Location: Greve, Firenze (Florence) Province, Tuscany, Italy, Europe (30 minutes to Florence; 45 minutes to Siena)
Accommodations: House, 1 Bedroom + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1 Bath (Sleeps 1-2)
Keywords: House
For the most discerning guests. Lovingly restored, free-standing stone farmhouse on a hilltop at 500 meters a.s.l. in the heart of the Chianti for those desiring seclusion, absolutely quiet surroundings, unparalleled views, and unspoiled rustic natural beauty for their self-catering holiday.
Immersed in its own scented flower gardens and olive groves, the naturally shaded private stone-paved terrace for al fresco dining, opens further onto its own lawned garden with large trees enclosed by shrub and perennial borders, the perfect front row seats for viewing the incomparable Tuscan hills and sunsets.
The swimming pool, one flight of hand-railed stairs up from the house, through a rock garden, commands uniquely spectacular and panoramic views, is for the exclusive use of our guests and ourselves and is set within mature gardens, terraced grounds, and lemon trees.
Breathtaking vistas from every window and door, the house is both extremely comfortable and tastefully furnished as a private home. Original terracotta floors and wooden beams have been carefully preserved throughout. The spacious (860sq.ft.)open plan living room with large fireplace, fine grand piano, dining area, and kitchen equipped for a gourmet cook, is on on the ground floor level immediately off the terrace entrance and stays delightfully cool and breezy even in high summer.
The antique wood-panelled bedroom and well-appointed en suite bathroom and large shower are 14 steps up on the mezzanine level. Insect screens throughout, a firm, U.S. queen-sized mattress, the finest down duvet, and highest quality cotton sheets assure a perfect night's sleep. A/C for the bedroom is available at no extra charge, though only rarely needed. Every modern convenience has been thought of, including a laptop (upon request), printer/copier/scanner, WIFI, DSL(unlimited at no extra charge), should you desire maintaining contact with the outside world (your virtual office, with special requests met) and thoughtfully placed reading lights. Brand new Ipod docking station/top quality speaker system has just been added! Exercise room on premises.
Our goal is to provide our guests with the maximum attention to the smallest detail that will assure you a holiday unlike any other, a genuine home away from home in Tuscany. Upon your arrival, you will be warmly and personally greeted by the multi-lingual owners and offered a selection of local Tuscan delicacies, and samples of the many organically produced products of our farm, including wine and olive oil. Your first evening's light meal will be left for you with our compliments. No need to shop before your arrival, as the cottage has a well-stocked fridge and 'dispensa'. You will find everything you could possibly need for your holiday. A list of all provisions/supplies will be sent to you beforehand.
La Ventolina is an ideal base for exploring the spectacular Chianti region at any time of year and is within easy reach of both Florence and Siena. Greve in Chianti is only three kilometres away and has an excellent choice of restaurants, shops, and a delightful Saturday market. The area offers the pleasures of experiencing the infinite variety of culinary and cultural offerings, the rhythms of each season, the friendly and spontaneous people who live here, and the unrivaled beauty of the Tuscan landscape which is unique in the world.
La Ventolina is an entirely non-smoking property. Musicians, gardeners, and art lovers are particularly welcome.
Cooking lessons, wine tasting, escorted excursions, airport pick up and drop off can be arranged as well as personalized itinerary planning for your independent travel. Car rental is strongly advised.
Please include a personal text message and telephone number, including your area code/country code with your enquiry. Property is available for a minimum one week's rental, Saturday to Saturday.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Bedroom
- Linens Provided : All linens provided, including pool towels
- Washer : In the cottage
- Wood Fireplace : Firewood provided
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : CD's, DVD's, Ipod docking/speaker system
- Shared Pool : Shared only with owners
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : Charcoal provided
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Monument View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Cell Phone
- Computer : Laptop computer upon request at no extra charge. Printer/scanner
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- 17-foot by 35-foot Pool (shared only with owner), working fireplace (firewood), local cell phone, A/C (bedroom), insect screens throughout, all system VCR and DVD, fine quality stereo, library of fine CDs, DVDs, guide books, and reading material, full cook's kitchen, oven/cooktop, immersion blender and food processor, citrus press, cooking utensils, BBQ (charcoal provided), washing machine and laundry Soap Products, Iron/Ironing Board, All Linens and towels, hair dryer/diffuser, adapters, selected toiletries, welcome prosecco and basic provisions; a bottle of our farm-produced wine and oil, mineral water, milk, coffee, tea, bread, jam, juice and fresh eggs of our farm, everything to set the tone for a perfect holiday, La Ventolina is an entirely non-smoking property
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Butterfly Watching, Wine Tasting and Fine Dining, Historic Gardens and Castles, Scenic Drives, writing a book, or just doing NOTHING!
Rate Details (In Euros)
May 28, 2011 - October 22nd, 2011........€1670/week
October 22nd, 2011 - November 19th, 2011.€1600/week
November 19th, 2011 - March 31st, 2011...€1530/week
March 31st, 2012 - April 28th, 2012......€1600/week
April 28th, 2012 - October 20th,2012 ....€1670/week..
October 20th, 2012- November 17th, 2012..€1600/week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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Traveler Reviews (32)
A True Gem!
Guest: Delighted Guests
(San Carlos, California, USA)
Date of Stay: 12/22/11
Review Submitted: 01/03/12
My husband and I just returned from spending time over Christmas at La Ventolina and could not possibly have been more pleased and charmed by the cottage, the area and by our hosts, Francesca and Uli. The cottage itself is an ideal, romantic, perfectly maintained get-away. It is architecturally gorgeous (pictures do not totally do it justice) and entirely comfortable from end-to-end. We arrived to a beautiful antipasta platter, with both a bottle of wine and olive oil made from what is grown on the property itself - both wonderful! Francesca and Uli provided suggestions and recommendations that truly optimized our trip and experience while there, in addition to being two of the most gracious people we have had the priviledge to meet and know. Florence is very close by, so it is easy to have the experience of "living" in the Tuscan countryside, yet one has the ease of a short drive to see all that is in Florence. There are also many other historically significant locations quite nearby (Siena, Pisa, San Gimignano...), in addition to a multitude of wonderful restaraunts to experience. In all, the trip exceeded all expectations and we fully expect to return (as often as possible!). La Ventolina is a true gem!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers.
It was WOW! from the beginning
Guest: DeWayne M.
Date of Stay: 10/08/11
Review Submitted: 10/29/11
From the time we walked into the cottage till we walked out, my wife and I were constantly saying "wow, this place is so great". The cottage was stocked with some local food when we arrived so we could relax and not worry about getting the basics. The guide that Francesca and Uli provide has all kinds of great advice, from when / where the markets are, to restuarants around the Tuscany region as you get out and about. We used Cottage La Ventolina as a base to explore the region, everything is really close and we were able to see and do, but still have time to relax. Francesca and Uli were incredible hosts and worked to make sure that we had the vacation that we desired while we were there as well as making recommendations for when we left their property. Our week at the cottage ended way to fast, but as we drove out we were still saying "wow, was great to have this experience".
Recommended for:Romantic getaway.
Our second trip to Tuscany but our first trip to Paradise!
Guest: Alice & Len
(Buckingham, Pennsylvania)
Date of Stay: 06/11/11
Review Submitted: 07/06/11
The views from LaVentolina are breathtaking. The location provides access to many beautiful surrounding cities with a wonderful "home" to return to at the end of each adventure. Upon our arrival and throughout our stay, Francesca and Uli provided us with all the necessary comforts of home, daily and delicious surprises from their vineyard and gardens, but, most importantly, their friendship and guidance. Our two week stay was the most enjoyable vacation we have ever experienced. We cannot thank our gracious hosts enough for sharing their home with us. The description and pictures presented for review are exactly what you find when you arrive and yet one is still in awe to see it in person. We look forward to our next and most certain return visit to La Ventolina.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.
Guest: Valerie and Don
(Italy)
Date of Stay: 05/22/11
Review Submitted: 06/14/11
Well...here it is...time for us to leave La Ventolina and Tuscany...and we really don't want to leave. This has been the perfect place for us to celebrate our 25th Anniversary and to relax after our three week tour of Italy. You have a beautiful place here tucked away in the hills. The first time we drove up your drive to the cottage, we thought 'Mamma Mia', but, after that, it was fun going in and out of the property! It's perfect. We were so impressed with all your lovely gardens. It's absolutely beautiful..and the view! I loved looking out the window from the bed in the morning and hearing the rooster and the cuckoos...and the fresh eggs delivered to us in the morning...how nice! We enjoyed checking out all the little towns here in the Chianti, and trying the restaurants. Maybe some day you can come and stay in our cottage on Lake Minocqua in northern Wisconsin! Thanks so much!
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Guest: Conlee & Signa
(Italy)
Date of Stay: 11/03/10
Review Submitted: 06/14/11
You met all our expectations! The perfect place for rest, adventure and explanation, with comfort and all theamenities at the end of the day. Grazie, Francesca and li, for warm hospitality and for conversations and suggestions. You have been perfect Tuscan hosts. With fond memories.
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Guest: Rick & Martha Reynolds
(Italy)
Date of Stay: 04/22/11
Review Submitted: 06/14/11
From the moment we arrived at this magical place, Francesca and Uli were more than the perfect hosts, but guides, sages, historians, artists and friends as well. Their exquisite taste for, and love of beauty is evidenced everywhere you look - no detail too small to be overlooked by these thoughtful and generous people. We'll never forget this Garden of Eden they created for the lucky few who get to stay here!
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Paradise Found
Guest: Happy renter
(Hattiesburg,MS)
Date of Stay: 10/19/10
Review Submitted: 11/13/10
Truly a Tuscan paradise, Cottage la Ventolina will capture your heart when you pull up to the cottage. The grounds and the cottage were immaculate and true to the advertisement the kitchen was stocked with many local delicacies. The owners were on vacation so it was our pleasure to be assisted with anything we could need by Betjula, their worker. For those of you who have not been to Italy it is interesting how little Italian you need to know. The Cottage is a wonderful "base camp" for some truly amazing areas and our hosts were very knowledgeable about all things Italian. They seem to know everyone and everything and welcome your questions. We spent a lot of time at the cottage and were very comfortable. Don't let the drive off the main road discourage you, it is all part of the adventure and worth the amazing view. We enjoyed very much our lunch a Lamole, just a few kilometers away with beautiful vistas along the road. The town of Greve in Chiati is a very welcoming, quaint town with great restaurants and shops. You will definitely need a rental car.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+.
The Cottage
Guest: John and Shelby
(Encino, California USA)
Date of Stay: 03/29/10
Review Submitted: 09/29/10
Several months have past since our wonderful stay at what we affectionately refer to as "the cottage". Our hosts were truly gracious and helpful. It was the first trip for us where we were able to enjoy our time as though it was "our home" as compared to hotel stays where you are confined to your room unless you choose to wander out. While we went on daily day trips, we spent several evenings at home, cooking foods either supplied by Francesca or purchased by us at the local market in Greve. Restaurants that rise to the level of "don't miss" are Antiqua Osteria di Diva in Sienna for either lunch or dinner (it was our favorite) or Cat and Dog in Sienna for dinner. One should not miss dinner in Panzano at the home of the "most famous butcher in all of Italy"...it was a fabulous experience. If we could do it again, we would go later in the year, i.e. late March and early April is cold and damp (sometimes wet). I still tell people about our journey and have referred several friends to experience "the cottage". P.S. It is a small world....after arriving, I learned that I knew Francesca's mother from many years ago....unbelievable.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway.
Holiday Paradise in Tuscany
Guest: Ian & Judy
(London, UK)
Date of Stay: 07/24/10
Review Submitted: 09/05/10
Our third visit! Could we recommend this tranquil, charming and hospitable sanctuary any more highly! Tuscany is wonderful, historic and beautiful. The cottage is relaxing and peaceful with fantastic views and incredible sunsets and Francesca and Uli are the perfect hosts in residence. We will return again!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Unbelievably charming and romantic
Guest: M&G
(Victoria, Canada)
Date of Stay: 05/08/10
Review Submitted: 07/21/10
We spent two weeks at La Ventolina in May this year. It is a charming cottage with exquisite views. Francesca and Uli are the most gracious hosts you could hope for and help ensure all your questions are answered and your needs taken care of (thanks again for the eggs and wine!). The cottage is up a long hill and a little remote if you are wanting to go out for dinner. But we spent the days exploring and the evenings cooking and enjoying the wine purchase of the day. The entire Chianti area more than lives up to its reputation - La Ventolina, Chianti, Tuscany and Italy are all highly recommended. If you are in Rome go to La Campagne - a Francesca and Uli recommendation!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+.
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