Boschi Salviati, Marciano della Chiana - Arezzo and Cortona

This handsome villa near the town of Monte San Savino has recently been renovated into a perfect rural hideaway for up to 12 guests. The number of double rooms means it’s particularly suited to a group of couples, who wish to enjoy the glorious Tuscan countryside and to explore the historic towns that are within easy reach. Arezzo and Cortona in particular should not be missed. A lovely, bright property, with French doors in every ground-floor room, Boschi Salviati retains features such as beamed ceilings, terracotta floors and an original oven and fireplace. Meanwhile the pretty, bright kitchen combines traditional and contemporary style.

Other modern flourishes which enhance the décor include murals in the bedrooms and bathrooms, some of which also feature zingy-coloured tiles. There’s lots of space to relax in too, with three lounges offering plenty of comfy seating, as well as a bar area on the first floor. The expansive, lawned gardens offer 360-degree views of the vines and the hills beyond. But where’s the best place to take these in? From the cool water of your large private pool, or an armchair under one of the two covered pergolas, perhaps from the shaded Jacuzzi, or a lounger by the poolside… You decide.

Ground Floor

Lounge 1
Three sofas, coffee table, fireplace, French doors to terrace.

Lounge 2
Sofa, sideboard, coffee table, French doors to terrace.

Dining room
Table and chairs, dresser, trunk, doors to terrace.

     Kitchen      
Fully equipped, fireplace, main entrance, doors to terrace.

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

En-suite bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Bedroom 2
Twin beds (can be converted into a double), wardrobe, French doors to garden.

En-suite bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

First Floor

Lounge 3
Sofa, corner bar and stools, side table, door to stairs to garden.

Bedroom 3
Four-poster double bed (cannot be converted into twins), antique sofa, armchair and dressing table, wardrobe, trunk, chair.

En-suite bathroom
Hydro-massage corner bath, hydro-massage shower with mood-lighting and music plus sauna facility, sink, WC.

    Bedroom 4    
Double bed (cannot be converted into twins), wardrobe, chair. 

En-suite bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Bedroom 5
Double bed (cannot be converted into twins), wardrobe with drawers.

En-suite bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Bedroom 6
Double bed (cannot be converted into twins), wardrobe, antique vanity basin, chair.

En-suite bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Our Thoughts
This is most definitely a grown-up bolthole, not least because there is little flexibility in the bed make-up, though there is one twin that can accommodate two children or single adults. We love the fact, too, that thought has been paid to making a room suitable for people with limited mobility. And the outdoor space is just lovely, with so many areas to relax before jumping into that inviting pool.

Notes
The double bedroom on the ground floor has an en-suite that is suitable for people with limited mobility. There is an open-tread staircase from the dining room to the first floor.  Complimentary wine tasting and a visit to the owner's winery are included in the weekly price.

Pool
Just a few metres from the villa, set in the well-maintained garden, is the large kidney-shaped swimming pool with Roman steps. The surrounding terrace is furnished with sun-loungers and parasols, and there is a shower. The pool is chlorine cleansed measuring 6x13 metres with a depth of 1.00 – 1.40 metres. Open from May to September, weather permitting. The pool is equipped with a safety alarm.