Casetta Busecchio, Greve in Chianti, Florence and Chianti
Casetta Busecchio is nestled in the hills of the Chianti region, overlooking vineyards and olive groves with beautiful views. This converted stone cottage is an idyllic retreat, surrounded by peaceful countryside and nature., overlooking vineyards and olive groves with beautiful views. This converted stone cottage is an idyllic retreat, surrounded by peaceful countryside and nature.
The nearby village of Lucolena is less than ten minutes away by car, with a restaurant/ pizzeria, bar, grocery store and pharmacy. Supermarkets can be found in Figline Valdarno, while Greve in Chianti, known for its excellent restaurants, is less than half an hour away. Wine lovers can enjoy the many local wineries offering tastings, while Florence, Siena and San Gimignano make wonderful day trips.
Dating back to the 17th century, Busecchio offers a wonderfully rustic experience that guests find charming. Here, you are immersed in nature, with wild boars, porcupines, deer, foxes and black squirrels sometimes seen or heard nearby.
A large stone terrace is perfect for al fresco dining, with another table beneath an old olive tree. The lavender- and rose-filled garden offers peaceful places to relax, while the private pool, set on a lower level, has a furnished terrace and pergola right outside your doorstep.
Inside, terracotta floors, wooden-beam ceilings, whitewashed walls, colourful prints and cosy furnishings create a warm, homely atmosphere. The first floor is accessed via external stairs. Although there is no central heating, firewood is supplied free of charge for the wood-burning stove.
Busecchio is an ideal retreat for those seeking peace, privacy and a close connection with nature.
Ground Floor
Hall
Chair, chest of drawers, wood chest, main entrance.
Lounge
Sofa, armchairs, built-in seating areas, TV, side table, coffee table, wood-burning stove, double doors to terrace.
Dining Room
Dresser, table and chairs, side table, bookshelves, steps to hall, double doors to terrace.
Kitchen
Fully equipped, double doors to terrace, door to front of property.
Bedroom 1
Double bed (can be converted to twins), chair, mosquito-screens
En-suite Bathroom
Bath with handheld shower, sink, WC, mosquito-screens.
First Floor (accessed externally)
Hall
Writing desk and chair, sideboard, chairs, mosquito-screens, entrance from external stairway.
Bedroom 2
Double bed (can be converted to twins), wardrobe, two chests of drawers, chairs, mosquito-screens.
Bedroom 3
Twin beds (can't be converted to a double), wardrobe, chest of drawers, two armchairs, mosquito-screens.
Bathroom
Bath with handheld shower, shower, sink, WC, mosquito-screens.