Montaione Area Villas

• Staff
  • Gardener, Maid service: mid-week, Poolkeeper
• Bedrooms
  • 5 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds
• Pool
  • Infinity Pool
• Villa Features
  • Air-Conditioning, Alfresco dining, Cell phone, DVD player, Fireplace , Fully equipped kitchen, Laundry facility, Outdoor furniture, Satellite television , Spa, Stereo, Wi-Fi
• Distances
  • 40 miles to airport, 4 miles to restaurant, 4 miles to shops, 20 minute drive to golf course, 10 minute drive to tennis

This classic Italian villa, just outside of Montaione, has been superbly renovated and enjoys a magnificent location on a beautiful country estate offering breathtaking vistas. As you walk through Villa Isabella's entrance, you'll know you are in a special house.

The ground level offers panoramic views on all sides from its airy reception rooms. Isabella's decor combines vibrant, luminous pastels; the finest quality furnishings and luxurious Italian fabrics. Relax in the spacious, sunny sitting room with master fireplace; or enjoy the view over the estate from the large, formal dining area. A smaller area, perfect for breakfast or lunch, leads into the fantastically equipped, glass-front kitchen overlooking the patio and veranda terrace. A full guest bathroom and utility/laundry room completes the ground level. Follow the old stone staircase up to five queen bedrooms and one twin bedroom (each with en suite bathroom) painted in two-tone pastels.

The spectacular infinity-edge pool runs the whole length of the house. Depending on your mood, you can enjoy the terracotta solarium, the spa bath, or simply walk down the mosaic-tiled roman steps into the water. The terracotta portico is ideal for relaxing poolside and informal dining. A large Tuscan loggia veranda offers beautiful dawn and twilight views, and is perfect for entertaining.

Villa Isabella is a sophisticated venue for family reunions, celebrations, parties and professional events. Larger groups can rent the nearby Montaione, Cascina or Cerreto, also part of the same estate.

Bedroom / Bathroom Description

Bedroom 1

Queen size bed, En-suite bathroom with tub and shower, Air conditioning

Bedroom 2

Queen size bed, En-suite bathroom with shower, Air conditioning

Bedroom 3

Queen size bed, En-suite bathroom with shower, Air conditioning

Bedroom 4

Queen size bed, En-suite bathroom with shower, Air conditioning

Bedroom 5

Queen size bed, En-suite bathroom with shower, Air conditioning

Bedroom 6

2 Twin beds, En-suite bathroom with shower, Air conditioning

Features & Amenities

• Air conditioning
• Fireplace
• Satellite TV
• DVD player
• Stereo
• Wi-Fi access
• Cell phone - phone card recommended
• Laundry facility
• Fully equipped kitchen

Outdoor Features

• Infinity pool
• Spa tub
• Outdoor furniture
• Alfresco dining
• Terracotta solarium

Staff & Services

Included:

• Electricity consumption
• Water consumption
• Final cleaning service
• Mid-week cleaning service
• Mid-week linen change
• Gardener - once a week
• Daily pool maintenance

At Extra Cost - advance notice may be required:

• Villa pre-stocking
• Activities and excursions
• Additional cleaning service
• Continental buffet breakfast service
• Cook service
• Laundry and ironing service
• Additional staff service
• Baby equipment rental
• Lap top rental with Wi-Fi card

Villa Policies

• Maximum 12 guests
• Children welcome
• Non-smoking villa
• Pets not permitted
• Security deposit required, payable upon arrival in cash
• All services not included in the rates must be paid locally, prior to departure unless otherwise arranged

Getting There

• Rental car recommended
• Transport available

Location

• 10 minute drive to horseback riding and tennis court
• 20 minute drive to Castelfalfi golf course
• 1 mile to Montaione
• 3.5 miles to shops and restaurants
• 4 miles to Gambassi
• 11 miles to Certaldo
• 13 miles to San Gimignano
• 40 miles to:
  • Siena
  • Pisa
  • Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA)
• 49 miles to Florence
• 189 miles to Rome

Additional Information

Special Characteristics:

• Villa Isabella is a remarkable villa, combining old-world elegance with the ultimate in modern comforts. This villa was recently renovated and is unique for its complete privacy, spectacular views, and modern conveniences. Of particular appeal to gourmets will be the glass-front kitchen, offering professional-level accoutrements. Villa Isabella surrounds you in modern luxury, always keeping in mind the simplicity and natural elegance of the Tuscan countryside
• From mid-July through to the end of August, there is a Kids Club on the estate. The Kids Club runs three mornings per week and offers educational activities and games as well as the opportunity to meet other children on the estate

What to do in the Montaione region of Tuscany?

San Gimignano

Atop one of the hills that dominate the Elsa Valley is the ancient medieval city of San Gimignano, which still preserves its roots and boasts beautiful works of art. Highlights which must be seen are the Collegiate Church and Museo Civico. The Collegiate Church, one of the most famous in the world, contains frescoes by Benozzo Gozzoli and Ghirlandaio, while the Museo Civico has a renowned collection of apothecary jars from the Spezieria di Santa Fina. Besides its famous Vernaccia wine, San Gimignano's many shops offer the products of typical Tuscan artisans, marked by the skill and tradition handed down from father to son. Here you can enjoy everything from boar sausages to cheeses, from terracotta to hand-made pottery to leather goods.

Volterra

The magical and mysterious city of Volterra has its roots in three thousand years of history. In this unique, artistic city, you can find evidence and traces of every historical period. Besides being a city of museums, Volterra is rich in natural beauty. There are organized excursions on foot, on horseback or by bicycle along sign-posted itineraries. Volterra is also famous for the regional gastronomical specialties and for the warm hospitality offered to visitors. During the summer, there are many cultural events like the annual festival Volterra Teatro, classical and contemporary music concerts, exhibitions and folklore events that enable visitors to enjoy a rich and varied holiday.