VILLA ADRIANA
Chianti, Tuscany
Sleeps 17+1 in 3 accommodations, each with private entrance from inner courtyard; beautiful grounds and views, swimming pool
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Villa Adriana is set in the heart of Chianti, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. Originally built as a convent during the 13th century, the property has been lovingly restored by its current owners, who add to the charm. Beamed ceilings, terracotta floors, and antique furnishings preserve a sense of history. Interior spaces are warm and welcoming. Lace-curtained windows overlook breathtaking views of the Chianti countryside and there are many spots to relax or dine al fresco outdoors. Built around an interior courtyard, Villa Adriana is like its own tiny village and is divided into three separate accommodations, each with private entrance, which makes it flexible for groups large and small.

Art lovers will be fascinated by the myriad of paintings and frames that adorn Villa Adriana. One of the owners is a painter who also restores paintings and creates traditional scraffito frames that add to the ambience.

The villa is well located and easy to reach, at the end of a quiet unpaved road. Nearby Tavernelle (5 minutes) has grocery shops, a choice of wonderful restaurants and one of our favorite Italian coffee bars. Start the morning with a frothy cappuccino and one of their incredibly delicious cornetti. Nearby Marcialla is home to a summer music festival, and within easy reach are Bargino, San Casciano, San Donato, and the famous villages along the ancient Chianti wine road. Florence is an easy drive, just 25 minutes to the Porta Romana.

A large swimming pool (15 x 7 meters) overlooks the picturesque setting, with changing rooms, shower, lounge chairs and umbrellas. A BBQ and pizza oven add to the fun. Each accommodation is furnished with satellite TV, and laundry facilities are available on the premises. Le Suore and Vescovo have wireless internet access.

LE SUORE (sleeps 9+1; ground and 2nd floors)
Ground floor:

• Spacious dining room with large open fireplace, cathedral ceilings and large antique farm table; opens onto garden and kitchen
• Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and breakfast table

Second floor:

• Formal living room with brocaded antique furniture, large open fireplace, patio doors leading to interior courtyard steps
• 1 double bedroom, en suite bath with shower
• 1 double bedroom with private entrance from the courtyard
• 2 double bedrooms
• 1 single bedroom (extra bed can be added on request)
• 2 bathrooms (one with shower, one with tub)

The double bedrooms are furnished with twin beds that can be made up separately or together. View Availability

IL VESCOVO (sleeps 6, 2nd and 3rd floors)

• Living room with comfortable furniture, pleasant dining area and open fireplace
• Spacious and beautiful kitchen with dishwasher and breakfast table
• 1 double bedroom, en suite bath with shower
• 1 double bedroom
• 1 bathroom with tub, stall shower, double sinks
• Wonderful tower bedroom with splendid views from every window, reached by way of stairs from the living room

Beds can be made up as twins or "matrimoniale." View Availability

I FRATI (sleeps 2, 2nd floor)

• Cozy living room with dining area and fireplace
• Kitchen with breakfast table
• 1 double bedroom
• 1 bathroom with shower

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Guests with animal allergies should be aware that there are cats on the property.

2009 Prices

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