Solaria di Santa Maddalena 14, Vagliagli - Castelnuovo Berardenga - Siena and Chianti

Graced with views of hills cloaked in vineyards and olive groves, this generous-sized villa is a well located as well as a comfortable choice for large groups or families of up to 14 guests. These well looked after quarters are enveloped by a wonderful garden, planted with Mediterranean trees and shrubs, in which is set a private pool complete with umbrella-dotted terrace. When you fancy straying beyond the villa's gate, you'll find the town of Vagliagli is just around the corner and Siena and Florence are within easy reach, too.

Inside the villa, there are seven spacious bedrooms and six bathrooms spread over three floors, each decorated in its own style. Some of the rooms feature sofas should guests require a little time out from the general hubbub. But for those convivial moments, there are two separate lounges, as well as a dining room with large windows onto the garden. The furnished terrace and balcony both make perfect spots for al fresco dining - the chef in your group will delight in using the barbecue. On warmer evenings, there's no better place to sit back and enjoy a glass of wine made with grapes grown on the hills right in front of you.

Ground Floor

Hall
Sofa, table, main entrance, stairs leading to first floor.

Bedroom 1
Double bed (can be converted into twins), wardrobe, chest of drawers.

Bedroom 2
Double bed (can be converted into twins), sofa, wardrobe, chest of drawers.

Bathroom 1
Shower, sink, WC.

Bathroom 2
Shower, sink, WC.

First Floor

Bedroom 3
Twin beds (can convert into a double), wardrobes.

Lounge-Diner
Three sofas, table and chairs, highchair, sideboard, decorative fireplace, doors leading to furnished balcony, stairs leading to first floor.

Kitchen
Fully equipped, doors leading to garden.

Bedroom 4
Double bed (can be converted into a twin), wardrobe, chest of drawers, armchair.

Bedroom 5
Double bed (can be converted into a twin), wardrobe, chest of drawers, armchair, chair, doors to Juliet balcony.

Bedroom 6
Double bed (can be converted into a twin), wardrobe, armchair, Juliet balcony.

Bathroom 3
Shower, sink, WC.

Bathroom 4
Bathtub, shower, sink, WC.

Bathroom 5
Shower, sink, WC.

Second Floor

Lounge-Diner
Three sofas, table and chairs, sideboard, table, doors leading to terrace.

Bedroom 7
Double bed (can be converted into a twin), wardrobe.

Bathroom 6
Shower, sink, WC.

Our Thoughts
This roomy villa offers the best of both worlds for larger groups. It has everything you require to enjoy Tuscany together in style, including enough space to opt out for a little quiet time should the mood take you. You'll undoubtedly want to spend much of your time unwinding by the pool, where the views are breathtaking, but there's plenty to explore nearby, too. Don't miss the wineries, the 14th-century fortress at Castellina in Chianti, and, of course, glorious Siena.

Notes
Seven bedrooms. Six bathrooms, none en-suite. The property and pool are completely fenced. Please note that pets are not allowed in the pool

Pool
Roman steps in the shallow end lead down into the large rectangular pool which is set in the grounds behind the villa and surrounded by hedges. The pool has a paved terrace furnished with sun beds, deck chairs and parasols. A gazebo is furnished with a table and chairs. Pool size: 14.80 x 5.40m, 1m - 2.20m deep, open end of April till end of September, weather permitting.