Gorgon.111

The estate is situated in a fantastic position in the Chianti region and is composed of the owners 11th Century manor house, a farmhouse and hayloft which have been recently skilfully restored into 7 beautiful apartments. The estate is complete with a exquisite swimming pool (20m x 8m), with infinity edge and for the more energetic there is volleyball, a tennis court and small football pitch. Well kept grounds surround the estate and beyond are vineyards and olive groves from which the owners produce excellent wine and oil which is available for tasting and purchase. The little village of Marcialla with its local shops is a handy walking distance of just over 1 km away.

The apartments themselves have been recently restored paying great attention to detail. All of the original characteristics such as beamed ceilings, and exposed stone walls have been retained and only the finest local materials have been used. Each apartment has its own individual character and all have fireplaces, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The addition of today's comforts of dishwashers, safes, satellite plasma screen televisions, telephone/internet connection (on request), and air conditioning create the finishing touches.

Gorgo is a lovely apartment on two floors. The ground floor consists of a living area which has a fully equipped kitchen area with dining table and chairs, and sitting area with settee (which converts to a double bed on request), a stone fireplace, and satellite television. Steps lead to the first floor where there are two double bedrooms (both of which convert to twins on request) each with ensuite shower room and both enjoying pretty views of the estates grounds and swimming pool. The living area opens onto the apartments terrace which is furnished with table and chairs for dining al fresco. The estate is in a fantastic position immersed in the stunning countryside of the Chianti between the famous towns of Florence and Siena both of which easily accessible via nearby road and bus links. Many of Tuscany's treasures including the medieval town of San Gimignano are within easy driving distance.

The estate is proud to be totally ecological and environmentally friendly using only solar and naturally produced 'clean' energy so as to protect the beautiful countryside and aid in the prevention of pollution. Even the swimming pool has a salt based water purification system.

DETAILS

Ground Floor: Living room with kitchen area with hob (4 gas rings), microwave oven, fridge, dishwasher, dining table and chairs, sitting area with settee (which converts to a double bed on request to accommodate 2 extra persons), fireplace and satellite television > Terrace.
First Floor: 2 double bedrooms (which on request can be converted into twins) > 2 ensuite shower rooms with shower cubicle, basin, bidet and w.c.

Central heating* > Air conditioning > Swimming pool > Barbecue > Tennis court > Volleyball court Mountain bikes* > Small gym > 7 a side football pitch > Internet/telephone connection > Safe > Use of washing machine* > Parking > Wine and olive oil available for purchase > Walking distance of 1km to local village. (Facilities marked * are payable locally)