The owners have created the ideal combination of modern comforts and traditional luxuries ‘alla bella vita’. Panoramic views over noble vineyards, silver olive groves and wild oak forests transport villa guests into a world so enchanting it must be seen to be believed. Set into the south side of a forested hill called Cambolli, the estate boasts an abundance of sunlight all day long.
The cozy living rooms invite villa guests to relax and enjoy the Italian art of doing nothing. Food and wine connoisseurs will appreciate the custom Tuscan kitchen in the main house where savory Italian meals and lively conversation take place around a large farm table. Villa's numerous al fresco dining areas are irresistible in the warmer months, inviting guests to enjoy a cocktail hour spritz or a summer barbeque under the stars.
Lovingly renovated in 2017, the 5-bedroom authentic Tuscan main house welcomes its guests to curl up in front of its beautiful fireplace in the winter, or relax in the crystalline swimming pool in the summer. The interiors offer a maze-like succession of open and intimate spaces, including a traditional Tuscan kitchen, with twin hand-carved wood and wrought iron chandeliers hanging over two custom made dining tables, and a rough-hewn kitchen fireplace. Outside, a pergola-covered dining area and stone grill offer the ideal spot for barbecues, private get-togethers, and celebrations.
Main level: spacious kitchen with authentic Tuscan fireplace, pergola-covered outdoor dining area featuring a professional grill, small study and laundry room with washer and dryer. Guest suite 3: Olympic queen bed, with private terrace, bathroom on the upper level with shower. Master suite 4: king size bed, with private entrance, en-suite bathroom with shower. Guest suite 5: Olympic queen bed with private terrace, en-suite bathroom with double sink and shower. Suites 4 and 5 are adjacent to the study.
Upper level: generous open double living room with adjacent hallway includes large traditional Tuscan fireplace, elegant dining room, small fully equipped kitchen with induction stove, dishwasher, and fridge, fitness room. Master suite 1: Olympic queen bed, en-suite bathroom with shower. Guest suite 2: Olympic queen bed, with stunning views, en-suite bathroom with shower, small walk-in closet. Both bedrooms are adjacent to living room.
Immersed in historic charm and romance, the guest house is situated just a few steps from the main house. Guests are welcomed with a wonderfully decorated open living room and dining room complete with an original stone backdrop, a fully equipped custom chef kitchen featuring Bardiglio grey Italian marble countertops and kitchen island, and pergola-covered al fresco dining area with a large travertine table that seats up to 14 guests and Ofyr grill. There is also a laundry room with adjacent guest bathroom and access to the pool.
On the upper level, both bedrooms boast fabulous countryside views and large en-suite bathrooms with Roman double showers. Master suite 6: double-height ceilings, king-size bed, en-suite bathroom with double sink, and large double Roman shower. Guest suite 7: wide panoramic windows with lovely views, Olympic queen bed, en-suite bathroom with double sink, and large double Roman shower. The real pleasure at the guest house is in its outdoor spaces. Take in an afternoon soaking up the sun around the swimming pool or engage in a friendly match of bocce ball. Finally, relax on the wisteria-covered pergola for an evening of fine dining, panoramic views and cherished memories.
Imagine a morning painting the amazing Tuscan landscapes followed by an afternoon of leisurely reading by the pool, al fresco dining at sunset and stargazing long after dark. Life at the estate is as relaxing or adventurous as its guests want it to be. Every season provides a rich variety of activities that make staying here a magical experience all year long. Expect an explosion of wildflowers in the spring, heat and festivals throughout summer, truffle hunts and grape harvests in autumn and sunny holiday markets throughout the winter.
Guests can enjoy Tuscan country living and adopt the region’s ‘farm to table’ philosophy with finest and freshest meat cuts, artisan cheeses, cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil, aged balsamic vinegar, and award-winning certified USDA organic wines right in the comfort of their Tuscan holiday getaway. Be it with the services of an in-house private chef, taking part in a cooking class, or simply preparing a lovely family dinner, guests at the villa can indulge in authentic Tuscan cuisine with gourmet food products.
The estate neighbours on some of the most exclusive wine producers in Tuscany. Just down the road is Fonterutoli, a historic hamlet where visitors can opt for a tasting at the Mazzei family winery, in the business of Chianti Classico for centuries. In the opposite direction Castellina in Chianti is located, an enchanting town with plenty of activities to merit numerous visits. Enjoy a stroll through the town’s medieval tunnel followed up by shopping the many wine cellars and a trip to a popular local gelateria. In the summer months, the town’s piazzas are the ideal setting for a mouth-watering dinner immersed in scenes of true Tuscan life.
The silence and privacy of the estate create a deceptively secluded ambience where guests feel miles away from civilization. In reality, the property is just a short distance from an great choice of adventures, excursions and experiences to pamper both the imagination and the senses.
The estate is close to both Florence and Siena, main cultural hubs and UNESCO world heritage cities boasting endless treasures in the form of art and museums, historic visits, gastronomy and entertainment. Other towns that are worth a visit and are easily reached from the property include Lucca, Pisa, Arezzo, San Gimignano, San Galgano, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Volterra, Cortona, Perugia, and the Val D’Orcia.
