4 Bathrooms
Description
RECEPTIVE STRUCTURE (CIR CODE: 050016AAT0001). villa arose from the recent renovation of an old ruin, once used as a barn; it is a typical Tuscan country house, completely stone-clad with a cosy, rustic interior and large, luminous bedrooms, each with private bathroom. It is surrounded by a lovely garden with a porch for outdoor dining and a terrace-solarium in the pool area that offers guests enticing landscapes: from every angle you have a panorama that extends from the garden to the horizon, across the undulating waves of the Pisan hills that form the backdrop to the majestic Rocca di Pietra Cassia, to the prestigious Teatro del Silenzio, just two kilometres from the property, and to the borgo of Lajatico with its thousand-year old Torre Civica. We are in the midst of some of the most interesting country of Tuscany, characterized by a vibrant nature that will captivate travellers eager to explore both unspoilt natural landscapes and places rich in art and tradition, traces of ancient history with a timeless fascination. Thanks to its excellent location and excellent road network you can make day trips to the art cities of Pisa, Florence, Volterra, Lucca and Siena, to the beautiful Etruscan Coast and to Versilia. The house is located inside exclusive "La Mandriola", an organic farm estate of 400 hectares cultivated in a strictly biological way with a biodynamic approach and therefore without the use of chemical products such as herbicides, desiccants or pesticideson located outskirts of the delightful borgo of Lajatico and just a few kilometres from the well-known Etruscan town of Volterra. On the farm guests have the opportunity of practising various sports and of sampling top quality food and wine. Very close to the house golfers can practice on the four-tiered driving range, hiking enthusiasts and bikers can travel the numerous nature trails along the dirt roads of the property, flanked by vineyards and olive groves that stretch up to a large wooded spot with three birdwatching stations. At the wine cellars and restaurant, just a few steps away from the house, guests can sample the farm products: an excellent Chianti from the Pisan hills, delicious extra virgin olive oil and the typical dishes of Tuscan cuisine, prepared according to tradition and using the genuine ingredients that the area offers. The property borders, on one side, with Casale Teatro and, at the back, with the owners' villa, from which it is separated, so as to guarantee privacy, by a hedge screen.
villa HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO A CHECK-UP BY A TECHNICAL RESPONSIBLE BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF THE SEASON, TO ENSURE CONSISTENCY OF THE DESCRIPTION, ACCESSORIES LISTED ON THIS PAGE AND THEIR PRESENT STATE OF OPERATION/MAINTENANCE, TO GUARANTEE QUALITY, CLEANLINESS AND COMFORTS TO ALL CLIENTS WHO WILL STAY HERE.
Interior
The house has two floors covering a total area of about 170 sq m. The ground floor entrance opens into a large living area with two fireplaces, consisting of a lounge area with satellite TV and a dining area, connected on one side with the kitchen and on the other with a laundry room. Completing this floor are two double bedrooms (one with divisible bed) with ensuite bathroom with shower. A stone staircase leads up to the first floor with two more twin bedrooms (with joinable beds), both with private bathroom, one with tub and one with shower.
Park
The park belonging to the villa covers about 1000 sq m (delimited by a hedge screen separating it from the adjacent house), and is surrounded by a picturesque country landscape with olive trees, cypresses and pines along the paths and in the manicured lawn areas. In front of the main entrance are two porches equipped with tables and chairs for relaxing and for alfresco dining. A parking area near the house is reached along the driveway leading from the entrance gate (shared with Casale Teatro).
Swimming Pool
Open from the last Saturday in April until the first Saturday in October, the sun-drenched pool, facing south and bounded by a screen of hedges that do not impede the view of the beautiful countryside around it, is set on private terracing in front of the house which is about 30 m away and is reached via a short flight of steps. The rectangular pool, with Roman steps for access to the water, measures 4x8 m with a constant depth of 1.10 m. It is lined in clear PVC with a stone-paved border. It has chlorine purification. Surrounding it, in the lawn area, is a gazebo and a stone structure with barbecue, ideal for poolside meals, while next to it is a raised structure with synthetic turf, used for sunbathing: the best spot to enjoy the picturesque landscape that stretches out on all sides of the property whilst soaking up the sun.
Pets
On request
Fenced-in property
No
Amenities and feature
Location and distances
The property is located about three kilometres from the old borgo of Lajatico which, naturally bordered by the stream Sterza and the rivers Era and Ragone, dominates from the top of the hill on which it stands, the area in which the Val d'Era and the Val di Cecina join together, creating a natural landscape of great beauty. The territory is mostly covered by woods and pine forests, most of which are viable, ideal for outdoor sports enthusiasts. Not to be missed are the many beautiful walking routes through some of the most exciting landscapes in the vicinity of the house; among these we mention the Percorso del Silenzio (Path of Silence) which, passing by the Teatro del Silenzio (Theatre of Silence), joins up with that of the Quercia al Santo (Saint's Oak), numbered among the most beautiful avenues of cypress trees in the territory. In Lajatico (with bank, post office and shops) and in all its territory you can admire much historical and artistic evidence, all perfectly preserved, like the Civic Tower, with the clock and the same bell that has continued to sound the passage of time in the town since 1279, or the Praetorian Palace and the Church of San Leonardo which date back to the thirteenth century. The Rocca di Pietra Cassia (bordering on the property on one of the further sides), located on a hillside at 530 m above sea level and dating back to medieval times, is one of the most important architectural monuments, impressive in all its grandeur. Thanks to its strategic central location, the area is easily accessible from the airports in the region (Pisa is 45 km away and the airport of Florence is about 83 km away) and from the main road and motorway connections. The nearest railway station is in Pontedera (30 km away), on the Pisa-Florence line. There are many tourist and seaside resorts just a short distance away, such as Volterra, Pisa, Florence, Lucca, and the little towns in the northern part of the Province of Siena (San Gimignano, Greve and Radda in Chianti). A 200 m walk along the dirt road inside the property will take you to the entrance of the agritourism centre in which the structure stands, an incredible reference point for taking advantage of the many benefits of the place and a chance to spend your time well. The food and wine, strictly organic, such as honey, oil, and wine (Chianti of the Pisan hills) take the pride of place of what is produced on the farm and can be tasted on the spot. Inside a structure obtained from the renovation of a 15th century farm, originally attached to the prestigious Fattoria dei Principi Corsini of Florence, is the seat of the reception and the bar-restaurant, where guests can have breakfast, buy fresh bread (by reservation) or sample the culinary specialities made from typical local products. At the reception you can find out about where to go and about which folk festivals and artistic events will be happening during your stay. Among other things, we mention the possibility of booking a tour with an experienced, multi-lingual guide to the town of Volterra, accompanied by a wine tasting and sampling of typical local products (most of which are produced on the farm) set up in an exclusive context, an elegant room in one of the apartments of Palazzo Maffei, an historic 15th century building which stands right in the town centre. Besides the use of the golf driving range inside the property, experienced golfers can also book (taking advantage of a 10% reduction on the green fee) themselves into the prestigious 27-hole golf course of Castelfalfi, less than half an hour away.