Monterchi holiday villa: Monterchi

Tuscany: 17th century hillside farmhouse villa - private pool - stunning views

Monterchi villa rental - View from pool to house
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Description Villa, 250 m²,
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, 3 Bathrooms, 1 Separate Toilet
Facilities rural, pool, garden, terrace, satellite or cable
Rates per property (GBP)
£800 - £1,950/week 
Sylvia Levy-Nichols
+44 (0)1323-423122
+39 (0)575-70122
Speaks: English, French, German, Italian
Contact the Owner

Photos and Description of this Monterchi holiday villa 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 8

Fontemaggio is a 17th century stone farmhouse villa or 'Casa Colonica' on a hillside, surrounded by 2 acres of mature landscaped gardens that merge into the sunflowers, vines, olives, pine and cypress trees beyond. There are terraces on all sides, each with its own dining table and breathtaking views of a landscape that seems to have changed little throughout the centuries, including a lake and a Renaissance castle on a hill. Sympathetically restored, the house retains a wealth of terracotta floors and chestnut beams. The 30ft diameter circular pool, surrounded by fragrant rosemary hedging and lemon trees, benefits from the sun for the entire day. Set amongst mature pines, cypress and olives, it enjoys tranquil views of the Tuscan and Umbrian hills in complete seclusion. The medieval hilltop village of Monterchi, featured in 'The Most Beautiful Villages in Tuscany', is close by. You will find Casa Fontemaggio a blissfully relaxing holiday rental. See www.casafontemaggio.com.
Monterchi villa rental - View from pool to house

View from pool to house
Monterchi villa rental - a bedroom with walk-in wardrobe

a bedroom with walk-in wardrobe
Monterchi villa rental - view from a terrace to Renaissance castle

view from a terrace to Renaissance castle
Monterchi villa rental - Front entrance with exterior stone steps and oven

Front entrance with exterior stone steps and oven
Monterchi villa rental - south facing pool terrace

south facing pool terrace
Monterchi villa rental - from dining room to living room

from dining room to living room
Monterchi villa rental - kitchen and breakfast room

kitchen and breakfast room
Monterchi villa rental - shady tiled loggia

shady tiled loggia
Monterchi villa rental - 10 metre / 30 ft diameter pool

10 metre / 30 ft diameter pool
Monterchi villa rental - twin bedroom

twin bedroom

Location: Monterchi in Italy

Nearest Airport: Perugia, Florence, Bologna Forli at 75 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry: Ancona at 100 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Arezzo at 30 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway: Sansepolcro at 12 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 100.0 Kilometres
Car: recommended
The local village of Monterchi is in the historic and desirable S.E. corner of Tuscany near the border with Umbria and is therefore an ideal location for visiting the key attractions of both regions: Arezzo 20 mins, Cortona 35 mins, Perugia and Gubbio 40 mins, Assisi: 45 mins, Florence, Siena, San Gimignagno: 1 hour. Within easy reach of several international and budget line airports and motorway routes.

Availability for this holiday villa rental in Monterchi, Italy

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Nov 8, 2009
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Rental Rates for this holiday villa in Monterchi, Italy

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Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend
Night		 Minimum Stay
31 October 2009 - 18 December 2009 £800 - - 1 Week
19 December 2009 - 01 January 2010 £1,500 - - 1 Week
02 January 2010 - 02 April 2010 £800 - - 1 Week
03 April 2010 - 09 April 2010 £900 - - 1 Week
10 April 2010 - 30 April 2010 £800 - - 1 Week
01 May 2010 - 21 May 2010 £1,300 - - 1 Week
22 May 2010 - 28 May 2010 £1,500 - - 1 Week
29 May 2010 - 02 July 2010 £1,600 - - 1 Week
03 July 2010 - 03 September 2010 £1,950 - - 1 Week
04 September 2010 - 24 September 2010 £1,400 - - 1 Week
25 September 2010 - 29 October 2010 £1,100 - - 1 Week

Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified (British Pounds), before use of conversion tool. The conversion tool is provided for your convenience only. The owner may accept other currencies if specifically agreed in advance.

Additional information about rental rates

  • Negotiable rates are available for long term rentals and late bookings. Non Saturday-Saturday stays may be available outside the high season.

    Included in the rates are water, electricity and gas (central heating is extra), cleaning prior to arrival and on departure, weekly maid service and change of bed and bath linen and pool towels. Extras available on request include: additional maid service; an Italian cook for either occasional or regular meals; central heating; taxi service for airport transfers, trips, dining out or daily chauffeuring.

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday villa rental in Monterchi, Italy

Property Type:
  • villa (detached)
Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering
Floor Area:
  • 250 m²
Location Type:
  • rural
Theme:
  • away from it all
  • historic
General:
  • activities guide
  • hair dryer
  • local maps
  • local restaurant guide
  • toilet paper
  • towels provided
  • safe
  • central heating
  • linen provided
Kitchen:
  • toaster
  • iron & board
  • cooking utensils
  • grill
  • dish washer
  • fridge
  • freezer
  • hob
  • oven
  • microwave
  • washing machine
Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 8 people
Dining:
  • highchair
  • dining room
  • seating for 8 people
Bathrooms:
  • 3 Bathrooms, 1 Separate Toilet
  • Bathroom -
    Bathroom -
    Bathroom -
    Bathroom - Toilet
  • There are two ensuite bathrooms with bath and shower, one ensuite shower room and a cloakroom/ bathroom with toilet and basin only.
Bedrooms:
  • 4 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 8 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Large Double Bed, with en suite bathroom, walk in wardrobe
    Bedroom 2 - 2 Single Bed, with en suite bathroom, walk in wardrobe
    Bedroom 3 - 1 Large Double Bed, is a suite, with en suite shower room
    Bedroom 4 - 2 Single Bed, cot available on request
  • The twin room may be made up as a double on request. A cot is available on request and may be placed in any of the bedrooms. One double bedroom is set in a suite with a sitting room and en suite shower room. In addition to internal access, it may be accessed independently from outside.
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • satellite or cable
  • video player
  • radio
  • stereo system
  • CD
  • audio tape player
  • books
  • books - fiction/non-fiction
  • games - all ages
  • music library
  • video library
  • DVD
Outside:
  • outdoor grill charcoal
  • parking off street
  • garden
  • terrace
  • barbecue
  • parking
  • 16 garden chairs
  • 6 deck chairs
Swimming Pools:
  • outdoor pool
  • private pool
Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • low allergen environment
  • long term rentals available
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • children welcome
  • wheelchair inaccessible
Local Activities:
  • tennis
  • walking
  • cycling
  • horse riding
  • golf
Onsite Equipment:
  • beach towels
Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • autumn foliage
  • babysitting
  • churches
  • forests
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • museums
  • pond
Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • hiking
  • outlet shopping
  • sight seeing
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • restaurants
  • ruins
  • scenic drives
  • winery tours
Nearby Services:
  • babysitting
  • medical services
Notes: Fontemaggio is spacious, airy and has a feeling of a well cared for and elegant family house. There is a dining room with original inglenook fireplace and chestnut refectory table and an adjacent sitting room with library. The furnishings are ivory coloured throughout. One double and the twin bedroom have walk-in wardrobes and en suite bathrooms with bath and shower. The second double is in a spacious suite on its own floor with sitting room, en suite shower room and an additional independent entrance from a terrace. All bedrooms overlook the gardens and have views to the surrounding landscape. The kitchen and breakfast room, that opens on two sides to terraces, is a blend of modern convenience and tradition. There is a separate laundry room.The staircases are child-safe. Guests find it a perfect home from home.

Further details for this holiday villa rental in Monterchi, Italy

The Gardens: The gardens and grounds have been professionally landscaped and contain planting typical of Tuscany. Trees include some very old pines and almonds, cypresses, olives, acacias, oaks, figs and lemons in terracotta pots. There are box, lavender and rosemary hedges. The terraces have pergolas covered in vines, wisteria, Chilean bell-flowers and roses climb on the house walls. A wisteria entwined tiled loggia provides a shady retreat and alternative place to dine. The tranquil sound of running water is provided by a fountain.

Situation: Although private and peaceful, Fontemaggio (the name translates as 'spring that arises in May') is not remote. It is well placed to either luxuriate in the excellent cuisine and wines of the region or take trips to the historical and cultural sites of both Tuscany and Umbria. The timeless hill top village of Lippiano, crowned by the castle that can be viewed from Fontemaggio, may be walked to for breakfast or a drink at the friendly bar. On Sunday evenings, join the locals for Ciaccia, a kind of pizza sandwich. 3km away, the local hilltop walled village of Monterchi, a tiny triangle of medieval perfection, with its intriguing arches and alleyways, is Roman in origin. It is the birthplace of the mother of the famous Renaissance artist Piero della Francesca. His fresco the Madonna del Parto can be seen in the old schoolhouse museum. The landscape that appears in Piero's works is clearly recognisable in the views around Fontemaggio.

You will find the local community in Monterchi welcoming and friendly, particularly at the general store run by Marcello and his family. There is a post office, bars and good restaurants serving local specialties. There is a market on Sunday mornings and in the summer there are outdoor concerts. Florence, Siena,San Gimignano, Cortona, Arezzo, Assisi, Perugia, Gubbio are all within easy reach.

Golf: There is a golf course, 15 minutes away by car.

Reviews for this holiday villa rental in Monterchi, Italy

Rating
5 out of 5

"beyond my wildest fantasies"

S. Bertmount Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Review Submitted: June 5, 2008 Date of Stay: May 2008
Fontemaggio was even more beautiful than both the description and photos and the surrounding countryside was spectacular . The villa offers a magical escape with miles of walks and views as well as being set in an area that is rich in history, art, fabulous food and wine.
We were given a lovely welcome basket on arrival and never stopped feeling overwhelmed by the attention and care with which the villa had been designed and decorated both inside and in the surrounding gardens. The excursions and restaurants in the visitor's booklet were exceptional and we were grateful for and learned to depend on all the recommendations.
Not only would I highly recommend a stay at Fontemaggio to everyone but I would happily return anytime. When I asked a travelling companion if she wanted to contibute to the description she said that "beyond my wildest dreams" pretty well sums it up.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Exceptional in every way

Nt.D London.UK
Review Submitted: July 8, 2009 Date of Stay: May 2009
Fontemaggio is a really exceptional property. The web page does not begin to convey the reality of this authentic Tuscan farmhouse, steeped in history, elegantly restored, tastefully furnished, with all you could wish for in the way of modern amenities. Both house and grounds are spacious, enabling you to escape for a while from the rest of the group if you choose.
We arrived to find a perfectly prepared and spotlessly clean property, beautiful flowers and a bottle of wine. The welcome pack was very 'welcome', as our flight was late and we missed the shops.
There is much attention to detail: walls hung with art works, an enviable library of glossy art books, and beautiful bed linen with drawn thread work edging. The well- designed and equipped kitchen is a gastronome’s delight - we loved cooking to Italian arias on the cds provided with the hi-fi! The various terraces, all with wonderful views, made each meal memorable.
The gardens and grounds are a dream – very Italianate, romantic and filled with fragrance. Old and young alike enjoyed the circular pool and sun bathing on the pool terrace, surrounded by the scent of the rosemary and the beautiful views to the hills beyond. At night the pool and garden are lit – we loved sitting there until bedtime after a barbecue in the olive grove.
The friendly housekeeper called by a couple of times to check all was well – which it certainly was.
Sylvia was really helpful , providing answers to all kinds of e mail queries, which were found in fact in her thorough information pack. This also supplied information on local facilities and personal recommendations for eating out and excursions – all of these were excellent. The property, although set in peaceful countryside, has easy access to local shops and restaurants within minutes. Fontemaggio is also perfectly situated for visiting the sites in both Tuscany and Umbria. I just wish we could have stayed longer. We look forward to a return visit!
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Rating
5 out of 5

Ideal in Every Way

Helen and friends Eugene, OR USA
Review Submitted: December 15, 2008 Date of Stay: October 2008
I have been back from my visit to Fontemaggio for almost two months now and can't stop talking about it to everyone I meet. I went there for my 60th birthday with three friends and my daughter and her partner. Everything about it was perfect and just what I'd hoped for. The only improvement in our visit would have been to extend it. We were only there a week and didn't have enough time to do both the day trips to nearby towns and countryside in Umbria and Tuscany and spend as much time relaxing and enjoying the villa as we would have liked.

The villa is wonderfully charming and quaint. It is spacious, allowing everyone a measure of privacy, but still very homey. The decor in the house is tasteful and comfortable, with interesting art, and the three terraces and landscaping incredible. We enjoyed espressos every morning overlooking the fabulous Tuscan hillside; late afternoon rests by the beautiful pool after enjoying the great day trips suggested by the owner (the water was a bit cold in mid-October for all but the young man with us), wonderful wine, fruit, salami, and cheese from the local shops back on the terrace every evening, and making great dinners in the well equipped kitchen. At night, we listened to the music provided and looked through the amazing collection of art and history books on the living room shelves.

The town of Monterchi, just 10 minutes away, was also ideal - picturesque and friendly. We were lucky enough to be there for the Sunday market in the old town, where we bought fresh honey, olive oil, wine, crepes, and more.

The whole experience was even more special because of the owner, Sylvia. She is warm and friendly and provides a wealth of information about the local area. At my invitation, she joined us for my birthday celebration and was bright, engaging, and fun. I strongly encouraged you to invite her up for a glass of wine. I hope she's there when I go back.

We celebrated the birthday of another one of our party at the villa. Sylvia arranged for three people to come and prepare a meal for us. They came at 4:00 and served our five course meal at 8:15. My friend, who loves to cook, sent the whole time watching them. It was a bit spendy but a wonderful addition to our time at Fontemaggio.

For those of you considering going to Fontemaggio, I highly recommend it. Of those who do go, I'm totally envious.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Beautifully designed, perfect for adults & kids

LindsayR London
Review Submitted: November 14, 2008 Date of Stay: August 2008
Absolutely gorgeous house and gardens. Gorgeous decor, fabulous landscaping (the owner Sylvia is a landscape designer), divine pool, heavenly bedrooms. Three master suites (plus other bedrooms) means it's a perfect villa to rent with friends. Three different outdoor eating areas meant we could have dinner under the stars in different locales each night. Breakfast on the balcony overlooking the geraniums and vines; dinner on the terrace with the scent of rosemary. Fabulous spot. Great location for Tuscan & Umbrian sightseeing. Exquisite Piero fresco in local village.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Dream property..........

Natasha 7 London, UK
Review Submitted: October 19, 2008 Date of Stay: August 2008
This property is a real gem! The website does not begin to describe all that it has to offer. It evokes a real sense of history. The immaculate and spacious interior has been beautifully restored and elegantly decorated and furnished, the walls hung with art and lots of tasteful personal touches. The library of glossy books on art and Italy is stunning. What comfortable beds – we all slept really soundly, and woke ready to explore the recommendations in the owner’s information pack, all of which were excellent. The location is perfect for visiting sites in both Tuscany and Umbria.

The gardens are breathtakingly romantic – and appropriately Italianate. The pool setting is beautifully designed, surrounded by scented rosemary framing wonderful panoramic views to hilltop castles, olive groves and rolling Tuscan hills. It was a joy to pick fresh lemons for gin and tonics and salad dressings! We were spoilt for choice of terraces and views for drinks and meals and loved the barbecue in the little olive grove.

There are great walking and running tracks directly from the villa, which enabled us to feel less guilty about the fantastic food locally available in both restaurants and shops. The meal we had prepared for us at Fontemaggio by the hired cooks was absolutely delicious and very good value.

I strongly recommend this property to families, couples and groups of friends – in fact everyone- we are already planning a return visit ………
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