At Home Abroad - Vivo D'Orcia
BEAUTIFUL 18TH CENTURY TUSCAN FARMHOUSE
WTH PRIVATE POOL

This lovely farmhouse, deep in the Tuscan countryside,  has been restored to perfection. It is perched 400 feet above sea level with panoramic views over the wide Vivo d'Orcia valley, its vineyards and olive groves. It is a perfect retreat for writer or artist  wishing am elegant hideaway well away from urban woes. 

The villa is approached by 4 kilometers of country road and the nearest village is about 15-20 minutes drive.. The famous towns of Montepulciano, Pienza and Montalcino are within striking distance,  Florence 2 hours, Siena 1 hour.

The gardens are beautifully landscaped and offer oak trees, lavender in season (June/July) roses, broom, rosemary and sage. The private pool ( 12 x 30 ft) has an outdoor shower.  A vine-covered pergola with table and chairs provides a romantic spot for alfresco dining.

The very inviting furnishings include comfortable sofas and chairs with fabric  from famous weavers in Arezzo and Pienza; the bathrooms have pretty striped tiles from the Amalfi coast.

 
Amenities include: washing machine, dryer, CD-stereo, satellite TV, hair dryer, toaster, 4 fans, crib and high chair. There is no phone but a mobile is available for rent which functions with prepaid chips.
 

The Accommodations: on two levels, comprise: spacious living room with fireplace, family TV room with game gable, dine in kitchen with windows overlooking the garden, 4 Bedrooms (two with queen, two with twins) and 4 ensuite bathrooms. A local lady can prepare delicious meals for you and advance shopping can be arranged as well as housekeeping service.

Rentals are Saturday-Saturday.   

For further information, ask for Ref C-644

 

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