Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 5 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Nestled in a centuries-old complex of farm-house buildings, just 10 minutes drive from the medieval "skyscraper" fortress town of San Gimignano...Le Fontanelle is the perfect place to soak in Tuscany's sunshine, culture, food and fun. An easy drive from Pisa, Florence and Siena...Le Fontanelle is a perfect base for exploring Tuscany. But with its 18 x 8m swimming pool, solarium and acres of wooded hillside you might not want to leave!
Our 2-bedroom/2 bathroom property will sleep up to 5 people. Furnishings include TV/DVD, stereo, BBQ, wood-burning fireplace and fully-kitted out kitchen.
Bikes and scooters are available for rent locally, and tours around the region can be easily organised.
And if you're planning a holiday with friends, neighbouring units on the property are also available for hire.
restored farmhouse 6 minutes outside San Gimignano
child-friendly, comfortable and clean - with fireplace, TV, DVD
2 double dedrooms, plus day-bed
large shared pool, solarium and BBQ pit
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/82118
The Tuscany region
Tuscany's warm and and welcoming locals, its fresh and delicious food, its mild winters and warm summers, its rolling hills, vineyards and midieval hilltop fortresses, the art and architecture of Florence and Siena - all of these make Tuscany an ideal destination for families.
San Gimignano area
Nearby SanGimignano is one of Tuscany's best-know hilltop fortress towns. Also called "the midieval skyscraper town", San Gimignano is well-known for its skyline of Renaissance towers. Situated along what was once the major pilgrimage and troude route to Rome - the Frankish Road - San Gimignano's churches and public buildings attract visitors from all over the world. Enjoy San Gimignano's many cafes and restaurants, many with views of the vineyards and farms of Tuscany's rolling hills. Across the valley, Volterra is Italy's epicentre Etruscan art and culture. Less than an hour away, take in the fabulous sights of Florence and Siena. At virtually any time of year, there are food, art and music festivals in one or more of these cities. Check online for what's happening during your visit !
How to get there
90 minutes drive (75km) from Pisa's Galileo Galilei International Airport, serviced daily by EasyJet.co.uk, Alitalia and British Airways Only 60 minute drive, but less regular budget flights, from airports in Siena and Florence Reasonably-priced car hire available from all airports.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Florence Airport: 68 km
Railway:
Poggibonsi: 12 km
Ferry:
Livorno: 60 km
Activities near San Gimignano
Sports: Tennis in town
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats City breaks Cycling holidays
Bedrooms (2), En suite (1), Shower rooms (1), Solarium / Roof terrace
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (1), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 5
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared garden, BBQ, Shared outdoor pool (heated)
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: You will be staying in the Villa Agrifoglia.
At ground-level, with south-facing views of the property's hilly 6-hectare forest and stream, the 90sq.meter property contains 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. There is a double bed in each of the rooms. If you open the sofa-bed in the larger of the two bedrooms, the property easily sleeps an extra 1-2 people. There is also room for a baby's travel cot, if you bring one.
On the first floor, overlooking the 18 x 8m swimming pool and a valley of perfumed vegetation, there is an open-plan living and dining room with TV, DVD and small library.
Should you get bored of the region's world-famous cuisine, our kitchen is fully-kitted out to satisfy even the fussiest chef, with enough seating and tableware to throw a dinner party for 8.
Even at the height of summer, the house's traditional Tuscan construction keeps it cool and breezy. During the colder months, the property is warmed by centrally-heated radiators and a child-friendly raised wood-burning fireplace.
Further details outdoors: We overlook a wooded valley, where locals find truffles in the fall. At night, you can sometimes hear the wild boar snorting at each other! The house is safely fenced and gated, but if you open the gates, you are free to walk the wooded paths down to a creek at the bottom of the small valley. Completely charming.
Further details
Rental usually from Saturday-Saturday, but can be flexible. Swimming pool only available May-September. If between season, please inquire. Charming local caretakers available to answer any questions and recommend area's best food and places.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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Mid-season
2 May 09
4 Jul 09
700£636
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High-season
4 Jul 09
30 Aug 09
950£864
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Mid-season
30 Aug 09
3 Oct 09
700£636
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Low-season
3 Oct 09
19 Dec 09
480£436
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Christmas/New Year's
19 Dec 09
2 Jan 10
700£636
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Low-season
2 Jan 10
27 Mar 10
480£436
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Easter 2010
27 Mar 10
10 Apr 10
700£636
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Mid-season
10 Apr 10
3 Jul 10
700£636
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Rates negotiable for multiple-week stays.
Preferred payment by electronic transfer to Italian bank, in euros.
Terms: 30% of total on booking, remaining balance 3 weeks before start of stay...
Guestbook for Le Fontanelle - Agrifoglio
..."We spent a long weekend in October at LeFontanelle with our three children (aged 5-11). We explored Florence and Siena and picked grapes outside nearby Volterra. Especially loved Chiriburi restaurant in San GImignano, only 10 minutes away. Highly recommended!"... The Ferrabees, London, UK
..."Your apartment was absolutely beautiful...it was a real home away from home. (actually you'd be welcome to decorate my house). The kids were completely at home at le fontanelle. The dvd and board games were a brilliant addition and the pool was incredible. Everything we could have possibly needed was there for us. We were 100% happy with our stay and the apartment... The caretakers were very helpful and the whole complex was always immaculate. Thanks a million for the pleasure of staying at your apartment, and for the information directions etc which were perfectly informative. It's been a pleasure to deal with you also. And we definitely hope to go again"... Hazel, UK
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