BEGONIA, 2 bedrooms apartment with swimming pool

Calanchi Residence is a small tourist complex with a large garden, a swimming pool for adults, a swimming pool for children and a wonderful view of the surrounding hills.
The Residence, consisting of two houses for a total of 15 apartments, is located a stone's throw from the small medieval village called Sughera, in the municipality of Montaione (FI) in a very central position with respect to the main tourist destinations and attractions of Tuscany: halfway between the legendary towers of San Gimignano and the medieval charm of Certaldo, yet not too far from the art cities of Florence (59 km), Pisa (57 km), Siena (65 km), and Volterra (33 km).
For this reason Calanchi Residence is perfect as a base for various excursions in Tuscany, all reachable in about 1 hour by car.

Each apartment has an independent entrance and a covered outdoor area.
The apartments offer 3 to 5 beds, two bathrooms, large living room / kitchen with double sofa bed (on request), well-equipped kitchen, satellite TV, fridge, freeezer, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, WI-FI, mosquito nets, air conditioning.
Three apartments have a private fenced garden, ideal for those travelling with 4-legged friends.
8 apartments are ground floor + basement.
7 apartments are 1° floor + attic.

Swimming pool for adults: m 6x12xh 1.20-1.40, children's pool m. 3 x 3 x 0.50 h, large solarium equipped with outdoor shower, sun beds and umbrellas.
Large garden, two panoramic verandas with tables and chairs where you can eat, drink, read a book, barbecue, coin-operated washing machine and dryer, table tennis, swings, volleyball court, outdoor parking.
Other services such as washing machines, heating, air conditioning and access to pets are available on request and will be charged as extras to be paid locally.

The nearest village, Montaione, is 8 km from the Residence.
In Montaione you will find all the services you may need: supermarkets, banks, post office, shops, bars, pubs, ice cream parlors.
The whole area is also equipped with many excellent restaurants where you can taste the specialties of the area.
Other activities: horse riding, Rent of Mountain bike, excursions for truffle hunting, visits to farms and wineries where wine and oil are produced with the possibility of tasting.

Internet: Wi-Fi is enhanced by signal boosters in every apartment.
Laundry: A shared washing machine is available in a laundry room common to all apartments.
Outdoor Living: For those who love cooking and socializing, we have several barbecue areas where you can grill local specialties at sunset—including the ever-popular Florentine steak.

Two swimming pools (one for children), a pétanque court, volleyball, table tennis, and a 600-square-meter garden where your children can run around in complete safety. Leave your phone off in the apartment and relax by the pool!

Our residence offers an authentic experience in the Tuscan hills, halfway between the legendary towers of San Gimignano and the medieval charm of Certaldo, yet not too far from the art cities of Florence (59 km), Pisa (57 km), Siena (65 km), and Volterra (33 km).

A Journey Through History: The “Jerusalem of Tuscany”
Just a short distance away, don’t miss San Vivaldo, a place unique in Europe. Known as the “Jerusalem of Tuscany,” it is a complex of 16th-century chapels that faithfully reproduces the layout of the Holy City.

Adventures for Families and Children
We are the perfect base for those traveling with little explorers and amusement park lovers:
- Peccioli Prehistoric Park: Just a few minutes’ drive away, three hectares of greenery are home to 22 life-size dinosaurs. From the giants of the Mesozoic era to Homo Erectus, it’s a journey through time that will leave children in awe.
- Fun: For a day of fun between Cecina and Marina di Castagneto Carducci, just over an hour’s drive away, you’ll find the “Cavallino Matto” amusement park.

For Outdoor Enthusiasts: In the Footsteps of Pilgrims
The Residence is located at the crossroads of spectacular trails. Hiking and mountain biking enthusiasts will love the loop trail along the Via Francigena:
- The route: A roughly 30-km loop starting from Montaione, passing through the picturesque Pieve di Coiano, and reaching Gambassi Terme, before returning through vineyards and olive groves.
- Challenge: A 600-meter elevation gain for a “Medium” difficulty hike that will reward you with breathtaking views of the Val d'Elsa.

Two swimming pools: one for adults (6 x 12 m, depth 1.20–1.40 m) and one for children (3 x 3 m, depth 0.50 m); a large sun deck equipped with an outdoor shower, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

Tennis courts in San Miniato (30 km) and Santa Croce sull'Arno (35 km)

The Castelfalfi golf course (2 18-hole courses each) is just 10 km away
The San Miniato golf course is 30 km away.

Free parking with parking spaces at the property

===== ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION =====
Apartment Begonia is on two floors: ground floor + basement, for a total of 65m2.
On the ground floor there is a living room / kitchen with dining room, a sofa bed for 2 sleeps (on request), TV-SAT, a well-equipped kitchenette with gas stove, crockery, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, freezer, coffee machine, air conditioning. Bedroom with a double bed, bedside tables, bedside lamp, wardrobe, safe, a bathroom with shower and window with mosquito net. Direct access from the living room / kitchen to the garden facing the pool, covered veranda with table and chairs for breakfast, lunch and dinner in a panoramic position overlooking the pool and Tuscan hills.
In the basement there is a bedroom with 3 beds equipped with a wolf window with mosquito net, air conditioning / dehumidifier and a second bathroom with shower.

Living room / kitchen with dining room, a sofa bed for 2, TV-SAT, well-equipped kitchenette with gas stove, crockery, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, freezer, coffee machine, air conditioning. Direct access from the living room / kitchen to the garden, covered veranda with table and chairs for breakfast, lunch and dinner in a panoramic position overlooking the pool and Tuscan hills.

On the ground floor there is a bedroom with a double bed, bedside tables, lamps, wardrobe, safe, a bathroom with shower and a window with mosquito net.
In the basement there is a bedroom with 3 beds equipped with a wolf window with mosquito net, air conditioning / dehumidifier and a second bathroom with shower.

On the ground floor there is a living room / kitchen with dining room, a sofa bed for 2, satellite television, a well-equipped kitchenette with gas stove, crockery, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, freezer, coffee machine, air conditioning.

On the ground floor there is a bathroom with shower and a mosquito net window.
In the basement there is a second bathroom with shower and extractor fan for air exchange.

The following might be to be paid extra: Air conditioning, Babycot, Bed Linen and Towels (additional set), Heating, Refundable Security Deposit in cash, Tourist tax, Towels (additional set), Washing Machine.