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Apartment Farmhouse in Tuscany |
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Vecchio Borgo - Pascolo |
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Observe a working Italian farm firsthand from this apartment in a farmhouse in Tuscany. On a large estate that produces wine, olive oil, visanto, and grappa, this farmhouse accommodation in Tuscany is a real experience in agritourism. You can explore the farm or, alternately, spend your days taking day trips to the many Tuscany locations near this vacation rental: Volterra, Siena, San Gimignano, Florence, and more.
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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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(56 m2) First floor: This apartment is located in what was the original dining room of the farmhouse. The living/dining room has a single sofa bed, a table for four, and is open to the kitchen, which is equipped with an oven and dishwasher. There is one bedroom with a 160 cm queen-size bed and an extra single bed. 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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$1,273
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1 wk
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Sep-29-2007 - Dec-22-2007
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$1,131
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1 wk
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Dec-22-2007 - Jan-05-2008
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$1,273
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1 wk
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Mar-29-2008 - Apr-05-2008
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$1,131
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Based on 9 Reviews |
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Overall
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Show All 9 Reviews |
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Enjoyed Most:
Superb location to the superstrada, wine trail, and train to Florence. The owners are delightful and friendly..hilltop view is excellent
Unpleasant Surprises:
No English speaking TV stations.
Surrounding Area:
Beautiful Tuscan countryside.
Tips or Restaurants:
Wonderful pool area for lounging and swimming. We felt that the cooking class was overpriced.
May, 2007
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Enjoyed Most:
Peace and quiet and the pool.
Unpleasant Surprises:
Some young children up at night.
Tips or Restaurants:
Bring good walking shoes.
Check In Out:
We were able to stay later and hang out at the pool.
September, 2006
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Overall:
It was a wonderful place to stay. The people are friendly and the property is beautiful. We were lucky to be there when they were harvesting the grapes and crushing them for the wine. I would definitely stay there again when I go back to Tuscany.
Enjoyed Most:
The property was very comfortable and in a great location. This apartment had screens on the windows and a fan to help cool things off if the breeze stopped in the evening. The location was beautiful...on a hill among the vineyards with a beautiful view.
Unpleasant Surprises:
There wasn't anything that we didn't like.
Surrounding Area:
The location was an easy drive to many of the great areas of Tuscany. San Gimignano and Siena were only about a 20 minute drive. Many of the other great small towns in the Chianti were very close, as well, including Radda in Chianti and Gaiole in Chianti.
Nearby Events or Locales:
The closest small town was Staggia and it was not really within walking distance.
Tips or Restaurants:
Make sure that you bring a roll of toilet paper with you, as there wasn't any in the apartment when we arrived. We also found a good grocery store in Poggibonsi called PAM for supplies. We spent several nights in Monteriggioni for dinner. There were also several restaurants in Castellina in Chianti that were close by. We highly recommend trips to San Gimignano and Montepulciano.
Directions:
The property is well marked and easy to find.
Check In Out:
They were very accommodating.
September, 2006
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