La Scheggia - Loggia

  • Property type: Villas & Apartments
  • Sleeps: 6
  • Region: Tuscany
  • Location: Anghiari
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Swimming pool: Shared
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Situated in a strategic position on the mountain pass between Tuscany and Umbria, La Scheggia is perfectly positioned for those who wish to spend a holiday of relaxation and cultural enjoyment. This lovely farmhouse, dating from the XI century, is situated on the ridge that divides the Arno valley from the Tiber valley; an area rich in woodlands and pathways that, since ancient times, have inspired the great Masters in their paintings. LEONARDO DA VINCI himself knew these places well, testimony to this is the map of the Chiana Valley, painted by the famous Master, in which La Scheggia is shown together with some of the other small medieval towns near the Castle of Montauto. The hill of Montauto and its surrounding landscape, depicted in the background of the famous Resurrection by PIERO DELLA FRANCESCA, can be enjoyed from the ancient sentry post, located in the upper part of la Scheggia.

Not far from la Scheggia, you can walk along the same paths that St. Francis of Assisi used to take on his way to la Verna, and along which he performed many miracles. Within a radius of a few kilometres, it is possible to reach the main art cities of central Italy such as Florence, Siena, Arezzo, Cortona and the National Park of Casentino, with the monasteries of Camaldoli and la Verna. On the way to Umbria you will reach the upper Tiber Valley, also called the "Museum Valley" scattered as it is with numerous little villages and towns rich in history and art: Anghiari, San Sepolcro, Città di Castello, Monterchi, Citerna, Umbertide, Montone, Gubbio, Assisi, Spello and Perugia to name just some of them. And as you drive through the Bocca Tabaria pass you will be able to visit Urbino in the neighbouring Marche.

Accommodation

On the first floor of the fattoria, looking out towards the hills. First floor; Small, but airy loggia. Very light and spacious living room, with a fine authentic fireplace at one end. Well-equipped kitchen alcove. Bathroom. Double bedroom. Two twin bedrooms. A welcoming apartment, bright and airy in summer and cosy on colder days with a log fire and central heating.

Grounds

Extensive grounds with swimming pool, to be enjoyed by adults and children alike.

Facilities

Bowling green and mountain bikes. Young people can play football, ping pong and table soccer. Night tennis matches can be played by booking a court at the Anghiari Tennis Club. Horse riding along the paths travelled by Saint Francis upon reservation. Of particular interest are the courses held in Applied Arts under the guidance of Master Artisans: lacquering, inlaying, carving, gilding and restoration.

Pool details

Swimming pool (12m x 5m). Ladders for entry/exit.

Access road

Easy access road

Airports

Perugia 1hr 30mins. Florence 1hr 30mins. Bologna Forli 1hr 30mins. Pisa 2hrs 30mins. Ancona 2hrs 30mins.

Distances

Anghiari 8km, Arezzo 17km, Florence 85km, Siena 85km, Gubbio 85km, Urbino 95km, Assisi 100km, Perugia 95km, Rimini 110km, San Marino 95km, Rome 230km.

 

Arrival DateDeparture DatePrice
18/10/2008 20/12/2008 Weekly rate: £490
20/12/2008 03/01/2009 Weekly rate: £660
31/01/2009 21/03/2009 Weekly rate: £620
21/03/2009 13/06/2009 Weekly rate: £620
13/06/2009 27/06/2009 Weekly rate: £720
27/06/2009 04/07/2009 Weekly rate: £910
04/07/2009 15/08/2009 Weekly rate: £1010
15/08/2009 29/08/2009 Weekly rate: £910
29/08/2009 26/09/2009 Weekly rate: £720
26/09/2009 17/10/2009 Weekly rate: £530
17/10/2009 19/12/2009 Weekly rate: £530
19/12/2009 02/01/2010 Weekly rate: £720

From 12 January to 15 March and 15 November to 20 December only groups or long stay rentals are accepted.

Prices include

- Household linen and towels
- Utilities

Not included (charged locally)

- Final Cleaning: €60

Security Deposit

On arrival you will be asked for a security deposit of €150, payable in cash. The security deposit will be returned to you at the end of your rental.

Arrival Times

Arrivals expected between 16.00 - 19.30 hrs. If you are going to be late, you MUST advise us or the owner/keyholder in advance. Property to be vacated no later than 10.00am on day of departure.