Il Mulino 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.

A spacious three bedroom apartment on the first floor, Il Mulino has a sleek and clean interior design without sacrificing character or charm. The garden has a variety of trees which provide ample shade, but there are still plenty of views across the hills and forests, especially from the sheltered terrace outside the villa entrance. An open cottage-structure with three cushioned sofas is nearby, and sunloungers are arranged at various points throughout the grounds and beside the pool. A barbeque is in the garden area near the stairway to the apartment, and a furnished pergola with a table and benches is set at the side of the house for al fresco dining.

The lounge-diner is brightly lit by three French windows and two large lights hanging over the dining table, and the room is tied together by the integrated fireplace. The bedrooms are comfortable and cosy, with stately furniture and a serene ambiance. Meanwhile, the kitchen has plenty of room for cooking and storage, with a simple but stylish design and a view of the garden from the window. There is also a small utility cupboard with a washing machine.

Open Plan Lounge-Diner
Wooden dining table with 8 chairs, open fireplace, 2 sofas, flat-screen TV.

Kitchen
Fridge with separate freezer compartment, dishwasher, twin-basin sink, gas hobs (5 rings), oven, extractor fan.

Bedroom 1
Single bed with wooden frame, chair, clothes storage unit, garment rail in hallway.

Bedroom 2 - Master
Double bed with wrought iron frame, wardrobe, armchair.

Bedroom 3
Twin beds with cushioned headboards, wardrobe, chair, en-suite bathroom with shower.

Bathroom
WC, sink, bath with shower attachment

Utility Cupboard
Washing machine.

Outdoor Cottage
3 cushioned sofas, coffee table.

Our Thoughts
Perfect for a medium-sized family, Il Mulino is a splendid getaway for all seasons. With an elegant open fireplace for the winter months, and a two shaded terraces for summertime, it’s an ideal holiday destination all year round. The pool is just 100m away from the villa, as is the fantastic summer cottage, which features several cushioned sofas set in the cool stone shelter. All this surrounded by views of the forests and Tuscan hills – Il Mulino is a blissful corner of Italian splendour.

Notes
3 bedrooms.
1 single bed.
1 double bed – can be converted into a pair of twin beds on request.
1 pair of twin beds – can be converted into a double on request.
2 bathrooms (1 of which is en-suite). 1 shower, 1 bath with shower.
Only one dog is permitted to stay at a time. There will be an additional 50 Euro charged per stay.
The pool is shared with 7 other villas.
The key-holder lives on the ground floor of the building. They have their own separate entrance. They have 1 cat.

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.