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TUSCANY PROPERTIES
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VILLA FERRAIA
TOCCHI
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Sleeps 28
Villa Ferraia is located 26 km. south of Siena
and sits on a secluded mountaintop. Sienese
records of Borgo di Ferraia date back to 1204.
The name "Ferraia" originates from "ferro"
or iron, which was mined here in medieval
times. Devoid of electricity and running water,
this hamlet was inhabited until the start of
WWII. From that date forward, Villa Ferraia
fell into ruin. In 1995 the present owner began
purchase negotiations. Since that time, the
arduous task of restoration has been ongoing.
The hamlet is truly stunning, boasting AIR
CONDITIONED and centrally heated
accommodations for as many as 28 guests. A
state of the art kitchen with a wood burning
oven, a acres of organic vegetables and herb
gardens, and an 1800 sq. ft. greenhouse
greatly enhance the joy of Italian cooking.
Adjoining the vegetable gardens is an
outdoor kitchen and dining area where guests
can join the chef in cooking the fresh
vegetables in true Tuscan style. The pleasure
gained from preparing a meal from the
freshly picked vegetables can be enjoyed with
a fine Tuscan wine.
Star gazers will delight in the observatory
complete with a high tech telescope, far from
the light pollution of modern society.
A large, inviting, infinity swimming pool
overlooks the beautiful valley below. The
adjacent changing rooms and sauna are at the
guest's disposal. Strolling the lovely,
landscaped grounds is a pleasure in itself. For
the more adventurous, there are hiking trails
through the forest, which pass farm animals
including rare and ancient breeds of pigs,
sheep, the famous Chianina cows and two
private lakes, which have been stocked with
trout.
Tastefully simple, yet luxuriant, each
bedroom or suite boasts a flat screen TV, fine
linens and towels, Florentine soaps and
shampoos and private baths, all to ensure a
relaxing and comfortable stay. A telephone
and fax machine are available in the
reception area for emergency use only. The
glass encased Tuscan conservatory provides
the communal living space where guests can
gather and enjoy the beauty of the gardens
and surrounding forests while enjoying a
leisurely aperitif before dinner. A separate
medieval building houses the library, a state
of the art cinema and lounges to relax and
enjoy a movie or a book. There are several
secluded sitting areas which can be used for
moments of solitude.
Breakfast is served in the timber beamed,
spacious dining room each morning or on one
of the outdoor terraces, depending on the
weather. Guests can enjoy strong Italian
coffee, fresh fruits and juices, yogurt, eggs
and an assortment of fine breads (vegetarian
and other special dietary requests will be
accommodated for all meals with advance
notice). Dinner can be a superb Tuscan
culinary experience with all of the
vegetables and meat being supplied from our
organic farm. One evening, the traditional
wood fired oven can be lit and the chef will
prepare tasty pizzas which can be eaten on a
beautiful terrace that has splendid views of
the sun setting over the forest below. Villa
Ferraia exudes such tranquility and natural
beauty that it will be very tempting to just
stay there, enjoying the fresh air, walking
through the forest, toiling in the garden with
the gardener, assisting the chef to prepare
dinner or simply lazing around and listening
to the sounds of nature.
ACCOMMODATION
MAIN HOUSE
Ground Floor: Reception area
First Floor / First Suite: Up ten steps to a
double bedroom with en-suite bath with
kitchen area - Living room with fireplace
opening to terrace
First Floor / Second Suite: Double bedroom
with en-suite bath - Living room with
fireplace - Dining room - Steps leading
down to main courtyard
First Floor / Third Suite: Down four steps
to a twin bedroom with en-suite bath -
Double bedroom with en-suite bath
Second Floor / First Suite: Two double
bedrooms with en-suite baths
Second Floor / Second Suite: Two double
bedrooms with en-suite baths
GUEST HOUSE
Lower Ground Floor: Five steps down to
double bedroom with en-suite bath -
Bedroom with bath, handicap accessible from
driveway
Ground Floor: Living room with fireplace,
dining table, hidden kitchen - Full bath
First Floor: Double bedroom with en-suite
bath - Two double bedrooms with en-suite
baths
GUEST SUITE
Ground Floor: Entrance from courtyard -
Living room with fireplace - Dining room
with kitchenette
First Floor: Double bedroom with en-suite
bath
GUEST COTTAGE
Ground Floor: Kitchenette opening to small
terrace - Full bath
First Floor: Small double bedroom
Distances: Florence - 110 kms., Pisa - 170
kms., Siena - 26 kms.
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PRICES
MAR 15 - 29
MAY 17 - JUN 28
AUG 30 - OCT 4
DEC 13 - JAN 10
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MAR 29 - MAY 17
OCT 4 - DEC 13 |
JUN 28 - JUL 12 |
JUL 12 - AUG 30 |
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| € 19,810 |
€ 17,555 |
€ 21,614 |
€ 22,970 |
ALL PRICES ARE IN EUROS
Prices and start dates subject to change without
notice. Please check with us to confirm price and dates.
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