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 romanesque church. Guests can have access to the church and even book it for weddings.
The big, open, happy house has a sequence of generously sized rooms on the ground floor – kitchen, lounge and dining room – while the four bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, are laid out on two storeys. 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 8 chairs.
Dining Room
Table with 8 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.
Communal Annex
Meditation Room (for yoga or meditation)
Private 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
Éguilles, France
Tout était parfait ! La maison est spacieuse, fraiche, avec des équipements de grande qualité. L'environnement est superbe. L'accueil est excellent.
We particularly loved Radda in Chianti, San Gimignano, Pienza, and Arezzo.
We had great dinners at 2 local restaurants (each is 15 to 20 minutes away by car). La Porta Del Chianti in San Gusme was our favorite dinner of the trip. The owners are lovely, and the tiny town of San Gusme was one of the few places in Tuscany that felt untouched by tourists. Osteria Bandito in Gaiole in Chianti was also wonderful. The views over the valley from the terrace was gorgeous, and the food was delicious.
Travelling with a large group? 
