Bossi - La Casa Vecchia
- Property type: Villas & Apartments
- Sleeps: 8
- Region: Tuscany
- Location: Pontasieve
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Swimming pool: None
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The Bossi estate has belonged to a distinguished Florentine family since 1592, and provides an interesting and welcome retreat at any time of year. Beyond the main villa, facing south with fine views, is a group of houses each interesting and characteristic of the region. You may, on request, be shown round the cellars of the fattoria where you can buy their excellent wine or olive oil if you choose. Complimentary bottles of wine are provided in each house on arrival. Bossi offers an ideal combination of town and country holiday. The estate is set in tranquil, beautiful rolling countryside perfect for walking, fishing or riding. A rather steep lane past the house leads up through woods to a succession of different panoramas and meadows, ideal for picnics! Florence is only half an hour's drive away, with the further advantage that good train and bus services run there from Sieci (4km) if you want to avoid the hassle of city parking. Nearby Pontassieve is lively and prosperous with good restaurants, shops and a flourishing Wednesday market for clothes, household goods and food. The Autostrada del Sole is within easy reach, giving ready access to the rest of Tuscany and Umbria. Information on local events and facilities is provided at the cantina which is located at the main villa.
Accommodation
Lovingly restored from the 14th century watch tower and original farmhouse. Ground floor: Sitting room with beamed ceiling, wooden shutters and fine fireplace. Dining room. Kitchen/breakfast room. Twin bedroom furnished with antiques. Shower room. First floor: Two double bedrooms. Twin bedroom. Bathroom. Private south facing garden.
Grounds
Private gardens as well as the larger estate to wander round at your leisure.
Facilities
Wine and Olive oil sold at the fattoria.
Activities
- Tennis 4km
- Horse riding 4km
- Swimming 5km
- Fishing 5km
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Shopping at Sieci or Pontassieve
Access road
Easy access.
Airports
Florence 30 mins. Pisa 2 hrs. Bologna 2hrs 30 mins. Rome 3 hrs.
Distances
Pontassieve 6km, Sieci 4km, Florence 18km, Pisa 120km, Bologna 150km, Rome 280 km.
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| Arrival Date | Departure Date | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 20/12/2008 | 10/01/2009 | Weekly rate: £740 |
| 10/01/2009 | 04/04/2009 | Weekly rate: £850 |
| 04/04/2009 | 18/04/2009 | Weekly rate: £920 |
| 18/04/2009 | 13/06/2009 | Weekly rate: £850 |
| 13/06/2009 | 12/09/2009 | Weekly rate: £920 |
| 12/09/2009 | 19/12/2009 | Weekly rate: £850 |
| 19/12/2009 | 09/01/2010 | Weekly rate: £920 |
Prices include
- Household linen and towels
- Utilities
Not included (charged locally)
- Final cleaning: €60
- Childs cot: €110 per week
Security Deposit
On arrival you will be asked for a security deposit of €160, payable in cash. The security deposit will be returned to you at the end of your rental.
Arrival Times
Arrivals expected between 16.00 - 18.00 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.