Torrevista 10
San Gimignano Villa with a private pool : Siena, Tuscany
Good to know
- There is a great restaurant just a 10 minute walk away.
This wonderful conversion of a typical Tuscan farmhouse sits on a ridge looking across to the famous towers of San Gimignano, surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills. Gently restored by a Swiss conductor who for over a generation has embraced the joys of music, wine making, and generous hospitality, it is available as a villa rental for friends and extended families to gather.
The private pool on a large terrace enjoys the same amazing views as the house itself, and is an excellent spot to relax and drink in the medieval silhouette, golden light and some of the excellent locally produced red wines, or perhaps San Gimignano's typical white, the Vernaccia. There are places indoors and out for everyone to dine together and spacious living areas to sit and recount the day's adventures, but with two independent floors in the main house there is also room for privacy. The house has a piano and other instruments in a room beyond the living room, set up for musicians who would like to delight the travelling companions or simply practice while away from home.
The art cities and main areas of Tuscany are all within easy reach, with Siena, the Chianti hills, Florence and the amazing landscapes of the Val d'Orcia all close by, not to mention the lesser known delights of Volterra and the Metal Hills.
Torrevista is listed under the following categories:
Accommodation
Entrance to the upper floor is via the stone steps from the poolside terrace. In keeping with Tuscan priorities, one of the first rooms encountered is a spacious country kitchen with travertine counters, a large dining table and a traditional fireplace. On a corridor off the kitchen are three roomy bedrooms, all furnished with country antiques and bright fabrics. One of the two twin bedrooms has its own shower and sink, and the large double bedroom has a sink. There is a shower room near the double bedroom and a bathroom, equipped with a washing machine and separate WC off the entrance landing. Beyond the bedrooms are two living areas that spread the width of the house. The first has a cosy sofa and chairs gathered around the Sat. TV on one side of the room; on the other side is a dining area whose windows have the best interior view of the evocative city across the valley. The second living area, a few steps lower through the double arched entry, has comfortable seating near an open fireplace and an piano, tuned and ready for a visiting musician.
Two sets of French doors access the lower floor from the garden, one leading directly into a twin bedroom that connects to a second twin bedroom via curtained glass doors set in a brick arch. A door from the second bedroom leads to a large shower room with sweeping brick arches overhead. This floor also has an eat-in kitchen with doors up to the back garden, making it very handy for preparing those al fresco meals.
Features
Villa Details
- Swimming Pool
- Wifi
- Free Parking
- Private Pool
- Fireplace
- Insect Screens
- Pets Welcome
- Barbecue
- Fans
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Double Bedroom
- 4 Twin Bedrooms, One With Shower And Sink In The Bedroom
- 3 Shower Rooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Hair Dryer
Kitchen equipment
- Coffee Maker (American And Italian)
- Dishwasher
- Kettle
- Oven
- Microwave
- Toaster
Amenities
- Piano
- Barbecue
- Fireplace
- Dvd Player
- Fans In The Bedrooms
- Cd Player And Radio
- Iron And Ironing Board
- Washing Machine
- Pets Welcome
What's included
- Final Cleaning Included
Extras
- Extra Cleaning Available On Request
- Heating If Required Is Charged At €100 A Day, Payable On Site
- Cautionary Deposit To Be Paid On Arrival €300
Outdoors
- Dim: 12 X 6 M. With A Graduated Depth (1-3 M.) Corner Steps Into The Pool And Generous Terracotta Border. Lounge Chairs & Furnished Pergola By The Pool.
Nearby Activities
- Great Bike Riding In The Area - E-Bike Recommended
- Read more about the area around Torrevista
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Reviews
FAQ about Torrevista
1. What's the approach road to Torrevista like?
The final section of the approach road is a well-maintained gravel road - it's wide and easy to drive on.
2. How far is the house from San Gimignano?
Torrevista is around 10km from San Gimignano - you'll have a beautiful view of the towers from the swimming pool and the house.
3. Is Torrevista a good base for visting wineries?
Yes, it's very well placed, with wineries surrounding it in all directions, particularly in Chianti which is very close indeed and dotted with fabulous wineries.
Where is Torrevista ?
Getting here
- Florence Airport: 45 mins
- Pisa Airport 1hr 10 mins
- Nearest Train Station Poggibonsi, 10 min
Around Torrevista
As the furnished pergola on the terrace suggests, outdoor dining seems natural on a summer's evening, and whether the nearby barbecue is put to use or the caretaker's home-cooking requested, guests can easily treat themselves to Tuscan ingredients that harmonise with the owner's own-produced red wine.
Torrevista is an excellent base for day touring. San Gimignano is a UNESCO site for good reason and draws many to stroll their shops or sit on the cathedral steps under a starry sky for an evening of music. Keen walkers will also have plenty to do - our favourite walk in the area is up to Castelvecchio, a medieval village close to San Gimignano abandoned in the fifteenth-century and now a delight to explore in the holm-oak forests.
Also in easy reach are Colle Val d'Elsa, whose crystal manufacturing dates back to the middle ages, Volterra, whose Etruscan ancestors and alabaster production go back even earlier and, of course, Siena, Chianti and Florence, once former rivals and now many-starred in any guide book and less than an hour away.
Nearby Activities
- Bars, restaurants, shopping at Poggibonsi 7Km or San Gimignano 9 km
- There is a great restaurant a 10 minute walk away.
- Poggibonsi /w large PAM supermarket 6 km
- Volterra 20 min
- Siena, Chianti 30 min
- Val d'Orcia, Pienza, Montalcino 1hr 30 min
- Florence 1hr
Local Towns and Places to Visit
Torrevista
Sleeps: 10
From € 400 to 711 per day
From € 2,800 to € 4,267 per week
Approximately
$ 3,276 to $ 4,992 in USD
Calendar for Torrevista
How to book
Is Torrevista perfect for you?
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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: IT052028C2J2I66HAX and IT052028C2V59EQQDH
Booking Notes
- Heating if required is charged at €100 a day, payable on site
- Cash Cautionary Deposit required, €300 to be paid on site and returned - minus any charges - on departure
