Cipresso at Piettorri, Monteguidi - Casole d'Elsa - Siena

Piettorri is a wonderfully restored Tuscan estate composed of two buildings accommodating 8 villas. It is located in the central Tuscan area between the coast and the Chianti, only a short distance from Casole d'Elsa, San Gimignano and Volterra. Siena is also within easy reach.

The pool is located in a lower position than the villas. It is a short walk down the slope from the buildings. From here there are excellent views of the rolling hills covered with fields and forests, typical of this area of Tuscany.

The main building houses five Tuscan villas, plus the caretakers apartment and a communal dining area. This dining area is opened to guests who wish to benefit from the traditional Tuscan meals that are offered by the caretakers.

The second building is a cottage of two pretty villas. The entire property is carefully maintained to a high standard. The caretakers are on hand to answer any queries guests may have.

Pets are allowed at Piettori, except for in the fenced area around the swimming pool.

Cipresso is a first floor Tuscan villa. It is part of a cottage which is composed of two villas. The stairs to cipresso a from its furnished loggia on the ground floor.

The loggia communicates with the loggia of the neighbouring villa, Papavero. It is furnished with a table and chairs. The stairs lead into the lounge, which is in typical Tuscan villa style with a terracotta floor and the ceiling of wooden beams and terracotta tiles. A comfortable white sofa and an armchair furnish the room. In one corner is a fireplace for the cooler nights. Off the lounge is a bathroom with shower.

To the right of the room is the kitchen. It has a Juliette balcony which looks out onto the central courtyard and provides the villa with plenty of light. The kitchen unit is along one wall and is fully equipped, and includes gas hobs, oven and a fridge with separate freezer compartment. To the other side of the room is a large wooden table with chairs and benches.

To the left of the lounge is the sleeping area which is composed of two bedrooms. The first is a spacious single bedroom. It has a wardrobe. The window provides fantastic views of the Tuscan countryside beyond the pool and property gardens.

The second bedroom is a double room. It is a small room, furnished with a wardrobe. The window provides plenty of light however there is only a simple view of the gardens.

Below this villa is Papavero. For larger groups these two rented together are an excellent solution.
Barbecue: communal

The swimming pool is located down a slope to the back of the main building. It has a lovely sunny position with an excellent view of the surrounding hills that are covered with fields and forests.

Around the pool is a large stone paved sun deck and a pretty lawn to one side. There are several deck chairs, sun beds and umbrellas for relaxing by the crystal water. A canvas covered pergola to one side shades a table with chairs.
The fenced pool is 12x 6 metres, 1.6mtrs deep, it is open from May to September, weather permitting.
There is also a small lake on the property.