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About The Experience

Few places can compare to the charm of this Tuscany villa rental near Arezzo, great for a family with kids. Nestled among the hills amidst trees and grass, you'll feel you've arrived at the quintessential Tuscan experience. You can explore small villages near this farmhouse in Tuscany, venture into Arezzo, which is where the movie "Life is Beautiful," starring Roberto Benigni, was filmed, or travel further for day trips to Cortona or Lake Trasimeno. You will also enjoy wandering the countryside, on foot, in a car, or on horseback while staying at this farmhouse accommodation in Tuscany.

Location Description

This Tuscany holiday home is located south of Arezzo in a peaceful location, ideal for taking walks through the natural surroundings. However, it is also just 3.5 km from a small commercial centre with basic food shops, and horseback riding is also available nearby. Arezzo, the setting for Roberto Benigni's "Life is Beautiful," is a city characterized by a beautiful array of architectural styles, from Etruscan ruins to the Roman amphitheatre and the Medici Fortress. The first weekend of each month features a popular antique fair, while annually the town hosts a festival called "Joust of the Saracens," where all of the citizens dress in medieval attire to watch "knights" charge at a target (representing the Saracen king). The location of this holiday home is also well situated to day trips throughout Tuscany, including nearby Cortona and Lake Trasimeno, as well as Florence and Siena.

Lake Trasimeno: 35 km/22 mi
Cortona: 23 km/14 mi
Arezzo: 8 km/5 mi
Olmo (Shops): 3.5 km/2 mi

Exterior Description

Once a water mill, this charming building has been turned into a cozy and unique Tuscan holiday home. It is surrounded by hills covered in olives. This Tuscany farmhouse has a large lawn area at the entrance with a beautiful terrace on the upper floor. There are extensive and beautiful views over the Chiana valley and the hills and the woods. Covered parking place for 2 cars and other outdoor spaces for parking in.

Interior Description

(180 m2/1,937 ft2)

The living area is located on the first floor, whereas the bedrooms are located on the ground floor. The first floor is accessible via an interior stone staircase or directly from the rear terrace.

First Floor: The large kitchen/dining room has an ancient fireplace, as well as a wood burning oven still in good working order, electric oven, dishwasher, and refrigerator/freezer. This room has 2 windows which overlook the Chiana valley as far as Civitella della Chiana. The spacious living room has arm chairs, a double sofa bed, a writing desk with telephone and computer with WiFi, Satellite TV, and a well-supplied bookcase with guidebooks in various languages. There is access to an equipped and sunny terrace. Three steps up from the living room is a two-level bathroom. The sink is on the lower level, and the toilet, bidet and shower are up a narrow spiral staircase.

Ground Floor: The first bedroom was the original mill and it has the grindstones as part of the decor. There is a queen-size bed (160 cm), a wardrobe, a chest of drawers, and access onto the lawn. Only accessible from this room and up a steep staircase is a childrens' room (not appropriate for young children because of the staircase) with narrow single beds (80 cm). The third room is a study-bedroom with a single bed (90 cm), writing desk, and coat hanger. There is access onto the lawn. There is a bathroom with a shower and toilet (no window). The fourth bedroom has a queen-size bed (160 cm), a wardrobe, check of drawers, and an ensuite bathroom with shower and tub, sink, toilet and bidet. There is also a laundry room with a washing machine and sink.

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.

• Cook Service: Upon request
• Babysitting: Upon request
• Mobile Phone (Italian SIM card): Upon request
• Authorized Tour Guide: Upon request

Please Note:

• There are bug screens on the windows in the bedrooms and bathrooms.
• The narrow single beds are listed as 80 cm wide, which is considered narrow by US standards. They are most comfortable for young people.
• Arrivals in high season must take place on Saturdays.

Features and Amenities

Free Parking on Premises Independent Villa Balcony/Terrace Barbecue Outside Area - Private CD player DVD player TV - English Channels Available Computer Available Internet - Wireless Telephone - Incoming & Outgoing

American Coffee Maker Dishwasher Microwave Oven 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:

• Sun 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Mon 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Tue 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Wed 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Thu 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Fri 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Sat 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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