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The villa offers 10 bedrooms, comprising 6 elegant double rooms and 2 spacious suites , all with unsuited or private bathrooms and can therefore accommodate generously up to 20 guests. All bedrooms and the two first floor suites are fully air-conditioned
The furnishings are in a refined Tuscan country style with a select number of restored antique pieces. The fittings and furnishings are of the highest quality: exposed beam ceilings, old Tuscan terracotta floors, specially aged parquet flooring in all bedrooms, grès and terracotta tiled bathrooms with marble and antique wood fittings. The colors washed walls in light pastel tones create a relaxing comfortable country feel.
The extremely spacious ground floor living area opens out through a series of original Tuscan brick archways. On the one side a cozy sitting/reading room offers Sat TV and VCR facilities, then around the corner the superb main lounge area is dominated by a great old Tuscan fireplace. The magnificent double-dining area features a beautiful heavy antique main table that opens up to seat more than 25 guests quite easily. Large, highly functional and very pretty country kitchen fully equipped.
The spectacular infinity pool is strategically placed and enjoys superb exposure from sunrise to sunset. The pool is shaded by a beautiful loggia, which is an open Tuscan brickwork, terracotta tiled, and veranda. Furnished with the most sumptuous, teak, colonial style furniture , the loggia overlooks and leads directly down onto the poolside sun terrace. Adjacent to the loggia is a larger than large open barbecue and grill, with roasting spit, large stone washbasin and work area.
The beautifully landscaped garden offers extensive Mediterranean shrub and herbaceous borders; rose and lavender gardens, pine and cypress trees, an olive grove and a large flat lawn area, which is an ideal, play area for children. Both the pool and gardens are lit at night. Tuscan XVII is highly spacious and offers total comfort. An ideal location for family reunions, gatherings or groups of friends.
Once a distinguished old Tuscan farmhouse, Tuscan XVII has been completely restored to its original splendor. A winding, tree-lined, private country road leads to the property, which is situated within its own gated grounds and gardens. Tuscan XVII boasts views full circle while the neighboring hill towns of Montaione, Gambassi and Castelfiorentino are visible on the horizon.
Not to be missed in your area: visit to San Gimignano and the magic Volterra.
Atop one of the hills that dominate the Elsa Valley , stands San Gimignano, the ancient medieval city, which still preserves its roots and its works of art.
Highlights which must be seen are the Collegiate Church, one of the most famous in the world, containing frescoes by Benozzo Gozzoli and Ghirlandaio, and the Museo Civico with its collection of apothecary jars from the Spezieria di Santa Fina.
Besides its famous Vernaccia wine, San Gimignano's many shops offer the products of typical Tuscan artisans, marked by the skill and tradition handed down from father to son, from boar sausages to cheeses, from terracotta to hand-made pottery, to leather goods.
The “magic and mysterious” city of Volterra has its roots in three thousand years of history. It is possible to find evidence and traces from every historical period, which gives the artistic city a unique aspect.
Volterra, besides being city of many museums, it is rich in natural beauty. There are organized excursions on foot, on horse back or by bicycle along kilometers of sign posted itineraries enabling visitors to discover unique and beautiful places. Volterra is also famous for the regional gastronomical specialties and for the warm hospitality offered to visitors.
During the summer period there are many cultural events like the annual festival Volterra Teatro, classical and contemporary music concerts, exhibitions and folklore events that enable visitors to enjoy a rich and varied holiday
Atop one of the hills that dominate the Elsa Valley, stands San Gimignano, the ancient medieval city, which still preserves its roots and its works of art. Highlights which must be seen are the Collegiate Church, one of the most famous in the world, containing frescoes by Benozzo Gozzoli and Ghirlandaio, and the Museo Civico with its collection of apothecary jars from the Spezieria di Santa Fina. Besides its famous Vernaccia wine, San Gimignano’s many shops offer the products of typical Tuscan artisans, marked by the skill and tradition handed down from father to son, from boar sausages to cheeses, from terracotta to hand-made pottery, to leather goods.
The “magic and mysterious” city of Volterra has its roots in three thousand years of history. It is possible to find evidence and traces from every historical period, which gives the artistic city a unique aspect. Volterra, besides being city of many museums, it is rich in natural beauty. There are organized excursions on foot, on horse back or by bicycle along kilometers of sign posted itineraries enabling visitors to discover unique and beautiful places. Volterra is also famous for the regional gastronomical specialties and for the warm hospitality offered to visitors. During the summer period there are many cultural events like the annual festival Volterra Teatro, classical and contemporary music concerts, exhibitions and folklore events that enable visitors to enjoy a rich and varied holiday.
Please note... It is advisable to rent a car when staying at Tuscan XVII as the nearest shops and restaurants are 5 - 6km away
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