Casale del Pino

This beautiful property is located in a very panoramic position in the southern part of Tuscany, only 15 KM from Montepulciano and 15 KM away from the town of Cortona, nowadays known not only for its beauty, but also as the setting of the famous book “Under the Tuscan sun”, by Frances Mayes. The surrounding countryside is a typical picture of Tuscany and, from the property uninterrupted views over the rolling hills can be enjoyed both in the day and at night. The accommodation consists of two terracotta-brick farmhouses, not interconnecting with each other, being the perfect setting for family reunions, or giving the possibility for a large group to holiday together yet retain their own privacy. The new English owner has recently bought and completely restored the original farmhouse to a very high standard, furnishing the interiors with all modern comforts, such as satellite TV, video and stereo, along with a computer at clients’ disposal, yet retaining a typical Tuscan atmosphere. The large swimming pool (14 x 7 m) is situated in a very sunny area of the flat lawn garden where there is also a changing room and a guest bathroom. The British house manager is available for suggestions and assistance. On request, she can arrange cooking services, as well as Italian lessons, for her guests at Casale del Pino.

Bedroom / Bathroom Description

MAIN HOUSE

Ground Floor:

• Guest bathroom

First Floor:

• Bedroom 1: Sleeps 2, Twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom (bath and shower)
• Bedroom 2: Sleeps 2, Twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom (shower only)
• Bedroom 3: Sleeps 2, Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom (shower only)
• Bedroom 4: Sleeps 2, Master queen bedroom with en-suite bathroom and opening to the garden via a staircase

GUEST HOUSE

Ground Floor:

• Bedroom 5: Sleeps 2, Twin bedroom
• Bedroom 6: Sleeps 2, Double bedroom sharing a bathroom (shower only)
• Bedroom 7: Sleeps 2, Twin bedroom
• Bedroom 8: Sleeps 2, Double bedroom sharing a bathroom (shower only)

Features & Amenities

• Satellite TV
• VCR
• DVD player
• Stereo / CD player
• BBQ
• Computer
• Washing machine
• Fireplace
• Telephone

Outdoor Features

• Al fresco dining
• Swimming pool (14 x 7 m) – unheated
  • NOT fenced
  • Access to pool – Steps
  • Distance from Pool to House – 50 m
  • 12 x Loungers
  • 4 x Sun chairs
  • Pool towels – Yes

Staff & Services

• Maid service is included 3 hours a day, 6 days a week (excluding Sunday)

Villa Policies

• No Pets Allowed
• Non-Smoking Villa
• A refundable security deposit of €1800 will be required in cash or traveler’s checks upon arrival at the villa
• ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE TIMES - Clients must arrive between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. and leave before 10 a.m. on the day of departure.
• SWIMMING POOLS - Swimming pools are not open all year. If your rental period is outside the period May 30th to October 3rd, please check with us that the pool can be opened. Swimming pools are not enclosed with fences and there are no lifeguards. Clients’ use of the swimming pool is at their own risk.
• HEATING - Heating costs are not included in the price and must be paid directly on the spot to the owner or his/her representative before departing. Please note that heating in Italy, when not subject to restrictions by the local Government, is more expensive compared to other countries. If you look for a property in low season, make sure to ask for an estimate of the heating cost. You may be asked a supplementary deposit for heating expenses.
• WATER AND ELECTRICITY - Please note that most of the properties that we offer are not the typical purpose-built Mediterranean holiday villas. Most are converted farmhouses or former manor houses, full of character and history. Water shortages do occur; please use it sparingly during the summer months. At the same time, Italy is probably one of the few countries in the world where the government has introduced a system of electricity limitators to contain the national consumption. This means you must be careful when using more than one appliance at once because the limitator will shut the electricity off.
• INTERNET CONNECTION - Many of our properties have an internet connection. From our experience, when a connection is interrupted due to technical reasons beyond our control, it is unfortunately very difficult, despite our efforts, to receive immediate assistance from some of the internet providers operating in Italy. We therefore strongly suggest that those who need to access their emails should bring their own BlackBerry, or a similar portable device. Please note that in any case we cannot accept responsibility for lack of these services.

Getting There LOW SLUNG CARS - VANS - MINIBUSES - Most of our houses are located in the countryside. Some of them can be accessed only by unsealed roads and driveways. We therefore advise people intending to take a sports or low-slung car on holiday, to check with us first whether the access to the property allows for such a car. We advise against the use of vans and minibuses. Please always check with us, at the time of booking, if you are planning to use this type of vehicle when staying at one of our properties.

Location:

• Centoia (nearest village) – 1.5 KM
• Montepulciano – 15 KM
• Cortona – 15 KM
• Nearest motorway exit - 18 KM

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Kitchen Appliances

• Kettle
• Microwave
• Mixer
• Coffee machine
• Immersion blender
• Toaster
• Juice maker
• Dishwasher

Miscellaneous

• 1 High chair
• 8 x Fans
• Mosquito nets available