Villa Torre
A historical tower in the heart of Chianti
· Country village location · Beautiful, scenic area · Shared pool · Two restaurants and grocer’s shop in village · Satellite TV in all bedrooms · Use of garden area at pool (100mts) · Bar facilities at pool · Phone + ISDN internet connection in each bedroom · Air conditioning · Close to Gaiole in Chianti and within easy reach of Siena
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 Villa Torre is a fabulous medieval tower dating back to the 12th century. It is located right in the heart of this tiny picturesque village. This beautiful tower was a house of a nobleman in the 18th century and has now been lovingly restored to create top class accommodation for Bed & Breakfats accommodation or the villa can be rented as a whole villa for a large group. The owner has restored this historical tower with great attention to detail and many antique pieces have been cleverly used in its restoration in keeping with the fantastic character of the house. The tower is located in a tiny village, which dates back to the 11th century, set in pretty countryside and within easy reach of the local town of Gaiole in Chianti (6kms) and Radda in Chianti. The village has two restaurants and a good grocer’s shop so you don’t need to travel far to get your essentials. Villa Torre is a perfect property if you want a country location from which you can explore the stunning area of Chianti with its picturesque villages and towns and its historic castles and a great choice of top class vineyards. It is also within easy reach of Siena and Florence.
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2010 Prices in € euros per night
Room Category Suites in tower - €280 Wine therapy Suite - €300
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Rental: Daily for B&B or weekly for rental of whole villa
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Prices include: Welcome cocktail, daily newspaper in language of your choice, linen, heating / air conditioning, use of pool, taxes.
Not included: Telephone / internet charges.
This historic tower dates back to the 12 century and the village itself dates back to the 11th century. The village is steeped in history and was the scene of many battles between the warring Florentines and Sienese armies as they battled for control over these two important cities. This tiny village, originally took the form of a castle and was in fact on the border of Siena and Florence and so was very strategic. This fabulous tower is a perfect location to enjoy the scenic countryside of Chianti. The main entrance to the house is on the first floor up a set of stairs form the road. There is a pretty covered patio just outside the main door with outdoor seating.
Villa Torre 4 pretty suites
 
Villa Torre This historical tower house has lots of character. There are four pretty suites on the first and second floors of the tower. All have en suite bathrooms with showers, King size beds and one can be made a twin room. One spacious bedroom has a romantic four poster bed. Also on the first floor is a cosy breakfast room with an open fireplace.
 
The whole villa has been restored retaining all of the original features and so there are wonderful chestnut beams throughout the house and terracotta floors. The bathrooms feature antique marble sinks and many items of furniture and accessories have been handmade and carefully handpicked to suit the character of the house. Every bedroom has a minibar and satellite TV with DVD and video. There is also a phone line and internet connection as well as air conditioning and heating so that you can control the temperature of each room to suit.
On the ground floor of the villa they have a wonderful wine therapy centre with walls lined with fine wines and antique barrels. It is complete with a Bacchus Bath where you can relax all your cares away in an invigorating hydromassage bath with hot water and extract of wine. Why not try a fabulous Supertuscan while your in there. An ideal way to tempt the tastbuds and feed the soul!Why not try their own exclusive range of cosmetics - Elixir of Chianti all made with extracts of wine too. What better way to experience Chianti!
 
Guests at the Villa Torre have the use of a beautiful garden and pool at just 100 mts from the house at a small hotel that is part of this pretty village. The garden is planted with lavender and olive tress and overlooks vineyards. The large pool is set in pretty gardens and guests can also use the bar and restaurant at the hotel, which has a lovely covered pergola for eating “al fresco”.

Facilities: Use of Garden Shared pool Laundry room in basement SatelliteTV DVD and video Phone + ISDN internet connection Safe in each bedroom Minibar in each bedroom Hair dryers in bathrooms Air conditioning Cook available on request 2 Restaurants at 50 mts Grocer’s shops at 50 mts Chocolate tastings organised on request Wine tastings organised on request
Notes: Arrival is between 3pm – 6pm Departure by 12am No animals allowed
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