Rosa 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.

Rosa is a first floor Tuscan villa within the main hamlet building. It is accessed from the central courtyard, up a flight of original stone stairs. It has the tradition Tuscan ceilings of terracotta tiles and wooden beams.

Inside there is a small kitchen, well equipped and includes gas hobs, an oven and a small fridge with internal freezer compartment. To one side of the room is a dining table which comfortably seats four people. A window provides the room with plenty of light.

Passing under a small arch there is a lounge. This is a long, narrow room with a fireplace on one side. Huddled around the fireplace are two, painted wooden armchairs with sturdy cushions. There is also a simple wooden double sofa and TV to the far end of the room. The two windows provide the room with plenty of light, one of the windows looks out to the spectacular views of the valley beyond the pool, while the other onto the villa's terrace.

Off the lounge is a small hall which leads to the bathroom with shower and a pretty double bedroom. The room is furnished to a high standard and has an armchair and a wardrobe. It's window also looks out to the wonderful views that surround Piettori.

The terrace is a few steps away from the external stairs that lead up to the villa. It is furnished with a table and chairs to dine al fresco.

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.