Located in the Merse Valley, our ancient stone farmhouse is nestled in the hills. You'll appreciate the view from home; its central location makes it perfect for a relaxing holiday immersed in nature, exploring Siena and Tuscany's most beautiful villages.
The interior layout is truly unique. The house - wich originally was a stable - has been renovated basing on an artist's project. You'll find religious symbols throughout the house (in the small windows of the downstairs bathrooms and in the upside bedroom), as well as the Judas tree situated in front of the house. These symbols represent the artist's strong religious beliefs. The house's orientation (especially on the top suite) and the strong relation builded both with the landscape and the light movement during the day, makes this home really special to us.
The apartment is spread over three levels, with two spacious bedrooms, each one with an adjacent bathroom, a large living room on the ground floor with wood-burning fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen on the middle level, and Wi-Fi.
All is perfect to relax with a glass of red tuscan wine, some good music and a good book. A tiny outdoor space is available for breakfast and for your pets, which we happily welcome.
Free parking is available in the public street in front of the apartment.
The house is located in the small village of Fontazzi, twenty minutes from Siena.
In Casciano di Murlo (less than 2 km from home) small supermarket, pharmacy, bakery, post office, bars, ATM, tobacco shop are available.
Less than one hour drive in all directions you will be immersed in the magic atmosphere of Pienza, San Gimignano, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Buonconvento, Bagno Vignoni, Monteriggioni, San Quirico d'Orcia, Colle Val d'Elsa, San Casciano dei Bagni, Cetona, Castellina in Chianti, Radicofani, wich are all easily reachable, and of course Siena (20 min.) with its cathedral and art galleries, Piazza del Campo and many others.
Nearby there are natural spa, as Petriolo, Chianciano Terme, Bagno Vignoni and Rapolano, where you can enjoy thermal waters and spa treatments.
Incredible architectures in San Galgano's Abbey, Sant'Antimo Abbey and Monte Oliveto Maggiore Abbey with its beautiful paintings dedicated to Saint Benedict's life. Drive through the lunar landscape of the Crete Senesi or take a walk along the freezing Brenna River!
Everything around our house tastes of Tuscany, you will be immersed in one of the most beautiful landscape in the world: welcome in the middle of colline senesi!
Tuscan's cuisine and wines are an essential part of the trip. The Chianti area is one of the world's wine capital. Nearby lots of restaurants, wine shops, small wine producers can be visited.
Florence also is one hour's drive.
I will be happy to guide you and offer advice on discovering a less-touristic side of Tuscany. The house has independent heating, hot water and gas in the kitchen. The living room features a wood-burning fireplace for cozy winter evenings. For particularly warm summer nights, there are portable ceiling fans. The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, dishes, cutlery, pots and pans, a coffee maker, and all the utensils needed for storing and preparing meals. A refrigerator, oven, and washing machine are also included. A professional cleaning service allows us to provide clean and fresh beddings and towels.
