Il Palazzo di Piero - San Bernardo

  • Property type: Villas & Apartments
  • Sleeps: 12
  • Region: Tuscany
  • Location: Chianciano Terme, Sarteano
  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Swimming pool: Shared
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Palazzo di Piero is a fine property, formerly one of the family's main residences. It is set in parkland among traditional vineyards and olive groves which are still actively farmed. An avenue of trees, nearly 1km long, runs through the park, and sweeps into the courtyard of the Castello itself. On the left stands the private chapel, with its frescoes dating back to the 1500's and its portraits of former owners. The forecourt is formally landscaped with tall cypresses and a line of topiary-trimmed box trees, framing woods in which visitors may walk. The main building is castellated and the whole is dominated from the front by its elegant five-arched loggiatio and bell tower. It is situated in one of the most idyllic parts of Tuscany, nestled among secular holm-oaks, pines, vineyards, olive groves, ponds and creeks. Palazzo di Piero has that special charm of Etruscan sites. It is located close to Sarteano with its pool of natural spring waters, Chianciano famous for its thermal water, and Chiusi rich in fascinating archeological sites. This area offers not only a variety of outdoor activities but also an interesting departure point for learning about the culture and traditions of this region.

Accommodation

San Bernardo is a large, spacious, simply furnished farmhouse, which stands among trees on a slight rise above the castle, surrounded by spacious garden grounds with lovely views of the surrounding park and coutryside. A cool and shady loggia at the head of external stone staircase opens onto the first floor accommodation: Living room with large open fieplace. Spacioous kitchen. Double bedroom. Five twin bedrooms. Two bathrooms.

Grounds

Wonderfull well maintained gardens where you can wonder peacefully.

Facilities/Activities

Pool details

Shared swimming pool (20m x 10m) with ample poolside furniture.

Access road

Good access.

Airports

Florence 2hrs 30min. Rome Ciampino 3hrs.

Distances

Chianciano Terme 3km, Sarteano 6km, Siena 80km, Florence 100km, Rome 190km.

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Arrival DateDeparture DatePrice
31/01/2009 14/03/2009 Weekly rate: £810
14/03/2009 28/03/2009 Weekly rate: £1350
13/06/2009 05/09/2009 Weekly rate: £1350
05/09/2009 03/10/2009 Weekly rate: £1070
03/10/2009 19/12/2009 Weekly rate: £810
19/12/2009 02/01/2010 Weekly rate: £1690

Prices include

- Household linen and towels
- Utilities

Not inculded (charged locally)

- Final cleaning: €75
- Extra towels for pool use

Security Deposit

On arrival you will be asked for a security deposit of €200, payable in cash. The security deposit will be returned to you at the end of your rental.

Arrival Times

Arrivals expected between 16.00 - 20.00 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.