Francigena 6 Montaione, Tuscany, Italy

A charming apartment, at one end of a traditional Tuscan country house, in the heart of the stunning Chianti landscape.

Set in extensive, well-kept grounds, with a shared swimming pool, this sensitively converted home is the perfect holiday retreat. The whole property has been divided into 8 parts, each with a private terrace area. The apartment, which is the most private of all the apartments, has 2 charming bedrooms and can sleep up to 6 people.

This unusual conversion is full of light, with large windows and glass doors leading directly out on to a private terrace and garden. There are terracotta tiled floors throughout and the ceilings are made from traditional wooden beams with terracotta tiles.

The spacious living room has an open fireplace, a sofa and two comfortable armchairs. The attractive kitchen is at the far end of the room, next to the wooden dining table. It is tastefully decorated with painted wooden cabinets and plenty of counter space. It is well-equipped with a cooker hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge and coffee machine.

Outside, the private terrace has another dining table, chairs and a large parasol for shade. There is another private area with a parasol and sun loungers where guests can relax.

The large, shared swimming pool has multiple sun-loungers and parasols where guests can relax. The pool has a special hydrotherapy seating area to ease away any tension. There is also a charming, green pergola with tables and seats which all guests can enjoy.

Sleeping
Bedroom 1: A charming pink bedroom, traditionally furnished with a wrought iron double bed and chest of drawers, with views out over the gardens and a bathroom ensuite.
Bedroom 2: This spacious bedroom on the ground floor has 2 single beds which can be joined. There is a large wooden wardrobe and drawers.
Extra: The sofa in the living room converts into a comfortable double bed.

Bathrooms
Bathroom 1: En suite to the master bedroom, this modern tiled bathroom, on the ground floor, has a glass fronted shower, basin, bidet and WC.
Bathroom 2: On the ground this tiled bathroom consists of a shower, basin, bidet and WC.

Additional
• Free Wifi • Outside dining area • Shared swimming pool • Satellite TV • Shared washing machine (payment required) • Air conditioning • Central heating & open fire place • Mosquito netting on windows • Child friendly • Cot available on request • Suitable for elderly • Parking places,car essential for your visit • Waste disposal

Extra charges
Electricity, which covers Air-Conditioning and Heating consumption, must also be paid on the spot and based on consumption at € 0,40 kw/h.
A town tax of €1/day per person (over 14 years old) needs to be paid at the property for up to 6 days.
A Refundable Security Deposit of €200 must be paid in cash at the time of check-in.

Please note check-in time is between 16.00-20.00 and check-out time is between 08.00-10.00. Any other check-in/out time has to be previously agreed upon.

For larger groups, there are other apartments available in the same property. Please look at Refs: 5531, 5532 and 5534

Location
The property is wonderfully located to allow guests access to some of the most beautiful spots in Tuscany. Just a 40 minute drive from the hilltop town of San Gimignano, 1hour and 5 minutes from the center of Florence and 1 hour from Siena, guests will be spoiled for choice as to where to visit during their stay.

There are many local restaurants offering delicious local cuisine and food shopping is easy, with Castelfiorentino a 12 minute drive away. Castelfiorentino’s Saturday market will inspire guests to cook with the best local ingredients, sold directly from the farms. The market is divided into two sections: Home wares and clothing, then food where you can buy everything from meat and cheese to the freshest fruit and vegetables.

For a fashionable shopping experience The Mall Firenze in Leccio (1 hour and 10 minutes drive) offers a tempting range of designer outlet stores. Here you will find Fendi, Etro, Gucci and many more labels at reduced prices.

More active guests will find tennis courts in Castelfiorentino (12 minutes) and a golf course at FootGolf, San Miniato (20 minutes)

Florence’s international airport is just a 40 minute drive from the property and Pisa airport only 45 minutes away by car.

Pay at the booking: bedlinen, towels, cleaning 175 Euro