villa ovidio, 12 pax villa to let, cortona and val di chiana (tuscany)

VILLA OVIDIO is a beautiful brick and stone house with private pool recently restored and situated in an ideal position, among the rolling hills near Monte San Savino.

Style and elegance of the best Italian tradition characterize both the interior and the exterior of Villa Ovidio while stunning views on the typical Tuscan countryside can be admired from different positions. The property is a perfect place for a holiday all year round.  Not only in spring and summer but also in the cold and cooler days of fall and winter seasons. This property is comfortable and practical as it has been equipped  with a photovoltaic system installed on both roofs of the parking shelter and the covered area near the pool.

A dirt road of about 300 m leads up on the top a the hill where villa has been built. The road is in good condition and passes through a wooded area which belongs to the large property (approx. 4 acres). Once at the villa, one can enjoy a 360° panoramic view of the surrounding countryside mainly composed by vineyards, fields of sunflowers, woods and, in the distance, the medieval village of Monte San Savino

Thanks to a recent and accurate renovation, the property has been transformed into a high-level villa  with a combination of ancient and modern features and is waiting for those guests who wish to spend their holidays in this area.

Despite the ancient and peasants origins of the farmhouse, the owners have tastefully furnished the villa with all the most technologies of modern times.   Each room has been decorated with beautiful paintings, original hand made by a well-known Roman artist.

Villa Ovidio is recommended destination for guests who are looking for a special place, set in a picturesque landscape of the Tuscan countryside but close to important places rich in historical attractions, culture and tourism. The property is situated between the  small village of Montagnano (about 2km) and Monte San Savino (approx 5 km) in the province of Arezzo. Despite its location close to important communication roads near  Monte San Savino, the house is situated in a quiet and panoramic position.

The property belongs to a distinguished family who has been producing fine wines since the early twentieth century. The company, located among the hills of Monte San Savino and part of the DoC Valdichiana area, produces and exports fine wines all over the world. On request,  wine tastings can be organized at Villa Ovidio.

Feedback 1st September to 8th September 2012

Good Day Monika,

Our (four couples, one person in a wheel chair) visit to Villa Ovidio was wonderful.  One could not ask for a prettier location in the rolling hills of Tuscan wine country.

The owners family went out of there way to make us feel at home by shopping for us prior to arrival and than having us over to there home for a fantastic dinner party with their family.  We did not speak the language but it is easy for people of good will to enjoy each other and have a wonderful night.

The Villa itself met all my brother-in-laws needs in his wheel chair. It was easy for him to get around the house and the yard to get to the patio and pool area.

It would be nice to have some printed matter about the area and day trips for people in a binder at the Villa.  Also directions (with address) of places to eat would be a big help. With address you can enter it into GPS o find your way.

Thank you for a wonderful and relaxing visit,

George & Barbara, Jim & Barbara, John & Donna, Rosina & John 

INTERIOR

The villa has 2 floors with internal and external access

Ground Floor:
The main entrance, through a wrought iron door and a small hallway, leads  to a wide open room composed by a dining room - living room and the kitchen.
From the entrance, you arrive in the dining area equipped with a beautiful long wooden table and chairs. Another door leads outside to a dining area located in the back of the villa and equipped with table and chairs, perfect for lunches dinners or just to relax.
On the right side of the entrance, is the kitchen, with a direct access to outside. The owners have paid particular attention to the kitchen by equipping it with high quality appliances such as induction cookers, American fridge-freezer, oven, micro-wave oven with fan, dishwasher, coffee maker, espresso coffee maker, ...)
On  the left side  of the main entrance, there are two connecting living rooms (with direct access to the external too), and furnished with sofas, one with a huge fireplace and large plasma TV-SAT. 

One of the living-rooms gives access through an arch to the sleeping area of ​​the ground floor composed by:   spacious double bedroom (with access to and from the outside) with private bathroom with shower suitable for disabled persons, a small room with two single beds, a bathroom with shower.

First Floor:
A typical external stone staircase with a small loggia leads to the first floor composed by a foyer which has been equipped as a corner-bar with a sink (the room will be soon equipped with a small refrigerator, micro- wave) with direct access to one double bedroom with private bathroom with shower

An internal  wooden staircase leads upstairs to the foyer (previously mentioned) and to the corridor  which gives direct access to two double bedrooms each with private bathroom with shower and to a suite with king-size canopy bed, ensuite bathroom with shower (Jacuzzi, sauna, chromotherapy, music) and bathtub (Jacuzzi with 2 seats)

All rooms are equipped with air conditioning hot / cold and TV-SAT


EXTERIOR
The property has an extension of ​about 5.000 sqm that includes the villa with swimming pool, garden, plus the surrounding woods, fields and vineyards around. A small gravel driveway leads up to a car park equipped with rooftop photovoltaic system.

Guests can also relax outside during the whole day at any time, thanks to the various spaces specifically created to enjoy every corner of the property.  There is also a barbecue at guests’ disposal .

Near the house, on the one hand, there is a panoramic terrace equipped with "Bistrot" tables and chairs which will enable guests to relax while enjoying the beautiful sunsets

POOL
In front of the villa, there is a beautiful swimming pool with roman staircase which makes it possible for pleasant evening swims, as it has also been equipped with colored LED lights to create a magical atmosphere.

The pool is 15x6 m. - depth 1,20 to 1,30 m and is equipped with inviting sunbeds.  Near the pool, a large wooden porch equipped with sofas and heated external Jacuzzi tub (5 seats) and sauna (2 seats)

ACCESSORIES:
SAT-TV (7), Wi-Fi, induction cooker, oven, microwave fan, refrigerator maker, dishwasher, washing machine, espresso coffee maker, coffee maker, kettle, toaster, mini-fridge, air conditioning (hot / cold), sauna, whirlpool, table tennis, barbecue

THE PRICE INCLUDES:
electricity (up to a weekly consumption of 600 kWh), water, 1 baby bed (on previous request), internet W-Lan, bed linen and towels with n°1 weekly change, pool towels (on previous request), pool and garden maintenance, use of pool from last Saturday of April to first Saturday of October

THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:  
electricity in case of a weekly consumption over 600 kwh (on consumption 0,50 per kWh), final cleaning 250,00 Euro fix price), weekly supplement in case animals come along (40,00 euro per animal), eventual tourist tax regarding the local legislation (community-dependent, details on arrival from the owner)

ON REQUEST:
heating / cooling (see electricity), fire wood (20,00 Euro per 100 kg), additional cleaning (12,00 Euro per hour / cleaner), additional change of linen and towels (15,00 Euro per each change), wine tasting and local products (prices available on site), mountain bike rental on request, organization horseback riding on request,

PETS: are welcome on supplement

BREAKAGE DEPOSIT: 500,00 Euro in cash on arrival

CHECK IN: Saturday from 16.00 to 19.00 o'clock

CHECK OUT: Saturday from 8.00 to 10.00 o'clock

VILLA OVIDIO

Villa with private pool, 260 square meters

Sleeps: 12

Rooms: 6 (5 double bedrooms (one of them with king-size bed), 1 twin bedroom)

Bathrooms: 6 (5 with shower, 1 with steam shower and Jacuzzi tub-)

Fenced: No

Parking:  covered porch for n. 4 vehicles

Access roads: a dirt road in very good condition

 

POSITION

Monte San Savino is only 5 km from the villa, and is one of the most important centers of Val di Chiana with all kinds of shops and services and offers many cultural and popular events. This village, probably founded in Roman times was certainly an important castle in the Middle Ages, but today is one of the most visited of the Chiana Valley. Its walls protect many important medieval and Renaissance buildings.