Villa Caterina

Description

A rural escape in the middle of the Val d'Orcia in southern Tuscany, traditional stone farmhouse Villa Caterina blends effortlessly into the countryside. The villa's idyllic location offers you a wonderfully quiet atmosphere in which to soak up the sweeping views and the magnificent hilltop fortress in Radicofani can also clearly seen in all its splendour.

And though Villa Caterina is secluded, the town of Radicofani itself is only a five-minute drive away. Many other villages and towns are easy to reach too. There's Sarteano with a wealth of ancient history to offer and San Cascinao dei Bagni; famous for its thermal baths.

This typical, five-bedroom Tuscan farmhouse set over three floors has undergone a careful restoration in recent years. Mixing traditional features, such as wood-beamed ceilings and tile floors, with modern luxuries has transformed it into both a comfortable and striking holiday home. You'll also be surprised by objects from across the world found in many of its characterful rooms.

The most unique aspect of Villa Caterina is the wall art that depicts local rural scenes and a colourful depiction of wildlife. Relax in the main living room with its stunning fireplace, then move to the dining room for a delicious meal with a glorious mural as a backdrop. The two other living spaces are also full of character.

All five bedrooms and bathrooms have their own personality, with a different mural and colour scheme. And each has an ensuite bathroom or shower room; several of which boast a chromotherapy shower for a super-soothing experience.

Villa Caterina sits within 10 hectares of traditional Mediterranean gardens. Cool off in the pool on sunny afternoons and spend evenings on the covered terrace with great food, drinks and company. The romantic pergola is another lovely place to take in the peaceful scenery all around you.

In less than 10 minutes you could drive to the town of Radicofani and be well on your way to the top of famous Fortezza di Radicofani. You could also be strolling around the tranquil park and gardens of Bosco Isabella.

The medieval towns of Cetona and San Casciano dei Bagni are short drives away. Cetona also has an impressive fortress to visit; 10th-century La Rocca. San Casciano dei Bagni is particularly known for its thermal baths, along with Chianciano Terme, which is around a 40-minute drive from the villa.

#### Features
Villa Interiors
Ground Floor (split-level)
- Entrance hall
- Living room with sofas, chairs, flat screen TV, fireplace, doors to outside
- Dining room with table for eight guests
- Kitchen with double fridge, freezer, ice maker, oven, microwave, stove, dishwasher, coffee machine, mixer
- Bedroom with double bed, ensuite bathroom with bath tub, chromotherapy shower
- Bathroom
- Laundry room with washing machine and dryer
First Floor
- Bedroom with double bed, ensuite bathroom with fixed shower over bath tub,doors to outdoor terrace
- Bedroom with double bed, single bed, ensuite bathroom with chromotherapy shower
- Living room with sofa bed, TV
Second Floor
- Bedroom with double bed, ensuite bathroom with fixed shower over bath tub
- Bedroom with double bed, ensuite bathroom with fixed chromotherapy shower
- Lounge with TV
Outside Grounds
- Swimming pool (12m x 4.5m, depth: 0.8m - 1.4m),open approximately May to end-October
- Pergola, terrace, seating, sun loungers, parasols
- Garden with lawn, pergolas, trees, flowers, plants
- Covered terrace with dining table for six guests, sofas
- Barbecue
- Gravel area with dining table for four guests
- Covered patio terrace with tables and chairs
- Pergola with seating area
- Parking
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning (bedrooms only)
- Sky TV
- Hi-Fi
- Bluetooth portable speakers

#### Location
The town of Radicofani is only a five-minute drive from Villa Caterina. But the villa also occupies a secluded location within the idyllic Val d'Orcia where views of Radicofani's famous hilltop fortress can be enjoyed. Even closer and on the doorstep are long walks through the surrounding countryside and rolling hills.

You can explore this part of the Val d'Orcia on two wheels too. Because not only is Radicofani the place to buy groceries and enjoy meals out, it's also home to an ebike rental shop. An experienced guide will take you on a wonderful journey through the lush landscapes as you learn more about the area.

Another fortress town to visit nearby is medieval Cetona. Dating back to the 10th century, La Rocca is a stunning sight to behold and also provides amazing views of Mount Cetona. Also visit San Casciano dei Bagni to see well-preserved medieval buildings, as well as the famous thermal baths. Chianciano Terme is also another great place to learn about and experience these thermal baths.

The Val d'Orcia region is rich in history, with the town of Sarteano having some of the very best examples of ancient Etruscan tombs in Tuscany. Necropoli Delle Piancce and the Sarteano Etruscan Museum are definite must-visits.

The region is also well-known for wine production, and the hilltop town of Montepulciano is just over a 45-minute drive from the villa. The town is famous for its vino nobile red wine and you can try some for yourself in one of Montepulciano's wineries.