Rent Villa Piegaio Italy

Escape to the country when you vacation in Villa Piegaio, overlooking the Chianti vineyards, in the heart of Tuscany, Italy. This unique, two storey, detached L-shaped local stone property is made up of two independent houses, which have been lovingly restored to their former glory. Together there are seven spacious double bedrooms, which can comfortably accommodate up to fourteen guests, ideal for a large family gathering, a couple of families, or a group of friends’ get away. The villa is set in extensive enclosed grounds, surrounded by tall trees for shade, manicured lush green lawns, and comes complete with a lovely, long swimming pool, for some proper lengths. The houses have retained their original features, including cool tiled floors, wood beamed ceilings, arched stone walls, and a classic terracotta pantile roof. The interiors are country house charming, furnished with antique pieces, rustic artefacts, and decorated in an authentic salmon pink wash.

The first house has a feature arched window dining room on the ground floor, with a wood burning oven for you to practice your pizza making. There is a cottage style, fully equipped kitchen in which you can rustle up a supper of local delicacies. A cosy sitting room has a comfy sofa and armchairs, with doors that give access to the garden. The first of the seven well appointed bedrooms can be found on this floor, with a double bed, and a separate shower room. The laundry area has a handy washing machine. Take the stairs to the first floor, where there is a bedroom with a double bed and an ensuite bathroom with a bath tub, a bedroom with a double bed and fireplace, and a bedroom with two single beds and a work desk. A shared shower room completes this accommodation.

The second house has an external staircase, on the ground floor there is a living space with a sofa and a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen, fitted with all the appliances you will need to cater for your stay, including that must-have morning coffee maker. The first floor has another seating area with a sofa  and a fireplace. One bedroom has a double bed with an ensuite shower room, one has two single beds, and an ensuite shower room, and the third has a double bed, armchairs, and a fireplace. A separate shower room completes this house.

Step outside and survey the glorious grounds and gardens. Spend the day around the enclosed, ladder-entry swimming pool, surrounded by relaxing sun loungers. Cool off under the outdoor shower. As dusk falls meet on the paved terrace for aperitivo, before feasting alfresco at the outdoor dining set, with dishes freshly grilled on the barbeque, and raise a glass of Chianti to the most serene holiday, in the most stunning setting.

House 1
Ground Floor
– Fully equipped kitchen: oven, hob, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher, coffee maker
– Dining room: arched window, dining table, wood burning oven, access to garden
– Living space: sofa, 3 x armchairs, access to gardens
– Bedroom 1: double bed
– Bathroom with shower
– Laundry area: washing machine

First Floor
– Bedroom 2: double bed, ensuite bathroom with bath tub
– Bedroom 3: double bed with fireplace
– Bedroom 4: 2 x single beds, work desk
– Bathroom with shower

House 2
Ground Floor
– external stairs
– Fully equipped kitchen: oven, hob, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher, coffee maker
– Living space: sofa, armchair
 
First Floor
– Living room; sofa, fireplace
– Bedroom 5: double bed and ensuite shower room
– Bedroom 6: 2 x single beds, bathroom with shower
– Bedroom 7: double bed, 2 x armchairs, fireplace
– Bathroom with shower

Exterior Grounds (6000m²)
– Swimming pool 12 x 6 x 0.80-1.5m
– Sun loungers
– Outdoor shower with footwash
– Garden seating
– Parking for 7 cars
– Covered outdoor dining set
– Barbecue

Additional Facilities
– Wi-Fi connection
– Heating
– Fireplace
– Private parking x 7 cars
– Baby amenities
– Weddings by arrangement
– Pets allowed

Villa Piegaio is part of an organic farm near the town of Cortona, in the heart of Chianti, with sweeping panoramic views over the Tuscany countryside of Italy. The nearest international airport in Florence is a scenic fifty eight kilometre drive to your holiday home. In the nearby village of Cortona you can find provisions for your stay, welcoming cafes, bars, and restaurants, art galleries and craft shops. Keep fit with a game of tennis at the local court, enjoy a pony trek at the riding school, or play a game of golf in Arezzo.

For those who like long walks, hiking, or mountain biking, the villa is near to well-marked trails and woodland. Take a tour around the nearby villages to sample the famous Fiorentina steak and a bottle or two of Chianti Classico. Visit the vineyards and wine museum, and the outdoor Chianti Sculpture Park. Take a trip to Lake Trasimeno in Umbria, with its organised beaches and romantic islands.

Travel further afield for a cultural fix to the golden triangle of nearby Arezzo with its Saturday market, Siena to watch the Palio Horse Race, and Florence for the art galleries and Duomo. Spend the day in each city for a sense of Renaissance Italy.