No pets allowed Suitable for children Smokers welcome Self-catering
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Monna is an ancient Tuscan farmhouse sitting in a completely unspoilt valley on the river Cecina. The property is on an active farming estate producing mainly corn. The highlights of Monna are undoubtedly the most charming 15x8 mt swimming pool, great breeze throughout the summer and very welcoming live-in hosts which make it a perfect base for a truly relaxing holiday in the land where the lemon tree blooms, the food is gorgeous and the wine is excellent.
At the same time, being Monna less than an hour away from Siena, Pisa and the wonderful Thyrrenean coast, Monna is a good base for exploring the 3 provinces. Monna offers its guests 2 independent apartments, a large open air BBQ and wood oven area for your parties and a playground for your children.The house is indeed particularly indicated for families with children and extended family reunions.
La Quercia sits on the first floor and develops over two floors. The first floor is made up of a welcoming kitchen/dining room with a large fireplace and a dining table seating 8, the kitchen has a fridge/freezer, oven and gas cooker, toaster, coffee machine. A nice double bedroom with a full bathroom and a cosy little lounge with sofas, satellite TV and board games. The second floor has two double bedrooms, one with an extra bed on request. On this floor there is one full bathroom with shower. Outside the front door there is a lovely pergola with a small table and chairs.
Tha ancient farmhouse
The panoramic swimming pool
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The Tuscany region
Coming to the COLLINE METALLIFERE is taking a journey back in time through geysers, intriguing ghost copper mines, Etruscan fortresses, thermal spas, wild nature and perfectly preserved medieval hamlets vibrant with community life.
Le Colline Metallifere is the very heart of unknown and unspoilt Tuscany, a corner where the three provinces of Siena, Pisa and Grosseto meet to form a varied and spectacular scenery.
The name originates from the geological composition of the rocks – rich in metals – which have given birth and sustenance to generations since the ancient times. Records dating back to Etruscan times witness the deep relationship this people has had with the land and its nature. The love and respect for the natural composition of this land, together with the wit and ingenuity have led to a perfect balance between exploiting the land and preserving its beauty.
Sustained by copper and alum mining first, geothermal energy production and farming now, the Colline Metallifere have remained an undiscovered pearl in one of the most visited regions of Europe. Its beauty lies mainly in the varied landscape which spans from gentle hills to rugged valleys dotted with crags and geysers, cattle grazing free amidst sunflower and corn fields.
The villagers love their quiet life and have decided to offer a limited quantity of accommodation to sensible, respectful and quiet tourists who will tiptoe into their land with the wish to savour an almost forgotten lifestyle.
Castelnuovo di Val di Cecina is a small village in the Colline Metallifere, sitting on the offshoots of the Maremma overlooking the Tirrenean sea and the Isle of Elba. Its origins date back to the Lombard period (VII c), witnessed by a number of fortresses - still standing in the area - which the Lombards built when opening new roads in search for minerals between Volterra and Massa Marittima. The area around Castelnuovo is rich in archaeological sites of the neolithic, etruscan, barbaric and medieval periods. The land is also marked by stunning millenary parish churches witnessing the rooting and spread of Christianity in the area. The landscape is characterized by gentle hills, about 500-600 metres high, except the Devil’s Yard reaching 875 mts. Besided the River Cecina, the region is crossed by the Cornia stream that springs here and by tributaries of the Cecina, the Pavone and the Possera being the most important ones. The woods are thick and the vegetation ranges from the Mediterranean scrub – pine trees, junipers, English oaks, strawberry trees – to the typical Appennine vegetation with turkey oaks, hornbeam, ashes, chestnuts.
Near Siena / Castelnuovo Val di Cecina area
Some of the villages around here are open air museums for the beauty of their medieval architecture which has remained unaltered through the centuries. Likewise, community life has remained anchored to ancient traditions and values which, with a little observation, are clearly perceived even sipping a cappuccino at the local bar or taking part at the many village feasts throughout the year.
Not unlike other parts of Tuscany, food and wine are of primary importance and are at the centre of most local festivals – mushroom, honey, apple, chestnut and new wine are but a few occasions for the villagers to celebrate the fertility of their land.
The area offers wonderful walks through centenary chestnut groves towards the Appennines, where you can enjoy stunning views of the Cornia Valley, The Tyrrenian sea with the Isle of Elba and on a clear day even Corsica. Other walks take you through the valle del Pavone in deep woods and moving towards Sasso Pisano you can take a fascinating walk along the fumaroles and sulphureous exhalations characterizing the area. The land around Castelnuovo is very rich in thermal baths and springs, making it an ideal destination also in Autumn and winter. Petriolo and Galleraia are but a few.Worth visiting around the area are the villages of Sasso Pisano, Montecastelli Pisano, Radicondoli, S. Galgano a unique Romanesque church not far away. Massa Marittima,Volterra, S. Gimignano, Siena, Florence are all less than an hour’s drive away, so is the beautiful beach of Castiglione della Pescaia, Punta Ala or the more modern and happening Follonica. The port of Piombino, where you can take the ferry to the beautiful Isle of Elba, is a mere 60 kms away.· Markets: Castelnuovo on Wednesdays· Sasso Pisano third Friday of the month
FIERE· Castelnuovo second Monday in June; the Monday after the last Sunday on August; 10 November. Montecastelli Pisano 11 September· Sasso Pisano third Tuesday of June; 17 September· La Leccia 9 September
FEASTS AND SAGRE Castelnuovo· Around August 20 Arts and crafts festival: the village comes to life with medieval artisans, food stands, street artists and shows.· Last week of October and first of November Chestnuts Festival: roast chestnuts, chestnut cakes and delicacies are sampled in street stalls. Montecastelli· 10 August Concerto di S. Lorenzo in the parish church square· last two weeks of August Acting and Painting shows Sasso Pisano· Second Sunday of August Fumarola Feast typical food, music and shows are held in the alleys of this medieval hamlet· December The Sasserino Olive oil festival Typical home made delicacies made with the freshly pressed olive oil can be enjoyed in the streets along with shows and music. Leccia· Beginning of September Grapes feast grapes based traditional dishes and lots of wine to be enjoyed in the streets of this small hamlet.
OTHER PRODUCE Typical products of the area are: Saffron, sweet almonds, honey, cheese, sasserino olive oil, honey, lots of Porcini mushrooms.
How to get there
Fly to Florence or Pisa. Cheap flights to Pisa with Ryanair To Florence with Meridiana Car hire: Hertz, Avis, Maggiore.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Florence/Pisa: 80 km
Railway:
Poggibonsi: 40 km
Ferry:
Piombino to Elba: 60 km
Activities near Near Siena
Sports: Tennis in town Horse Riding
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire
General:
Central heating, TV, Satellite TV
Standard:
Kettle, Toaster
Utilities:
Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
Rooms:
Bedrooms (3), Bathrooms (2), En suite (1)
Furniture:
Single beds (1), Double beds (3), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 7
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Shared garden, BBQ
Access:
Secure parking
Further details outdoors: The house has a laundry room with washing machine, sink, iron and ironing board. Washloads are charged €3 plus €1 for soap if needed.
Further details
Booking is secured through a bank transfer of 40%. The remaining balance is to be paid on the arrival day. A security deposit of € 200 is requested on arrival. If preferred, the deposit can be paid in Pound Sterling. It will be returned on departure.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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Prices for group size 7
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Autumn
7 Sep 09
26 Jun 10
730£658
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July 2010
26 Jun 10
31 Jul 10
870£784
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August 2010
31 Jul 10
28 Aug 10
1000£901
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Autumn
28 Aug 10
21 May 11
730£658
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32
Prices for group size 6
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Spring
22 May 09
27 Jun 09
700£631
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July
27 Jun 09
1 Aug 09
750£676
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August
1 Aug 09
28 Aug 09
900£811
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Low season
7 Sep 09
26 Jun 10
700£631
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July
26 Jun 10
31 Jul 10
790£712
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August
31 Jul 10
1 Sep 10
900£811
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Low season
1 Sep 10
25 Jun 11
700£631
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62
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Prices include cleaning, linen and towels.
Guestbook for La Quercia - Monna
"The property was lovely and very clean, we were extremely impressed with the friendliness and kindness of the family. It was just the right balance of feeling that they were there if needed, but not feeling that they were 'in the way'.The pool was absolutely beautiful." -Nicoll - June '07
"Thank you Marcello for your kind hospitality, the lovely courgettes juicy tomatoes, peaches you gifted us with in the mornings were just superb, the children had a fabulous time, so did my sister and I - it was lovely to finally find a child and mother friendly property where we all had a relaxing time. A presto!" -Jackie N. August 2008
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 22379
Name:
Erica Vaccari
Company:
Erica Vaccari
Tel:
+44 208 1441780
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