Casa delle Olive-
Italy Vacation Rentals - Holiday Accommodation - by Italian
Itineraries - Villas, Country Houses, Apartments
DETAILS:
Between Radda in Chianti and Montevarchi is an ancient
farmhouse, parts of which date back to the 14th century,
surrounded by 38 hectares of olive trees and woods. The
owners produce high-quality olive oil and live on the
property.
The interiors are charming and furnishings are mainly
country antiques. There are numerous reference books for
guests on the local towns, art, food, wines, birds and
history. Guests will enjoy a delightful outdoor area with
pergola, tbale and chairs for outdoor dinig and exceptional
panorama to the surrounding hills.
The property has a 15 x 5.5 metre pool, very privately
set at a short walk from the house and the Barn,
surrounded by olives with views to the Chianti hills.
The English-speaking owners share the pool with guests
which is operative from mid-May through September.
An unpaved sometimes steep road (1.5 km) leads to the
farmhouse and though well-maintained it could appear
challenging to city drivers. Two friendly dogs live on
the property. This is a working olive production farm,
with occasional tractor noise and work in progress.
The Barn – sleeps 2
This is a traditional Tuscan barn, on two levels. On the
ground floor is a charming country kitchen with table,
fridge, stove with oven, and a window looking out over
the olives and surrounding hills. This leads to the
sitting/dining room, satellite TV and computer access, wood-burning
stove and large glass doors opening to the courtyard. Up
five stairs to the bathroom, with shower and window with
views. Continue up the stairs to the second floor where
we find the queen sized bedroom with desk, chair, and
the best views of all over the valley and olives below.
They are well equipped with abundant linen and pool
towels, Italian and filter coffee pots, hair dryer,
washing machine and central heating. Telephone, fax and
e-mail in the owner’s house.
DISTANCES: The nearest village is unspoilt
Montegonzi, dating to the 8th century, with two
churches, a general store, and a delightful country
trattoria. The town of Montevarchi, with all facilities,
is 20 minutes drive. Siena, Florence and Arezzo are 40
minutes by car. Nearby are three local trattorias, all
of them excellent, preparing traditional Tuscan fare
