CASALE TEATRO 10

Toscana - Pisa - LAJATICO
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
(3 doubles, 2 doubles with divisible bed)
Bathrooms: 6
(4 with shower, 2 with shower for disabled, of which en-suite bathrooms: 5)

Description:

RECEPTIVE STRUCTURE. About two kilometres separate this lovely country house from the natural amphitheatre of the Uccelliera, home of the prestigious Teatro del Silenzio, from which the house takes its name, and overlooked by the beautiful panoramic swimming pool with an amazing view over the open landscape of the Pisan hills surrounding the property and stretching away to the ancient Rocca di Pietra Cassia and the picturesque borgo of Lajatico, with the towering Torre Civica in the foreground. Casale Teatro is inspired in its form by the typical Tuscan architecture with the façade in open-face stone. The interior, characterized by warm terracotta floors and wooden ceiling beams, has two large living areas with fireplace, set up for dining and relaxation, and a well-equipped kitchen while the bedrooms are bright and cosy, all with ensuite bathroom. Surrounded by a beautiful well-kept garden, with living areas set up to take good advantage of the relaxing atmosphere of the countryside and included in a well-established, organic agritourism estate, it provides a unique opportunity for a complete vacation from all points of view, with sport and nature taking pride of place. The estate has an area of about 400 hectares, of which 100 are made up of woodland, an authentic green lung populated by native fauna in unspoilt nature. The neat rows of vines and the silvery foliage of olive groves that unfold along the property frame the many dirt-track nature trails that wind for more than 10 km and along which, with varying levels of difficulty, you can walk or bike or visit the three birdwatching stations that have been set up. Golfers can practise on the driving range, just a few metres away, organized in a truly exclusive context. The leit motiv of the entire management of the farm is the full respect of nature. Therefore the 400 hectares of land that make up the entire property are cultivated and maintained in a strictly biological form with the start of a biodynamic approach, without using any chemicals such as desiccants or pesticidesThe large property produces the best that this fortunate land can offer: extra virgin olive oil and an exquisite nectar of the purest aromas of Sangiovese which can be tasted directly in the farm cellars. At the restaurant you can taste the typical dishes with the authentic flavours of the local cuisine, prepared in the simple and genuine, traditional style. The geographical location is ideal for exploring an area rich in top quality cultural itineraries; its proximity to major roads provides easy and quick travel to the main cities of Tuscany such as Volterra, San Gimignano, Pisa, Florence, Lucca and Siena. The Etruscan Coast, along the Livorno coastline, with its splendid beaches and pristine sea, is half an hour away and just a little further on are the famous resorts of Versilia. The property borders, on one side, with Casale Fienile and, at the back, with the owners' villa, from which it is separated, so as to guarantee privacy, by a hedge screen.

CASALE TEATRO HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO A CHECK-UP BY A TECHNICAL RESPONSIBLE BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF THE SEASON, TO ENSURE CONSISTENCY OF THE DESCRIPTION, ACCESSORIES LISTED ON THIS PAGE AND THEIR PRESENT STATE OF OPERATION/MAINTENANCE, TO GUARANTEE QUALITY, CLEANLINESS AND COMFORTS TO ALL CLIENTS WHO WILL STAY HERE.

Interior:

The two-storey house has an area of about 160 sq m and, due to its hillside position on sloping ground, has direct access to the outside from downstairs as well. The ground floor entrance takes you into the living room with dining area, directly connected to the kitchen and three double bedrooms (two with divisible bed), each with ensuite bathroom with shower, one of which is regulatory for the disabled. A staircase from the kitchen leads to the porch downstairs. From the porch a French window leads into an apartment composed of a living area with kitchenette and two double bedrooms with ensuite bathroom with shower. An additional bathroom with shower (regulatory for the disabled), with access from the porch, houses the laundry area.

Park:

About 800 sq m of park surround the house, delimited on one side (which borders the other house) by a hedge screen. In the beautiful well-kept garden, enriched with many colourful blooms and bushes of broom that alternate with young cypress and olive trees dotted along the driveway and framing the pool area, is a gazebo with table and chairs for alfresco meals. A few metres away, near the swimming pool, is a brick-built structure with barbecue. For relaxing in the cool shade is the lounge area set up under the wide downstairs porch. The property has two parking areas, one in front of the main entrance and the second in front of the downstairs porch, accessed directly from the entrance gate (shared with Casale Fienile). Please notice that photos are taken in spring, therefore flower blossoming, and the colours of the gardens' grass could be different at the moment of your arrival at the villa.

Swimming Pool:

The swimming pool is sited in an area of the garden that offers a beautiful view over the Rocca di Pietra Cassia, the Teatro del Silenzio and Lajatico, perfectly integrated into the surrounding rural landscape and just 10 m from the house. The pool, with Roman steps, measures 4 x 8 m with a constant depth of 1.10 m. The border is in wood and it is lined in PVC. All around is the sunbathing area, in stone around the pool and then in grass around that, equipped with comfortable sunbeds. In the area is a cold-water shower, a brick-built structure with barbecue and a dining table, protected by a shady gazebo. The pool has chlorine purification and is open from the last Saturday in April until the first Saturday of October.

For more technical details and layout of spaces, see "Planimetries"
Pets: On request
Handicap: Uncertified Structure
Fenced-in property: No
CIN CODE: IT050016B5N8G6M46J
REGIONAL IDENTIFICATION CODE: 050016AAT0001
Amenities and Features
  • Air conditioning in the bedrooms and in the dining room
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • stereo with CD player
  • WI-FI internet connection
  • dishwasher
  • microwave
  • kettle
  • American coffee machine
  • moka coffee machine
  • toaster
  • baby cot
  • high chair
  • iron and ironing board
  • washing machine
  • hair dryer
  • mosquito screens in the bedrooms
  • stone barbecue in pool area
  • socket adapter
  • golf driving range
  • golf clubs
  • golf balls rental (€2
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Location and distances


The property is located about three kilometres from the old borgo of Lajatico which, naturally bordered by the stream Sterza and the rivers Era and Ragone, dominates from the top of the hill on which it stands, the area in which the Val d'Era and the Val di Cecina join together, creating a natural landscape of great beauty. The territory is mostly covered by woods and pine forests, most of which are viable, ideal for outdoor sports enthusiasts. Not to be missed are the many beautiful walking routes through some of the most exciting landscapes in the vicinity of the house; among these we mention the Percorso del Silenzio (Path of Silence) which, passing by the Teatro del Silenzio (Theatre of Silence), joins up with that of the Quercia al Santo (Saint's Oak), numbered among the most beautiful avenues of cypress trees in the territory. In Lajatico (with bank, post office and shops) and in all its territory you can admire much historical and artistic evidence, all perfectly preserved, like the Civic Tower, with the clock and the same bell that has continued to sound the passage of time in the town since 1279, or the Praetorian Palace and the Church of San Leonardo which date back to the thirteenth century. The Rocca di Pietra Cassia (bordering on the property on one of the further sides), located on a hillside at 530 m above sea level and dating back to medieval times, is one of the most important architectural monuments, impressive in all its grandeur. Thanks to its strategic central location, the area is easily accessible from the airports in the region (Pisa is 45 km away and the airport of Florence is about 83 km away) and from the main road and motorway connections. The nearest railway station is in Pontedera (30 km away), on the Pisa-Florence line. There are many tourist and seaside resorts just a short distance away, such as Volterra, Pisa, Florence, Lucca, and the little towns in the northern part of the Province of Siena (San Gimignano, Greve and Radda in Chianti). A 200 m walk along the dirt road inside the property will take you to the entrance of the agritourism centre in which the structure stands, an incredible reference point for taking advantage of the many benefits of the place and a chance to spend your time well. The food and wine, strictly organic, such as honey, oil, and wine (Chianti of the Pisan hills) take the pride of place of what is produced on the farm and can be tasted on the spot. Inside a structure obtained from the renovation of a 15th century farm, originally attached to the prestigious Fattoria dei Principi Corsini of Florence, is the seat of the reception and the bar-restaurant, where guests can have breakfast, buy fresh bread (by reservation) or sample the culinary specialities made from typical local products. At the reception you can find out about where to go and about which folk festivals and artistic events will be happening during your stay. Among other things, we mention the possibility of booking a tour with an experienced, multi-lingual guide to the town of Volterra, accompanied by a wine tasting and sampling of typical local products (most of which are produced on the farm) set up in an exclusive context, an elegant room in one of the apartments of Palazzo Maffei, an historic 15th century building which stands right in the town centre. Besides the use of the golf driving range inside the property, experienced golfers can also book (taking advantage of a 10% reduction on the green fee) themselves into the prestigious 27-hole golf course of Castelfalfi, less than half an hour away.

Airport: Pisa 45, Firenze 83km, Roma Fiumicino 326km, Milano Malpensa 382km
Train station: Pontedera 30km
Highways: Coming either from North and South: A1 exit Firenze Scandicci and freeway S.G.C. Firenze - Pisa - Livorno exit Pontedera 27,5km; coming from Pisa: freeway S.G.C. Firenze - Pisa – Livorno exit Ponsacco 27km
Shops and services: Lajatico 3km
Beaches: Tyrrhenian Sea - Castiglioncello 43km; Marina di Cecina 48km
Parking: 10 no covered parking places inside the property
Access roads: 600m of unpaved road
Attractions within 100 km: Teatro del Silenzio 2km, Volterra 17km, San Gimignano 30km, Pisa 49km, Lucca 57km, Montecatini Terme 63km, Greve in Chianti 67km, Radda in Chianti 72km, Firenze 83km, Viareggio 83km, Forte dei Marmi 89km
Altitude: 127 slm

Reviews

9.4 / 10

Rating based on received reviews

Average rating

10
Overall rating
9.7
General cleanliness
9.7
Quality of pool and park cleanliness
8
Quality of furnishing and amenities

Reviews

by Eveline Krause
Germany 9/9/2024
What is your opinion on the quality of the property?
8/10
How do you value the property amenities and furniture?
8/10
What is your opinion on the quality of the garden and the pool?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Yes
What is your overall opinion of your holiday?
8/10
How would you rate our customer service (including check-in/out)?
8/10
by Anonimo
8/25/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
8/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Si
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
8/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Ottimo
by Anonimo
7/6/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes it did it was a beautiful property in a stunning location. Giancarlo and Giovanni were excellent hosts.
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
I think it was a fair price.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Used previously
by Anonimo
6/20/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
by Anonimo
5/30/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
For the beauty of the area it was fair.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
None.
by marco pastorino
Italy 9/13/2021
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
sostanzialmente equo per la bellezza dell'area, per la gentilezza del Proprietario (persona davvero squisita)
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
tutto molto semplice e lineare.
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
la vasta gamma di proposte
by Oliveri Giorgio snc
Italy 7/29/2021
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
8/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Molto buono, considerando il periodo di fine giugno.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Cortese e puntuale.
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
La qualità delle strutture e la conoscenza del marchio.
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
No.

Minimum Stays

Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
4/5/2024 - 1/4/2025 5 Nights Everyday
Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
1/4/2025 - 6/28/2025 5 Nights Everyday
6/28/2025 - 8/30/2025 7 Nights Only Sat
8/30/2025 - 1/3/2026 5 Nights Everyday

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The price includes:


The price does not include:

  • Tourism tax (€ 1,00 per person per day for the first 5 days. Please note that children under 12 years old will not pay).
  • Mandatory extra cleaning in case of animals (€ 50,00 per week or part of a week per animal).
  • Security Deposit € 500.00 for extra services that can be purchased at tenuta “La Mandriola” (bar, restaurant, golf clubs and balls rental) to be paid cash or by credit card at check-in. At the end of the stay the amount will be returned if not used.

On Request:

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With Emma Villas, you now have the possibility to protect your holiday thanks to a wide choice of insurance coverages and guarantees.

STAY CANCELLATION INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Included in the price)
The final price of the reservation includes the Insurance Policy for Cancellation of Stay. You can cancel and be reimbursed in the event of:
  • objectively and unambiguously documentable motivations of health or work and not foreseeable at the time of booking
  • Covid-19 infections (new)
  • a terrorist attack that has struck the place of stay (new)

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HEALTH ASSISTANCE INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Optional) +1,5% of the rental price Not only cancellation policies, but also protection during your stay. You can choose to purchase this policy in the event you should, for the duration of your stay, want coverage for:
  • Healthcare with Operations Centre 24/7;
  • Vehicle Assistance to and from the place of stay and for the entire duration of your holiday; (zona "rossa" o impossibile da raggiungere a causa di restrizioni ufficiali alla libera circolazione);
  • Healthcare for family members left at home;
  • Reimbursement of medical expenses;
  • Repeat Trip Guarantee that reimburses the unused portion without deductible in the case of medical return home or early return home.

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And to protect you in the case of damage caused to the property?

ZER0DEP COVER - by EuropAssistance (Mandatory) 49€ each reservation The new "Zer0Dep" guarantee protects you and allows you to have a tranquil holiday. Zer0Dep stands for "Zero deposit"; it is an insurance coverage developed in partnership with EuropAssistance which replaces the security deposit and which is therefore mandatory. The benefits of this guarantee are: you do not pay the security deposit on arrival: neither in cash nor by immobilising a substantial amount on your credit card limit;
  • you are protected in the case of eventual damage to the property caused accidentally during your stay (up to the maximum limit of 1500 euro);
  • you avoid any dispute on the responsibility of the damage and its quantification during check-out;
  • you can enjoy your villa holiday in greater tranquillity.

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"EMMA", OUR NEW APP FOR SMART SERVICE Furthermore, from spring 2021, all our properties will be supported by Emma, a multifunctional Web-App, developed in partnership with Vikey s.r.l., that will allow you to implement:
  • online check-in (entering the required details that you did not enter when booking);
  • payment of tourist tax (where due) and eventual flat-rate payments requested (eg electricity, heating, extra cleaning for animals, etc.);
  • the purchase of additional services, hospitality (extra cleaning, in-house chef, first grocery shopping, etc.) and experiences (food and wine tours, guided tours, etc.)


Live your holiday in tranquillity and safety, thanks to our project "Safety Reception" (click here to download)

The following extra services are available to be purchased during the booking process.
You can start adding the services you want by selecting them in the booking box.

Food
Food Delivery - Authentic Tuscany and Umbria
Food Delivery - Authentic Tuscany and Umbria

DELIVERY ONLY ON TUESDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - The regional pairing of central Italy. A blend of traditions and interpretations of the raw materials from these incredible territories. The opportunity to taste the traditional combination of aged beef and pork with beans.
Info
€ 125.00

Food Delivery - Dining in the Great Outdoors
Food Delivery - Dining in the Great Outdoors

DELIVERY ONLY ON TUESDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - In company around a BBQ of excellent raw materials: tasty arrosticini and hamburgers of our Angus from the Italian supply chain, black pork sausages from the Sicilian Nebrodi mountains and Leonessa potatoes baked in foil. To accompany the burgers, the unfailing pane cafone, cheddar and sweet San Marzano tomato sauce. To accompany, our Amatrice spelt beer and the ever-present iced tea for the little ones.
Info
€ 170.00

Food Delivery - Glamours Aperitif
Food Delivery - Glamours Aperitif

DELIVERY ONLY ON TUESDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - The regional pairing of central Italy. A blend of traditions and interpretations of the raw materials from these incredible territories. The opportunity to taste the traditional combination of aged beef and pork with beans.
Info
€ 173.00

Food Delivery - Picnic on the Lawn
Food Delivery - Picnic on the Lawn

DELIVERY ONLY ON TUESDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - To start, tantalizing nachos with guacamole, followed by our selection of cured meats and cheeses served with hand-stretched breadsticks and chocolate brownies to finish.
Info
€ 129.00

Food Delivery - Poolside Brunch
Food Delivery - Poolside Brunch

DELIVERY ONLY ON TUESDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - An international classic that combines the relaxation of breakfast with the flavours of lunch: a brunch featuring top-quality ingredients.
Info
€ 110.00

Food Delivery - Romantic Aperitif
Food Delivery - Romantic Aperitif

DELIVERY ONLY ON TUESDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - A selection of three prestigious caviars, directly from Siberia,
to be enjoyed with 'pane carasau' bread, salted butter made from 100% Piedmontese milk, hand-rolled breadsticks and Prosecco.
A magical combination with the 'del Mago drinks' Vodka selection by Chef Marcello Trentini.
Info
€ 148.00

Food Delivery - Vegan experience in villa
Food Delivery - Vegan experience in villa

DELIVERY ONLY ON TUESDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - Discover all the taste of our vegetable products. A rich starter with tofu cheese, our sott'oli and pane cafone. First course with fusilloni from Gragnano accompanied by a yellow date sauce. To finish, tasty vegetable nuggets accompanied by lioness potatoes.
Info
€ 101.00

Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
(3 doubles, 2 doubles with divisible bed)
Bathrooms: 6
(4 with shower, 2 with shower for disabled, of which en-suite bathrooms: 5)

Description:

RECEPTIVE STRUCTURE. About two kilometres separate this lovely country house from the natural amphitheatre of the Uccelliera, home of the prestigious Teatro del Silenzio, from which the house takes its name, and overlooked by the beautiful panoramic swimming pool with an amazing view over the open landscape of the Pisan hills surrounding the property and stretching away to the ancient Rocca di Pietra Cassia and the picturesque borgo of Lajatico, with the towering Torre Civica in the foreground. Casale Teatro is inspired in its form by the typical Tuscan architecture with the façade in open-face stone. The interior, characterized by warm terracotta floors and wooden ceiling beams, has two large living areas with fireplace, set up for dining and relaxation, and a well-equipped kitchen while the bedrooms are bright and cosy, all with ensuite bathroom. Surrounded by a beautiful well-kept garden, with living areas set up to take good advantage of the relaxing atmosphere of the countryside and included in a well-established, organic agritourism estate, it provides a unique opportunity for a complete vacation from all points of view, with sport and nature taking pride of place. The estate has an area of about 400 hectares, of which 100 are made up of woodland, an authentic green lung populated by native fauna in unspoilt nature. The neat rows of vines and the silvery foliage of olive groves that unfold along the property frame the many dirt-track nature trails that wind for more than 10 km and along which, with varying levels of difficulty, you can walk or bike or visit the three birdwatching stations that have been set up. Golfers can practise on the driving range, just a few metres away, organized in a truly exclusive context. The leit motiv of the entire management of the farm is the full respect of nature. Therefore the 400 hectares of land that make up the entire property are cultivated and maintained in a strictly biological form with the start of a biodynamic approach, without using any chemicals such as desiccants or pesticidesThe large property produces the best that this fortunate land can offer: extra virgin olive oil and an exquisite nectar of the purest aromas of Sangiovese which can be tasted directly in the farm cellars. At the restaurant you can taste the typical dishes with the authentic flavours of the local cuisine, prepared in the simple and genuine, traditional style. The geographical location is ideal for exploring an area rich in top quality cultural itineraries; its proximity to major roads provides easy and quick travel to the main cities of Tuscany such as Volterra, San Gimignano, Pisa, Florence, Lucca and Siena. The Etruscan Coast, along the Livorno coastline, with its splendid beaches and pristine sea, is half an hour away and just a little further on are the famous resorts of Versilia. The property borders, on one side, with Casale Fienile and, at the back, with the owners' villa, from which it is separated, so as to guarantee privacy, by a hedge screen.

CASALE TEATRO HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO A CHECK-UP BY A TECHNICAL RESPONSIBLE BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF THE SEASON, TO ENSURE CONSISTENCY OF THE DESCRIPTION, ACCESSORIES LISTED ON THIS PAGE AND THEIR PRESENT STATE OF OPERATION/MAINTENANCE, TO GUARANTEE QUALITY, CLEANLINESS AND COMFORTS TO ALL CLIENTS WHO WILL STAY HERE.

Interior:

The two-storey house has an area of about 160 sq m and, due to its hillside position on sloping ground, has direct access to the outside from downstairs as well. The ground floor entrance takes you into the living room with dining area, directly connected to the kitchen and three double bedrooms (two with divisible bed), each with ensuite bathroom with shower, one of which is regulatory for the disabled. A staircase from the kitchen leads to the porch downstairs. From the porch a French window leads into an apartment composed of a living area with kitchenette and two double bedrooms with ensuite bathroom with shower. An additional bathroom with shower (regulatory for the disabled), with access from the porch, houses the laundry area.

Park:

About 800 sq m of park surround the house, delimited on one side (which borders the other house) by a hedge screen. In the beautiful well-kept garden, enriched with many colourful blooms and bushes of broom that alternate with young cypress and olive trees dotted along the driveway and framing the pool area, is a gazebo with table and chairs for alfresco meals. A few metres away, near the swimming pool, is a brick-built structure with barbecue. For relaxing in the cool shade is the lounge area set up under the wide downstairs porch. The property has two parking areas, one in front of the main entrance and the second in front of the downstairs porch, accessed directly from the entrance gate (shared with Casale Fienile). Please notice that photos are taken in spring, therefore flower blossoming, and the colours of the gardens' grass could be different at the moment of your arrival at the villa.

Swimming Pool:

The swimming pool is sited in an area of the garden that offers a beautiful view over the Rocca di Pietra Cassia, the Teatro del Silenzio and Lajatico, perfectly integrated into the surrounding rural landscape and just 10 m from the house. The pool, with Roman steps, measures 4 x 8 m with a constant depth of 1.10 m. The border is in wood and it is lined in PVC. All around is the sunbathing area, in stone around the pool and then in grass around that, equipped with comfortable sunbeds. In the area is a cold-water shower, a brick-built structure with barbecue and a dining table, protected by a shady gazebo. The pool has chlorine purification and is open from the last Saturday in April until the first Saturday of October.

For more technical details and layout of spaces, see "Planimetries"
Pets: On request
Handicap: Uncertified Structure
Fenced-in property: No
CIN CODE: IT050016B5N8G6M46J
REGIONAL IDENTIFICATION CODE: 050016AAT0001
Amenities and Features
  • Air conditioning in the bedrooms and in the dining room
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • stereo with CD player
  • WI-FI internet connection
  • dishwasher
  • microwave
  • kettle
  • American coffee machine
  • moka coffee machine
  • toaster
  • baby cot
  • high chair
  • iron and ironing board
  • washing machine
  • hair dryer
  • mosquito screens in the bedrooms
  • stone barbecue in pool area
  • socket adapter
  • golf driving range
  • golf clubs
  • golf balls rental (€2
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Location and distances


The property is located about three kilometres from the old borgo of Lajatico which, naturally bordered by the stream Sterza and the rivers Era and Ragone, dominates from the top of the hill on which it stands, the area in which the Val d'Era and the Val di Cecina join together, creating a natural landscape of great beauty. The territory is mostly covered by woods and pine forests, most of which are viable, ideal for outdoor sports enthusiasts. Not to be missed are the many beautiful walking routes through some of the most exciting landscapes in the vicinity of the house; among these we mention the Percorso del Silenzio (Path of Silence) which, passing by the Teatro del Silenzio (Theatre of Silence), joins up with that of the Quercia al Santo (Saint's Oak), numbered among the most beautiful avenues of cypress trees in the territory. In Lajatico (with bank, post office and shops) and in all its territory you can admire much historical and artistic evidence, all perfectly preserved, like the Civic Tower, with the clock and the same bell that has continued to sound the passage of time in the town since 1279, or the Praetorian Palace and the Church of San Leonardo which date back to the thirteenth century. The Rocca di Pietra Cassia (bordering on the property on one of the further sides), located on a hillside at 530 m above sea level and dating back to medieval times, is one of the most important architectural monuments, impressive in all its grandeur. Thanks to its strategic central location, the area is easily accessible from the airports in the region (Pisa is 45 km away and the airport of Florence is about 83 km away) and from the main road and motorway connections. The nearest railway station is in Pontedera (30 km away), on the Pisa-Florence line. There are many tourist and seaside resorts just a short distance away, such as Volterra, Pisa, Florence, Lucca, and the little towns in the northern part of the Province of Siena (San Gimignano, Greve and Radda in Chianti). A 200 m walk along the dirt road inside the property will take you to the entrance of the agritourism centre in which the structure stands, an incredible reference point for taking advantage of the many benefits of the place and a chance to spend your time well. The food and wine, strictly organic, such as honey, oil, and wine (Chianti of the Pisan hills) take the pride of place of what is produced on the farm and can be tasted on the spot. Inside a structure obtained from the renovation of a 15th century farm, originally attached to the prestigious Fattoria dei Principi Corsini of Florence, is the seat of the reception and the bar-restaurant, where guests can have breakfast, buy fresh bread (by reservation) or sample the culinary specialities made from typical local products. At the reception you can find out about where to go and about which folk festivals and artistic events will be happening during your stay. Among other things, we mention the possibility of booking a tour with an experienced, multi-lingual guide to the town of Volterra, accompanied by a wine tasting and sampling of typical local products (most of which are produced on the farm) set up in an exclusive context, an elegant room in one of the apartments of Palazzo Maffei, an historic 15th century building which stands right in the town centre. Besides the use of the golf driving range inside the property, experienced golfers can also book (taking advantage of a 10% reduction on the green fee) themselves into the prestigious 27-hole golf course of Castelfalfi, less than half an hour away.

Airport: Pisa 45, Firenze 83km, Roma Fiumicino 326km, Milano Malpensa 382km
Train station: Pontedera 30km
Highways: Coming either from North and South: A1 exit Firenze Scandicci and freeway S.G.C. Firenze - Pisa - Livorno exit Pontedera 27,5km; coming from Pisa: freeway S.G.C. Firenze - Pisa – Livorno exit Ponsacco 27km
Shops and services: Lajatico 3km
Beaches: Tyrrhenian Sea - Castiglioncello 43km; Marina di Cecina 48km
Parking: 10 no covered parking places inside the property
Access roads: 600m of unpaved road
Attractions within 100 km: Teatro del Silenzio 2km, Volterra 17km, San Gimignano 30km, Pisa 49km, Lucca 57km, Montecatini Terme 63km, Greve in Chianti 67km, Radda in Chianti 72km, Firenze 83km, Viareggio 83km, Forte dei Marmi 89km
Altitude: 127 slm

Reviews

9.4 / 10

Rating based on received reviews

Average rating

10
Overall rating
9.7
General cleanliness
9.7
Quality of pool and park cleanliness
8
Quality of furnishing and amenities

Reviews

by Eveline Krause
Germany 9/9/2024
What is your opinion on the quality of the property?
8/10
How do you value the property amenities and furniture?
8/10
What is your opinion on the quality of the garden and the pool?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Yes
What is your overall opinion of your holiday?
8/10
How would you rate our customer service (including check-in/out)?
8/10
by Anonimo
8/25/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
8/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Si
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
8/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Ottimo
by Anonimo
7/6/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes it did it was a beautiful property in a stunning location. Giancarlo and Giovanni were excellent hosts.
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
I think it was a fair price.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Used previously
by Anonimo
6/20/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
by Anonimo
5/30/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
For the beauty of the area it was fair.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
None.
by marco pastorino
Italy 9/13/2021
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
sostanzialmente equo per la bellezza dell'area, per la gentilezza del Proprietario (persona davvero squisita)
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
tutto molto semplice e lineare.
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
la vasta gamma di proposte
by Oliveri Giorgio snc
Italy 7/29/2021
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
8/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Molto buono, considerando il periodo di fine giugno.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Cortese e puntuale.
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
La qualità delle strutture e la conoscenza del marchio.
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
No.

Minimum Stays

Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
4/5/2024 - 1/4/2025 5 Nights Everyday
Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
1/4/2025 - 6/28/2025 5 Nights Everyday
6/28/2025 - 8/30/2025 7 Nights Only Sat
8/30/2025 - 1/3/2026 5 Nights Everyday

Availability Calendar


Calendar is updated in real time and it is possible to book on line 24/7.
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The price includes:


The price does not include:

  • Tourism tax (€ 1,00 per person per day for the first 5 days. Please note that children under 12 years old will not pay).
  • Mandatory extra cleaning in case of animals (€ 50,00 per week or part of a week per animal).
  • Security Deposit € 500.00 for extra services that can be purchased at tenuta “La Mandriola” (bar, restaurant, golf clubs and balls rental) to be paid cash or by credit card at check-in. At the end of the stay the amount will be returned if not used.

On Request:

Book your holiday in Italy with tranquillity and safety.
With Emma Villas, you now have the possibility to protect your holiday thanks to a wide choice of insurance coverages and guarantees.

STAY CANCELLATION INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Included in the price)
The final price of the reservation includes the Insurance Policy for Cancellation of Stay. You can cancel and be reimbursed in the event of:
  • objectively and unambiguously documentable motivations of health or work and not foreseeable at the time of booking
  • Covid-19 infections (new)
  • a terrorist attack that has struck the place of stay (new)

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HEALTH ASSISTANCE INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Optional) +1,5% of the rental price Not only cancellation policies, but also protection during your stay. You can choose to purchase this policy in the event you should, for the duration of your stay, want coverage for:
  • Healthcare with Operations Centre 24/7;
  • Vehicle Assistance to and from the place of stay and for the entire duration of your holiday; (zona "rossa" o impossibile da raggiungere a causa di restrizioni ufficiali alla libera circolazione);
  • Healthcare for family members left at home;
  • Reimbursement of medical expenses;
  • Repeat Trip Guarantee that reimburses the unused portion without deductible in the case of medical return home or early return home.

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And to protect you in the case of damage caused to the property?

ZER0DEP COVER - by EuropAssistance (Mandatory) 49€ each reservation The new "Zer0Dep" guarantee protects you and allows you to have a tranquil holiday. Zer0Dep stands for "Zero deposit"; it is an insurance coverage developed in partnership with EuropAssistance which replaces the security deposit and which is therefore mandatory. The benefits of this guarantee are: you do not pay the security deposit on arrival: neither in cash nor by immobilising a substantial amount on your credit card limit;
  • you are protected in the case of eventual damage to the property caused accidentally during your stay (up to the maximum limit of 1500 euro);
  • you avoid any dispute on the responsibility of the damage and its quantification during check-out;
  • you can enjoy your villa holiday in greater tranquillity.

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"EMMA", OUR NEW APP FOR SMART SERVICE Furthermore, from spring 2021, all our properties will be supported by Emma, a multifunctional Web-App, developed in partnership with Vikey s.r.l., that will allow you to implement:
  • online check-in (entering the required details that you did not enter when booking);
  • payment of tourist tax (where due) and eventual flat-rate payments requested (eg electricity, heating, extra cleaning for animals, etc.);
  • the purchase of additional services, hospitality (extra cleaning, in-house chef, first grocery shopping, etc.) and experiences (food and wine tours, guided tours, etc.)


Live your holiday in tranquillity and safety, thanks to our project "Safety Reception" (click here to download)

The following extra services are available to be purchased during the booking process.
You can start adding the services you want by selecting them in the booking box.

Food
Food Delivery - Authentic Tuscany and Umbria
Food Delivery - Authentic Tuscany and Umbria

DELIVERY ONLY ON TUESDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - The regional pairing of central Italy. A blend of traditions and interpretations of the raw materials from these incredible territories. The opportunity to taste the traditional combination of aged beef and pork with beans.
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€ 125.00

Food Delivery - Dining in the Great Outdoors
Food Delivery - Dining in the Great Outdoors

DELIVERY ONLY ON TUESDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - In company around a BBQ of excellent raw materials: tasty arrosticini and hamburgers of our Angus from the Italian supply chain, black pork sausages from the Sicilian Nebrodi mountains and Leonessa potatoes baked in foil. To accompany the burgers, the unfailing pane cafone, cheddar and sweet San Marzano tomato sauce. To accompany, our Amatrice spelt beer and the ever-present iced tea for the little ones.
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€ 170.00

Food Delivery - Glamours Aperitif
Food Delivery - Glamours Aperitif

DELIVERY ONLY ON TUESDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - The regional pairing of central Italy. A blend of traditions and interpretations of the raw materials from these incredible territories. The opportunity to taste the traditional combination of aged beef and pork with beans.
Info
€ 173.00

Food Delivery - Picnic on the Lawn
Food Delivery - Picnic on the Lawn

DELIVERY ONLY ON TUESDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - To start, tantalizing nachos with guacamole, followed by our selection of cured meats and cheeses served with hand-stretched breadsticks and chocolate brownies to finish.
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€ 129.00

Food Delivery - Poolside Brunch
Food Delivery - Poolside Brunch

DELIVERY ONLY ON TUESDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - An international classic that combines the relaxation of breakfast with the flavours of lunch: a brunch featuring top-quality ingredients.
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€ 110.00

Food Delivery - Romantic Aperitif
Food Delivery - Romantic Aperitif

DELIVERY ONLY ON TUESDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - A selection of three prestigious caviars, directly from Siberia,
to be enjoyed with 'pane carasau' bread, salted butter made from 100% Piedmontese milk, hand-rolled breadsticks and Prosecco.
A magical combination with the 'del Mago drinks' Vodka selection by Chef Marcello Trentini.
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€ 148.00

Food Delivery - Vegan experience in villa
Food Delivery - Vegan experience in villa

DELIVERY ONLY ON TUESDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - Discover all the taste of our vegetable products. A rich starter with tofu cheese, our sott'oli and pane cafone. First course with fusilloni from Gragnano accompanied by a yellow date sauce. To finish, tasty vegetable nuggets accompanied by lioness potatoes.
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€ 101.00