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La Corte estate stretches out over a hillside covered with vineyards, olive trees and woodland. It is set in the very heart of Chianti, near the main road from Florence to Siena, only 16 kilometers south of Florence. The house has 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, therefore a total of 14 people can be accommodated comfortably.
Despite it's August background, this property is a refreshingly friendly and relaxed estate. The Renaissance Villa, one of the finest in Tuscany (here no picture), stands on the highest hill in the very center of the estate. The Italian garden overlooking the Pesa Valley and the vast fourteenth century wine cellars and oil jar-storage, built into the embankment in the garden, complete the picturesque scenario.
The farmhouse La Corte (see first picture) was completely restored recently and modern amenities were installed, while retaining the original architectural structure and characteristic farmhouse features. The interior is still farm style. In the center of the house is a spacious kitchen with hearth and an old oven for baking bread. The large kitchen leads to a lavender painted dining room. There are two living rooms, the central sitting-room with two sofas and some armchairs and a smaller sitting-room, which opens to the garden.
Four airy bedrooms, two with double beds and two with twin beds, all face onto the central living room. The four bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms and one of which, the master bedroom, has a small loggia with view overlooking the ancient renaissance villa in the background. Additionally, there is a smaller bedroom with double bed and en-suite bathroom as well. On the ground floor there are two more bedrooms with a bathroom each. Some rooms have antique terracotta tiled floors, others have wooden floors. The brick roof rests on mighty oak beams.
Just outside the dining room, there is a terrace for al fresco dining equipped with table chairs and a large garden parasol. A lawn leads to the pool. From the swimming pool, the garden fades naturally into the surrounding olive groves.
The house has views over the gently rolling hills, olive groves, vineyards and the village of San Casciano. The farmhouse is just outside of the village, approximately 1.5 kilometers distant. You could even walk there! San Casciano offers a good choice of excellent restaurants, a geleteria, several Cappuccino bars, all kind of grocery shops, a cinema, a bank, a post office and a beautiful local market every Monday morning. In the house, you will find a list of recommended restaurants and information about the region. If you travel during the colder months, you will enjoy the heated public indoor pool of San Casciano, which is only 500 metres from the property.
The villa location is only 1.5 kilometers from the next bus stop and is a good base to visit Florence even without a car. During the week, buses go regularly to Florence approximately every 1.5 hours. In Florence, the bus will take you to the main train station, which is right in the center of Florence. It is just a short walk from the station Santa Maria Novella to the Cathedral or the Uffizi.
La Corte is suitable for anyone interested in the inner workings of an olive-oil and wine-producing estate. The extensive vine and olive cultivations stretch as far as the eye can see. A selection of the best vintages is stored in the winery cellars in large kegs and the olive oil is delicious. Since 1993, the estate has been hosting two major international events such as a flower and garden festival, are usually held during the third week in September in the elegant garden of the villa and a vine exposition that takes place during the first weekend in May. The estate offers those seeking to immerse themselves in the green hills of Chianti Classico, the possibility of absorbing nature, history and culture in one!
Bed, bath and kitchen linens, water, electricity, gas, maid service, final cleaning, pool cleaning service and a wine tasting and tour to the wine cellar all included in the price.
A COOK CAN COME INTO THE HOUSE AND CAN COOK DELICIOUS TUSCAN DINNERS FOR YOU! |
