If you have ever wondered what was life like in the Tuscan region of Italy in the 1600s, look no further than Molino del Ponte, an antique mill that has been carefully restored to offer an authentic and unique experience.
The original structure has been retained and improved with the use of modern amenities to allow guests to enjoy the best of both worlds. Surrounded by a magnificent spread of greenery (10,000 square meters), the holiday villa comprises of two units- a double storied main building and another two-storey annex. With six bedrooms, it has a total capacity of 12 guests.
True to its history, guests can admire the original hydraulic works with water channels, water wheel and a dam that diverts the course of a nearby stream. It represents life as it was once in rural Italy.
There is a well-equipped swimming pool nestled among tall trees with parasols and sun loungers, a dreamy bersò to enjoy alfresco dining and a BBQ. At the back of the mill, beyond the pool, there is a lovely bridge over the water course that leads to a Ping-Pong table on the other side.
Inside the main building, on the ground floor, there is a sitting area with sofas and TV, a kitchen-diner with a breakfast table. Upstairs, there is another living area with a sofa set, SAT-TV and a mini CD player and an adjoining kitchen-diner. The kitchen has all major utilities including a dishwasher. On the first floor, there is a terrace with outdoor furniture.
The annex has its own living room with a kitchen-diner. Here too, the kitchen is well equipped.
Sleeping
Main building
Ground Floor
Bedroom 1: Enclosed within stone walls, this characteristic bedroom is furnished with a double bed and a wardrobe. It offers direct access to the outdoors and has an en-suite facility.
Bedroom 2: The room has an authentic charm and is furnished with a double bed and a wardrobe. It has a SAT-TV and a mini-stereo CD player. There is an en-suite bathroom and a kitchen corner too.
First Floor
Bedroom 3: The enchanting room has a double bed and a wardrobe.
Bedroom 4: The elegant room has a double bed and a wardrobe.
Bedroom 5: The nice and cozy room has two single beds.
Annex
First Floor
Bedroom 1: The lovely room has a double bed and a wardrobe.
Bathrooms
All four bathrooms have a shower cubicle, a bidet and a WC. There are two bathrooms on the ground floor of the main building and one bathroom each on its first floor and the first floor of the annex.
Additional
• LPG Central Heating • Private Parking • Laundry Room • Baby Bed available on request • Iron and ironing board • Pets Allowed • Fenced Garden • Child friendly • Suitable for elderly guests
• Guests should inform the property an hour in advance before arrival.
Location
The fascinating holiday villa is located in Radda in Chianti. It is a great choice for spending a vacation amidst unspoiled nature, breathing fresh air and exploring the Tuscan countryside. For basic grocery shopping, guests can drive to Lucarelli which is 3 minutes’ drive by car. The town of Radda (10 minutes) offers a unique dining and shopping experience as well as a glimpse into the historical importance of this region. The stone facades, medieval architecture, cultural events, local wineries make up for a very special holiday. Nearby destinations like Panzano in Chianti (10 minutes), Greve (17 minutes), Castellina (20 minutes), Siena (46 minutes) and Florence (1 hour) are well-connected by road and can be easily reached. They are perfect for exciting day trips around the property.
The nearest international airport is about 45 kilometers away.
If necessary, GAS for heating between April 15th to November 1st, have to be paid on the spot basing on consumption.
Property type
Facilities / Amenities
- BBQ
- Laundry facilities
- Central heating
- Private garden
- Iron-ironing board
- Private parking space
- Satellite tv
- Tv
- Washing machine
- Wifi installed in house
- Wifi free
- Private pool
- Outside dining area
- Digital tv
- Outside table-chairs
- Pool unheated
- Fenced Garden
- Outdoor Pool
Kitchen facilities
- Coffee machine
- Dining separate
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Toaster
- Full kitchen
- Freezer
- Range cooker
Property location
- Among greenery
- Quiet
- Honeymoon
- Very sunny position
Accessibility
- Pets allowed
- Car essential
- Child friendly
- Suitable elderly
- Smoking permitted
Please note that the pool is open from the 1st of May 2024 to the 30th of September 2024
A damage deposit of 300 has to be paid locally.
A damage deposit of 600 has to be paid locally for groups under 21.
Tourist tax to be paid at the property.
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230 m2
marc
Reviewed On: 27.07.2024
Superbe maison , jardin magnifique, piscine fantastique...
Doris
Reviewed On: 15.06.2024
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