Holiday Rental Crete Senesi Landscape located in Asciano Tuscany, Italy.

Sleeps	6
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2
Floor Area	80 m²

Sleeps

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Floor Area

80 m²

Property Description

Property Summary
This beautiful country house, situated in a resort just 4 kilometers from the center of Asciano and 30 kilometers from Siena, offers a picturesque vacation rental experience. Boasting four apartments, it is nestled in a tranquil and sun-drenched position atop a hill. Guests can indulge in the shared garden, complete with lush lawns and plants, as well as a sizable 9 x 15-meter swimming pool with a depth ranging from 90 to 160 cm, available seasonally from April 23 to October 8. Enjoy the convenience of garden furniture, a barbecue area, and on-site parking.

Outdoors
Immerse yourself in the great outdoors at this charming country house. Relax in the shared garden, adorned with manicured lawns and vibrant plants, offering a serene retreat. Take a refreshing dip in the large swimming pool, measuring an impressive 9 x 15 meters with a depth ranging from 90 to 160 cm, accessible during the season from April 23 to October 8. Embrace alfresco dining with the provided garden furniture and barbecue facilities.

Other Information
This vacation rental offers added conveniences for a comfortable stay. Enjoy the central heating system and a shared washing machine on the premises. Please note that heating is available for an additional fee, payable on-site, and is operational from November 1 to April 15. The property is accessible by motor vehicle via an unmade road spanning 3.5 kilometers. Essential amenities like shops, groceries, and a supermarket are conveniently located just 4 kilometers away, along with the Asciano railway station. For those seeking relaxation, the Rapolano Terme thermal baths are a mere 15 kilometers from the property.

Distances and Attractions
Ideally positioned for exploring the surrounding area, this holiday rental offers proximity to various attractions. Montalcino, a charming town, is 35 kilometers away, while Pienza and Arezzo are 40 and 55 kilometers away, respectively. Florence, a cultural gem, is within reach at 100 kilometers, and San Gimignano, renowned for its medieval towers, is 74 kilometers away. Montepulciano, a picturesque wine town, is 60 kilometers from the property. Please note that a car is recommended for guests to fully experience the region's offerings. The owner resides on the same property, making it a family-friendly option.

Interior Description

Unit Layout
You will be staying in a 4-room apartment situated on the first floor, offering a stunning view of the Crete Senesi landscape. The apartment has a comfortable and rustic interior design with a spacious open-plan living/dining room featuring a flat-screen satellite TV and gas heating. There are two double bedrooms and one room with two beds, providing ample space for families or groups of friends. The kitchenette is fully equipped with modern amenities such as four hot plates, a mini-oven, a dishwasher, a toaster, a freezer, and an electric coffee machine.

Amenities Included
The apartment comes equipped with two showers/bidet/WC and gas heating for your comfort. Additionally, you can enjoy the convenience of an iron and free WiFi access throughout the vacation rental. Other amenities included are a washing machine, barbecue, dishwasher, satellite TV, heat available, and a television, accommodating a maximum capacity of 6 guests.

Other Information
This apartment offers a peaceful and picturesque retreat in a tranquil setting, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a relaxing vacation. The stunning views of the Crete Senesi landscape, combined with the comfortable and well-equipped interior, create a truly serene atmosphere. Whether you plan to explore the local area or simply unwind in the tranquil surroundings, this apartment serves as the perfect base for your Tuscan adventure.

Location Asciano, Tuscany, Italy

Points of Interest

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Places near the property(Distances as the crow flies)

Airports: Firenze Peretola, 67.4 Km

Read More About The Asciano Area

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Tuscany has a famously beautiful landscape that is often imagined as soft and pretty, all rolling hills topped by medieval walled towns and winding roads lined by cypress trees. However, in addition to these lovely pastoral panoramas, the region of Tuscany also boasts some more dramatic landscapes that are no less beautiful and perfect for hiking in order to work hard for the pay off of a truly astounding view at the end. While we may all be stuck inside right now and unable to actually go and explore these beautiful different kinds of Tuscan landscapes and take on those challenging and rewarding hikes for ourselves right now, we can browse this list of some of the best views in Tuscany, take them in (without the sweating, for now), and look forward to adventures to be had sometime soon in the future!

Go on a lovely day trip to the charming little town of Asciano situated within the Crete Senesi area of Tuscany. It’s located beside the River Ombrone, only thirty kilometres from Siena city.

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Asciano dates back to Etruscan times when settlements first took place here and archaeologists have discovered remains of subsequent civilisations that dwelled in Asciano. A 5th century Etruscan tomb was uncovered here as was the ruins of a Roman style mosaic pavement and baths.

The Crete Senesi presents the most iconic and beautiful of Tuscan landscapes, those that one sees on postcards and in travel guides. These are the rolling hills, the hilltop towns made of stone, the long and lonely country roads lined by proud and tall cypress trees, the golden fields of hay, and the broiling fog sweeping over it all in the mornings, only to clear away and reveal infinite vistas across the whole thing by afternoon. These are the images of Tuscany that have captured the minds and hearts of so many over the centuries and continue to do so. If you have found a vacation rental in Tuscany, no matter where you are staying, in the countryside or a city, you should make sure to hop in a car, venture out into that landscape and take the magic perfection of it in for yourself.

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2. Visit her Museums

Speaking of the fine exterior of the Civic Archaeological and Sacred Art Museum is attractive, the collections held inside are also appealing. It houses archeological finds dating from antiquity and art dating from the thirteenth to the eighteenth centuries. Everything inside is from the surrounding area but the sacred art section is particularly noteworthy quality, boasting a wooden crucifix by Giovanni Pisano, the Triptych of Rofeno by Ambrogio Lorenzetti, and the great masterpiece that is the Nativity of the Virgin Mary by the “Maestro dell’Osservanza”, among others. In addition to this, there is the Cassioli Museum, which was established in 1991 with an extraordinary bequest of artworks by the family of artist Amos Cassioli. It is the only museum in the province of Siena that is dedicated entirely to Sienese paintings from the fourteenth century and also boasts excellent graphics and sculpture sections.

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Crete Senesi Landscape

Superb vacation home with WIFI, pool, TV and parking

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Location Asciano, Tuscany, Italy

Points of Interest

Places near the property(Distances as the crow flies)

Read More About The Asciano Area

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