Oliveta
Location address: Località Rietine - Gaiole in Chianti

2012 Prices
from 637 to 1183 GBP
6 to 7 people
3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
Private Pool

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Set in a wonderful location nestling in the Tuscan hillside, surrounded by olive groves and wonderful views. Villa Oliveta is only 4km from Gaiole in Chianti and ideally situated for day trips to Florence, Pisa, Bologna and Rome. Oliveta is attached to a neighbouring property and part of a traditional Italian cluster of dwellings, however the pool and gardens are private to you.




The pool is situated at the rear of the property surrounded by olive trees, Mediterranean shrubs and hedging. The pool has a paved surround where there are plenty of tables, umbrellas and sun loungers to relax in. From poolside you have a fantastic view of the rolling wooded hillsides all around.





At the front of the house there is a small private garden with a wide footpath leading to a small flight of stone steps up to the front door.



The front door opens into a large hallway from which all the ground floor rooms lead off. Immediately on the left is the ground floor bedroom which has a double bed, wardrobe and chest of drawers and views over the front garden. The ensuite bathroom with shower is in the far right hand corner.



Directly ahead as you enter the house is the lounge/kitchen/diner which has an open fireplace, comfortable sofa and a wooden dining table with six chairs. Along one wall are fitted units with a built in oven with gas hobs, fridge, washing machine, microwave oven and a TV with some satellite channels.





A set of double doors open onto the rear garden area.  In the far left hand corner of the kitchen a flight of stairs take you up to the first floor.



The first floor landing area has doors to both the remaining two bedrooms, and a bathroom with shower, basin and WC. The first bedroom has two large windows which allow light to flood the room. This room has matching twin beds which can be pushed together to make a double bed if required. There is also a day bed which can be used as an extra bed or a sofa, as needed and a large wooden wardrobe and chest of drawers.



The second bedroom is the master bedroom which has the traditional Tuscan terracotta tiled floor with tiled and beamed ceiling. There is a wooden double bed with matching wardrobe and chest of drawers. There is also a writing desk and chair as well as an armchair. The ensuite bathroom has a shower, basin and WC.



Outside, split level stairs from the kitchen area take you down into the garden. The garden areas are mainly laid to lawn with mature trees and shrubs, with large brightly planted terracotta pots dotted throughout. There is also a barbeque and a covered gazebo with dining table and chairs, which is ideal for dining ‘al fresco’ or sitting with a glass of wine watching the stars.





Set in an ideal location for visiting the sights of Tuscany such as Florence and Siena as well as discovering its smaller towns and villages.






There is also a barbeque and a covered gazebo with dining table and chairs.





Traveller reviews for
Oliveta


Quels ont été les point forts de vos vacances? soleil au rendez-vous, situation et vue imprenable, proche des principales villes
Quelle est votre impression générale concernant l'hébergement? hébergement impeccable, tenue irréprochable de la piscine, propriétaire accueillant
Avez vous eu de mauvaises surprises? piqûre d'insecte sur tout le corps de tous les personnes. ...




Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Ruhe!!
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Gut. Austattung Küche/Geschirr: Bis auf die fehlende Kaffeemaschine war alles - wenn auch begrenzt und teilweise zusammengewürfelt - vorhanden. Da wir eh keine Filterkaffeemaschinen-Freunde sind, half die vorhandenen "Bialetti" weiter.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Bis auf ein plötzlich aufziehendes ...





Pool Info




The attractive pool is rectangular in shape with a paved surround leading to lawn.  The pool measures 10 metres by 4 metres with access provided by a ladder at one end.  There is plenty of pool furniture arranged around the paved area and garden.





The pool has a maximum depth of 1.40m with a shower located at one end.  Sitting poolside there are wonderful views of the rolling Tuscan hillside. The pool is open from mid May to October.



Nearest town

The thriving town of Gaiole in Chianti is only 4kms away from Oliveta, where there is a selection of shops, also a supermarket, pharmacy, bank a church and a choice of bars and restaurants.




Traveller reviews for
Oliveta


Quels ont été les point forts de vos vacances? soleil au rendez-vous, situation et vue imprenable, proche des principales villes
Quelle est votre impression générale concernant l'hébergement? hébergement impeccable, tenue irréprochable de la piscine, propriétaire accueillant
Avez vous eu de mauvaises surprises? piqûre d'insecte sur tout le corps de tous les personnes. ...




Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Ruhe!!
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Gut. Austattung Küche/Geschirr: Bis auf die fehlende Kaffeemaschine war alles - wenn auch begrenzt und teilweise zusammengewürfelt - vorhanden. Da wir eh keine Filterkaffeemaschinen-Freunde sind, half die vorhandenen "Bialetti" weiter.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Bis auf ein plötzlich aufziehendes ...




7 Night Villa Price for - in GBP 7 people - NOT per head
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2012 availability
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637 GBP
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755 GBP
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992 GBP
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755 GBP
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755 GBP
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755 GBP
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755 GBP
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755 GBP
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637 GBP
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637 GBP
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637 GBP
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637 GBP
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755 GBP
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755 GBP
 
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Important booking info
  • Price: per accommodation per week
  • Arrival/Departure day: Saturday
  • Terms and conditions: please read the booking contract
  • Weekly linen and bathroom towels: included
  • Central heating: by consumption
  • Mandatory final clean: included
  • Baby cot: 1 available on request, no extra cost
  • High chair: 1 available on request, no extra cost

Client comments

Quels ont été les point forts de vos vacances? soleil au rendez-vous, situation et vue imprenable, proche des principales villes
Quelle est votre impression générale concernant l'hébergement? hébergement impeccable, tenue irréprochable de la piscine, propriétaire accueillant
Avez vous eu de mauvaises surprises? piqûre d'insecte sur tout le corps de tous les personnes.
Avez vous d'autres commentaires? je relouerai problablement la prochaine fois deux semaines au lieu d'une et au même endroit
Nathalie Bastin
Belgium
Août 2010


Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Ruhe!!
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Gut. Austattung Küche/Geschirr: Bis auf die fehlende Kaffeemaschine war alles - wenn auch begrenzt und teilweise zusammengewürfelt - vorhanden. Da wir eh keine Filterkaffeemaschinen-Freunde sind, half die vorhandenen "Bialetti" weiter.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Bis auf ein plötzlich aufziehendes Gewitter zum Glück keine bösen Überraschungen.
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Die Küchenausstattung bedarf einer kompletten Überarbeitung.
Andreas Muehlenschmidt
Germany
Juli 2010


What were the highlights of your holiday? as we have visited the region many times,there would be a few,however being able to relax beside your own pool at any one time,and just relax was high on our list.
What was your overall impression of the accommodation?    to say it was just home from home would be just right.( really really good.)
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? none at all
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? n/a
Cathy Robinson
United Kingdom
June 2010


What were the highlights of your holiday? going into the little towns, seeing the markets, the view from our lawn and pool was astounding,
What was your overall impression of the accommodation?    It was pretty accurate with the description and pictures on the website, very thoughtful and kind owners. washing supplies etc... were left for us. We were in the heart of wine country, and they gave us a complimentary bottle as well.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? It was cool and rainy the first few days (even in June!), the blankets on the beds were dismal, thin sheets and we were cold. We did ask for wood and made many fires in the kitchen in the evenings which warmed the place.
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? .
Lorraine Rempel
Canada
June 2010


What were the highlights of your holiday? Taking trips to Gaiole for pizza, going to Montevarchi for shopping and catching the train to Florence.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation?    The villa was gorgeous and the owners were lovely. The villa had a lovely feel to it. It was perfectly clean and all of the fixtures and fitting were high quality (I couldn't believe the wine glasses were even so beautiful). The scenery around the villa was picture perfect. The owners gave us wonderful recommendations on everything from restaurants to catching the train to florence.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? The weather was colder than expected in Tuscany (APRIL 2010), and the villas heating really didn't keep us warm. The idea of having to watch the heating bill everyday as gas is extremely expensive was painful....we rationed the heater and ended freezing in the villa. We didn't get to use the wood fire...maybe an electrical heater would be more economical (even if was a fixed priced for the extra electricity). I believe every villa works on the meter for heating, so it's not just this one. I think we'll make sure we come in warmer weather next time as we were eating breakfast with beanies and scarves on.
Do you have any other comments? We loved our time in Tuscany and the villa and it's grounds were beautiful (just a bit cold).
Jodie Obst
Australia
April 2010


What were the highlights of your holiday? Sunshine, pool, scenery
what was your overall impression of the accommodation?    Excellent but not very disabled friendly.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Not surprisingly but mosquitos were annoying
Do you have any other comments? A very enjoyable experience and highly recommrndable
Maura McGaughey
United Kingdom
August 2009


What were the highlights of your holiday? location,pool,weather. Friendly owner
what was your overall impression of the accommodation?    lovely house,well epuipted and clean
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? no
Do you have any other comments? it was not clear that the pool was not actually directly in the garden of the property and although this did not affect us I think the description should point this out.
Sara Trowell
United Kingdom
August 2009
The description has been altered to describe the location of the swimming pool more effectively.


What were the highlights of your holiday? The total experience of the area, scenery, people, weather etc
what was your overall impression of the accommodation?    Great
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? No
Do you have any other comments? You should be congratulated that your website truly sets expectations of the holiday, no surprises, no shocks, we got everything and more than we expected.
Paul Johns
Australia
June 2009



FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

At what time should we arrive and depart?

Arrival time 16.00 if you arrive after 19.00 please telephone
Departure time 10.00 am
Can you help with travel arrangements?
For help on travel arrangements by car, by plane or by train select Reach Tuscany from the home page.
Are the prices per person or per villa?
The prices displayed are per villa.
Are linen and towels provided or do I need to bring my own?
Yes linen and towels are provided and included in the price displayed, pool towels are not provided.
Is the central heating included in the price?
No, the central heating is charged on consumption when required.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes there is a pool. The pool is 4x10mtr, The depth is 1.4 metres, open from mid May to mid October.
Is there a telephone, fax, email connection available?
There is no phone, we recommend you hire a mobile phone with your car, many car hire companies now offer this service. There is no internet connection available in the villa. Internet point in nearby Radda at Bar Sandy.
Is there a balcony or terrace belonging to the villa?
Yes, there is a covered furnished pergola near the pool.
Are there local grocery stores?
Yes in Gaiole in Chianti, 4 Kms away.
How far are the airports?
Florence 1 hour and 20 minutes, Pisa 2 hours and 15minutes, Bologna 2 hours and 20minutes, Rome 2 ½ hours
When do I get road directions?
Directions are provided with your final confirmation, after full payment is received.
Where do I find the directions?
The directions can be found as a link on your final confirmation email. They can also be accessed by logging into your booking details using your user email and password.
If necessary, how do we contact To Tuscany once in Italy?
As all the villas are privately owned and managed we have no on-site representative however we can be contacted at any time during your stay in Italy. You can call +39 339 5351017 (English speaker), +39 334 3981530 (English speaker) or +49 (0) 898545521 and 0049 (0)178 854552 (German speaker).


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In House Details
  • The size of the villa is 90 sqm
  • bedrooms 3
  • bathrooms 3
In House: Facilities
  • TV Sat
  • Barbecue
  • Fire place (open)
  • Furnished garden
  • Furnished pergola
  • Pets welcome
  • Washing Machine Inhouse
  • Microwave oven
  • Oven
  • American coffee machine
  • Stove top expresso machine
  • 1 baby cot
  • Hairdryer
  • Iron
  • Ironing board
  • DVD player (Euro)
  • Dishwasher
Onsite: Facilities and Local Services
  • Swimming pool - The private pool is 10x4mtr, The depth is 1.4 metres, open from mid May until mid October. - The private pool is 10x4mtr, The depth is 1.4 metres, open from mid May until mid October.
  • Tennis - Tennis courts in Radda in Chianti 12km away
  • Local Leisure - walking, biking, hot air ballooning, wine tasting
  • Distances - Radda in Chianti 12Km, Gaiole in Chianti 4Km, Siena 30km, San Gimignano 70km, Florence 70km, Pisa 150km, Rome 271km
  • Approach road - all tar
read what clients and the press say about us
client comment
Joelle
(UK)
I went on holiday with my family and we range from 60 years to 2 years so finding a villa to suit all our needs was proving to be quite tricky. When I found your website I just felt a sense of relief

client comment
Suzette Pennington
(US)
I can't be more pleased with the service To-Tuscany provided. Dick Calabro was especially helpful answering all of my pre-trip questions in a most helpful and timely fashion.

press comment
Tim Jepson
Daily Telegraph
I like To Tuscany, partly because it has a tremendous range of villas, and partly because (unlike many companies) it has an excellent website that provides what you really want when choosing a villa.

press comment
Frannk Gardner
BBC - Security Correspondent
Our accommodation, which cost less than £800 for the week, is in a converted stone farmhouse next to a 12th Century Franciscan chapel. There is a pergola shaded by vines round the back here we quickly settle into a rhythm of eating long pasta suppers while the shadows lengthen.


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