Location: Castellina in Chianti, Chianti Area, Tuscany, Italy, Europe (Florence (35km), Siena (25km), Pisa (150km))
Accommodations: Villa, 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 6)
"Casa Campana" (The Bellhouse), a recently renovated 17th century quarrystone house, is part of a small privately owned hamlet only 2.2 km from the charming wine producing village of Castellina in Chianti. Castellina is known for its rich history and its shops and restaurants, where locals and visitors gather to celebrate the bounty of the Chianti region. Its central location (35 km to Florence, 25 km to Siena, 150 km to airports in Pisa or Bologna) makes it a perfect starting point for all sightseeing trips.
Set aside on the north end of the estate from the few other houses, "The Bellhouse" will help you realize your dream of real Tuscan country living. This enchanting stone house built on several levels into the hillside offers a large terrace as well as a vine-covered patio, a private pool (5m x 9m x 1.5m), extended leisure areas with a gazebo and a view of the surrounding hills from its sun-drenched position.
Ground floor: living room with open fireplace, library with satellite TV, DVD player, stereo, CD player, service room with toilet, washing machine, maintenance room.
Two steps down there is a dining room, and fully-equipped horseshoe-shaped kitchen with center working area.
1st floor: 4 bedrooms: 3 with large beds (two single mattresses in one frame) 2 with ensuite shower and bathroom, and 1 bedroom with two single beds.
The property extends over 86.5 ha (approx. 300 acres) and is part of the natural resort of "Oasis del Chianti," the only no-hunting zone in the area with an amazing variety of fauna and flora. An island of absolute peace and privacy and the perfect starting point for short or long trekking and hiking tours on trails and "white" roads through the world famous vineyards, forests and olive groves of the Chianti Classico region.
Its close location to the main highways makes it perfect for all kinds of day excursions to places like Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Greve, Lucca, Pisa and even for extended day trips to Rome (3.5 hrs. drive) or Venice (3 hrs.).
The house is surrounded by a large, well-maintained garden with dozens of flower pots, ornamental trees (pomegranite, olive, fig, etc.)and citrus fruit trees.
Seven cats, three friendly dogs, plus assorted chickens, geese, ducks, sheep, and a family of goats help create the tranquil atmosphere of a typical Tuscan farm.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: In the house, not shared
- Linens Provided: Pool towels also provided.
- Covered Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available: We can arrange to have a catering service prepare meals in Casa Campana.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Museums
- Other Activities
- We can help arrange winetastings and visits to wineries, tasting of local products such as pecorino cheese, wild boar salami, extra virgin olive oil, jams and other homemade specialities, hiking, hunts for wild asparagus in spring and mushrooms in autumn and winter, winemaking activities in September /October & olive picking in November /December, opera, theatre, open air summer festivals and concerts, museums.
Rate Details (In Euros)
Low season: January 1 - May 4...............€2260/week
Mid season: May 5 - June 29 ................€2460/week
High season: June 30 - August 31 ...........€2660/week
Mid season: September 1 October 31..........€2460/week
Low season: November 1 - December 31........€2260/week
Saturday to Saturday bookings.
Rates include all standard utilities
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Property Photos
- Casa Campana "The Bellhouse" - Tuscany Castellina in Chianti Villa
- The kitchen - Tuscany Castellina in Chianti Villa
- Private swimming pool - Tuscany Castellina in Chianti Villa
- "The Rose" bedroom, one of three bedrooms with en-suite shower / wc
- The bell (campana) above the small chapel
- Church in Castellina in Chianti
- Butcher shop in Greve
- Local outdoor market
- Tyrrhenian Sea beach near Grosseto, less than two hours away
- The front entrance
- L'Antica Delizia, the local gelateria and one of the best in Chianti
- Bicycling on the wall in Lucca , an hour and a half from Castellina
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #64607
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