Belvedere Lucciana, Colle di Val d'Elsa - Siena and Chianti

This adorable stone cottage with views across nearby Casole d’Elsa and the Tuscan hills is quite the rural idyll. With an airy, open-plan living space, two furnished terraces and a good-sized pool, it is well-designed for a family of four or two couples holidaying together. Must-sees on the doorstep include the historic city of Siena and the medieval hill-top town of San Gimignano, while Chianti country to the east and the shores of the Med to the west offer tempting prospects for memorable day trips.

The villa has some lovely traditional touches, such as the herringbone-pattern terracotta-tiled floors. Its large living space is well-defined and comfortably furnished for relaxing, dining and cooking, and the two spacious bedrooms each have their own bathroom. But it is the villa’s grounds that are particularly appealing. The terraces are super for a sunny breakfast or quiet sundowner, and the pool and its pretty sundeck, paved with terracotta tiles, command spectacular views over olive groves and forests. Just beyond the pool is a gate to the surrounding woods, where you can stretch your legs on the shady paths.

Ground Floor

Lounge-Kitchen-Diner
Sofa, two armchairs, rocking chair, table and chairs, two cupboards, fully equipped kitchen, open fireplace, TV, Fridge with small freezer compartment, double doors to terrace.

Bedroom 1
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), wardrobe, chest of drawers, chair, doors to terrace.

Bedroom 2
Twin beds (can be converted to a double), wardrobe, chair.

Bathroom 1
Shower, sink, WC.

Bathroom 2
Shower, sink, WC.

Our Thoughts
This is a neat choice for a small family, but the two terraces and the fact that the bedrooms can both be converted to doubles also make it a good choice for two couples travelling together. The villa’s position a short drive to the fast road linking Cecina and Colle di Val D’Elsa also puts guests in reach of the shores of the Med. Although the owners live next door, they’re very respectful of our guests’ privacy.

Notes
The owners’ home is 20 metres from the property but the cottage is not overlooked. The gate to the woods is near the pool. The garden is completely enclosed by a fence. Although the cottage appears to be two-storey, all the rooms are on one level. The garden is 5,000 square metres and for the exclusive use of guests. There is a corner with a selection of childrens toys. A child’s bed is available on request.
Parking: secure onsite parking.
The villa is equipped with a fibre-optic internet connection.
Fire Place: open

Pool
The pool is in the garden with views across the countryside. It has a paved sundeck furnished with sun-loungers and parasols. The water is accessed via metal steps. There is a sensor alarm at the pool area which is activated by remote control. The remote is handed to guests at check in if required.
Pool size: 12x6ms, 1.2-1.8m deep. Open April to September (weather permitting)