PROPERTY OVERVIEW • 23 bedrooms • Up to 46 guests • Air conditioning and wi-fi • Enchanting gathering spaces • 2 swimming pools • 4 Cots and 6 highchairs available A unique experience is available for those who want to savour Italy like never before: living with loved ones and friends in a small medieval village, in the intimate, renovated houses that compose it and together in the theatre, in the dining room, in the living room and cinema rooms and, above all, in the courtyard and the swimming pool, surrounded by the unique Tuscany nature that surrounds Florence, Arezzo, Siena, Cortona and nearby Umbria. Born as a pilgrimage retreat in the XV century, this hamlet has been restored by its owner, an eminent architecture professor, embracing the entire environment, having the outside as an integral part of its cultural and historical heritage. The estate comprises a central common area with the rooms spread in different homes around the main square, a structure that reproduces life in Tuscany as it was in the nineteenth century, a place where everyone has their privacy, but all social activities are shared, where endless walks are available for those who love nature walks. The home design results in a unique classic yet modern style with original handmade terracotta floors and wood-beamed ceilings.
Elements of classic Italian residential architecture are combined wit contemporary touches: LED lights set in antique, original lamp holders, the steel kitchens in industrial style, the design of the bathrooms and the library, customised, inspired by the kind of big cities. Materials used include travertine marble, serena stone, and wood locally sourced. New-fashioned, yet very comfortable, this is a contemporary retreat with an elegant aura and a welcoming vibe, blending traditional and modern Italian architecture, with a powerful eco-friendly accent. Amenities • 1 Dining room for up to 50 guests • 1 Private 50 m2 consecrated Chapel • 1 Billiard room with bathroom • 1 Two levels library with a sitting area for maximum 20 guests, with corner bar - an area designed for reading, studying or leisure games • 1 Small wine tasting room for up to 15 guests a time • 1 Private indoor theatre, seats 150 guests and is designed for music, artistic events, meeting, and conferences, as well as a projection cinema hall with a full DVD collection • 1 Professional kitchen, access to this area is for staff only • 1 Massage room with 3 service bathrooms
The Venues in the Hub
Casa Maraviglia 300 m2 | 8 guests | 1 twin room on the ground floor; 3 double bedrooms on the first floor, all bathrooms are ensuite | well-equipped kitchen with 4 gas burners, electric oven, dishwasher, fridge and freezer, American coffee machine and kettle
Casa Nocchi 100 m2 | 4 guests | 2 double bedrooms on the ground floor, all bathrooms are ensuite | well-equipped kitchen with 4 gas burners, electric oven, dishwasher, fridge and freezer, american coffee machine and kettle
Casa Leccini 170 m2 | 6 guests | 2 double rooms and 1 twin on the ground floor, the doubles have ensuite bathroom, and the twin has a private next to the room bathroom | well-equipped kitchen with 4 gas burners, electric oven, dishwasher, fridge and freezer, American coffee machine and kettle Casa Ulacco 200 m2 | 6 guests | 2 double bedrooms with private bathroom next to the room and 1 twin bedroom with bathroom ensuite, all on ground floor | well-equipped kitchen with 4 gas burners, electric oven, dishwasher, fridge and freezer, American coffee machine and kettle
Casa Nadina 190 m2, 8 guests | 1 double bedrooms on the ground floor, 2 double and 1 twin bedrooms on the first floor, all bathrooms are ensuite | well-equipped kitchen with 4 gas burners, electric oven, dishwasher, fridge and freezer, American coffee machine and kettle
Casa Merigi 190 m2, 6 guests | 2 twin bedrooms on the ground floor and 1 double bedroom on the first floor, all bathrooms are ensuite | well-equipped kitchen with 4 gas burners, electric oven, dishwasher, fridge and freezer, American coffee machine and kettle
Casa dell’Arte Inside the first floor of the main building, surrounding the inner cloister and alfresco dining area, 150 m2 in total, 8 guests 10 total (two each room), all bathrooms are ensuite
Your Italian experience begins in your villa, with a patio where you can read, listen to music, or enjoy an aperitif in the warm light of the sunset. Around the property, there is the possibility of walking, from a few hundred meters on the hills to jogging on the all-around country road. In the area adjacent to the swimming pool, it is possible to set up a fitness area with yoga, Pilates and meditation teachers, and there is a massage room in the main building.
We recommend our pizza chefs and musicians for a special evening, who will leave an indelible memory of all-Italian joy and taste. Your concierge is available to accompany you in the small surrounding villages and the large cities of the region: discover unexpected and authentic corners or spend a day in the villa to know more about the secrets of the local folklore. Italy has great energy that comes from mixing history with so many different people worldwide. And, as well as the restaurants, shopping, and nearby nature, people’s perceptions are also mesmerised by a culturally rich area of museums, architecture, and art. The quaint, closest village of Pian di Scò (2 Km), with shops, restaurants, and bars. The best market for antiques is in Arezzo, during the first Sunday of the month, one of the most renounced antique markets. Food, spices, and local delicacies can be found in the covered market of San Lorenzo in Florence The most awarded for artisanal leather in Florence, is the ‘Scuola del Cuoio’ next to Santa Croce square, with several shops with handmade bags and goods A 30 minutes’ drive from the hamlet, Antica Macelleria Falorni with a quality selection of meat, cheese, and cold cutlets The most awarded restaurants in the region are Il Canniccio in Figline Valdarno with his alfresco terraces, L’Officina Della Bistecca as one of the is Casa Me’Mà, a beacon of design and typical cuisine in Figline Valdarno The best tasting winery is Castello di Verrazzano in Greve in Chianti. The most important cities of Art in the surroundings are Florence (40Km), Siena (70 km), and Lucca (120 Km), and Greve in Chianti (30 Km). The best shopping district is in the nearby Leccio town is The Mall, one of the most well-known outlets in Tuscany
===== ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION ===== SERVICES Electricity (Air Conditioning) consumption is extra at set price of €2150 plus VAT 22% per week; Gas (Heating) consumption is extra at €3000 plus VAT 22% per week; * = The low season includes several periods with variable prices, contact us for a precise quote concerning the desired period that falls on the dates indicated. Closed from November to March included. The remote location of the hamlet and its vocation must be taken into account when booking: the Wi-Fi and mobile phone signal is latent and, in the case of a corporate retreat, or particular interest in WIFI connection, this element must be carefully evaluated by the agent and communicated to the guests. ADDITIONAL The TPT (Travel Planning & Tax) fee applies to each reserved week or portion at the cost of €340 for every 8 guests booked. This amount includes (i) Travel planning (ii) Remote emergency service (iii) Check-in with property status control (iv) Check-out and property and damages control on departure day (v) Detailed accounting of services (vi) Daily tourist tax per person per night CONCIERGE PACKAGES AVAILABLE FULL-DAY €1.980 HALF-DAY €1.120 À LA CARTE €38/hour Daily concierge and butler service Every day in presence (8 hours) 7/7 Half-day concierge and butler service Every day in presence (4 hours) 7/7 Hours, or fractions of, of dedicated assistance Calls, on-site service, errands ACCESS INFORMATION CHECK IN 4:00 pm CHECK OUT 10:00 am STATUS CONTROL Between 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm DAMAGES CONTROL Between 8:00 am and 10:00 am CHANGE DAY § Saturday in high and mid-season § Any day in low season MINIMUM RENTAL § 7 nights in high & mid-season § 4 nights in low season ACCESS Several ground floor bedrooms PETS Not allowed by owner PORTER Porter service is available at extra cost PARKING Parking is available for 15 cars LAUNDRY AREA Washing & dryer machines (4) available LAUNDRY SERVICE Provided for delicate items at extra costs MAIN POOL Open from May 1 to October 15 SMALLER POOL Open from May 1 to October 15 CLOSEST EXIT Motorway A1 ➜ Florence, exit VALDARNO Motorway A1 ➜ Rome, exit INCISA CLOSEST TRAIN STATION Train station of Incisa or Valdarno Bus : 351 A 353 A 353 B MIV08 TERMS & CONDITIONS GENERIC VAT VAT will be added to all services and utilities as per Art.27 c.1-2 DL98/2011 SERVICES In relation to all services to be undertaken within the property, these must be ensured exclusively to us and our selected partners. APA As part of the booking process, a refundable deposit known as Advanced Provisioning Allowance (APA) is required to cover any extras and utilities during the stay. The APA is equal to 20% of the rental price, but it may be higher depending on the provision of transfers, vehicle rentals, tours, meals, extra hours of staff, and any additional services guests require. To ensure that the party has sufficient funds to cover all desired services during the stay, we recommend sending an APA that is sufficient to cover these costs. At the end of the holiday, any services rendered will be invoiced and the relative amoun...
The following might be to be paid extra: Airport Pickup, Continental Breakfast, Cook, Pre-arrival grocery service, Refundable Security Deposit by credit card, Tourist tax.