Siena holiday farmhouse rental, Buonconvento with shared pool, walking, log fire, disabled access, balcony/terrace, rural retreat, TV, DVD

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'Fienile' Cottage (farmhouse)

Home description

Over 600 hectares of wine and cereal production make up this exclusive family run farm/wine estate of the outskirts of Montalcino in the gorgeous region of the Orcia Valley. This charming and cosy two level farmhouse is perfect for families with children, or couples who want to get away from it all! It is a recently converted hay loft which has been transformed into a romantic and unique getaway. The upstairs has been deliberately thought out as a loft and open space with a large bedroom and bathroom with shower. The ground level has a large kitchen and splendid living space with a stone and brick sit-in log fireplace. There is also a double bedroom with twin beds and a private bathroom with shower en suite.This house is ideal for a family of 4 or 2 couples.

The pool at Castelrotto	The Fienile seen from the front side
Century old cypresses along the main entrance access to villa

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The Tuscany region

Presently known as an important agricultural centre on the gentler side of the Sienese Clay Hills. Buonconvento already flourished in ancient times thanks to its particular geographical situation; at the confluence of the Arbia and Ombrone rivers on one hand, and along the route of the all-important mediaeval Via Francigena on the other.

Amongst the numerous sights worth seeing are an uncommon number of fine Liberty-style noble farm-houses. that are scattered amongst the hilltops and valleys all around the area. There are many "castles" as well that one encounters enroute while driving around the countryside,such as the fortress of Bibbiano Guiglieschi, over a thousand years old, the Tower of Bibbiano and the great architectural complex of Castelnuovo Tancredi.

Nearby: Montalcino, San Quirico d' Orcia, Vescovado di Murlo

Siena / Buonconvento area

The main tourist attraction (apart from the typical gastronomic delights such as the Val d'Arbia DOC white wine and vinsanto, or the white truffles from the Sienese Clay Hills) is, however, the important Sacred Art Museum, which houses works from the local churches: amongst these are paintings by Sano di Pietro and Matteo di Giovanni, as well as interesting wooden and marble sculptures.
Distances Siena 28 Km - Florence 95 Km - Pisa 140 Km
After Siena town, the most famous places in the area are:
San Gimignano, famous for its towers
Monteriggioni, the walled town, pretty but very small.
Colle val d' Elsa, is a big town divided into 3 different levels, colle bassa, alta and castle
Castellina in Chianti, the heart of Chianti
Radda in Chianti, for me the prettiest town of the Chianti area
Murlo,a very interesting etruscan museum at Vescovado di Murlo
Asciano, the area nearby and the near Abbey of Monte Oliveto Maggiore
Pienza, the perfect town
Montalcino, the town of the famous wine with many great restaurants
San Quirico d' Orcia ,the door over the Val d' Orcia
Bagno Vignoni ,antique thermal baths
Montepulciano ,beautiful rinascimental town
Radicofani at the foot of the Monte Amiata
Rocca d' Orcia with the imposing tower
Chiusi ,impressive the Duomo and the Etruscan rests
Abbey of San Galgano is definitely worth the visit
Abbey of Sant' Antimo is another must
Twice a year on July 2 and Aug. 16 the famous Palio of Siena takes place and is definitely one of the most popular of italian traditional festivities.

How to get there

Arriving from the North:
Travel on Autostrada A 1 until you reach the exit Firenze Certosa, follow signs to the Superstrada Firenze-Siena. Exit off this road at Siena Sud for the Cassia in the direction of Rome until you reach the town of Buonconvento. From the centre of town, at the crossroad follow signs for Castelnuovo Tancredi in the direction on Murlo. Approx. 3 km from this point.

Arriving from the South:
Travel on Autrostrada A 1 until you reach the exit Chiusi-Chianciano. Always follow signs for Siena and travel on the Cassia in this direction until you reach Buonconvento. At the crossroad, follow signs for Castelnuovo Tancredi in the direction of Murlo.

Activities near Siena

Facilities

Further details indoors:
If you're looking for an ideal vacation spot to relax and enjoy the magnificently unspoilt Siennese countryside while having a swim in the pool, or if your idea of a vacation is making cultural excursions to any of the numerous surrounding hill towns, this spacious stone cottage at the Estate of Castelnuovo Tancredi is the place for you..Bathed in the afternoon with the special sunset light that this area of Tuscany is famous for.,
the Fienile at the hamlet of Castelrotto is strategically positioned for any day trips and excursions to the surrounding towns.

The downstairs open space has a spacious kitchen which is fully equipped with new appliances and has seating for up to 6 people. and the living room with the comfortable sofas and caracteristic stone fireplace, all lead out to the garden through french doors. The upstairs loft bedroom is reachable by a comfortable wooden staircase.

We will be happy to organize a visit and tasting of our wine production and olive oil at our historical cantina upon request. We can also arrange private visits to the other wine producers in the area for tastings if you like. Don't hesitate to ask up for tips and suggestions on places to visit while you are here!

Further details outdoors:
Staying here at the Hamlet of Castelrotto, which means the broken castle, will make you fall in love with the rolling hills of Tuscany and the medieval hilltop towns, the festivals and cultural highlights that this marvelous "undiscovered" region, known as the Val D'Orcia, has to offer. Access to the property off the main road is via a gate, along a white road that winds through the vineyards to lead you to the Hamlet.You'll be enchanted by the light in this particular area ; in fact a world renowned American photographer published a book on the light in this part of Tuscany using the photographs that were taken during one of his many visits here at the property.

This unique antique Hamlet of Castelrotto has a large shared in ground swimming pool that measures 6 m. x 4 m. that is immersed in the olive trees on a slope that faces the valley of the Ombrone river. It is composed of 3 separate and independent accommodations, one of which is the Fienile.

The "Casa Nuova" , and The "Fagiania", or Pheasant house, compose the other properties that are part of the Castelrotto hamlet. They are both situated on the second floor of their respective farmhouses and each has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, one of which is with a bath in addition to the shower. Three of these rooms have single beds and one room has a double bed. The large living rooms have country style sit-in log burning fireplaces while large eat- in kitchens have antique dining tables. Both of these apartments are decorated with a contemporary and comfortable style using original antiques that belong to the family. These apartments can accommodate very comfortably up to 8 guests. Special requests are also honoured for additional beds.

We are only a stone's throw away from Montalcino, a wine lovers dream, in fact you can see it perched on the neighbouring hilltop, and Siena and Pienza are just a little over a 30 minute drive away. There are numerous other historical towns to visit in the area.

Further details

We also have 2 large apartments on the first floor of their respective farmhouses which are also part of the histroical hamlet that we call Castelrotto.. These other accommodations are ideal for families with children and have 4 double bedrooms. Please don't hesistate to contact us for any information.

Conditions

We also arrange gorgeous country style weddings and can accommodate the wedding party itself. Please contact us for more information and we can send you some photographs of these events.
Our estate is one of the largest and well known in the Orcia Valley region.
Wine tastings for your party can be arranged at our historical cantina as well as horse driven carriage rides throughout the countryside

Rental rates

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Low season x 4 pers.	18 Feb 09	31 May 09	950£ 864	0-	0-	1 Week
High season for 4 pp.	12 Aug 09	11 Sep 09	1200£ 1,091	0-	0-	1 Week
Low Season x 4 pp.	11 Sep 09	18 Dec 09	900£ 818	0-	0-	1 Week

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Low season for 2 pp	18 Feb 09	31 May 09	600£ 545	0-	0-	1 Week
High season for 2 pp	12 Aug 09	16 Sep 09	750£ 682	0-	0-	1 Week
Low season for 2 pp.	16 Sep 09	19 Dec 09	600£ 545	0-	0-	1 Week

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

We have a minimum stay request of 3 nights at 45,oo euros per person per night throughout the year with the exception of our high season period.

The bathrooms are equipped with 3 towels,per person,and a hair dryer.

We supply kitchen towels as well. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN POOL TOWELS!!

Final cleaning is included in the weekly rental cost. Linens and sheets are changed once a week on Saturday usually. Arrangements can be made for additional cleaning and cooking services with sufficient notice. We also will prepare a welcome basket of fruits, pasta, wine ,bread, and 1st.breakfast if needed.

Christmas time , New Years, Easter are considered High Season.

The above rates do not include special requests for maid/cook service, which can be arranged with notice before your arrival.

Please note that heating during the winter period is not included in the rental price. A complementary basket of wood for the fire will welcome you , extra logs are at an extra cost.

We can also arrange a basic provision shopping for you if requested.

We request a deposit of 20% of the rental cost in order to confirm the booking for you, with the remaining amount of the rental due one month prior to your arrival.

We also request a breakage and damage deposit of 200 euros upon arrival which will be returned upon your departure if everything is returned as is,naturally!

We accept bank transfers and cheques in euros and british pounds.

Guestbook for 'Fienile' Cottage

Thanks again for the fabulous time we had at Castelrotto, Fienile, for the week of New Years! It was the perfect spot for our group of friends to celebrate all together for the holiday. the homes are so cozy and well decorated, couldn't say enough good things about Castelnuovo Tancredi!! We will definitely return! Francesca Ferrari, Jan. 11,2009

Many thanks Lee, Guido and Franco for your hospitaly during our holiday getaway for the New Years weekend. We had a wonderful time enjoying the surrounding towns and relaxing by the blazing fire in the evening. The Fienle and Castelrotto will definintely see us again in the very near future! Veronica. V, Roma, Jan. 14, 2009

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