Mattei Villa

Property Description

Property Summary

Nestled in the heart of Tuscany's Chianti region in San Casciano In Val Di Pesa, Italy, Casa Mattei is a breathtaking country house that offers an exceptional holiday rental experience for up to 14 guests. Perched on a hillside and surrounded by sweeping views over olive groves, vineyards, woods, and rolling country estates, this authentically restored medieval property spans 530 square meters and exudes timeless elegance. Originally built approximately one thousand years ago as a small monastery during the Medieval period, the building was fully restored in 2006 and has since evolved into a spacious and refined retreat perfectly suited for groups of 5 or 6 couples or extended families. The fenced estate extends across 2 hectares and includes the main house as well as a dependence of 40 square meters. Guests have access to a stunning 15 x 7.50 meter freshwater swimming pool complete with a Jacuzzi, available from May through September, offering a truly luxurious outdoor experience. High-speed Internet WiFi is available throughout the property, ensuring connectivity for all guests. Parking is conveniently provided on-site, and the private, tranquil setting of the estate ensures a peaceful and exclusive stay from arrival to departure.

Outdoors

The outdoor spaces at Casa Mattei are as impressive as the property itself, offering a harmonious blend of natural beauty and thoughtfully designed leisure areas. A typically rustic dirt road stretching 1,200 meters winds through vineyards and olive groves, leading you to the estate and setting the tone for the authentic Tuscan experience that awaits. The fenced grounds are beautifully landscaped, with a well-maintained lawn bordered by rose bushes and mature olive trees that provide both shade and a sense of timeless charm. A stone patio equipped with a BBQ area offers the perfect setting for al fresco dining, featuring a long table that comfortably seats 12 guests along with comfortable chairs, all sheltered from the sun in a relaxed and convivial atmosphere. A short flight of steps from the patio leads you down to the freshwater pool, which measures 15 x 7.50 meters and is open from May through September. The pool is complemented by a Jacuzzi, though it should be noted that the Jacuzzi is not a hot tub. The pool area is generously furnished with sunbeds, tables, chairs, and umbrellas, creating an inviting space for relaxation and leisure. Adjacent to the pool, a well-appointed changing room includes a bathroom with shower, and a fully equipped fitness room is also available for guests who wish to maintain their exercise routine during their stay.

Other Information

Casa Mattei accommodates up to 14 guests, making it an ideal choice for large groups, multi-generational families, or gatherings of couples seeking a shared retreat in the Tuscan countryside. The property includes a dependence of 40 square meters in addition to the main house, providing additional flexibility for guest accommodation or private use. The estate is fully fenced, ensuring privacy and security throughout your stay. The building's origins date back approximately one thousand years to the Medieval period, and its complete restoration in 2006 has preserved its authentic character while incorporating all modern comforts. The fitness room located next to the pool area is well equipped and available for use by all guests at no additional charge.

Distances and Attractions

Casa Mattei enjoys an enviable location that combines absolute privacy with effortless access to some of Tuscany's most celebrated destinations. The property is situated just 2 kilometers from the charming village of Mercatale Val di Pesa, where guests can find local shops, restaurants, and everyday conveniences within easy reach. Florence, one of Italy's most iconic cultural capitals, is only 18 kilometers away, approximately 15 minutes south of the property, making it perfectly feasible to explore its world-renowned museums, galleries, and historic architecture on a day trip. The enchanting hill towns of the Chianti region are easily accessible from the estate, offering scenic drives through some of Tuscany's most picturesque landscapes. Siena, with its magnificent Gothic cathedral and medieval Piazza del Campo, can be reached in approximately 50 minutes, while the elegant city of Lucca, famous for its intact Renaissance walls and vibrant cultural scene, is approximately 1 hour away. The surrounding Chianti countryside itself is a destination in its own right, with its rolling vineyards, olive groves, and historic estates providing an authentic and deeply immersive Tuscan experience at every turn.

Interior Description

Unit Layout

Casa Mattei is a stunning vacation rental spanning 530 square metres across 2 main floors, a basement, and a separate dependance, featuring characteristic terracotta tiles and beamed ceilings throughout. The property accommodates a maximum of 12 guests across 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms, offering a refined and spacious environment ideal for large groups.

On the ground floor, you are welcomed by an entry hall that leads into a study room with a double sofa bed, a dining area with a table for 12, and 2 kitchen spaces. The first is a small yet well-equipped kitchen, while the second is the main fully equipped kitchen. Also on this level, you will find 1 double bedroom, accessible via 5 steps, with a private bathroom featuring a shower. Please note that the beds in this room cannot be separated. A living room with a double sofa bed completes the ground floor social spaces, along with an additional bathroom with shower.

The first floor is centred around a spacious living room with a fireplace, television, and DVD player. This level hosts 1 master bedroom with an en suite bathroom featuring a Jacuzzi bathtub, 1 twin or double bedroom with an en suite bathroom also featuring a Jacuzzi bathtub, and 2 further double bedrooms each with an en suite bathroom with shower. The beds in these rooms cannot be separated. A guest bathroom is also available on this floor.

The basement includes a dedicated laundry room and a wine cellar. The separate dependance, available only upon request and subject to owner approval and exclusively to the same guest group, offers a cosy living room with a sofa bed and kitchenette on its ground floor, along with 1 bathroom with shower, and 1 double bedroom on the upper level.

Amenities Included

Casa Mattei is equipped with a comprehensive range of amenities designed to ensure your comfort throughout your stay. The entire first floor benefits from air conditioning, as does the study room and the double bedroom on the ground floor, while the dependance is also air conditioned, ensuring a pleasant atmosphere in every area of the property. Heating is available throughout the villa, providing warmth during cooler seasons. The main kitchen is fully equipped and includes a microwave, a dishwasher, and an oven, among other appliances, while the secondary kitchen offers additional convenience for larger groups. A washing machine and dryer, along with an iron and ironing board, are available in the basement laundry room. The spacious first-floor living room features a fireplace, creating an elegant and inviting atmosphere during the evenings. For entertainment, the ground-floor living room is equipped with a satellite TV SKY subscription, as well as an iPhone and iPad Dock Station, while the first-floor living room offers a television and DVD player. A barbecue is available for outdoor dining, and the property benefits from a private garden where you can enjoy the surrounding landscape. The master bedroom and the twin or double bedroom on the first floor each feature a Jacuzzi bathtub, adding a touch of luxury to your stay.

Other Information

The sofa beds available within the property are not included in the base price and are subject to a separate charge as detailed in the applicable price list. The dependance may only be rented in conjunction with the main villa and cannot be booked by a separate or different guest group, and its availability is strictly subject to request and owner approval. The maximum occupancy for the main villa is 10 guests plus 2 additional guests, while the dependance accommodates a maximum of 2 guests plus 2 additional guests. For groups exceeding 16 people in total, a specific inquiry is required prior to booking.

Licence or registration number

CIN: IT048038B48G5JJLRW

Amenities

•   Swimming Pool
•   Internet Wifi
•   Maid Service
•   Baby Bed
•   Parking
•   Private Pool
•   Private Villa
•   Air Conditioning
•   Washing Machine
•   Barbecue
•   Dishwasher
•   Fireplace
•   Satellite TV
•   Private Garden
•   Jacuzzi Bathtub
•   Heat Available
•   Microwave
•   Television
•   Panoramic View

Location San Casciano in Val di Pesa, Tuscany, Italy

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