PODERE BELVEDERE 6

Toscana - Arezzo - MONTEVARCHI

Description:

PRIVATE STRUCTURE (Lease only). Podere Belvedere is located on a hill 529 m above sea level in a fantastic sunny position with a beautiful view of the valley below. The structure is a characteristic stone house which has maintained unaltered the style of Tuscan country houses. The rooms, with colourful walls, are furnished in vintage style with antique furniture. The floors are in terracotta. Podere Belvedere has two floors connected by a wooden staircase. The exposed stone walls, both outside and inside, render the ground floor living room particularly characteristic. All the rooms have a convenient French window leading directly out to the garden or to the fully-equipped solarium where you can relax in the surrounding greenery. The top floor is dedicated to the sleeping area where each bedroom has a window with a breathtaking view. Located in Moncioni, an old castle, Podere Belvedere offers an opportunity for guests to stroll through the characteristic alleys of the small borgo and for hikers,to explore different routes between spectacular castles and typical borghi, all surrounded by nature. On the border between Valdarno and Chianti, the property allows you to move around easily to visit numerous places such as Arezzo, Siena, Florence and to organise tastings of typical products and the renowned wine of Chianti.

PODERE BELVEDERE 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:

The house, on two floors, is furnished in vintage-style with antique furniture. The entrance to the house is adjacent to the solarium. A hallway leads, on the left, to the living room furnished with sofa, fireplace and flat screen satellite TV and, up three steps on the right, to a small corridor with, on the left, a bathroom with shower and then on to the open-plan living area with dining room with fireplace and kitchen with central island. The floor is completed by a double bedroom and the laundry room. French windows in the living rooms and kitchen lead out to the solarium and the furnished portico on the pool side. From the entrance hall, a 14-step wooden staircase leads up to the top floor with two double bedrooms served by a bathroom with hydromassage tub.

Park:

The house is surrounded by greenery. The well-kept garden, of about 900 sq m, is adorned with cypresses, olive trees, herbs such as rosemary, beautiful roses and fruit trees, in particular an enormous kiwi. The portico, with a beautiful view over the surrounding valley, is the ideal place for al fresco meals and is equipped with table and chairs. The barbecue is located next to the swimming pool. The property is completely fenced. 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 is located next to the house and is reached up 4 steps. Measuring 10 x 5 m with a constant depth of 1.4 m, it is lined in PVC and has chlorine purification, internal lighting and 5 internal steps for access to the water. The surrounding terracotta-paved area is equipped with deck chairs, sunbeds, umbrellas and a cold-water shower.The pool is available from the last Saturday of April until the first Saturday of October.

Pets: Yes. € 50,00 per animal per week or part of week
Handicap: Not certified structure
Fenced-in property: Yes
Amenities and Features
  • air conditioning in the bedrooms
  • smart tv
  • internet wireless connection
  • dishwasher
  • kettle
  • hand blender
  • toaster
  • moka (Italian coffee maker)
  • American coffee machine
  • microwave
  • hairdryer
  • baby cot
  • high chair
  • washing machine
  • iron and ironing board
  • barbecue
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Location and distances


Podere Belvedere is located in a hilly position on the border between Valdarno and Chianti in the hamlet of Moncioni, comune of Montevarchi, about 15 km from Gaiole in Chianti. The property is rendered particularly beautiful by the panorama that embraces the typical Tuscan landscape at 360° and is surrounded by greenery but easily accessible by car. Within walking distance is the tiny borgo characterised by the presence of two typical restaurants and a shop selling local products where tastings can be organised. The nearest airport is Florence, approximately 57 km away, while the railway station in Montevarchi is approximately 8 km away. The property is also well connected given the proximity to the Valdarno exit of the A1 motorway, about 15 km away. Arezzo is about 40 minutes away by car, but other towns such as Siena, 50 km away, and Florence, 55 km away, are within easy reach. The Chianti area is also easily accessible with Gaiole in Chianti just half an hour away by car.

Airport: Firenze 57 km, Pisa 135 km, Bologna 156 km, Roma Fiumicino 273 km, Milano Malpensa 406 km
Train station: Montevarchi 8 km
Highways: A1 San Giovanni Valdarno exit 15 km
Shops and services: Moncioni 200 m, Montevarchi 8 km
Beaches: Tyrrhenian sea 170 km
Parking: 3 uncovered parking spaces outside the entrance gate
Access roads: paved road
Attractions within 100 km: Gaiole in Chianti 18 km, Arezzo 46, Siena 50 km, Firenze 55 km, Castiglione del Lago 90 Km, San Gimignano 98 km, Perugia 121 km, Lucca 132 km, Gubbio 133 km
Altitude: 529 slm

Reviews

9.2 / 10

Rating based on received reviews

Average rating

10
Overall rating
9.5
General cleanliness
9.3
Quality of pool and park cleanliness
8
Quality of furnishing and amenities

Reviews

by Dagmar Giese
Germany 9/17/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
8/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes, everything was perfect
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
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?
O.k.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
More Spions, Glases, …
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Pool and House and garden
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
No
by Regis CABOOTER
Belgium 7/30/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
The property matched our expectations with good accessibility (roads, not always the case in Italy) and a very friendly welcome by the concierge. The property doesn't have the most modern look inside, but everything is there (e.g. airco in de bedrooms was very welcome) and you have a beautiful view on de garden. The swimming pool is spacious and tidy, and surrounded by a terrace with sun loungers and parasols. The garden with panoramic view on the valley is more extensive than you would expec
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
9/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Price-quality is ok
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Perfect
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Accessible and clear website ; good communication and follow-up
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
None
by Michael Persberg
Sweden 7/24/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
8/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes indeed!
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
9/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
It matched our overall expectations and the amazing view was ”priceless” so other small things were ”forgiven”.
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 factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
We foundation it online and liked the properties and the website.

Minimum Stays

Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
2/27/2024 - 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 - 1/3/2026 4 Nights Everyday

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  • extra cleaning in case of animals (€ 50.00 per animal per week or part of week).
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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;
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  • Reimbursement of medical expenses;
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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:
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  • Advance for expenses for basic necessities;
  • Guarantee for extra medical expenses;
  • Extended stay guarantee;
  • Hospitalisation allowance;
  • Travel fee reimbursement.

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  • 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;
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  • 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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