Tuscan Views introduces four new luxury villa rentals for 2013

Tuscan Views, Tuscany’s leading luxury villa holiday rental specialist has introduced four new wow-factor properties to its prestigious portfolio of handpicked villas, including:

Il Coccio – Val d’Orcia (SI)

Representing the ultimate in luxury, this beautifully decorated rustic villa is surrounded by lush Tuscan countryside. It comprises of six bedrooms and six bathrooms and features an astonishing heated swimming pool with breathtaking views over the UNESCO heritage site of Val D’Orcia. Additionally for those who are looking for the ultimate in relaxation freshly prepared breakfast buffet daily and maid service. Welcome dinner courtesy of Tuscan Views and 6 bottles of red wine made on the Estate courtesy of the owner. Contact us for info and bookings.

Checche – Pienza (SI)

Accommodating up to 16 guests, this breath-taking Tuscan mansion oozes wow-factor, offering 360 degree views, a swimming pool, BBQ area and a spa which offers wine therapy and relaxing massages.

Fresh organic vegetables are grown in the gardens, and guests can enjoy a free wine tasting in the lovely Cantina of the villa.

Welcome dinner courtesy of Tuscan Views.  Contact us for info and booking

Ripa – San Casciano dei Bagni (SI)

The elegant and cozy atmosphere make this the perfect villa for every season. Large patio and swimming pool with amazing views over the Val d’Orcia. With its seven bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen, fireplaces and large living areas, Ripa is the ideal villa for family reunion and gathering. Guests enjoy discounts at the nearby luxury Fonteverde Spa.

Welcome dinner courtesy of Tuscan Views.  Contact us for info and bookings

Casanova – San Casciano dei Bagni (SI) 

Located just outside the village of San Casciano dei Bagni, this six bedrooms, six bathrooms luxury villa is five minute’s from exclusive Fonteverde Spa.

It offers luxe contemporary accommodation and stunning patio, garden and heated swimming pool are the added bonus to relax and enjoy Tuscan countryside, food and wines. Welcome dinner courtesy of Tuscan Views.  Contact us for info and bookings

From rustic farmhouses to rural mansions nestled in the Tuscan hills, city centre apartments in down town Florence, and wow-factor summer houses set against the regions’ most dramatic backdrops, Tuscan Views offers one of the most prestigious collections of accommodations throughout Tuscany.

If guests are searching for something more than just a luxury property to holiday in, then they don’t have to look far. The Tuscan Views team are all bi-lingual Tuscany residents and are on hand to provide on the ground support throughout guests’ holidays, from itinerary planning to troubleshooting.

Additionally, Tuscan Views is highly experienced at itinerary planning and works with the region’s leading suppliers to offer a whole array of unique activities, including vintage car hire, sightseeing, wine tours, food hampers, cookery course, in-villa chef experiences and even hot air ballooning for the more adventurous.

Top 5 villas with a view

Enjoy inspired landscapes and stunning vistas with Tuscan Views

From inspiring views over the Val d’Orcia to the stunning vistas of Pienza and Radicofani, Tuscan Views introduces five stunning properties with views to take your breath away.

Villa Verde 2 – San Casciano dei Bagni (SI)

A five bedroom romantic country home which offers inspiring views over the Tuscan hills and valley. Its picture perfect pergola is idyllic for al fresco dining and the pool area is framed by a fusion of lavender and roses offering a colorful and scented oasis ideal for relaxation. Villa Verde offers guests privacy and intimacy, and spa lovers get the added benefits of exclusive discounts at the nearby Fonteverde thermal spa. Contact us for info and bookings.

Terrazzo – Val d’Orcia (SI)

Nestled in the lush Tuscan hills, this ancient farmhouse surrounded by woodland, lavender and scented shrubs offers an unrivaled outlook over the UNESCO heritage site of Val d’Orcia. It comprises of five bedrooms, six bathrooms, a terraced garden, and a large infinity pool, which is the perfect place to admire the spectacular sunset views over the valley. Contact us for info and bookings.

Cipressi – Val d’Orcia (SI)

This beautiful luxury house surrounded by olive groves and wheat fields is ideal for those looking to enjoy the spectacular vistas of Val d’Orcia in the shade of cypresses. Offering four bedrooms, five bathrooms, and a living room with a large open fireplace, the villa opens onto a lovely garden leading down to the stunning swimming pool bordered by a pergola. Contact us for info and bookings.

Tramonto – Val d’Orcia (SI)

Set in the middle of the Val d’Orcia, this elegant country property offers amazing panoramic landscapes, which can be enjoyed whist bathing in the large pool, BBQing in the terrace, relaxing in the landscaped gardens or from the villa’s sitting room windows. Guests can also enjoy the ultimate Tuscan dining experience with a complimentary Tuscan dinner upon their arrival. Contact us for info and bookings.

Pennella – Pienza (SI) 

This sympathetically restored typical Tuscan farmhouse composed of two apartments sleeps up to eight guests. Complete with swimming-pool and two pergolas food outside dining, and a large open fireplace in the sitting room, Pennella is perfect for those looking to enjoy a rustic experience and simply breath-taking scenery. Contact us for info and bookings.

Guests hoping to make the most out of their Italian adventure, need not look any further. Our bespoke and bi-lingual concierge service offers a whole host of aesthetically inspired experiences, from sightseeing trips to walking tours and even hot air balloon rides. Additionally, guests can hire a stylish vintage car to drive around and explore the beautiful region, making halts at picturesque hamlets, wineries, and restaurants for cookery classes or for the ultimate Tuscan dining experience.

From rustic farmhouses to rural mansions nestled in the Tuscan hills, city centre apartments in down town Florence, and wow-factor summer houses set against the regions’ most dramatic backdrops, Tuscan Views offers one of the most prestigious collections of accommodations throughout Tuscany.

Top 5 villas for foodies

Whether you’re looking to embark on a culinary journey exploring Tuscany’s famous enotecas, trattorias and vineyards, or perhaps prefer to have the very best of Tuscan cuisine cooked freshly for you in the comfort of your own Villa, here are five delectable Tuscan villas, perfect for those with an appetite for food as well as travel.

     

Janine – San Casciano dei Bagni (SI) 

An ideal escape for foodies who are looking for culinary inspiration, Janine is located in the Siena countryside and is a short stroll away from a number of wonderful restaurants, including XX. Popular with the locals this jewel of a restaurant offers an intimate terrace for al fresco dining, and an array of dishes that are sure to inspire. Alternatively head back to the luxury villa for a cookery class hosted by your chef, and enjoy the fruits of your labour in the villa’s beautiful vine-covered pergola.

 

• Sleeps: 6
• Costs from: € 5000 per week
• Contact us for more info

 

Serratone – Gavorrano (GR)

Serratone is the ultimate escape for beach lovers and its close proximity to the coast makes it a haven for those with a penchant for seafood. Chose to dine at the numerous seafood restaurants which hug the cobalt blue coastline, or alternatively buy your own fresh fish from the local market, and watch your chef prepare it for you in the comfort of your villa.

• Sleeps: 18
• Costs from: € 10200 per week – Welcome dinner and breakfast included
• Contact us for more info

 

Tramonto – Val d’Orcia (SI)

Luxury villa Tramonto is nestled in the heart of the wine region, and is the perfect holiday spot for wine enthusiasts. Indulge in a wine tour through Val D’Orcia to sample some of the world’s best grapes. Upon your return to the villa, your wonderful housekeeper will have prepared a delicious Tuscan meal leaving you to sit back, relax and enjoy the views through the large dining room

windows, which overlook the Tuscan vineyards and cypress trees.

• Sleeps: 18
• Costs from: € 8800 per week
• Contact us for more info

Il Maggio – Sarteano (SI)

Il Maggio is an extraordinary property perfect for those who love learning how to cook. Upon arrival, you will receive a Tuscan food hamper containing all the fresh local ingredients to be used to prepare an authentic Tuscan meal with the help of Chef Stella Severini.

For culinary inspiration, visit the local village’s amazing selection of restaurants to sample authentic Italian dishes.

• Sleeps: 6
• Costs from:  € 2000 per week
• Contact us for more info

Duomo – Florence 

Upon check into Duomo, guests will find themselves immersed in a foodies paradise. This luxury apartment is located in the heart of Florence and is surrounded by osterias, trattorias, entocas and fine dining restaurants galore. Guests can be taken on a gastronomic tour around the city centre including a visit of the famous Mercato Centrale, a place where some of the best Tuscan chefs find their own inspiration.

• Sleeps: 4
• Costs from: € 2700 per week
• Contact us for more info

What’s new for 2013

Here’s another beautiful villa we’ve just added to our portfolio: Ripa

Ripa is an elegant Tuscan villa just outside the medieval village of San Casciano dei Bagni in southern Tuscany.  The villa enjoy amazing views over the UNESCO heritage site of Val d’Orcia.

Private but not isolated this villa welcome its guests in a cosy and warm atmosphere. The garden, Loggia and pool are the perfect places to relax and enjoy the views.

This villa is perfect for those who want to be near a village but still have some privacy and those who love Thermal Spa as all the guests have special discounts on access to the thermal pools and treatments. The village of San Casciano is just 5 minutes away.

Ripa is an ideal villa for winter holiday as well. We always suggest this villa to guests for family reunion at Christmas thanks to its warm and cosy atmosphere and the proximity of the Spa, to spend lazy days immersed in the hot thermal waters.

Ripa sleeps 10 from € 9,400 per week –  sleeps 14  from 12,200 per week

Contact us for more info.

In the heart of Val d’Orcia

A wonderful villa located on top of a hill overlooking the UNESCO heritage site of Val d’Orcia.
The villa has been restored by interior designer Ilaria Miani that gave her personal stylish touch to the rustic charme of Il Coccio.

An astonishing heated swimming pool with dining area, kitchen and BBQ is the ideal place to spend lazy days overlooking one of the most beautiful corner of Tuscany.

The villa has a large fully equipped kitchen, dining room,living room and six bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms.

The dining out area has been placed to get the most out of the view at sunset while tasting delicious Tuscan food and wine.

Il Coccio is available for 2013 season through Tuscan Views from € 8,950 per week.

Don’t miss the chance to stay in one of the most beautiful villa of Tuscany. Contact us today at info@tuscanviews.eu

Kundalini Tuscan Retreat

A unique Yoga retreat in one of the most beautiful area of Tuscany: the UNESCO heritage site of Val d’Orcia, organised with Lauren Cicione of Tuscan Auteur.

In this beautiful week together you will explore, unblock and harmonize these main centers of subtle energy in the body to create the optimal environment to raise your kundalini energy – that infinite creativity and potential that resides within us. This is an experiential exploration through the tradition of kundalini yoga which will include breathing techniques, postures, movements and mantra chanting to unlock our latent spiritual power and to direct its flow. As you do this you strengthen the nerves, internal organs and glands associated with each chakra and boost our health and well-being.

GuruWant Kaur has been teaching kundalini yoga internationally, with great love, for over 15 years.

GuruWant Kaur (Daphna Dor) teaches kundalini yoga in Bali, Indonesia at the beautiful yoga hub and eco resort, Desa Seni.
Trained in New York , she studied with many senior teachers of kundalini yoga, including Yogi Bhajan, the master of this yoga. She is also a certified Yoga Therapist.

Week long stay, June 23-30, 2012 includes: ~ 2-3 yoga/meditation sessions per day ~ 5 star accommodations in a luxurious Tuscan villa
(breathtaking 360 degree views of the valley; heated outdoor swimming pool; hot tub; shared living area/kitchen; outdoor dining; wooden floor practice space; travertine bathrooms)
~ full daily meals with an in house private chef (produce from the villa’s organic vegetable garden; vegetarian options available)
~ group transfer to and from the Rome airport ~ excursions to natural hot springs and a local hilltop town ~ olive oil and cheese tastings ~ area hiking and bicycle riding available

Pricing:

• Single occupancy king bed and en-suite bath ~ 2,495 euros per person
• Double occupancy twin bed and en-suite bath ~ 1,995 euros per person

For more information please contact Lauren Cicione at info@tuscanauteur.com or Daphna Dor at daphnador@gmail.com