Notes from the host
Montepulciano - 124656001
Holiday home Villa Ardene is a beautiful stone building that includes WiFi internet, air conditioning and private pool. The property can accommodate up to 14 guests comfortably in seven bedrooms with seven bathrooms. Villa Ardene is located 3 km (2 mi) from Montepulciano, Italy and only 34 km (21 mi) from Cortona in the tourist area "Orcia Valley".
The Villa staff can organize various customized services such as: guided tours of wineries in Montepulciano, tasting tours, E-bike rental or tour, airport shuttle services and much more.
The Villa consists of a main building and a dependance surrounded by a beautiful garden, each one offering several apartments and bedrooms with bathrooms. A communal dining-room with kitchen is available, accessible only from the outside and not connected with the rest of the property from the inside.
There is also an external barbecue, equipped with wood oven and pick-nick area .
Montepulciano can be reached on foot by the villa if you like walking.
It is part of a working farm, the owners breed animals and grow fruit trees and vegetables. Some cats are present on site.
The Experience
When you arrive you will be greeted by the owner or manager where you’ll find a beautiful clean well-maintained property with views of the hills ideal for a splendid holiday in Tuscany. Regardless of how you spend your days - sightseeing, shopping, visiting museums or just driving in the countryside, when you arrive home you can relax with your family and friends at the pool for a perfect ending to another day in Tuscany. For your pleasure, on the grounds there is a patio and barbecue grill. Dining with friends and family is a huge part of the Tuscan culture. Take advantage of the well-equipped kitchen to prepare meals using local produce while on your holiday. The kitchen includes coffee machine, microwave, toaster, stove and refrigerator, as well as, plenty of tableware and cutlery for up to 14 people.
Places Nearby
Most people enjoy visiting nearby cities and towns while on holiday, so for your reference this is a list of popular places with distances (as the crow flies) from the property: Cortona 34 km (21 mi), Montalcino 37 km (23 mi), Arezzo 53 km (33 mi), Siena 69 km (43 mi) and Perugia 70 km (43 mi).
Some other major tourist destinations you should consider visiting are: Florence 114 km (71 mi), Viareggio 212 km (131 mi), Forte Dei Marmi 219 km (136 mi), Rome 178 km (110 mi), Venice 368 km (229 mi) and Milan 410 km (255 mi).
Additional Information
Pets Welcome - If your pet is travelling with you on vacation that is not a problem at Villa Ardene. If you have a large dog or multiple pets, please inquire for permission prior to booking.
Check-In Time: 15:00 - 17:00
Check-Out Time: 08:00 - 11:00
Pool Open: 1 May - 30 September (If you'd like the pool open outside these dates, please make that request prior to booking)
Nearest Airports (distances as the crow flies): Firenze Peretola (flr) 132 km (82 mi), Pisa (psa) 193 km (120 mi), Roma Ciampino (cia) 193 km (120 mi), Roma Fiumicino (fco) 205 km (127 mi) and Bologna (blq) 213 km (132 mi).
Special Services
Cooking Lessons - Learn from a local chef the techniques needed to master Tuscan cuisine. The owner can organize to have a chef come to the property for a cooking lesson for any number of people in your group. It's a enjoyable way to spend time with friends and family while learning the secrets vital to prepare mouth-watering Tuscan meals when you return home. For more details and the supplemental cost, please contact us.
Professional Chef - Are you looking for a real treat during your vacation? Why not book a professional chef to prepare and serve you a mouth-watering meal using local produce? The chef will schedule the meal based on your preferences and dietary needs. The chef will offer advice for the various courses and the wine. Ask for more details and the extra costs.
Tours - The owner can organize custom tours for your group. To learn about the tours offered, speak to the owner upon arrival or inquire prior to booking. The cost will vary depending in the individual tour and number of people.
Maid Service - If you'd like maid service during your trip that can be organized by the owner. Ask for more details about the supplemental cost.
Pre-Stocked Fridge - If you'd like to have the fridge and pantry stocked before you check-in that is possible at Villa Ardene. Ask for more details, including the extra cost and how to organize this service.
===== ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION =====
Ground Floor
Including: 2 kitchens, living room, 3 kitchens + living rooms, 6 bedrooms + ensuite bathroom, bedroom, bathroom, service room.
Kitchen 1: well equipped kitchen, dining table (people: 20), dishwasher, stove top, oven, toaster, italian coffee machine, american coffee machine.
Kitchen 2: well equipped kitchen, stove top, oven.
Living room: sofa, fireplace.
Kitchen + living room 1: stove top, oven, fireplace, WIFI internet, satellite tv.
Kitchen + living room 2: well equipped kitchen, oven, fireplace, WIFI internet, air conditioning.
Kitchen + living room 3: well equipped kitchen, stove top, oven, sofa, fireplace, WIFI internet, air conditioning.
Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 1: double bed, WIFI internet, air conditioning, satellite tv, whirlpool bathtub, basin, toilet, bidet.
Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 2: double bed, air conditioning, satellite tv, toilet, bidet, shower.
Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 3: double bed, WIFI internet, air conditioning, satellite tv, basin, toilet, bidet, shower.
Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 4: double bed, single bed, WIFI internet, air conditioning, satellite tv, whirlpool bathtub, basin, toilet, bidet.
Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 5: double bed, WIFI internet, air conditioning, satellite tv, basin, toilet, bidet, shower.
Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 6: double bed, WIFI internet, air conditioning, whirlpool bathtub, basin, toilet, bidet.
Bedroom: single bed, WIFI internet, air conditioning.
Bathroom: basin, toilet, bidet, shower.
Service room: iron, washing machine.
Additional Areas
Including: reception, garden.
Garden (3000 m2): swimming pool (length: 12m, width: 6m), WIFI internet, barbecue, fireplace, al fresco dining, dining table (people: 16), gazebo, garden furniture, sunbed.
Important: The property consists in two separate buildings, not connected, each one offering several apartments and bedrooms with bathrooms. A communal dining-room with kitchen is available, accessible only from the outside and not connected with the rest of the property from the inside.
There is moreover a lower-ground floor communal living area with sofas, fireplace and TV; also this room is accessed separately form the outside and does not communicate internally with the rest of the property.
The owner can provide up to five single beds included in the rental price.
A toilette is available in the kitchen-dining room (toilette and basin).
Bedroom with one single bed and Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 4 share the same bathroom; this bathroom has 2 doors and can be accessed from either bedroom.
The following might be to be paid extra: Air conditioning, Babycot, Bed Linen and Towels (additional set), Breakfast, Cook, Cooking lessons, Dinner, Extra Bed, Final Cleaning, Heating, Maid service, Pool towels, Refundable Security Deposit (cash), Tourist tax, Towels (additional set), Wine Tasting, Wood.
