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Collelungo (the Long Hill) lies in
its own private estate covering 200 acres of prime Tuscan
countryside midway between Florence and Siena in the
heart of the Chianti Classico grape-growing region.
 It
originated as a medieval casa da signore, or nobleman’s
house, and developed as a wine farm from the 14th century
onwards, clinging to the contours from which it derives
its name. Most of it is densely wooded, at a median
altitude of 1,600ft.
ACCOMODATION: All
the apartments, which accommodate two or four persons,
have lovely views over the vines. They have maintained
their rustic character and the furniture combines comfort
and elegance, many items being made for us by local
craftsmen. Each apartment has its own sitting-out area,
with a table and garden chairs. Most have either an
open fireplace or stove, and all have central heating
for cooler months. The galley kitchen includes fridge,
full-size cooker with four burners and oven, and comes
fully equipped. All have comfortable, upholstered armchairs
or sofas in the lounge, a dining table and dining chairs.
Apartments for 2 people:
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'A' type: Double bedroom, bath with shower,
small open-plan lounge with galley kitchen; sitting
out area.
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'B' type: As 'A' but larger; bedroom with
double or twin beds, bath with tub; most with fireplace
or wood-burning stove.
- 'C' type: As
'B' but larger; duplex; twin beds; bath with tub; large
open-plan lounge with fireplace and galley kitchen;
own terrace.
- 'D' type: VIP or Honeymoon suite. As 'C' but larger with separate
kitchen; bath with shower or tub; wood-burning stove.
Own loggia or garden and panoramic views.
Apartments for 4 people:
- 'E' type: Two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment, large open-plan
 lounge with galley kitchen, fireplace or wood-burning
stove and own garden or terrace.
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‘F’ type: As ‘E’
but larger, with panoramic views; possibility to accommodate
a fifth person.
THE GARDEN AND SURROUNDING
ENVIRONMENT: The swimming pool provides a relaxing
place to cool off in the summer season and enjoy the
beautiful views.
All of the domain is surrounded by
woods; and because it is well off the public highway
with no roads on its perimeter peace and silence are
guaranteed. This seclusion means it is a sanctuary for
flora and fauna. Visitors have identified 36 species
each of butterflies and birds as well as seven different
types of wild orchid.
The estate's uncultivated area is
covered mainly with holm oaks, cypresses and pines while
the vineyards are dotted with cherry, pear, apple, peach,
 walnut, olive and fig trees as well as native ginestra
(broom), juniper bushes, dog roses, prickly pears and
bramble berries typical of Chianti. There are romantic
woodland walks and tranquil picnic spots to discover
in a landscape that is itself truly "classico",
like our wines.
LOCATION: With all
the major cultural and artistic centres on its doorstep,
Collelungo is the ideal base for exploring the Chianti
hills and Tuscany's famous attractions. As
well as the beautiful picture-book countryside, Siena
can be reached in 30 minutes, Florence and San Gimignano
45 minutes, Arezzo 1 hour, and Volterra, Perugia, or
Assisi 80 minutes. The pretty village of Castellina
in Chianti, with a good choice of shops and restaurants,
is a half-hour walk away (5 minutes by car).
OTHER FACILITIES AVAILABLE
NEAR BY:
 - A nice little restaurant where we
serve a buffet-breakfast every day except Sunday at
a little supplement and two traditional homemade tuscan
dinners per week;
- A lounge with library, satellite TV and wine bar;
- A mosaic-lined swimming pool with sun terraces;
- A barbecue and covered pergola with picnic table;
- A covered loggia, a public phone and a small laundry;
- Golf, tennis, horse-riding and hot-air ballooning
available nearby.
- Cooking classes and wine tasting tours nearby can
be booked at the reception.
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