Description
Truly a masterpiece of creative design, this elegant villa blends the comfort and quality of modern living with the beauty of traditional architecture to create a little piece of luxury in the heart of Tuscany!
A part of a vast estate in the infamous Chianti region, Villa Morino sits in a charming and isolated meadow amid the rolling hills of Tuscany. With its stone exterior walls, beamed ceilings and cotto floor tiles, Morino embodies much of the typical Tuscan country style, with a few contemporary upgrades and a little loving restoration. The beautiful villa consists of three separate buildings - the main villa, cottage and a barn. There are six bedrooms in the villa, two in the cottage and a further two in the barn and one in the studio.
The main villa can be found tucked away among the mulberry and olive trees. Upon entry, you are welcomed by the vast open plan kitchen and dining area. Embodying a traditional style within a more modern design, this is the true heart of the house, with a vast dining table for up to 14, all the latest mod cons, beautiful artwork, large windows and patio doors at both ends, with a large central island to allow plenty of helping hands in the kitchen. The patio doors lead to a wonderful terrace with a dining area, perfect for al fresco lunch in the sunshine. The living room, alongside the kitchen/dining space, has two cosy sofas, a few coffee tables, well-stocked bookshelves and an elegant fireplace, and is framed by the beautifully traditional wooden beams that run across the ceiling. There is a satellite TV and DVD player in here for some light entertainment on the cooler evenings.
Two of the bedrooms are on this ground floor, with the other four on the first-floor. All six air-conditioned bedrooms feel both luxurious and modern, whilst reflecting the age of the old farmhouse, with traditional wooden furniture and wooden beams overhead and each with an en-suite shower or bathroom.
The cottage, just a few metres away, surrounded by an array of cherry and fig trees, demonstrates a similar blend of modern and traditional touches, with an invigorating colour palette bringing each room to life. In the stunning living room there is a vintage writing desk, open fireplace, well-stocked bookshelves, set of comfortable sofas and chairs and a stunning centrepiece of a grand piano. The thoroughly traditional kitchen has a huge range cooker, large central island and everything you could need for cooking up a delicious meal. Both bedrooms are on the first-floor and have en-suite facilities.
The rose covered barn features a lounge plus two double bedrooms and two bathrooms on a mezzanine level and can accommodate up to four guests.
The expansive grounds of endless flower beds and manicured lawns include plenty of beautiful facilities, including an elegant swimming pool, a modern, well-equipped air-conditioned gym and a superb, relaxing Turkish bath for your private use. There are a few different relaxation areas, including dining tables, sofas, chairs, loungers etc. across the many terraces, all set in acres of green space, perfectly maintained, with little paths weaving around one another, and a backdrop of the lovely Tuscan countryside. /n Security deposit /n Credit card details are required 2 weeks prior to departure for pre-authorisation. /n Arrival time /n 3.30 p.m. - 7.30 p.m. /n Departure time /n 10.00 a.m. /n Energy costs included? /n Yes (except heating - see below). /n Linen & towels included? /n Yes, plus mid-week change. /n Pets welcome? /n On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. If accepted, a pet supplement will apply (paid locally) - please enquire. /n Other Ts and Cs /n When minimum occupancy is booked, certain rooms may not be accessible (subject to owner's discretion) - best to enquire with us beforehand. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. /n Other Ts and Cs /n The 12-person rate includes the villa only, the 16-person rate includes the villa and cottage whilst the 20-person rate includes the villa, cottage and barn. Guests only have access to the specific property included in the rate. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges. /n Other Ts and Cs /n The pool is not fenced, so children should be supervised when outdoors.
/n Other Ts and Cs /n Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Please note that a rate without daily breakfast served at the villa is also available - please enquire. /n Changeover day /n Saturday. /n End of stay cleaning included? /n Yes, plus mid-week clean. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit.
/n Smoking Allowed? /n Outside only. /n Minimum stay /n 7 nights (mid-May to early September/Xmas and NY/Easter week) and 3 nights at other times. Short stays are on request. /n Heating costs included? /n No, extra €350 per week, paid locally. /n Tax /n Italian Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€3 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required). /n Internet access? /n Wi-Fi connection included. /n Pool opening dates? /n The swimming pool is open approximately mid-April to mid-October. Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming. /n Property Licence Number /n CIN: IT048021B5Z76KLPWG
