CASA LA FENICE 8+2

Toscana - Pisa - Pomarance

Description:

RECEPTIVE STRUCTURE. Its name, like the bird from which it comes (the Phoenix), summarises the symbol of rebirth; and this comparison is more than appropriate considering the origins of Casa la Fenice which, from a simple country farmhouse, has been transformed, reborn, into a splendid Tuscan residence, after having undergone an important renovation which the owner was particularly keen to do, and which bears witness to the sentimental bond with these walls. We are in a lesser-known, but extraordinarily beautiful, corner of Tuscany, where the contrast, between the verdant hills and nature reserves of Berignone and Monterufoli-Caselli and the wonderful lunar landscapes endorsed by the Valle di Diavolo, stands out: with all its enchantment it offers surprising glimpses of nature manifesting itself with all its strength, giving almost an air of veiled mystery with the geothermal vents in the background. The original stone left exposed on the internal walls, the beams and terracotta of the ceilings, the bright air-conditioned rooms, each with private bathroom, and the panoramic terrace on the first floor are just some of the strong points of Casa La Fenice, where the cosy living area on the ground floor with the beautiful kitchen with marble worktop opens onto the outdoor living areas. All around, it is enveloped by a fenced garden enhanced by delightful dry-stone walls, fruit and olive trees, and embellished by numerous areas for breaks, relaxation and fun: the hydromassage tub, the barbecue area, the newly-constructed swimming pool and the numerous living and relaxation areas that will not betray the expectations of a dream stay. The house is located outside the town of Pomarance (about 1 km away), among the most representative borghi of the Alta Val di Cecina, with the Rocca Sillana dominating the natural beauty of this scenario from above. The location is perfect for enjoying privacy and tranquillity but also for exploring the splendid scenery of the Val di Cecina, a land of ancient borghi (Pomarance, Volterra, Montecatini Val di Cecina), numerous oases and nature reserves.

CASA LA FENICE HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO A CHECK-UP BY A TECHNICAL RESPONSIBLE BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF THE SEASON, TO ENSURE CONSISTENCY OF THE DESCRIPTION, ACCESSORIES LISTED ON THIS PAGE AND THEIR PRESENT STATE OF OPERATION/MAINTENANCE, TO GUARANTEE QUALITY, CLEANLINESS AND COMFORTS TO ALL CLIENTS WHO WILL STAY HERE.

Interior:

Casa La Fenice has two floors connected by an internal staircase. A few steps lead to the main entrance on the ground floor. From here a staircase leads up to the first floor and a short ramp leads into the living area consisting of a spacious, well-equipped kitchen connected to the dining room; the rooms have direct access, through French windows, to the garden and are served by a bathroom with shower. Completing the ground floor are three double bedrooms with ensuite bathroom with shower, each with outside access and not communicating internally with each other. On the first floor is a double bedroom with a small balcony, a bathroom with a chromotherapy shower, a TV room with a double sofa bed and access to the terrace and, finally, the laundry room.

Park:

The park surrounding the house extends over a flat area of about 20,000 sq m and is completely fenced. The garden around the house has lawn areas delimited by dry stone walls and enlivened by bushes of aromatic herbs, fruit trees and a sea of olive trees. In this welcoming setting are a hydromassage tub (that can be heated up to 27degrees with an extra cost) with adjacent guest bathroom, a lovely pool of water lilies, a wooden gazebo with table and relaxing sunbeds near the beautiful swimming pool, a barbecue area with wood oven and barbecue and a large portico with dining table in a convenient position at the exit of the kitchen. Past the entrance gate of the property is the parking area, close to the house entrances. Please notice that photos are taken in spring, therefore flower blossoming, and the colours of the gardens' grass could be different at the moment of your arrival at the villa.

Swimming Pool:

The swimming pool lies in the garden in front of the living area exits just a few metres away and can be reached down a ramp with a few steps. The rectangular pool, measuring 5 x 10 m with a constant depth of 1.30 m, is lined in sand-coloured PVC and has salt purification, internal lights and Roman steps for access to the water. Surrounding the pool is the sunbathing area paved in stoneware with sunbeds, umbrellas and a solar shower. The pool is available from the last Saturday in April until the first Saturday in October.

Pets: Yes. € 50,00 per animal per week or part of a week
Handicap: Not certified structure
Fenced-in property: Yes
Amenities and Features
  • air conditioning
  • satellite tv
  • bluetooth speaker
  • wi-fi internet connection
  • dishwasher
  • microwave oven
  • kettle
  • american coffee machine
  • moka (Italian coffee maker)
  • toaster
  • hand blender
  • baby cot
  • high chair
  • iron and ironing board
  • washing machine
  • dryer
  • hair dryer
  • mosquito screens
  • barbecue
  • wood oven
  • ping pong table
  • Outdoor Jacuzzi
TO DO

Location and distances


To the south of the province of Pisa and along the course of the river Cecina extends the Val di Cecina, a vast hilly land that borders the metalliferous hills on the border with Siena and descends towards the sea through the Grosseto and Livorno Maremma. The area is rich both in geothermal sources which manifest themselves in the form of boraciferous geysers in the area around Larderello (the suggestive Valle del Diavolo), and in wind farms for the production of energy. The heritage of semi-wild nature parks and countless, perfectly preserved, medieval borghi, of great historical and artistic importance, make it an ideal destination for a complete holiday in all respects. The unique landscape of the Balze di Volterra, which extends over a large area and is characterised by typical gullies (rock formations), is spellbinding. Casa la Fenice is reached along a pleasant country road that crosses Pomarance, a borgo of medieval origins perched at 370 m above sea level. The castle-like structure and the old walls that surround the historic town centre bear witness to its warlike past. The 12th century Romanesque church, the elegant 19th century buildings and refined theatres, the alleys and well-maintained squares, together with shops and restaurants enliven the historic centre. In the surroundings you can find the remains of fortresses, such as the Rocca Sillana (among the most significant examples of military architecture) with its unique viewpoint, and many small villages perched on hills (Libbiano, San Dalmazio, Serrazzano).

Airport: Pisa 92 km, Firenze 102 km, Bologna 192 km, Roma Fiumicino 267 km, Milano Malpensa 420 km
Train station: Cecina 34 km, Pontedera 50 km
Highways: Freeway Siena-Firenze - Exit Colle Val d'Elsa nord 48 km
Shops and services: Pomarance 1,2 km
Beaches: Tyrrhenian Sea - Marina di Cecina 39 km, Castiglioncello 49 km (Livorno coast); Lido di Camaiore 117 km, Forte dei Marmi 124 km (Versilia)
Parking: Inside the property
Access roads: Paved up till the entrance gate
Attractions within 100 km: Larderello (Valle del Diavolo) 10 km, Libbiano 12 km, Volterra 23 km, Lajatico 31 km, Bolgheri 39 km, Colle Val d'Elsa 40 km, San Gimignano 52 km, Castagneto Carducci 58 km, Monteriggioni 52 km, Pisa 78 km, Livorno 87 km, Siena 63 km, Lucca 84 km, Montecatini Terme 90 km, Firenze 100 km
Altitude: 336 slm

Reviews

10.0 / 10

Rating based on received reviews

Average rating

10
Overall rating
10
General cleanliness
10
Quality of pool and park cleanliness
10
Quality of furnishing and amenities

Reviews

by Giuseppe Pagani
Italy 1/9/2024
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Sì pienamente
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Buono
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Gentile e cortese.
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
La soluzione proposta dal tipo di alloggio ha risposto alle nostre esigenze di gruppo.
by Ola Nordlander
Sweden 7/30/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
8/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes, but we would have liked to have more restaurants and wine yards closer to the villa. But the house and the pool was very nice. The air conditioning worked very well.
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Good
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
Nothing
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
8/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Perfect!
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Good experinces!
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
Nothing!
by Manuela Eger
Germany 7/4/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes, absolutley!
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Okay
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Best rate!
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Professionality

Minimum Stays

Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
2/28/2024 - 6/29/2024 4 Nights Everyday
6/29/2024 - 8/31/2024 5 Nights Everyday
8/31/2024 - 1/4/2025 4 Nights Everyday
Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
1/4/2025 - 6/28/2025 4 Nights Everyday
6/28/2025 - 8/30/2025 7 Nights Only Sat
8/30/2025 - 1/3/2026 4 Nights Everyday

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The price does not include:

  • Mandatory extra cleaning in case of animals (€ 50,00 per week or part of a week per animal).
  • Tourism tax (not applicable).
  • N.B. These costs, not included in the price list, will be calculated at the reservation time and due at the balance payment.

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With Emma Villas, you now have the possibility to protect your holiday thanks to a wide choice of insurance coverages and guarantees.

STAY CANCELLATION INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Included in the price)
The final price of the reservation includes the Insurance Policy for Cancellation of Stay. You can cancel and be reimbursed in the event of:
  • objectively and unambiguously documentable motivations of health or work and not foreseeable at the time of booking
  • Covid-19 infections (new)
  • a terrorist attack that has struck the place of stay (new)

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STAY CANCELLATION GUARANTEE DUE TO LOCKDOWN - by Emma Villas (Included in the price) The final price of the reservation includes also the special coverage, guaranteed by Emma Villas, in the event that you are forced to cancel your stay in the 30 days prior to the scheduled check-in date, due to the occurrence of at least one of the following Covid-19 epidemic containment measures officially imposed by the competent authorities:
  • national lockdown in Italy;
  • local lockdown in Italy regarding the area in which the booked villa is located ("red" area or impossible to reach due to official restrictions on free circulation);
  • national lockdown in your country of residence;
  • Italian local lockdown in the Client's Municipality or area of residence..

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HEALTH ASSISTANCE INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Optional) +1,5% of the rental price Not only cancellation policies, but also protection during your stay. You can choose to purchase this policy in the event you should, for the duration of your stay, want coverage for:
  • Healthcare with Operations Centre 24/7;
  • Vehicle Assistance to and from the place of stay and for the entire duration of your holiday; (zona "rossa" o impossibile da raggiungere a causa di restrizioni ufficiali alla libera circolazione);
  • Healthcare for family members left at home;
  • Reimbursement of medical expenses;
  • Repeat Trip Guarantee that reimburses the unused portion without deductible in the case of medical return home or early return home.

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COVID-19 EXTRA POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Optional) 40€ each reservation To protect against any risks caused by the Covid-19 emergency, you can purchase the Covid-19 Extra Policy which protects you in the event that you or one of your travel companions are forced to extend your stay or are unable to complete it. In the event of consequences related to the pandemic that occur during your stay, if you sign up to this policy, you can request the following services:
  • Return home;
  • Advance for expenses for basic necessities;
  • Guarantee for extra medical expenses;
  • Extended stay guarantee;
  • Hospitalisation allowance;
  • Travel fee reimbursement.

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And to protect you in the case of damage caused to the property?

ZER0DEP COVER - by EuropAssistance (Mandatory) 49€ each reservation The new "Zer0Dep" guarantee protects you and allows you to have a tranquil holiday. Zer0Dep stands for "Zero deposit"; it is an insurance coverage developed in partnership with EuropAssistance which replaces the security deposit and which is therefore mandatory. The benefits of this guarantee are: you do not pay the security deposit on arrival: neither in cash nor by immobilising a substantial amount on your credit card limit;
  • you are protected in the case of eventual damage to the property caused accidentally during your stay (up to the maximum limit of 1500 euro);
  • you avoid any dispute on the responsibility of the damage and its quantification during check-out;
  • you can enjoy your villa holiday in greater tranquillity.

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"EMMA", OUR NEW APP FOR SMART SERVICE Furthermore, from spring 2021, all our properties will be supported by Emma, a multifunctional Web-App, developed in partnership with Vikey s.r.l., that will allow you to implement:
  • online check-in (entering the required details that you did not enter when booking);
  • payment of tourist tax (where due) and eventual flat-rate payments requested (eg electricity, heating, extra cleaning for animals, etc.);
  • the purchase of additional services, hospitality (extra cleaning, in-house chef, first grocery shopping, etc.) and experiences (food and wine tours, guided tours, etc.)


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