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Podere Salicotto |
Siena, Tuscany, Italy |
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Breathtaking panoramic views of rolling Tuscan hills, magnificent sunrises, fabulous sunsets and a glittering canopy of stars at night. A wonderful location for exploring Tuscany. A place in the countryside where you can come to relax and recharge your batteries, enjoy good food and wines and relax....relax... |
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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 / Sports & activity / Culture |
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Bedrooms:
| 7 |
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Guests:
| 18 |
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Catering:
| Hotel / B&B |
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General Info |
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Podere Salicotto is set in the quintessential Tuscan landscape, with rolling hills, olive groves and breathtaking vistas in an amazing silence. The property has breathtaking views of the countryside in all directions. To the south the twinkling hilltop lights of Montalcino are only 15-minute drive away. To the northwest the skyline of medieval Siena merges into magnificent golden sunsets. There are six double / twin rooms, as well as one studio apartment which can be rented on a B&B or self catering basis. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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We are in a strategic location for exploring Tuscany and part of Umbria, the neighbouring region. You can enjoy day trips to medieval and Renaissance cities/art centres (such as Florence, Siena, Arezzo, Perugia, Assisi, Montepulciano,Lucca, Pisa); to citadels, cities, towns, villages with castle,
medieval walls, fortresses such as Radda in Chianti, San Gimignano, Buonconvento, Montalcino, Pienza, San Quirico, Bagno Vignoni; to major Abbeys (these 3 are very special ones!): San Galgano, Sant'Antimo, Monte Oliveto Maggiore; to Natural Sanctuary/Reserves: Maremma and Parco dell'Uccellina. Local activities available in the vicinity include sailing (April to October), Hot air ballooning (April to October), trekking, biking, horseback riding and thermal baths. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| By car from the South - take the exit from the A1 for Chiusi-Chianciano in the direction of Montepulciano, then Pienza, San Quirico D’Orcia and Buonconvento. By car from the North -
take the exit from the A1 for Firenze-Certosa, then the Firenze-Siena highway exiting at Siena Sud and taking the SS2 Cassia road to Buonconvento. By air to Firenze or Pisa. By train or bus to Buonconvento. |
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Nearest airports:
| Florence / Perugia 80km / 100km |
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Nearest train station:
| Buonconvento 2km |
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Nearest bus stop:
| Buonconvento |
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Car Hire:
| Optional |
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Nearest restaurant:
| 300 mt |
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Nearest shop:
| Buonconvento |
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Nearest market:
| Buonconvento |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Name |
Silvia Maria Forni |
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Contact Phone No. |
+39 0577 80 90 87 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Cooking / Cycling / Horse Riding / Therapies / Walking
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Interior Facilities |
Air Con / Internet Access / Linen provided / Television
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Interior Details |
The beamed and terracotta tiled Junior Suites are airy and welcoming, full of soft Tuscan colours and furnished with simplicity but care: antiques, monogrammed sheets, air-conditioning, great showers. The 55sqm/590 ft studio apartment above the converted barn has breathtaking views of the countryside in all directions. Each room has one double bed or two singles, complete with luxurious linen and private bathroom. The rooms all have heating and air conditioning, kettles with tea, coffee and tisanes, and bathrobes and towels for the pool. The studio apartment sleeps 2-4 guests, there are not 2 separate bedrooms.It has a fully equipped kitchen corner, a spacious bathroom, one double-bed or 2 twins and a very comfortable queen sized sofa bed.
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Exterior Facilities |
BBQ / Garden / Garden Furniture / Parking / Swimming Pool / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
The garden which has tables, chairs, BBQ and a 7m x 14m salt water infinity pool with panoramic views. The pool is normally open from end April to end September. The garden and pool are shared with the other guests. Around the pool there are deckchairs and big sun umbrellas so you can while away the hours by the pool. Mountain bikes are available for your use.
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Further Details |
A selection of high quality local wines as well as extra virgin olive oil produced by the property are available in the cellar and offered for sale. Wine tours and cooking classes available from April till October. Closest village: Buonconvento, 2 km, pop. 3,200. The village contains various shops, a supermarket, banks with ATM’s, restaurants, pharmacy, a railway station and regional bus stop (Buonconvento). There is in addition a lively outdoor market every Saturday morning. Buonconvento has been classified among the most beautiful villages in Italy. It is an ancient settlement about 25 km south of Siena, along the Via Cassia, where the Arbia and Ombrone rivers meet in the heart of the magical hills of the Crete Senesi. In times gone by it was a flourishing centre, thanks to its position on the Via Francigena, one of Europe’s major routes in the Middle Ages.
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Conditions of
Rental |
50% of rental fee due on booking. Balance due on departure. Check in from 3pm. Check out by 11am. No pets. Unsuitable for children or those with mobility problems. No smoking please. Wireless access free of charge.
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Other Information |
Ideal for honeymoons / Other rental properties on site / Short breaks available / Suitable for weddings
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What visitors have said about Podere Salicotto |
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After returning from a 16 day trip in "Bella Italia" (touring the Tuscany area, Lanciano, Pescara, and Rome), I must say that our stay at the Podere Salicotto was a definite highlight of our trip! As we approached it, perched majestically upon a hilltop overlooking olive groves and rolling farmland, we knew we were in for a special treat. Upon our arrival, Paolo, our host, greeted us with a friendly smile and a tantalizing glass of red wine. Our room was clean and spacious, with all the "touches" of home: queen bed with a fluffy down comforter, heated towel racks, coffee in room and hallelujah . . . no t.v.!!! We truly appreciated the wonderful home-cooked breakfasts every morning (and delicious, freshly made cappucinos), and the fully stocked wine cellar we enjoyed every evening. Paolo and Sylvia were so helpful in organizing a guided wine tour for us (visited 3 different vineyards), as well as an amazing day of sailing on the Mediterranean aboard Paolo's beautiful sailboat.
We stayed at the Podere Salicotto for seven glorious days and would highly recommend it! It has a great central location to explore all of the surrounding towns and sights: Montalcino, Montepulciano, San Gimignano, S. Antimo, etc. After a day of exploring, it was great to come back to "our home" the Podere Salicotto and enjoy a glass of wine beside the warmth of the fireplace. For those nights we didn't care to venture too far, Buonconvento had many great restaurants to offer (especially loved I Poggioli: mussels were outstanding!) and a 10 minute drive takes you to a special castle for a fabulous dinner. Just ask Sylvia & Paolo. . . they're the best!
Canada, Nov 2010 
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Salicotti is a Beautiful, homely and magical place set in the heart of Tuscany. We loved every moment there, long walks, magical scenery...coming home was hard!
Silvia and Paulo are fantastic hosts and we felt welcome from the start. Definately a dream holiday in a dream location!
London, Nov 2010
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This B&B can not be faulted, it is relaxed, and every amenity works to perfection. The owners have thought of everything to make your stay comfortable and relaxing. It is very quiet. The pool is divine and welcome in the rolling hill side after the heat of the day. The swim with a view over the tuscan hills is magical. The breakfast is superb, local olive oils, fresh baked cakes and breads, local cheeses and cappuccinos! and nothing is too much trouble for our hosts Silvie and Paolo. They are welcoming, yet discreet. The rooms are quiet and the air con works a treat. The beds are super comfortable, its the place to go away from the crowd up on the hill yet close enough to sight see your favourite cities in Italy and pop into the old walled town for dinner. We would go back any time, just lovely.
London, Sep 2010
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