It is open from the beginning of May until the end of September, from 9 am to 8 pm. n nThe garden is equipped with tables and chairs. In the garden you will find a children's playgrounds. Here you will also find a brickwork barbecue. From the garden you will enjoy a spellbinding view of the vegetation. You will share the garden with the other guests staying at the complex, and there will be an area reserved for your exclusive use. n nThe patio is 10 square meters (107 square feet) large. It is equipped with a table and chairs. From the patio you will enjoy an enchanting view of the Umbrian hills. n nThe living room is paved with Tuscan terracotta tiles. The ceiling has characteristic exposed wood beams and terraccotta tiles. The furnishings are warm and welcoming. They include a divan that unfolds into a double bed. In the living room you will also find a cooking area. The kitchenette can be closed in a cupboard and is equipped with a four-burner electric cooker, a small refrigerator with freezer, a dishwasher, an Italian-style coffee-maker and a toaster. The dining table can accommodate four guests. In this room you will find a small satellite television. From the living room you will be able to enter the patio with a view of the garden and of the hills through a French door. n nYou will be able to enter the bedroom from the living room. The ceiling has characteristic exposed wood beams and terraccotta tiles. The furnishings are warm and welcoming. The room has a matrimonial bed (160 cm/62 inches, wider than a queen-size bed). n nThe bathroom is equipped with a washbasin, a toilet and a shower. You will be able to enter the bathroom from the living room. n nShow tourist attractions and points of interest for this holiday home. n nOther properties nearby: Villa Sonia A , Villa Sonia C , Villa Sonia D , Villa Sonia E , Villa Sonia G .... more info >>
Location:Terranuova Bracciolini, Italy
Bedrooms:11
Bathrooms:11
Sleeps:21
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Child Friendly, Fireplace, Internet Access, Jacuzzi, Kitchenette, Patio, Sauna, Shower, Swimming Pool & more amenities »
Activities:Gym, Horseback Riding, Swimming
Description:Molino le Gualchiere (The Mill) is an old mill just below the medieval village of Loro Ciuffenna, facing the Chianti hills perfect for weddings and groups. nMolino 3 small buildings have been restored traditionally, creating five attractive apartments in and around the main house , with form 1 to 3 bedrooms each. nSituated in the characteristically beautiful Tuscan country side the farm borders on the Ciuffenna River and produces wine, olive oil, fruit and vegetables. nWe transferred from a big city 20 years ago to experience a different life and we like to share with our guest the beauty of of Tuscany and its countryside. nWe have now joined forces with a local organisation which cares for partially disabled young people, mainly affected by Down's Syndrome, in a venture which will enable these young people to help in the daily work of the Molino. This will give them the opportunity to experience not only the the rural activities of a small estate, but also of helping to look after guests in the apartments. Activities will be jointly planned and supervised, and all rental income from the guests will be wholly used to support and further the work of the association. nThe a partments are fully furnished and equipped for selfcatering and have different sizes from 1 to 3 bedrooms. n nThe Mill amenities include : n- swimming pool with jacuzzi corner n- sauna and mini-gym nTennis courts and horse riding available at short driving distances. nFast internet connection available in the Office. nACCOMODATIONS nWhile the accommodations are unique to each lodging, they all possess characteristic charm. nAll apartments have hot water and independent heating. nPadronale - Sleeps 6 (7 with extra bed) nHas two floors above ground level. On the 1st floor: 2 bedrooms (one with double bed and shower en suite and one with twin beds), one bathroom with Jacuzzi tub, ample traditional kitchen with beamed ceiling, stone sink and fireplace, spacious living room with open fireplace. Big partially covered terrace. nOn the 2nd floor: a large bedroom with double bed, large window with view over the property, dressing room with bathroom en suite with shower. nLa Casetta - Located on the 1st floor. Sleeps 4, two double bedrooms, kitchen dining living room with open fireplace. Bathroom with shower. Large terrace. nLe Stalle c3a2e282ace2809c On ground level. Sleeps 4/5, 2 double bedrooms (one with 4 poster bed). Kitchen dining living room. Bathroom with shower and tub. Patio with pergola. nLa Stanzina e2809c Situated on the ground floor. Sleeps 3 , 1 double bedroom and 1 small single bedroom, small living dining room with kitchenette. One bathroom with shower plus shower in double bedroom. Small patios. nLa Capanna - Located on the 1st floor. Sleeps 4, 2 double bedrooms, one with open fireplace. Kitchen dining living room. 2 bathrooms with shower. Large terrace. nWEDDINGS nThe Mill is perfect for weddings. It will be exclusively yours, with our in-house wedding planner, Valentina, of vb-events.it , at your disposal for advice, suggestions and managing the events of the occasion. nThe nearby Romanesque (8th-12th century) church of Gropina is a beautiful and romantic location for the religious ceremony. n n n... more info >>
Location:Italy
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:4
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Air Conditioning, BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, Central heating, Iron, Kitchenette, Patio, Refrigerator, Shower, Swimming Pool, TV & more amenities »
Description:Casa Staffa is a gracious cottage of 40 square meters (about 430 square feet) for four people, with garden and access to a pool of 7 X 14 meters (23 X 46 feet). n nIt is situated within a 13-hectare (32-acre) farming estate, with woods and lake, in which there live many animals, both domestic and wild. n nIt is 25 km (approximately 15 miles) from Siena and 80 km (50 miles) from Florence . In the vicinity, you will find famous Tuscan towns including San Gimignano, Monteriggioni , Castellina in Chianti and Volterra . n nIt has one bedroom with a double bed, a living room with a kitchenette and a bathroom with shower. The living room is equipped with a divan bed that can sleep two guests. n nThe house n nUpon your arrival, you will see a simple stone building. In front of the entrance you will find the garden and a large patio, with a flowerbed and an olive tree in the middle. n nYou will be in a panoramic position, with a nice view of the Chianti hills. n nFrom the patio you will be able to enter the lovely large living room, where there is a kitchenette and a dining table. The kitchenette is equipped with a four-burner cooker and a refrigerator. n nYou will find Casa Staffa a lovely place: it is furnished in a pleasant and accurate way, in the welcoming style of the Tuscan countryside. The floors are of terracotta tile, and the ceilings have exposed wooden beams. n nThe house is equipped with central heating, air conditioning, satellite television. A shared swimming pool as well as parking are available. n nThe garden n nIn the garden you will find a paved area, shaded by trees and equipped with a barbecue. n nIn the shade you will find a table with chairs. n nThis will be your favorite place to relax al fresco with a glass of wine, or maybe to enjoy long dinners, in front of a 180-degree view of the gentle Tuscan valleys and hills... n nThe swimming pool n nA gracious downhill pathway, marked by terracotta and stone steps and lined with flowering hedges, will lead you from the house to the pool, which is located in the center of a green lawn. n nAlso from the pool, you will see before your eyes a vast panorama of Val D 'Elsa and of the gentle hills of the Chianti Senese. n nThe pool is spacious, 7 X 14 meters (about 23 X 46 feet), and around it you will find umbrellas and sun-lounging chairs. It is open from June 1st to September 30th. n nThe pool is shared with the guests of two other small apartments. n nThe location n nAt Casa Staffa you will be within a farming estate of 13 hectares (about 32 acres), which produces Chianti wine. A large part of the terrain is covered with an oak forest. The grounds are completely fenced. n nYou can take walks along the small paths that lead through the woods, where you will often encounter domestic animals such as turkeys and geese, as well as wild animals such as deer, hares and rabbits. n nOn the farm, you can also see (behind fences) horses, goats and chickens. n nAn avenue of well-established cypress trees will lead you towards a small lake inhabited by waterfowl and by many goldfish. n nThis will be an exhilarating experience for your children! n nThe owners live on site. They will welcome you with enthusiasm, and will be available, yet completely discreet, to attend to your every need. n nNearby tourist attractions n nStaying at Casa Staffa you will find yourself in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, 5 km (about 3 miles) from Casole D 'Elsa , and 8 km (about 5 miles) from Colle Val D 'Elsa, a small city famous for producing crystal objects. n nThis land is filled with truly ancient history, as evident from the archeological discoveries in the area, which extend back to the Neolithic, Bronze and Iron ages, and to the Greek and Roman civilizations. n nColle Val D 'Elsa is the nearest place where you will find shops, restaurants, supermarkets, banks, tennis courts and golf courses, and bike rental facilities. n nYou will be within reach of the great art cities: Siena, Florence, Pisa , and nearby other famous tourist attractions such as San Gimignano , the city of 13 towers, Monteriggioni, the medieval town encircled by ancient walls, and Volterra, where you will find Etruscan tombs. n nDon 't miss the opportunity to travel the Via Chiantigiana, which is the wine road that cuts through the territory where Chianti wines are produced. n nAlong this road, you will see rows of grapevines to the right and left of you, and hills topped with castles and villages, the evidence of two millennia of history. n nYou can visit wineries, discover wonderful small restaurants, and above all experience the friendliness of the local residents, which is truly part of the fascination that Tuscany holds for the rest of the worlde280a6 n nIf you enjoy hiking, you can trek through the Senese hills, or part of the via Franchigena that crosses the Montagnola Senese, a protected hillside covered with chestnut trees, where nature is uncontaminated. n nThe distances of some of these tourist attractions are as follows: n nSan Gimignano (15 km/9.3 miles), Volterra (20 km/12.5 miles), Monteriggioni (20 km/12.5 miles), Castellina in Chianti (23 km/14 miles), Siena (25 km/15.5 miles), Florence (50 km/31 miles) and Pisa (70 km/43 miles). Likewise, it is easy to reach the sea and the Tyrrhenian coast, which is about 65 km (roughly 40 miles) away. n nThe closest airport is Florence. n nShow tourist attractions and points of interest for this holiday home. n nCasa Staffa is a cottage of 40 square meters (about 430 square feet) for four people, with garden and access to a pool of 7 X 14 meters (23 X 46 feet). It is situated within a 13-hectare (32-acre) farming estate, with woods and lake, in which there live many animals. n nThe house has living room with sofas and a glass door to enter the garden. In the living room there is a kitchenette and a divan bed for two people. There is also a bedroom with a double bed and a bathroom with shower. n nThe house has been built with care on sloping ground, and has a spacious private garden in front of it. n nIn this garden, there is a table with chairs and a barbecue. n nit is furnished in the pleasant and welcoming style that is typical to the Tuscan countryside. The floors are of terracotta tile, and the ceilings have exposed wooden beams. n nGuests have access to a shared swimming pool of 7 X 14 meters (23 X 46 feet), equipped with umbrellas and sun-lounging chairs. n nThe house is equipped with central heating, air conditioning, satellite television. A shared swimming pool as well as parking are available. n nOther properties nearby: Casa Polliana , Casa Porzia .... more info >>
Location:Laterina, Italy
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:5
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Cable/Satellite TV, Deck, Microwave, Oven, Patio, Refrigerator, Shower, Swimming Pool, TV & more amenities »
Activities:Restaurants, Shopping, Swimming
Description:Villa Cristiana B is a lovely apartment of 70 square meters (750 square feet) located in the countryside. It sleeps five people, and has a private patio, a swimming pool and a garden. The house is situated in Valdarno Superiore in an area which has been protected due to the beauty of the surrounding nature. It is only 18 km (11 miles) from Arezzo , 45 km (about 28 miles) from Siena , and 80 km (approximately 50 miles) from Florence . n nThere is one bedroom with a double bed and one single bed, a bathroom with shower, a kitchen, and a living room with a divan bed that sleeps two. n nThe location n nVilla Cristiana is a small group of vacation homes resulted from the renovation of a XVII-century farm stone house. Next to the villa, there is an enthralling and small countryside church dating back to the Medieval period. All around you is the green of the beautiful Tuscan hills. n nVilla Cristiana consists of the Villa Cristiana A cottage and four apartments inside a bigger building. All the buildings are surrounded by a shared fenced garden. The garden displays a beautiful 8 x 12 meter (26 x 39 feet) swimming pool with umbrellas and deck chairs around it. Kids can go swimming as well as there is a 3 x 3 meter (about 10 x 10 feet) area in the pool just at their disposal. The garden has tables and chairs for each apartment. Both the swimming pool and the garden are floodlit for night use. n nVilla Cristiana is nestled on a hillside that gently slopes down to the river Arno. The nearest town is 3 km (1.8 mile) away. n nThe house n nVilla Cristiana B is an apartment located in the main building, on the ground floor. It has its own independent entrance, next to a covered patio, furnished with table and chairs. From the patio you will have a view of the countryside and of a small medieval church. n nFrom the patio you will enter the kitchen and the living room. In the living room you will find a divan bed that sleeps two and a dining table. The kitchen is equipped with four-burner cooker, oven, microwave oven, refrigerator and small appliances. The bedroom is quite spacious and has a double bed and a single bed. The living room and the bedroom have glass doors to enter the garden. The bathroom has a shower. n nThe house is furnished in a simple and welcoming way in the Tuscan country style. The floor is in red terracotta and the ceiling supported by wood joists. n nAt Villa Cristiana B, you will have parking space, winter heating, satellite TV, and a local laundry room at your disposal. n nNearby tourist attractions n nOnce at Villa Cristiana, you will be in a convenient place to visit all the art cities of Tuscany . Arezzo is 18 km (11 miles) away, Siena is 45 km (about 28 miles) away, Florence is 80 km (approximately 50 miles) away, and Trasimeno lake and Cortona are 80 km (about 50 miles) away as well. The nearest railway station is in Montevarchi . n nVilla Cristiana is located in Valdarno Superiore, a territory rich in history which was the reason of ferocious battles between Arezzo and Florence in the Middle Ages. Only three km (1.8 mile) away is the medieval village called Laterina , which has preserved all the fascination of times long gone. The historical center of Laterina consists of a group of buildings in stone on the top of a hill and around an age-old castle and a small square. One side of the square seems like a terrace overlooking the valley below. Here you see only the inhabitants of the place and no crowds of tourists around. It is your chance to actually feel how the Tuscan people really live. You will find small and cozy shops where you can buy local products and also typical restaurants where you can taste both the Tuscan cuisine and hospitality. Larger shops and restaurants are found in nearby Montevarchi. n nYou will also be close to one of the most beautiful natural reserves in Tuscany, Oasi dell'Inferno and della Bandella, where you will be able to go trekking and birdwatching. n nIf you are into Italian fashion, you can go shopping and find articles at very reasonable prices in several outlet shops of famous leading designer brands such as Gucci and Prada. n nAnd if you are a wine enthusiast, take some time to enjoy 'Via Chiantigena', a road which crosses the area which produces the Chianti wine. You will be enchanted by villages, castles, and several cellars where you will be able to taste the wine produced in the place. Ancient villages and castles will look even more romantic while you hold a good glass of Chianti! n nShow tourist attractions and points of interest for this holiday home. n nOther properties nearby: Villa Cristiana A , Villa Cristiana C , Villa Cristiana E .... more info >>
Location:Italy
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:2
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Deck, Iron, Kitchenette, Laundry, Oven, Patio, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Shower, Stove & more amenities »
Description:Villa Silvestre D is a gracious 40-square-meter (about 430.5 square feet) cottage in stone with a patio, a private garden, a shared garden, and a view of a valley. It sleeps two people, and it has a parking space. n nThe cottage is a separate home which is part of a large countryside house located between Sorrento and Positano . You will be 7 km (about 4.3 miles) away from Sorrento and 10 km (about 6.2 miles) away from Positano. n nVilla Silvestre D consists of a single room furnished with a double bed, a dining area, a kitchenette, and a bathroom with shower. n nThe place n nThe villa is on the top of one of the steep hills by the sea which mold the wild and picturesque stretch of high coast which goes from Punta Campanella to Positano. You will be about 300 meters (about 984 feet) above sea level. n nThe villa and the private land surrounding it (5000 square meters or about 53,820 square feet) look out on the sun and the sea. n nVilla Silvestre is a large countryside house built with blocks of grey tuff. It is surrounded by the green of the olive groves, and it faces the vast blue of the sea. Red cranesbills and several succulent plants shine in the sun and dangle from several vases placed on the staircases, porticoes, and terraces. n nThe house is in the middle of a sloping terraced land where olive trees, grape vines, and fruit trees grow. You will reach the house by walking down a private road embellished by bushes of yellow cranesbills and roses. n nFrom every angle of the garden you will have a pleasant and wide view of the sea. n nVilla Silvestre is in fact in the middle of a large valley which gently leans facing towards the sea and which is covered in silvery crowns of olive trees and lush vegetation. Amidst the green you will notice the red roof tiles of farm houses and really small inhabited areas. The mild verdant slope is abruptly interrupted by the blue of the sea as the hill seems to plunge from high above into the waters down below, about one km (about 0.7 miles) away as if seen in a straight line from the villa. n nFrom the sea, this stretch of high coast looks impervious, wild and quite picturesque since it is adorned by the presence of two islets, Isca and Vetara. n nIn this small paradise, where the air and perfume of the sun-drenched countryside merge with the fresh and salt-scented air which emanates from the sea, you will find a mild and salubrious climate all year round. n nNext to the house, on a beautiful lawn shaded by cherry trees, you will have a ping-pong table and deck chairs to relax outdoors, available to you and all the guests of the villa. n nWhile playing or resting outdoors in the sun or in the shade, you will have an unlimited view of the sea and the Gulf of Salerno . n nAt Villa Silvestre you will also have a small and lush vegetable garden cultivated with love and care by the proprietors, a place where you can glean its seasonal vegetables. In summer you will find delicious tomatoes and scented basil! Owners of lands nearby also produce extra-virgin olive oil and wine. n nThe house has old origins, and in the middle of a large room on the ground floor you will be able to see, carefully preserved, an old oil mill for olives with grinding wheels of stone and also old objects of everyday countryside life. n nThe villa has been currently restored so as to hold three small vacation homes. A fourth home available for rental is actually a small cottage placed a bit away from the main house. n nThe owners live in the place, and they will be at your disposal with all their discretion whenever you need any kind of help or information. n n100 meters (about 328 feet) away from the villa is the nearest restaurant. n nThe nearest town with shops is Torca , reachable by car or on foot after taking a five-minute walk through a shortcut (400 meters or 1.300 feet). n nThe cottage and the garden n nVilla Silvestre D is a gracious cottage with stone walls surrounded by green just a few feet away from the main house. You reach it from the road after taking a stone stairway consisting of about 15 steps. n nIn front of the cottage you will have a garden which is about 50 square meters (about 538 square feet) large completely at your exclusive disposal. Ite28099s verdant and rich in flowers. The garden is fenced in and partially shaded by a large pergola of grapes and also other trees. Under the pergola you will have a table with benches to have meals outdoor. Near the house, in a sun-drenched area, you will have a angle furnished with deck chairs. n nThe interior of the cottage is furnished in a simple but pleasant way: you will have a nice double bed in wrought iron, a table with chairs, a kitchenette with a two-burner stove, a small fridge, and a small oven. The bathroom features a shower, and you will also have a washing machine inside. n nThe beaches n nOn the Coast of Sorrento and Amalfi , the beaches are small inlets surrounded by a high-cliff coast. 6 km (about 4 miles) away, if you descend towards the coastal side of the Gulf of Salerno, you will find the large beach of fine gravel of Marina del Cantone . You will find outdoor bars and restaurants and also means for practicing all sorts of water sports. n nBy descending towards the side of the Gulf of Naples , at about 8 km (about 5 miles) away, you will arrive at a picturesque beach set in the small bay of Marina della Lobra . Here you will also find beach establishments, outdoor bars, and restaurants by the sea. n nEasily reached are also the beaches of Positano and Sorrento. n nNearby tourist attractions n nBy staying at Villa Silvestre, you will be in a peaceful place, not tourist-crowded, and in a convenient position to visit both the Coast of Sorrento and the Coast of Amalfi. n nThe nearest town is the village of Torca, 400 meters (about 1.300 feet) away. 100 meters (about 330 feet) away, where you will find a restaurant. n nYou will be about 1,5 km (about 1 miles) away from the heart of Sante28099Agata Sui Due Golfi, a small village amidst the hills between the Gulf of Naples and the Gulf of Salerno. The village is famous as a vacation place rich in natural beauties, healthy air, good wine, and great food. n nSante28099Agata is renown in Italy for its great restaurants. n nIn Sante28099Agata Sui Due Golfi, you will find shops, bars, and restaurants. n nMassa Lubrense is 5 km (about 3 miles) away. n nYou will easily be able to experience the intense tourist life of the coast, with all its rendezvous, shopping streets, and restaurants. n nTrekking n nSante28099Agata Sui Due Golfi (and Torca) is heaven on earth for all trekking enthusiasts. On the stretch of coast right on the spot which separates the coast of Amalfi from the coast of Sorrento, there are trails of breathtaking beauty to be admired amidst the mountains and the sea. n nIn case you feel like giving trekking a try, you can join excursions and guided tours along many trails found in the area. The most famous trail of all, which unravels high above the coasts of Amalfi and Positano, is called e2809cSentiero degli Deie2809d ( Path of the Gods ) due to its extraordinary beauty. n nUnderwater sports n nIn Marina del Cantone, Sorrento, Positano, and other small towns of the Amalfi Coast, there are centers which organize guided tours to seabeds rich in grottoes and amazing vegetable and animal life along the coast. n nBus and ferries n nFrom the ports of Positano and Sorrento, daily and nightly ferries, hydrofoils, and mini-cruises leave to places along the coast, the islands of Capri and Ischia , Amalfi, Naples, and the Coast of Cilento . n nThe bus stop of the SITA buses which connect Torca to Positano and Sorrento is about 400 meters (about 490 feet) away. n nThe SITA bus service links all the towns along the coast and enables you to easily reach the archaeological sites of Pompeii , Herculaneum , Paestum , or the Reggia (Royal Palace) of Caserta . n nThe nearest airport is the one in Naples, about 60 km (about 37 miles) away. n nShow tourist attractions and points of interest for this holiday home. n nOther properties nearby: Villa Silvestre A , Villa Silvestre B , Villa Silvestre C .... more info >>
Location:Pozzo, Italy
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:4
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, Deck, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Freezer, Internet Access, Iron, Ironing Board, Kitchenette, Laundry, Oven, Patio, Playground, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Shower, Swimming Pool, TV, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Activities:Ping Pong, Swimming, Volleyball
Description:Villa Scannagallo B is an elegant apartment in the characteristic style of the Tuscan countryside. It sleeps four people. It is appoximately 40 square meters (430 square feet). It features a shared swimming pool, a shared terrace, a shared garden, winter heating and WI-FI Internet access. n nYou will be roughly 1 km (0.6 miles) from Pozzo della Chiana , where you will find a restaurant and a grocery store. You will find the stop for the local bus at 200 meters (660 feet). n nVilla Scannagallo B is located on the ground floor. You will reach it from the parking area along a walkway that cuts through a garden and has no stairway steps. n nYou will not need a car to stay at Villa Scannagallo B. If you do have one, you will be able to park it inside the entrance gate. n nVilla Scannagallo is an ancient villa in the Valdichiana valley of Tuscany , very near to the major cities of art. The villa is surrounded by a park of olive-trees in which there is the swimming pool. You will also find a volleyball field. n nThis country house is situated on a hill that is covered by olive-trees and it is right next to Marciano della Chiana , a town that thanks to its castle and tower dominates the valley. n nUntil few years ago the villa represented the heart of a wide farm, then, a recent and accurate restoration turned it into a comfortable holiday house, divided into six apartments. Villa Scannagallo is surrounded by a park where the many green wide spaces are furnished with garden pieces of furniture. The swimming pool of the park is among the flourishing foliage of the olive-trees and it is equipped with umbrellas and sun beds. The furniture of the apartments, which is comfortable, is high in quality and style. The apartments are all independent and the whole complex can accommodate a maximum of 24 guests. n nThe owners of the Villa Scannagallo recently decided to restore the villa and to give it new life by turning it into an ideal place where to spend your holidays. There you can live completely immersed in the green of Tuscany, far from stress and traffic in order to enjoy endless moments of authentic relax. n nMrs. Antonietta, the real soul of this restoration, will personally welcome you in her estate upon your arrival. Should you need information on what to visit, on cellars', visits, on spas, on walking tours, on how to go on an excursion by bicycle, or on any other sport, just ask the family and they will be glad to help you. n nThe swimming pool is 7 meters (23 feet) large by 14 meters (46 feet) long. The swimming pool area is equipped with sun umbrellas, deck chairs, sun loungers and an external shower. From the swimming pool you will enjoy a broad view of the surrounding countryside and of the olive grove. You will share the pool with the other guests staying at the complex. It is open from the beginning of May until the end of September. n nThe garden is partly shaded by trees. It is equipped with tables and chairs. In the garden you will find a children's playgrounds. Here you will be able to have fun with a ping pong table. Here you will also find a barbecue and a wood-fired pizza oven. From the garden you will enjoy a splendid view of the surrounding countryside. You will share the garden with the other guests staying at the complex. n nYou will be able to reach the laundry room from the main entrance hall. Here you will find a washing machine, an iron and an ironing board at your disposal. You will share the laundry with the other guests staying at the complex. n nThe living room is paved with terracotta tiles. The ceiling has characteristic exposed wood beams. The furnishings are cozy and comfortable. The furnishings include a divan that unfolds into a double bed. There is a fireplace made of bricks, that can be used to barbecue. In the living room you will also find a cooking area. The kitchenette is equipped with a four-burner gas cooker, an electric oven, a refrigerator with freezer, a dishwasher and an Italian-style coffee-maker. The dining table can accommodate four guests. In this room you will find a satellite television. From the living room you will be able to enter the patio through a French door. n nYou will be able to enter the bedroom from the corridor. It has a matrimonial bed (160 cm/62 inches, wider than a queen-size bed). The room has a window with a view of the countryside. n nThe bathroom is equipped with a washbasin, a toilet and a fully enclosed shower. You will be able to enter the bathroom from the corridor. n nShow tourist attractions and points of interest for this holiday home. n nOther properties nearby: Villa Scannagallo A , Villa Scannagallo C , Villa Scannagallo D , Villa Scannagallo E , Villa Scannagallo F .... more info >>
Location:Barga, Italy
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:2
Sleeps:6
Property Type:Vacation Home
Description:Il Trebbio - Tuscany Villa Rental n....Your Unforgettable Italian Holiday....... na strategic position to plan your daily trip to the most important tuscan cities. nClose to Lucca, the amazing Marbel caves of Michelangelo, just 50 minmutes from Pisa and the sea side (Viareggio, Forte dei Marmi...) One hr. And half from Florence and Chianti area. 2 hours from Cinque Terre. nResort Il Trebbio is located in the hamlet of Albian nestled on the top of a Tuscan hill dominating the Serchio valley and the medieval town of Barga, surrounded by olive orchards, oak trees and vineyards. The house has an amazing panorama and a precious silence. Old shaded mule tracks are connecting the ancient hamlets , offering a great occasion to take a walk starting from our front door.A small paradise is awaiting you! nThe panoramic garden is a prize for the eyes. The large bamboo covered patio with a characteristic stone made wood oven with a build in barbecue is the ideal place to lay down and read or to eat 'al fresco'. nIl Trebbio is a 17th century traditional Tuscan farm house villa and it has been completely renewed following the traditional Tuscan architecture style, and with the main criteria to celebrate its typical 'rural glory'. n nA perfect villa to rent for a wonderful Tuscan holiday, for a family reunion or for a large group of friends. Resort Il Trebbio thanks to the two completely independent villas (Il Trebbio and Il Trivium) can welcome up to 12 people nEverything combines to create a cosy atmosphere to make you feel completely at home. n nFor further information please visit our official web site nWWW.TUSCANYHEAVEN.COM... more info >>
Location:Gualdo Cattaneo, Italy
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:4
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, Dishes, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Freezer, Kitchenette, Patio, Playground, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Shower, Swimming Pool, TV, Toaster & more amenities »
Description:Villa Sonia E is a welcoming apartment located on a isolated position, on the slopes of a hill which is covered in olive groves. It sleeps four people. From Villa Sonia E you will enjoy an enchanting view of the garden and of the hills. Villa Sonia E is 60 square meters (645 square feet). It features a shared swimming pool, a shared garden, a reserved outdoor area and winter heating. n nYou will be roughly 8 km (5 miles) from Gualdo Cattaneo , where you will find the shops. You will find the closest restaurant at 100 meters (330 feet). n nVilla Sonia E is located on the ground floor of an ancient farmhouse. n nTo stay at Villa Sonia E you will need a car. You will be able to park it on the premises. Villa Sonia E is one of the holiday homes available in a small complex. Please find a general description of the complex below, and please scroll further down for a description of Villa Sonia E. The Sonia apartments are part of an over 200 hectare farming estate, situated on a hill about 450 meters above sea level. Almost the whole farm is covered in woods. About 30 hectares of the farming estate are cultivated with organically grown olive trees. The apartments are situated in two of the three farmhouses of the estate and they stand on the top of the hill, surrounded by a centuries-old olive grove and a cultivation of new olive trees. Eight apartments are located in the main farmhouse, the other two apartments are located in the other farmhouse. In the mansion house, where the landlords live, you will find a restaurant and some rooms. Once at the property, you will see some beautiful buildings made of yellowish marble stones, situated on a higher level and surrounded by a green lawn: from here, you will be able to enjoy the beauty of the uncontaminated countryside. Every angle of the garden enables you to have a 360-degree view of a boundless expanse of hills covered in green of woods or in silver of olive groves. A few reddish roofs and the bell-tower of a small village nearby can be spotted away when you are in the garden. The air is clear, colors are vivid and bright, and there is peace and tranquility. The smell of herbs and flowers fill the air... At roughly 200 meters, you will find the the mansion where the landlords live. Here is a small restaurant where you can taste the genuine family-dishes of Umbria . Goods produced in the farm are also for sale: extra-virgin olive oil, wine, grappa, pasta, and sauces with truffle. The landlords are very fond of their farm and will greet you in a warm and friendly way. They will help with anything you need making sure you have your privacy respected. You will find a beautiful swimming pool in the garden. Part of the garden is consecrated to children, being equipped with swings and slides. Also, a ping-pong table and mountain bikes are available for the guests of the apartments. If you are keen on hiking, you will be able to walk along paths traced into the woods of the farming estate. At roughly 5 km from the estate you will find riding stables, tennis courts and sport fishing areas. A laundry service is available at the property upon request, for extra cost. You can ask for this service to the property managers, once you are at the property. Swimming Pool The swimming pool is 7 meters (23 feet) large by 14 meters (46 feet) long. The swimming pool area is equipped with sun umbrellas, sun loungers and an external shower. From the swimming pool you will enjoy a spellbinding view of the Umbrian hills. You will share the pool with the other guests staying at the complex. It is open from the beginning of May until the end of September, from 9 am to 8 pm. Garden The garden is equipped with tables and chairs. In the garden you will find a children's playgrounds. Here you will also find a brickwork barbecue. From the garden you will enjoy a spellbinding view of the vegetation. You will share the garden with the other guests staying at the complex, and there will be an area reserved for your exclusive use. Patio n nThe Sonia apartments are part of an over 200 hectare farming estate, situated on a hill about 450 meters above sea level. Almost the whole farm is covered in woods. About 30 hectares of the farming estate are cultivated with organically grown olive trees. The apartments are situated in two of the three farmhouses of the estate and they stand on the top of the hill, surrounded by a centuries-old olive grove and a cultivation of new olive trees. Eight apartments are located in the main farmhouse, the other two apartments are located in the other farmhouse. In the mansion house, where the landlords live, you will find a restaurant and some rooms. n nOnce at the property, you will see some beautiful buildings made of yellowish marble stones, situated on a higher level and surrounded by a green lawn: from here, you will be able to enjoy the beauty of the uncontaminated countryside. Every angle of the garden enables you to have a 360-degree view of a boundless expanse of hills covered in green of woods or in silver of olive groves. A few reddish roofs and the bell-tower of a small village nearby can be spotted away when you are in the garden. The air is clear, colors are vivid and bright, and there is peace and tranquility. The smell of herbs and flowers fill the air... n nAt roughly 200 meters, you will find the the mansion where the landlords live. Here is a small restaurant where you can taste the genuine family-dishes of Umbria . Goods produced in the farm are also for sale: extra-virgin olive oil, wine, grappa, pasta, and sauces with truffle. The landlords are very fond of their farm and will greet you in a warm and friendly way. They will help with anything you need making sure you have your privacy respected. n nYou will find a beautiful swimming pool in the garden. Part of the garden is consecrated to children, being equipped with swings and slides. Also, a ping-pong table and mountain bikes are available for the guests of the apartments. n nIf you are keen on hiking, you will be able to walk along paths traced into the woods of the farming estate. n nAt roughly 5 km from the estate you will find riding stables, tennis courts and sport fishing areas. n nA laundry service is available at the property upon request, for extra cost. You can ask for this service to the property managers, once you are at the property. n nThe swimming pool is 7 meters (23 feet) large by 14 meters (46 feet) long. The swimming pool area is equipped with sun umbrellas, sun loungers and an external shower. From the swimming pool you will enjoy a spellbinding view of the Umbrian hills. You will share the pool with the other guests staying at the complex. It is open from the beginning of May until the end of September, from 9 am to 8 pm. n nThe garden is equipped with tables and chairs. In the garden you will find a children's playgrounds. Here you will also find a brickwork barbecue. From the garden you will enjoy a spellbinding view of the vegetation. You will share the garden with the other guests staying at the complex, and there will be an area reserved for your exclusive use. n nThe patio is 10 square meters (107 square feet) large. It is equipped with a table and chairs. From the patio you will enjoy a view of the Umbrian hills. n nThe living room is paved with Tuscan terracotta tiles. The ceiling has characteristic exposed wood beams and terraccotta tiles. The furnishings are comfortable. They include a divan that unfolds into a double bed. There is a fireplace made of bricks. In the living room you will also find a cooking area. The kitchenette can be closed in a cupboard and is equipped with a four-burner electric cooker, a small refrigerator with freezer, a dishwasher, an Italian-style coffee-maker and a toaster. The dining table can accommodate four guests. In this room you will find a small satellite television. n nYou will be able to enter the bedroom from the living room. The furnishings are warm and welcoming. The room has a matrimonial bed (160 cm/62 inches, wider than a queen-size bed). From the bedroom you will be able to enter the garden through a French door. n nThe bathroom is equipped with a washbasin, a toilet, a bathtub with fixed shower head and a hairdryer. You will be able to enter the bathroom from the living room. n nShow tourist attractions and points of interest for this holiday home. n nOther properties nearby: Villa Sonia A , Villa Sonia C , Villa Sonia D , Villa Sonia F , Villa Sonia G .... more info >>
Location:Barberino di Val d'Elsa, Italy
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:3
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Deck, Kitchenette, Oven, Patio, Refrigerator, Shower, Stove, Swimming Pool, TV & more amenities »
Description:Casa Vinca is part of a stone house and features an enthralling view of the surrounding hills. It is 50 square meters (about 538 square feet) large, and it sleeps three people. There is a private covered patio and a shared swimming-pool and garden. It is part of a small medieval hamlet consisting of houses in stone restored as vacation homes. It is 35 km (about 22 miles) away from Siena and 40 km (about 25 miles) away from Florence . n nCasa Vinca has a double bedroom, a spacious living-room with a mezzanine, a small kitchen, and a bathroom with shower. n nIt is equipped with heating and spacious parking space. n nThe place n nCasa Vinca is part of a medieval hamlet in stone situated amidst the green and lovely hills stretching between Florence and Siena, the hills where the famous Chianti wine is produced. n nPanorama n nAs soon as you arrive, you will be delighted by the view of the whole place. I was absolutely hypnotized by it! n nOn the top of a lovely prominent piece of land covered in thick green lawn, you will see a group of ancient houses in grey stone outlined against the blue of the sky. The sloping lawn is delimited by an unpaved path embellished by a double line of cypresses. n nThe embroidery-like pattern formed by the high and lean top of cypresses seem to separate the intense-green of the wood from the bright green of the sun-drenched lawn. n nAdding to the view, next to the house, are large vases where lemons are cultivated, vases filled with red cranesbills, perfumed bushes, and flower beds of roses. n nBeside the stone houses, in a secluded area, you will catch sight of the inviting blue of the beautiful swimming-pool, surrounded by a lawn and green umbrellas. n nThe air is clean, the peacefulness around is perfect, and everything is well cared for and well kept: you will feel as if inside a dream, the Tuscany you 've always dreamed of! n nHistory n nThe hamlet where you will spend your vacation has a fascinating history of over a thousand years. It was built around a small church which, in the Medieval Times, used to host pilgrims who would leave France to go to Rome by going along an ancient road called 'Via Franchigena ' on foot. n nIn the sixteenth century, the hamlet, along with the lands surrounding it, became property of a noble family from Florence. Later, in the eighteenth century, the hamlet was used as destination to hunting missions of the Grand Dukes of Tuscany and a place to eat well and have good wine. n nFarm n nNowadays, the hamlet where you will spend your vacation is part of a 20-hectare (about 0.5 acre) farm. n nPart of the land is covered by an area of wood of live oaks and oaks: you will be able to stroll around and even have picnics in the area. The part of the land nearest to the house is reserved to the breeding of horses. n nThe owners live in the main house of the hamlet. They will warmly greet you, and they will be available to help you in case you need with all their discretion. If you wish, they will help you organize cultural tours and choose the best wine cellars and farms to be visited in the area. n nSwimming pool n nAt Casa Vinca you have a shared 12 x 6 meter (39 x 20 feet) swimming-pool at your disposal. Next to the pool, you will find a sun-drenched area furnished with an umbrella and deck chairs to each apartment. Even from the swimming-pool you will be able to enjoy a relaxing view of the surrounding green hills. n nThe swimming-pool opens from the first of May to the end of October. n nHouse n nCasa Vinca is on the ground floor, and you can reach it straight from the garden. In front of the living-room, you will find a gracious covered patio enclosed by a large glass window. You will find a table with chairs, and you will be able to relax and have meals outdoor with a green lawn and an endless view of the hills and the woods before your eyes. n nThe living-room is furnished with a single divan bed, a table, chairs, and a TV. A staircase leads to the mezzanine, where there 's a single bed. In the living-room you will find the kitchenette, equipped with a four-burner stove, an oven, a fridge, and small appliances. At Casa Vinca you will have a shared laundry room available. n nFrom the living-room you can also enter the beautiful double bedroom and the bathroom with shower. The bedroom has a window overlooking the hills. n nCasa Vinca 's furnishings are complete and elegant. You will find an atmosphere which is cozy and typical of old country Tuscan houses: terracotta floor, ceiling with wooden joists and terracotta roof tiles, and beautiful family antique furniture restored with care and love. n nYou need a car during your stay at Casa Vinca. You will find a large parking space in the place. n nNearby tourist attractions n nCasa Vinca is 6 km (about 3.7 miles) away from Barberino Valle Di Elsa, where you will also find a railway station. At 2 km (about 1.2 mile) away, you will find a shopping mall with some food shops. n nYou will be in a convenient position to visit all the splendid cities of art of Tuscany on daily excursions, especially Florence which is 40 km (about 25 miles), Siena, 35 km (about 22 miles) away, Volterra , 30 km (about 19 miles) away, Monteriggioni , 24 km (about 15 miles), San Gimignano , only 14 km (about 9 miles). You can also easily go on daily excursions to Umbria and Rome. n nYou will be in the area where the Chianti wine is produced, and not only can you go on cultural visits to cities nearby, but also stop at the beautiful wine cellars of the region while going along the Strada del Vino (Road of the Wine). n nJust enjoy the delight which is traveling along such road and discovering hamlets and castles which embellish the top of every hill with their towers. You will find that countryside Tuscany where the pace of ancient way of living seems to have been miraculously conserved, that Tuscany which enthralls and infatuate artists and visitorse280a6 n nAnd in case you are fond of Italian fashion, don 't forget to plan a stop at the famous 'Valdichiana Outlet Village ', where you will find 90 shops which offer Italian high fashion for extremely reasonable prices! n nShow tourist attractions and points of interest for this holiday home. n nOther properties nearby: Casa Santippe , Casa Balsamina , Casa Giunco , Casa Linaria .... more info >>
Location:Barberino di Val d'Elsa, Italy
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:3
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Deck, Kitchenette, Oven, Patio, Refrigerator, Shower, Stove, Swimming Pool, TV & more amenities »
Description:Casa Linaria is part of a stone house and features an enthralling view of the surrounding hills. It is 50 square meters (about 538 square feet) large, and it sleeps two people. There is a private terrace and a shared swimming-pool and garden. It is part of a small medieval hamlet consisting of houses in stone restored as vacation homes. It is 35 km (about 22 miles) away from Siena and 40 km (about 25 miles) away from Florence . n nCasa Linaria has a double bedroom, a living-room with a small kitchen, and a bathroom with shower. n nIt is equipped with heating and spacious parking space. n nThe place n nCasa Linaria is part of a medieval hamlet in stone situated amidst the green and lovely hills stretching between Florence and Siena, the hills where the famous Chianti wine is produced. n nPanorama n nAs soon as you arrive, you will be delighted by the view of the whole place. I was absolutely hypnotized by it! n nOn the top of a lovely prominent piece of land covered in thick green lawn, you will see a group of ancient houses in grey stone outlined against the blue of the sky. The sloping lawn is delimited by an unpaved path embellished by a double line of cypresses. n nThe embroidery-like pattern formed by the high and lean top of cypresses seem to separate the intense-green of the wood from the bright green of the sun-drenched lawn. n nAdding to the view, next to the house, are large vases where lemons are cultivated, vases filled with red cranesbills, perfumed bushes, and flower beds of roses. n nBeside the stone houses, in a secluded area, you will catch sight of the inviting blue of the beautiful swimming-pool, surrounded by a lawn and green umbrellas. n nThe air is clean, the peacefulness around is perfect, and everything is well cared for and well kept: you will feel as if inside a dream, the Tuscany you 've always dreamed of! n nHistory n nThe hamlet where you will spend your vacation has a fascinating history of over a thousand years. It was built around a small church which, in the Medieval Times, used to host pilgrims who would leave France to go to Rome by going along an ancient road called 'Via Franchigena ' on foot. n nIn the sixteenth century, the hamlet, along with the lands surrounding it, became property of a noble family from Florence. Later, in the eighteenth century, the hamlet was used as destination to hunting missions of the Grand Dukes of Tuscany and a place to eat well and have good wine. n nFarm n nNowadays, the hamlet where you will spend your vacation is part of a 20-hectare (about 0.5 acre) farm. n nPart of the land is covered by an area of wood of live oaks and oaks: you will be able to stroll around and even have picnics in the area. The part of the land nearest to the house is reserved to the breeding of horses. n nThe owners live in the main house of the hamlet. They will warmly greet you, and they will be available to help you in case you need with all their discretion. If you wish, they will help you organize cultural tours and choose the best wine cellars and farms to be visited in the area. n nSwimming pool n nAt Casa Linaria you have a shared 12 x 6 meter (39 x 20 feet) swimming-pool at your disposal. Next to the pool, you will find a sun-drenched area furnished with an umbrella and deck chairs to each apartment. Even from the swimming-pool you will be able to enjoy a relaxing view of the surrounding green hills. n nThe swimming-pool opens from the first of May to the end of October. n nThe house n nYou can enter Casa Linaria straight from the garden. The entrance door is embellished by a large arch in stone which bears the year it was built, 1746. n nOn the ground floor you will find a small and gracious living-room furnished with a couch, a table, chairs, a TV, and a kitchenette. The kitchenette is equipped with a two-burner stove, a small oven, a fridge, and small appliances. n nFrom the living-room you can reach the double bedroom by climbing a flight of stairs. The bathroom is equipped with a shower. The bedroom has a has a patio door leading to the terrace overlooking the hills. On the terrace you will find a table and chairs. The terrace will be your favorite place to relax outdoors! n nAt Casa Linaria you will have a shared laundry room available. n nCasa Linaria 's furnishings are complete and elegant. You will find an atmosphere which is cozy and typical of old country Tuscan houses: terracotta floor, ceiling with wooden joists and terracotta roof tiles, and beautiful family antique furniture restored with care and love. n nYou need a car during your stay at Casa Linaria . You will find a large parking space in the place. n nNearby tourist attractions n nCasa Linaria is 6 km (about 3.7 miles) away from Barberino Valle Di Elsa, where you will also find a railway station. At 2 km (about 1.2 mile) away, you will find a shopping mall with some food shops. n nYou will be in a convenient position to visit all the splendid cities of art of Tuscany on daily excursions, especially Florence which is 40 km (about 25 miles), Siena, 35 km (about 22 miles) away, Volterra , 30 km (about 19 miles) away, Monteriggioni , 24 km (about 15 miles), San Gimignano , only 14 km (about 9 miles). You can also easily go on daily excursions to Umbria and Rome. n nYou will be in the area where the Chianti wine is produced, and not only can you go on cultural visits to cities nearby, but also stop at the beautiful wine cellars of the region while going along the Strada del Vino (Road of the Wine). n nJust enjoy the delight which is traveling along such road and discovering hamlets and castles which embellish the top of every hill with their towers. You will find that countryside Tuscany where the pace of ancient way of living seems to have been miraculously conserved, that Tuscany which enthralls and infatuate artists and visitors e280a6 n nAnd in case you are fond of Italian fashion, don 't forget to plan a stop at the famous 'Valdichiana Outlet Village ', where you will find 90 shops which offer Italian high fashion for extremely reasonable prices! n nShow tourist attractions and points of interest for this holiday home. n nOther properties nearby: Casa Santippe , Casa Balsamina , Casa Giunco , Casa Vinca .... more info >>
Location:San Gimignano, Italy
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:2
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:BBQ, Central heating, Laundry, Oven, Patio, Pets OK, Refrigerator, Shower, Swimming Pool, TV & more amenities »
Activities:Restaurants, Swimming
Description:One Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment San Gimignano r n r nAffresco is a cosy apartment on the wine producing estate of Le Vigne, the apartment opens onto the estate?s pretty stone courtyard where there is a patio area with table, chairs and gazebo. From the cypress lined drive, the first view of San Gimignano rises up on the horizon, and can be seen from almost every corner of the farm. A view particularly enjoyed from the estates perfectly located swimming pool. r n n nAffresco is situated on the ground floor of a converted farm building opposite the main farmhouse. Nicely furnished in keeping with Tuscan tradition, it has a country style kitchen with dining table and chairs, a double bedroom (where an extra single bed can be provided on request) and a shower room. Both the kitchen and bedroom have patio doors leading onto the central courtyard where the apartment has a patio area furnished with table, chairs and gazebo for dining al fresco. r nFrom the gardens of the estate there are spectacular views of the countryside spread before you like a patchwork quilt of vineyards, olive groves and sunflower fields with San Gimignano rising majestically on the skyline. A rose bordered pathway leads through the grounds to the lovely swimming pool (14m x 7m). Set in a beautiful position slightly above the house, the pool, furnished with sunloungers, sun umbrellas, is surrounded by grassy terraces, pretty flower beds, and olive groves and enjoys the same wonderful panorama as in the garden. r n r nThe estate of Le Vigne is composed of the main farmhouse and various detached buildings. In part of the house the owner resides, the rest forms four spacious apartments which are rented. The other detached buildings on the estate form Affresco, another apartment and house the winery. The owners in fact produce a variety of excellent wines as well as local olive oil, and guests will find that they are free to wander the grounds and experience firsthand the everyday life of a Tuscan wine producer. r n r nWith the sun setting behind San Gimignano, and the unique view, it?s tempting to dine alfresco in the garden with a good bottle of the estate?s famous wine, but when you can tear yourself away, you will find that there is an excellent selection of restaurants within easy driving distance. The estate also provides breakfast on request. r n r nThis blissful country retreat is perfectly located for touring the area, Colle di Val d?Elsa, famous for its medieval quarter and local crystal production is just 5km down the road whilst Poggibonsi with its road and rail links to Florence and Siena is only 9km away, making the rest of Tuscany and its many treasures easily accessible. r n r nDETAILS r nKitchen with cooker (4 gas rings electric oven), fridge, dining table and chairs > Double bedroom with television (Italian only) > Shower room with shower cubicle, basin, bidet and w.c. > An extra single bed will be provided on request > Use of washing machine > Central heating > Patio area > Barbecue > Swimming pool > Parking > 5km to the town of Colle di Val d'Elsa > 7km to the town of San Gimignano > Wine and olive oil available for tasting and purchase > Breakfast available on request (payable locally).... more info >>
Location:Gualdo Cattaneo, Italy
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:4
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, Dishes, Dishwasher, Freezer, Patio, Playground, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Shower, Swimming Pool, TV, Toaster & more amenities »
Description:Villa Sonia D is a characteristic apartment located on a isolated position, on the slopes of a hill which is covered in olive groves. It sleeps four people. From Villa Sonia D you will enjoy a pleasant view of the garden and of the hills. Villa Sonia D is 60 square meters (645 square feet). It features a shared swimming pool, a shared garden, a reserved outdoor area and winter heating. n nYou will be roughly 8 km (5 miles) from Gualdo Cattaneo , where you will find the shops. You will find the closest restaurant at 100 meters (330 feet). n nVilla Sonia D is located on the ground floor of an ancient farmhouse. n nTo stay at Villa Sonia D you will need a car. You will be able to park it on the premises. n nThe Sonia apartments are part of an over 200 hectare farming estate, situated on a hill about 450 meters above sea level. Almost the whole farm is covered in woods. About 30 hectares of the farming estate are cultivated with organically grown olive trees. The apartments are situated in two of the three farmhouses of the estate and they stand on the top of the hill, surrounded by a centuries-old olive grove and a cultivation of new olive trees. Eight apartments are located in the main farmhouse, the other two apartments are located in the other farmhouse. In the mansion house, where the landlords live, you will find a restaurant and some rooms. n nOnce at the property, you will see some beautiful buildings made of yellowish marble stones, situated on a higher level and surrounded by a green lawn: from here, you will be able to enjoy the beauty of the uncontaminated countryside. Every angle of the garden enables you to have a 360-degree view of a boundless expanse of hills covered in green of woods or in silver of olive groves. A few reddish roofs and the bell-tower of a small village nearby can be spotted away when you are in the garden. The air is clear, colors are vivid and bright, and there is peace and tranquility. The smell of herbs and flowers fill the air... n nAt roughly 200 meters, you will find the the mansion where the landlords live. Here is a small restaurant where you can taste the genuine family-dishes of Umbria . Goods produced in the farm are also for sale: extra-virgin olive oil, wine, grappa, pasta, and sauces with truffle. The landlords are very fond of their farm and will greet you in a warm and friendly way. They will help with anything you need making sure you have your privacy respected. n nYou will find a beautiful swimming pool in the garden. Part of the garden is consecrated to children, being equipped with swings and slides. Also, a ping-pong table and mountain bikes are available for the guests of the apartments. n nIf you are keen on hiking, you will be able to walk along paths traced into the woods of the farming estate. n nAt roughly 5 km from the estate you will find riding stables, tennis courts and sport fishing areas. n nA laundry service is available at the property upon request, for extra cost. You can ask for this service to the property managers, once you are at the property. n nThe swimming pool is 7 meters (23 feet) large by 14 meters (46 feet) long. The swimming pool area is equipped with sun umbrellas, sun loungers and an external shower. From the swimming pool you will enjoy a spellbinding view of the Umbrian hills. You will share the pool with the other guests staying at the complex. It is open from the beginning of May until the end of September, from 9 am to 8 pm. n nThe garden is equipped with tables and chairs. In the garden you will find a children's playgrounds. Here you will also find a brickwork barbecue. From the garden you will enjoy a spellbinding view of the vegetation. You will share the garden with the other guests staying at the complex, and there will be an area reserved for your exclusive use. n nThe patio is 10 square meters (107 square feet) large. It is equipped with a table, chairs and a sun umbrella. n nThe living room is paved with Tuscan terracotta tiles. The ceiling has characteristic exposed wood beams and terraccotta tiles. The furnishings are warm and welcoming. They include a divan that unfolds into a double bed and a desk. From the living room you will be able to enter the patio through a French door. The room has a window. n nThe ceiling of the kitchen has characteristic exposed wood beams and terraccotta tiles. It is equipped with a four-burner electric cooker, a small refrigerator with freezer, a dishwasher, an Italian-style coffee-maker and a toaster. There is a table to seat four guests. The kitchen has a window. n nYou will be able to enter the bedroom from the living room. The ceiling has characteristic exposed wood beams and terraccotta tiles. The furnishings are warm and welcoming. The room has a matrimonial bed (160 cm/62 inches, wider than a queen-size bed). In this room you will find a satellite television. From the bedroom you will be able to enter the garden through a French door. This bedroom has an en-suite bathroom, equipped with a washbasin, a toilet and a fully enclosed shower. n nShow tourist attractions and points of interest for this holiday home. n nOther properties nearby: Villa Sonia A , Villa Sonia C , Villa Sonia E , Villa Sonia F , Villa Sonia G .... more info >>
Location:Barberino di Val d'Elsa, Italy
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:3
Property Type:Vacation Home
Description:Casa Santippe is part of a stone house and features an enthralling view of the surrounding hills. It is 50 square meters (about 538 square feet) large, and it sleeps three people. There is a private covered patio and a shared swimming-pool and garden. It is part of a small medieval hamlet consisting of houses in stone restored as vacation homes. It is 35 km (about 22 miles) away from Siena and 40 km (about 25 miles) away from Florence . n nCasa Santippe has a double bedroom, a spacious living-room with a divan bed, a small kitchen, and a bathroom with shower. n nIt is equipped with heating and spacious parking space. n nThe place n nCasa Santippe is part of a medieval hamlet in stone situated amidst the green and lovely hills stretching between Florence and Siena, the hills where the famous Chianti wine is produced. n nPanorama n nAs soon as you arrive, you will be delighted by the view of the whole place. I was absolutely hypnotized by it! n nOn the top of a lovely prominent piece of land covered in thick green lawn, you will see a group of ancient houses in grey stone outlined against the blue of the sky. The sloping lawn is delimited by an unpaved path embellished by a double line of cypresses. n nThe embroidery-like pattern formed by the high and lean top of cypresses seem to separate the intense-green of the wood from the bright green of the sun-drenched lawn. n nAdding to the view, next to the house, are large vases where lemons are cultivated, vases filled with red cranesbills, perfumed bushes, and flower beds of roses. n nBeside the stone houses, in a secluded area, you will catch sight of the inviting blue of the beautiful swimming-pool, surrounded by a lawn and green umbrellas. n nThe air is clean, the peacefulness around is perfect, and everything is well cared for and well kept: you will feel as if inside a dream, the Tuscany you 've always dreamed of! n nHistory n nThe hamlet where you will spend your vacation has a fascinating history of over a thousand years. It was built around a small church which, in the Medieval Times, used to host pilgrims who would leave France to go to Rome by going along an ancient road called 'Via Franchigena ' on foot. n nIn the sixteenth century, the hamlet, along with the lands surrounding it, became property of a noble family from Florence. Later, in the eighteenth century, the hamlet was used as destination to hunting missions of the Grand Dukes of Tuscany and a place to eat well and have good wine. n nFarm n nNowadays, the hamlet where you will spend your vacation is part of a 20-hectare (about 0.5 acre) farm. n nPart of the land is covered by an area of wood of live oaks and oaks: you will be able to stroll around and even have picnics in the area. The part of the land nearest to the house is reserved to the breeding of horses. n nThe owners live in the main house of the hamlet. They will warmly greet you, and they will be available to help you in case you need with all their discretion. If you wish, they will help you organize cultural tours and choose the best wine cellars and farms to be visited in the area. n nSwimming pool n nAt Casa Santippe you have a shared 12 x 6 meter (39 x 20 feet) swimming-pool at your disposal. Next to the pool, you will find a sun-drenched area furnished with an umbrella and deck chairs to each apartment. Even from the swimming-pool you will be able to enjoy a relaxing view of the surrounding green hills. n nThe swimming-pool opens from the first of May to the end of October. n nHouse n nCasa Santippe is on the ground floor, and you can reach it straight from the garden. In front of the living-room, you will find a gracious covered patio enclosed by a large glass window. You will find a table with chairs, and you will be able to relax and have meals outdoor with a green lawn and an endless view of the hills and the woods before your eyes. n nThe living-room is furnished with a single divan bed, a table, chairs, and a TV. From the living-room you can enter the small kitchen, which is equipped with a four-burner stove, an oven, a fridge, and small appliances. You will also be able to use a shared laundry room. n nFrom the living-room you can also enter the beautiful double bedroom and the bathroom with shower. The bedroom has a window overlooking the hills. n nCasa Santippe 's furnishings are complete and elegant. You will find an atmosphere which is cozy and typical of old country Tuscan houses: terracotta floor, ceiling with wooden joists and terracotta roof tiles, and beautiful family antique furniture restored with care and love. n nYou need a car during your stay at Casa Santippe. You will find a large parking space in the place. n nNearby tourist attractions n nCasa Santippe is 6 km (about 3.7 miles) away from Barberino Valle Di Elsa, where you will also find a railway station. At 2 km (about 1.2 mile) away, you will find a shopping mall with some food shops. n nYou will be in a convenient position to visit all the splendid cities of art of Tuscany on daily excursions, especially Florence which is 40 km (about 25 miles), Siena, 35 km (about 22 miles) away, Volterra , 30 km (about 19 miles) away, Monteriggioni , 24 km (about 15 miles), San Gimignano , only 14 km (about 9 miles). You can also easily go on daily excursions to Umbria and Rome. n nYou will be in the area where the Chianti wine is produced, and not only can you go on cultural visits to cities nearby, but also stop at the beautiful wine cellars of the region while going along the Strada del Vino (Road of the Wine). n nJust enjoy the delight which is traveling along such road and discovering hamlets and castles which embellish the top of every hill with their towers. You will find that countryside Tuscany where the pace of ancient way of living seems to have been miraculously conserved, that Tuscany which enthrals and infatuate artists and visitors e280a6 n nAnd in case you are fond of Italian fashion, don 't forget to plan a stop at the famous 'Valdichiana Outlet Village ', where you will find 90 shops which offer Italian high fashion for extremely reasonable prices! n nShow tourist attractions and points of interest for this holiday home. n nOther properties nearby: Casa Balsamina , Casa Giunco , Casa Linaria , Casa Vinca .... more info >>
Location:Greve, Italy
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:3
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Cable/Satellite TV, Central heating, Deck, Fireplace, Kitchenette, Patio, Phone, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Shower, Swimming Pool, TV & more amenities »
Activities:Restaurants, Swimming
Description:Casa Santolina is an apartment of 55 square meters (about 590 square feet), for three people, which is part of an ancient farming estate, built in stone, and situated in the hills between Florence and Siena . You will have at your disposition a spacious swimming pool, shared with the guests of two other apartments. n nThere is one double-bedded room with a bathroom with shower, and a living room with fireplace, kitchenette, and one single divan bed. n nYou will be in the hills at an altitude of 500 meters (about 1640 feet),30 km (about 18 miles) from Florence and 50 km (about 31 miles) from Siena, in the heart of the region in which the world-famous Chianti Classico wines are produced. n nYou will be in the open countryside, and your neighbors will be wild boars and deer, but you will also be at the center of a region rich with history and art. You will have many ancient villages and castles to visit, and will be able to take your pick of numerous small trattorias where you can taste the marvelous cuisine of Tuscany , accompanied by the regione28099s excellent wines. n nYou will have at your disposition a lovely swimming pool of 5X10 meters (about 16X32 feet), surrounded by lawn and furnished with umbrellas and sun-lounging chairs. While relaxing around the pool, you may meet with the guests of the other two small apartments. n nAround your house, you will see gently-rolling hills, covered with grapevines and olive trees. n nHere, your children will be able to run around all day enjoying the nature that surrounds them, while you relax in a peaceful atmosphere, taking deep breaths of the clean, floral-perfumed air. n nCasa Santolina is part of an historic agricultural estate of about 20 hectares (about 49 acres), the principal product of which is extra-virgin olive oil. On the estate, you will be able to buy this oil, as well as wine and other agricultural products. n nYou will arrive at the farm, after you leave the paved roadway, by passing along an unpaved stretch of private road. n nThe e2809cCasa Santolinae2809d apartment is located near the central zone of the farm estate, on the ground level, with direct access to the garden. In front of the living room you will find a small patio furnished with table, chairs and deck-chairs, perfect for outdoor meals. n nNearby, you will also find a long terrace, paved with terracotta, furnished with table, chairs and umbrellas, and offering a view of the pool and of the hills. n nEntering into the house, you will discover the enchanting atmosphere of Tuscanye28099s historic country houses: the floors are tiled in terracotta, the ceilings are supported by wooden beams, the wooden furniture is built in a simple and graceful Tuscan style, and the kitchen is of stonework. Everything is well cared for and maintained. n nIn the living room you will find one single divan bed. You will also find the telephone and the satellite TV in that room. The kitchenette is equipped with a four-burner cooker and a refrigerator. n nNext to the living room, you will find a spacious bedroom with an antique double bed, and a bathroom with shower. The bedroom has a window with a beautiful view of the hills. n nCasa Santolina is equipped with central heating and it has a reserved parking space. The swimming pool is open from June 1st to September 30th. n nTo stay at Casa Santolina it is necessary to have a car. The closest supermarket is 8 km (about 5 miles) away, in Greve in Chianti . n n800 meters (about half a mile) away, you will find an excellent restaurant with open-air tables. n nAt Casa Santolina, you can enjoy the peace of the countryside and relax in the pool, you will also be in an ideal central position to visit all the main tourist sites of Tuscany, in particular Florence, Siena, San Gimignano and Volterra . n nThe closest town is Greve in Chianti, at 8 km (about 5 miles) away. Greve in Chianti is the medieval birthplace of Giovanni da Verrazzano, the Italian navigator who discovered the bay of New York in 1524, and to whom is dedicated the famous bridge that connects Staten Island with Brooklyn. n nAnother nearby medieval village is Strada in Chianti, at 10 km (slightly more than 6 miles) away. n nStaying at Casa Santolina, you must not miss the opportunity to travel the e2809cVia Chiantigiana,e2809d the e2809cwine roade2809d between Florence and Siena that passes through the fertile hills of the Chianti production zone. n nOn every hill you will see a tower or a castle, many of these stone sentinel points were constructed nearly a thousand years ago, when Florence and Siena battled for dominion over this richly-productive land. n nAmazingly, the Chianti zone actually contains 80 castles, each with its own unique story to tell. n nMany of these castles are open to visitors, and some have been transformed into agricultural and tourist estates. n nIn each village, you will find small family-owned restaurants in which you can eat truly wonderful food. n nThe closest airports are Florence and Pisa . n nShow tourist attractions and points of interest for this holiday home. n nCasa Santolina is an apartment for three people, of 55 square meters (about 590 square feet) with a patio and a view of the hills. It is part of a farming estate situated in the hills, at 500 meters (1640 feet) altitude. The farm is surrounded by olive trees and woods. To reach it, you will need a car, you will also need to drive along a stretch of unpaved road. n nThe guests of Casa Santolina have access to a swimming pool of 5X10 meters (about 16X32 feet), shared with the guests of the other two small apartments. n nThe pool is equipped with sun-lounging chairs, tables and umbrellas, and is open from June 1 to September 20. n nCasa Santolina has one double-bedded room with a bathroom with shower, and a living room with one single divan bed and a kitchenette. n nCasa Santolina has an entrance from the garden, by way of a glass door, in front of which there is a patio equipped with table, chairs and deck-chairs. n nThe house is restfully furnished in Tuscan style. The kitchenette is equipped with a four-burner cooker and a refrigerator. n nCasa Santolina is equipped with telephone, satellite TV, parking space and winter heating. You will need to have a car. n nOther properties nearby: Casa Sambuco .... more info >>
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