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About The Experience

Holidays in Tuscany offer many places to see beautiful sunsets but few are as utterly delightful as watching them from this accommodation! Not only would it be possible from the private terrace of this vacation rental in Tuscany, which is situated higher than the house itself, but you also have the choice of taking a few steps outside your front door to reach the center piazza of Monterchi! The walls of the garden are actually the medieval remains from the 16th century, adding a piece of historical importance. This Tuscany villa is a great spot for a family getaway!

Location Description

This property is ideally located in the center of Monterchi, a medieval town that was dedicated to Hercules during the Roman times. Dating back to the year 1095, Monterchi has shops, restaurants, markets, a bank, post office, and several interesting churches. Perhaps the town is most famous for Piero della Francesca’s extraordinary fresco, the Madonna del Parto, painted in 1459 and now displayed in a primary school, also considered a museum. During the summer months, the museum hosts open-air concerts of classical music every Wednesday night on the gardens. Also in Monterchi is a Polenta Festival held every September where visitors can taste local recipes and learn about local traditions. Arezzo, the charming town used as the backdrop for Roberto Benigni's "Life is Beautiful," is about a half an hour drive away and is perfect for a day trip. Once one of the most important Etruscan cities, today Arezzo is beautiful for an array of architecture spanning centuries, from Etruscan ruins to the Roman amphitheatre and the Medici Fortress. The first weekend of each month brings a popular antique fair, while annually there is a festival called "Joust of the Saracens," where all of the citizens dress in medieval attire and knights representing each part of the city charge at a target representing a Saracen king. The area is also well situated for day trips throughout Tuscany to places such as Cortona, Perugia, and Florence.

Nearby Attractions: Monterchi (shops, restaurants, markets, bank, post office, museum, annual festival), Sansepolcro (shops, markets, restaurants, Museo Civico, church of San Francesco, Duomo), Arezzo (Etruscan ruins, Roman amphitheater, Medici Fortress, antique fairs, annual festivals), Cortona, Perugia, and Siena.

Florence: 103 km/64 mi
Perugia: 65 km/40.5 mi
Cortona: 55 km/34 mi
Arezzo: 30 km/18.5 mi
Sansepolcro: 17 km/10.5 mi

Exterior Description

(460 m2/4951 ft2)

Built in the 16th century when Tuscany was still dominated by the Medici, this villa is situated along the ancient medieval walls of Monterchi. The terrace garden, which shares its wall with Casa del Villaggio, lies on these ancient medieval walls and contains oak trees, fruit trees, plants, roses, and other beautiful flowers. There is also a gazebo furnished with a table and chairs and a private swimming pool open from beginning of May to end of September (8m x 4m) and Jacuzzi, which are surrounded by sun loungers.

Interior Description

(1000 m2/10763 ft2)

Ground Floor: After entering from the village piazza, you will reach a sitting area with a couch and several chairs. There are two bedrooms on this floor. The first bedroom has two single beds (85 cm) which can be connected, upon request, and an ensuite bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower. The second bedroom has a king-sized bed (180 cm) and an ensuite bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower. There is a laundry room with a washing machine and dryer.

First Floor: A staircase of 12 steps leads up to this floor where you will first reach two living rooms. The first living room is smaller but has a couch, piano, and a TV. The second living room has a fireplace and a dining area with a table and chairs. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, microwave, toaster, and dishwasher. There are three bedrooms on this floor. The first bedroom has a king-sized bed (180 cm) with an ensuite bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower. The second bedroom has two single beds (85 cm) which can be connected, upon request, and an ensuite bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower. The third bathroom has two single beds (85 cm). There is a third bathroom with a sink, toilet, shower and tub.

Features Description

Extra Services: The following are listed as an aid for trip planning; the services and prices are approximate and cannot be guaranteed by Rentvillas. All extra services are payable locally in cash.

• Housekeeping: Upon request
• Firewood: 4 Euros per basket

Please Note:

• This property can be rented under the name Villa Francesca con Duetto to accommodate more people.
• Owner lives in an independent apartment on the premises.
• This is a non-smoking property.
• Two single beds can be connected to form on double bed upon request in two of the bedrooms.
• The pool is open from the beginning of May until the end of September.

Features and Amenities

Walk To Town Independent Villa Barbecue Jacuzzi/Hot Tub - Outside Outside Area - Private Pool Towels Swimming Pool - Private CD player DVD player TV - Local Channels Only Internet - Wireless

American Coffee Maker Clothes Dryer Dishwasher Hair Dryer Iron and Board Microwave Oven Toaster Washing Machine Fireplace - Indoor Window Screens - Partial House Portable Baby Crib/Play Pen - Upon Request Housekeeping Available - Extra Cost

Arrival Times

Please note: Official Arrival Times:

• Sat 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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