Borgo Beco

Beco has spacious luxury and working fireplace. Located on a stunning, vast estate in the unspoiled southeastern Tuscan countryside with unparalleled views and tranquil olive orchards.

Unparalleled views characterize the Borgo estate comprised of several groupings of villas and apartments spread across over 2000 agricultural acres. The main building, a 10 minute drive from the Borgo properties, was once the private villa of the owners. The villa's formal English-style gardens date back to the 1920`s. This enchanting estate is in the Val d`Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Location

Picture-postcard views of rolling hills dotted with cypress trees. Excursions to the well-known medieval towns are easy, whether you enjoy wine-tasting, savoring the riches of Tuscan cuisine, hiking you can savor the best that Tuscany has to offer. Imagine a leisurely lunch and wine tasting in Montalcino, a visit to the Etruscan ruins nearby, back for a dip in the pool, cocktails at sunset and dinner at one of the many country restaurants nearby.

Exterior

This set of apartments is located in handsome stone building a 5-minute drive from the main road. A central courtyard is planted with a fragrant lime tree, lavender and roses. Patio furniture is in the garden during summer months. Self-service laundry room with washer, dryer on ground floor. 

Included in each apartment: Toiletries, hair dryers, dishwasher detergent, dish soap, laundry detergent. Mid-week change of bath towels. Basic grocery items, complimentary bottle of wine and olive oil. Map of local hikes and walks.

On request: Additional housekeeping. Welcome dinner. Gourmet cooking class.

Activities: Pool. Tennis. Playground. Beautiful walks, both up into the oak and beech woods, and down into the crete senesi, the unique clay hillocks that characterize the Val d`Orcia landscape. In late July an outstanding chamber music festival, Incontri in Terra di Siena, is held at the Castelluccio. On site manager can advise you on restaurants, shopping, sight-seeing. Some of the most beautiful Renaissance, Romanesque, Medieval and Etruscan sites are close by, and in summer, digs for an Etruscan necropolis are ongoing in the field next to the main Borgo villa.

On Request:  Private guided tours of Tuscan treasures. Swimming in volcanic hot water pools. Riding in Val d`Orcia. Mountain biking.

Interior

Beco is spacious and comfortably furnished. Living room has a working fireplace. 

The eat-in kitchen is especially Tuscan with the old hearth addiing character. It is traditional in appearance with travertine table tops and an open fireplace but is set up for a keen and experience cook.

The size of the living room and the kitchen makes it possible for them to be used for events such as family reunions, important birthdays or other get togethers for 10 -15 people, staying in different apartments.

For larger groups, the Beco apartment can be connected to the Fonte apartment via a shared door.

Things To Note

Neighborhood: Val d'Orcia

Size: 1400 sq ft/130 m2

Accessibility/Security: 12 steps to reach the apartment.

Cooling: No air conditioning.

Payment: Damage deposit - credit card imprint taken on arrival.

Heat paid locally.

Pool: Open mid-May to the end of October

Check In/Out: Check in is from 3pm-6pm, by appointment. Check out is 10am.

Room Details

Kitchen

• Kitchen
• Fully Equipped
• Coffee Maker
• Dishwasher
• Kettle
• Oven
• Stovetop
• Toaster
• Refrigerator

Accessibility

• Private Entrance
• 2nd Floor North American

Bathroom

• Hairdryer

Connectivity/Entertainment

• WiFi
• TV

Heating/Cooling

• Heating
• No Air Conditioning
• Portable Fan(s) Available Upon Request
• Window Screens

Kid/Family Friendly

• High Chair
• Travel Crib

Laundry

• Dryer
• Washer

Outdoor

• Pool
• Tennis Court

Amenities

• Pool

Things to See & Do

Chianciano Terme (7 mins Driving)
Fellini loved this town famous for its thermal baths. The ancient defensive wall surrounds a historic castle, beautiful clock tower, museum with art from the renaissance times and an archeological museum.
Monticchiello (16 mins Driving)
In the heart of Val d'Orcia, this ancient village reflects its roots and its role as a stronghold for the Republic of Siena. An exhibition park below the medieval fortress is a nice wander and location of events. Several good restaurants invite you to return.
Montepulciano (18 mins Driving)
Top Tuscan town known for its eponymous wine, architecture from medieval times to the Renaissance.
Montalcino (40 mins Driving)
Brunello is the famous wine of Montalcino. In the breath-taking Val d'Ocia, it is also know for its unspoiled 16th century architecture from which the views are phenomenal. Seasonal concerts and festivals.
Valdichiana Outlet Village (40 mins Driving)
Designer shopping with discounts in a convenient location. Restaurants, wines, playground.
Lake Trasimeno (45 mins Driving)
Gathered around this lake in Umbria are several small towns, including an ancient town on an island. Take a boat to an island, walk the natural landscape rich with wildlife. Etruscans and Romans settled here. Famous for local olive oil, fish wine, vin santo, cheese and honey.
Orvieto (50 mins Driving)
Outstanding hilltown just north of Rome. Beautiful views over the plains of Umbria. A plethora of medieval palaces. One of the great cathedrals of Italy with famous art. Excellent wandering the traffic-free medieval streets. Dine and drink the famous local wine in one of the many wineries.
Cortona (60 mins Driving)
Beautiful hilltop Tuscan town. In addition to restaurants and shops, an Etruscan museum, an archeological park with ancient fortifications and stretches of Roman roads. Paintings by Fra Angelico.
Siena (75 mins Driving)
Called Italy's loveliest medieval city with cuisine, art, museums, churches and famous art. Unique medieval culture that is reflected in the twice annual Palio horse race that some call insane. Look for videos.
Assisi (95 mins Driving)
Wonderful hill town in Umbria. The birthplace of St Francis, the sights of his life and the massive cathedral are places of devotion and spiritual energy. Frescoes by famous artists including Giotto and Cimabue.
Florence (95 mins Driving)
Capital of Tuscany, home of the Renaissance. Architecture and art. Food and shopping galore.
Radda in Chianti (95 mins Driving)
Ancient village, long the headquarters of the Chianti League for wine. Wonderful wandering the streets, tunnels, views and restaurants with, of course, Chianti wine.
Greve in Chianti (105 mins Driving)
One of the great wine towns of Italy, famous for Chianti wine, fine shops and restaurants. The triangular main piazza with collonnades hosts wine-focused events and an organic farmer's market, check schedule. Art and history abound in this easy to visit town.
Rome (120 mins Driving)
The capital of Italy and the seat of the Roman civilization 2000 years ago.