Beautiful Medieval Apartment in Monticchiello, Tuscany Monticchiello di Pienza Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 167744

bedroom & bathroom / first floor

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Location: Monticchiello di Pienza, Valdorcia Area, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Accommodations:  Apartment, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-5)

The name of Monticchiello first appears in an official document in 973; Marquis Lamberto Aldobrandeschi gave it to the Arniatina Abbey in guarantee of a large loan. In following years Monticchiello became the property of the Roman church, in particular of the Teutonic Order of Knights, a company used to armed combat thus being well suited to the occupation of a border territory; they were in power until 1230.

Later the Val d'Orcia was to be involved in various disputes leading to a war between the Siennese and the Florentines. The cause of the war was the claim to ownership of the "Cassero" (fortified castle keep) of Montepulciano made by both Siena and Florence. Monticchiello itself sided with Siena, which in turn took an active part in castle life and local government.

The original building dates back to 1829 and the structure has remained unaltered since; the interiors have recently been restored to provide modern comforts and conveniences whilst maintaining the original rich architectural style. "Case Maribelle" is situated in the old town centre of Montichiello, in what was once known as the "Garden of Montichiello", close both to the town walls and the Piazza del Teatro.

The house is divided in 2 apartments, Maribelle 2 on the ground floor and Maribelle 1 on the first floor. Both are fully furnished including Tuscan antiques from the 17th and 18th century.

Maribelle 1 Floored with the original terracotta tiles, the apartment has features in Siennese travertine marble, has concealed lighting and is furnished with solid walnut antiques.

Accommodation:
Both apartments have independent gas central heating and newly installed water and electrical systems.
Finally, there is also an other, very nice apartment available right next to Maribelle 1.

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• Amenities
  • Linens Provided
  • Off Street Parking
• Beds
  • King Bed
  • Double Bed
  • Convertible Bed
  • Crib
• Entertainment
  • TV (No Cable/Satellite)
  • CD Player
  • Music Library
  • Private Hot Tub
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
• Outdoor Features
  • Deck/Patio
• View/Location
  • Mountain View
  • Monument View
• Communications
  • Cell Phone
• Suitability
  • Pet Friendly
  • Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Horseback Riding

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Jan-Dec .. €580/week

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 05/07/08
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  Gary & Lee Domingos , Santa Cruz, CA, USA
  • Just four days long, our stay at Maribelle 3 was simply too short. This nearly thousand year old apartment in the historical village of Monticchiello is one of our most treasured memories of Italy. The apartment and village gave us the feeling we had gone back in time. The quiet village with its cobblestone streets, flower-covered porches, church bells, the wonderful La Porta restaurant with fantastic Tuscan meals and extensive wine selection all created a romantic and historical feeling that almost intoxicated us, made us fall in love with the place. Barbara, our gracious hostess, made us feel so welcome and we enjoyed spending some time talking with her about the village and Tuscan life in general. She is the personification of Tuscan hospitality and her apartments are clean and comfortable, furnished with beautiful antiques from the area. We had taken the train to Chiusi where we rented a car. It was a short drive to Monticchiello through the rolling Tuscan countryside. We took wonderful, relaxed day trips to Siena and Montepulciano (both highly recommended) and spent some time looking about the Monticchiello village, too. We made good use of the kitchen and laundry in our apartment and shopped for food at nearby Pienza, sometimes taking dirt roads through the Tuscan farm community. We will return one day to Monticchiello and enjoy le Maribelle 3 again, maybe for a week next time! Barbara, grazie mille per tuto.

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