PETIROSSO: Peaceful apt close to Tuscany 's best treasures, 1 mile from shops
THE PROPERTY The landscape surrounding the little hamlet of Gavignano is completely quiet and unspoiled, making a perfect setting for a country holiday, ideal for gentle walks and picnics. The towers of S. Gimignano are just visible across the valley. Podere OLiveta which translates as 'Olive grove Farm' consists of 5 different apartments which enjoy a pretty location up in the hills. Podere Oliveta is located in a certified carbon neutral area that means no air pollution . Each apartment has its own independent entrance and own garden area with barbecue. Much careful thought has gone into decoration, furnishing and ensuring the apartments are equipped down to the last detail. There is a swimming pool surrounded by a sun terrace which has stunning views overlooking the rolling olive clad hills, the sprinkling of cypresses trees and the majestic towers of S. Gimignano in the distance. Local wine and olive oil can be bought nearby.
Podere Oliveta is a good choice for exploring central Tuscany. The main attractions of the region can be reached very easily. The highway which connects Florence to Siena is only 3 km distant. And the villa's location only 3 km from the railway station of Poggibonsi is a good base to visit Florence and Siena even without a car: You can park your car in Poggibonsi (free parking behind the railway station) and take the train in both directions. During the week, trains to Florence/Siena and back go regularly (approx. every 1. hour). The train ride takes about 30 minutes to Siena and 1. hour to Florence. In Florence the train will take you to the main train station which is right in the centre of Florence - it is just a short walk from the station 'Santa Maria Novella' to the Cathedral or the Uffizi. In Siena the railway station is located approx. 1 km from centre, and you may have to take a bus to reach the old town on top of the hill or take the escalator. ______________________________________________
THE APARTMENT PETTIROSSO is the most inviting flat with its own quiet spacious garden with good tubs, furniture and barbecue and a private balcony. A green painted iron staircase leads up to the balcony, well equipped to eat outside or sunbathe. French windows open into the spacious bedroom, with wrought iron bedsteads and sunny yellow curtains and covers. The well fitted shower room is white and furnished with terracotta; and the very comfortable living room with a neat kitchen corner again opens onto the balcony. This is a secluded and charming place to stay. ______________________________________________
LOCATION Nearest travel links: Airport : Florence : 40 Km. Railway : Poggibonsi : 3 Km. Tuscany has 2 international airports , one near Pisa (also low cost flights) the other in Florence. Sports and leisure : La Badia Golf Club ( 8 holes) is only 7 km. from the property Castelfalfi golf club (18 holes) is 25 kms away
Pleasure and relaxation are guaranteed by the treatments with thermal sring water at: Gambassi Terme ( 15 km.) Rapolano Terme with beautiful outdoor hot sring water ( 40 km .)
Play tennis at the tennis club ( 1,8 km . )
Walk freely for miles from the property through the hills of chianti passing by vineyards, woods and stunning views .
You can taste our wine directly from the producers nearby .
During your stay you may have cooking lessons nearby (please book in advance)
Restaurants: Several of Italy's top restaurants are within close driving distance including the two Michelin stars 'Arnolfo' Restaurant, in Colle val d'Elsa where you can enjoy renowned chef Gaetano Trovato's delicacies, and famous fish restaurants like ' Alcide ' and 'La Galleria' in Poggibonsi . the area is full of small ' Trattoria ' where you can enjoy typical tuscan food. ______________________________________________
REVIEWS We are proud to have gathered more than 50 5-STAR REVIEWS on our 5 listings over the years! As we understand it is important for our guests to read reviews before booking and ensure you are selecting the best property for you, you can check our other beautiful apartments and see the quality of services we offer to our guests. To check our apartments, please copy/paste the listing number in the 'Where' search box above the pictures and click 'Search': - Gufo: listing number 8942173 - Falco: listing number 8942168 - Passero: listing number 8942143 - Rondine: listing number 8942159
Property was just as described. Photos were accurate. Bare essentials for a stay as in most places cooking essentials are at bare minimum. But we got by just fine. Pool was a big plus after a day of site seeing. We hope to return some day.
Perfekte Lage! Sauber, gut ausgestattet und geschmackvoll eingerichtet.
Perfekt gelegen fĂŒr Touren in die gesamte Toskana! Trotz einer deutlich verspĂ€teten Anreise mitten in der Nacht ist der Vermieter Fabio freundlich und hilfsbereit zur SchlĂŒsselĂŒbergabe und Einweisung erschienen. Dank seiner Hilfe haben wie uns gut zurecht gefunden, konnten am Morgen direkt einkaufen (Zur Not hĂ€tte er uns auch das Notwendigste in den KĂŒhlschrank gelegt!) und die erste Excursion starten. Selbst mit unserem Fiat 500 lieĂen sich alle Ziele wunderbar erkunden.
Das Appartement ist sauber und gut ausgestattet. Die Betten sind bequem auch fĂŒr groĂe und schwere Personen. Im Bad mit wunderbar heiĂer, krĂ€ftiger Dusche gibt es sogar ein Bidet! Die Ausstattung mit Laken und HandtĂŒchern (klein, mittel, groĂ x2 + KĂŒchenhandtuch) guter QualitĂ€t ist ausreichend, allerdings empfiehlt sich die Mitnahme eines weiteren Lakens, wenn man die Tage in einem der tollen natĂŒrlichen ThermalbĂ€der ausklingen lassen möchte. Die Heizung fĂŒr kĂŒhle Herbstabende funktionierte tadellos. FrĂŒhstĂŒcksbalkon und Garten sind fĂŒr 2 Personen perfekt ausgestattet. Die frĂŒhmorgendliche Abreise war wiederum dank des flexiblen Vermieters sehr unkompliziert. Der Pool war leider im Oktober schon geschlossen.
Wir haben uns in unserer kleinen Wohnung sehr wohl gefĂŒhlt, der Pool ist sehr sauber und man hat von dort einen schönen Blick in die Landschaft. Florenz und Siena sind per Zug sehr gut zu erreichen. Um etwas einzukaufen braucht man ein Auto, ein sehr schöner Supermarkt ist nicht weit entfernt. Geschirr in der KĂŒche ist sehr knapp aber ausreichend vorhanden. Der Vermieter Fabio ist sehr sympathisch und spricht sehr gur Englisch.
GĂŒnter G.
10/10 â Excellent
Thomas K.
5 sept. 2016
Super gemĂŒtliche, stilvoll eingerichtete FeWo
Sehr schöne, stilvoll eingerichtete Ferienwohnung fĂŒr 2; mit Klima/Pool und allem notwendigen.
Etwas abgelegen, daher sehr ruhig und dennoch zentral zu den Top-orten der Toscana:
Florenz, Siena, Pisa.
Sehr gut ! Und dann ein netter Verwalter, noch besser!
We liked the Tuscan style of the property and it was very spacious for 2 people.
The position of the property was perfect, ideally suited for visiting all the main places of interest. The pool was superb and had fabulous views of the area and San Gimnano. Fabio and his wife were very friendly and made us feel very welcome. I would recommend this property to friends and family without hesitation.
Rob Y.
10/10 â Excellent
Tania S.
5 oct. 2015
GemĂŒtlich
Sehr schöne Unterkunft und sehr praktisch und nach von allem gelegen!!! Die Besitzer, sehr sympathisch und nett!!