The villa has been lovingly converted by its interior designer
owner into an unusually light and airy property with lots of
character and local antiquities. Walking into the elegant hallway,
with its wide staircase leading to the first floor, a contemporary
painting by a well known Kenyan artist looks equally well at home
with family pictures and a battered panama elegantly draped on a
walking stick! The space and diversity of its endless living areas,
both inside and outside, means that guests will be reluctant to
leave and spend endless days savouring the experience.
Price based on 7 night stay. Property also available per night.
The villa has been lovingly converted by its interior designer
owner into an unusually light and airy property with lots of
character and local antiquities. Walking into the elegant hallway,
with its wide staircase leading to the first floor, a contemporary
painting by a well known Kenyan artist looks equally well at home
with family pictures and a battered panama elegantly draped on a
walking stick! The space and diversity of its endless living areas,
both inside and outside, means that guests will be reluctant to
leave and spend endless days savouring the experience.
Wisteria-covered pergola and courtyard for breakfast in the shade. The house is surrounded by garden, with endless corners to sit, snooze or read. Yet another “outside room” a converted barn complete with chandelier, has steps leading down to a formal area surrounded by lawns and a particularly large (fenced) pool, from which there are views to die for.
A hugely elegant sitting room running the full width of the house provides a fabulous entertaining area, the centrepiece being a huge working fireplace surrounded by deeply comfortable white sofas, an ecclectic mix of artefacts and paintings, and a massive tapestry on the wall. From here, one enters a very large kitchen and dining area.
A Housemanager will greet you and help you to settle in. A Housekeeper works from 8.30am to 2.30pm 6 days a week. A chef is included for dinner 6 evenings a week she comes for 4 hours and will lay the table beforehand, cook and clear up the kitchen. The housekeeper will lay and prepare a continental breakfast everyday. She will make the beds and clean the house. Sheets are changed on Saturdays. A gardener/pool man will take care of the outside spaces.
The divine bedrooms are decorated and furnished in the owners distinctive style, understatedly grand, with the master bedroom suite being particularly comfortable. The ground floor is home to 1 Twin Bedroom, whilst the first floor accommodates the Master Double Bedroom, 2 Doubles, and 2 Twins (one of which is more suited to children).
There are 5 bathrooms in total, 3 of which are ensuite.
Annabel is a great fan of the interior designer owner Camilla Guinness and loves her relaxed but chic style.
The beautiful town of Siena is under 30 minutes away for those who love to explore. Furthermore, the glorious hill towns like the Brunello town of Montalcino (20 minutes away) are within easy reach. There are classical music concerts throughout the summer, and nearby Murlo has a famous Etruscan site.
The Palio di Siena is a horse race that is held twice each year, on 2 July and 16 August, in Siena, Italy. Ten horses and riders, bareback and dressed in the appropriate colours, represent ten of the seventeen contrade.
There are hot springs and spas at Bagno Vignoni (20 mins). Alternatively, we can bring the spa to you: We recommend Elena, a brilliant Ayuvedic Masseuse. A 1hr massage is E50 and should be booked in advance if possible.
Yoga is available with Tina either as classes in Buonconvento or private classes at the house. She speaks English. Private classes are E50 ph. Please let us know in advance if this might be of interest to you.Buonconvento is also good for shopping, and restaurants, and is only 15 minutes away.
