Casa dei Fiori |
Casa dei Fiori is part of a tiny medieval hamlet that hugs the slopes of the Pratomagno hills. From the farmhouse you can hear distant church bells chiming and sitting at 650 mts above sea level the sunset can be spectacular as the sun sinks slowly down behind the Chianti hills across the valley. There are lots of local villages to explore and yet it is also well situated for the Renaissance cities of Florence (50 mins - 1 hr), Siena (1 hr) and Arezzo (40 mins), which are all within easy reach. Anyone who's looking for a relaxing holiday amongst some of the most beautiful countryside in the world will find this place a paradise. Experience it for yourself, you cannot help but fall in love with Casa dei Fiori.This tiny hamlet has 2 stylish stone farmhouses and reception.| Low | Mid | High |
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Rental:
Saturday to Saturday.
Mid week arrival welcome in Low Season
Free:
Welcome Pack, Information Pack
Prices include:
Cookery lesson with herbs, use of organic vegetable garden, electricity, gas, linen and towels (changed weekly), final cleaning, wood for barbecue or open fire.
Not included:
Heating is available in cooler months and charged on consumption at €1.10 per hour. Child's cot - €40 per week, extra bed (depending on apartment) - €140 per week. Laundry facilities - €5 per wash, internet - €10 for unlimited use with own laptop.
Security Deposit:
A security deposit of €200 is payable in cash (euros) on arrival and will be held and returned to you on departure.
Additional Services available on request (charged):
Comunal washing machine, midweek change of linen, midweek cleaning, baby's cot, hire of mountain bikes, cook can be arranged
Casa dei Fiori is part of a tiny hamlet and is made up of two stone farmhouses. One is a detached house and the other is divided into 4 apartments. There is also a tiny restored church now the reception. The property has been restored by specialist craftsmen, with attention to every detail thanks to the flair and vision of its owner. Traditional and modern styles are mixed innovatively to create a unique country style all of its own. Outside amidst the large landscaped gardens is a swimming pool, barbecue and children's play area.
Casa dei Fiori is just a few kilometres from the village of Castel Franco di Sopra and also Loro Ciuffenna a medieval village that straddles a gorge. It is the perfect haven for a relaxing holiday but for those looking for something more energetic it is a marvellous base for walking, hiking, mountain biking or exploring the picture postcard countryside.
The tiny village church has been restored using traditional materials and has been decorated using paint effects and motifs to create a beautifully welcoming reception, which sells local wines and products grown and produced on the property. This tiny hamlet sits high up on the hillside and has stunning views over the valley below.
The house sits towards the front of large landscaped gardens full of irises in spring and has four apartments:
Glicine
Sleeps 4+2
Glicine is on the ground floor of the farmhouse located to the front of the garden with an entrance at the front of the house. It has a kitchen / living room with hob, oven, fridge, open fireplace and armchairs. On the right of the kitchen is 1 double bedroom with a French door leading onto the garden and an en-suite bathroom with bath and shower attachment. On the left of the kitchen there is a bedroom with 3 single beds plus an extra single bed with en-suite bathroom with bath and a shower.
The pool area is located at a short distance from the house. It is a large infinity pool (shared with 4 other apartments) with a covered loggia area for shade and has stunning views.
Facilities:
Shaded parking
Tables, chairs and umbrellas outside for each apartment
Use of large garden
Communal pool (15 x 6mts) with sun loungers (mid May - end Sept)
Children's play area with swings and a see-saw
Use of outside barbecue
Communal washing machine is available on request (charged)
Mountain bike hire (charged)
WI FI internet
Notes:
Arrival between 3 - 7pm
Departure by 9.30am.
No animals allowed
