Lakes Uno - Holiday Villa for 3 on a historic Tuscan estate
Villa with 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 3, Garden, Swimming Pool
Dating from the 13th century, the private country estate of Santo Stefano is set amongst a sweeping landscape of gentle hills and valleys in a little known area of northern Tuscany, yet less than an hour from the historic centres of Florence, Pisa, Lucca and Siena.
The Fattoria covers over 1000 acres of rolling countryside, lakes, woodlands, cornfields, olive groves, vineyards - even a wildlife reserve. At its centre is the hamlet of Santo Stefano with the remains of an old castle and church with its Etruscan tombs and cellars.
A number of the Fattoria’s former farmhouses and agricultural buildings have been carefully restored by local craftsmen to offer contemporary holiday accommodation with all the facilities demanded by the 21st century holidaymaker, but with all the charm of a classic Tuscan estate.
The Lakes comprises 8 air-conditioned linked villas, sleeping 3-5 people, located on a hillside overlooking the estate's Lakes. Ideal for families and groups of friends.
The Lakes Uno - a double bedroom
The Lakes Uno - the living area and terrace
The Lakes Uno - the Mediterranean gardens and pool
The Lakes Uno - the swimming pool
The Lakes - swimming pool, Jacuzzi and sun terrace
The Lakes Uno - dining on the terrace
The entrance into The Lakes is through imposing gates and there is a communal secure parking area. Pathways, illuminated at night, lead through the gardens to the linked villas which are grouped on a hillside.
There are three two bedroom villas, each of which sleeps 3 making them ideal for a small family or a couple.
Built on one level each linked villa is fully air-conditioned and is furnished and decorated in a light and airy style with pastel coloured walls, tiled floors and beamed ceilings. Each comprises a spacious living room with a dining area and a fully equipped kitchen area. The lounge area has comfortable seating and the dining area a table to accommodate up to 4 people.
Large sliding doors open out from the living area to the private terrace with its wrought iron dining table and comfortable chairs which overlook the Mediterranean garden, and makes a great spot for al fresco dining.
There are two bedrooms, a double with a king size (2 metre) bed and an ensuite shower room. The single bedroom is of a good size and there is an additional shower room.
Steps lead down from the villas through gardens to the large communal swimming pool, which measures 21 x 6 metres and has a Jacuzzi/hydro-massage area. The pool is surrounded by lawns and an extensive furnished sun terrace, which in turn overlooks a valley and the Fattoria's lakes.
The management of Fattoria Santo Stefano are on hand to help you to make your holiday enjoyable, with a range of additional services from booking a tennis court, to visits to local vineyards, from restaurant reservations to balloon trips. In addition, during the high season months they organise a Children’s Club so that parents can also enjoy their holiday. Throughout the season there is a daily fresh bread delivery service. One of the local restaurants can organise a meals delivery service.
Prices are available for 2 people travelling together, ask for full details.
Facilities for this holiday villa in Montaione, Tuscany
1 Double Bedroom, 1 Single Bedroom. The two air-conditioned bedrooms of The Lakes Uno are a double (with king size 2 metre bed) and a single bedded room.
Bathrooms:
2 Showers. There are two shower rooms one of which is en suite to the double bedroom and there is a separate shower room. One of the three Lakes Uno villas has been equipped with a shower for wheelchair use.
Kitchen:
Cooker, Hob, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron. The kitchens are well equipped with gas hob and electric oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, as well as a kettle. The Lakes villas share a communal laundry with washing machines, dryer and iron.
General:
Central Heating, Maid Service, Air Conditioning, House Linen, Towels Provided, Internet Access. The Lakes Uno villas are well equipped. All linen and towels are provided as are pool towels. Twice mid weekly cleaning included with a change of bath linens.
Dining:
Seating for 4. In the living room of each villa there is a dining table seating 4, whilst there is a further wrought iron dining table and chairs on the private terrace which are perfect for al fresco dining.
Entertainment:
Terrestrial TV, Satellite TV. Each apartment has a Satellite television, with limited English speaking channels and Wi-fi access.
Outside:
Communal Pool, Terrace, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Balcony, Garden Furniture. As the property is built on a hillside there are a number of steps and parents with young children should take care. The swimming pool, weather permitting, is open from 01 May to 01 October.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Wheelchair Access, Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Pets Allowed, Sorry - No Smokers.
The Lakes Uno villas are ideal for couples and small families. As there are a number of steps young children require supervision. One of the linked villas has been equipped for wheelchair use.
Local activities in and around Montaione, Tuscany
The nearest towns are Montaione and Castelfiorentino, both 6 kms, where you will find restaurants, supermarkets, bars and a good range of shops. There is a tennis club in Castelfiorentino, mountain bikes can be rented and riding can be booked at a local ranch. Fishing can be arranged at Montaione and Moriolo and there is an 18 hole golf course at Castelfalfi, just 25 kms away.
The Lakes makes a perfect base if you want to explore the many attractions of Northern Tuscany. Set almost equidistant between Florence, Lucca, Siena and Pisa, Fattoria Santo Stefano is perfectly placed for visiting most of the famous towns and villages of Tuscany, each is about one hours drive away. Other places to visit are San Gimignano with its medieval 'skyscrapers',Volterra one of Tuscany’s best kept secrets, Certaldo and San Miniato.
FLORENCE north east of The Lakes - known locally as Firenze, the city is located in a valley on the banks of the River Arno amongst low hills covered with olive groves and vineyards. Cradle of the Renaissance and home of Machiavelli, Michelangelo and the Medici you could spend the whole of your holiday in the city. Florence is compact and probably the best way to experience it and to get your bearings is firstly to take guided tour.
SIENA south east of The Lakes - home of the famous Palio horse race, has a wonderful medieval centre bristling with majestic Gothic buildings such as the Palazzo Pubblico on Il Campo (the Piazza del Campo), the main square which is the setting for the Palio. The Duomo, or cathedral is one of Italy’s greatest gothic churches, begun in 1196 and a wonderful example of a Pisan church.
PISA north west of The Lakes - was once a major maritime power to rival Genoa and Venice, but today its fame is from an architectural project that went terribly wrong - the Leaning Tower. The tower is a part of a trio of Romanesque pieces of architecture that adorn the Campo dei Miracoli, one of Italy’s most famous squares.
The nearest airports are Pisa (50kms), Florence (50kms), Bologna (150 kms), Genoa (210 kms) and Milan (325 kms). Car hire can be arranged at all airports. A car is an essential part of this holiday.
Rental rates for this villa
Price Per Week
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UK Pound
Euro
US Dollar
4 Apr - 1 May 2009
£490.00
€588.00
$793.80
2 May - 22 May 2009
£590.00
€708.00
$955.80
23 May - 26 Jun 2009
£770.00
€924.00
$1247.40
26 Jun - 10 Jul 2009
£920.00
€1104.00
$1490.40
11 Jul - 21 Aug 2009
£995.00
€1194.00
$1611.90
22 Aug - 28 Aug 2009
£920.00
€1104.00
$1490.40
29 Aug - 4 Sep 2009
£795.00
€954.00
$1287.90
5 Sep - 25 Sep 2009
£590.00
€708.00
$955.80
26 Sep - 31 Oct 2009
£440.00
€528.00
$712.80
Rental Notes: The villa will be available between 1700 and 2000 on your day of arrival and you will be expected to depart between 0800 and 1000.
A deposit of 30% of the rental is payable at the time of booking and the balance of 70% is required six weeks before the start of the holiday rental.
In the case of cancellation the following cancellation fees will apply: Up to 30 days before the start of a rental - loss of 30% deposit. Within 30 days of the start of the rental - the full cost of the rental. If the property is re-let for the period cancelled by you then a 10% cancellation fee will be made.
A refundable breakage deposit of £200 is payable with your final balance and this will be returned within 15 days of the end of your holiday, assuming that there are no deductions.
Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Where holidays cross date bands a quotation will be required.
In accepting bookings we are acting as agents for Fattoria Santo Stefano Srl.
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Owner joined site on:
23 October 2007
Property listed since:
24 October 2007
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