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The house from a distance
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Kitchen
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This apartment is on the top floor of an authentic traditional Tuscan farmhouse in a dream location in Chianti mid-way between Florence and Siena, the house is tucked away in the rolling hills overlooking the Elsa valley. The spacious living room features the original walk-in fireplace and stone sink. Use of garden, terrace and pool. The owners are British and both speak fluent Italian and live on site. The owner will prepare a welcome dinner and/or a hamper of supplies on request.
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Living/Dining Room
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Bedroom 3
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Rental periods |
Price per week |
| January - March 2007 |
840 euros |
| April - June 2007 |
1150 euros |
| July - August 2007 |
1500 euros |
| September - October 2007 |
1150euros |
| November - December 2007 |
840 euros |
Notes on prices
Prices shown are for the property per week in Euros.
Discount of 10% for two weeks or more. Generous discounts for winter lets given by arrangement.
Changeover day
Changeover day is flexible, but Saturday to Saturday is preferred.
| Accommodation |
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| Bedrooms: |
Bedroom 1 with double or twin beds (16sq.m).
Bedroom 2 with double or twin beds (28sq.m).
Bedroom 3 with double or twin beds (23sq.m).
Bedroom 4 with double bed (18sq.m).
Optional single beds can be added in bedroom 2 and 3. |
| Bathrooms: |
En-suite bathroom to bedroom 1 with shower, wc
Bathroom with hip bath, wc, bidet
Bathroom with shower, wc, bidet. |
| Kitchen: |
Large kitchen (30m2) with cooker, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave with eating area. |
| Living Rooms: |
Spacious living/dining room (52m2) with original walk-in fireplace and stone sink, dining table and chairs, sofas. |
| Other: |
Beamed ceilings and terracotta floors, tastefully decorated and furnished. |
Cleaning/towels/
linen/maid service: |
Towels and linens are included. Cleaning is included and is carried out at the end of the stay. Towels and linens are changed once a week. Towels for use in the swimming pool can be provided at a charge of 3 euro per towel, per week. |
Notes on accommodation
The apartment is centrally heated in winter. The authentic metre-thick walls create a naturally cool environment during the hot summer months.
| Amenities/Facilities provided |
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| hob/stove |
oven |
fridge/freezer |
microwave |
| dishwasher |
iron/ironing board |
satellite tv |
telephone |
| internet access |
central heating |
barbecue |
shared pool |
| pets accepted |
Outside
Private patio and terrace with table and chairs and barbeque. Swimming pool is 9m x 4m x 2m deep (no shallow end) is not heated and is shared. The garden includes beautiful cypresses, many fruit trees and olive groves, plus a small vineyard.
Coast/Beach
Nearest beach is approx 1 1/2 hours by car.
Special interest holidays
We offer cookery classes, given by a professional Tuscan chef. The class can also include a guided trip to local food market. The meal is served to you in the large dining room or outside on the terrace.
Travel
Pisa airport 90 mins drive, Florence airport 45 mins drive.
A car is highly recommended.
Distances
Florence 30 km
Siena 35 km
San Gimignano 18 km
Certaldo 8 km
Poggibonsi 10 km
Barberino Val di Pesa 5 km
Further details
The nearest bar, supermarket, restaurants, banks and chemist are in Barberino Val D'Elsa, 5 kms from San Donnino.
San Donnino offers a relaxing atmosphere, ideal for nature-lovers and for walking. As San Donnino is situated in the centre of Chianti, towns and cities of interest are easy to reach i.e. San Gimignano, Certaldo Alto, Colle Val D'Elsa, Monteriggioni, Siena, Florence, Castellina in Chianti etc.
Booking notes
40% deposit by bank transfer. Balance on arrival.
Guest comments
A lovely holiday in a perfect setting: The food, the house, the views, the wine - excellent. Chris, Jacqui & family
Great apartment, terrific views, attentive helpful hosts and ideally situated for day trips to Siena, Florence and Lucca.
Don, Chris, Irene & John
Thank you for sharing your little bit of Tuscany with us - a marvellous welcome, a superb apartment and a wonderful location. Richard, Clare & family.
For booking and further information
Ann Freeman
Tel/Fax: (Italy) + 39 0571 660 011
Mobile: (Italy) + 39 335 815 3699
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Owners Website: Click here
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