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Vacation Rental Agritourism in Tuscany |
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Vecchio Borgo - Bella Vista |
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This apartment provides one of the best ways to enjoy a vacation rental in agritourism in Tuscany. This Tuscany apartment is surrounded not only by beautiful grounds, but by a large working farm that produces everything the Tuscan region is renowned for: wine, olive oil, visanto, and grappa. This farmhouse accommodation in Tuscany is within an original and carefully restored building—a quiet, peaceful location with great views and in an excellent position for taking day trips throughout Tuscany.
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Located on one of the larger working farms in this region, this property comes under the Italian category of “agritourismo.” It is situated in a beautiful rural position, but its place between Siena and Florence also makes this a great jumping-off point for day trips throughout Tuscany. The nearest village is Staggia, a beautiful little walled town with a castle overgrown with greenery. Here you'll also find the basics, from food to a post office and a café. Nearby Siena is a treasure trove of medieval architecture and authentic Tuscan culture-- including the famed annual bareback horserace! Other great locales in the region include San Gimignano, Volterra, and Florence.
Cecina (beaches): 92 km
Florence: 52 km
Volterra: 49 km
San Gimignano: 22 km
Siena: 20 km
Staggia (various shops): 1.5 km
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(35 Hectares) This apartment is located on a working farm that produces wine, olive oil, Vinsanto, and grappa, as well as various grain crops. There are also uncultivated areas which, in the spring, are covered with poppies. Picturesque paths through these areas lead to adjacent farms. The original 19th century farmhouse, in which this apartment is located, has been carefully restructured and transformed into six modernized apartments, each with its own entrance. The house is located on a hilltop, affording a panoramic view over the hills of the Chianti district. Surrounding the house is a communal garden and shared swimming pool (14m x 7m). There is also a cement tennis court in the center of the farmstead (racquets are available). A large barbecue and covered dining table are the center of the communal area, along with ping-pong, children's games, a play house, a slide, and a swing. Small individual tables and barbecues are also provided for the convenience of individual families. A selection of mountain bikes is available for use. A large parking area is located in front of the house, and there are shared laundry facilities.
At the completion of the harvest season, a celebration is held, during which all guests are invited to sample the many flavors and products of the land. In the cantina (cellar), run by the head of the family, there is a shop where guests may purchase bottles of wine for their own use. The owner's family occupies a separate unit in the farmhouse building. The family cares for the garden and provides homemade baked pastries as part of the welcome extended to new guests, or in celebration of special events.
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(59 m2) First Floor: There is a small combination living/dining room/kitchen which has a table for four and a single sofa bed. The furniture is comfortable and compatible with the Tuscan country-style architecture. The kitchen corner has an oven and a dishwasher. There is one room with a 160 cm queen-size bed, and another room with two single beds (can be joined upon request). One bathroom has a sink, toilet, and shower.
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Available Amenities: Satellite TV, dishwasher, central heating. Shared facilities: swimming pool (open April 20 – October 15), cement tennis court (tennis racquets available), mountain bikes, a swing, ping-pong table, barbecue, and laundry room.
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.
Telephone: according to use
Maid service: upon request
Nearby Attractions: Chianti hill towns, Siena, San Gimignano.
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Sep-01-2007 - Sep-29-2007
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$1,714
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1 wk
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Sep-29-2007 - Dec-22-2007
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$1,530
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1 wk
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Dec-22-2007 - Jan-05-2008
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$1,714
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1 wk
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Mar-29-2008 - Apr-05-2008
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$1,530
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1 wk
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May-31-2008 - Jul-26-2008
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$2,117
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1 wk
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Based on 15 Reviews |
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Overall
Peace and Quiet
View
Outside Area
Living Room
Kitchen
Bedrooms
Bathrooms
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Overall:
We enjoyed the outdoor areas - we sat outside at night with wine, ate out by the pool - there are many outdoor areas to sit and enjoy. The wine and olive oil were delicious and so reasonable! We took day trips all over.
Enjoyed Most:
The view and tranquility. It was very peaceful and in a wonderful location!
Unpleasant Surprises:
No air conditioning, although the fan did help. We could have used another fan .... fans in the ceiling would help!
Surrounding Area:
Everything! The view was unbelievable, like out of a picture book or painting you would see that makes you think of Tuscany! It was a short distance to San Gimignano - the picture perfect town! Short and easy train to Florence for day trips!
Tips or Restaurants:
We ate one evening at Babette right down the road - the mixed fish salad was absolutely delicious! We also ate at the restaurant in the Hotel Cisterna in San Gimignano! Make reservations and request a window seat - you will be in for a treat! Food was excellent as well - their veal ravioli was my favorite dish right up there with Babette's salad! Just bring pool towels - otherwise, it was very well equipped! The sunset on the trek to Volterra was unbelievable!
July, 2007
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Overall:
It was a peaceful, relaxing place. We loved the big table to eat on in the evenings with 2 families.
Enjoyed Most:
Good location between Siena and Florence.
Unpleasant Surprises:
Nothing.
Surrounding Area:
Views.
Tips or Restaurants:
Pay attention to when the market is open or closed if you're planning to cook your own meals.
June, 2007
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Enjoyed Most:
The peaceful setting with the views, grounds and exceptional hosts.
Unpleasant Surprises:
Continuous dog parking at another residence at the bottom of the hill.
Surrounding Area:
Close proximity to Siena, Monteriggioni, San Gimignano, Volterra.
Nearby Events or Locales:
Staggia. Not a short walk, but a doable walk.
Tips or Restaurants:
Castello in Monteriggioni.
Directions:
All was fine.
Check In Out:
Ran very smoothly.
June, 2007
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