Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
An ideal home and base to explore the wonderful region of Tuscany. The rolling hills, vinyards and famous Olive oil production is all within 10 minutes drive of your home. The property is based in the picturesque village of Bounconvento with its jasmine scented walkways, cafe bars, little boutiques and trattorias offering a glimpse of time gone by. The theme of the this holiday is good living. History, culture, cuisine, wine, walking and relaxation. Visit the local fruit and veg shop and purchase fresh local cuisine to conjure up a delicious feast to dine on your terrace. Relax by the pool or explore the near by vinyards and olive groves in Moltacino, just 10 minutes drive from your home where the famous Brunello di Moltacino grape is waiting to be sampled. Please ask for more details as we can recommend up and coming wineries for you to discover! We first visited the area 7 years ago, marrying in near by Siena in the magnificent campo (piazza) and have returned every year since. The local welcome has to be seen to be believed! Florence, Siena, San Gimiagano, Moltacino etc are all within easy reach from 1 hour to 10 mintues from your holiday home. But be warned, once Tuscany has ensnared you, it has you for life.
The house is split into 2-hire the top of bottom floor!
The living room complete with fireplace
The dining room table seats 6
The living area taken from the dining room
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The Tuscany region
What could possibly be written about Tuscany that hasn't already been? Miles of beautiful rolling hills, enough culture you can shake your cane at! Florence with its bounty of art from the Uffizi Gallery to Micheal Angelo's David or the famous bi-annual Siena Palio horse race. World renowned cuisine from ribolita to wild boar ragu! Acres upon acres of Olive groves and wineries from Brunello di Moltacino and Chianti Classico to Super tuscans like Siepi and Pergole torte there is something here for even the most refined wine buff! Lazy summer lunches, hill top towns to explore and lose yourself in, cafe culture galore, gelatarias, boutiques, musuems, churches and much more. You get the drift, like culture, scenery, food and wine-love tuscany!
Bounconvento area
Bounconvento is a sleepy village which has almost stood still in time. Jasmine scented cobbled walk ways, fruit and veg shops selling delicious regional produce, pretty mini piazza, relaxing restaurants, an impressive church, weekly market. A village where nothing much happens and therein is its charm and attraction. Watch the locals, welcoming beyond belief, lift your spirits as they meander through life with an espresso here, a little "saunter" through the village and a 3 hour discussion on there favourite topic namely "dinner!" You can't help but fall in love with the little village community where the local constabulary are on first names terms with the locals, the local leather hand bag designer will leave the women all misty eyed over her designs at the local boutique. Or the local bakery who lovingly create delicious cakes and pastries before delicately wrapping them in a bow for you to show off to the family at the end of a delicious tuscan supper! Welcome to Bounconvento. A village that gives you a glimpse of how life could be somelike years ago but somehow still manages to find its way into the 21st century with cars, mobile phone and even internet access in the village (all be on a tuesday and thurday night!)
How to get there
Easy to find
Fly to Florence (1.5 hours) or Pisa ( 2 hours)
Ryan Air, EasyJet, Alitalia, BA,
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Florence: 100 km
Railway:
Bounconvento
Ferry:
Grossetto: 170 km
Activities near Bounconvento
Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire
General:
Central heating, TV
Standard:
Iron
Utilities:
Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
Rooms:
Bedrooms (3), Bathrooms (1), WCs (1)
Furniture:
Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Shared garden
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: A beautifully appointed ground floor apartment making an ideal base to explore Tuscany and all its treasures. 3 bedrooms, 2 doubles and 1 twin room make it an excellent base for families or couples (please see our family package rates!) The bathroom features a bath, wc and bidet and is kept spotlessly clean. The living room features dining for 6, 2 sofas seating 6 guests and a feature fireplace for cold winter nights! Tv with italian satellite which includes music channels. The tradtional kitchen contains an oven, 4 ring hob, fridge, freezer and basic cooking utensils. The terrace includes dining for 6 to enable you to eat alfresco during the long summer bestowed upon the area.
Further details outdoors: Dine alfresco on the terrace. Swimming pool shared between 2 apartments only. Remote control gated security.
Main road from Rome to Siena runs outside property for easy access to all tourist destinations. Railway line runs behind property with Siena and Florence accessible from the railway station 5 minutes walk from the accommodation.
Further details
Aprrox 20% deposit payable to confirm stay, balance payable on arrival.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations accepted up to 12 weeks prior to stay thereafter no refunds apply
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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395£ 395
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Family of 4 ..2 adults, 2 children..£395 inclusive of cleaning, towels, heating
3-6 adults inclusive price of £595
Cancellation Policy. Cancellations accepted up to 12 weeks before holiday, thereafter no refunds apply.
Availability notes
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Contact owner
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Contact details for home 38490
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Name:
Julie Anne-Hough
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+39 338 9245242
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Advertiser joined: 28 Nov 2006 This property added: 28 Sep 2007
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