Villa Elsa
Tuscany - Chianti - Barberino Val d Elsa |
|
Located in the hills just outside Barbarino val D'Elsa, Villa Elsa offers a high standard of holiday rental accommodation with finely decorated interiors and eight bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. The villa restored over four years has maintained its noble features whilst sensitively integrating modern conveniences such as LCD satellite TV in each bedroom, full air-conditioning and central heating. The swimming pool with extra large jacuzzi set in a sumptuous lawn takes advantage of the best views of the surrounding vineyards and hills. A few metres from the main villa, the old 'fiennile' (barn) has been fully restored and provides wonderful self contained accommodation for up to 10 additional guests. Please enquire for a description, photos and prices of the Fienile which is only let with the main villa.
Features- Luxury five star accommodation
- Private country location
- Each of the 8 bedrooms has its own bathroom
Description In wonderful Tuscan style, the ground floor of Villa Elsa is open plan, with wide arches separating the various living spaces. The entrance from a large panoramic terrace with wood fired pizza oven is into a sumptuously decorated reception area, furnished with a desk, waiting chairs and antique sideboards. To the front of the house through an archway is a light filled sitting room with white furniture and a raised open fireplace. Turning left from the reception room, through a further arch, guests enter an open lounge room with large LCD satellite TV, surround sound, DVD and wonderfully comfortable 'poltrona' armchairs. A further arch leads through to the formal dining room (14 places extendible to 26) with decorative windows overlooking the Tuscan fields and a raised Tucan fireplace. In order to cook up a storm, the villa is fitted with a domestic kitchen that would leave most professional chefs feeling well at home - 2 ovens, 8 burner hob, wood fired pizza oven, large pantry, large refrigerator, dishwasher and large preparation table. The modern conveniences blend in perfectly with the antique marble sink, rustic vaulted ceilings and traditional open braccia (charcoal grill). The kitchen also opens onto the large terrace with covered pergola and table to seat 20. A renowned chef is available on request and DIY pizza parties have been popular with past guests (the chef prepares the wood oven, ingredients and provides advice to willing participants. Sleeping accommodation is on the first and second floors where each of the bedrooms has an ensuite bathroom and a central sitting room on each level. All rooms are spacious and decorated in the finest fabrics and antique furniture. Please read the technical description and view the more photos for detail. Photos and description of the fienile are not shown and will be provided on request. Outside the villa, the grounds are maintained at a very high standard. There is an underground carpark and laundry, which is also set up for games including table tennis and darts. The swimming pool has a jacuzzi section with room for 15 people and is set in a lawned area of 2000 sq mt with several large oak trees providing shade for those beautiful Tuscan afternoons and there is a sauna in the change rooms beneath.
Position The villa is situated 5 km from Barbarino Val d'Elsa down secondary roads and the final 200m on an unmade road. Entrance to the property is through electric gates. Distances - Barbarino Val D'Elsa 5 km (shops, restaurants, post office, bank)
- San Gimignano - 17 km
- Siena - 38 km
- Florence - 33 km
- Rome - 272 km
Airports: Florence - 32 km, Pisa - 84 km, Rome - 276 km
This locality
Situated just off the state road connecting Florence and Siena, Barberino is a historic village surrounded by picturesque countryside, convenient for visiting nearby San Gimignano, Certaldo, and the other towns in Val d'Elsa.> more
Seasons and prices
| Prices per week |
Euro* |
£ stg* |
$US* |
|
05 Jan 08 - 15 Mar 08 |
€7,500.00 |
£5,949.00 |
$11,862.00 |
|
15 Mar 08 - 29 Mar 08 |
€9,000.00 |
£7,138.00 |
$14,234.00 |
|
29 Mar 08 - 10 May 08 |
€7,500.00 |
£5,949.00 |
$11,862.00 |
|
10 May 08 - 28 Jun 08 |
€9,000.00 |
£7,138.00 |
$14,234.00 |
|
28 Jun 08 - 30 Aug 08 |
€11,200.00 |
£8,883.00 |
$17,714.00 |
|
30 Aug 08 - 27 Sep 08 |
€9,000.00 |
£7,138.00 |
$14,234.00 |
|
27 Sep 08 - 20 Dec 08 |
€7,500.00 |
£5,949.00 |
$11,862.00 |
|
20 Dec 08 - 27 Dec 08 |
€9,000.00 |
£7,138.00 |
$14,234.00 |
|
27 Dec 08 - 03 Jan 09 |
€11,200.00 |
£8,883.00 |
$17,714.00 |
|
* Prices in other currencies are quoted at current daily exchange rates. An exact quotation will be provided on receipt of a query or request.
Special Notes for rental Villa Elsa Please refer to our Terms and Conditions in respect to additional charges and extras applicable to rental villas and apartment accommodation. Additional prices for the Fienile (sleeping 10) are € 2200 / €3000 / €4000 according to the season. Refundable security deposit A refundable security deposit of €1,000.00 is payable on arrival at the villa (can be in equivalent $US or £GBP). The deposit will be refunded on final inspection excepting in the event of damage or for the deduction of extras. Additional services and charges - payable locally on arrival (in Euros): - Mid week and final cleaning is included in the villa rental price and includes weekly change of linen and three hours per day cleaning on weekdays. Additional maid service is available at €15.00 per hour, payable locally, but please request the service prior to arriving;
- One set of bed and bath linen per week is included in the rental cost. Additional changes can be requested and will be charged at €12.00 per change per person;
- There are various options available for a cooking service at the villa, ranging from home style cooking to full alla carte catering by a chef. Please discuss with us any requirements you may have.
- Late arrival fees - we will endeavour to accommodate, but cannot guarantee to satisfy requests for late arrival. The cost of pre-arranged late arrival (if available) will be advised at the time of booking. Unforeseen delays resulting in out of hours arrivals (if available) will incur a charge of € 50.00 payable to the local manager;
- All utility costs are included in villa rental except the cost of gas for central heating and the use of the telephone which is metered.
Other information - The season for pool opening is from the beginning of June to the end of September;
- Baby sitting services can usually be organised locally by the area manager;
- Boats and bikes hire, food hampers, cooking and many other services mentioned on our booking form can be pre-arranged and prices will be provided on application.
Our holiday villas and apartment accommodation to rent in Italy are serviced by trained English speaking area managers who are there to ensure that your vacation is pleasurable from the very moment of your arrival.
Nearby localities
Siena is one of the most beautiful towns of Tuscany and perhaps Italy. Surrounded by olive groves and the vineyards of Chianti the town is set on three hills and is mostly pedenstrian only. At the centre of the town is the large Piazza del Campo, noted for the Palio horse race held each July and August and full of activity year round. An important university town, Siena has wonderful outdoor cafes, piazzas, churches and museums.> more
> more
|
