Casolare di Rietine, Rietine - Gaiole in Chianti - Siena and Chianti

If you’re the kind of person who likes to holiday in surroundings so stylish they will inspire ideas for your own home, this is the villa for you. Casolare di Rietine has benefited from a major makeover and a luxurious contemporary finish now enhances the historic charm of this traditional Tuscan property. Its location is picture-perfect; built into a hillside and surrounded by olive groves, vineyards and an oak forest, it also puts you on the doorstep of the Chianti market towns of Radda and Gaiole and within easy reach of Siena.

A tasteful eye has been cast over this supremely comfortable villa. Beamed ceilings, tiled floors, large windows and glass doors provide a beautiful frame for a contemporary interpretation of the space, which is decorated in pastels with colourful accents, and set with plush furnishings and indulgent touches such as the roll-top bath in one of the en-suites. It’s spacious and well-designed, too; there’s plenty of room for a group of up to eight and the addition of an annexe for two of your party offers a little extra privacy. Outside, the large private pool is bound to be a regular haunt, as are the furnished terraces, including the gorgeous main veranda sewn with a canopy of hibiscus, and a second raised spot for dreamy views of the hilltop village of Lecchi.

Ground Floor

Lounge
Corner sofa, two armchairs, two footstools, fireplace, doors to terrace.
Two sofas, coffee table, sideboard, side table, door to terrace, terrace with table and six chairs.

Small Sitting Room
Sofa, armchair, two footstools, chest of drawers and side table.

First Floor

Bedroom 2
Double four-poster bed (cannot be converted into twin beds), wardrobe, armchair, chest of drawers, door to terrace.

Drawing room
Sofa, sideboard, side tables, pouffe.

Dining Room
Table and chairs, sideboard, dresser, fireplace.

Kitchen
Fully equipped, table and chairs, main entrance.

Utility Room
Fully equipped.

Guest Toilet
Sink, WC.

First Floor

Bedroom 1
Four-poster double bed (cannot be converted to twins), two armchairs.

En-suite Bathroom
Shower, double sinks, WC.

Bedroom 2
Double four-poster bed (cannot be converted into twin beds), wardrobe, armchair, door to terrace.

En-suite Bathroom
Roll-top bath, shower, double sinks, WC.

Bedroom 3
Double four-poster bed (cannot be converted into twin beds), two wardrobes, armchair, door to terrace.

En-suite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Ground Floor Annexe

Bedroom 4
Pair of twin beds (can be converted into a double bed if requested when booking), wardrobe, chair, doors to terrace.

En-suite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Our Thoughts
What a looker. You’ll feel like you’ve stepped into the pages of a glossy interiors magazine when you enter this beautiful villa. But that doesn’t mean it’s some sort of show home – this place has been created for comfort. Snuggle up on a sofa in the lounge and you’ll see just what we mean. We love the sleek kitchen and huge dining room, a worthy competitor with the lovely main terrace at meal times.

Notes
4 bedrooms. 4 bathrooms, all en-suite. A pre-arrival complimentary hamper is provided for all guests. Essential household products are provided and replenished during guests’ stay. Please click here for more details.
A water filter has been installed to provide fresh drinking water.
The house-keeper speaks English and her service includes concierge service, cleaning the kitchen and bathrooms, and making the beds.
The daily maid service is included in the rental price and consists 3 hours per day, from Monday to Friday.
Small amounts of guests’ laundry can be dealt with during the maids’ working hours. Extra laundry is charged on site per hour of cleaning.
A shopping service is available on request for an extra charge.
Mosquito screens are in the bedrooms and bathrooms.

Pool
The large oval pool is on a lower level at the rear of the villa and is reached through a vine-clad tunnel and down steps. The paved surround is furnished with sun loungers and there is an external shower.
Pool size: 12m x 6m, 1.2m to 1.8m deep. Open from Easter to mid October weather permitting