The 70sqm cottage was entirely renovated in 2006 respecting the classic Tuscan architecture (beamed ceilings, terracotta floors & internal shutters), yet at the same time, it is light & modern in feel.
We will provide you with a free welcome pack of local wine, olive oil, bread, milk, water, packet of croissants or similar, some coffee & tea & in season, if available, home grown vegetables.
If one day you don't feel like cooking, takeaway meals, incl. local wine, can be provided to you in the Cottage. Or if you'd like to gain an insight into Italian cooking, you are welcome to spend an afternoon in the kitchen with us.
On three sides of the cottage there is a gravelled patio area with table, chairs, loungers & a gazebo for use of our guests.
The land immediately around the cottage is level but on two sides of the cottage there is a terraced garden with steps going up.
From here you can walk to the olive groves & vineyard where you can wander freely or take time to stop, stare & enjoy the typical Tuscan views, incl. a view of the cypress tree-lined Strada Panoramica leading to the mediaeval hill town of Monticchiello.
We (Luigi Italian & Lis British) have lived in the area for some years & live in the neighbouring farmhouse. We are therefore on site & available if you have any problems or queries. German, French & Spanish are also spoken if needed.
Historic Pienza, with its numerous restaurants, bars, banks, Post Office, hairdresser, market, shops selling local produce & small supermarkets, is an easy 4min drive (3km) along the main road.
The nearest open-air swimming pool is at San Albino (ca 13km) and an olympic size swimming pool is located at Chianciano Terme (ca 17km). If you prefer, you can take a dip in the thermal springs at Bagno Vignoni (16km) or Bagni San Filippo (ca 25km).
Lago Trasimeno, with its islands, beaches and availability of water sports, is less than 45 mins by car, whilst you can reach the Tuscan coast in one hour.
