Burano 4, Capalbio - Grosseto

Set close to the Mediterranean in the wild pastures of southern Tuscany, this creeper-clad villa set within mature trees and surrounded by open lawns is a romantic sight. Offering lots of space both indoors and out, with the extra benefit of a charming separate cottage (also cloaked in greenery), the villa also features the rare asset of a beach where you and yours can play in the Med all day. And when it’s finally time to retreat indoors, these lavish guests with both comfort and style.

Imagine gathering your party of 12 together for a memorable lunch or dinner around the large table on one of the main villa’s two terraces, beneath the pergola in the garden or in the palatial dining room with its huge arched glass doors. There is plenty of room to get together in the pretty pastel-coloured lounge, too, as well as quiet corners for curling up with a good book. There should be no arguments about the sleeping arrangements, with four sizeable doubles, complete with four-poster beds, and a twin, all with glorious views of the surrounding countryside. Meanwhile, the cottage offers a separate space for those seeking a touch more privacy.

Main Villa

Ground Floor

Lounge
Two sofas, two armchairs,  five coffee tables, sideboard, bookshelf, bench, stairs to first floor, fireplace, doors to garden, main entrance.

Dining Room
Table and chairs, two side tables, doors to garden.

Kitchen
Fully equipped, table with chairs, doors to garden.

Utility Room
Fully equipped

Bathroom 1
Shower, sink, WC.

Cloakroom
Sink, WC.

First Floor

Bedroom 1
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), wardrobe, doors to balcony.

Bedroom 2
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), table, walk-in wardrobe.

En-suite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Bedroom 3
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), storage shelves, desk with chair, walk-in wardrobe.

Bedroom 4
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), table, storage chest, fireplace, doors to terrace, doors to garden, wardrobe in hallway.

Bathroom 2
Bath with handheld shower, sink, WC.

Bathroom 3
Bath with handheld shower, sink, WC.

Bathroom 4
Bath with handheld shower, double sinks, WC.

Second Floor

Bedroom 6
Twin beds (cannot be converted to double), walk-in wardrobe in the hall, large floor cushion.

En-suite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Cottage

Bedroom
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), table, armchair, walk-in wardrobe in hall, doors to garden, main entrance.

En-suite Bathroom
Bath with handheld shower, sink, WC.

Our Thoughts
Villa Burano 4 looks like a picture postcard but its charms are by no means skin-deep. The tranquil gardens, the secluded beach, and the shady terrace provide places where you can truly switch off and let the Tuscan sun and fresh air do its work. Whether you are a foodie and love cooking or want to sample the fantastic restaurants in the local area, the choice is there, and the local vineyards will keep glasses flowing with first-rate wines.

Notes
Seven bedrooms. Seven bathrooms, two en-suite. The property is unfenced. There is a railway line near the property, with occasional noise from passing trains, though it is not a mainline service. The property is in a WWF protected area. In July and August, bookings are minimum two weeks. A small electric buggy for travelling to and front the beach at 650 m from the villa is available to hire for an extra charge. The beach hut has two sun loungers and a parasol. Beach towels are not provided. There is no kitchen in the cottage. The town of Capalbio Scalo is 5km away.

Pool
There is no pool, but there is direct access to a beach with private beach hut. There is a second beach nearby, La Dogana, which has child-friendly facilities and sunbeds and parasols to rent.