Casa del Gruccione

Surrounded by broad manicured lawns, and draped with wisteria, honeysuckle and roses which soften the look of the sturdy stone walls, Casa del Gruccione is a spacious and comfortable villa, typically Tuscan in its décor and design. Its location within the La Foce estate brings many benefits, from beautiful views over wheat fields and woodlands, to a handy restaurant and tennis in the grounds, and additional services, on request, which could include wine tasting, riding lessons, or cook service at the villa. And within its own peaceful garden, a generously sized swimming pool is served by a pool house with a shower and outdoor kitchen; and a truly rural dining pergola, cloaked in vines, makes a shady spot for a long al fresco lunch. The villa has a twin room and summer lounge at ground level, and an exterior staircase to the upper floor, where four simply styled bedrooms join a spacious sitting room and charming country kitchen, with a rustic dining table and cool blue colour-washed walls. About 5km from amenities in Chianciano Terme, La Foce and its medieval Castelluccio play host to the annual art and music festival, ‘Incontri in Terra di Siena’.