This large classic villa is located in the Val di Cecina, a wide region which extends from the coast, where the town of Cecina and other tourist resorts are located, to the renowned town of Volterra. The area is one of the most unspoiled ones in Tuscany. It offers a very wild and fascinating landscape characterized by sweet hills with olive trees and cypresses and embracing a rich flora and fauna.
Villa di Montegemoli is an ancient residence which belongs to the same noble family since the 19th Century and it has been used by the family as summer residence and has seen several renovations, conserving a mix of ancient beauty and modern comfort. It is ideal for families due to its fenced large swimming pool as well as for those looking for a villa in Tuscany where they can fully relax as the resident guardians provide cleaning and cook service for breakfast and dinner, 5 days a week.
The property is part of an extensive estate of about 1200 hectares, including a castle, an ancient hamlet and several farmhouses, all belonging to the same owners and boasting a rich history dating back to the 12th Century. Montegemoli was also the birthplace of Dante Alighieri's mother and there is a garden dedicated to her on the estate. The location is particularly convenient for sightseeing and in short drive distance it is possible to reach the famous artistic Tuscan town of Volterra, as well as the beaches or wine destinations around Bolgheri, famous for the Sassicaia and Ornellaia wine production. Furthermore to reach San Gimignano it takes less than on hour drive while Siena and Pisa are around at one hour drive, Florence and Lucca instead can be reached in around one and half hours.
The clients particularly enjoy being walking distance from a restaurant (a ten minutes walk): one of the most appreciated trattorias of the area. The villa was built on three floors and the ground floor is reserved to the staff who takes care of the guests. The interiors offer wide rooms furnished in a classic style with pieces of antiques belonging to the family for generations. Spending a holiday in Villa di Montegemoli is like taking a leap in the past with an authentic retro and relaxing atmosphere.
The swimming pool is located in a large flat area surrounded by century-old trees and plants , at less than 100 meters from the villa.
Resident guardians provide cleaning and cook service for breakfast and dinner, 5 days a week. The cleaning service and cooking service are included in the rental price 5 days a week. The cleaning service is 4 hours per day. Continental breakfast and dinner are prepared 5 days per week - please note, the cost for the grocery shopping is not included.
The following might be to be paid extra: Heating, Refundable Security Deposit in cash.