6 BEDROOMS - SLEEPING 10+1
Podere Sprezzatura lies at the heart of a small wine-producing estate, rising above the surrounding vineyards to command a panoramic view of the tranquil and unspoilt Tuscan countryside. Rolling hills stretch towards the Apuan Alps, studded with distant hill towns and carpeted with vineyards, cypresses, olive groves, oak woods and pasture. This wonderful old farmhouse sleeps 11 guests. Once derelict, the farmhouse has been sensitively restored with traditional Tuscan details, such as tiled floors and beamed ceilings.

Lovely old features have been preserved, such as a vaulted hall, an old bread oven, arched doors, shuttered windows and a hay barn now converted into a magnificent sitting room. Concealed modern lighting throughout the house, complemented by antique wall lights, highlights the architectural details without spoiling the rustic atmosphere. All double bedrooms have multiple windows and en suite bathrooms.

At the heart of the house, an old olive tree shades a sunny courtyard, where two loggias command fine views across the valley. From every prospect, the garden leads on to the vineyard, which in turn is surrounded by oak woods and streams. The well-planted garden includes a young orchard, a Tuscan kitchen garden, lawns and an herb-filled lane.
Swimming pool [13m x 7m]
Table Tennis
Barbecue
Board Games
Sky satellite television with English channels
DVD player
Two hi-fi systems with many CDs
iPod docking station
Wireless internet
Safe
Telephone and fax
Central heating
Many books, particularly on Italy and art
Maps for many fine walks in the surrounding countryside

From the hall, steps lead to the lower ground floor. Here you can find a twin bedroom with an en-suite shower room, a single bedroom and a guest WC. The old wine cellar houses the large and well equipped laundry room. Access to the courtyard and loggia.

Six steps lead from the entrance hall to a small sitting room with fireplace. The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with separate shower and tub.

On the first floor find a twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. Both bathrooms have shower and tub. There is an outside loggia with stunning views. The annex near the pool has a twin bedroom with en-suite shower room.

POOL ANNEX
By the swimming pool there is an Annex with a Twin bedroom with en-suite shower room. This would be suitable for a teenager, or possibly staff. Its style is simpler than the other bedrooms.

Outside the property is idyllic, with beautiful, well-tended gardens, pot plants, a lane of aromatic herbs, lawns and a wonderful kitchen garden. The stunning pool, with its pool house and terrace is in a perfect setting with plenty of room to take lunch or dinner, to while away the hours or cool off and there are several other outdoor spots with tables and chairs that are designed to take in the best light of the day and provide a variety of different aspects on the countryside.

INCLUSIONS
Maid service 5 hour per day, five days a week (not available Monday and Wednesday)
Gardener/pool maintenance
Utilities (gas, electricity and water)
Air conditioning & Wi-Fi
EXTRAS
Mid-week linen & towel change €150 for all the bedrooms (or € 25 per room)
Cook on request at an additional cost
Firewood for fireplace €100/week
Central heating as per consumption
Please note that the villa manager lives in a separate wing of the villa

Podere Sprezzatura is culturally in the heart of Tuscany, situated conveniently almost exactly midway between the two greatest cultural cities, Florence and Siena. Each is only 40 minutes away by car (with bus services from the local village), and San Gimignano is closer still. Many pretty and rewarding Tuscan hill towns and villages are on its rural doorstep. There is also easy access to Podere Sprezzatura from any of Florence, Pisa and Bologna airports.