Vacation Rental with Cooking lessons in Siena

Colle Val d'Elsa - RIF. S189

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Siena  

These lovely rental apartments in Tuscany are located on a plateau in the heart of the Chianti countryside at only 5 km from Colle Val d’Elsa, internationally renowned for the production of crystal glassware and art. Surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, the residence was originally a medieval hamlet and has been renovated preserving the details of the original structures such as the staggered roofs, the porticoes, the terraces and the stone walls. Inside these holiday accommodations are furnished in the typical Tuscan style with terracotta tile flooring, wooden beam ceilings and built-in kitchens. A park extends among the individual holiday apartments, including a pleasant swimming pool (11x8 mt), a solarium (10x10 mt) and a lovely lawn shaded by mulberry-trees, pines, oaks and cypresses. Next to the pool and the park is a charming, large restaurant (open during the week ends) with stone walls, a big fireplace, and wooden beams, available to all guests, and also a perfect location for weddings, ceremonies and parties.
These accommodations in Chianti are in an ideal position for all those seeking peace and quiet far from the madding crowd, but also a perfect point of departure for visiting the beautiful attractions of this region, such as Monteriggioni, at 10km, San Gimignano 20km and Volterra 30km, as well as most Tuscan art centres such as Siena, 24km, and Florence 60km. The farmhouse also offers the possibility of tasting the wines produced here on the e 
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Castiglione d'Orcia - RIF. S196

Accommodation Type: Villas
Area: Val d'Orcia   Position: Countryside
Province : Siena  

This beautiful holiday home in the Val d’Orcia, surrounded by gently rolling hills, is near Castiglione d’Orcia (12km), just a few kilometres from the famous spa waters at Bagno Vignoni (10km) and Bagni San Filippo (7km). Surrounded by peace and quiet this lovely farmhouse is on two floors and can comfortably accommodate up to 17 people. On the ground floor there is a large hall divided into a kitchen with island, a sitting room with fireplace and dining area. This room has direct access to the garden and a gazebo. On the ground floor there are also two other kitchens with fireplace and sitting room area, with direct access to the garden and four double bedrooms, each with en-suite bathrooms fitted with showers, of which two have wrought iron staircases leading to a gallery with a single bed. On the first floor there is a fourth kitchen with wood-burning stove and a sitting room area, a double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower and another double bedroom with a bathtub in the room, an en-suite bathroom fitted with shower and a wooden staircase leading to a gallery with single bed. There is the possibility of adding 2 pouf beds, suitable for children.
Outside one can relax and read in the large garden, fully equipped with outdoor furniture and barbecue, table tennis table, table football and a wonderful panoramic swimming pool (15x7,50 mt, open May-Oct) overlooking the fields of the farm estate. The owners, in fact, run an organic farm and grow cereals as wel 
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S. Casciano dei Bagni - RIF. S225

Accommodation Type: Villas
Area: Val d'Orcia   Position: Countryside
Province : Siena  

This beautiful villa for rent in Italy is located on the border between Tuscany and Lazio near the spa village of San Casciano dei Bagni (9km), member of “the most beautiful villages in Italy”, “I borghi più belli d’Italia”, association. Originally the hunting lodge of the lords of the Castle of Proceno, this villa sits on a hilltop overlooking the serene Tuscian countryside, where vestiges of the Etruscans still survive. The house, elegantly furnished, can comfortably accommodate 12 people and is on two floors. On the ground floor there is an entrance with vaulted ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen with contiguous breakfast room, a large living room with fireplace separated by an arch from the dining room, a double divan bed, a bathroom with shower, a double bedroom and another dining room with fully equipped kitchenette. On the first floor there is a living room with open-hearth fireplace, a study with stairs leading to a gallery with twin beds ideal for children, a double bedroom, a bathroom with shower, another double bedroom with en-suite bathroom on two levels (the bathtub on the gallery enjoys a magnificent view from the bedroom’s windows), a double bedroom (easily transformed into twin bedded) with en-suite bathroom fitted out with shower and another double bedroom with mini-bar and en-suite bathroom fitted out with bathtub. Outside a covered veranda furnished with fireplace, barbecue and large dining table offers an ideal location for al fresco dining. T 
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Gaiole in Chianti - RIF. S245

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Siena  

This lovely 11th century castle for holiday rental in the Chianti Classico area is a tiny, medieval hamlet located at 10 km from Gaiole in Chianti. Built around the year 1000 by the noble family of Guidi, today it is an esteemed wine estate with self catering holiday apartments, where visitors can relax and enjoy a unique atmosphere enclosed in wonderful scenery. The hamlet is on the slope of a hill, at 450 m height above sea level, surrounded by a breathtaking scenery made of gently rolling hills, dotted with vineyards, olive groves as well as oak and chestnut woods, and reached by a practicable 4km dirt road. All accommodations have private outdoor space and internet connection. Most apartments are in the old castle, while some are in a building close to the swimming-pool at 200 mt from the main building. On the grounds, guests also have access to the restaurant, made out of an ancient oil mill, where one can enjoy typical local dishes together with the wine made on the estate.
In a perfect combination between comfort and tradition, here guests can enjoy nature, discover Chianti, go horse riding and wine tasting. These holiday apartments in Chianti are also in a perfect location for visiting most Tuscan art centres such as Florence, Siena, Arezzo, San Gimignano and Volterra. 
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Vagliagli - RIF. S48

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Siena  

This holiday accommodation in Tuscany is located in the Chianti area, near Siena, of which one can enjoy the wonderful view while driving along the gravel road bordered with cypresses, olive trees and rows of roses. Surrounded by a sea of vineyards, covering the sweet rolling hills around, this wine estate consists of four farmhouses converted into 9 charming apartments restored in respect of the pure Tuscan style by preserving the terracotta floors, wood beamed ceilings and stonewalls. Each apartment has modern comforts and independent entrances as well as a car park and a terrace, a garden or a porch from which to admire a wonderful view over Siena or the valley. All the apartments can be rented starting from a minimum of 2 days (low season.
Other facilities are a laundry service, a swimming pool, mountain bikes, and barbecues. Wine and olive oil tasting can be organized with a visit to the property’s wine cellar and relevant explanation. Also possibility of organizing interesting tours and activities of the territory as well as cooking lessons at the farmhouse or in Siena, depending on the number of participants.
In these villas with pool in Chianti one can enjoy a homely atmosphere and be taken care of, far from the madding crowd. Books are at client’s disposal for some relax in the afternoons, special breakfasts are prepared with homemade cakes, and one can also enjoy listening about the history of the farm and its surroundings and be shown along the pl 
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Vagliagli - RIF. S201

Accommodation Type: Bed and Breakfast
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Siena  

This holiday accommodation in Tuscany is located in the Chianti area, near Siena, of which one can enjoy the wonderful view while driving along the gravel road bordered with cypresses, olive trees and rows of roses. Surrounded by a sea of vineyards, covering the sweet rolling hills around, this wine estate consists of four farmhouses converted into 4 Suite Bedrooms and 10 charming apartments restored in respect of the pure Tuscan style by preserving the terracotta floors, wood beamed ceilings and stonewalls. Each room has modern comforts, beautiful Tuscan furniture and independent terrace and entrance; from the rooms one can enjoy a wonderful view over Siena or the valley. Breakfast service included.
Other facilities are a laundry service, a swimming pool, mountain bikes, and barbecues. Wine and olive oil tastings can be organized with a visit to the property’s wine cellar and relevant explanation. Also possibility of organizing interesting tours and activities of the territory as well as cooking lessons at the farmhouse or in Siena, depending on the number of participants.
In this bed and breakfast with pool in Chianti one can enjoy a homely atmosphere and be taken care of, far from the madding crowd. Books are at client’s disposal for some relax in the afternoons, special breakfasts are prepared with homemade cakes, and one can also enjoy listening about the history of the farm and its surroundings and be shown along the pleasant routes in the Chianti area. 
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Vagliagli - RIF. S248

Accommodation Type: Holiday Farmhouse
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Siena  

These holiday apartments in Tuscany are part of an estate situated in the Chianti Classico area, just 13 km from Siena, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, in a peaceful place far from the traffic and bustle. The origins of the Castle date back to 1070, but following the battles between Siena and Florence it had to be rebuilt various times. 20 self-catering accommodations have been created in three of the farmhouses, where the estate workers have lived since the Late Middle Ages. At 250 mt from the Castle, these holiday flats are situated around the swimming pool. Each apartment, typically furnished in the Tuscan farmhouse style, has its own private entrance and outdoor area whether they are on the ground or first floor. On the estate, guests have access to the restaurant, which serves delicious local dishes, and to the wine-tasting hall, where together with the wines one can also savour the vin santo and olive oil produced by the estate. On the grounds, besides the swimming pool (15x7 mt, open from May to October), there is a gazebo and a barbecue. Furthermore, on the estate, there is also a little chapel which can be used for private ceremonies. Other facilities: internet connection at the reception.
These holiday homes in Chianti are in an ideal location for all those seeking peace and quiet but also a perfect point of departure for visiting the beautiful attractions of this incredible region as well as most Tuscan art centres such as Siena, San Gimign 
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Pienza - RIF. S271

Accommodation Type: Villas
Area: Val d'Orcia   Position: Countryside
Province : Siena  

This lovely 18th century villa with swimming-pool in Val d’Orcia is located near Pienza, surrounded by the gently rolling hills of this magnificent countryside. This tastefully furnished villa can comfortably accommodate up to 15 people and consists of 2 large sitting rooms, 2 fully equipped kitchens and one dining room. There are six double bedrooms (of which 1 can be made up as twin), 2 single bedrooms and 8 bathrooms (various Jacuzzis in some, 2 with bathtubs, 3 with double shower heads and 3 fitted with showers of which one at the swimming-pool). There is air-conditioning in all the rooms.
Outside there is a large garden (5 hectares) fully equipped with outdoor furniture and barbecue for dining alfresco and a lovely 24x4 m saltwater swimming-pool (open Apr-Oct), of which 6 meters are indoors. This villa is in an ideal location both for those wishing to spend a quiet and pleasant vacation in the countryside, far from the madding crowd, and for those who have cultural and art interests with Montepulciano at 10 km, Montalcino at 15, Cortona at 25 and Siena at 40. Nearby the ancient spa towns of Bagno Vignoni and San Filippo. The surrounding farm estates offer the possibility of cheese, wine and olive oil tastings. The nearest shops and restaurants are in Pienza at 6 km.
In the rental quote are included: a welcome typical dinner with our Tuscan mamma, a maid service 3h each day (common areas, not on Sunday), cleaning of the house on Wednesday and Saturday, change of 
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Radda in Chianti - RIF. S373

Accommodation Type: Villas
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Siena  

This old stone cottage was built in the 7th century and externally still preserves its original architecture, while inside it has been completely renovated and converted into an elegant, luxury home for holidays.
It is located at 7 km from Radda in Chianti, the heart of this beautiful wine region, and set in a huge wine estate with olive grove. Within this setting, this wonderful villa seems to rise like an antique tower dominating the picturesque hills. Here you can stroll in the garden, surrounded by innumerable flowers, and taste its figs or blackberries, or enter the kitchen garden and pick seasonal organic products. On a hot, summer’s day, you can take a dip in the pool (11 x 5 m, 150 cm deep, fenced for the safeguard of children), or decide to keep fit with the very well-equipped gym. Otherwise, you can just take a nap in the shade, read a good book or simply enjoy the silence of nature.

The house is located within a winery surrounded by its vineyard. This means, that during the day, the entire 9 hectares won’t be at your total availability, because there might be workers working around the cellar, as well as guests visiting the wine tasting rooms. Only the villa and pool are at your exclusive use.

The outdoor space consists of a swimming pool, gazebo with al fresco dining furniture, a roof terrace to enjoy the spectacular view over the charming Tuscan hills, and a children’s tree-house and playground. A 6 km driveway, a typical Tuscan dirt road, leads to the 
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Radda in Chianti - RIF. S374

Accommodation Type: Villas
Area: Chianti   Position: Countryside
Province : Siena  

This charming wine estate with panoramic views is located on the hills at just 1.5 km from Radda in Chianti, a lovely medieval village in the heart of this wine region. The old stone villa was originally an observation post looking out over the valley; today it has been fully renovated with modern comforts yet maintaining the traditional Tuscan architectural characteristics such as archways, vaulted ceilings, irregular stone walls and large windows.

The villa is set within a large garden with barbecue area, wood-fired brick pizza oven, a children’s playground, a saltwater swimming pool (12x5 m, from 140 to 200 cm deep, open May-September, and it can be heated) with Roman steps, as well as a wonderful veranda with tables and chairs, ideal for al fresco dining in peaceful contemplation of the surrounding countryside.

The villa is huge, 900 sq m, elegantly furnished with a creative design, and set on three levels. It is fully air conditioned, and has free Wi-Fi.
Lower ground floor: a wine cellar with a selection of wines for sale; a gym room with weights, rowing machine, bicycle, yoga equipment, TV; a spa room with Turkish bath, basin and shower; a bathroom with bathtub, and a bathroom with shower; a laundry (washing machine and dryer, but only the housekeeper has access).
Ground floor: large sitting room with two sofas and two armchairs, Sat-TV and fireplace, stereo system and DVD player, a 12-seat dining room with Sat-TV and drinks cabinet, a fully equipped professio 
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