2 newly-restored apartments in the heart of a tiny medieval village — Property 7160

2 newly-restored apartments in the heart of a tiny medieval village

One ground-floor and one first-floor apartment in a 13th century house converted with the maximum attention to comfort and in excellent taste while preserving all the original features including beamed ceilings, stonework and terracotta floors. Warm and cosy in winter and delightfully cool in summer owing to thick walls and a hilly position, these apartments, in the truly unique little village of Monticchiello, are the ideal base all the year round for discovering this wonderful corner of Tuscany, rich in artistic treasures and set in some of the most beautiful and unspoilt countryside in Italy, within the protected area of the Val d'Orcia National Park.

Details for Le Maribelle 1 in Siena Area, Tuscany, Italy

First-floor apartment with kitchen/living area, two double bedrooms each with own bathroom including shower unit, bidet and wash basin, no bathtub. Gas-fired central heating. Attractive view from main bedroom over the Val d'Orcia and Pienza. Independent entrance up a short flight of stairs.

Location Monticchiello Val d'Orcia - Amiata < Siena Area < Tuscany < Italy

Availability for Le Maribelle 1 in Siena Area, Tuscany, Italy

Last updated on:

Monday, 14 July 2008

Changeover day:

flexible

Normal availability

all year

Rental rates for Le Maribelle 1 in Siena Area, Tuscany, Italy

Sorry, rental rates are not available for this property. Please contact the owner

Notes to the rental rates

• A 10% discount is offered for periods of two weeks or more. Weekend or mid-week bookings accepted. Cleaning and weekly change of linen included. Central heating is not included in the rates and will be charged according to the amount used as shown on the meter.
  
• Please confirm bookings by e-mail. On arrival a small deposit of 50 euros is required for any damage or breakages, to be returned at end of stay.
  

Accommodation and Facilities for Le Maribelle 1 in Siena Area, Tuscany, Italy

The village and its facilities

Monticchiello has 2 restaurants, 2 cafés and 2 general stores. There is also a post-office and a cash dispenser. Ideal for those with young children as there is hardly any traffic at all, picturesque strolls can be enjoyed in its little squares and gardens, as well as scenic walks around the walls and up to the tower at the top of the village. Every summer between July and August the famous 'Teatro Povero di Monticchiello' stages a locally produced open-air drama every night for a month in the village square, and supper can be eaten in the crypt of the village church (turned into a taverna for the occasion). Booking is advisable as this event is very popular! For those visiting in winter there are chamber music concerts through the Christmas season in the ancient granary.

Nearby places to visit

Only 3 kms away is Pienza,jewel of the Renaissance, and also within easy distance are San Quirico with its beautiful Romanesque collegiate church, Montepulciano and Montalcino with their world famous wines, Bagno Vignoni with its hot springs and ancient Roman bath....and many other little-known historical spots. Siena, Florence and Perugia are all about an hour's drive away, and there is an excellent train service to Rome, or as a change, you can take a boat trip to the islands on Lake Trasimeno (40 mins away).

Other activities

Whether you are an enthusiastic hiker or just wish to explore the countryside on foot, there are numerous beautiful walks in the area. In summer, there are several pleasant open-air swimming-pools all about 20 mins drive away, and it is possible to spend a day at the beach - a longer drive (60 mins) but worth it. The owners will provide information on open-air summer concerts and various traditional local events. Last but not least, good food and wine abound in this region and there are restaurants, trattorias and wine-bars to suit everyone.