Arcata 2
Tuscan apartment with a shared pool : Badia Agnano between Arezzo and Siena
Nice little touches
- While guests share the large gardens, every apartment has its own dining patio.
- The owner lives on the premises and is very helpful in organizing excursions and extras.
Good to know
- Though indoor WiFi is better by windows, outside it even reaches the pool area.
- While the main entrance is from the front patio, there is an additional stairs to the back garden from the bedroom.
Arcata is a ground floor apartment in a large farmhouse that offers a couple or small family a great place to holiday in Tuscany. Once a farmhouse that fed the monks in nearby St. Mary's Abbey in Badia Agnano, today it has been converted into a generous apartment that allows guests to stretch limbs and step away from the stresses of modern life.
This apartment sleeps 2 but, by using the double sofa-bed, will accommodate 4, please ask if you'd wish to use the sofa bed.
This apartment, like the other two on the estate, has an individual outdoor eating area and easy access to the spacious pool area whose sun loungers, umbrellas, tables and night lighting make it a popular spot day and night. The surrounding hectares, once cultivated in grain, are now planted with olive and walnut trees, some strung with hammocks to make the most of a shaded afternoon snooze. The owner, who lives with her family on the top floor of the farmhouse, is an excellent resource. And at this property there are many 'extra' possibilities - horse stables you can walk to, cooking lessons and meals done by a lovely Italian, tours and transport to corners you've yet to discover, outlet shopping, and bike rentals for those who would tour Tuscany in a slower lane.
Arcata is listed under the following categories:
Accommodation
Entrance to this apartment is through the arched entryway directly into a generous sitting room with sofa, armchairs, a wood stove and an extra double sofa bed.
Up a couple of steps to the right is a double bedroom with wrought iron bedstead, desk, wardrobe and ensuite shower room and an independent access to the side garden down a short jasmine-covered staircase.
Also off the sitting room is access to a 2nd shower room and a large eat-in kitchen with view to the pool.
Features
Villa Details
- Swimming Pool
- Wifi
- Free Parking
- Pets Welcome
- Barbecue
- Central Heating
- Shared Swimming Pool
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Double Bedroom
- 1 Ensuite Bathroom With Shower
- 1 Additional Bathroom With Shower
- 1 Hair Dryer
- Insect Screen On1 Bedroom Window
Kitchen equipment
- Full Eat-In Kitchen
- Oven
- Dishwasher
- Toaster
- Italian Coffee Maker
- Kettle
- Microwave Available On Request
Amenities
- Satellite Tv
- Dvd Player
- Cd Player/Radio
- Woodstove
- 1 Double Sofa Bed On Premises And 1 Single Bed Available On Request
- Portable Fan Available On Request
- Baby Bed And High Chair Available On Request
- Washing Machine In The Shared Laundry Room
- Iron And Ironing Board In The Shared Laundry Room
What's included
- Final Cleaning Included
- Pool Towels Provided
Extras
- Arrival Groceries Available On Request
- Catering Available On Request
- Cooking Lessons Available On Request
- Extra Cleaning Available On Request
- Transport And Tours Can Be Organized
- Heating: Extra On Consumption
Outdoors
- Large Salt-Water Swimming Pool (Shared)- Dim: 7X15 M, Depth: 1.20-2.20 M, With Diving Board
- Furnished Private Patio And Shared Gardens
- Shared Webber Bbq Available
- Ping Pong Table In The Garden
- Hammocks Strung In The Garden
Nearby Activities
- Tennis Court In Nearby Bucine 7 Km
- Horse Stables In Walking Distance
- Bike Rentals Can Be Arranged
- Read more about the area around Arcata
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FAQ about Arcata
1. What is the approach road like?
The last section of the road is a well-maintained gravel track that gets slightly steep just before the turn off to the house.
Where is Arcata ?
Getting here
- Florence airport 1 hr
- Pisa airport 1 hr 45 mins
- Rome Fiumicino airport 3 hrs
- Fast train from Montevarchi 16 km. with connections to Florence, Rome and Milan
Around Arcata
Once the territory of powerful feudal lords, the fertile valley of the Ambra River lies central to the Florence, Siena and Arezzo triangle; not surprisingly, throughout the Middle Ages it was land to be fought over and frequently traded hands - until the formidable Medici family did away with its influence and relegated it to the role of Florentine breadbasket.
For this the modern tourist can be thankful; the protected land and buildings seen today are not that removed from the Tuscan countryside seen in ancient frescos. There are many good restaurants and lively festivals in the charming towns and villages nearby, and with the famous tips of the triangle - Siena, Arezzo, Florence - all within easy driving distance, Arcata is easily one of the most comfortable and well placed holiday spots you could find.
Nearby Activities
- Restaurants, bars and shops in Badia Agnano 1.5 km and Pieva a Presciano 3 km.
- Supermarkets in Ambra and Bucine 7 km
- Arezzo 25 km, and Siena 35 km
- Florence 60 km.
Arcata
Sleeps: 2
From € 156 to 215 per day
From € 1,089 to € 1,287 per week
Approximately
$ 1,274 to $ 1,506 in USD
Calendar for Arcata
How to book
Is Arcata perfect for you?
For over 40 years, Invitation to Tuscany has personally selected and visited every villa we represent. Our team knows each property and its surroundings intimately - allowing us to help you choose the perfect home for your family or group, and to make your stay as memorable as the place itself.
How to Book
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We visit our properties regularly and can provide firsthand advice based on your wishlist. Contact us and we'll help you select the best villa for your holiday. Secure your dates: We can hold your preferred dates for 48 hours while you confirm flights and coordinate with your group. To confirm, simply pay the 30% deposit. Your balance will be due 10 weeks before arrival.
Complimentary Concierge Service
Every booking includes our free concierge service to help make your stay special:
- Up to 3 activity or restaurant bookings per stay
- Local recommendations and insider knowledge
- Standard check-in coordination
- General travel assistance
Need more support? Our Concierge Plus (€300) provides dedicated planning support for guests requiring more activity bookings, larger group logistics, or special occasions. Please note that weddings and event planning do not fall under this. Request this when booking or as early as possible.
Flexible Booking Options
Easy cancellation: Add XCover to your booking for a full refund if you can't travel. You can add XCover anytime before paying your balance - just ask your agent. See our Booking Conditions and XCover for more information. Need to change dates? Let us know - we can often modify your booking rather than cancelling outright.
Worth Knowing
Tourist Tax: Many local administrations charge a tourist tax for rental accommodation, which varies by town. Charges typically range from €0.50 to €5 per person per night, with a maximum of 5-7 nights. Children are sometimes exempt. These charges are collected by property owners and paid directly to them.
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CIN: IT051042C24A9WQZW4
Booking Notes
- Heating costs to be paid directly to the owner
