Banxiana
Europe / Italy Villas / Umbria
Privacy and silence are the distinct features of Villa Banxiana, a restored stone farmhouse built 8 centuries ago, surrounded by delightful gardens in a picturesque valley.
Overview
This spacious villa offers extensive views of the Umbrian countryside. There are numerous important art sites nearby, such as Montepulciano, Bagno Vignoni, Orvieto, Lago di Bolsena, Todi, Perugia, Chiusi, San Quirico d’Orcia, and San Casciano dei Bagni. The blessed location of Villa Banxiana, on the border between Tuscany and Umbria, makes it a great starting point to explore both regions.
The décor of the house is unique with art and crafts from all over the world offering an informal and relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere. The farmhouse grows its own organic vegetables and produces organic extra virgin olive oil.
Accommodations
Ground Floor
- Several comfortable sitting areas and a magnificent eat-in kitchen/dining room with an open fireplace and a large dining table
- Cozy winter garden completely furnished for lounging with seating for six and wood-burning stove
- Sitting/TV room with fireplace, game table and extensive library in English opens onto outdoor patio/dining area
Outside Features
The garden, overlooking a fabulous 360-degree panorama, is furnished with tables and chairs, featuring a large covered patio for dining “al fresco” or “a lume di candela”, or just relaxing under the trees. The pool is easily reachable both through a short staircase, by car within the garden, or by car through a small road within the property. The pool (7 x 18 meters) was converted from an old water basin and is circled by a low wall where there are comfortable sun mats and sun beds. In the annexed living room there is also a sauna and a bathroom with shower. From the pergola that opens in front of the lounge room, you can enjoy a wonderful view of the valley. Have a Martini by the pool at sunset or, during the Autumn months, a glass of Tintoretto (prosecco with granedine).
Amenities
6 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms
Sleeps 14 Guests
- Wi-Fi
- Sauna
- Washer
- Hair Dryer
- Dishwasher
- Dining Area
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Mountain View
- Private Parking
- Central Heating
- Al Fresco Dining
- Fireplace x 2
- Pizza Oven
- Garden
- Satellite TV
- TV
- Stereo
- Bocce Court
- CD Player
- Sky TV
- Ping Pong Table
Details
Bedroom Details
Bedroom 1 (Ground Floor): King bedroom with garden view and en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower
Bedroom 2 (First Floor): Master bedroom with 2 French beds and spacious en-suite bathroom with shower and tub
Bedroom 3 (First Floor): King bedroom suite with bathroom with shower and small reading/lounge room (can hold 1 single bed)
Bedroom 4 (Second Floor): Queen bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower
Bedroom 5 (Second Floor): Queen/twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom with tub
Bedroom 6 (Second Floor): Queen/twin bedroom suite and small reading/lounge room, with a day bed en-suite bathroom with shower
Bathroom Details
Bathrooms are provided with hair dryers
Pool Details
Pool (7 x 18 meters) was converted from an old water basin and is circled by a low wall where there are comfortable sun mats and sun beds
Pool is easily reachable both through a short staircase, by car within the garden, or by car through a small road within the property
Staff and Services
Morning housekeeping service: 3 hours per day (except Sunday)
Complimentary welcome basket
Gardener and pool maintenance service
Staff and Services (at Additional Cost)
Extra housekeeping
Cook service – No third-party suppliers allowed: the services will be provided by the villa management and in-house staff
Food and beverages cost
Personal laundry and ironing service
Location Details
Lucca - 3 hours
Siena - 2 hours
Florence - 2 hours and 15 minutes
Rome - 2 hours
Villa Notes
Electricity and A/C up to 300 kWh per week and water and gas are included
Heating including wood for fireplace is included
Wireless Internet access
Only small cars are recommended due to the narrow country road leading to the villa
Check-in: between 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Check-out: before/by 10:00 am
No smoking villa, smoking permitted only in the garden
Pets allowed at owner’s discretion
All of the extra services must be paid locally, prior to departure, unless otherwise arranged