Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) Hen or stag parties Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Not fixed
Access:
Car advised Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 3 km
Notes:
Pets welcome Suitable for children Smokers welcome Catered
Home description
We are set in our own 30 hectares (70 acres) of tranquil woodlands and meadows full of wild flowers 635 metres (2000 feet) above sea level with panoramic views to the west towards Florence over vineyards and olive groves.
We are also on the wine trail for Chianti Rufina and Pomino and near the Vallombrosa Monastery and Casentino Nature Reserve while popular destinations such as Florence, Siena and Chianti are all within easy reach.
La Doccia, near Florence
Milton Apartment
The Dining Room
The 6m by 12m swimming pool
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The Tuscany region
We are situated in the beautiful Val d'Arno region to the east of Florence, just 45 minutes away, and 5km from Pelago. We are close to Vallombrosa monastery and the Chanti Rufina winemaking region. Pontassieve is 20 minutes away and apart from all the services such as banks, supermarkets, restaurants etc runs a frequent train service to Florence.
10 minutes to Pelago 45 minutes to Pontassieve and the train line direct to Florence 45 minutes to Florence 50 minutes to Greve-in-Chianti 60 minutes to Arezzo and Cortona 90 minutes to Siena and Monteriggioni 90 minutes to San Gimignano
Pelago area
Your hosts can help plan your individual trips around Tuscany. Be these wine tasting, cooking classes, yoga, walking, cycling, napkin folding, olive picking or driving, We can help you fit as much as you want into your visit here.
E-mail or phone us with what you want to do and the time you have and we'll work out an itinerary to suit. Be it art, architecture, wine, food, or just lazing around La Doccia itself, we'll help you have a great time in Tuscany.
Bedrooms (1), Bathrooms (1), Ensuite (1), Shower rooms (1)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (1), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 3
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Shared garden, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available
Access:
Wheelchair access, Parking space
Further details indoors: The Milton apartment has a private south west facing terrace enjoying breathtaking panoramic views across the Arno valley and towards Florence in the distance.
Milton is uniquely appointed and contains an eclectic mixture of local hand-crafted furniture made in the small mountain village of Tosi and our family antiques and furnishings brought here from England. This is a lovely apartment on a small estate into which we invite you to enjoy yourselves whilst staying in this timeless landscape.
Further details outdoors: La Doccia is part of the mediaeval settlement of Ristonchi, which takes its name from the Etruscan "Ristona" meaning a crest of a hill.
During the wars of the early 14th century, the small Castello of Ristonchi sheltered Guelfi families defeated in battle with the Ghibellines of Florence.
Now, La Doccia has been painstakingly restored to an extremely high standard whilst leaving the original structures largely unchanged. Many features remain such as stone staircases, a mixture of chestnut and terracotta ceilings and much of the original terracotta and brick flooring. Where it has been necessary to improve certain areas the same handmade or original materials have been used. La Doccia is open all year with double-glazing, external glass doors to all the main wooden doors and full central heating.
Further details
General Policies and Definitions: - By serviced, we mean we provide daily maid service though we do not include breakfast in the price. A week means at least 7 consecutive nights.
Breakfast may be available at € 7.50 per person by prior arrangement only (serviced apartments only). Extra person (for extra bed) € 25.00 per night.
Use of baby cot free of charge. Arrival times between 5 pm and 7 pm - Departure by 10:30 am. Swimming pool open from 1st May to 30th September.
Dinner is available by arrangement in advance and is usually served at about 8:15 pm.
Contact us to arrange late or early arrivals. Please note that we do have a household pet - a rather energetic Labrador.
Care and Attention DEPOSIT: - We also ask for a deposit of Euros 150.00 to cover breakages, cleaning or damage to apartments and cottages which are on a self catering, self service basis.
This deposit is returned after inspection of the unit. The deposit is payable at the same time as the accommodation is payable as per the reservation details.
Conditions
Children are very welcome, we have a labrador who is very friendly with children and keen to make new friends. There is a 12m by 6m newly built swimming pool. Smoking is permitted outside the apartment and smokers are very welcome so long as the ash trays are used.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
Convert to:
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
All year round
16 Apr 08
1 May 09
672£ 533
9676
9676
Flexible
01
The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. 3 Nights 115 euros per night
5 Nights 105 euros per night
7 Nights 96 euros per night
*Out of season prices are discounted
Payment accepted in US Dollars, Pounds Sterling, & Euros.
Guestbook
'Mille grazie per my wonderful stay with you at the glorious La Doccia - it was wonderfully relaxing and exactly what the doctor ordered. Delicious food, delicious company! Many thanks, 'tante belle cose'. (Vix W, Somerset, England)
"We had an excellent, excellent time in Italy (just quietly I asked Gab's for her 'out of 10' toward the end and she said 9 which rates it as high as any holiday I can remember... including our honeymoon... I would give it a 9.5 so there you go - mainly because I can add in the opportunity of facing half of Italy's opening bowling attack (in between international cricketing duties) and thanks for organising that too. (David, Gabs and Darcy Kent, Sydney, Australia)
"The views are incredible. Imagine waking each morning to view olive groves and vineyards spread across rolling hills and valleys all right from your bedroom window!" (Bill Ellis, Virginia, USA).
'We are now back in Dubai and just wanted to let you know that we really enjoyed our stay in La Doccia and of course your warm hospitality. We will hopefully be able to return to La Doccia sooner or later, but we will definitely recommend you to our friends. Thanks again and Best Regards'' (Frank & Antoinette, Dubai)
We had a beautiful time in Florence and at your fabulous home. It is really as portrayed on the website. Rupert gave us a warm welcome and we felt free and easy to enjoy the big log fire in the evenings. We took his advice on a drive through the woods and followed your well laid out tour. It was I think, the highlight of our visit. We're spreading the word to 'selected' friends! Hope you enjoyed your holiday. Hello to Rupert.'' (Sally and Tom, Ireland)
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