Tavarnelle Val di Pesa Holiday Rental Colonica located Tuscany, Italy.

Sleeps	8
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	2

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Property Description

Ancient restored farmhouse with private pool situated in walking distance to the small town of Tavarnelle Val di Pesa. This property is in quiet and panoramic location and allows easy access to the most beautiful cities in Tuscany, such as Florence, Siena, San Gimignano as well as all of the charming Chianti villages.
The villa offers welcoming interiors furnished in a rustic style and a nice, well-groomed outdoor area with a private pool.
The access to the property is via an unpaved but well-maintained road.
The town of Tavarnelle Val di Pesa is approx. 500 m away.
Distances: Tavarnelle Val di Pesa with general stores 500 meters away, San Gimignano 20 km away, Florence (airport) 35 km, Siena 35 km, Pisa (airport) 95 km, Lucca approx. 100 km away.
At guests’ disposal: large furnished garden with big table for al-fresco dining, private swimming-pool (6 x 12 m – min. depth 1,2 m – max. depth 2 m – open from 01/05 to 30/09), barbecue, gazebo. Parking within the grounds.
Extra Services: Baby bed (free of charge – to be requested at reservation). Maid service available by arrangement (€ 10,- / per hour – payable locally). Baby sitting service upon request (€ 10,- / per hour – to be paid on site).

Interior Description

130 m2
Ground floor: living-room (satellite TV, DVD reader) with dining area, kitchen (oven, dishwasher, freezer).
1st floor: double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with shower (without bidet), twin-bedded room, double bedroom, twin-bedded room, bathroom with shower (without bidet).

All of the rooms are provided with fans and mosquito nets.

Location Tavarnelle Val di Pesa, Tuscany, Italy

Points of Interest

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Places near the property(Distances as the crow flies)

Airports: Firenze Peretola (Flr), 46.2 Km

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Traditionally, many choosing to holiday in the area had to fly into Bologna but Pisa and Florence are actually the two major international airports within the region itself and might be more convenient arrival points depending on where you will be staying. Thankfully, however, there are increasingly more and more direct routes opening to these two regional airports so if you want to plan a trip, you’ll have more options available to you. Book your villa in Tuscany and you’ll be able to easily organise your arrival thanks to these new direct flights...

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Not only is it a prime example of medieval architecture that retains its original walled fortifications, but it also is home to many important works of art, exquisite chapels, and other sights to visit.

You can learn more about the history of the famous Barberini family, who have their origins here in this exciting municipality. The town is named after the valley of the Elsa, which surrounds it in lush splendor.

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Wine production at Castello della Paneretta is recorded as far back as 1596 when the first harvest is described in farm documents that can be found in the Riccardiana Library. This makes Castello della Paneretta one of the oldest companies in the Chianti Classico area and, certainly, one of the most long-standing producers of wine in Tuscany. The castle itself was built on the site of an ancient watch tower, the Cepparello fortress, which was located a little lower down the slope and was abandoned and destroyed after the Battle of Montaperti in 1260. Built in the 14th century, the Castello della Paneretta is a striking medieval stronghold that is characterised by massive walls, a Guelph battlement, and corner towers, all framing a keep at the centre.

Guest Reviews for Colonica

Sandrine C.
Paris (France)

Very Good 4^/5 Villa Review Rating Details

Jolie villa toscane avec surtout, une très grande et belle piscine et une vue magnifique sur la campagne toscane avec de merveilleux couchers de soleil.
En revanche, l'intérieur de la maison est sombre, et le salon et la salle à manger manquent de confort. La cuisine est trop petite pour y cuisiner et y préparer à manger. Les salles de bain sont aussi petites. Les chambres sont grandes et spacieuses, mais les portes ne ferment pas complètement ce qui ne permet pas aux occupants d'avoir de l'intimité.
Il manque incontestablement une machine à laver le linge, indispensable pour une maison faite pour accueillir 8 personnes.
Le village, avec tous les commerces nécessaires, le marché et un supermarché, est accessible à pied, ce qui est très pratique et appréciable.

Would you recommend this property to a friend? Yes

Submitted: 07 Sep 2015

Rental Week: 01 Aug 2015

Michaela T.
Liptovsky Mikulas (Slovakia)

Excellent 5^/5 Villa Review Rating Details

We had such a great time at this place. Thank you very much!

Would you recommend this property to a friend? Yes

Submitted: 04 Sep 2015

Rental Week: 27 Jun 2015

Julie C.
Thame (United Kingdom)

Excellent 5^/5 Villa Review Rating Details

Great villa with views to die for, great swimming pool kept clean every day by owners.
Central for all of the main towns and attractions.

Would you recommend this property to a friend? Yes

Submitted: 23 Jul 2014

Rental Week: 14 Jun 2014

Bergé G.
Jussy (France)

Very Good 4^/5 Villa Review Rating Details

Coquette propriété idéalement située. Une vue splendide de la piscine. Les propriétaires sont aussi gentils que discrets.

[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] Pretty property that is ideally situated. A splendid view from the pool. The owners are as nice as they are discreet.

Would you recommend this property to a friend? Yes

Submitted: 28 Aug 2013

Rental Week: 17 Aug 2013

Ermis M.
Ancaster (Canada)

Excellent 5^/5 Villa Review Rating Details

This is likely as close to a dream vacation as you could ask. Often times when you stay somewhere you've only read about or viewed pictures of, you are often disappointed; not so at Colonica. The property sits on the limits of a tiny town which offers shopping, grocery store and restaurants which satisfy any craving but best of all, it has the feel of living in that Tuscan countryside we all dream about. Who hasn't dreamed of sipping a cool refreshment by a pool and watching an uninterrupted and breathtaking sunset. THAT is Colonica in a nutshell. Would I go back; absolutely.

Would you recommend this property to a friend? Yes

Submitted: 09 Nov 2012

Rental Week: 25 Aug 2012