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In the area of Barberino Val d'Elsa, on the summit of a hill, 310 metres above sea level lie a group of houses and a villa which are restored on the Castle grounds dating back to 1037
This very ancient Tuscan castle stands among vineyards, olive groves and woods on the watershed of the Elsa and Pesa valleys. Here the silent magic treasure of a thousand years of collaboration between a generous soil and an extraordinary line of descendants is preserved.
In medieval Tuscany, this castle borgo was an important meeting point between Florence and the Via Francigena for Rome; it lies very near the scene of the deadly duel between the council powers of Florence and the aristocratic pride of Semifonte.
In 1260 the people of Cortine were forced to contribute an onerously high quantity of their precious grain to support the Florentine army in their Montaperti campaign. As a result the small village church later became enriched with beautiful works of art, four of which are presently preserved at the Museum of Tavarnelle.
The views of the nearby countryside are enchanting, and you very well may recognise the green hills painted by the Renaissance masters.
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ACCOMMODATIONS
Ground Floor Originally the castle estate's chapel Vespro's ground floor consists of a sitting room, a dining room with fireplace and on the right - kitchen with access to a patio. A guest bathroom with shower completes the floor.
First Floor An open staircase from the living room leads to a twin bedroom open loft and on to the double bedroom with shared bathroom. Recommended for a family, as you must pass through the twin bedroom with two daybeds to reach the double bedroom and bathroom.
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2 Bedrooms |
2 Full Baths |
Half Baths
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ROOMS
Living Room,
Dining Room,
Kitchen,
Terrace,
Double bedroom
Twin bedroom loft
1 Bathroom with Shower
1 Bathroom with Tub (includes either handheld or wall mount shower)
FACILITIES
Stove,
Oven,
Private Barbecue,
Refrigerator,
Dishwasher,
Washer Only,
Phone,
High Speed Internet Access,
Satellite TV with English Speaking Channels,
AMENITIES
Shared
Inground Pool,
10 x circular meters,
Jacuzzi,
Air Conditioning,
Central Heat,
GENERAL PARKING
DISTANCE TO PARKING: 20 meters
INQUIRE Click on the date below to confirm availability.
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2024 |
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2025
Please Inquire for Pricing.
LOCATION
NEAREST AIRPORT: Florence 45km ,
Rome 260km
CITIES AND TOWNS: San Donato 5km, Greve in Chianiti 20km, San Gimignano 30km, Florence 40km, Siena 45km, Pisa 130km, Rome 270km
SERVICES: Shops 5 min walk
NOTES
Loft bedroom is at the top of the stairs. This cottage apartment is recommended for a family. |
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