Il Colle di Sotto

Tuscany, Italy
A Hilltop Barn in the Ceramics Town of Montelupo

If it was for the views of the Tuscan countryside alone, this property would be worth the visit. But there's so much more to it. With its beautiful exposed stone walls, warm colors, wrought-iron beds and breathtaking pools, it's a romantic setting for a perfect getaway. 

There are two houses on the site, the Cottage and the Villa. Each has its own pool. They can be rented separately or as a single property.

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The Cottage has two bedrooms, one with exposed stone walls and the other a gentle blue, both with antique iron beds. Upstairs there is an open-plan gallery with room for another two guests on a sofa bed. The cottage-style kitchen is fully equipped with all the amenities needed for a self-catered vacation, and there are two bathrooms with showers. The bedrooms have air conditioning, but the thick walls of the building (and the breezy location) mean the house is warm in the winter and cool in the summer.

One of the most striking features of this property is its large salt-water swimming pool, which blends in perfectly with the house and its setting. It offers amazing views across the Tuscan countryside, and is set in landscaped gardens and olive groves, framed by the rolling wooded hills beyond.  

New for spring 2022, the property's Villa and pool are available. Located on a Chianti hilltop, the ancient structure has been fully restored, offering stunning views of the valleys and countryside. Like the Cottage unit, it features original terracotta floors and reclaimed wooden ceilings, and showcases the best of contemporary Italian design. The villa is composed of two separate apartments, connected by an interior door, but it is rented as one property (with exceptions in low season - please inquire). 

The main floor has two large living rooms, a kitchen with arched windows and views across the valley, plus two bedrooms. Upstairs, there are two further living rooms, another kitchen, and three further bedrooms. Ceiling fans have been installed in the bedrooms and the kitchen of the first-floor apartment.

It is possible to rent the villa (10 + 1 beds) with the exclusive use of the swimming pool or rent the entire property (14 + 3 beds) with the exclusive use of two swimming pools and jacuzzi.


ADDITIONAL FEATURES

A large number of experiences are available. Choose from a special Tuscan welcome buffet of local meats, cheeses, salads and breads, guided wine tours, boat tours of Florence (with a glass of Prosecco), tours of the Tuscan hills by Vespa or vintage Fiat 500, perfume-making classes, pizza, pasta and gelato-making classes, truffle hunting, horseback riding, mountain bike excursions, and yoga classes. Also available are a babysitting service, spa treatments, and a private chef. Please inquire for the full range and for specific details.


THE TOWN OF CERAMICS 

The villa is located in Montelupo Fiorentino, just outside of the city of Florence. Montelupo is known as the Town of Ceramics as it has been known for its local pottery since the 13th century. Guests can tour the ceramics museum and visit workshops. Other things to see in Montelupo include its castle, the remains of the first Florentine military settlement dating back to the 11th century. Florence is about 12 miles from the property, while Pisa and Siena are both about 30 miles away. Tour guides are available to bring guests to nearby cities and places of special interest.

 

LOCATION

Montelupo Fiorentino, Florence, Tuscany, Italy. Montelupo is located 12 miles southwest of Florence. Nearest airport: Florence, Peretola (15 miles).


BEST TIME TO VISIT: Spring through fall

 
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Il Colle di Sotto
Tuscany, Italy
A Lovingly Restored Barn outside of Florence

With its beautiful exposed stone walls, warm colors, wrought-iron beds and breathtaking pools, this is an impossibly romantic setting for a perfect getaway. Inquire for special rates from May 13 to June 3.

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The Cottage 2 Br 2 Ba Sleeps 6 Min 4 nights
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Overview DVD player and stereo with CD player, BBQ, ceiling fans, automatic gate, car parking area and a spacious independent garden.
Kitchen Fully equipped
Pool Saltwater pool and jacuzzi, unheated
Indoor Fireplace One bundle of wood provided
Cable TV Satellite TV
Air Conditioning In bedrooms
Heating Charged by cubic meter reading (€6/Mc)
Wireless Internet Free WiFi with enhanced router
Free Parking on Premises Yes
Bedrooms 2
Bed Type Two double iron beds and one double sofa bed
Kitchen Fully equipped
Bathrooms 2
Accommodates 6
Kid-Friendly Children are welcome. Baby cot and chair on request.
Pet Friendly Well behaved toy pets are welcome for a fee of 100 euros per week.
Min. Stay 4 nights
Check-In 3:00-7:00PM
Check-Out 10:00AM
Tax €1.00 per person/per day
Sec. Deposit €300
Sec. Deposit Due Deposit required at check-in with cash
Sec. Deposit Returned Refund of deposit by owner at checkout
Cancellation Policy Strict
The guest will receive a refund if the booking is canceled within 24 hours of making the reservation (grace period). After that, the reservation is non-refundable. All refunds are subject to a credit card fee of up to 3.5%.
Notes During Peak Season season the entire property must be rented versus the Cottage and the Villa. Prices include taxes, 1 basket of firewood, weekly cleaning, weekly linen change. Prices exclude: Additional firewood - €7 per basket Daily change of Linen - €7 per person per change Daily change of Towels - €5 per person per change Extra cleaning - € 25 per hour/person Heating - by cubic meter reading (€6/Mc) Tourism tax - €1/pax/night (max 6 nights)

The swimming pool opening period is from half of May to the end of September (only during high and peak season). If somebody wants to anticipate or extend this period, it will be necessary to ask it at least 1 month in advance and there is an extra price to pay, directly to the owner, of Euro 200 a week. Pets allowed: well-behaved toy pets are allowed and can stay with their owners. For your pets, accompanied on a leash, are allowed access to all public areas, including the garden (unfenced), with the exception of pool area. Pets owners are urged to maintain and preserve the state of hygiene and decorum of the place. Extra charge, to pay directly on site at check-in, Euro 100/week per pet.

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The Villa 5 Br 6 Ba Sleeps 11 Min 7 nights
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The main floor has two large living rooms, a kitchen with arched windows and views across the valley, plus two bedrooms. Upstairs, there are two further living rooms, another kitchen, and three further bedrooms. This villa will has its own pool with Jacuzzi hydromassage area.
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Overview Has a DVD player and stereo with CD player, BBQ, ceiling fans, automatic gate, car parking area and a spacious independent garden
Cable TV Satellite TV
Air Conditioning Ceiling fans in bedrooms and kitchen
Heating Charged by cubic meter reading (€6/Mc)
Wireless Internet Yes
Pool 8.3m x 3.3m x 1.4m depth, unheated, with Jacuzzi hydromassage area
Free Parking on Premises Yes
Kitchen 1 kitchen on each floor
Indoor Fireplace Yes
Bedrooms 5
Bed Type Ground floor: 1 double, 1 queen. Upper floor: 2 queens, 2 twins
Kitchen 1 kitchen on each floor
Bathrooms 6
Accommodates 11
Kid-Friendly Families welcome. Baby cot and chair on request.
Pet Friendly Well behaved toy pets are welcome for a fee of 100 euros per week.
Min. Stay 7 nights
Check-In 3:00-7:00PM
Check-Out 10:00AM
Tax €1.00 per person/per day
Sec. Deposit €700
Sec. Deposit Due Deposit required at check-in with cash
Sec. Deposit Returned Refund of deposit by owner within 7 days after stay
Cancellation Policy Strict
The guest will receive a refund if the booking is canceled within 24 hours of making the reservation (grace period). After that, the reservation is non-refundable. All refunds are subject to a credit card fee of up to 3.5%.
Notes During Peak Season season the entire property must be rented versus the Cottage and the Villa. Prices include taxes, 1 basket of firewood, weekly linen change. Prices exclude: Additional firewood - €7 per basket Daily change of Linen - €7 per person per change Daily change of Towels - €5 per person per change Extra cleaning - € 25 per hour/person Heating - by cubic meter reading (€6/Mc) Tourism tax - €1/pax/night (max 6 nights)

The swimming pool opening period is from May to the end of September (only during high and peak season). If somebody wants to anticipate or extend this period, it will be necessary to ask it at least 1 month in advance and there is an extra price to pay, directly to the owner, of Euro 200 a week. Pets allowed: well-behaved toy pets are allowed and can stay with their owners. For your pets, accompanied on a leash, are allowed access to all public areas, including the garden (unfenced), with the exception of pool area. Pets owners are urged to maintain and preserve the state of hygiene and decorum of the place. Extra charge, to pay directly on site at check-in, Euro 100/week per pet.

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