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Country Home in Italy Campagnatico, Tuscany |
The Villa Bellaria, situated right in the picturesque village of Campagnatico with its stone streets and houses and magnificent views over the Ombrone Valley and up to Mount Amiata, retains the authentic flavor of a noble country home from centuries past. Credit goes to gracious hostess Luisa who oversees the 900-plus-acre property, once belonging to such powerful families as the Aldobrandeschi and Medici. It was partially destroyed during World War II, and completely restored by the Querci della Rovere family. Talented Luisa runs not only the hospitality activity but the entire farm as well, while her husband produces Morellino wine from another property. With its large surrounding balustraded park with cypress-lined trails and swimming pool, one forgets that it is all part of the actual town (with its many conveniences). Two apartments are situated in a wing off the main villa and the other newer but characteristic ones are spread out on three floors in the transformed olive press building. They have either one or two bedrooms, bathroom, and sitting room with kitchenette and are appointed with the family’s country furniture. This is a lovely base from which to explore a vast number of prepared and varied itineraries. Directions: From Siena (55 km) or Grosseto (20 km) exit from highway 223 at Campagnatico and continue for 4 km to the town. The villa is the second right in town—drive up to a green gate. Rates:
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