About Listing
Welcome to Isola Serena! Located in Castellina in Chianti in Tuscany, Italy, Isola Serena is a beautiful private luxury villa on 4 acres of land with the most breath-taking views in the Tuscan countryside. Covered in vineyards, olive groves, and captivating forestry, this brand new villa just finished restoration in June 2014. The villa was restored by local Italians of the highest standard to maintain the Tuscan culture, artisanal tradition, and craftsmanship, whilst complemented by modern furniture and amenities.
The main house is 4500 sq ft with 6 bedrooms and all ensuites, so there are 6.5 bathrooms and it can sleep up to 12 people. It includes a private large furnished terrace overlooking the countryside, a small private swimming pool, parking, barbeque area with gas and charcoal BBQ, full kitchen, dining and living room, library, free WIFI throughout property, satellite TV with 55" LED flat screen televisions and Blu-Ray players in the living room and master bedroom, Sony Playstation 3, surround sound stereo system with iPod connectivity, fireplace, laundry room in-house with washer/dryer, and all modern amenities. Please visit our Photo Gallery link to see pictures of our villa. CLICK RESERVE NOW to book with your credit card - safe, secure and fast reservations.
Reviews
Great place to celebrate and see Tuscany
Damian from Heathmont, Australia
Date: Sep-23-2016 for a stay in Sep 2016
Six Aussie couples traveled to Tuscany to celebrate my 60th Birthday and the venue lived up to all expectations: great location near Castellina in Chianti and the Tuscan countryside; close to Sienna and Florence; great balcony and great views. Easy to get to and central to many of Tuscany's great attractions.
Rooms are very comfortable and the villa was fully furnished -perfect for eating in or just relaxing. It had everything we needed for a great vacation. Natalia, the manager, provided prompt and professional service. Would recommend highly.
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Like a dream
Peter from St. John's, Canada
Date: May-25-2016 for a stay in May 2016
The best vacation we've ever had. Now will become a yearly pilgrimage. Owners and manager are fantastic. Property, villa and area are breathtaking.
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Amenities
Private luxury villa with 2.5 floors, 6 bedrooms and 6.5 baths. Private large furnished terrace and small private swimming pool. Parking in front of house. Breath-taking views of Tuscan countryside from kitchen, dining room, library, terrace, and BBQ area.
Private Amenities
| 24 HR Emergency Maintenance | Included |
| BBQ | Gas and charcoal BBQ |
| Check-In Assistance | Someone will be there to greet you and answer any questions at check in and check out |
| Complimentary Housekeeping | Mid-week cleaning and full clean at check out |
| Deck | Large furnished terrace overlooking Tuscan countryside |
| Dining Area | Included |
| Dishwasher | Included |
| DVD Library | Included |
| DVD Player | Blu-Ray player in living room and master bedroom |
| Fireplace | Included |
| Hairdryer | In all bathrooms |
| Internet Access - Wireless Internet | Free WiFi throughout property |
| iPod or mp3 Connectivity | Surround sound stereo system with iPod connectivity in living room |
| Iron and Ironing Board | Included |
| Laundry Facilities | Washer/dryer in home |
| Living Area | Included |
| Parking - Free Private Parking | Included |
| Patio | Large furnished terrace overlooking Tuscan countryside |
| Pool - Free & On Site | Small private swimming pool overlooking Tuscan countryside |
| Printer | Wireless printer |
| Satellite TV | Included |
| Stereo | Surround sound stereo system with iPod connectivity |
| TV-Digital or HDTV | Many Hi-Definition Channels. Living room and master bedroom have 55" LED HDTV flatscreen with surround sound stereo system and Blu-Ray player |
| Video Games | 1 Video Game (FIFA 2014) with Sony Playstation 3 |
| Yard - Private | Included |
Shared Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Additional based on usage consumption |
Location
Isola Serena is located in Castellina in Chianti, a town in the province of Siena and in the Italian region of Tuscany. It also lies in the heart of the famous Chianti Classico wine region and is surrounded by many popular vineyards. The villa is a 5 minute drive to town, and is 50km from Florence, 20km from Siena, and 250km from Rome. As the villa is located in its own oasis in the rural countryside, a car is highly recommended and considered essential. Cities Near By – Florence 50km, Siena 20km, San Gimignano 30km, Cortona 90km, Pisa 100km, Livorno 115km, Rome 250km. Local Towns Near By – Castellina in Chianti less than 5km, Radda in Chianti 15km, Greve in Chianti 25km
Google Maps: Isola Serena, Podere Isola, 53011 Siena, Italy
| Location | Tuscany |
| Area | Castellina in Chianti |
| Development | Villa |
Rates
All rates are listed in Canadian funds. Prices do not include taxes where applicable and are subject to change without notice. There is a 7 minimum night stay and all bookings can only be made from Saturday-Saturday.
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| Policy | Amount Required | Due Date | Payment Accepted |
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| Reservation Deposit | 25.00% of total | Due at time of booking | Online CreditCard via this website |
| Balance of Payment | Full remainder | 45 days prior to arrival | |
| Damage Deposit | $500.00 | Charge separately before arrival. | |
| Less than 45 days prior to arrival | Full payment | At time of booking |
Availability
| Available | Booked | Unavailable |
Suitability
Suitable For: |
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| Adults - Min Age to Stay: 25 | 25 years. |
| Non-Smokers Only | Absolutely no smoking inside villa. |
| Seniors | We welcome seniors. |
| Young Adult Groups 17-24 With Accompanying Age-Eligible Adult(s) | We welcome young adults age 17-24 only when accompanied by adults who meet our minimum age requirement. |
Not Suitable For: |
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| Graduation & Stag/Stagette Parties | Absolutely no grad, stag or stagette parties allowed. |
| Pets | No. |
| Subleased Tenants | Subleasing to other tenants not permitted. |
| Travel Reseller Bookings - no Referral Fee offered | We do not accept travel reseller bookings. |
| Wheelchairs | Property cannot accommodate wheelchair use and wheelchair access. |
| Young Adult Only Groups 17-24 | Young adult only groups age 17-24 are NOT permitted. |
Policies
For your privacy, security and convenience, we accept payment by Visa or Mastercard, entered through the secure on-line payment facility on this website.This property is reserved only when payment is made. All rates are non-negotiable. You will be contacted by the owner regarding your preference. (1) Double check my availability and rates. (2) Click Reserve Now! then click New Member. (Please fill in all the fields, especially your email address and phone number.) (3) Continue through the secure payment process, which takes only about one minute of your time.
Reservation & Cancellation Policies
| Arrival Days | Must be weekly rentals with Saturday arrival to Saturday departure |
| Cancellations Made by Guests | Cancellations made between date of booking, up to 65 days before arrival date carry a 25% penalty of accommodation cost. Cancellations made less than 65 days before arrival carry a penalty of 100% of accommodation cost. |
| Courtesy Hold Reservations | Sorry, no courtesy holds |
| Delayed Arrivals | Arrive anytime after 4:00pm |
| Delivery of Instructions and Access Information | Emailed when balance of payment is received |
| Guest Account Termination | The Owner or their Contact reserve the right to request permanent Guest account inactivation from this web sites technical administrators in the event of one or more of the following Guest actions: intentional property policy violation causing material damage or fines, Guest misrepresentation and/or fraud, intentionally defacing or damaging public or private property, breaking laws and bylaws, theft, public indecency, harassment, causing bodily or emotional harm & disturbing the peace after repetitive warnings. Guests will be notified by email of account termination. Guests may choose to appeal their account termination. Guests may be given the chance to reconcile with the Owner as a condition of preserving or reversing their account status. Account termination prevents the Guest from booking this or any other property that uses the same web site |
| Ineligible Guests Reservation Reversal | The Owner or their Contact reserves the right to cancel reservations made by, and refuse business to: Guests who do not meet the policies published in this property's Policies Table at the time of booking and past Guests known to have : intentionally violated rental property policies, damaged and/or defaced rental properties through intentionally destructive and/or negligent behavior, engaged in theft, broken local bylaws and laws, committed fraud or who misrepresented themselves, and Guests who have caused bodily or emotional harm to any third parties. Guests will be issued a refund by personal cheque. Refunds will be adjusted for any payment processing expenses |
| Late Reservation Payments | No refunds. We are not responsible for arrival delays. |
| Privacy | The Owner, their booking Contact and this web sites technical administrators agree to not sell, refer, rent or divulge to any third parties the names or personal information of their Guests without prior written consent from the Guests, except under force of law, or for law enforcement purposes relating to policy and property violation. The Owner and their booking Contact also agree to not use Guest personal information for any reason other than its original intended purpose without written consent from the Guests. Guests agree to not sell, refer, rent or divulge to any third parties the names or personal information of the Owner or their booking Contact without prior written consent from the Owner and/or Contact, except under force of law or for law enforcement purposes. Guests also agree to not use Owner or Contact personal information for any reason other than its original intended purpose without written consent from the Owners and their Contact. |
Guest Stay Policies
| Check-In Time | 4:00pm |
| Check-Out Time | 10:00am |
| Complaints Concerning Property | Report all property complaints or obvious damage caused by previous Guests to us immediately, by phone and by email as they become evident. Serious problems should be reported with supporting photographs. We will make our best efforts to rectify problems within 24 hours of notification. Failure to notify us of property-related problems while in the property and as they become evident, will forfeit any rights or claims against us regarding property condition after your departure. |
| Excessive Noise | Please keep noise to a minimum. We would like to maintain the peace and serenity of beautiful Tuscany. |
| Garbage Removal | Please take recycling, food and general garbage to designated areas. Information will be provided at check in. |
| Housekeeping | Complimentary before, mid-week touch up, and after departure. |
| Liability | Guest responsibility. Owner will not be held responsible for any accident or injury while in and around property for guest or guests of guests. |
| Locking Door | Guests are required to securely lock all doors and entrances when they are not in the villa and upon departure. |
| Maintenance Emergencies | Complete emergency contacts provided for booked guests. Refer to the villa welcome book for all emergency contact information. |
| Maximum Sleeping Capacity | 12 people maximum (adults and children) |
| Policy Updates | We reserve the right to make changes to our Policies |
| Property Damage | The Security Deposit is 500 Euro or equivalent in your own currency, and is collected on your arrival and held by the owner for the duration of your stay. Should you or your party cause any damage at the property contact us right away so that we can agree on a reasonable settlement. Damage includes, but is not limited to: property damage; excessive cleaning charges; lost, broken, or missing property items; all charges related to security/police involvement regarding property's occupants behavior/actions while on the property. |
| Rental Accommodation Zoning | |
| Terms of Eviction | Guests will be evicted for smoking within the property, pets within the property, presence of more than 12 overnight guests, and/or property damage to property area. Forfeit of all deposits/payments will occur in the event of eviction. |
Property Details
A front foyer leading to a large open area with fully equipped kitchen, living room, dining room, and library all looking out into Tuscan countryside. Large furnished private terrace and small private swimming pool. 6 bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms (all bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and modern rain showers).
Sleeping Areas & Beds
Master Bedroom
| Room Type | Private Bedroom (Has a door & windows) |
| Sleeps | 2 |
| Beds | 1 King (can split to singles) |
| Has Ensuite Bathroom | Yes |
| Floor Level | 2 |
Bedroom 2
| Room Type | Private Bedroom (Has a door & windows) |
| Sleeps | 2 |
| Beds | 1 King (can split to singles) |
| Has Ensuite Bathroom | Yes |
| Floor Level | 2 |
Bedroom 3
| Room Type | Private Bedroom (Has a door & windows) |
| Sleeps | 2 |
| Beds | 1 King (can split to singles) |
| Has Ensuite Bathroom | Yes |
| Floor Level | 2 |
Bedroom 4
| Room Type | Private Bedroom (Has a door & windows) |
| Sleeps | 2 |
| Beds | 1 King (can split to singles) |
| Has Ensuite Bathroom | Yes |
| Floor Level | 2 |
Bedroom 5
| Room Type | Private Bedroom (Has a door & windows) |
| Sleeps | 2 |
| Beds | 1 King (can split to singles) |
| Has Ensuite Bathroom | Yes |
| Floor Level | 2 |
Bedroom 6
| Room Type | Private Bedroom (Has a door & windows) |
| Sleeps | 2 |
| Beds | 1 King (can split to singles) |
| Has Ensuite Bathroom | Yes |
| Floor Level | 1 |
Bathrooms
Master Bedroom
| Is Ensuite Bathroom | Yes |
| Includes | Double Headed Shower, Hairdryer, Soap |
Bedroom 2
| Is Ensuite Bathroom | Yes |
| Includes | Double Headed Shower, Hairdryer, Soap |
Bedroom 3
| Is Ensuite Bathroom | Yes |
| Includes | Double Headed Shower, Hairdryer, Soap |
Bedroom 4
| Is Ensuite Bathroom | Yes |
| Includes | Double Headed Shower, Hairdryer, Soap |
Bedroom 5
| Is Ensuite Bathroom | Yes |
| Includes | Double Headed Shower, Hairdryer, Soap |
Bedroom 6
| Is Ensuite Bathroom | Yes |
| Includes | Double Headed Shower, Hairdryer, Soap |
Kitchen
Fully equipped kitchen with 2 Siemens fridge/freezers, 2 Franke ovens, Siemens dishwaser, Siemens range, microwave, and all modern amenities for the discerning chef.
| Aluminum Foil | Included |
| Blender | Included |
| Coffee Maker | Included |
| Cooking/Eating Utensils | Included |
| Dishwasher | Included |
| Espresso Maker | American coffee machine and espresso machine |
| Fridge | Included |
| Glassware | Included |
| Kettle | Included |
| Microwave | Included |
| Oven | Included |
| Stove | Included |
| Toaster | Included |
Living Area
Spacious living area with modern furniture, fireplace, and 55" LED flatscreen TV connected to surround sound stereo system and Sony Playstation 3 with Blu-Ray player. Adjacent to the fully equipped kitchen. 1 game (FIFA 2014) available for the kids.
Dining Area
Long wood dining table with 12 chairs overlooking the Tuscan countryside with breath-taking views.
Special Features
Brand new luxury villa that just completed restoration in June 2014. Breath-taking view of Tuscan countryside.
About Us
History
Isola Serena was originally a farmhouse that was part of the castle property, Castello La Leccia, which is mentioned in written historical sources as early as 1077. Most of the Chianti area was seized to the dominion of the Ricasoli family around the mid 1400’s. In the 18th Century, the Castle modified part of its structure and started to take on the appearance of a villa. In 1920, the entire property was bought by Great Grandfather Giuliano Daddi and in July 1944, during the second world war, parts of the castle were bombed and partially destroyed. The farmhouse was left untouched until it was recently purchased by a Canadian investor in 2013.
Today
In the summer of 2012, a Canadian businessman and entrepreneur was in Tuscany for vacation with his family and fiancée. They saw the farmhouse and instantly fell in love. With 4 acres of private land with the most breath-taking views overlooking Siena and covered in vineyards, olive groves, and forestry, they knew this was their dream home. After embarking on a 1 year restoration project and hiring all local Italians to maintain the Tuscan culture, artisanal tradition, and craftsmanship, this beautiful luxury villa is truly an oasis of serenity and perfection.
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