Chianti holiday apartment rental, Tavarnelle Val di Pesa with walking, balcony/terrace, rural retreat

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Pecorella 2 (apartment)

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If you are passionate about art and like being in close contact with nature; if you are looking for tranquillity and relaxation; if you want to experience the real Tuscan country life and live a special warm atmosphere, the kind that you don’t find everywhere; if you are a supporter of responsible travel and ecotourism, then Agritourism of Federica is perfect for you. The owner is interested in caring for and respecting her environment. She and her young daughter invite you to stay at her property where she can share with you her methods for preserving the treasures of our Earth.

Perched on a hilltop in the scenic Chianti Classico region, between San Donato in Poggio (3km) and Castellina in Chianti (4km), the Agritourism of Federica is wrapped in natural terraces, olive groves and woods, with panoramic views of the surrounding hills.
It is an ideal base for expeditions into the countryside, with good walking, mountain biking and horse riding country near-by, or for exploring Tuscany's artistic and architectural heritage. Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, Volterra and the tiny hilltop villages of Chianti are all within easy reach.

Agritourism of Federica is a 300 years old stone farmhouse and has been restored to a high standard to retain its Tuscan authenticity. It is divided into the main apartment (owner’s home) and 2 converted charming apartments. According to countryside tradition, it does not have a swimming pool. The property was part of a summer residence belonged to Monna Lisa, the Florentine noble woman who inspired Leonardo’s masterpiece, La Gioconda

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The Tuscany region

Tiny hilltop towns, sun-drenched hillsides, a rolling countryside and enchanting little hamlets hidden along ancient streets and pathways, Tuscany is an adventure into the past of castles, fortresses, walled towns, ancient olive groves and vineyards and traditions that are honoured from generation to generation.

Fashion, cars, design, good food and wine, amazing art, mild weather and beautiful landscapes. When one travels the world it is easy to see the influence Italian lifestyle has on modern cities. Breakfast with a cappuccino or (to the horror of many Italians-cappuccino after dinner!), scooters, pasta or a tomato and mozzarella panino for lunch; wood-fired pizzas and even olive oil tasting events. All of these are attempts to recreate a part of Italian life in a different context - a more than ample indication of how appealing this lifestyle is to a diverse range of people.

Chianti / Tavarnelle Val di Pesa area

The San Donato in Poggio Middle aged Village
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San Donato in Poggio dates back to the Romans... a military "castrum" defending the military via Cassia which, on the way from Siena, passes over the hills and crosses the Pesa valley.
In the 4th century the garrison, which was composed of Christian soldiers from Arezzo, gave the fortress the name "San Donato" in memory of their bishop.
Round about 1000 A.D. the Romanic church, with three naves and three apses, was built outside the castle walls. It is referred to in three documents in the state archives; One dated 985 A.A., One 986 A.D. and One 988 A.D. Inside the church there are numerous art treasures such as the decorated front by Giovanni della Robbia in glazed terracotta describing the lire of John the Baptist, a crucifix of the school of Giotto attributed to Taddeo Gaddi, two altar pieces by Giovanni del Biondo, another by Bicci di Lorenzo, two paintings from the school of Giotto and a 15th century Florentine chalice.
Only part of the citadel remains today, parts of the walls, the two gates, Porta Fiorentina and Porta Senese, and some towers, such as the bell tower, known as the "Campanone" or Big Bell, and "Il Torrino" or Little Tower, which dominate the valley.
It has however, maintained its originaI structure intact with the typical streets winding round the houses.
Inside the citadel there is the suggestive Piazza Malaspina flanked by the Palazzo of the same name, and in the centre of the piazza an octagonal well beneath which lies a cistern embracing the whole area of the piazza: in the past this cistem constituted the town's one and only water reserve. Opposite Palazzo Malaspina is Palazzo Pretorio which houses the only work of art bearing witness to past glory, a 14th century fresco representing the Madonna and Child among the Saints.
San Donato is cited in the history books for having been twice chosen as seat of peace treaties (1176 and 1265).lt was at San Donato that the Florentines perfected their military strategy and completed their final preparations for war before
leaving for the Battle of Montaperti (1260).

How to get there

Chianti is easily accessed by road, rail and air.
- The nearest major airports are at:
Pisa www.pisa-airport.it Tel: +39 050 849300(cheap flights available to Pisa with Ryan air or Easyjet)
Florence - www.aeroporto.firenze.it Tel: +39 055 315874
and and are within easy driving distance on good motorways.
- Nearest airport is Florence - Approximately 30 minutes Journey time.
- Hire a car at the airport (www.hertz.com)
- Take A1 (autostrada) FIRENZE direction and exit at FIRENZE CERTOSA. After the payroll turn on the right to
SIENA direction and exit at San Donato. Follow the direction for Castellina in Chianti. After approx. 6 km you are arrived.

Activities near Chianti

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The apartment La Pecorella2 is part of Agriturismo of Federica and has been lovingly restored by the owner, taking great care to preserve many of its original characteristics. Tastefully furnished in Tuscan style the apartment is spacious and airy and there is lots of space for relaxing both inside in the comfortable reading room with ample selection of Italian, English and French literature books, and outdoors on the panoramic sunny roof terrace. Very romantic with climbing wine pergola the terrace is also perfect for al fresco dining (barbeque available) and enjoying a spectacular view.
La Pecorella1 (ground floor) covers 110 sqm consisting of well furnished kitchen/dining room, living room, reading room, 1 bathroom with shower, 2 large double bedrooms, one with en suite bathroom with bathtub.
It boasts beautiful parquet floor and original vaulted brick ceilings. Free access to the internal courtyard and to the garden.
On request is available a baby cot.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	20 Jan 08	7 Jan 09	720£  558	0-	0-	1 Week

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.

Inclusive in the price: standard utilities as well as heating all linen and final cleaning.

Down Payment: 30% at the booking confirmation.

Balance: 8 weeks before your arrival.

Pets are welcome at the cost of Euro 40,00/week.

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Name:	Francesco Sarri
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