Podere Bellaria

A typical Tuscan farmhouse that has always been welcoming and hospitable: in the 19th century Podere Bellaria was, in fact, a post station, an inn catering to travelers on horseback. Later belonging to noble families, it was finally acquired by the current owner who has breathed new life it through painstaking restoration work that has respected the original layout and classic architectural elements while at the same time conferring, through an original play of contrasts, an important personal touch. The vivacious furnishings are of good quality, characterized by bright materials and rounded, ornate forms; the accessories and fabrics present unconventional details with the richness of the finishing touches which enhance the interior with its exposed stone walls. The property is characterized by large areas, both inside and out, and is particularly suitable for groups of friends or families who want to spend relaxing days together in the cosy, spacious living room or in the outdoor set-up areas yet, at the same time, have total independence which is guaranteed by the arrangement of the bedrooms in separate but adjoining units. In addition, adjacent to the central structure is an elegant multi-purpose room, able to accomodate up to 150 people for events and ceremonies. Immersed in the scenic countryside of the Crete Senesi, and just a few minutes from the famous spa town of Rapolano, the estate is a great base for exploring a region with great artist and culture.

Key Features

• 9 bedrooms
• 11 bathrooms
• Sleeps 20
• Private pool
• Hot tub
• Landscaped gardens

Home Layout

Main area

• Living room
• Large dining room connected to the kitchen equipped with a bar
• Access to terrace

Unit 1

• Lower floor Bedroom 1 - Double bed, en-suite bathroom with shower
• Upper floor Bedroom 2 - Double bed, en-suite bathroom with shower
• Upper floor Bedroom 3 - Double bed, en-suite bathroom with shower
• Living room with sofa bed (Double)

Unit 2

• Lower Floor Bedroom 4 - Double bed, en-suite bathroom with shower

Unit 3

• Lower Floor Living room with sofa bed (Double) and bathroom with shower
• Upper Floor Bedroom 5 - Double bed, en-suite bathroom with shower

Unit 4

• External flight of stairs on one side of the house leads to the first floor annex
• Bedroom 6 - Double bed, en-suite bathroom with shower
• Bedroom 7 - Double bed, en-suite bathroom with shower
• Bedroom 8 - Double bed, en-suite bathroom with shower
• Laundry room is placed in an annex close by the pool area

Dependance

• Living space, kitchen and a bathroom with shower
• Bedroom 9 - Double bed

Outdoor area

• Private pool
• Hot tub
• Sun beds
• Outdoor dining areas
• Volleyball court
• BBQ

General

• Air conditioning
• Private parking
• WiFi
• Bedding and towels provided
• Phone, Computer and fax machine available
• Washer and dryer available
• Baby cot and high chair available
• Iron and ironing board

Good to know

• Pets: Yes, small size. Acceptance of animals to the facility must be previously authorised by the owner upon communication of the number of animals, size and breed.
• The pool is open from the last Saturday in April until the first Saturday in October.

Price includes

• Utilities: electricity - water - gas for cooking use
• Initial and final cleaning
• Park and pool maintenance

Not included in price

• Mandatory extra cleaning in case of animals (30,00 Euros/week/animal)
• Tourist tax (where applicable)

Extras on request

• Extra cleaning (22,00 Euros/hour/cleaner)
• Extra linen change (15,00 Euros per person)
• Heating (on consumption up to date market prices)
• Heated outdoor Jacuzzi (100,00 Euros/week)
• For events in case the number of participants exceeds the maximum capacity of the villa (400,00 Euros)
• Multipurpose room for events (300,00 Euros)
• Firewood (20,00 Euros/100 kg)

Places of Interest

• Airport: Firenze 108km, Pisa 169km, Roma Fiumicino 235km, Milano Malpensa 442km
• Train station: Rapolano Terme 5km, destinations Chiusi and Siena
• Shops and services: Armaiolo 3km, Rapolano Terme 3km
• Beaches: Tyrrhenian sea - Castiglione della Pescaia 115 km
• Attractions within 100 km: Siena 25km, Firenze 70km, Rapolano Terme 3km, Montepulciano 38km, Gaiole in Chianti 30km, Radda in Chianti 36km, Pienza 44km, Cortona 50km, Arezzo 51km, Lago Trasimeno 54km, Montalcino 60km, Greve in Chianti 68km, San Gimignano 70km