Frantoio Villa

The Frantoio Villa has sweeping views of gently rolling hills dotted with olive orchards in a region famous for wine and olive oil. There are so many ways to relax, whether it is vigorous hiking, leisurely nature walks, bird watching, visiting wineries or lounging poolside with a glass of wine. 

Location

Located in the Valdambra (Ambra Valley) area between Siena and Arezzo, you'll love the unspoiled beauty and scenic views of olive orchards. This is an area with deep roots in agricultural traditions. A short drive from the villa is the medieval village of Ambra where there is a grocery store and a few shops. The town of Bucine has a supermarket, shops, restaurants and a small train station. Put on your ‘must see' list a drive to Cortona, made famous by author Frances Mayes book ‘Under the Tuscan Sun' and Arezzo, famous for its antiques market, charm, and medieval jousting. Siena is a 45 minute drive, Florence an hour, and Rome`s airport about three hours. You can avoid driving into Florence by catching the train in Bucine that gets you right into the center of that city in an hour.

Exterior

The Frantoio Villa is a beautiful, stately stone farmhouse that blends the best of Tuscan charm with all the beauty and comfort of refined Italian taste. Get your camera ready to capture the breathtaking 360 degree views of the valley below from the pristine grounds that are lush with trees, fragrant herbs and flowers.

The shaded pergola poolside has ample lounge chairs and has gorgeous views of the valley stretching out below. Enjoy meals al fresco at the outdoor dining table.

Separate from the main house is an annex with two bedrooms and a hot tub.

Interior

Decorated in a tasteful Tuscan style, the ground floor has a large and comfortable living room, a dining room that can seat 20 people, a fully equipped kitchen.

The mezzanine has two bedrooms. One of these bedrooms has a second door that opens to the garden. The laundry room is on this level. 

The upper floor has 5 bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. Two of these bedrooms have direct garden access.

The annex, just a few feet from the main house, has two bedrooms with en suite bathrooms.

Optional chef services  with advance arrangement, please request a price quote.

Things To Note

Neighborhood: Arezzo

Accessibility/Security: Three story, no elevator

Pool is not fenced. Guests are fully responsible for safety of all.

Booking Period: During low season stays for 4+ nights are possible, kindly request a price quote.

Payment: Upon reserving, 30% of the total is non- refundable. €1500 damage deposit, refundable less damages, paid in cash on arrival.

Utilities/Taxes: Heat and air conditioning dates on/off and daily cycles are set by government.

Heat €700/week paid locally.

Hospitality tax is paid in cash on arrival. Go to www.italyperfect.com/tax for current rate.

Cooling: Geothermal in floor cooling system

Services: Included in rent; welcome basket, 2 hours daily light housekeeping except Sundays not including towel change.

Additional services; chef services, extra linen and cleaning with advance arrangement, please request a price quote.

Check In/Out: Check in 4:00pm to 7:00pm, by appointment. Check out by 10:00am. 

Room Details

Kitchen

• Kitchen
• Fully Equipped
• Blender
• Coffee Maker
• Dishwasher
• Italian-Style Espresso Pot
• Kettle
• Microwave
• Oven
• Stovetop
• Toaster
• Refrigerator

Accessibility

• Private Entrance
• No Elevator

Bathroom

• Hairdryer

Connectivity/Entertainment

• WiFi
• TV - Limited English Programs

Heating/Cooling

• Heating
• Fireplace
• Window Screens
• AC Geothermal Cooling

Kid/Family Friendly

• High Chair
• Travel Crib

Laundry

• Dryer
• Iron & Board
• Washer

Outdoor

• BBQ
• Hot Tub
• Pool
• Wood-Fired Pizza Oven

Amenities

• Pool
• Air Conditioning

Places to Go
Bucine (7 km)
Village near Arezzo with Roman origins. Grocery store, shops and train station on Florence-Arezzo line.
Ambra (8 km)
Village with some restaurants and shops.
Siena (25 km)
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.
Radda in Chianti (38 km)
Ancient village, long the headquarters of the Chianti League for wine. Wonderful wandering the streets, tunnels, views and restaurants with, of course, Chianti wine.
Arezzo (40 km)
Classic fortified Tuscan hill-top city with famous cathedral, significant frescoes, beautiful piazzas and streets. Monthly antique's fair. One of the most important Etruscan cities and located on the important Via Cassia Roman north-south highway.
Montepulciano (46 km)
Top Tuscan town known for its eponymous wine, architecture from medieval times to the Renaissance.
Cortona (55 km)
Charming, ancient hilltop town. Visit the fortress for the view, nice museums, many restaurants and sample the great local red wine.
Greve in Chianti (57 km)
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.
Montalcino (58 km)
Brunello is the famous wine of Montalcino. In the breath-taking Val d'Orcia, it is also known for its unspoiled 16th century architecture from which the views are phenomenal. Seasonal concerts and festivals.
Florence (70 km)
Capital of Tuscany, home of the Renaissance. Architecture and art. Food and shopping galore.
San Gimignano (70 km)
Stunning town that bristles with 14 medieval tower-homes that remain from the original 72. UNESCO World Heritage Site. Famous for its saffron and wine Vernaccia.