5 Bedroom Farmhouse in Poppi

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Simple family friendly restored farmhouse, set on a hill among farmland with wonderful views across the valley to the medieval town of Poppi and the mountains beyond. 
Situated between Florence and Arezzo, and within easy reach of Cortona , Siena and the sea,there are excellent opportunities for sightseeing and the house provides a peaceful haven to recover.Lovely walks to the nearby National park. Above ground pool or communal pool(2 fields away on edge of nearest village )or in the River Arno. Paddling pool available for use on terrace! Barbecues on the huge lavender lined terrace running the length of the house, and excellent restaurants nearby ,allow one to have a relaxing and entertaining break. 
The house is a few minutes drive from the town of Poppi with its medaeival castle and colonnaded streets.  
The local 9 hole golf course www.casentinogolfarezzo.net .is just visible from the house, just behind Poppi castle and horse riding and bicycle hire is available. 
Catered meals and a taxi service can be supplied on request. Various games for children include table tennis under the oak tree, basketball net and old swing. 
During the colder months, board games, good supply of books, DVDs ,wood fires. In spring birdwatching(46 varieties of bird listed in one week) with occasional visits to the fields by wild boar and deer followed by nightingales and fireflies , can make for a magical experience. 
A basic shopping list of supplies can be delivered prior to your visit and meals can be catered on request. 
Bus and train services run from Poppi, a 7 minute drive from the house. 
Layout: 
The house sits against a terrace therefore the front door opens onto the entrance hall, with bedrooms off, useful for unloading luggage. 
Top floor ( approach to front entrance) 
4 bedrooms 3 doubles ( 1 with 2nd bed) 1 single. Cot available. 
I bathroom  
Library area and hall 
Ground floor 
Large open plan area provides dining room and sitting room. All rooms, including kitchen (off the dining room) and bed/little sittling room, have doors onto the wisteria and vine covered terrace where there is additional seating as well as sunbeds and deckchairs.  
The second bathroom with shower opens off the sittling/bedroom (sofa bed/single bed available)on this floor. 
The house is surrounded by fig,walnut, cherry and plum trees and is set in its own fields. 
 
Basic linen and towels are provided. No beach towels. 
Catering and other amenities can be supplied on request. 
 
 

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various other activities also available locally, including swimming and occasionally skiing! wonderful walks in the chestnut forest of the National Park. Bike rental, horseriding and quad biking all within the area.

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lthough Casentino is less than 50 km from Florence few people know of it. As there are no motorways or long-distance railway routes passing through it, making it unlikely to be discovered by chance. Stretching between Florence and Arezzo, this beautifully secluded, wide, oval-shaped valley is surrounded by gentle hills which gradually ascend to mountains, on one side climbing to reach the impressive Apennines and on the opposite side to the Pratomagno, whose ridge separates Casentino from the Chianti region on the other side. It is this ring of mountains which has prevented the spread of motorways and major railways, preserving the valley’s natural state. The mountains also influence the climate. It can be cold in winter, with occasional snow in the valley and regular snow on the mountains, while in summer it is quite hot during the day, cooling off pleasantly at night and refreshing itself for the next day. Casentino is handily located for several centres of Italian art and culture – Florence, Arezzo, Siena and Assisi – and not far from the Romagna sea coast with its recreational facilities and beach resort amusements. On the Apennine side of the valley is the Casentino Forest National Park, one of the largest and best preserved parks in Italy with 800 kilometres of hiking paths winding through forests of conifers, oak and chestnut, inhabited by many species of animals and birds. All around the Park the valley is dotted with vineyards, olive groves, crystal streams, monasteries, little villages, Romanesque churches and fortified towns where the visitor can see, taste and experience a little of the rich Italian tradition. The history of Casentino goes back to the Etruscans, who understood the economic importance of the area as a route across the Apennines. After the Roman era came the barbarian invasions which resulted in a period of economic decline. The Middle Ages were the time of the area’s greatest splendour and many large properties were built. For 500 years Casentino was the private domain of a great feudal family, the Conti Guidi. In 1440, after the defeat of the Conti Guidi at the Battle of Anghiari, it was annexed by the Florentine Republic, which administered the region through one of its governors. Due to its geographical position and its history, Casentino has always been a kind of island in the heart of central Italy. The valley has been the backdrop to many historical events and centuries-old disputes between rival communities. The Battle of Campaldino fought in 1289 between the Florentine Guelphs and the Arezzo Ghibellines was splendidly described in Dante Alighieri’s (1265-1321) Divine Comedy. The area is rich in well-preserved architectural treasures and monuments dating from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Casentino is also blessed with many religious and monastic historical sites. The Franciscan Sanctuary of La Verna for example, where in 1224 St. Francis received the sacred stigmata, was built on a lofty crag, against the background of the ancient forest and around the grotto where he is said to have slept. In the dense forest of the National Park there is the old hermitage of Camaldoli where the monks lived in seclusion and prayer. The tradition of distilling liqueurs from herbs found in the woods was practised by the monks and still sustains their economy. Both monasteries contain many examples Medieval and Renaissance art, including a large collection of Della Robbia terracottas. Poppi is the historic capital of Casentino and was awarded the title of ‘Most Beautiful Town in Italy’ in 2003. Its famous Guidi Castle is a landmark in the area and its characteristic square tower can be seen from all over the valley. The castle was designed by Arnolfo Di Cambio and is considered a prototype for his plans for the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence. In the evening the castle is floodlit - a beacon for the traveller. Thanks to continual restoration over the years, especially in the last century, the castle is in excellent condition. In its courtyard, the ‘Rilliana’ Library features hundreds of medieval manuscripts and incunabula (ancient manuscripts written on parchment scrolls). Another feature of the castle is the family chapel with a cycle of 14th-century frescoes ascribed to Taddeo Gaddi, a pupil of Giotto. The Poppi castle is one of four. The second in Romena, with its large grassy courtyard and tall towers overlooks the valley from above the town of Stia. The nearby Pieve di Romena church is an extraordinary example of Romanesque architecture. The third castle is Porciano and the fourth is Gressa, both visible on clear days even from Poppi. Their interconnection was fundamental to the security of Casentino in ancient times, as each castle guarded a corner of the valley from enemies coming from Florence, Arezzo or from the mountains.

• Nearest Airport : Firenze at 50 kilometers distance;
• Nearest Train Station : Poppi at 3 kilometers distance
• Nearest Town : Poppi at 3 kilometers distance
• Travel Info: Poppi is accessible from numerous airports including Florence/Pisa/Rimini/Ancona. Small local train fro Poppi links to major station at Arezzo. Buses to Florence daily.

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Price Table				Season Rate
October March 17th 450 Euros March 18th June 30th 750 July 1 September 15th 1000 September 16th October 1 750 Christmas New year 1000 longer rentals negotiable				Low Season Price:	€450 per Week
				High Season Price:	€1,000 per Week

On confirmation we will require a deposit of 40% of the total rental value, balance payable no later than 6 weeks before departure. Arrivals between 2 pm and 6pm - Departures by 10 am to allow for changeover/cleaning unless agreed. Rental fee includes towels/bed linen.£30 Euro charge per bedroom per week for laundry and cleaning. Cancellations: Refund less 10% + cleaners fee up to 45 days before date of reservation.No refund in 45days unless agreed. payment:paypal/internet bank transfer Extra services settled directly with provider. Please email to check availability.Once booked the dates will be withdrawn from calendar and all details will be sent including booking conditions,contacts and directions. We require an email indicating that you have read and understood the terms and conditions and guest numbers. Damage deposit 300 euros to be left with representative/sent via Paypal, to be returned when rep.has checked house.

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