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Malfiano |
Arezzo, Tuscany, Italy |
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Organic home-grown wine, a luxurious pool, magnificent views of the Tuscan countryside and total tranquillity – what more could you ask for from a holiday? The Malfiano estate is a group of properties set in the midst of extensive vineyards, olive groves and woodland. Relaxing and peaceful, it is also a place of warmth and friendship. |
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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:
| 2 |
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Guests:
| 4 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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There are 3 apartments for rental, full of rustic charm, and simply furnished in traditional style. The villas, converted from the original farmhouse and steading, are situated round a shared pool and there are sun-loungers and gazebos aplenty for shade and sunshine alike. The vineyard is situated in the Val Di Chiana area near Arezzo and the villas make the perfect base to explore the delights of Tuscany and Umbria. The Italian family who own the vineyard are justifiably proud of their wines which are made, on-site, in the Cantina. As a guest you will be provided with wine from the vineyard (it isn’t for sale so make the most of it while you’re here!) and you will also be given olive oil pressed from their own olives as well as herbs from the garden. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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Malfiano is near to the lovely village of Civitella, and is above Arezzo which is about 20 minutes away. The estate is surrounded by vineyards and the rolling Tuscan countryside but is also well placed to explore all the delights of Tuscany and Umbria. Sienna is a mere 40 minutes away, Florence is just 45 minutes and Cortona is also 40 minutes. Within a short drive there is a variety of restaurants ranging from simple pizzerias to fine dining and supermarket shopping is available just 15 minutes away from the villas. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| Exit the A1 Autostrada at the Arezzo exit. Follow the signs to Civitella. Detailed directions provided on booking. |
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Nearest airports:
| Pisa or Bologna or Rome 2 hrs / 2 hrs / 2.5 hrs |
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Nearest train station:
| Arezzo 20 minutes |
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Nearest bus stop:
| Via della Guardiola |
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Car Hire:
| Essential |
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Nearest restaurant:
| Civitella |
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Nearest shop:
| Civitalla or Pieve al Topo |
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Nearest market:
| Arezzo |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Name |
Richard Milner |
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Contact Phone No. |
01620 810500 |
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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 / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
Casa Lara has cool, tiled floors throughout and a large, high-ceilinged living room and galley kitchen which leads to the garden. Casa Rosa is also built in traditional Tuscan style, with a balcony around the airy living area, French windows in the main bedroom which lead outside and modern fittings in the kitchen. Casa Elena is built in traditional old stone and it is very well furnished, while retaining the old stonework and wood panelling. All the houses have wonderful views out onto the flower gardens, the pool and/or the surrounding vineyards and countryside, and all have a telephone, satellite TV and a stereo system.
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Exterior Facilities |
Balcony / BBQ / Garden / Parking / Swimming Pool
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Exterior Details |
Amongst the houses is a swimming pool which all the guests share and there are plenty of deckchairs, umbrellas, sun-loungers and gazebos to go around. All the houses have their own area for dining al fresco, with outdoor furniture and a barbeque for those long summer evenings. There is a full-size Bocce court (the Italian version of boules), a ping pong table, table football (calcetto), mountain bikes and an enclosed grassy area for ball games, and a separate games room. There is also a sauna. The ‘Lavanderia’ is a separate room which houses a washing machine and ironing facilities.
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Further Details |
The original farmhouse has been divided to form two individual villas, Casa Lara and Casa Rosa. Each sleeps 4 adults and has its own outside seating area, and the 2 villas can be integrated to create a house which sleeps up to 9 people. Casa Elena also sleeps 4/5. The properties can be rented individually or altogether for larger groups.
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Conditions of
Rental |
Minimum rental period is one week and the changeover day is Saturday. Guests are requested to arrive between 5pm and 8pm and to leave on the day of departure by 10am. A deposit of 50% is payable upon booking and the balance is due 6 weeks before the rental is due to commence. If a cancellation is made more than 6 weeks before rental, only the deposit will be lost. If there is less than 6 weeks notification, the full amount will be lost (only 10% of the cost will be payable if the house is rented again). A damage deposit may be required, guests are expected to leave the accommodation clean and tidy, and heating is not included in the rates. The swimming pool is open from the middle of May to the middle of October.
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Other Information |
Child Friendly / Other rental properties on site
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What visitors have said about Malfiano |
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We have stayed at Malfiano many times over the last eight years and will be back again this August. The Property is owned by the Lucarelli family who are an absolute delight, so kind and caring. Their wine, olive oil and produce are waiting for your arrival in the Gite of your choice and yes the Chianti keeps coming during your stay!!! The position of the properties, vineyards and olive groves is truly amazing, fabulous views towards Arezzo
and the Val Di Chiana. You will need a car to get about to shop and find the extremely good local restaurants. Malfiano is about a mile and a half from the historic village of Civitella and five miles from supermarkets. This is a very special place to relax peacefully by the lovely pool or private gardens far from the madding crowd. A real find, full of old world rustic charm. (not in the least bit modern).
Keith & Valli 
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We have been to Malfiano four times over the past 5 years. It is a magical place if you want peace and tranquilly and the experience of living on a working vineyard. The accommodation is basic and rustic, but comfortable; which means that you don’t have to worry about it and can focus your energy on relaxing by the lovely pool or simply sitting in the Tuscan sunshine. It is an ideal escape from the world but a car is essential to visit the supermarket (20 minutes drive into Arezzo) or easy day trips to Siena, Florence, Cortona, San Sepulcro. There are numerous charming villages all around and the people are very friendly and hospitable. The food and wine generally are excellent and Beppe (your host) provides you with ample amounts of his own wine free of charge to help you relax and enjoy yourself. There is also a games room within one of the farm buildings and this provides respite from the searing heat and has plenty to keep the family occupied. What makes Malfiano a unique destination is the warm welcome and being part of the Italian family and way of life.
Stephen & Ellen
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I just love to sit on the balcony (casa Elena) in the warm sunshine and watch the view. It is wonderful.
Jun 2011
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