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.

The old rectory has been restored into two townhouse apartments, "Dawn" and "Midday". Furnished and decorated with typical Italian elegance and in absolute comfort, these apartments are perfect rented separately or for two families that want to be together and enjoy their privacy at the same time. Beautiful grounds to walk around and enjoy, shared swimming pool and dining area for Tuscan breakfasts or private dinner parties. Florence and Siena are within easy reach as well as the charming hilltop towns and famous wineries of the surrounding Chianti area.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Ground Floor
Separated by an impressive arch, the sitting room leads to a spacious dining room next to the kitchen. Its door opens onto a private garden with patio.

First Floor
At the top of the stairs a double bedroom and twin bedroom share a bathroom with tub.

Living / Dining Room, Kitchen,

1 Double Bedroom
1 Twin Bedroom

1 Bathroom with Tub (includes either handheld or wall mount shower)

Stove, Oven, Private Barbecue, Refrigerator, Washer Only, Phone, High Speed Internet Access, Satellite TV with English Speaking Channels,

Shared Inground Pool, 10 x circular meters, Jacuzzi, Air Conditioning, Central Heat, GENERAL PARKING
DISTANCE TO PARKING: 20 meters

 

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LOCATION NEAREST AIRPORT: Florence 45km , Rome 260km CITIES AND TOWNS: San Donato 5km, Greve in Chianti 20km, San Gimignano 30km, Florence 40km, Siena 45km, Pisa 130km, Rome 270km SERVICES: Shops 5 min walk