Wonderful villa with pool near Siena

Part of a small farming estate, Villa Pietra del Chianti sleeps up to 6 guests and it is located in the heart of Chianti, just a few kilometres from Siena and close to Florence.
These characteristic and welcoming ancient Tuscan country house, surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and woods, is part of a small farming estate at about 2 km from Castellina in Chianti, where you can find shops, restaurants and services. The location is perfect for those who want to spend their holidays enjoying the beauty of the region but also making daily excursions to the typical Chianti Towns. Siena is at 18 km and Florence is at 45 km.
The access downhill unpaved road (400 meters) that leads to the Cottage, runs along one side of the Villa and ends at the Cottage further down. Occasionally, an agricultural machine may go by on the road in order to reach the vineyards below.
The farming estate (about 10 hectares) produces excellent Chianti Classico wine, Vinsanto and high quality extra virgin olive oil. The lady of the house has planted fruit trees of almost extinct and lost varieties, local grapes that gradually were disappearing and lots of interesting herbs and flowers. For these reasons the property is provided with any possible comfort in order to enjoy as much time as possible in the open air.
At the level of the Villa there is an infinity pool (6 x 16 meters - depth that runs from 1.20 to 2.00 meters). It was installed in the autumn of 2011. The purification of the water is natural with the use of salt and in total absence of chlorine. The pool area, that was dug into the side of the hill, is surrounded by a sort of semi theatre and offers paved terraces facing the view, and equipped with plenty of garden furniture. The pool is reserved for the owners and shared by the guests of the Villa and Cottage, when present.
Villa Pietra del Chianti - originally a Medieval monastery belonging to a church, placed on the ancient Via Francigena that went from France to Rome - is surrounded by beautiful corners where you can read, write, and enjoy the view in the cool shade, caressed by the breeze that mitigates even the hottest hours of summer days. Blessed with stunning views on the Chianti Classico hills as far the eye can reach, there are also woodlands with lots of ancient oak trees and vineyards.
On clear days from the swimming pool you can see the towers of San Gimignano in the distance.
The pool, overlooking the valley below, is equipped with table and chairs where to enjoy al fresco meals. The sunsets from here are simply amazing!
A second area, equipped with table, chairs and sun umbrella, in front of the entrance is perfect for eating in the morning. Outside the entrance a door opens into the utilities room that hosts a small laundry section with washing machine for guest use. A variety of aromatic plants (tarragon, rosemary, oregano, sage, thyme and mint), which guests can pick and use in the kitchen, are placed outside the entrance. Thanks to roses, and lavender, the air in summer mornings and evenings is filled with wonderful smells.
The Villa offers another very charming terrace, with an open view on vineyards and overlooking hills, sofa and arm chairs. This is a perfect place to rest or have lunch even in the hottest days!
A very large (230 sqm) paved area separates the Villa from the Cottage.
The villa has wood beamed ceilings and cotto tile floors in all rooms. All windows in the house have mosquito nets.
Private entrance is from the ride of the access road lined with oaks, pine trees and cypresses. The main door opens directly into the living/dining room with fireplace and Satellite TV and wi-fi internet connection.
A panoramic window opens onto the view and the terrace below.