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The estate of Montestigliano is composed of a group of restored 18th century houses and farm buildings. All are unique and restored to retain the original features common to Tuscan architecture. Such features as whitewashed walls, beamed ceilings and terra cotta tiled floors. Each villa has a fully equipped kitchen, bed and bath linens, washing machine, iron, telephone and barbecue. One of the villas is equipped to accommodate guests with disabilities. All have central heat. Villa Donati – Sleeps 12 (3,500 square feet) Villa Donati, known as the ‘Fattoria’ (the farmhouse) in Italian, was the original house on the estate. It was built around 1700 by the well-known Roman noble family Aldabrandini as a country lodge. Its grand proportions and fine architectural features give the house the feel of nobility.
Half landing: 1 twin bedroom, bathroom with shower and bidet. First Floor: Large sitting room with fireplace, 3 queen size bedrooms (one with washbasin), 1 twin bedroom. Casa Luisa – sleeps 10 (1900 square feet)
Casa Marta – Sleeps 6 (1200 square feet)
Living room with wood burning stove, kitchen, 1 twin bedroom, 2 queen bedrooms, 2 bathrooms one with a tub and one with a shower. Casa Ropoli Sotto – Sleeps 6 (1350 square feet) This casa was also used as housing by the farm hands in the early Casa Ropoli Sopra – Sleeps 4 (800 square feet)
Casa Massimo – Sleeps 4-6 (1050 square feet)
Large open plan living room with fireplace and sofa bed for 2 persons, adjoined dining room and kitchen. 1 queen size bedroom, 1 twin bedroom, bathroom with tub and shower. Casa Adriana – Sleeps 4 (1200 square feet)
Virginia 1 and 2 Named after Virginia 1 – Sleeps 4 (800 square feet) Large living room with open fireplace and sofa bed for 2 persons, kitchen, 1 queen size bedroom and 1 twin bedroom, bathroom with shower. Casa Virginia 2 – Sleeps 4 (600 square feet) Living room with wood burning stove, kitchen, 1 queen size bedroom and 1 twin bedroom, bathroom with shower. Casa Damiano – Sleeps 3 (600 square feet)
Villa layout
Montestigliano... Something For Everyone Under The Tuscan Sun |
Ground floor: Large entrance hall, dining room, living room, kitchen with large open fireplace and dining in capabilities and dishwasher, large bathroom with a shower and washing machine, 2 single bedrooms.
The ground floor opens to a beautiful garden with fruit trees, grape arbor and breathtaking views of the olive groves and cypress lined woodlands.
A fine example of a traditional 'Casa Colonica' with open arched balcony, an external covered staircase leads to a furnished loggia facing west which enjoys spectacular sunsets and peaceful views of the woodlands. There is also a partly covered terrace to the rear, which faces east overlooking the surrounding countryside, the skyline of Siena and the Chianti hills in the distance, where you can enjoy the sun, dine under the pergola or barbeque. This is our most recent conversion. Comprises: Large open plan kitchen with original hearth, dining and living room; 3 twin bedrooms; 2 double bedrooms; 4 bathrooms (2 with bathtub, 2 with shower).
Casa Marta was converted in the 1960’s by ‘Nonno’ (grandfather) Donati as a place for the grandchildren to stay. It is a large, airy casa with private access on the ground floor with an internal staircase leading to the first floor living quarters. A back door opens to a beautiful, secluded garden overlooking woodlands.
years. In fact, Aldo and Dino Belingozzi were born here and still work on the farm today! This large spacious casa has three levels overlooking the olive groves. Enter on the ground floor into a large living room/dining room; a stone staircase leads to an eat-in kitchen and back door opening to a semi-covered terrace with the original baking oven. A further short flight of stairs leads to the second floor with half bathroom, reception room, 1 queen size bedroom, 2 twin bedrooms, two bathrooms, one with a tub and the other with a shower.
This casa is approached by an external staircase leading to a loggia. It faces south with long views overlooking woodlands and the plain below. Open plan living room and dining room with large traditional alcove fireplace, kitchen in corner. 1 queen size bedroom, 1 twin bedroom, bathroom with tub and shower.
Originally a center of activity for the collection and selection of grapes this casa was a barn where Vin Sato was made, and attached to it was the dovecote that is now the kitchen. This is a charming house standing independently within an olive grove. Access is by an external staircase. The house is surrounded by a private garden and a terrace to the side overlooking the olive grove and orchard.
This casa is named after the owner’s wife Adriana Donati. It is newly restored with special accommodation for guests with disabilities. This two bedroom, two-bath unit is at ground level with beautiful vaulted ceilings and magnificent views to the east. It is adjacent to one of the swimming pools; there is a private covered, paved patio. Open plan living-dining room; kitchen. 1 queen size bedroom, 1 twin bedroom; 2 baths, one with handicapped accommodations.
a Donati daughter, Casa Virginia was originally a workshop that was converted at the beginning of this century to a farm dwelling. The two Virginia house’s are on the first floor of a separate building, with access gained by external steps leading to a covered balcony. Each has a private entrance. The Casa faces south overlooking olive groves and cypress avenues with a large shared garden below. This is a great choice for two families or groups of friends but can also be rented separately.
Originally a house where farm hands used to live, Casa Damiano stands independently with breathtaking views. This charming casa faces southeast towards Orgia and surrounding woodlands and is perfect for 2 to 3 people. 
