Montoro

This very attractive villa was originally built in the second half of the 19th century, and has been completely renovated throughout. The views from the property are like a picture of typical Chianti landscape, rich with gently rolling hills covered with vineyards and olive groves. Only 4 KM away from Greve in Chianti, Montoro is an ideal base for sightseeing and trips to both the larger Tuscan cities, like Florence and Siena, and the smaller towns. Within the well-maintained fenced garden with trees and flower beds, there is a swimming pool, surrounded by a terrace. Its structure makes Montoro suitable also for children. The interiors of the house are furnished with comfortable, traditional furniture, antiques and there is a very well-equipped kitchen and modern bathrooms. A wireless LAN network has been installed at the property for guests who wish to access internet during their stay. The property also has SKY cable television which allows guests to view movies, news and cartoons in English. The owner lives in a separate apartment on the estate.

First Floor:

• Bedroom 1: Sleep 2, Twin bedroom
• Bedroom 2: Sleeps 2, Double bedroom
• Bedroom 3: Sleeps 2, Double bedroom
• Bedroom 4: Sleeps 2, Double bedroom
• Bedroom 5: Sleeps 2, Twin bedroom, opening to a small covered terrace
• 2 shower bathrooms and one bathroom with bath

Guest House (available at additional cost):

• Bedroom 6: Sleeps 2, Double bedroom
• Bedroom 7: Sleeps 2, Twin bedroom
• Bathroom

Features & Amenities

• Wireless Internet
• Satellite TV
• DVD player
• Stereo / CD player
• SKY cable
• Washing machine
• 2 Telephones
• BBQ

Outdoor Features

• Al fresco dining
• Swimming pool (12 x 6 m) – unheated
  • Pool depth – 1.40 m
  • NOT fenced
  • Access to pool – Ladder
  • Distance from Pool to House – 25 m
  • 5 x Loungers
  • 10 x Sun chairs
  • Pool towels - Yes

Staff & Services

• Maid service is included 2 hours a day, 5 days a week

Villa Policies

• Dogs Allowed
• Non-Smoking Villa
• A refundable security deposit of €1000 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 is available at an additional charge. Usage will be metered throughout your stay and you will be charged accordingly. Charges 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 Transfers are available/Rental car recommended 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.

• Nearest Major Airport – Florence Peretola (FLR) – approx. 35 KM

Location:

• Greve in Chianti (nearest village with shops, bank and post office) – 4 KM
• Florence – 25 KM
• Siena – 75 KM
• Golf (Ugolino) – 15 KM
• Tennis - 4 KM

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Kitchen Appliances

• Kettle
• Microwave
• Coffee machine (filter + mocha)
• Toaster
• Juice maker
• Ice maker
• Dishwasher

Miscellaneous

• 2 Baby Cots
• Baby cot linen - Yes
• 1 High chair
• 7 x Fans