Apartment rental Chiarentana - Beco

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130 m²

Florence: 150 km

cultural sightseeing,winemaking area, tennis, spas, hiking

Siena, Florence, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Pienza, Orvieta, Cortona

Overview

Chiarentana was once a medieval fortress and has been 'de-gentrified' over the centuries, becoming one of the main farm buildings on the property. The 6 apartments are still named after the peasant families who last lived here. The square building surrounds a large, shady courtyard planted with climbing roses, lavender and a deliciously scented lime tree. The arched entrance admits a cool breeze and leads out into the wide landscaped garden with a pool (15x7 m) and a tennis court. The view from here is spectacular and surveys the entire valley, but your eye will finally settle on the dominating Monte Amiata, Tuscany's highest mountain. The garden is furnished with tables and chairs for all apartments, each far enough from the other to guarantee each party sufficient privacy.

This apartment is an unusual place. Upon entering the house from the courtyard you will be stunned by the large and beautifully decorated living room, which has 3 windows looking out over the valley. The sofa and armchairs are grouped around a grand fireplace, whereas the antique dining table stands at the other end of the main room. A lovely old refectory table serves as a sideboard. Large modern paintings by the son of the owner complete the eclectic decor. The kitchen has a traditional look, but the technical equipment is up to most modern standards.
Wifi Internet access a specially appointed room at Chiarentana, accessible to all guests.

On this video, listen to the owner Donata Origo as she talks about the restoration of Chiarentana, which took up to 20 years.

Service available

Floorplan of the villa

First floor
1 living and dining room with fireplace
1 large kitchen with fireplace
1 double
1 twin
2 bathrooms with shower

garden :
The garden is furnished with tables and chairs for all apartments, each far enough from the other to guarantee each party sufficient privacy.
The pool (15x7 m.) is shared with the other guests of Chiarentana.

Guest reviews

Nous arrivons d'une merveilleuse semaine à Chiarentana. L'accueil a été charmant, l'appartement confortable, le temps idéal, les couleurs sublimes... L'huile d'olive aussi nous a conquis et nous en avons maintenant plein nos placards; de quoi passer un bon hiver ! Comme je l'ai dit à Benedetta je tiens à revoir la région au printemps ! Merci encore de nous avoir aidés à organiser ce séjour.
Jacqueline Castre, Marseille, France - Octobre 2009

Rates

* Low season : 01 January 2012 - 12 May 2012, 13 October 2012 - 31 December 2012
* Mid season : 31 March 2012 - 14 April 2012, 12 May 2012 - 16 June 2012, 01 September 2012 - 13 October 2012
* High season : 16 June 2012 - 01 September 2012