Imposing 18h century villa in the Tuscan hills, surrounded by a large property with splendid woods, olive groves and vineyards. The villa is situated near Palaia, an 11h century town famous for the quality of its truffles and recognized by UNESCO.

Description

Imposing 18h century villa in the Tuscan hills, surrounded by a large property with splendid woods, olive groves and vineyards. The villa is situated near Palaia, an 11h century town famous for the quality of its truffles and recognized by UNESCO. The town has all the main shops and is a perfect setting out spot for visits to Pisa, Lucca, Pistoia, Firenze, San Gimignano and Volterra, not to mention Tirranean coast and the Apuane Alps.

The villa, recently restricted, has maintained its original architectural characteristics and has been transformed into a charming country villa laid out on three floors. It is surrounded by a 4000 sq. meter park which offers tranquility and shade thanks to its pine wood.....the perfect place to read a good book and enjoy a glass of wine surrounded by the pleasures of the nature. In front of the villa it is possible to enjoy dining outdoors, using tables and chairs protected by a large umbrella.

GARDEN AND SWIMMING POOL: The spectacular pool (unusual measurements of 18 x 9 mtrs and 140 cms depth) offers good swimming as well as pleasant freshness. It is on a natural panoramic terrace looking out over the surrounding vineyards. Ideal for an evening aperitive it offers privacy and a solarium with pool loungers and umbrellas. As well as the main pool and just next to it there is a small pool for children (6x6 and 50 cms. depth). The villa has Wifi Internet connection, inside and also on the verandah in front.

There is a ping-pong, laundry area in an outside building and exclusive parking. The outdoor area is fully equipped with appropriate furniture. The property has a wine and olive oil production. The access o the property is by an ashfalted road which finishes in a brief tract of un paved road.

ACCOMODATION (500 square metres): The villa is antique with floors in cotto and stone and an atmosphere of luxury and one can breathe in the past comforts. The furnishings are one with the architecture and thanks to their precious details, recapture the antique splendor good taste, the tonalities of the colours chosen, the furniture, the paintings. The style is a mixture of luxurious and rustic, thanks to the vaulted ceilings in brick, the original stone walls, ample sitting spaces, and the carpets and curtains in well-chosen materials make the surrounding atmosphere luminous and comfortable.

The principal lounge is the more rustic, with vaulted ceilings and big fireplace, which, being next to the kitchen, also permits genial cooking classes. The second lounge, more elegant and colorful, is perfect for tasting the typical, traditional Tuscan dishes and a good glass of wine in the company of family and friends.

On the first floor, the bedrooms (each completely different from the other) have a unique, elegant and classical style and all have ensuite bathrooms. On the second floor the bedrooms are in a more rustic style, all with airconditioning and ensuite bathrooms. Three cots are available on request.

Ground floor: entrance, lounge room with stereo and TV, dining area with fireplace, second dining room, kitchen (stove, freezer/fridge, microonde, dishwasher, water boiler, American coffee machine) with access to the outside and a bathroom with shower and wc.

First floor: bedroom with two single beds and access to panoramic terrace, bathroom with tub and shower; double bedroom with access to the terrace, bathroom with shower; 3 double bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms.

Second floor; double bedroom with double bed and a single bed, ensuite bathroom; 3 double bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms; one double bedroom with double bed and one single bed bedroom with ensuite bathroom. All with airconditioning.

AMENITIES/FEATURES: WiFi, 5 cots,4 highchairs, heating and air conditioning in 5 bedrooms on second floor, mosquito nets just in the bedrooms, fireplaces (the one in the dining room works), washing machine, iron and ironing board, hairdryers in all bedrooms, dishwasher, microwave, coffee machines, (espresso, moka and American), oven, pizza oven, ping pong, water boiler, 2 fridges and 1 freezer, toaster, blender, fruitjuicer, handsoap in all bathrooms, barbeque, outdoor furniture, al fresco dining, stunning views, fire extuinguisher, emergency firstaid kit, Tv sat, carpark outside not covered. Pets are allowed, 3 extra beds can be added, 2 single bedrooms can become 2 double bedrooms, 2 triple bedrooms.

LOCATION: Palaia, whit shops is at 5 km, Montopoli at 9 km, Volterra at 40 km, San Gimignano at 45 kn, Pisa at 45 km, Lucca at 50 km Firenze at 60 km, the Tuscan cost (Versilia), famous for its bathing estabilishments and night life at 95 km.

Availability

• Available

Cancellation policy

In case of cancellation of a booking, the clients are entitled to a refund based on the days in advance of arrival day, as follows:

• If the cancellation is made 60 days or more prior arrival day: 0% of the amount paid.
• If the cancellation is made between 59 and 30 days prior arrival day: 0% of the amount paid.
• If the cancellation is made between 29 and 7 days prior arrival day: 0% of the amount paid.
• If the cancellation is made between 6 and 1 days prior arrival day: 0% of the amount paid.