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Self Catering Tuscany Villa |
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Villa Prima Casa |
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This self catering Tuscany villa is notable because it was the first one Suzanne Pidduck, the founder of Rentvillas, rented back in 1984. Today the Tuscany villa rental remains a favorite primarily because of its location: high on a hill with wonderful views, and yet at the same time only a short drive from the Florence-Siena superstrada. Spend your days exploring Tuscany's wonders, and come back to this holiday villa in Tuscany in the evening to swap stories with your companions.
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This villa enjoys an absolutely fantastic location in the Tuscan countryside, high on a hill that feels removed from the world, but only a short drive through Staggia to the Superstrada that runs through Tuscany, connecting Siena and Florence. This villa rental is nearer to Siena, a wonderfully preserved example of the Tuscan middle ages. Filled with Gothic palaces, churches, and museums, it is also famed for its bi-annual bareback horse race, held on July 2, August 16. West of the Superstrada, a nice drive into the countryside, you will find San Gimignano. This medieval town is known for its towers and rich history dating back to Etruscan times. It has seen many ups and downs throughout history, but today San Gimignano remains well preserved-- almost just as it was in its Medieval prime! It is a wonderful place to wander and explore, and major sights include the 12th century Duomo, the People's Palace, and museums dedicated to artwork and archeology. There are also countless other churches, buildings, and fortresses to explore-- and of course the towers! Beyond that, you have beautiful Volterra and the ever-alluring Florence... really, how can you resist?!
Florence: 55 km
Volterra: 37 km
San Gimignano: 22 km
Siena: 19 km
Staggia: 2 km
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Ancient 18th century villa (350 m2) in a dominant position on one of the Chianti hills among vineyards and olive groves. Extensive views over the surrounding countryside. The villa is characterised by its large internal areas typical of noble villas of the past. Opposite the house is a large equipped outdoor area that continues along the side and is shaded by age old oak trees. In the back is a large lawn with swimming pool (10x5) in a sun-drenched and secluded position. The last stretch of the access road is a dirt track. Parking.
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Gr. fl.: large entrance, dining room, living room, kitchen (oven freewer, dishwasher, washing machine), WC. 1st. fl.: large hall room with access to the night area, 3 double bedrooms (1 of which with bathroom with bath, 1 with bathroom with shower, 1 with small room annexe with bidet and washbasin), 2 twin bedded rooms (1 of which with bathroom with shower and 1 with bathroom with bath). Simple furniture with some period pieces. A wing of the top fl., with has an independent entrance, is inhabited by the caretakers. Central heating. Baby-bed available.
LOCATION: 2 km the little village of Staggia (food shops, horse riding). 19 km Siena (all kinds of shops), 22 km San Gimignano, 55 km Florence.
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Available Amenities: Dishwasher, oven, washing machine.
Extra Services: The following are listed as an aid for trip planning; the services and prices are approximate and cannot be guaranteed by Rentvillas. All extra services are payable locally in cash.
Central heating and electricity: according to consumption
Baby bed: on request
Nearby Attractions: Staggia (groceries, basic supplies), Siena (gothic palaces, churches, museum, horse race), San Gimignano (Domo, People's Palace, museums), Volterra, Florence.
Please Note: This villa has no phone.
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Sep-01-2007 - Sep-29-2007
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$3,663
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2 wk
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Sep-29-2007 - Oct-27-2007
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$2,804
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2 wk
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Oct-27-2007 - Dec-22-2007
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$3,318
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2 wk
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Dec-22-2007 - Jan-05-2008
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$3,663
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2 wk
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Jan-05-2008 - Jan-12-2008
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$3,318
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2 wk
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Jan-12-2008 - Mar-15-2008
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$4,256
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1 wk
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Mar-15-2008 - Mar-29-2008
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$3,606
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1 wk
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Mar-29-2008 - May-03-2008
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$4,256
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1 wk
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May-03-2008 - May-31-2008
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$3,785
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1 wk
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May-31-2008 - Jun-28-2008
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$4,718
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1 wk
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Jun-28-2008 - Jul-05-2008
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$5,283
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1 wk
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Jul-05-2008 - Aug-16-2008
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$5,461
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1 wk
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Aug-16-2008 - Aug-23-2008
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$5,283
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1 wk
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Aug-23-2008 - Sep-27-2008
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$4,718
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1 wk
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Sep-27-2008 - Nov-01-2008
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$3,606
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1 wk
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Nov-01-2008 - Dec-20-2008
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$4,256
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1 wk
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Dec-20-2008 - Jan-03-2009
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$4,718
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1 wk
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Jan-03-2009 - Jan-10-2009
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$4,256
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1 wk
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Based on 8 Reviews |
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Overall
Peace and Quiet
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Outside Area
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Kitchen
Bedrooms
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Overall:
I will come back. It so easily became HOME for me, that I felt when I left that the next guests were intruders! Again, it was so much more than I imaged in every way.
Enjoyed Most:
EVERYTHING! The villa was more enchanting and scenic than I could have imagined. The rooms were spacious and comfortable. Each bedroom comfortably served our guests. The kitchen, though small and simple, was often filled with happy people and delectable smells. We had many meals on the spacious veranda. The pool area was also larger and so enjoyable. People used it in the AM and in the PM. The friendly caretakers provided an added delightful authentic experience. She watered all the plants daily, and he helped with the pool cleaning. The Italian people in the towns. Though it took several times to receive their hearty smiles and greetings, it was priceless when it happened.
The LOCATION was excellent. 1 hour from Florence, 20 minutes from Siena, and in great proximity to so many gorgeous locations.
Unpleasant Surprises:
Nothing. Only two guests complained about the bedding and mattresses. Out of 22 guests.
Though no one complained and we all came to live and love them, the roosters and chickens were noisy, sometimes night and day!
Surrounding Area:
The countryside, which was magnificently viewed from all windows as we are on top of a hill. I came to love the Tuscan countryside more and more. No pictures can do it justice. I shall attempt to show you our pictures! The food was always outstanding. I choose the more simple dishes, but all were made with such fresh ingredients. We all laughed about how we could never eat in an American Italian restaurant again.
Nearby Events or Locales:
I walked to Staggia each morning. It took less than an hour when I took the direct route, though I took longer as I stopped each morning in town at my favorite bar for my coke and sweet roll. By the time I left, the owner had offered me a job. I also walked the long way to town, entering Staggia from the back. That walk took 1 hour and 15 minutes, but the countryside was more peaceful and lovely. We could not enter the fort, built in the 1200's, but it was wonderful to see and walk around.
Tips or Restaurants:
The town had two great restaurants. We traveled everyday to some incredible town, where we never had a bad meal. We used a guide book at times, but most often we just stopped at any bar or restaurant when we were hungry. We hired a personal chef for one evening, and he recommended a town by the sea. It was almost 2 hours southwest, but worth the trip. It was a change from all the ancient walled cities.
Check In Out:
The villa was cleaned spotlessly.
June, 2007
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Overall:
We loved staying at the villa. The pool was lovely, and the housekeeper extremely friendly.
Enjoyed Most:
It is a magnificent house, very beautiful and spacious enough to allow for privacy even with a large number of people.
Unpleasant Surprises:
The kitchen is small and poorly equipped. For example, there were only six wine glasses for a house that sleeps ten people. There was no radio, no telephone, no CD player or method of listening to music.
Surrounding Area:
The surrounding area is spectacularly beautiful, and the location of the house allows for easy day trips to nearby towns and villages. We went to Florence, Siena, Volterra, San Gimignano, and the Chianti villages, among other places.
Nearby Events or Locales:
Staggia and Castellina Scala are the nearest towns and are about equidistant---not really within walking distance, but an extremely short drive, for groceries or coffee.
Tips or Restaurants:
The closet good restaurants, and also the best gelato that we found were in Castellina in Chianti. As there is no house phone, an international cell phone is a good idea. A small radio or CD player would be nice too.
June, 2005
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Overall:
The villa is heaven. It was a lovely and gracious home that exceeded our expectations. I was amused at how much of a home it became for the eight of us even though it is so grand and none of us ordinarily inhabits a villa! It was large enough so that we all had a sense of our own space. Since we were there in October, we did not use the pool, but it is a lovely part of the grounds.
Enjoyed Most:
I liked the view from my bedroom the most. I felt like I was in a Merchant Ivory film. Also, the bed linens were very nice.
Events or Locales:
All of us really liked Volterra. The villa is close to Siena, and I highly recommend several trips there and San Gimignano as well.
Tips or Restaurants:
One of the top 10 restaurants in Italy is in nearby Colle, and is called Arnolfo (or close to it). That was a wonderful place, and an absolute treat. I was not too crazy about the restaurants. We enjoyed cooking at home. Bring an Italian cookbook and shop at the nearby Coop for ingredients.
October, 2003
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