Ginestra - Apartment in a charming farmhouse on Chianti hills
Farmhouse with 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Garden, Swimming Pool
Apartment La Ginestra is one of eight apartments of Le Docce farm holiday resort, that rises on the enchanting estate of the same name, on a hill in the heart of Tuscany that gently descends toward Castelfiorentino. It lies at the border between Florence, Pisa and Siena, not far from other towns of scenic, historic and cultural importance such as San Gimignano, Certaldo and Volterra. The estate is part of the farming enterprise run by the Ciampalini family that has renovated the estate and converted it into a farm holiday resort, preserving the typical features of the original rural buildings and characteristic Tuscan crops.
Le Docce is ideal for different families holidaying together and for large groups.
On the ground floor of the magnificent farmhouse, dating back to the mid-19th century, there is ‘Ginestra' apartment.
This apartment is equipped with individual heating, air conditioning and TV an outdoor covered terrace where it is possible to dine.
The farmhouse dominates the summit of the hill and has been restructured into eight self catering apartments. The apartments that were created during the renovation of the two old rural buildings maintain the ancient terracotta floors and wood beamed ceilings that are typical of Tuscan architecture.
Beyond the apartments there is a delightful reception area, a swimming pool that offers a superb, sweeping view from San Gimignano to the Apuan Alps, a large park with picnic tables and barbecues, a lawn bowling field and mountain bike trails.
Immersed in the peaceful countryside, our guests will enjoy long walks along the paths of the estate among vineyards, olive groves and wheat fields that adorn the colorful slopes. Guests can admire the natural spring from which comes the resort’s name, Le Docce; the fields that yield our typical products, and take part in genuine country life thanks to the activities regularly organized by Cinzia and Cristina Ciampalini.
Facilities for this holiday farmhouse in Castelfiorentino, Tuscany
Property
Type:
Farmhouse
Nearest Airport:
A.Vespucci airport -Florence - 35 kms
Nearest Bar/Pub:
Castelfiorentino - 1,5 kms
Nearest Restaurant:
Castelfiorentino - 1,5 kms
Location Type:
Golfing, Good Nightlife, Horse Riding, Quiet, Rural/Village
Bedrooms:
1 Double Bedroom, 1 Twin Bedroom.
Bathrooms:
1 Bathroom.
Kitchen:
Cooker, Hob, Fridge, Freezer. Electric oven
General:
Central Heating, Maid Service, Air Conditioning, House Linen, Towels Provided. Individual heating and air conditioning (€ 77 per week), maid service (€8/h), house linen gratis, In common: telephone, internet connection, laundry room €3,5 per washing)
Dining:
Seating for 6. Covered outdoor terrace to dine out with table and chairs.
Entertainment:
Terrestrial TV. Lawn bowling field Mountain bikes,Barbecues,large park with shady areas, to visit farm activities, one can take walks or bike rides along our own country lane. Tasting and purchasing oil and wine
Outside:
Communal Pool, Terrace, Garden, Parking, Garden Furniture. All 8 apartments have access to swimming pool (7m x 14m), breakfast on request
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Not Suitable For Wheelchairs, Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Pets Allowed, Smoking Allowed.
Local activities in and around Castelfiorentino, Tuscany
Le Docce is a ‘real’ farm holiday resort, where guests can truly ‘live’ a country lifestyle. Guests can take advantage of leisure time to take part in seasonal activities carried out at the farm such as the pruning of olive trees and grapevines and, later on in the year, the olive and grape harvests.
One can take long walks or bike rides along the Francigena, the old road that once led to France, winding up among gentle slopes covered with vineyards, olive trees and woods; admiring the old farm houses that dot the land, beautiful centuries old plants and several bird species.
In autumn, in partnership with the Valdelsa Truffle Pickers Association, Cinzia and Cristina Ciampalini organize excursions for guests in search of these highly valuable tubers.
At the estate it is possible to taste and purchase oil and wine produced from surrounding cultivation. Moreover, guests can enjoy the many services offered by Le Docce that will make their stay even more pleasant.
Castelfiorentino represents the natural crossroads of the Valdelsa area, because of excellent position linking it directly to the main art cities and other places of historic and artistic importance.
Here are some distances from Le Docce to the main tourist and artistic centers:
Florence = 35 km Montaione = 8 km Siena = 48 km Vinci = 25 km Pisa = 50 km Colle Val d’Elsa = 30 km Lucca = 55 km Volterra = 35 km San Gimignano = 20 km Certaldo = 8 km Gambassi Terme = 9 km
Golf course (18 holes) in Castelfalfi (20 km), tennis court in Castelfiorentino (2 km), horseback riding and equestrian school in Certaldo (10 km), spa in Gambassi (8 km), shopping of all sorts, railway station and hospital in Castelfiorentino (2 km).
From May to September folk feast or medieval festival in Castelfiorentino or in the other neighbouring charming villages.
Rental rates for this farmhouse
Price Per Week
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6 Jan - 22 Mar 2008
€395.00
£313.49
$507.86
22 Mar - 29 Mar 2008
€490.00
£388.89
$630.00
29 Mar - 23 May 2008
€395.00
£313.49
$507.86
23 May - 12 Jun 2008
€490.00
£388.89
$630.00
28 Jun - 5 Jul 2008
€595.00
£472.22
$765.00
5 Jul - 23 Aug 2008
€730.00
£579.37
$938.57
23 Aug - 6 Sep 2008
€595.00
£472.22
$765.00
6 Sep - 20 Sep 2008
€490.00
£388.89
$630.00
20 Sep - 20 Dec 2008
€395.00
£313.49
$507.86
Rental Notes: Services included: bedroom and bathroom linens, water, electricity, gas and access to swimming pool.
Services not included Final cleaning fees per week: Ginestra €50
Price per night for apartment (for short stay only) : - high, high-mid and mid season: € 100 per night. - low season: € 82 per night. These prices include fees for final cleaning and heating, too. Roll-away bed/Crib €20 per week , €3 per night.
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Owner joined site on:
07 January 2005
Property listed since:
30 March 2006
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