High in the hills of eastern Tuscany, this converted barn and its grounds score strongly when it comes to comfort and spaciousness. Its substantial private pool is the first thing you’ll see on entering the gates: it sits in the middle of a large, hedged lawn, complete with a romantic cabana to one side and Roman steps to enter the water. Le Balze itself commands a small rise above the pool, looking out over surrounding wooded hilltops. The grounds wrap around the building, including a vegetable garden and young orchard – you are welcome to produce from both. And this open-handedness extends to the interior, where bedrooms and living spaces alike are generous. The accommodation will suit families or friends – you’ll find plenty of spaces for being together or enjoying some down time, whether that’s around the pool, in the lounge, conservatory or loggia.

Arezzo, Florence and Siena are all accessible for day trips from here but don’t forget the smaller delights of, for example, Loro Ciuffenna, just up the road, and Chianti’s hilltop villages, across the Arno valley.

Ground Floor



Lounge

Two sofas, coffee table, pouffe, sideboard, fireplace, door to conservatory, double doors to garden.



Conservatory

Sofa, two armchairs, coffee table, dining table and chairs.



Kitchen-Diner

Fully equipped kitchen, dining table and chairs, sideboard.



Bathroom 

Shower, sink, WC.



Laundry room 

Washing machine



First Floor



Bedroom 1

Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), wardrobe, TV, armchair, mosquito screens.



Bedroom 2

Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), TV, wardrobe, armchair, double doors to Juliet balcony, mosquito screen.



En-suite Bathroom

Bath with handheld shower, shower, sink, WC, bidet.



Bedroom 3

Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), wardrobe, side table, TV, mosquito screen.



En-suite Bathroom

Shower, sink, WC, bidet.



Private Pool:

Length: 12 metres

Width: 6 metres

Depth: 1.2 - 2,5 metres

Entrance: Roman steps

Opening times: May to September

(Opening times may be extended on request, please check with your agent when booking.)

Fenced:  No

Furnished: Shower, sunloungers and parasols 

Cleansed: Salt

Distance from villa: 35 metres