Annamaria 8, Lecchi in Chianti - Gaiole in Chianti - Siena

Surrounded by olive groves and vineyards as far as the eye can see, Annamaria 8 is an ideal rural retreat for a large family or group of friends. This villa is split into two interconnected apartments, part of an old stone borgo, so it offers a lot of space and a degree of privacy, too – a good choice for a multi-generational get-together. Wine aficionados will love the fact that the villa is on the estate of Casanuova di Ama, a family run farm that produces its own wine and olive oil (look out for the 14th-century chapel that marks its entrance). Try both for yourself at one of the tasting sessions held here.

The nearby villages and towns of Lecchi, Gaiole and Radda and historic cities of Florence and Siena are interesting places to visit. But if you don’t want to venture out, this villa is a very relaxing place to while away the time – especially the chic private pool and terrace, with its unspoiled views of the lush countryside. And in the evening, cook up a treat in one of the two spacious kitchens, then settle back on the big sofas for a chat over a glass of local wine.

Apartment 1

Ground Floor

Lounge
Main entrance, sofa, two armchairs.

Kitchen-Diner
Fully equipped, table and chairs, fireplace.

First Floor

Bedroom 1
Iron-framed double bed (cannot be converted into twins), wardrobe, bench.

En-suite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Bedroom 2
Iron-framed twin beds (can be converted into a double), wardrobe.

En-suite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Bedroom 3
Iron-framed double bed (cannot be converted into a twin), wardrobe.

Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Apartment 2

Kitchen-Diner
Main entrance, Fully equipped kitchen, table and chairs, fireplace.

Lounge
Sofa, two armchairs, fireplace.

Bedroom 1
Iron-framed double bed (cannot be converted into twins), wardrobe.

En-suite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Our Thoughts
We love the privacy that Annamaria 8 offers its guests. Divided into two separate buildings, each with its own main entrance but with an interconnecting door on the ground floor, the villa is great for a group of friends who want to have separate living quarters, or families who want to bring the grandparents along but give them their own space. The large communal areas in both buildings (and also on the terrace) mean that everyone can get together for meals, or just to hang out – plus the private pool looking out onto the olive groves gives a real sense of exclusivity.

Notes
Four bedrooms, four bathrooms, three en-suite. Annamaria 8 is the only villa in the hamlet with access to the pool. The interconnecting door between the apartments is on the ground floor.

Pool
The paved terrace and private pool at the back of the property is reached via a door leading from the kitchen in Apartment 1 and come furnished with plenty of sunloungers, a table and chairs – and great views of the surrounding landscape.