Location: Castelnuovo Berardenga, Siena Province, Tuscany, Italy, Europe (Villa Arceno Estate, 20 km East of Siena in Chianti Hills) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 3 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Luxury Holiday Homes
VILLA CASALE MONTECCHIO, a reconstructed Tuscan farmstead, is made-up of 5 beautifully appointed,adjoining houses. It is home in Italy to Penny and James Benfield. Three of the houses are offered as luxury holiday homes ; one sleeping up to 6, and the other two 4-5.
All are equipped to a very high standard,and furnished with antiques and country furniture from Penny and James' private collection.They can be rented SINGLY,or in COMBINATION.
SEE PROPERTY WEBSITE FOR LATEST AVAILABILITY FOR ALL 3 HOUSES
Montecchio is approached along a breathtaking 200 year old cypress tree alley. The Villa is situated on the highest point of the beautiful and historic VILLA ARCENO wine estate in southern Chianti.
The 2000 plus acre estate has 30 farmhouses spread amidst woodland, vineyards and olive groves. From it's stunning location, Montecchio has breathtaking 360 degree views, and a large pool (19x6 meter)set amid olive trees on a southfacing terrace, below the Villa.
Montecchio offers peace and tranquility with luxurious accomodation, in a spectacular setting. The surrounding area offers a wealth of choice, and the best in Tuscan architecture, culture, fine food and wine.Penny and James take pleasure in sharing their home,as well as their knowledge of the area,it's fine restaurants and famous wineries.
L'OLIVETO, the largest of the three rentals is a spacious 3 bedroom, east-facing house with spectacular views accross the estate's olive groves and woodlands towards Monte Amiata and the Appenines.
Sleeps 6 and offers :
- a large terrace with covered pergola,ideal for breakfasting ouside while the sun rises
- groundfloor king double with ensuite showerroom
- groundfloor fourposter double with ensuite bathroom
- twin with iron bedsteads,ensuite showerroom and spectacular first-floor views to Monte Amiata(can be made up as double)
- large firstfloor saloon/lounge with magnificent "hammer & anvil" beams & Tuscan fireplace
- Tuscan style kitchen/diningroom
- utility room with washer,ironing board & safe
- large east-facing terrace & covered pergola
- hammock between olive trees in privacy of garden
More detail,photos and latest availability on the property website(see below)
All 3 houses are tastefully furnished,and comprehensively equipped,with great attention to detail,to give a real feeling of being "home from home".Facilities offer a wide selection of entertainment,both indoor and out,to suit all ages.
A luxury "welcome hamper" of top quality local speciality food & wines is provided on arrival; free Montecchio housewine and olive oil are supplied throughout stay;all energy costs(inc logs & charcoal)included,all linens provided(inc pool towels);most daily consumables supplied(washing powder,dishwasher tablets etc);Chianti Fragondard toiletries throughout;clean & change of linens every 3-4 days.
SEE PROPERTY WEBSITE FOR MORE COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION,MORE PHOTOS AND LATEST AVAILABILITY BY HOUSE(see below)
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Antique Indian ceiling fans in place of airconditioning,to protect old beams
- Linens Provided : Pool towels provided when pool open(mid May-September)
- Washer
- Covered Parking
- Wood Fireplace : logs supplied throughout stay(no charge)
- Beds
- King Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed : can be made-up as Double
- Child Bed : by arrangement(no charge)
- Crib : by arrangement(no charge). Fragonard bathroom toiletries throughout stay
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : 750+ titles.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Private Pool : for sole use of Montecchio guests & owners
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Equipped to professional standards
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher : all houses
- Microwave : all houses
- Catering Available : By arrangement with locally based chef.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : all houses-charcoal supplied(no charge)
- Deck/Patio : Large terrace. Hammock in garden.
- Gazebo : Also at pool.
- View/Location
- Mountain View : spectacular views of Chianti hills
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer : On request(no charge).
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Nespresso machines in all houses with initial stock of capsules - extra available for purchase.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly : indoor & outdoor games available
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Go-Karting, Thermal Spas, Shopping-Designer Outlets, Wine Tours,Cookery Schools.
Rate Details (In Euros)
2012 WEEKLY RATES FOR L'OLIVETO, 3 bedroom house, sleeps 6.
JAN-APRIL: eu1,600(min 5nts)// MAY: eu2,250(min 1wk)// June: eu2,500(min 1wk)
JULY-AUG : eu2,900(min stay 1 wk) //SEP-OCT : eu2,000//NOV-DEC : eu1,600(min 5nts)
Includes luxury welcome hamper,free housewine & olive oil throughout,energy costs,
linens(inc pool towels),Fragonard toiletries,consumables(washing powder etc)
JULY-AUG min stay 1 week-Saturday arrivals;request daily rates for other periods.
Security deposit eu500 by check (or cash - returned within 2 weeks of departure).
NB Easter Period & Xmas/New Year rates on request ! RATE FOR OCT 2011 eu1,800 pw.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1998
Why the Owner Chose Castelnuovo Berardenga
Because it's a piece of paradise,in a stunning location,on a private wine estate,with an amazing selection of outstanding places to eat.....and that matters to us !
The Unique Benefits at this House
Unparalleled peace & tranquility in accomodation that was purpose developed to give "home from home" comfort & luxury.The owners' in-depth knowledge of the area,and it's amenities,with the "inside track" on everything from which local restaurants are "hot" currently,to where to park safely & legally in Florence.
Owner's Map of Castelnuovo Berardenga
Penny & James Benfield had the good fortune to "fall over" the best spot on the beautiful Villa Arceno wine estate as they were contemplating what to do after 30 years of living in London.Having been spoilt by jet set corporate lifestyle and lots of travel,it needed to be something exceptional,that indulged their enjoyment of good food & wine,in a beautiful setting,but away from developed centres of tourism.
Property Photos
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- The Villa's large private pool - Castelnuovo Berardenga, Siena Area, Tuscany, Italy - Vacation Accommodation - Travel & Tourism
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- Cypress Tree Alley leading to Villa Casale Montecchio. - Castelnuovo Berardenga, Siena Area, Tuscany, Italy - Vacation Accommodation - Travel & Tourism
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- Free Montecchio housewine throughout your stay! - Castelnuovo Berardenga, Siena Area, Tuscany, Italy - Vacation Accommodation - Travel & Tourism
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- Our Luxury Welcome Hamper
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- L'Oliveto, our 3 bedroom house, sleeps up to 6
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- L'Oliveto's first floor lounge
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- L'Oliveto's first floor lounge
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- L'Oliveto's Tuscan style kitchen
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- L'Oliveto's King double bedroom
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- L'Oliveto's Fourposter double bedroom
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- L'Oliveto's Twin bedroom
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- One of L'Oliveto's ensuite Bathrooms
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- View from L'Oliveto's lounge
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- Hammock in L'Oliveto's private garden
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- Sunrise from L'Oliveto's terrace
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