At this luxurious villa in the Chianti hills, you can immerse yourself in a landscape of vines laden with luscious sangiovese grapes from which the locals make some of the world’s best wines. Here, you’ll find yourself on the doorstep of vineyards such as award-winning Tenuta San Vincenti, which offer fascinating guided tours and tempting tastings. Foray a little further to discover the historic towns of Gaiole and Radda, while Florence, Arezzo and Siena provide the possibility of memorable day trips.
The house is part of the La Canonica di San Vincenti wine property, which includes of course the vineyard, the olive groves, the wine-making cantina, as well as the village church, all open for you to visit. Tasting of the La Canonica wines, olive oil, and Grappa can be done.
This sunny yellow villa is set in an old stone hamlet. It’s a lovely house, which has been transformed into a wonderful place to stay by the owner, who is also responsible for the exquisite restoration of the neighbouring medieval church. Guests can have access to the church and even book it for weddings.
Whether or not you’re tying the knot, this villa will wow family and friends with its sumptuous interiors and beautiful garden with a large private pool. Spread across a main villa and a converted one-bedroom barn, these living quarters are a clever choice for a group with a couple who would appreciate a little more privacy.
The big, open, happy house has a sequence of generously sized rooms on the ground floor – kitchen, lounge and dining room – while the five bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, are laid out on the two upper storeys. In fact, the top floor is more like a suite, with its own living room. No one need lift a finger here – daily maid service can be arranged by the owner.
The décor is straight out of a glossy magazine. Cool white and cream walls and ceilings are offset by elegant minimal styling, dark tile and marbled floors, and judicious splashes of pastels and jewel-like colours in statement furniture, cushions and throws. It's a radical contemporary take yet never compromises the beauty of the original features.
The luxurious touches continue outside, with private terraces off some of the bedrooms and a shaded patio set with a large table, where everyone can come together. But it’s the south-facing garden that will capture your attention, looking down the Chianti valley to the Val D’Orcia. Pour a glass of wine picked up on your local travels, sit back, and enjoy the view.
Ground Floor
Lounge
Smart TV, large TV cabinet, extra-large U-shaped sofa, 5 soft chairs, 2 circular soft stools, 2 coffee tables, large fireplace, side table, steps to the dining room (no railing careful with small children), French doors to terrace, terrace with large table, and 10 chairs.
Dining Room
Table with 14 chairs, glass cabinet.
Kitchen
Fully equipped professional kitchen, large fridge/freezer, induction hob, glass cabinet.
Utility Room
Sink, washing machine and dryer.
Bathroom
Sink, WC
First Floor (access via lift and stairs)
Bedroom 1
Double bed (can be converted into twin beds), two bedside tables, and two wardrobes.
En-suite Bathroom
Large shower, sink, WC.
Bedroom 2
Double bed (can be converted into twin beds), two bedside tables, wardrobe.
En-suite Bathroom
Shower, double sink, WC.
Bedroom 3
Double bed (cannot be converted into twin beds), two bedside tables, wardrobe, soft chair, circular soft stool.
En-suite Bathroom
Shower, double sink, WC.
Bedroom 4
Double bed (cannot be converted into twin beds), two bedside tables, bench, round table, large wardrobe, door to balcony with table and 2 chairs.
En-suite Bathroom
Shower, bathtub, double sink, WC.
Second Floor (low ceilings)
Corridor
Large wardrobe
Bedroom 5
Double bed (cannot be converted into twin beds), two bedside tables, bench, sofa, French door to balcony with table and two chairs.
En-suite Bathroom
Shower, double sink, WC.
Cottage
Ground Floor
Suite
Kitchenette
Small electric hob, fridge, table & 2 chairs.
Bedroom 6
Double bed (can be converted into twin beds), two bedside tables, wardrobe, soft chair, bench.
En-suite Bathroom
Shower, double sink, WC.
Pool:
Length: 14 metres
Width: 7 metres
Depth: 1.2 - 2.5 metres
Entrance: Roman steps
Opening times: May to September
Fenced: Yes
Furnished: Sunloungers, parasols & diving board
Cleansed: Chlorine
Distance from villa: 25 metres
Sandnes, Norway
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