Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
Surrounded by trees, the villa Il Fontanile stands in extensive landscaped grounds which blend into the olive groves and fields of the estate. Villa Il Fontanile lies at the heart of a 400 acre estate which stretches along the Maremma coast, with private access to a nearby beach (3km).
Built at the beginning of the 20th century, the villa was fully restored and divided into 4 ample rental apartments in 1998. The house and garden have a relaxed, informal atmosphere, and a serenity which will immediately make you feel at ease.
The interior decoration is light, friendly and comfortable. The living rooms have open fire places and comfortable upholstery. The bedrooms are kept in a simple and friendly style. The mattresses are on excellent quality.
The private garden is equipped with a table and chairs. Hidden from the house by rose and lavender bushes is the 18 x 6 m. swimming pool with an adjoining paddling pool.
Villa Il Fontanile
Living room
Pool and Loggia
Bedroom
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The Tuscany region
Maremma, a lesser known and therefore all the more captivating part of Tuscany extending south towards Latium. Once unhealthy because of the many marshes, Maremma was drained and re-populated with people coming from other Italian regions, notably from Veneto.
Today the area is provided with significant natural and environmental resources, where ancient traditions have survived and Tuscan culture is preserved. The Natural Park of the Maremma, traditionally populated by the butteri, cattle-breeders who used horses until recently, with a distinctive style of saddle.
The territory of Maremma is rich in nuances - long stretches of fully equipped beaches of fine sand accompanied by lush pine forests, tiny coves with sweet sounding names and crystal-clear water, deserted beaches against natural havens, uncontaminated islands in an enchanted sea, villages and castles that are austere and festive at the same time, gentle landscapes brimming with history and natural wonders.
Villa Il Fontanile is located roughly halfway between Rome and Grosseto. The property is surrounded by the cultural landmarks of Tarquinia, Tuscania, Orbetello and Viterbo, which all are more or less half an hour’s drive away.
Orbetello / Pescia Romana area
The Maremma offers a lot of different places where you can spend your holiday,starting from the sea until to arrive to mountains and hills.
Things to do : The beach of fine sand stretches along the coast. The water is clean and usually warm enough to swim in from mid May to October.
Visiting Monte Argentario among the most famous spots in Maremma and all of Tuscany. Hiring a boat in Porto Santo Stefano and visiting the islands Giglio and Giannutri off the Tuscan coast. National Park “Parco dell’Uccellina”, also known as the „Parco Regionale della Maremma“. It is a regional park of rare beauty with walks through high forests towards the coast.
Talamone, a picturesque and solitary fishing village situated on a rocky promontory, is built around a 15th century citadel from which there are spectacular views of the coast and islands. Tarquinia and Tuscania boast world wide famous archeological excavations which should not be missed. “Tagliata Etrusca” a canal cut in the rock near the Spacco della Regina, a deep and mysterious cavern which seems almost mythological.
Tuscany famous hot springs of Saturnia at one hours drive, is the most spectacular, with hot waterfalls in the middle of nature, open to everyone.
The Tarot-Garden of the artist Niki de Saint-Phalle (1930 – 2002). The famous French artist has built her „Jardin des Tarots“, twenty two giant sculptures in ceramic and coloured glass inspired by the figures of the magic tarot cards. Wine and Food the area has many appealing restaurants and trattoria's of which you will find a list in the house.
How to get there
Airport : Rome can be reached in one and a half hours by car .
Train: the next train station is at Montalto di Castro, which is at distance of 15 minutes by car from the estate.
A trip Montalto to Rome takes a bit over 1 hour. Trains to and from Rome leave regularly by the hour.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Rome: 127 km
Railway:
Montalto di Castro: 13 km
Activities near Orbetello
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation City breaks Cycling holidays
Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available, Childrens pool, Swing set
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Linens - Bedlinen, a set of 3 towels per person, kitchen towels. Should you have rented your accommodation for more than 1 week the house will be cleaned on Saturdays and the linen will be changed.
Kitchen - In the house you will find salt, pepper, sugar, oil and vinegar.
Soaps and detergents - washing up liquid and new sponge, dishwasher detergent, soap powder for the washing machine, a soap bar in every bathroom, toilet paper, detergent for the bathrooms are provided.
Children - A children’s bed and high chair can be provided. A Children's playground with a small house, a slide and 2 swings, a ping pong table are available.
Further details outdoors: Bicycles for young and old and an outdoor barbecue.
Swimming pool open from mid May until end of September.
Further details
A welcome pack provided : 1 bottle of wine, 1 bottle of mineral water, fresh fruits.
Conditions
Payment - 50% of the rent is to be paid at the moment of booking. The remaining 50% is due upon arrival.
Upon arrival guests are required to leave a security deposit of EUR 250,00.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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Low season
1 Mar 08
26 Apr 08
880£ 693
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Mid season 2
26 Apr 08
31 May 08
1285£ 1,012
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High season
31 May 08
30 Aug 08
1930£ 1,520
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Mid season 2
30 Aug 08
11 Oct 08
1285£ 1,012
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Low season
11 Oct 08
7 Nov 08
880£ 693
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. The prices given are in Euro and the rental price is weekly, per property and include electricity, water, gas and final cleaning. Central heating not included in the rent. Calculated according to use.
Wood for fire place : EUR 3,00/basket Telephone according to use. Highchair and cot included in the rent.
Extra services : 1st shopping, arrival diner, diner during the week, extra house hold help, beach towels ( please contact us for prices ).
Availability notes
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Contact details for home 43195
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Name:
Katharina Allès Trautmansdorff
Tel:
+33 (0)1 40294732
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Advertiser joined: 11 Mar 2008 This property added: 11 Mar 2008
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