Vallebuia, San Gimignano - Siena

This is a handsome villa in the heart of rural Tuscany, offering far-reaching views across olive groves, rolling hills and woods. With five bedrooms divided between the main house and a separate cottage a few steps away, this property can host 10 guests. It’s ideal for a group of friends or family. You might have to toss a coin for the spacious studio bedrooms with large dressing areas. However, all rooms are graced with traditional rustic features such as gently vaulted or beamed ceilings and terracotta-tiled floors.

You’ll love the large private pool, set on a lower level a few steps from the main house. Surrounded by lush greenery, there are plenty of spots for sunbathing or seeking shade when the temperature climbs. And the grounds are as inviting as the interiors here – a large, furnished terrace by the vine-clad entrance invites guests to feast together al-fresco, while two further terraces include one with deckchairs for snoozes in the shade. Medieval San Gimignano is a short drive away, offering restaurants and a grocery store, while Siena and Florence are easy day trips.

Main House
Ground Floor

Lounge 1
Three sofas, desk, chair, bookshelf, open fireplace, piano.

Dining Room
Table and chairs, table, cupboard, cabinet, doors leading to garden.

Kitchen
Fully equipped, gas hob with 6 rings, table and chairs, steps leading to second lounge.

Lounge 2
Sofa, bookshelf, doors to cloakroom, door leading to garden, TV.

Cloakroom
Sink, bidet, WC.

Laundry Room
Washing machine, tumble-dryer.

First Floor

Bedroom 1
Double four-poster bed (can be converted into twins), walk-in wardrobe, bureau, chest of drawers, two chairs.

En-suite Bathroom
Bath, handheld shower, sink, WC.

Bedroom 2
Twin beds (cannot be converted to a double), chest of drawers, stool.

Bedroom 3
Double bed (cannot be converted into twins), studio area with wardrobe, table, two chairs.

En-suite Bathroom
Bath, handheld shower, sink, WC.

Bedroom 4
Double bed (cannot be converted into twins), studio area with wardrobe, two chairs.

En-suite Bathroom
Double shower, sink, WC.

Bathroom 1
Shower, sink, WC.

Cottage

Lounge-Diner
Three armchairs, chest of drawers, table and chairs, fireplace, doors to bedroom.

Bedroom
Double bed (cannot be converted into twins), wardrobe, stool.

En-suite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Our Thoughts
Vallebuia is the type of property that is all things to everyone – from the studio bedrooms that offer hotel suite-style accommodation with luxurious claw-footed bath tubs, to the cute one-storey cottage in the grounds. This is grand country-house-living, with ornate stone fireplaces and spaces adorned with an interesting collection of antiques and artefacts. Why not host a fun-filled film-night, relaxing on the large corner sofa, or enjoy a little privacy in a secluded spot in the plant-filled grounds.

Notes
Five bedrooms. Six bathrooms, five en-suite. The one-storey cottage is completely separate and accessed via a flight of stone steps leading from the front of the villa. The property is not fenced. Painting classes are available on request. This villa is situated 600 metres above sea level resulting in a lot of fresh cool air. Because of this, this villa does not require air conditioning. A selection of alcoholic drinks and spirits are provided by the owner.
Parking - On site
Fire Place: open

Pool
The wonderful spacious pool is situated close to the villa down a short flight of stone steps. Metal ladder steps lead down into the pool, which is surrounded by a paved terrace furnished with sun beds and parasols. Pool size: 14m x 7m, 1m-2m deep, open May to September, weather permitting. There is an outdoor shower by the pool, as well as a diving board.