Siena holiday cottage accommodation, Sovicille with walking, log fire, balcony/terrace, rural retreat, TV, DVD

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Incrociati di Sopra (cottage)

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The farmhouse Incrociati is situated in the wooded hills around the village Ancaiano near Sovicille, only 18 Km (11 Miles) from Siena. An idyllic courtyard separates the cottage from the main building. Both houses have recently restored under retention of typically rural attributes.

The cottage is about 90sm big on one level and consists of a well-equipped kitchen/livingroom with a feature fireside,very cosy if you choose to visit in the colder months, one double and one twin bedroom, a bathroom with shower and a loggia. The wide fenced garden fits in the landscape harmonically. Several terraces provide the opportunity to have your meal outside. A by a wisteria overgrown pergola between main and guesthouse arranges a shady courtyard in summer. You can move and linger freely.

Large terrace im summertime	The pergola between the main house and the guest house, springtime
The well equipped kitchen	The readingroom with the chaise longue

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The Tuscany region

Visit the world famous Piazza del Campo, for centuries has been the centre stage of the Palio, the indisputable symbol of Siena. Ancients medievals citys like Arezzo, Lucca, San Giminiano, Peruggia, Firenze, and many unknown villages, chapels, castles, museums. There are thousands of masterpieces to be discovered. Throughout the year there are a lot of exhibitions, festivals, markets and sporting events involving residents as well as tourists. See the official web site from the Sienese Tourist Board (APT), terresiena.it and enjoy exploring!

Siena / Sovicille area

Sovicille is situated about 10 km south-west of Siena in the direction of Massa Marittima and Follonica.
Sovicille’s territory stretches from La Montagnola Senese to the valley of the river Merse. The landscape varies: from woodlands in the hilly. The Commune of Sovicille had more medieval hamlets and villages than any other commune in Tuscany, of which some have been destroyed, others transformed into farmhouses and yet others still have maintained their original state.

Distances from Incrociati to the principals places:

Sovicille 7 km
Siena 18 km

La Bagnaia Golf Club, an 18-hole golf course under construction near Sovicille into the borgo la Bagnaia Country Estate.
A large “Golf Accademy” is already effective with a practice facility with indoor teeing areas, putting green, practice bunkers and a bar and restaurant. 18 km

The Buddha Wellness Centre one of the most comprehensive Beauty Farms in the region is 19 km from incrociati distant. The centre is characterized by high tech fitness room, wonderfully relaxing internal and external spaces. Hammam, Sauna, Emotional Shower, Indoor heated pool with Jacuzzi, Outdoor Thermal water pool.
Pleasure and relaxation are further guaranteed by the treatments using the precious thermal spring water. The entrance to the wellness centre is allowed for guests over 16 years old, € 40, 00 for External Guests. Spa line robe, slippers, and towels are in price included.

Thermal bath Bagni di Petriolo (Monticiano) 35 km
Abbazia di San Galgano (Monticiano) 29 km - beautiful Cistercian abbey and medieval chapel.

San Gimignano 36 km - medieval city, famous its towers and the surrounding landscape.
Volterra 41 km - superb example of architecture of the fifteenth century, also well know for the alabaster.
Castellina in Chianti 38 km
Florence73 km, Pisa 109 km
Montalcino 52 km -attend Vespers at the abbey Sant'Antimo and see the friars file past , singing the mass in Gregorian plainsong.
Thermal bath Bagno Vignoni (San Quirico d'Orcia) 66 km - Roman thermal village where the central square is ....steaming water.
Abbazia di Monte Oliveto (Montepulciano) 70 km -See the illuminated manuscripts and the frescoes of Il Sodoma at the monastery.

Pienza 70 km -example of renaissance town design in the centre of the Val d'Orcia a wonderful and untouched valley. Watch master cheesemakers at work.

Arezzo 83 km -antik market, Perugia 124 km.

For gardens lovers: visit the Italian-style garden of the Celsa Castle and the formal garden, theTebaide park, the Hermitage from Cetinale (4 km) open by appointment.
The Tarot Garden from Niki Saint Phalle in the heart of the Maremma, The Tarot Garden is an artistic park composed by monumental sculptural (12/15 metres high) inspired at the Tarots. Niki de Saint Phalle has created this garden on the hill of Garavicchio near Capalbio in Tuscany.

Parco Naturale della Maremma 81 km -The Maremma distinguishes itself from other areas of Italy thanks to its variety and wealth of natural environments. In order to protect them, many natural reserves and parks have been established. There you can enjoy the Mediterranean scrub in all its infinite variations, not to mention the possibility of seeing wildlife of the area.

How to get there

Tuscany has 2 international airports, one near Pisa (also low cost flights) the other near Florence. At the airports car rentals available (see www.Herzt.com, www.Avis.com if you want to book online).
Ryanair flights London Stansted - Perugia from December 2006
Checkout for flights on www.ryanair.com , www.easyjet.com, www.britishairways.com and www.meridiana.it
www.swiss.com,
Contact us for further details on the best way to reach this property.

Activities near Siena

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The guest house also has the benefit of central heating, one more reason not to rule out a stay in the autumn or winter when perhaps you can visit gallerys, vineyards, manufacturers etc..
W-lan internet access via satellit .
Satellit TV (Astra)

Further details outdoors:
The garden is very large with a lot of lavanders and roses, there are many corners where is possible to have a seat and enjoy the beauty of tuscan landscape.
Several terraces furnished with tables and chairs for eating outside
Garden trampolin, hammock, deckchairs, garden chairs
Usage of the trampoline happens at one's own risk.

Further details

Grilling/Open Fires:
This is generally forbidden during the summer months for safety reasons.

Conditions

Sorry no pets.
Strictly no smoking except outside.

Refundable breakages deposit of € 200 required on arrival.
Rental includes: electricity, heating, firewood, linen, towels, final cleaning

BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS
DEPOSITS: No booking can be accepted unless accompanied by a non-refundable deposit of 25% of the total holiday cost.
PAYMENT: The balance of the rent is payable 6 weeks prior to the date of arrival. Should this payment not have been made by the due date, we reserve the right to cancel your booking and re-rent the house.
CANCELLATION: All cancellation must be confirmed in writing by fax or e-mail. Wherever possible we will attempt to re-rent your cancelled rental period and refund any monies paid less the deposit.
If we are unable to re-rent your cancelled rental period, you remain liable for the full payment.
If for any reason, beyond our control, we have to cancel the client's booking we will refund the amount paid to us in full.
INSURANCE: You are strongly advised to take out an insurance travel policy for holiday cancellation, as referred to in the clause above; for medical cover; and loss of personal goods (e.g. burglary, fire etc.).
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE: Bookings are from 4 pm to 7 pm on the day of arrival, until 12 am on the day of departure.

Rental rates

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	17 Sep 09	1 Jan 10	910£ 827	150136	150136	6 Nights
All year round	1 Jan 10	31 Dec 10	1050£ 955	150136	150136	6 Nights

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	1 Sep 09	1 Jan 10	910£ 827	130118	130118	6 Nights
All year round	1 Jan 10	31 Dec 10	910£ 827	130118	130118	6 Nights

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

ASK FOR DISCOUNT PRICE FOR FAMILIES

Weekly price per accommodation includes: Electricity, Water, Heating, Fire Wood, Gas, Bed Linen and Bath Towels, Final Cleaning. WLAN Internet access.

We can accept payments by bank transfer in Euros.

Any bank transfer fees are the responsibility of the account holder.

Guestbook for Incrociati di Sopra

Dear Maria & Marcel,
Hoping you had a great Christmas and New Year. We would like to thank you for letting us visit your lovely home. We had a fantastic time and the region and land was beautiful. We were very busy and looked at all of the tourist sites. All of your information was very helpful when planning our journey, especially your website. Please tell Aldo that he was also very helpful and a really nice man. I can only hope Aldo found everything in order as we made an effort to put the house back as we found it.
Once again, many thanks and might well be in contact in the future.
Jude and Paul W.- England- (December 2008)

Maria,
Thank you very much for the use of Incrociati. A very comfortable, beautifully restored, wonderfully peaceful and well equipped house with a great garden.
Best regards
Peter N. -England (September 2008)


Dear Maria and Marcel,
We really enjoyed staying at your house. It is such a well kept home, so clean, comfortable and cosy. And what a beautiful garden (or should we rather call it a park?) you have! We loved sitting there, gazing into the woods, sleeping on the hammock, walking around enjoying all the different kind of lovely trees you have. It's such a relaxing place!
You've thought of every single detail which has made our holiday so special. Fresh friut on arrival, tomatoes from Aldo's garden (the most delicious ones we've ever eaten in our lives!), toys for our children, lovely lavender smelling rooms etc etc. We definitely want to come back and enjoy more of this place which is truly unique! Thank you so much for everything!!
love, Örpen, Patrick, Tess and Lilou - Netherlands (August 2008)

Hi Maria,
I would like to say that my family and I very much enjoyed our stay at your cottage.
Please pass our thanks to Aldo for helping us settle in.
Regards,
Lucky P. - England (August 2008)


Hello Maria and Marcel,
Firstly, let me say a big thank you once again for all your hospitality and kindness this past week. It made the week so much richer and pleasurable for me. You are wonderful people to be with.
Brian P. - Canada (May 2008)


Ciao Maria!
I wanted to email you and say thank you so very much for such a lovely stay in your home. Your villa and property were beautiful and it was the perfect location for us to relax for a week.
Aldo ( housekeeper) was great. I hope we left everything in order. We tried to leave everything just as we found it. Mille grazie, Joy B. - USA (July 2008)


Dear Maria,
we enjoyed the tuscan region and all its offerings your residence was comfortable and relaxing, and made our visit oven more enjoyable.
A little different (we live next to the beach) and little the same (we have italian friends at home).
Best wishes L. Family - Australia (October 2007)

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