2 Bedroom Cottage in Pienza

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The 70 sq.m. cottage was completely restored in 2006 in the classic Tuscan style (beamed ceilings, terracotta floors & internal shutters), yet is light & modern in feel. It forms part of a working farm located among 5 hectares of vineyard & olive groves in the beautiful Orcia Valley (UNESCO World Heritage Site), landscape which has been celebrated by artists down the ages & by modern photographers. The cottage makes a perfect base for exploring the magical countryside & historic hill towns of Val D'Orcia (inc: Pienza - also UNESCO WHS in its own right -, Montalcino, Radicofani, Castiglione D'Orcia), the thermal springs of Bagno Vignoni & Bagni San Filippo, the atmospheric Abbey of Sant' Antimo & also Montepulciano. Plus it is convenient for exploring other nearby towns of artistic & architectural interest such as Siena, Cortona, Arezzo, Perugia, Orvieto, Assissi - all within a comfortable one hour's drive away. Florence, ca 90km, can be reached easily by car or by bus.

Accommodation
Bedrooms: Both bedrooms are spacious. Bedroom 1 has a king size bed.
Bedroom 2 has two single beds which can be made into a double. Please specify your preference.
Each bedroom has a wardrobe, 2 bedside tables, a desk, 2 chairs, 2 reading lamps and a hairdryer.
Bathrooms: Bathroom 1 is en suite to bedroom 1 with shower, wash basin, loo and bidet.
Bathroom 2 is accessible from a central hallway right next to bedroom 2 and has a shower, washbasin and loo, suitable for use by guests with mobility problems.
Kitchen: From a gravelled patio area the front door leads into the typical Tuscan open-plan kitchen / living room. The kitchen is modern and new. It contains a 4 ring gas hob, electric oven, fridge/freezer and is well-equipped, including a kettle.
Living Rooms: The living room, which is very light and airy, is open-plan with the kitchen and contains a large dining table, chairs, a bench, TV, dresser with a small selection of books in English and a peacock chair.
Cleaning/towels/
linen/maid service: The beds will be made up for you on arrival. Bed linen and towels are provided and will be changed weekly. The property is cleaned at the end of each letting period. Upon request, extra linen, towels and cleaning can be provided for a small cost.

The cottage was entirely renovated in 2006 respecting the classic Tuscan architecture yet, at the same time, is light and modern in feel.
We will provide a complimentary welcome package which will include local wine, milk, bread, water, some coffee, tea, packet of croissants or similar, olive oil and in season, if available, home grown vegetables.
Please - no smoking in the Cottage but you are welcome to smoke in the garden.
Takeaway meals, including local wine, can be provided and delivered to you in the Cottage, if one day you don't feel like shopping and cooking or going out to a restaurant.
Amenities/Facilities provided
• hob/stove,
• oven,
• fridge/freezer,
• tv,
• central heating,
• room fans

Accessibility
The cottage is all on ground level and is thus easily accessible for guests with mobility problems. If you wish, you can park right outside the cottage. The land immediately around the cottage is level, however, on two sides of the cottage there is a terraced garden with steps going up. To reach the cottage, you have to drive 500m along a well-maintained unmade road from the main road (SS 146). The SS 146 goes directly to Chiusi (ca 30km) where you can join the A1 Florence - Rome motorway.
Outside
On three sides of the cottage there is a gravelled patio area with table, chairs, loungers and gazebo for sitting/dining outside. From the terraced garden you can walk to the olive grove & vineyard where you are welcome to wander freely or take time to stop, stare & enjoy the typical Tuscan views.

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Historic Pienza with its numerous restaurants, bars, banks, Post Office, hairdresser, shops selling local produce & small supermarkets is an easy 4 min drive (3km) along the main road. The nearest open-air swimming pool is at San Albino (ca 13km) or you can take a dip in the thermal springs at Bagno Vignoni (16km) or Bagni San Filippo (ca 25km). Travel Nearest airport is Florence (ca 90 kms),connected to most major European cities. Pisa & both Rome airports (Ciampino / Fiumicino) are easily reachable (respectively ca 160 & 170 / 190km). Ryanair operates a flight from Stansted to Perugia (ca 85 kms). You do need a car to get around the area, altho' you can travel quite easily by bus to both Siena & Florence. Distances Pienza 3km. Montepulciano 9km. Florence ca 90km. Siena ca 55km. Bagno Vignoni ca 16km. Montalcino ca 30km. Arezzo ca 55km. Perugia ca 85km. Chianciano Terme ca 17km. Chiusi 35km. San Albino 13km.

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Coast/Beach
The Tuscan coast is one hour away or, alternatively, in less than 45 minutes, you can reach Lago Trasimeno in Umbria with its islands, beaches and availability of water-sports.
Thermal springs are nearby at Bagno Vignoni (ca 16km) and Bagni San Filippo (ca 25km). The nearest outdoor swimming pool is at San Albino (ca 13km) and an olympic size swimming pool is located in Chianciano Terme (ca 17km).
Golf
There is a 9 hole golf course at the Val Di Chiana Golf Club at Foiano (ca 25km).
Skiing
In winter you can ski on Monte Amiata, one of the highest mountains in Tuscany at 1738 metres (ca 43km).
For something different, you can drive to the top of Monte Amiata and go for a walk above the snow line and then drive down to Bagno Vignoni or Bagni San Filippo to take a dip in the thermal springs.

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Price Table				Season Rate
01/01/2010 08/05/2010 550 08/05/2010 26/06/2010 650 26/06/2010 25/09/2010 750 25/09/2010 31/12/2010 550				Low Season Price:	€550 per Week
				High Season Price:	€750 per Week

Booking notes Please e mail or phone regarding bookings. A deposit of 50% of the total rent due is payable to secure the reservation, payable into our bank account. The balance is payable on arrival. Should you have to cancel more than 8 weeks prior to your date of arrival, we will refund the deposit paid less bank charges. Should you have to cancel within 8 weeks of date of arrival, we will refund the deposit less bank charges only if we can find another party to take your place.

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