La Pietra Grezza ( The Raw Stone) is situated in a panoramic position among the rolling hills of
Tuscany,in the Chianti Valdarno area. Easily reached from highway A1,it is the ideal location to spend a
relaxing vacation in the Tuscan countryside,while at the same time being very near to the many cultural
sites in Tuscany. The farmhouse, completely restored in recent years,was once the mansion of the Hunting-Keeper of the adjoining Bisticci Castle (1450),and is surrounded by olive groves and a forest of chestnut trees,with cypress trees towering above and by large gardens,ensuring a peaceful and
pleasant stay.Solitude and privacy is guaranteed in this relaxing natural environment.
La Pietra Grezza Farmhouse let two apartments both to weeks and for longer periods up to 12 months.
The apartments,in characteristic Tuscan country style have cotto tile floors beamed ceilings and are completely furnished with televisions,dishwasher,refrigerator with freezer and centralized heating.
Only 18km from Florence,and a simple drive down the hill to the small village of Cellai,this lovely rural estate consists of a gracious large house divided into two apartments,each with their own private covered area for outdoor dining.
The apartments are comfortably furnished, with bed linens provided, towels for both kitchen and bath, and dish and cooking utensils.Centralized heating but to autonomous management with production of warm water. There is also a washing machine and drying racks conveniently located on the premises.Electricity and gas are included for weekly leases, and are pro rated by consumption for montly.
In the downstairs office there are internet, phone and fax services available for guests.Dogs and PayPal payments are accepted.
Apartment 1 " Antico Camino " - Sleeps 4/6
A typical, Tuscan farmhouse,there is an old threshing floor in stone in front of the entryway,with a lovely patio area with covered gazebo,table,chaise lounges and barbecue.There are two bedrooms,a matrimonial (queen size) and the other with two ornate twin beds,dating to over 800 years old.Both the rooms are endowed with taking Tv,first closets nine hundred and views overlooking the valley
below.The living area has a double sofā-bed, Tv, easy chairs, a round table with chairs. The bathroom consist of a sink,bidet,toilet and a shower with water-massage,locker and closet.The dining room has an old stone fireplace and old original stone sink under the window,oval rosewood table (6/8 places) along with a lovely china cabinet.The kitchen is completely furnished with a table and furniture which is wooden with marble ledges,kitchen to gas with ventilated oven,fridge freezer,toaster, dishwasher.The Garden, from the opposite part to the threshing floor,is composed of a vast lawn with fruit trees. There is private parking.
Apartment 2 "La Lilla" (The Lilac)- Sleeps 5/6
This apartment is located on the top floor,with an enchanting view of the Villa of Tower to Cona on one
side,and a beautiful view of the Valdarno from the other.The apartment is reached by a lovely terraced
staircase with flowers cascading from the rocks on one side and antique red roof tiles on the other. There is a lovely private lawn area with chaise lounges and a sun umbrella for relaxing in the evenings, with a peaceful view over the countryside. There is also a covered outdoor dining area with a table and chairs with barbecue, for "al fresco" meals with friends and family.This apartment is composed of two bedrooms,the master bedroom with an iron capoletto beaten painted bed (matrimonial or queen size),dresser and night tables,and a 900 year old closet.The second bedroom has three beds,two of which can be adjoined to make a matrimonial or queen size.There is also an antique wardrobe closet in this room and a dresser and night tables with bedside lamps.The bathrooms are fully modernized.The main bathroom has a sink,toilet and bidet and a large bathtub with shower. The small second bathroom has a sink and toilet.The sitting room has a television,leather sofa and two armchairs,two sideboards, built in bookshelves and a quaint antique stove for cold winter days.There is a large crystal and beaten iron dining table which seats eight.The modern kitchen has all the comforts you need,including cooking equipment,a dishwasher,refrigerator with freezer,gas stove and oven and toaster. There is private parking.
How to reach La Pietra Grezza
From North:
Exit motorway A1 at FIRENZE SUD, go on the the connection road and go out on on right for Bagno a Ripoli. Go on SP1 road for Bagno a Ripoli, San Donato in Collina, Troghi, Cellai.
At Cellai go on right for Bisticci and La Pietra Grezza ( there are the signals ).
From South:
Exit motorway A1 at INCISA, go on left for Incisa, take the first on the right, cross the Arno river and go on right on SP1 road for Burchio, Palazzolo, Le Valli, Cellai.
At Cellai go on left for Bisticci and La Pietra Grezza -there are the signals.