Holiday Farmhouse with Bicycles in Siena

Torrita di Siena - RIF. S239

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Val di Chiana   Position: Countryside
Province : Siena  

This lovely villa with pool in Tuscany is located 2km from the beautiful medieval village of Torrita di Siena, in the heart of Val di Chiana.
Situated on a knoll, the 18th-century farmhouse was built on request by the Grand Duke of Tuscany, Peter Leopold I. The estate is surrounded by its vineyards and olive groves and a beautiful, large park where visitors might catch a glimpse of local fauna, such as pheasants, roe deer, squirrels, crested porcupines and wild boars. This building has been owned by the same family for the last 300 years and carefully renovated. The farmhouse consists of 10 comfortable apartments, simply furnished, some with terracotta tile flooring and wooden beam ceilings. The flats are either on the ground floor or first floor, all with a private garden area for al fresco dining. The garden also houses a shared barbecue and swimming pool (14x7, Middle May–Sept), whose deck enjoys a breathtaking view over Torrita di Siena and the surrounding countryside. Internet Wi-Fi connection in the common areas (Swimming pool and Reception).Shared washing machine (for a fee) in a laundry room on the ground floor of the building.
This beautiful holiday home in Val di Chiana is a perfect location both for those wishing to spend a quiet and pleasant vacation in the countryside and for those wanting to visit the Tuscan art centres. A magnificent scenic road leads to the beautiful Tuscan hill towns of Montefollonico 7km, Montepulciano 10km, Pienza 17km, Montalci 
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Acquaviva - RIF. S384

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Val di Chiana   Position: Countryside
Province : Siena  

At just 4 km from Montepulciano, surrounded by the vineyards of Vino Nobile, this old farm estate has been tastefully renovated and now features 9 holiday apartments. Set in a large garden, a swimming pool with hydro-massage corner (15x9 m, up to 160 cm deep, open May 1-Oct 15) is at guests’ disposal, as well as a children’s playground, barbecue area and a small fitness room with view over the swimming pool and countryside.
Clients’ also have access to a spectacular wellness centre featuring a hot tub, in a room with large windows and view over the swimming pool and surrounding vineyards, a relaxation area, a Finnish sauna and a Turkish bath. On request possibility of Spa and herbal tea or various tastings packages.
Wi-Fi covers the whole property.
An ideal location both for a relaxing vacation, thanks to its tranquillity, and as point of departure for excursions on foot or by mountain bike and for visits to Tuscany’s beautiful art centres. Additional amenities are breakfast and restaurant service on the premises, as well as wine or olive oil tastings.
The holiday flats have been finely furnished and have maintained their original stone architectural features without, however, neglecting modern comforts.
Facilities: Coin-operated washing machine; 4 adult and 2 children bikes; babysitting service; cooking lessons.
Distances: nearest supermarket, shops, chemist's in Acquaviva at 2,5km and Montepulciano at 4 km. Pienza 19 km, Cortona is at 25 km, Montalcino 40 km,  
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San Quirico d'Orcia - RIF. S198

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Val d'Orcia   Position: Countryside
Province : Siena  

These wonderful holiday apartments in the Val d’Orcia are situated in the oasis of the gently rolling hills just outside the medieval village of San Quirico d’Orcia, in the past a resting place for Popes and their legates on their journey towards Rome along the ancient Via Francigena. An overwhelming 180 degrees view over the Natural Park of the Val d’Orcia, embracing also the towns of Pienza, Radicofani and Montalcino, will immediately capture the visitors’ attention. Here, in this Tuscan holiday home, nature, art, history and a particular attention to health and well-being will welcome guests in that perfect balance typical of Tuscan country life. The Residence consists of 70 rooms of various typologies to meet all requirements, each equipped with hair-dryer, mini-bar, safe, Sat-TV and telephone. The Junior Suites can comfortably accommodate up to 4 people and have a Jacuzzi shower, whereas the Comfort and Superior rooms, with Jacuzzi bathtub, are located in a structure built only with ecological materials and provided with an electromagnetic smog avoidance system. Holidays here are spent in absolute quiet and relax enjoying the treatments of the well-being centre, created to provide the aesthetics, physical and mental welfare for those wishing to retreat from urban chaos and treat themselves to a soothing break. Every effort here is directed towards the guests’ well-being, the care of their body and the rediscovery of their essential beauty. The aim of the t 
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Vagliagli - RIF. S48

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Siena  

This holiday accommodation in Tuscany is located in the Chianti area, near Siena, of which one can enjoy the wonderful view while driving along the gravel road bordered with cypresses, olive trees and rows of roses. Surrounded by a sea of vineyards, covering the sweet rolling hills around, this wine estate consists of four farmhouses converted into 9 charming apartments restored in respect of the pure Tuscan style by preserving the terracotta floors, wood beamed ceilings and stonewalls. Each apartment has modern comforts and independent entrances as well as a car park and a terrace, a garden or a porch from which to admire a wonderful view over Siena or the valley. All the apartments can be rented starting from a minimum of 2 days (low season.
Other facilities are a laundry service, a swimming pool, mountain bikes, and barbecues. Wine and olive oil tasting can be organized with a visit to the property’s wine cellar and relevant explanation. Also possibility of organizing interesting tours and activities of the territory as well as cooking lessons at the farmhouse or in Siena, depending on the number of participants.
In these villas with pool in Chianti one can enjoy a homely atmosphere and be taken care of, far from the madding crowd. Books are at client’s disposal for some relax in the afternoons, special breakfasts are prepared with homemade cakes, and one can also enjoy listening about the history of the farm and its surroundings and be shown along the pl 
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Asciano - RIF. S297

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Crete Senesi   Position: Countryside
Province : Siena  

Located in one of the most picturesque landscapes of Tuscany, the Crete Senesi, this farmhouse has been renovated and now offers 6 comfortable holiday apartments. It’s a place with a magical atmosphere and its origins date back to the Etruscan period; during the medieval age it was used as a flour mill. In a quiet place, surrounded by a gorgeous countryside, rich in olive trees, the farm produces vegetables, fruit, olive oil, all from organic agriculture, as well as delicious truffles. Guests can discover during their stay the colours and flavours of the Crete Senesi with wine and olive oil tasting, cooking lessons, and excursions on bike under the professional guide of Alessandro.
At guest’s disposal a swimming pool (12x6 mt, open from May), a children playground, barbecue, a washing machine, and Wi Fi.
The estate is located between Asciano (4km) and Rapolano Terme (6km), two stunning medieval villages in the Crete Senesi area. Rapolano is also well known for its thermal bath. Recommendable excursions to Siena (28km), Pienza, Montepulciano, Montalcino and Monticchiello at only 35 km. Nearest shops and restaurants in Serre at 2,2 km.
Accommodations: 6 comfortable, typically Tuscan furnished apartments. All with internet Wi-Fi connection, and outside sitting area.
CIN IT052002B546FH3A2A 
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Casole d'Elsa - RIF. S361

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Siena  

Charming stone country house, located in the heart of Tuscany, just 4 min. walking distance from Casole D’Elsa. The complex is a residence with 8 cosy and comfortable apartments, furnished in the typical Tuscan style, and a restaurant, where our guests can enjoy delicious meals and excellent wines. Facilities: large swimming pool (8x16 m, 100 to 150 cm deep, open from May to October), Wi-Fi connection, washing machine, barbecue, and a car park. Furthermore, we offer cooking lessons as well as both wine and olive oil tastings. Bike rentals (delivery on site). E-Car charging point in the property.
Distances: the village of Casole, a lovely medieval town, is only 350 m away, where you can find a small supermarket and other shops. Siena is 30 km away, the round walled town of Monteriggioni is 19 km away, Colle Val Elsa 14 km, Volterra and San Gimignano both at 20 km, and Florence at 65 km. For sport lovers, there is a horse riding back centre at 3 km, and a tennis court at 600 m.  
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