Simona

Simona and its attractive village lie in the Chianti hills just 15 kms from Florence, in a very panoramic position with a 360 degree view of the olive groves and vineyards that are part of the extensive property. In the past the castle has hosted such distinguished people as Giacchino Rossini, Giosuè Carducci and Enrico Fermi. It has undergone a detailed restoration and offers a wonderful atmosphere of times gone by, and is furnished with antique pieces perfectly in harmony with the style of the castello. The outside areas, which are very well looked after, include an italianate garden and a swimming-pool which has the unique feature of being build partly inside the old lemon-house and partly outside. The property is very well equipped and has washing-machine, dishwasher, satellite-TV, telephone, Wifi Internet available throughout the villa. Next to the castle is a small village which is partly inhabited, and the large wine-cellars where they produce the wines from the farm and extra-virgin olive oil. They can organize special tastings in a large and attractive room. The nearest town is Pontassieve which is about 2.5 kms away, and other small villages can be reached in just a few minutes by car. Siena is about 80 kms away.

GROUND FLOOR: living-room with sofas, stereo; dining-room with table for 14 people; kitchen with oven, dishwasher, microwave oven, large fridge/freezer, American coffee machine, kettle, toaster; guests bathroom; a large games room has been created in the old oil press with TV, DVD, ping-pong table, espresso coffee machine, sofas, games table and space for up to 2 extra beds, (access to the garden from all of the rooms), bathroom and separate shower for the use of the swimming-pool. FIRST FLOOR: 1 large double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with bathtub with shower extension and separate WC; 2 twin bedrooms; 1 bathroom with hydromassage shower. SECOND FLOOR: reading-room,  1 large double bedroom with ensuite shower; 2 twin bedrooms; 1 large bathroom with shower. THIRD FLOOR: (tower) billiard room  and games table. Enclosed italianate garden with relaxation areas and dining area and a beautiful swimming-pool.