Location: Gaiole, Chianti Area, Tuscany, Italy, Europe (Siena (35 Min/30 Km), Florence (1 Hour/70 Km)/Airport 75 Min)
Accommodations: Farmhouse, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4)
La Corbina sits by itself near the top of a hill, with an astonishing view of surrounding hill-top villages, the unblemished valley below and undulating hills in the distance. La Corbina is surrounded by a vineyard and olive groves and is part of a small working farm. The house itself is a restored stone farmhouse which was originally built in the 18th century. This freestanding house is the only rental unit. The two of us live in a small stone house next to the farmhouse with our two cats and two dogs.
We lovingly restored the farmhouse using the building materials we found on the site, supplemented, where necessary, with antique building materials such as terracotta floor and roof tiles and stone sinks. It was for years our own home and therefore feels like a home, not a rental property. Our design philosophy is "less is more" and everything is of the highest quality. The furniture is a mix of new designer pieces and antique, rustic furniture with simple, straight lines.
We make our own wine and olive oil and have two vegetable gardens. The crop depends on the season and includes a wide variety of vegetables such as tomatoes, zucchini, eggplants, peppers, tomatillos, peas, beans, leaks, artichokes, cabbage, sun chokes and many more. We use organic methods for the cultivation of our plants. The property also has fruit trees and berry bushes. If you enjoy cooking, you can pick your vegetables and herbs right in front of the house.
Our large (14 x 7 meter) infinity pool sits above the house on top of the hill and has breathtaking views. There are several areas with tables and chairs around the house which invite to al fresco meals. The kitchen is very well appointed and a dream for the passionate chef.
If you want to ever leave this place, Siena, Montalcino, Arezzo, Cortona and Florence can all be reached in around an hour or less by car. We can also help you find the best vineyards and restaurants in the area.
Accommodations
The house is about 160 square meters (about 1,700 square feet) on two levels with a split level kitchen. The bedrooms are spacious (25 square meters / 270 square feet). The upstairs bedroom has a large bathroom with an open shower. The downstairs bedroom has a bathroom with a big, deep custom made bathtub and a separate shower. The kitchen is also spacious with 30 square meters / 320 square feet, has a lot of white marble counter space, two big sink areas, and an antique kitchen table that can be expanded to seat up to ten people. The living room is relatively small (20 square meters / 215 square feet) but cozy with a large wood burning fire place.
Outdoors
The covered upstairs balcony never gets too hot, even on the hottest days. There is always a light breeze to keep you cool. The deep teak bench with its thick mattress is the ideal space to "recover" from a long, lazy lunch. The balcony also has stunning views of the valley below and the hill top villages nearby. Outside the kitchen there is an enormous marble table which seats twelve guests and which has beautiful morning sun. Here you are also surrounded by potted herbs and have a view of the small vineyard next to the house. There are many more spaces around the house and the pool which wait for you to be discovered!
How to reach La Corbina
La Corbina is a rural, isolated place and the access roads for the last five kilometers are not paved, but are maintained gravel, stone and dirt.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: 500 count cotton bed sheets, Egyptian cotton bath towels
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove: Antique terracotta stove
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Private Pool: Fantastic, large (14 m x 7 m) infinity pool with breathtaking, panoramic view.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Top of the line gourmet kitchen, big 5 burner stainless steel gas stove with 2 electric convection ovens and griddle plate, meat slicer, espresso/cappuccino maker, two separate sink areas
- Cooking Utensils Provided: All-clad pots and pans, le Creuset oven ware, Zwilling/Henkel chefs knives, hand painted dishes and serving bowls
- Refrigerator: and separate freezer (Bosch)
- Dishwasher: Bosch
- Catering Available: on demand
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: Large barbecue and Weber grill, working traditional wood-fired bread/pizza oven
- Deck/Patio: Several roofed and open outdoor spaces with table and chairs for al fresco breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Balcony
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Sweeping, panoramic view of the surrounding hills, valleys and distant mountains with typical Tuscan hill top villages
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance: to Europe and the US residential lines
- Cell Phone: on request, charges are invoiced at cost
- Computer: Mac computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Full assortment of Riedel wine glasses, hammocks, vegetable and herb gardens, fruit trees and berry bushes for the use of the guests (depending on the season).
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: We do not want to give an age limit, but there are many breakable items, antiques and beautiful Oriental carpets in the house and parents will be responsible for any damage caused by their children. The house is not toddler or child proof.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking is allowed outside the house.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Swimming
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Antiquing
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In Euros)
Jun 05-Sep 03 ..... €2500/week
Rest of the year .. €2000/week
Available beginning May 2010.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- La Corbina in spring - Mountain View Chianti Area Stone Farmhouse with Balcony, Pool, and BBQ Grill
- Take a dip in the infinity pool and take in the beautiful view. - Mountain View Chianti Area Stone Farmhouse with Balcony, Pool, and BBQ Grill
- The covered porch stays nice an cool even on the hottest days - Mountain View Chianti Area Stone Farmhouse with Balcony, Pool, and BBQ Grill
- Make fantastic meals with the produce from the garden in the gourmet kitchen.
- Upstairs bedroom
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