L' Uliveto
Located in a small hamlet in a tranquil, classical Tuscan setting in the heart of Chianti and owned by a distinguished Italian family who still live on the estate, this former school provides a most comfortable holiday venue. One of the main features of the house is the trompe l’oeil decoration on the front and back of L’Uliveto, painted by the owners ancestor, a Governor of Siena in honour of a visit to the Estate by the then ruler of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany. It was done to remind the Grand Duke of a farm in his native Austria, although the locals at the time remained rather sceptical as to whether it was truly authentic!! A plaque still commemorates his visit. Uliveto is set at the edge of the hamlet, with beautiful gardens, terraces and pool area facing towards a lovely uninterrupted view of Tuscan countryside. Inside, the house is comfortable and spacious, and provides ideal accommodation for families with two sitting rooms and two kitchen areas which add to this suitability.
The owner has provided thoughtful touches to ensure her guests enjoy their stay, with a high ratio of bathrooms to bedrooms, and large comfortable beds. Outside, extensive “wrap-around” terraces provide two areas for outside dining al fresco under a rose covered shaded pergola or under umbrellas, and extensive lawns provide endless play areas for children. Steps lead down to the large pool area, well equipped with sunbeds and umbrellas for total relaxation, with views of vineyards, olive trees and rolling hills. A shared tennis court nearby provides an excuse for an energetic game with friends and an evening walk round this beautifully run farm and Estate is truly magical.
Accomodation
Ground Floor: Sitting room with dining area • Kitchen • Cloakroom
First Floor - First part: Master double bedroom with bathroom en suite and walk in wardrobe • Twin bedroom • Shower room • Twin bedroom (can be double) with shower room en suite
First Floor - Second part: (accessed by separate staircase): Four-poster double bedroom • Bathroom • Twin bedroom with ensuite shower room
Facilities
Washing machine, 2 dishwashers, microwave, Basic Italian Sky Satellite TV, DVD, CD, iPod dock, telephone, internet access (in owner's office), fax, WiFi
Private Swimming Pool
7m x 15m. The pool is open from beginning May until mid September . Outside these dates, the pool can be opened on request for an extra charge.
Welcome Provisions Included
A welcome gesture to offer you a drink after your journey; tea or coffee and biscuits, wine or juice and a snack. They are not sufficient for an entire meal. Owners will also generally leave a few other items such as some salt, sugar, oil, bin bags and toilet paper.
Food Hamper
Can be arranged for an additional cost and service charge payable locally. For guests who are arriving late or who recognize they may be delayed and arrive with no time to do shopping. Shops are shut on Sundays, so the aim of the Food Hampers is to provide two light meals and two breakfasts, to allow guests to go out for one meal, then do more shopping on Monday. We can adapt these hampers to take into account allergies, dislikes and dietary requirements, or according to whether there are children in the party. For a list of possible ingredients, please see the CV Travel Directory.
Cook Service
A local cook can provide meals at this villa. Available on request and subject to availability.
Cooking lessons available on request at extra cost
Complimentary wine and oil tasting sessions with tour of the ancient vill and gardens
The cook service is available on request and payable locally (booking fee applies).
If you are happy with these arrangements, we need to know as soon as possible if you would like her services to book her well ahead of time. We would therefore be grateful if you could complete the cook questionnaire and return it to us as soon as possible so she is informed in time that you would like her to cook for your party. Please note that the cook service is not available on Sundays or on Public Holidays.
Linen and Towels
Provided once per week on Saturday. Extra changes are available on request for an additional charge
Maid Service
4 hrs, 2 days per week
Services
Facts
Airports
Florence 70kms, Pisa 150kms
Amenities
Shop 3kms at Taverne, larger shops at Due Ponti 6kms, restaurant at Ponte Abozzone 5kms, riding at Bernardegna 15kms, golf at Castelfalfi 70kms, tennis court 400 metres
Places of Interest
Siena 7kms, Montalcino 30kms, San Gimignano 40kms
Price
Starting at £1390
Contact The Villa People
Please e-mail us at info@thevillapeople.com, or "click here" to visit our contact us page.