Property Description

LA COLOMBINA is located in the hills of Gello and Casaglia, a territory known for its iron and copper mines and for the beauty of its scenery. It is a fascinating house for short or long summer or winter holidays in one of the most beautiful parts of the Tuscan countryside. The house with its typical rural aspect has been recently renovated and furnished with antique furniture chosen with attention to the smallest details, in a perfect combination between tradition and comfort. 

The private park, with a natural pond, is the ideal spot for mountain biking, hiking and Nordic walking. The house enjoys a splendid 360 degree panoramic position over the surrounding hills rich in Mediterranean flora and fauna. It is not more than 30 minutes by car from the pristine beaches, cliffs and sea and from the world famous Tuscan vineyards of Sassicaia and Ornellaia, Bolgheri and neighbourhood, with charming wine bars and taverns for wine tasting.

Customer Reviews

  Omar M. aus Muenchen, Aug 20, 2018

Property Details

INTERIOR
The house consists of two floors.

The front door on the ground floor leads into the hall with the stairs leading up to the first floor and a small bathroom with shower. On this floor there is the large kitchen with dining table, and with the original fireplace and stone sink and two doors leading out to the garden, laundry and ironing room. Also on the ground floor is the living room, with antique wood stove furnished with warm cosy colours, and a twin bedroom equipped with mosquito nets over the beds, with the possibility of access to the outside through a French window.

The brick staircase goes up to the first floor with a large landing leading to the sleeping area composed of a double bedroom with a small bathroom, a twin bed room and a bathroom with tub.

OUTDOOR
The property is surrounded by 23 hectares of land characterized by woodland and Macchia Mediterranea vegetation. One hectare is planted with lawn with a profusion of flowers and a variety of different trees. The outside area has been rendered more comfortable and cosy thanks to the presence of pergolas where guests can enjoy outdoor dining or just relax.

SWIMMING POOL
The pool, completely surrounded by a fence, is about 70 m from the house and can be reached by a little path with a few steps at the end. Of rectangular shape, it measures 12 x 4 m with a constant depth of 1,50 m and is lined with PVC with saline purification. Access is by ladder. The border is paved in terracotta and the solarium area is characterized by a small lawn, equipped with sun beds, deckchairs and a small pergola for shade.

ACCESSORIES
Internet Wi-Fi, satellite TV, stereo system with CD player, DVD player, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, coffee machine, iron and ironing board, baby cot and high chair, hairdryer, mosquito nets on the beds, toaster, blender, barbecue furniture, moka, books and magazines.

THE PRICE INCLUDES
water, electricity, gas for cooking purposes, internet Wi-Fi, bed linen and towels with weekly change, pool towels, pool and garden maintenance, use of pool from last Saturday of April until first Saturday of October

THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
final cleaning 100,- Euro on the spot, weekly supplement in case animals come along (30,00 Euro per pet), eventual tourist tax regarding the new legislation (community-dependent, details on arrival from the owner)

ON REQUEST
heating (on consumption, according to up to date market prices), additional cleaning (15,00 Euro per hour / cleaner), additional linen (15,00 Euro per person), firewood (20,00 Euro per 100 kg),

ANIMALS: are welcome on supplement

DEPOSIT: 300,00 Euro in cash on arrival

ARRIVAL: Saturday afternoon from 16.00 to 19.00

DEPARTURE: Saturday morning from 8.00 within 10.00

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Useful Information

LA COLOMBINA country house with private pool

Sleeps: 6 + 1

Bedrooms: 3 (1 double bedroom, 2 twin bedroom, 1 sofa bed in the living room)

Bathrooms: 2 (1 with tub, 1 with shower)

Toilette: 1

Fenced: No

Height above sea level: 240 m



DISTANCES

Airports: Florence 135 km, Pisa 81 km, Rome 261 km

Stations: Cecina 27 km

Highways: Exit Cecina Nord - 20 km Rosignano

Attractions within 100 km: Volterra, Pisa, San Vincenzo, Livorno, Massa Marittima, Bolgheri, Castagneto Carducci, San Gimignano

Shopping and Services: Casino di Terra 5 km

Beaches: 25 km Bibbona

Access road: 5,3 km of gravel road uphill (not suitable for sports cars)


LOCATION
The Etruscan Coast recently awarded the EU Blue Flag for its clear waters, sandy beaches, fine grained and dense, covering the coast. A land washed by the sea for more than 90 km. The magic history, art and archaeology characterized the medieval villages of the coast. The beach is free. In the heart of the Etruscan Coast, Castagneto Carducci, a beautiful part of Tuscany, is repeatedly rewarded with numerous Italian and international awards for its outstanding beauty. Here is the exceptional importance wildlife oasis of Bolgheri. Along the Street of Wine are produced some of the most appreciated wines in the world and in the surrounding countryside, extra virgin olive oil, quality. Restaurants and shops are closer to 15 minutes, in the characteristic village of Casale Marittimo, Guardistallo Montescudaio, Volterra and the coast in half an hour, Lucca and Florence in about an hour and a half.