Montaione holiday villa: Santo Stefano

Summary of The Lakes Due 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4

Description Villa, 70 m²,
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4, 2 Bathrooms
Facilities rural, village, pool, jacuzzi, garden, terrace
Rates per property (GBP)
£570 - £1,330/week 
Linda Bethell
+44 (0)783-1569685
Speaks: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian

Photos and Description of this Montaione holiday villa Self-catering villas sleeping 3 to 5 with pool, air-conditioning and wi-fi

Dating from the 13th century, the private country estate of Fattoria Santo Stefano is set amongst a sweeping landscape of gentle hills and valleys in a little known area of northern Tuscany, yet less than an hour from the historic centres of Florence, Pisa, Lucca and Siena. The estate covers over 1000 acres of rolling countryside, lakes, woodlands, cornfields, olive groves, vineyards - even a wildlife reserve. At its centre is the hamlet of Santo Stefano with the remains of an old castle and church with its Etruscan tombs and cellars which remains in use today. A number of the estate's former farmhouses and agricultural buildings have been carefully restored by local craftsmen to offer a range of quality holiday accommodation offering all the facilities demanded by the 21st century holidaymaker, but with all the charm and delights of a classic Tuscan estate. The Lakes comprises 8 linked villas sleeping 3 to 5 set on a hillside overlooking the main lakes of the estate.

Details for The Lakes Due 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4, 2 Bathrooms

The Lakes Due sleeps 4 and is ideal for two couples or a small family. It is on one level and comprises a spacious lounge with comfortable sofa and chairs, a fire place and feature chimney and a separate, well equipped kitchen / dining area to accommodate up to 4. Large glass doors open out from the dining area to the extensive private terrace with its outdoor dining table and chairs which overlooks the Mediterranean style garden. There are two double bedrooms, both with king size beds and good wardrobe facilities, one with an en suite shower room and a glass door to the terrace, and the other with an adjoining fully equipped bathroom. Please note that one of the double bedrooms can be made up as a twin. The villas each have their own private furnished terrace area which lead into their own Mediterranean gardens. The Lakes has maid service and there are communal laundry facilities for guests use. Both cots and highchairs may be hired and should be advised in advance.
Montaione villa rental - The Lakes - from the swimming pool and Jacuzzi

The Lakes - from the swimming pool and Jacuzzi

Montaione villa rental - The Lakes Uno - living room, kitchen and terrace

The Lakes Uno - living room, kitchen and terrace

Montaione villa rental - The Lakes - one of the double bedrooms

The Lakes - one of the double bedrooms

Montaione villa rental - The Lakes - the Jacuzzi,sun terrace and pool

The Lakes - the Jacuzzi,sun terrace and pool

Location: Montaione in Italy

Nearest Airport: Pisa at 50 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry: Livorno at 55 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Castelfiorentino at 6 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway: San Miniato at 14 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 50.0 Kilometres
Car: necessary
The people of Tuscany can rightly claim to have just about the best of everything - Italy’s greatest collection of art, classical architecture, beautiful countryside, some of finest fresh produce to be found in Italy and many quality wines. It was the home of the Renaissance, some 600 years ago, that had a quite dramatic effect on the remainder of Europe. Visitors are drawn to Tuscany by the architectural splendors of Florence and Siena, the wonderful art of Donatello, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci and many other 14th to 16th century masters. But there is much more to a holiday in Tuscany away from the ‘tourist honey pots’, a wonderful rolling countryside, charming villages and some of Italy’s most impressive hill towns including San Gimignano, Volterra, Cortona and Montepulciano. But wherever you travel in Tuscany you will come across villages with charming piazza’s, historic churches, cafes and enticing food shops set amongst fields of sunflowers, olives and vineyards.

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Changeover Day: flexible
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Rental Rates for this holiday villa in Montaione, Italy

Rental Basis:
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Rental rates quoted in:
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Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night
Weekend
Night
Minimum Stay
April 2010 03 April 2010 - 30 April 2010 £570 - - 1 Week
May 2010 01 May 2010 - 28 May 2010 £740 - - 1 Week
May - June 2010 29 May 2010 - 25 June 2010 £940 - - 1 Week
June - July 2010 26 June 2010 - 09 July 2010 £1,190 - - 1 Week
July - August 2010 10 July 2010 - 20 August 2010 £1,330 - - 1 Week
August 2010 21 August 2010 - 27 August 2010 £1,190 - - 1 Week
August - September 2010 28 August 2010 - 03 September 2010 £940 - - 1 Week
September 2010 04 September 2010 - 24 September 2010 £740 - - 1 Week
September - October 2010 25 September 2010 - 30 October 2010 £570 - - 1 Week

Additional information about rental rates

  • A deposit of 30% of the rental is payable at the time of booking and the balance of 70% is required six weeks before the start of the holiday rental. Payments can be made by bank transfer, personal cheque and also by credit or debit card using Paypal in either Sterling or Euros. We reserve the right to pass on the relevant merchant charge.

    In the case of cancellation the following cancellation fees will apply:
    * Up to 30 days before the start of a rental - the cancellation fee is the 30% deposit
    * Within 30 days of the start of the rental - the cancellation fee is the full amount of the rental. If the property is relet for the period cancelled by you then a 10% cancellation fee will be made.

    We would therefore recommend that you should take out travel insurance including cancellation cover when you book your holiday.
    A refundable breakage deposit of £200 per rental is payable with your final balance and will be refunded to you within 15 days of the end of your holiday.
  • * The villa will be available between 1700 and 2000 on your day of arrival and you will be expected to depart between 0800 and 1000 to allow for the preparation of the property for new arrivals. Please take this into account when booking flights.
    * The swimming pool, weather permitting, is open from 01 May to 01 October.
    * The English manager of the estate is on hand to assist you to make the very best of your holiday at Fattoria Santo Stefano.
    * There is daily morning fresh bread and grocery delivery service available as required.
  • We can also offer a two bedroom villa for either 3 people - comprising two bedrooms and one bathroom and one shower room - and Townhouse for 5 people comprising two double bedrooms and a single bedroom with three shower rooms, please contact us for rates.

    Payments can be made by personal cheque and also by credit or debit card using Pay pal in either Sterling or Euros. We reserve the right to pass on the relevant merchant charge.

Accommodation and facilities for The Lakes Due in Montaione, Italy

Property Type:
  • villa (semi-detached)

Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering

Floor Area:
  • 70 m²

Location Type:
  • rural
  • village

Theme:
  • tourist attractions
  • family

General:
  • staff
  • towels provided
  • air-conditioning
  • central heating
  • linen provided
  • jacuzzi
  • sunbed

Kitchen:
  • grill
  • freezer
  • fridge
  • hob
  • dish washer
  • oven
  • washing machine

Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 4 people

Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 4 people

Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Bath with Shower, Bidet
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure, Bidet
  • The shower room is ensuite and the bathroom is adjacent to the other bedroom.

Bedrooms:
  • 2 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 4 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed
  • The Lakes Due is two double bedrooms but one of the doubles can be made up as a twin bedded room if required. A child bed or a cot may also be requested.
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • satellite or cable

Internet Access:
  • wireless broadband
  • internet access

Outside:
  • parking
  • barbecue
  • garden
  • terrace

Swimming Pools:
  • communal pool
  • outdoor pool

Suitability:
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • children welcome

Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • walking
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horse riding
  • golf
  • mountain biking
  • paragliding

Attractions:
  • babysitting
  • churches
  • museums

Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • outlet shopping
  • sight seeing

Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • restaurants
  • ruins
  • winery tours

Nearby Services:
  • babysitting
  • massage therapist

Notes: As there are a number of flights of stairs linking parts of the Lakes, the villas and townhouses are not really suitable for very young children without supervision. There is a communal laundry area with washing machine, dryer, iron and board.

Further details for this holiday villa rental in Montaione, Italy

Children's Club: The Children's Club is held at Santo Stefano between 11 July and 30 August and is held a minimum of 3 mornings per week. The Club offers educational activities as well as periods of play (including fun team games and activities where children can get to know each other and make new friends). The educational activities include learning about the estate of Santo Stefano and its history, archaeology, local nature and farm animals. Visits can be arranged to local places of interest for both children and their parents, such as old castles with wineries, olive oil mills and local museums. (The Children’s Club is provided on a gratis basis and the only likely costs are for entrance fees to museums etc).

Additional Services: * Concierge Services – the reception area at Fattoria Santo Stefano offers a full range of Concierge Services that range from restaurant reservations to booking local tennis courts, and from visits to local vineyards to guided tours of the local region. * Additional maid service – can be arranged at an additional cost which should be paid for locally. * Services for Children - if you have young children travelling in your party and have not advised us at the time of booking, we can arrange for the hire of the following items: Cots - with linen (but not blanket or coverlet) - €20 per week. High Chairs - € 20 per week. Baby bath - €20 per week.

Catering Services: * Services of a Cook – a local cook can be arranged as required for one or more meals. If you would like sample menus and associated costs please let us know. * Pre-ordering of food for your arrival – if you are going to be arriving late at Fattoria Santo Stefano, or would simply like to have the fridge stocked for your arrival, we will send you a shopping list, by e-mail, a month before your departure from which you can order the provisions that you would like purchased for you. You pay locally for the cost of the items that are purchased plus a small handling charge. * Bread Delivery Service – there is nothing better than having fresh bread delivered first thing in the morning and this can be arranged for your stay at Fattoria Santo Stefano. * Trattoria Take-Away Service – the management of Santo Stefano have an arrangement with one of the most popular local Trattorie for a take-away service. You can place your order and they will prepare the meal for you to collect.

Golf: The nearest golf course is at Castelfalfi with 18 holes, just 30 minutes drive away.

Other Activities: Wine tasting, Olive tasting, Truffle hunting, Fossil hunting, Ballooning, Sightseeing.

Reviews for this holiday villa rental in Montaione, Italy

Rating
5 out of 5

Santo Stefano Villas - Tuscany

Steve - Packer Country NE Wisconsin
Review Submitted: July 8, 2009 Date of Stay: June 2009
By far the most delightful facility I have stayed in.

Great facilities, Staff, and Location!
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