In summary
The villa is a residence situated in the heart of Tuscany. Former 12th century monastery, it was restored and turned into a complete estate with all the facilities of a 21st century resort. Spacious and filled with antique pieces of furniture, the villa is constituted of 7 to 9 bedrooms, with accommodations that can welcome up to 14 guests. Composed of warm honey-coloured stones, the house also has handmade tile floors and beamed ceilings, full-pane windows amplifying the light and view in the interior. The villa forms a square, keeping the original courtyard and guarantying that all the bedrooms face out to the splendid landscape.
The residence also offers a large range of activities thanks to the facilities and equipments at disposal, but also stunning views: on the North, you have a panoramic view of Siena while the West gives you a look on Colline Mettalifere and the East overlooks the Apennines as they snake south. The house is perfect for vacations bathed in the typical Tuscan charm and culture.
Indoors
- Ground floor:
Entrance, large living-room with fireplace, billiards and access to an internal courtyard, small sitting-room with access on to the outside, dining-room with access on to the courtyard, large kitchen (oven, freezer, dishwasher) with fireplace, ancient bread oven and access on to the outside, toilet, laundry (2 washing-machines and dryer). Small wine cellar in the basement.
- 1st floor:
Large and bright living-room (satellite TV, computer with fax and internet connection),
Large suite with double bed, living corner, fireplace, satellite TV, access to a small room with piano, wardrobe and ensuite bathroom with Jacuzzi bathtub, double bedroom with fireplace and enuite bathroom with bathtub,
Double bedroom with enuite bathroom with Jacuzzi shower,
4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with bathtub (without window).
In the outbuilding 100 m from the main villa away : bright room with gym equipment, shower and sauna.
The outbuilding is available for rent to accommodate additional 4 people (only together with the main villa),
Near the villa, there is a small independent house occupied by the key-holder while the domestic staff live in an independent one-bedroom apartment accessible from the main entrance.
Outdoors
Surrounding the house, you will see skirts of lawn and a stone paved terrace while the outside of the house, massive pots, filled with large varieties of flowers, will be found, along the roses beds leading to the house.
An al fresco dining room is also present, equipped with a table and chairs for six. Down the stone path past the beds of roses you will find the pool, of about 15 x 7 meters, surrounded by umbrellas, sun beds and a hammock. A spreading pergola along the west side provides cover for a teak dining table for 14 and small kitchen, which is equipped with a large gas grill, a small fridge and sink, and with ample counter space for preparing lunch. Behind the pergola is situated a bocce court, and below, the stairs will lead you to a full bath with shower.
You will also find on the property a soccer field and a surfaced tennis court, and a spacious and fully equipped gym with all the equipment necessary. Additionally, there is a bathroom plus shower and sauna, and a professional massage table. If desired, a masseuse can be arranged to come to the house.
Location
The access to the property is via an unpaved but well-maintained road of approx. 900 m.
The villa is located right outside the small village of Ville di Corsano, where you will find a couple of restaurants, a bar and a post office. A spa is located 3 kilometres away.
Ville di Corsano with food shops, a bar, a restaurant and a post office 2,2 km away, Siena 19 km, San Gimignano 62 km away, Marina di Grosseto (beaches) 75 km, Florence (airport) 87 km away, Pisa (airport) 126 km, Rome 230 km away.
L'équipe de Villanovo est réactive et nous a proposé de bonnes activités.