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# Property Summary
Casa Mattei is a dramatically located villa in San Casciano In Val Di Pesa, situated in the heart of Tuscany's Chianti region with expansive views over olive groves, vineyards, woods and country estates. This authentic property welcomes 10 guests plus 4 additional guests and offers a stunning swimming pool with Jacuzzi feature. The spacious and private country house stands just 2 kilometers from Mercatale Val di Pesa and 18 kilometers from Florence, Italy. You will find the location ideal with its private and tranquil hillside position, perfectly positioned for exploring the region. The well-appointed villa has been authentically restored and is surrounded by olive groves, making it perfect for 5 to 6 couples or extended families. Internet Wifi connectivity ensures you stay connected throughout your stay, while convenient parking facilities are provided on the property. The building dates back approximately one thousand years to the Medieval period and was totally restored in 2006, having originally served as a small monastery before evolving into a country house some centuries later. As a member of the Experience Villas Collection, Casa Mattei offers its guests a fun and very Italian experience through a Pizza Cooking Class with a professional Pizzaiolo.
Outdoors
The fenced property extends across 2 hectares and includes the main house of 530 square meters, a swimming pool measuring 15 by 7.50 meters, and a dependence of 40 square meters. The fresh water pool with integrated Jacuzzi is open from May through September and you should note that the Jacuzzi is not a hot tub. The pool area is furnished with sunbeds, tables and chairs with umbrellas for your comfort. Adjacent to the pool you will discover a changing room with a bathroom featuring a shower and a well equipped fitness room. The lawn is beautifully bordered with rose bushes and olive trees, creating a picturesque setting. A stone patio houses a barbecue and provides shaded space for al fresco dining at a long table accommodating 12 people with comfortable chairs. Steps from the patio lead you down to the pool area, allowing easy access between the outdoor living spaces.
Other Information
Access to Casa Mattei is via a typically rough dirt road extending 1200 meters through vineyards and olive groves.
Distances and Attractions
You will appreciate the exceptional location of Casa Mattei, positioned just 15 minutes south from Florence with easy access to the charming Chianti hill towns. The property sits 50 minutes from Siena and 1 hour from Lucca, allowing you to explore some of Tuscany's most celebrated destinations. The nearest village of Mercatale Val di Pesa is only 2 kilometers away, while the cultural treasures of Florence are accessible at 18 kilometers from your accommodation. Mattei Villa
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Property Summary
You will discover an exceptional holiday villa nestled in the heart of Sovicille, Italy, a magnificent 17th-century stone farmhouse completely immersed in the greenery of the beautiful Sienese mountain woods. This luxury property has been recently restored with extraordinary care and attention to detail, preserving many original features characteristic of Tuscan architecture both externally and internally. The surrounding area presents a protected rural landscape dominated by holm oaks, under which truffles and porcini mushrooms grow naturally, alongside olive groves and wildflowers. A scenic dirt road flanked by cypresses and oaks leads you to the villa, which comprises an independent main building and an outbuilding. The decor throughout is elegant yet eclectic, featuring exposed beamed ceilings, lime-washed walls in soft colors, and traditional terracotta floors, complemented by modern Italian touches in the fireplaces, bathrooms, and outdoor areas. The property offers parking facilities and presents the perfect retreat for those seeking authentic Tuscan luxury combined with contemporary comfort.
Outdoors
The outdoor spaces of this remarkable property are designed to maximize your enjoyment of the breathtaking Tuscan landscape. The centerpiece is a stunning infinity pool measuring 4.5 by 13 meters, set on a travertine terrace that blends seamlessly with the surrounding natural rock environment and offers spectacular views of the Montagnola Senese. A fountain of fresh water flows continuously into the pool, providing wonderfully clear water and a refreshing natural back massage. Steps from the living room lead down to the lower garden and park, where you will find beautifully landscaped grounds with pergolas and multiple terraces perfect for relaxing and dining alfresco. A covered terrace overlooks the courtyard, accessible from the upper landing, while another small furnished terrace off the dining room provides views of the woods and barn. The ground floor living room opens through French doors onto a Zen-style terrace overlooking the pool, ideal for enjoying evening cocktails and the last rays of sunlight. The barn features a paved terrace accessed through two large doors, perfect for outdoor dining. Additional outdoor amenities include a barbecue area, an external wood-burning bread and pizza oven, and a green space with pergola, all enhanced by security and ambient lighting throughout the grounds.
Unit Layout
The accommodation welcomes up to 10 guests across 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, thoughtfully distributed between the main villa and the converted barn outbuilding. The main building is accessible via two separate entrances, with one leading to a lobby, wardrobe, and laundry room. To the right of this entrance, you will find a ground floor double bedroom with private bathroom with shower, specifically designed for wheelchair access. The second entrance opens directly into the expansive kitchen. Also on the ground floor, behind the dining room, is another double bedroom with an adjacent bathroom with shower. From the entrance, two ramps of ancient travertine stairs ascend to a landing that opens onto a covered terrace. On this upper level, to the right, you will find a double bedroom with private bathroom with shower, while to the left a large living room with fireplace connects to two additional double or twin bedrooms, each featuring ensuite bathrooms with both shower and bathtub. The adjoining barn has been transformed into a contemporary open-plan space accommodating 4 additional guests. On the upper level of the barn, you will discover two bedrooms, one double and one twin, each appointed with bath and shower. An open staircase descends from this loft level to the ground floor living area, which features a fireplace, dining room, and open-space kitchen.
Amenities Included
Your stay is enriched with comprehensive amenities designed for comfort and convenience throughout the property. The kitchen is fully equipped with all modern conveniences including a large oven, refrigerator with freezer, dishwasher, and microwave, with Tuscan walnut travertine work surfaces and a polished chestnut central island. Entertainment options include satellite television, a DVD player, and a stereo system for your enjoyment. The main villa features spectacular fireplaces built into natural rock, while the barn living area also includes a fireplace for atmospheric warmth. An external wood-burning bread and pizza oven alongside a barbecue facility provides exceptional outdoor cooking experiences. Laundry facilities are conveniently provided with a washing machine and dryer in the main building and an additional washing machine in the outbuilding. Modern conveniences extend to Wi-Fi connectivity, alarm system, and mosquito nets on all bedroom and bathroom windows. The property is fully wheelchair accessible with specially adapted facilities. Your private garden offers extensive grounds for relaxation and recreation, while the infinity pool features an integrated shower. Additional thoughtful touches include outdoor lighting for security and ambiance, telephone service, a welcoming case of six bottles of local wine, and a bottle of extra virgin olive oil upon arrival.
Other Information
Air conditioning is installed in all bedrooms in both the main house and barn, as well as in the upstairs lounge of the main villa, ensuring comfort throughout your stay. Maid service is provided each day for general cleaning and remaking of beds, with a full change of sheets and towels once a week, typically mid-week on Wednesday. Breakfast is included each morning as part of your stay. Gardener and grounds maintenance services ensure the property remains immaculately presented throughout your visit. An English-speaking concierge service is available on request to assist with information and arrangements. The property provides towels specifically for swimming pool use. A baby cot is available on request for families traveling with infants. The minimum stay requirement is 7 nights during high season and 5 nights during mid and low season. A tourist tax may be required upon arrival according to the regulations of the host municipality. Screens are fitted on all bedroom and bathroom windows for your comfort and protection from insects.
Distances and Attractions
The villa occupies a privileged position in the Montagnola Senese, surrounded by protected rural landscapes and beautiful woods characteristic of the Sienese mountain region. The property is situated within the municipality of Sovicille, offering easy access to the cultural and historical treasures of Tuscany while maintaining the tranquility and privacy of a secluded countryside location. The surrounding area is renowned for its truffle and porcini mushroom foraging opportunities, with holm oak forests providing the perfect natural habitat. The olive groves and wildflower meadows that characterize the landscape offer wonderful opportunities for walking and exploring the authentic Tuscan countryside.
Costs & Services
Included services
- Breakfast each morning
- Maid service each day for general cleaning and remaking of beds
- Full change of sheets and towels once a week
- Gardener and grounds maintenance
- Case of six bottles of local wine
- Bottle of extra virgin olive oil
- Towels for swimming pool
- Cleaning service
- Wi-Fi
On request
- Daily cleaning: €25.00 per hour
- Catering services
- Babysitting services
- Guide services
- Driver services
- Bike rental: €20.00 per day or €125.00 per week
- Chef for lunches and dinners
- Buffet breakfast arrangements
- Theme nights such as barbecue and pizza evenings
- Typical Tuscan dinner
- Additional housekeeping
- Cook and catering
- English speaking concierge service
- Baby cot
- Telephone service Villa Pipirelli