Orca

Orca is a characteristic apartment, part of a beautifully restored farmhouse on a large estate in the heart of the Tuscan countryside. Furnished in classic Tuscan style, lovely beamed ceilings have been retained creating a cosy and welcoming atmosphere. There is air conditioning throughout and the apartment has its own garden area for relaxing and dining al fresco. Close by is a large swimming pool enjoying a lovely view.

The apartment is on two floors and is spacious and comfortably furnished retaining many of the original characteristics of the building whilst being complete with all modern comforts. On the ground floor is a large living room with comfortable settees and satellite television, and an archway leads to a fully equipped kitchen with dining table and chairs. This floor opens onto the apartments own garden area where there is a barbecue and table and chairs for dining al fresco. On the first floor there are two pretty double bedrooms, two shower rooms (one of which is ensuite), and a third double bedroom is located on a ‘mansard’ attic floor.

Close to the apartment is a large swimming pool (16m x 8m) which is the perfect spot for relaxing and taking a cooling dip. There are extensive views of the beautiful landscape dotted with vineyards and olive groves from every corner of the estate, and lovely country walks can be enjoyed.

Apartment Orca is situated on a large estate just over 2km from the pretty Tuscan town of Gambassi Terme which has a selection of shops and restaurants. Situated in the farmhouse are a further four apartments and in other secluded positions in the grounds of this immense estate there are two private villas, and the main building, originally a convent, where there are some rooms and a handy reception. Extra services such as cleaning, and breakfast can be arranged via the reception which also has an internet connection*.

Many of the regions famous sights such as medieval San Gimignano, and Volterra are within easy driving distance and the famous cities of Florence and Siena can also be easily reached via nearby road and rail links.

DETAILS
Ground Floor: Living room with settees and satellite television > Kitchen with cooker (4 gas rings electric oven), fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine dining table and chairs.

First Floor: 2 Double bedrooms > 2 Shower rooms each with shower cubicle, basin, bidet and w.c. (one of which is ensuite)

Mansard ‘attic’ floor: Double bedroom (low ceilings).

Central heating > Air conditioning* > Garden area > Barbecue > Swimming pool > Parking > Washing machine > Satellite television > 2km from Gambassi Terme with its shops and restaurants > An extra bed can be added to one double bedroom on request to accommodate an extra person.

*Extra services, air conditioning and heating are all payable locally.