L'Agrifoglio, Gaiole in Chianti, Siena and Chianti

Something of a Tardis, this renovated cottage in Bricciano, a hamlet of 18th-century farmhouses in the heart of the Chianti hills, is a delight. The villa is compact but its main rooms are surprisingly spacious and, with windows on two sides, light. When you see L’Agrifoglio’s position and views, across a landscape of olive groves, vineyards and wooded upper slopes, you’ll understand why it appealed to the artist who restored it. And an artistic sensibility infuses the whole property, from the pleasing interior décor and entrance loggia, which makes a wonderful outdoor dining room, to the elegant private infinity pool set in a generous secluded garden a brief walk away. Everything has been managed with a lovely simplicity.

The cottage comfortably absorbs parties of up to six – families, friends and couples have all stayed happily here. You’ll want to enjoy being part of this wine-growing region – Gaiole, one of its most popular centres, is your local town, just 10 minutes’ drive away; but you are also well placed for exploring the riches of Siena, Florence and San Gimignano. While there’s a wealth of places to explore from L’Agrifoglio, you may find it difficult to tear yourself away from this refuge. We particularly love the infinity pool and its calm surroundings: a day could happily slide by moving between the water, sunloungers, jasmine-scented sleeping platform and shaded poolside dining table. The villa’s furnished loggia, with equally good views, will be another favourite spot for al-fresco meals, morning or evening. And don’t rule out L’Agrifoglio if you’re holidaying in the spring or autumn: its fireplace in the main room will keep you cosy.

Ground Floor      



Lounge-Kitchen-Diner

Sofa, dining table and chairs, fully equipped kitchen area, fireplace, door to loggia, air-conditioning.



Bedroom 1

Twin beds (can be converted into a double bed), wardrobe, chest of drawers, chair, air-conditioning.



Bathroom 1

Shower, sink, WC, washing machine.



First Floor



Bedroom 2

Double bed (cannot be converted into twin beds), wardrobe, chest of drawers, chair, double doors to Juliet balcony, air-conditioning.



Bedroom 3

Double bed (cannot be converted into twin beds), wardrobe, chest of drawers, two armchairs, closed door to external bridge (no connection to neighbouring property), air-conditioning.



Bathroom 2

Shower, sink, WC.



Private Pool:

Length: 13 m

Width: 5 m

Depth: 1.4 - 2 metres

Entrance: Roman steps

Opening times: mid-April to mid-October

Fenced: Yes

Furnished: Sunloungers, parasols, table and chairs

Cleansed: Chlorine free

Distance from villa: 80 m

The owners, who live in the hamlet, may occasionally use the pool when the pool area is unattended by guests.