Villa Arnica A

Castellina in Chianti 3 br Vacation Rental Villa

Villa Arnica A is a characteristic and welcoming ancient tuscan country house surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. It sleeps six people. From Villa Arnica A you will enjoy a charming view of the Chianti hills. Villa Arnica A is 120 square meters (1290 square feet). It features a shared swimming pool, a private patio, a shared garden, winter heating and WI-FI Internet access.
You will be roughly 1.5 km (one mile) from Castellina in Chianti, where you will find restaurants and the shops.
To stay at Villa Arnica A you will need a car. You will be able to park it on the premises, in a reserved parking space. Please note that access to Villa Arnica A is along an 800-meter (half-a-mile) unpaved road.
Villa Arnica A is one of the holiday homes available in a small complex. Please find a general description of the complex below, and please scroll further down for a description of Villa Arnica A.

Villa Arnica A and Villa Arnica B are separate homes, both resting on the summit of a low hill surrounded by verdant woods, vineyards and olive groves. The villas are about 30 meters apart and each has a private outdoor area for their exclusive use, along with the communal garden and large swimming pool that are shared by both villas.

The two buildings were part of an old monastery dating back to the mid-15th century. The complex was lovingly restored to preserve it's antique charm. You'll be in the heart of the Chianti hills, where Tuscany's most famous wine is made, between Siena and Florence.

On the ground floor of Villa Arnica A are two spacious rooms non included in the villa rental. They're furnished for hosting parties and receptions of up to 50 people. Guests of Villa Arnica are welcome to make use of these reception rooms on request for an extra fee.

Swimming Pool
The swimming pool is 6 meters (20 feet) large by 16 meters (52 feet) long, from 1.20 meter (4 feet) to 2 meters (6.6 feet) deep. The swimming pool area is equipped with a table, chairs, sun loungers and external showers. From the swimming pool you will enjoy a gorgeous view of the Tuscan hills and of the vineyards. You will share the pool with the guests staying at the complex, at another nearby apartment. It is open from mid-May until mid-October.
Patio
The patio is 60 square meters (645 square feet) large. It is partly shaded by a pergola and by trees. It is equipped with a table and chairs. From the patio you will have a splendid view of the Valley. You will share the patio with the guests staying at the complex, at another nearby apartment.
Garden
The garden is partly shaded by olive trees and by pinetrees. It is equipped with a table, chairs and an hammock. From the garden you will enjoy a splendid view of the Valley. You will share the garden with the guests staying at the complex, at another nearby apartment.
 Patio
The patio is 15 square meters (160 square feet) large. It is partly shaded by trees. It is equipped with a table and chairs. Here you will also find a portable barbecue and a wood-fired pizza oven.
Living Room
The furnishings of the living room are cozy and comfortable, and include some antique pieces. The furnishings include a sofa , two armchairs and a desk. There is a big and age-old fireplace made of bricks. The dining table can accommodate six guests. In this room you will find a flat-screen satellite television. The room has a window with a view of the garden and of the hills.
Study
You will be able to enter the study from the corridor. The furnishings include two armchairs and a desk. The room has a window.
Kitchen
You will be able to enter the kitchen from the living room. It is equipped with a four-burner gas cooker, an electric oven, a refrigerator with freezer, a dishwasher, a microwave oven, an Italian-style coffee-maker and a kettle. The kitchen has a window with a view of the countryside and of the village.
Bedroom 1
You will be able to enter the first bedroom from the corridor. It has a matrimonial bed (160 cm/62 inches, wider than a queen-size bed). The room has a small window with a view of the garden.
Bedroom 2
You will be able to enter the second bedroom from the corridor. The ceiling is sloping and has characteristic exposed wood beams and terraccotta tiles. It has two twin beds (80 cm/32 inches).
Bedroom 3
You will be able to enter the third bedroom from the corridor. It has a matrimonial bed (160 cm/62 inches, wider than a queen-size bed). The furnishings include a desk. The room has a window.
Bathroom
The bathroom is equipped with a washbasin, a toilet and a fully enclosed shower. You will be able to enter the bathroom from the corridor.
Half-bath
The half-bath is equipped with a washbasin and a toilet. You will be able to enter it from the corridor.
Laundry room
You will be able to reach the laundry room from the patio. Here you will find a washing machine, an iron and an ironing board at your disposal.
 

The rental price includes: final cleaning; electricity; linens; towels. Available upon request:baby bed.

Local Costs: Available upon request, if desired:heating (when needed) EUR 5.00/hour.