You are in a historic area, and it becomes quite evident from the first time you put your feet at La Chiesetta. The houses, which belong to Castello di Montegonzi are clustered, almost like a small town. As discussed above, La Chiesetta funtioned as a church in Middle ages, and you still sense a special atmosphere in the place. You live apart but not isolated, as the resort of the owners is close by. Though you can really enjoy the private setting.
As stated the church has been restored into a beautiful Cottage with all modern amenities. During the restoration the owner paid careful attention to the preservation of the original architectural style and details. Exactly why the house is so charming and special. If you are looking for authenticity, you've come to the right place.
Fill your days with the culture and history
Around the Chianti area there are many appealing towns and interesting historical sites. Montegonzi is no exception in this regard. The town dates back to the Middle Ages, and large parts of the Castello di Montegonzi were destroyed in a battle between the families Ghibellini from Siena and Guelfi from Florence in 1629. It marks, in other words, real history. As mentioned above, the buildings are restored with utmost care, the beautiful, ancient atmosphere up here on the hill ought to be the same as centuries ago.
Things to do in all directions
Since you live right between Siena and Florence, you have a myriad of interesting tourist attractions nearby. For example, you can visit San Gimignano, the city with the many churches and towers, Certaldo and Monteriggioni, just to name a few. Charming Greve in Chianti is only 10 km. away and your walk in the woods lies just about one kilometer from your residence. Moreover, the small town of Panzano in Chianti, only 6 km away and there you can find some shops, bars and restaurants. Walking, cycling or playing golf, it's almost only your imagination that sets the limits to what you can do in this lovely area. Are you interested in shopping, wine tasting, cooking workshops or guided tours, simply turn to the reception and they will be happy are happy to assist you. Montegonzi has its own vineyards and olive groves.
Jump in your own pool
Castello di Montegonzi includes an outdoor pool, which of course you have access to. However if you haven chosen to stay here on La Chiesetta, you might as well use your own pool. Relax and read your book on your sunbed and have a dip when your are running hot. You also have your own garden and the common garden features a common use barbecue. To wash clothes, there are laundry facilities on site.
Enjoy food on the terrace
Le Chiesetta is decorated in a simple, rustic, Tuscan style and comes with a convenient kitchenette. Inside the house you have great stone walls, exposed beams and terracotta floors - all helping to create the authentic Tuscan atmosphere that prevails in this place. Outside the house you have a few different seats to choose from, and a private garden with pool. Inside there is satellite TV and the possibility of air conditioning and Wi-Fi. access at the common spaces at no extra cost.
We would like to advise you that it would be smart to buy some basic supplies, before you arrive at the house. That way you can relax when you parked your car. Sports cars are not recommended as the road to the house is
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The villa at La Chiesetta
The cottage is approximately 60 sqm in size and stands by itself. The entrance is on the ground floor and it comprises of a living room with kitchenette and sofa bed for one person, bathroom with shower, steep and narrow wooden staircase to an attic, where you can find two bedrooms with 2 double beds (both rooms have the option of air conditioning).
