Villa Monica, Siena area
8 bedroom  3 bath villa, private pool, village location, Sleeps 13
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Tuscany.   Siena area: Villa Monica is a converted 14th century convent set on a hill on the outskirts of a medieval hamlet. It is conveniently located between Siena, San Gimignano and Florence and is less than an hour's drive from the coastal resorts of Follonica and Punta Ala. From a small piazza next to the village church, you enter the property through a wooden gate into a lovely old walled garden with a beautiful swimming pool (10x5 meters) and wonderful views over the surrounding countryside. The side of the house facing the garden has a full-length furnished verandah. The villa was originally restored in 1925 and then again recently, carefully retaining aspects of its ancient character. The interiors are decorated with antique furniture creating an elegant atmosphere. INTERIOR: 8 bedroom villa, beautiful furnishings and tasteful decor throughout, sleeps 13. Grd flr: Large living room opening to the verandah with table tennis, facing the garden. 1 double bedroom. 1 twin bedroom. 1 bathroom. 1st flr: Entrance hall. Huge, high-ceilinged living room. Sitting room. Dining room with fireplace. Fully-equipped kitchen. 1 double bedroom. 2 twin bedrooms. 3 single bedrooms. 2 bathrooms. Laundry. LOCATION: Nearest shops and post office in Montalcinello 20 meters. Spa town of Galleria 8 km. Siena 35 km. Grosseto 60 km. Florence 100 km. Pisa (by motorway) 180 km.

Cinello  Near Galleria
8 bedroom, 10 bathroom villa,  walk to the village from this delightful villa for 16 people,  private pool
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Tuscany. Walk to the village of Montalcinello from this 8 Bedroom, 10 bath villa for 16 people. A beautiful property, surrounded by a very large garden, composed of a huge main house and guesthouse. Each part has spacious rooms, and superior standard, makes it one of the best properties for a large group to rent for an unforgettable holiday in Tuscany, with every modern comfort, including a nice, comfortable living room with views over the countryside. There is a Jacuzzi with its own lounge area, a very large covered terrace, al fresco dining, while enjoying glorious views. The unique swimming pool is situated in a panoramic position, and has an overflow effect. The pool has two levels, with a shallow one - ideal for children. The village of Montalcinello is within walking distance, only 500 mts away from the property. Swimming Pool, Washing Machine, Dishwasher, Telephone, Fireplace. Main house has Sitting room; Jacuzzi in the basement level. On the Ground floor: Entrance hall; large sitting/dining room with fireplace; kitchen; bathroom; guest bathroom; library; laundry room. Upstairs: 2 living rooms with fire-place; 3 double bedrooms each with en-suite bathroom; 3 twin bedrooms each with en-suite bathroom. Guesthouse has on the ground floor: Entrance; sitting room with fireplace; kitchen/dining room; bathroom. Upstairs: Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom; twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom. Maid service. Distances (approx. kms) Montalcinello (Nearest Shops and P.O.); 500mt, Galleria;8, Siena;35, Grosseto;60, Florence;100, Pisa (by motorway);180

 

 

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TUSCANY......Some of Tuscany's main towns: Arezzo - a beautiful Etruscan medieval city. Cortona, from where you can look down upon Lake Trasimeno. Lucca, medieval city within medieval walls. Siena, About 30 miles south of Florence, another medieval city and historic center, and one of the more popular, with its stylish town, cobbled streets, home of Palio horse race; Relax in a cafe, enjoy the red brick main square, (which is pedestrians only). Explore the hill towns around Siena; South of Siena - the delightful San Gimignano, a perfect place to experience Tuscany hill town life. Between Florence and Siena; the Chianti area, wine country, and the main towns of Greve in Chianti and Radda in Chianti. The southern Tuscany coast becomes the Maremma, and rises to Monte Argentario.

Tuscany is surrounded by the Emilia-Romagna in the north, Umbria to the east, Lazio to the south. The provinces of Tuscany: Arezzo, to the east; Firenze - Florence in the north; Grosseto to the south; Livorno on the west; Lucca on the northwest; Massa-Carrara furthest north; Pisa west; Pistoia and Prato between Lucca and Firenze; Siena southeast, north of Grosseto, bordered by Arezzo. The art city of Florence, the Arno River, the awesome sunsets, the shopping, fine restaurants, strolling through the city. Then on to the Florentine countryside, the vineyards, the olive groves, the rolling hills of Tuscany await. Siena considered to be one of the more popular areas of Tuscany, extends across 3 hills, was originally Etruscan, with a revered piazza, the Campo at the center which is home of the famous Palio horse races. It is a great area to explore and to experience the best of Tuscan life style, with its rolling hills, farmhouses and lovely landscaping, to feel the history of time gone by. Lucca another popular Tuscan area, a Medieval town, surrounded by walls, for walking, cycling. Wander the cobblestone streets, explore the city with its old churches, buildings.

Coastal areas of Tuscany: The Versilia between the northwest coast and the mountains has a mild climate, beautiful resorts with sandy beaches along the coast, ideal for children and beach vacations, with many outdoor activities available. With miles of sandy beaches. The main seaside resort is Viareggio, and there is the elegant, exclusive resort of Forte dei Marmi, and Marina di Pietrasanta, Marina di Massa and Marina di Carrara. The Argentario Promontory, The promontory, with high rocky cliffs, to the north is the main resort of Santo Stefano.  On the south coast, are Porto Ercole and nearby exclusive Cala Galera. Southern Tuscany; Maremma is on the southern boundary of Tuscany, against the border with Lazio. With seacoasts, pine woods, stretches of rocky coast, coves, harbours.

Tuscany - Siena: Historic town south of Florence. Tuscany - Chianti: Wine region between Florence and Siena. Tuscany - North: Lucca and the area north of Lucca and Florence, including the coast. Tuscany - South: South of Siena, includes Montepulciano, Pienza, Montalcino and the area south from there. Tuscany - East: Cortona, Arezzo. Tuscany - West: Pisa, San Gimignano, Colle Val d'Elsa, Volterra, including the coast.

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