Arniano

Arniano is a wonderful and much loved family home, decorated and furnished with a wonderful mixture of Bohemian chic Italian style, whilst effortlessly combining quintessentially English touches. Its spectacular panoramic views and location in the glorious countryside south of Siena, within easy reach of Southern Tuscany's most desirable hill towns, makes Arniano a rare find.

This charming Tuscan farmhouse has been lovingly converted by its interior designer owner into an unusually light and airy property. Walking into the elegant hallway, with its wide staircase leading to the first floor, a contemporary painting by a well known Kenyan artist looks equally well at home with family pictures and a battered panama elegantly draped on a walking stick!

A hugely elegant sitting room running the full width of the house provides a fabulous entertaining area, the centrepiece being a huge working fireplace surrounded by deeply comfortable white sofas, an ecclectic mix of artefacts and paintings, and a massive tapestry on the wall. From here, is a very large kitchen and dining area that must be the dream of all who imagine their perfect kitchen in the sun! Two French doors lead to a wisteria covered pergola and courtyard for breakfast in the shade, with a further shaded area for the alternative venue for lunch. Large bathrooms, and the divine bedrooms are decorated and furnished in the owners distinctive style, understatedly grand, with the master bedroom suite being particularly comfortable.

Outside, the house is surrounded by garden and lawns, with several sitting areas, and endless corners to sit, snooze or read. Yet another “outside room” a converted barn complete with chandelier, has steps leading down to a formal area surrounded by lawns and a particularly large (fenced) pool, from which there are views to die for. Nearby, a fabulous shaded area with pergola, comfy day beds, wicker chairs, and low table has a distinctly Moroccan feel to it.

The space and diversity of its endless living areas, both inside and outside, means that guests will be reluctant to leave, luxuriating in spending their days just savouring the experience.

However, for those that want to explore, Siena, glorious hill towns like the Brunello town of Montalcino are within easy reach. There are classical music concerts throughout the summer, and nearby Murlo has a famous Etruscan site.

Facilities

Washing Machine, Dishwasher, Microwave, Satellite TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Telephone, Fax (payable locally), WiFi (both in and outside the house),  Barbecue, Heating (payable locally).

Children's Facilties

A cot and high chair are available on request.

Private Pool

14m x 6m, 1.1m - 2.2m deep with built-in steps and with pool house - the pool is open from mid May until mid September. Outside these dates, the pool can be opened on request for an extra charge.

Welcome Provisions Included

A welcome gesture to offer you a drink after your journey; tea or coffee and biscuits, wine or juice and a snack. They are not sufficient for an entire meal. Owners will also generally leave a few other items such as some salt, sugar, oil, bin bags and toilet paper.

Food Hamper

Can be arranged for an additional cost and service charge payable locally. For guests who are arriving late or who recognize they may be delayed and arrive with no time to do shopping. Shops are shut on Sundays, so the aim of the Food Hampers is to provide two light meals and two breakfasts, to allow guests to go out for one meal, then do more shopping on Monday. We can adapt these hampers to take into account allergies, dislikes and dietary requirements, or according to whether there are children in the party.

Cook Service

Is available on request. This service can be arranged for an additional cost, payable locally. For guests who are arriving late or who recognize they may be delayed and arrive with no time to do shopping. Shops are shut on Sundays, so the aim of the Food Hampers is to provide two light meals and two breakfasts, to allow guests to go out for one meal, then do more shopping on Monday. We can adapt these hampers to take into account allergies, dislikes and dietary requirements, or according to whether there are children in the party.

Maid Service

3 hours, 5 days per week including Saturday changeover day

Tenancy Times

Tenancies commence at 16:00 hours on the day of arrival and villas are to be vacated by 10:00 hours on the day of departure.

Your Location

Airports

Florence approximately 1 hour, Pisa approximately 2 hours, Rome approximately 3 hours drive time

Amenities

Shops/restaurants at Buonconvento 15 minutes, larger shops at Siena 40 minutes, Tennis at Vescovado 10 minutes.

Mainline Station

Buonconvento 15 minutes

Places of Interest

Pienza 25 minutes, Montepulciano 40 minutes, and Abbeys of Sant’ Antimo 40 minutes and Monte Oliveto 20 minutes (approximate driving times)

Your Accommodation

Entrance Hall • Drawing room • Kitchen/Dining room • Laundry room • Shower room/WC • Twin bedroom

First Floor: Sitting room • Master double bedroom with bathroom en suite and walk in shower • Double bedroom • Double bedroom • Twin bedroom • Twin bedroom (more suitable for children) • 2 bathrooms