Casalberna is nestled in the Unesco site of the Val d’Orcia area near the pretty and historic thermal spring town of San Casciano dei Bagni located in southern Tuscany. The property is 2km from the town and only a 15-20 minute walk, enjoyable ebike trip or a short drive.
The space
GROUND FLOOR
The ground floor rooms with standout vaulted brick ceilings were once where animals lived while the farmers lived upstairs. Today, these rooms are spacious living areas furnished with comfortable lounges for relaxing, reading and entertaining. Additional furniture pieces and artworks collected over 30 years together have also made their way to their new Italian base. These open plan rooms look out on to vast views of the rolling Tuscan hills, pool and garden.
The beautiful spacious kitchen with a 900mm wide Ilve, large fridge, travertine double sink, walk-in pantry and island bench positioned in the center lends itself to preparing delicious meals with local Tuscan ingredients including the vegetable and fruit produce from the kitchen garden. An indoor traditional Tuscan BBQ is perfect for cooking on winter evenings.
There is a study positioned between the dining and living rooms and is a fabulous hub to work. It has a large double desk, printer and fast internet.
FIRST FLOOR
A beautiful staircase leads to the upper floor where the sleeping area of the property is located. Four majestic bedrooms with exposed wooden structural beams and elegantly styled bathrooms, offer complete comfort to every guest. High quality linen and refined fabrics characterize each room with coordinated colors and details.
A second large living room has a smart TV and can be open to the outdoors in the summer and in winter its indoor fireplace can be lit for cozy evenings.
ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATIONS
Guesthouse (Annex 1) and The Self Contained Apartment (Annex 2) with wellness retreat (gym and sauna)
Casalberna will surprise you with its two further annexes, both of great charm and characterized by the same style and attention to detail of the main villa. This accommodation design is perfect for a large family or group of friends. The Guest House adjacent to the main property, houses 2 double bedrooms and a twin bedroom in an attic part, accessible by a spiral staircase, advisable only for two young teenagers. It has a charming shaded pergola with a large convivial table for al fresco dining and a stone barbecue. Exquisite views will delight you while you enjoy a dinner prepared by a local chef or cooking at the barbecue al fresco. .
The final hidden little gem of Casalberna is the self contained apartment where you will find a bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette, dining and lounge area. Next door is a functional gym with technogym equipment, an Auki sauna, and a mat area for pilates, yoga and relaxation.
The 12m x 6m swimming pool has one of the most exciting views of the entire region. To the left is the town of Celle Sul Rigo and to the right is the fort town Radicofani. There is a shaded sunbed area with several pool beds and nearby you will find a dedicated pool bathroom. In the early evenings guests can enjoy breathtaking sunsets and landscapes with seasonal ever changing colors.
At sunset, pour a glass of local vino and relax in the pool or read your favorite book under the shaded pergola, to fully enjoy this dream place.
The couple who bought the property have reinterpreted this 17th century farmhouse which was originally restored by British Interior Designer Mimi O’Connell and have maintained characterizing aspects including the vaulted ceilings, local terracotta tiles, exposed beams and fort like rendered walls and added elements of modernity in the artwork and furniture. Local artisans were used to create and restore interior detail and decoration.
The garden has been a big focus of the villa and offers various outdoor entertaining areas. The owners have layered and enriched the garden making the pool and entertaining areas more visually appealing. The kitchen garden from which guests can help themselves is a highlight and is filled with fruit and vegetables in the summer months.
A striking interactive marble sculpture by well renowned Studio C&C Torino is another statement feature the couple commissioned: it sits commandingly under a gracious established tiglio (linden) tree and lends itself to be laid or sat upon.
STAFF & SERVICES
INCLUDED:
Housekeeper: on site for three hours each morning Monday – Friday
Available on request for additional hours or days
Building Maintenance/Gardener: on site each day Monday - Friday
Bath linen change - One per week
Bed linen change - One per week
Cooling/heating system - Included
Water and electricity -included
Tourist tax - included
Final cleaning - included
ON REQUEST:
Driver available on demand: to pick up from airports and trains stations take guests to wine tastings
Cook: available on demand to provide catering for guests: to fill the fridge with for example pasta sauces, fresh pasta, meat and poultry dishes, BBQ vegetables cater for lunches and dinners
Pici pasta making classes on site: hosted by the housekeeper and her mother for small or large groups
When the villa is booked for 8 people, the main villa and the annex with access to the gym will be included. However, the annex with the mini apartment adjacent to the gym and the one located behind the villa will not be included. The price will be adjusted based on the number of people.
CIR CODE - 052027LTI0003
Registration details
IT052027B4PXF4DVSP
