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Tenuta di Spannocchia | 
Casa Dami Living Room |
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Casa Dami - Bedroom 1 | 
Casa Dami - Bedroom 2 |
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Casa Dami Exterior | 
Spannocchia Pool |
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Sheep and Shepherdess | 
Main Dining Room |
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Ravioli cooking class | 
Wine on the Terrace |
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Property |
Location |
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Casa Dami |
Rosia, Tuscany, Italy |
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Tenuta di Spannocchia is a 1,100 acre organic agricultural estate and educational center nestled in the wooded hills south of Siena, Tuscany. It is a working organic farm with a pool, hiking trails, vineyards and gardens. Educational activities offered such as language/cooking classes and olive oil/wine tastings. Guest dining is available. Accommodations: bed and breakfast rooms and 8 farmhouses. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| House / Villa |
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Property Setting:
| Village / Rural |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Family / Culture |
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Bedrooms:
| 3 |
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Guests:
| 6 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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Spannocchia is a magical place. It is a unique integration of historic architecture and landscape: a working organic farm, a center for education and enrichment focused on both ecological and cultural history, and a multinational community. Our activities strive to find balance between tradition and innovation. There is something to excite everyone at Spannocchia: hiking paths, farm animals, verdant gardens, cooking classes, beautiful vistas, eight centuries of rural history, a swimming pool, friendly people, great wine, and fantastic food. In addition, our proximity to tourism destinations including Florence, Siena, Chianti, San Gimignano, the Tuscan coastline, and many small hill towns makes Spannocchia the ideal base for exploring Tuscany. If you are looking for a vacation destination that is off the beaten path but still has a comfortable community environment, Spannocchia is the place for you! |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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Spannocchia is located in the Montagnola Senese region of Tuscany, 30 minutes southwest of Siena. The property is hilly and mostly forested, with open pastures for grazing livestock and raising grains, as well as our own organic vineyards and olive orchards. Spannocchia is located about 30 minutes from Siena, 1.5 hours from Florence, and 1.5 hours from Montepulciano and the Tuscan coast. The climate is typical mediterranean - hot and sunny in the summer, temperate in the fall and spring, and cool in the winter. In addition to exploring the Spannocchia property, we encourage guests to visit the local towns and other farms in our area. Not your average villa in Tuscany! |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| We recommend that guests rent a car to visit Spannocchia, as it is not located on a public transportation route. The nearest town is Rosia, and Spannocchia is located near the intersections of SS 73 and SS 541, south of Siena. |
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Nearest airports:
| Florence 1.25 hours |
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Nearest train station:
| Siena 30 minutes |
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Nearest bus stop:
| Rosia |
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Car Hire:
| Essential |
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Nearest restaurant:
| on site, plus many within 10 minutes driving time |
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Nearest beach:
| 1.5 hours |
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Nearest shop:
| 10 minutes |
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Nearest market:
| farm products for sale on site, grocery 10 minutes |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Lucia Sonetti |
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Contact Phone No. |
+39 0577 75261 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Birdwatching / Cycling / Walking
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Interior Facilities |
Linen provided / Log Fire / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
A spacious living room with a large fireplace and adjoining dining room opens into a smaller study perfect for poring over maps and planning day trips. The eat-in kitchen has a fantastic view of the Elsa river valley, and its proximity to the front door makes serving dinner on the arched loggia a breeze in the summer. There is also one bedroom and a one full bath with shower on the first floor. The second floor has two bedrooms, one with a lovely view of the Spannocchia property and one with a view of the Fattoria courtyard. A large bathroom with a full tub/shower looks out over the olive orchard below the house. A small utility nook upstairs holds the washing machine and cleaning supplies.
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Exterior Facilities |
Garden / Parking / Swimming Pool / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
Casa Dami is centrally located near the main guest office, the guest dining room, and the pool. The estate is there to be explored - with fabulous gardens either to wander in, or to sit and relax in!
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Further Details |
We offer cooking classes, garden tours, a tour and tasting focused on our heritage breeds pigs and the salumi products created on site, as well as an historical tour of the property. Spannocchia is also home to an internship program for young adults interested in sustainable agriculture and Italian culture and history.
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Conditions of
Rental |
The Client shall pay a deposit of 30% of the Total Rental Amount within five business days of receiving the Booking Contract to confirm the reservation for this villa in Tuscany. Payments in euros will be charged in US$ at the official exchange rate listed on the booking contract. If any payment is not made within the times set forth herein, Tenuta di Spannocchia may treat the contract as canceled, and the usual refund terms shall apply. Final payment of the balance of the rental charge (s) must be made 10 weeks before the beginning date of the rental period and will be charged in US$ at the official exchange rate on that payment date. Membership in the Spannocchia Foundation is a prerequisite for any stay at Spannocchia.
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Other Information |
Other rental properties on site
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What visitors have said about Casa Dami |
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I wanted to thank you all for making our time at the castle such a beautiful experience. I can't tell you how much it meant to me to be there and to b privilege to participate in the daily goings on. The people the food the animals, everything was perfect. I will return to the castle again as I can but the memories will always be with me, thank you so very much, I hope the remainder the summer goes well and you are all happy and peaceful until we see each other again.
Gregory S., Indiana, USA, Jun 2011 
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I had a wonderful experience and I learned a great deal about agriculture.
Frank T., Ireland, Jun 2008
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The beautiful vistas, delicious food and wine, along with the kind staff, all contribute to what a special place Spannocchia is. It was inspiring to stay in such a well-run sustainable farm. Its close proximity to the charming town of Siena and the Chianti region adds to the ambience that makes Toscana so special.
Fred G., London, UK, Jun 2009
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A green vacation destination on a working organic farm with spectacular food and amazing history. The views from the property are magnificent. Our kids loved the huge lawn (perfect for running around and chasing bugs), swimming pool, and the farm animals. We were all enamored with the onsite castle and nearby hiking trails through the forest. Guest accommodations are rustic but comfortable with kitchens and all you need. Located in the heart of Tuscany with easy access to everything from cities to parks to castles.
Chris J., California, USA, Jul 2008
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Thanks for your hospitality, the villa, the food, and sharing your vision of a sustainable world; this was much more than a vacation - it was a sweet and reinforcing moment in time.
Bob and Sally W., Pensylvania, USA, Feb 2009
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"Pinch me" is about all I can say! What a beautiful place Spannocchia is. The care and love exudes from the walls,the walkways, the garden, and beyond.
Laurie and Kristine K., Arizona, USA, Jun 2009
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How can it be that we have been here for 24 hours and it feels like home?
Jeff D., Washington, USA, Sep 2008
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Thank you for the space to wander freely, to follow one foot after another...
Irene G,, USA, Jun 2009
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We will never forget our stay at Spannocchia; it was a wonderful experience!
Linda P., Montreal, Canada, Sep 2008
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