Sorry - no pets allowed Not suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
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Sogna Piccola is our lovely two bedroom stone built cottage high up in the Tuscan Hills. It is ideal for a couple or three adults looking for an oasis of peace and tranquillity with the additional benefit of being less than an hour’s drive from all the main cultural centres of Tuscany.
The house, which was originally built in the 15th century is beautifully furnished and decorated with an emphasis on comfort and luxury. Our home has been authentically restored to reveal its original chestnut beams, terra-cotta tile ceilings and floors, large open stone fireplace, pietra serena stone kitchen worktops, and luminous calce plaster wall finishes. Some of the furnishings are antique which are juxtaposed with a collection of contemporary European works of art.
Entirely private, the 11th century medieval borgo of Sogna consists of twelve unique privately owned homes with a swimming pool, sauna and tennis court. Perched 400mm high atop a hillside facing the Val d'Ambra and surrounded by wooded terraces with almost a thousand trees; olive, walnut, almond and fruit trees all overlooking the ancient forests of Tuscany, sits this stunning medieval borgo.
The borgo of Sogna was restored in 1996 carefully retaining all of its original character. The vestiges of the original fortressed walls overlook the borgo with its restored 14th century church, which still retains its bell tower. Strolling down from the church, along the cobbled paths, you catch momentary glimpses of the surrounding densely forested hills as you inhale the heady scents of the rosemary and lavender bushes that grow in abundance throughout Sogna. With its panoramic views of the Val d’Ambra, Sogna offers our guests the chance to relax, sunbathe, swim in the oasis shaped pool, play a game of tennis, eat alfresco under the vine-covered pergola, or just do nothing at all! Whilst shops, excellent restaurants and banks are all within an easy ten minute drive. In season, figs, apricots, plums and grapes grow throughout the borgo and there are few pleasures greater than eating a freshly picked, sun warmed fruit with your morning coffee. And in the cooler months you can snuggle up in front of a roaring open fire, listen to music, read a book, or just daydream!
Sogna Piccola, your Maginificent 15th Century Stone Cottage
Swim in your oasis shaped swimming pool and lounge overlooking the Tuscan hillside
Relax infront of the the state of the art home cinema system or gaze at the roaring fire
Dream in your hand made wrought iron four poster bed
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The Tuscany region
Tuscany; the very name conjures up visions of rolling hills covered in sunflowers, open air markets full of regional cheeses and freshly harvested local fruits and vegetables. Vineyards filled with the promise of great wines, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Chianti Classico and Brunello. Tuscany is also the home of the renaissance, with its spectacular architecture, world famous frescoes, statues and paintings. Tuscany is a place to enjoy unspoiled views under crystal clear skies, sun drenched days relaxing by the pool and leisurely nights dining under a brilliant blanket of stars. Tuscany is a dream that can become your reality when you stay in our perfect holiday home.
Siena / Sogna area
If you can tear yourself away from the beauty of our medieval borgo, Sogna makes a perfect base for exploring Tuscany. It is just a 30-minute drive to the centres of Siena and Arezzo and an hour’s drive to Florence. The classic Tuscan hill towns of Pienza, Montalcino, Montepulciano, are all within a short drive and Chianti’s famous villages of Castellina, Greve, Gaiole, and Radda are just on our doorstep. Closer to home, you can take a leisurely stroll to Rapale, the next village in the chain of hilltop borgos or discover the beauty of the Valdarno and particularly the Val d’Ambra where the magical medieval towns of Badia a Ruoti, Cennia, Ambra and Bucine, cling to their hilltop perches evoking a sense of timelessness.
When you tire of the natural and historic beauty of Tuscany and find yourself in need of a little "retail therapy"; a quick 25 minute drive will take you to the anonymous grey warehouse called Space, which is the outlet store for Prada, Jill Sander, Mui Mui, and Helmut Lang. A further 15 minute drive brings you to "The Mall", a huge complex of outlet shops where you can find labels such as Alexander McQueen, Agnona, AJ Armani, Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Burberry, Emanuel Ungaro, Ermenegildo Zenga, Fendi, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Hogan, I Pinco Pallino, La Perla, Loro Piana, Marni, Pucci, Salvatore Ferragamo, Sergio Rossi, Stella McCartney, Tod’s, Valentino, Yohji Yamamoto and Yves St. Laurent. There is also a Miss Sixty and Diesel outlet at The Mall as well as a stylish café that serves salads, sandwiches and fantastic coffee. Down the road from The Mall you will find the Fendi, Celine, Loewe and the Dolce and Gabbanna outlet shops.
How to get there
There are direct flights to Florence from most major European cities, Meridiana airlines fly from London Gatwick to Florence in a little less than two hours; the house itself is just under an hour from Florence airport. Many low cost airlines fly into Pisa airport which is a two hour drive from Sogna. Both of these airports are north of Sogna. Alternatively, you can also fly into Rome which is a little over a two hour drive to Sogna.
Beach at 120 Kilometres Nearest airport: Florence at 80 Kilometers or Pisa 120 Kilometres Nearest railway station: Montevarchi at 35 Kilometres Nearest motorway : Vald'arno at 35 Kilometres Nearest ferry port: Livorno at 120 Kilometres Car: necessary
Single beds (1), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 3
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Linen and towels provided.
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Balcony / Terrace, Tennis court on site, Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Shared tennis court on site
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Parking space
Further details outdoors: Oasis shaped swimming pool, tennis court and sauna
Further details
The house is for a maximum of 3 adults. Children, pets and smoking are not allowed in the house. It is not suitable for children - too many nice things for them to break, and too many opportunities for them to plunge to their death.
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Rental periods run from Saturday 4pm to Saturday 10am. To reserve Sogna Piccola you would need to send us a 25% deposit of the total rent due, with the balance payable at least six weeks before your stay.
Our cancellation policy is simple; if we can find another renter for your dates we will return any money sent to us (minus bank charges).
A security deposit of £250 must be included with your final payment; it will be shown as a separate item on the invoice. Our representative will check the property prior to your departure and, if all is in order, the deposit will be returned to you within 2 weeks.
The rental rate includes absolutely everything - utilities, bed linen, towels, heating, after-stay clean and weekly clean for stays over a week.
Guestbook
20th – 27th October 2007 We were in lovely Sogna for only 7 days of our lives, but will remember it for a lifetime. Sogna Piccola was everything I dreamt and hoped it would be. Thank you for sharing it with us. I hope all who are fortunate to stay here appreciate the attention to detail, luxurious linens and impeccable styling of this lovely cottage. It will be hard to leave, but we know we’ll be back someday. Grazie Mille Debbie & Stan Ventura, California, USA
13th – 20th October 2007 We very much enjoyed staying at the cottage in Sogna – it was quiet and peaceful with hardly a soul in the borgo. The weather was fabulous; clear blue Tuscan skies, bright sunshine. At night the log fire was most enjoyable and kept us warm.Thanks Again! Fiona & Neil Hythe, Kent, UK
29th September – 6th October 2007 What a find Sogna was for our fist trip to Italy! Although a bit concerned about the winding, gravel road, we soon learned the trade-off was pure, unadulterated peace. We were greeted our first day by five tiny, baby wild boars scampering along the road. Perfect weather made our day trips to Siena, Orvieto, Civita de Bagnerole, Montepulciano, Civatella, Cortona and Radda all the better. We did a lot but also relaxed thoroughly thanks to your lovely cottage. Ciao! Anne & Gordie San Carlos, California, USA
22nd – 29th September 2007 We have had a lovely week here, our second following a week in Florence. The house and village are lovely and the village cats are very friendly. The approach to the village seemed a bit daunting at first but we got used to that. Assisi was superb, as was Siena. We thought the Cathedral in Siena was better than the Duomo in Florence and were lucky to be there when the marble floor was uncovered. Cortona, Montalcino all great as well. The restaurants you recommended were excellent and overall we have had a wonderful stay. Keith & Suzanne Essex, UK
15th – 22nd September 2007 When we went to bed last night at midnight, I leant out of the window upstairs and the only sound I could hear was the purring of two very contented village cats curled up on our doorstep! A perfect end to a lovely week in Sogna! For Brian and I, the walk to Rapale on our last night, just as the sun was going down will be a treasured memory. So hard to say goodbye to your lovely house and the beautiful village of Sogna. We look forward to returning! Linda, Brian and Pauline Brighton, UK
1st September – 7th September 2007 When Cath (my daughter) and Graham told me they were taking me to Tuscany, I had no idea what to expect. What I have found is a country of great beauty, too beautiful to describe. The trees – the vines – the mountains – the sun – and a very beautiful cottage in which to stay. Thank you for that! We have been so comfortable. We have all had a lovely holiday. Thank you! Connie, Cath & Graham North Yorkshire, UK
11th August – 25th August 2007 What a fantastic two weeks we have had here in Sogna! The house is extremely comfortable and the pool a very welcome cool oasis. We have explored the area and have seen some wonderful sights. Siena, Cortona and Assisi being some of our highlights. The food, (well what can you say) has been fantastic too. We have eaten our way through all Tuscan delicacies including hare and boar. We shall always remember our wonderful holiday! Nicole, Roger & Freddie Bedfordshire, UK
21st July – 28th July 2007 The most wonderful location to start our married life. Sogna Piccola has every comfort. It’s been 100+ everyday which has made the pool a luxury. Sogna was the perfect base the explore Tuscany. Loved Siena, San Gimignano and the Chianti wine route. Hope to return one day! John & Debbie Balerno, Scotland
7th July - 14th July 2007 We have very much enjoyed this beautiful area of Tuscany, after our first week in Liguria, which is very different. We have also appreciated the peace and quiet of Sogna and the comfortable and characterful cottage. Thank you for sharing your home with us – it’s been a very special place and so much to see and do! Fiona & Lindsay Nottingham, UK
9th – 16th June 2007 Thank you for an amazing week in your Tuscan cottage! Sogna is more serene and beautiful than words can ever describe! We have enjoyed touring Tuscany as well as relaxing by the pool, under the fig tree drinking wine and exploring the pathways! We hope to return SOMEDAY! Stephanie & Bill Ontario, Canada
26th May – 9th June 2007 We had a lovely time in Tuscany, despite the weather not being brilliant, and we loved the house, which we thought was very tastefully done out with everything thought of including a really interesting, thematic DVD collection. We also enjoyed using the recipe books. Norma & Loraine Bristol, UK
5th - 12th May 2007 Many thanks for sharing your wonderful getaway here in Sogna! We had a relaxing time while here and truly enjoyed the peace and quiet. A great location for day trips to all the beautiful towns in Tuscany - too many to mention! Steven & Jeanette Austin, Texas, USA
7th - 14th April 2007 Had a wonderful holiday at your lovely hideaway in the hills. Weather has been fantastic, food has been excellent and we have all thoroughly enjoyed discovering all of the villages and restaurants around. Anne, Lawrence & Alice Aberlady, Scotland
23rd - 30th December 2006 Buon Natale! What a magical place to hideaway from the world for a week and celebrate Christmas. We loved exploring the beautiful Tuscan villages, especially San Gimignano where we got engaged! A gorgeous cottage, great food, plenty of local wine and an amazing holiday to finish three years of living and working in London before we head home to Sydney. Thank you so much for sharing this treasure with us. Erin & Ben Sydney, Australia
11th – 18th November 2006 We’ve enjoyed staying at the cottage. Had days out in Montepulciano and San Gimignano. Did Chianti Classico and wineries on the Chiantigiano. Enjoyed having lunches outdoors under the fig tree, even in November! Not to mention great dinners in front of the fire. A great end to our honeymoon. Sarah & James London, UK
4th – 10th November 2006 It has been a long vacation for us in Italy, but yet we are reluctant to leave! Although it has been a bit hazy here, we have been blessed with good weather and no rain. Sogna has been the perfect place to spend a relaxing day or begin a memorable daytime adventure. We spent two days locally. We visited the market in Bucine, the Prada outlet, and spent some great time on the sofa watching movies! Other days were packed with trips to Arezzo (where we visited “Europe’s largest antique market” – so cool!), Cortona, San Gimignano (where we purchased what will become our first “family heirloom” – hee hee). Siena, Assisi and Castiglione del Lago. It’s been an amazing adventure and a wonderful way to spend and celebrate our third anniversary. Thank you! Damon & Maureen San Rafael, California, USA
14th – 27th October 2006 Sogna Piccola is an absolute delight. We had sunshine everyday but one, we did the Mall, Prada, Siena, Florence, Arezzo, the Chocolate Revolution in Perguia, a wine tasting day in Montepulciano, the beautiful city of Assisi, we drove a long day to La Spezia and went to Cinque Terra, bought some pottery in Deruta. We enjoyed many of the small towns and villages, the many churches just beautiful. Thank you for your recommendations for the restaurants. Your guidebooks were extremely helpful. We have had the best honeymoon anyone could wish for in a piece of heaven called Sogna Piccola! Denis & Gloria Victor, New York, USA
7th – 14th October 2006 Thank you very much for this special and unforgettable vacation! France & Philippe Montreal, Canada
28th August – 9th September 2006 A special setting for our special holiday – the honeymoon! Fantastic to get away from all the pressures of modern life to somewhere so magical! Facilities are fantastic and the cottage is far enough away from the noise but close enough to the attractions that this beautiful area can offer. Florence by train from Montevarchi was a doddle and do visit the Abbazia di San Antimo. Thanks for allowing us to share this special place – it’s given us a taste of Tuscany, which we hope to savour again soon. Trevor & Tracey Lancashire, UK
5th – 12th August 2006 We are so fortunate to have found your secret hideaway here at Sogna. We have had a glorious week here – swimming, playing tennis, eating and drinking beneath the fig trees. This was the perfect way to start our married life – in the tranquillity and beauty of Sogna and your lovely house. We’ll be back for more in the years to come! Kind regards, Kate & Andrew London, UK
22nd July – 5th August 2006 We have such wonderful memories to take home from our two-week holiday in this little bit of Tuscan paradise. So much to see and do and yet time to relax, swimming in the pool and drinking Chianti under the fig trees. What a beautiful cottage, tastefully decorated in the Tuscan style, which truly enhanced our delightful stay. Bev, Trevor & Eleanor Powys, Wales
8th – 22nd July 2006 Thank you Minda and James for purchasing this cottage, so that Lillian & I could enjoy it! Will recommend to all our friends and family. Ciao Adrian & Lillian Northern Ireland
17th-24th June 2006 Thank you both so much for sharing such an amazing secret setting for part of our honeymoon. The card & bubbly were very much appreciated and a lovely touch to an unforgettable time. We both hope to return one day – until then thank you again for a million beautiful memories of Sogna. Much love Angela & Ben, Manchester, UK
3rd-17th June 2006 We have thoroughly enjoyed our two weeks in Tuscany staying in your delightful cottage. There is so much to see and do and the swimming pool was much appreciated too! Jane & Godfrey, Bucks, UK
27th May-3rd June 2006 It rained for our wedding & the weather followed us to Sogna for our honeymoon! Still we managed to have a great time despite not being able to use the pool or really appreciated how lovely it must be here in the sun. We certainly enjoyed the peace & tranquility & had a great base to explore Tuscany & enjoy some wonderful food & wine. An excellent start to our married life.
6th-20th May 2006 Romantic, timeless, peaceful & cosy – Sogna is a magical place! We leave tomorrow for another week of driving though Tuscany’s quiet country roads with great memories of our stay here. Tineke & Barry, Pasadena, USA
15th-29th April 2006 Sogna Piccola offered us an incredible opportunity for a Tuscan holiday experience. Returning everyday from our day trips to this environment was something we looked forward to everyday. Robin was extremely helpful & available. Loved the bed and all the modern conveniences in this beautiful antiquated city of Sogna. Would highly recommend Sogna Piccola to anyone. Barry, Debbie & Audrey British Columbia, Canada
8th-15th April 2006 Very sadly, tonight is our last night here. I have just watches a plane disappear into the distance, and tomorrow that will be us, as we begin our long journey home. It has been wonderful here, with so both much, and so little to do. Peter & Ann, Melbourne, Australia
1st – 8th October 2005 Thank you so much for sharing with us your beautiful little corner of paradiso! Sogna is lovely and peaceful. Our 3 weeks of honeymooning in Italy has been everything we dreamed of. Eileen & John Colourado, USA
26th September-1st October 2005 To arrive after dark, into this elevated haven of peace has been the highlight of our special 4 week holiday We woke up, gazed at the extraordinary sunrise over the valley mists and realised that our first visit to Italy would NOT be our last. A delightfully cosy cottage with all the necessary creature comforts and real CHARACTER. Beau & Richard North Somerset, England
17th-24th September 2005 Turn when the trees are lined up all in a row, travel up the hill until your ears pop twice. When you get to Rapale wave to the dogs and the Nonnas that watch you arrive. Then follow the path down to the right, hopefully it will not be at night. The butterflies will joyfully show you the way, be careful of the gnomes hiding in the fog or the strega de luna trying to lure you astray. When you get to the end and can’t go anymore, let out your breath, let the nosy bees guide you up past the fig trees, grab the ripest one, now you are in Sogna. Meg & Thom Connecticut, USA
10th-17th September 2005 Sogna is so beautiful! We are so sad that our wonderful stay is up! I love the hills, I love the green, the crickets at night. I love looking across the valley to the next hill top town. Darla & Scott Washington State, USA
27th August – 10th September 2005 We have had a wonderful holiday in a beautiful setting; we have been very comfortable in the cottage, enjoying the surrounding countryside, and of course the pool. With so many beautiful places to visit we will look forward to returning soon. Carolyn & Peter Durham, England
20th -27th August 2005 Many thanks for sharing your beautiful Tuscan home with us – such wonderful countryside all around us – what more could we ask for? Helen & Jason Essex, England
14th -20th August 2005 What a wonderful find this place was. We’ve had the most peaceful and sun soaked week. Catching the train to Florence from Montevarchi was very easy and worth doing again. My first visit to Tuscany – I do hope to come again soon. Maggie, Nikki & Steve East Sussex, England
30th July – 6th August 2005 Really enjoyed our week in your beautiful Tuscan cottage. Many happy hours spent eating meals under the fig trees and cups of tea under the pergola. Fully explored the surrounding countryside & towns and now love Tuscany – another trip is being planned already! Thank you Val & Nigel Surrey, England
23rd-30th July 2005 Your home and Sogna looked excellent in the pictures but it was even better when we arrived! What a fantastic setting for our honeymoon! We have enjoyed relaxing at the pool as well as lovely meals, made with local produce, every night under the fig trees – washed down with plenty of Chianti!! Now you can’t ask for anything more romantic! Visited fantastic places, including Siena, San Gimignano, Radda & Castellina. We wished we had more than a week – next time will be for longer!! Many Thanks Mairi & Neil Stonehaven, Scotland
16th-23rd July 2005 So much beauty. This village is a treasure – all integrity without & pure pleasure within. First time in Tuscany & I am hooked. The cypresses, the Bistecca Fiorentina, the heat, the pool – the simple life. Drunk on the sights and smells – the rosemary, the lavender. Briony & Roger London, England
9th-16th July 2005 We have spent a lovely week living the Tuscan life with this beautiful house in Sogna as our base. Grazie Sue, Emily & Ian London, England
18th -24th June 2005 A super week, wonderful weather, Swimming Pool much appreciated. Jaqui & Martin Cornwall, England
28th May – 4th June 2005 We both enjoyed our week at Sogna Piccola – the weather was superb throughout. There’s so much to see that a return visit is a must! Sogna Piccola is at the heart of this beautiful part of Italy. Florentina & Simon Worcester, England
21st-28th May 2005 A very nice place to stay in the hills! Had a great time and enjoyed playing tennis, swimming and visiting Tuscan towns and villages. And thanks for organising the fantastic weather! We’ll be back, hopefully. Heidi & Pete Edinburgh, Scotland
14th-21st May 2005 This is our greatest holiday ever! And your Sogna Piccola home is the icing on the cake! We absolutely love it here – only drawback is that we only have a week here! Truly a beautiful area – gorgeous countryside. We’ll be telling everyone we know about our great time here & your fabulous & unique home. How fortunate we were to discover VBRO#57116 Heather & Gordon British Columbia, Canada
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