Location: San Gimignano, Siena Province, Tuscany, Italy, Europe
Accommodations: Apartment, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: Apartment
In a central position, but also surrounded by a rare and precious silence, our apartment offer the unique feeling of an ancient building with all the comfort of modern amenities.
Apartment "Il Duca"
Bright three-roomed apartment (85 mq). With its twelve windows it offers a beautiful panoramic view of the surrounding Chianti countryside, the nearby gardens, the ancient buildings and the legendary Torre del Diavolo. It is finely furnished with "arte povera toscana" furniture. Spacious living room with kitchen corner, twin room, double room and a large bathroom with shower and bath. The apartment is equipped with TV Sat, washing machine, safe and hairdryer.
Information and services at your disposal:
** Car parking is not a problem. On your arrival you will be given a special access permit to reach our apartments. For every apartment a private garage is available few meters away;
** Bus lines for Siena and Firenze (every hour)
** Supermarket (200 mt from your apartment) and minimarket (30 mt)
** Bank, Bank-o-mat and exchange and information offices in Piazza del Duomo
** Pharmacy (30 mt)
History of the building
In the famous Piazza del Duomo, in front of the Cathedral, near the Palazzo del Podestà and the little city theatre (XVI century), is set Palazzo Chigi, one of the most ancient and prestigious buildings in San Gimignano. Its history is strictly linked to that of the city. It is a patrician building, with a large front split into different levels. This is a typical example of a local house with tower, which in the Middle Ages was an important symbol of nobility and power. The Ancient Documentation of the building tells us that it was constructed in the first half of the thirteenth century.
Although the building takes the name "Chigi", the Chigi family was not responsible for its construction, but perhaps Count Antonio was the most important person that lived in it. The building belonged to the families Savorelli and Abbracciabeni, and later became the residence of the Useppi family. This powerful family had many successors, some of them were engaged in local policy (they were Guelfi), and others were dedicated to the lucrative saffron trade, which was the main activity in San Gimignano. Appreciated for its artistic beauty, the building is one of the richest and most important testimonies to the art and history of the town.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Covered Parking
- Beds
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- View/Location
- Monument View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Swimming
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In Euros)
€630/week (7 nights). Holiday rental : from Saturday to Saturday.
The price includes sheets and towels, electricity, hot water, final cleaning.
Additional bed, baby cot and high chair are available
upon request and free of charge.
Extra costs: heating on consumption, private garage.
If the apartment is available, you will be able to book it immediately!
In order to make reservation you need to pay a deposit (25%) as guarantee.
The balance of your stay will be paid in cash on your arrival.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- Double Bedroom - San Gimignano Vacation Apartment, with a View of Gardens and Ancient Buildings.
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- Twins Bedroom - San Gimignano Vacation Apartment, with a View of Gardens and Ancient Buildings.
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- Living Room
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- Living Room
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