Four Bedroom Detached Villa San Gimignano

8 (or 9 or10) Persons / 150 sqm

Il Podere is the perfect example of a Tuscan country villa, it is surrounded by mature gardens and has a large private swimming pool with a fantastic panorama of the surrounding countryside. Incredibly although the villa is immersed in all this peace and tranquillity, medieval San Gimignano, which is a joy to explore, is only 10 minutes walk away.

The original house dates back to 1600's and was said to be part of a large hunting estate. The house has recently been immaculately restored to its original splendour and is divided into two parts. Both have been delightfully furnished to a very high standard including many antique pieces and family heirlooms. Characteristic wood burning fireplaces form the centrepieces of spacious lounges, and large homely well equipped kitchens invite you to prepare delicious meals.

The private garden which surrounds the villa is immaculately maintained with lawns, mature trees, and flowering plants and enjoys a fine panorama. Perfect for dining alfresco or just enjoying a chilled glass of 'Vernaccia di San Gimignano' whilst taking in the view and enjoying the essence of the Tuscan countryside.

A few steps away is the perfectly placed swimming pool (12m x 6m), overlooking the olive groves of the estate. Framed by a paved terrace and lawns, it is a lovely spot for relaxing and enjoying a refreshing swim after a busy day’s sightseeing. Guests are free to wander the estate where there are over 10 acres of private land, ideal for enjoyable walks in the country and amazingly San Gimignano with its historic monuments, art galleries and wide selection of shops and restaurants is just 10 minutes walk from the villa.

The ground floor of the villa, has a comfortably furnished lounge, and a large kitchen both of which open onto the garden and two characteristic bedrooms which open onto the side garden areas. There are also two shower rooms.

The first floor of the villa, is only a few steps from its garden as the house is built unusually on a slope. The comfortable lounge is very cosy and there is a large well equipped kitchen with an unusual antique round marble topped table. There are two characteristic bedrooms, one with double four poster bed, the other with two single beds which opens onto a small balcony and two lovely bathrooms, one with shower, the other with hydromassage bath.

The two levels are connected via the garden making the villa perfect for larger parties whilst retaining privacy. There is a communal laundry room and a barbecue. The owners, Vittorio and Marina, who live in Florence have a small detached cottage on the estate which they occasionally use. They are friendly and helpful whilst not intruding on your privacy. Parking is in the grounds below the house.

When you can tear yourself away from this idyllic country retreat, the medieval hilltop towns of Colle di Val d’Elsa ‘City of Crystal’ and Volterra famous for its alabaster are within half an hour's drive, whilst both Siena and Florence are easily accessible via the road, bus and rail links at Poggibonsi only 12km away. San Gimignano can be reached on foot or there is also a local shuttle bus to the town that runs every hour and stops 300m from the property.

DETAILS

Ground Floor: Fully equipped kitchen with cooker (4 gas rings), small electric oven, fridge, table and chairs > Living room with dining table and chairs, fireplace, satellite television, armchairs and settee (which converts to a single bed on request) > 2 Twin bedrooms (which can be converted to doubles on request) > 2 Shower rooms with shower cubicle, basin, bidet and w.c.

First Floor: Large fully equipped kitchen with cooker (5 gas rings oven), fridge/freezer, dishwasher, dining table and chairs > Living room with fireplace, satellite television, armchairs and settee > Twin bedroom (which on request can be converted into a double and/or an extra single bed can be provided) > Double bedroom with four poster bed > Shower room with shower cubicle, basin, bidet and w.c. > Bathroom with hydromassage bath, basin, bidet and w.c. > Balcony.

Central heating > Garden > Barbecue> Swimming pool > Use of washing machine > Parking > Walking distance of 800m to the town of San Gimignano.

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