Il Lauro
3 Laurels

Cozy villa close to medieval town

Il Lauro (meaning ‘bay leaf tree’) is a typical 18th century Tuscan farmhouse lovingly restored and filled with the owner’s personal treasures and antiques – all carefully chosen to blend with Il Lauro’s authentic rustic ambience.

At the heart of the house, the kitchen features an open fireplace and cozy sitting area. From here, step through an 18thC door into the dining room, with its impressive arched doorway leading out to the covered terrace area and surrounding gardens. In fact, all the rooms on the ground level have access outside through beautiful French doors.

You can make your way upstairs to a covered loggia with comfortable seating, perfect for reading or taking in the lovely sunsets and views of Città della Pieve. The long and spacious living room  -- which used to be the kitchen -- has welcoming couches and another open fireplace. When combined with the heated terracotta tiles in the kitchen, this villa's details serve to make it a cozy retreat year-round.

Surrounded by woods, olive groves and hedges and only 15 minutes walk to the nearest medieval town, Il Lauro offers a truly authentic Tuscan experience for those who wish to sample la dolce vita.

Beds & Baths
Sleeps up to 4 adults and 2 children. Bedroom 1 (double, 63") and Bedroom 1A (double, 55") share bathroom with shower; Bedroom 1A is best suited to children since bathroom access is through Bedroom 1. Bedroom 2 (large double, 59"), en suite bathroom with tub and shower.
Living Space
Large sitting room with fireplace on the second floor and adjoining loggia, sitting area beside the fire in the kitchen, dining room.
Outdoors
Covered terrace off the dining room, small storehouse with a kitchenette perfect for preparing meals al fresco. Just below the house is the beautifully designed solarium, with wooden floor and a covered pergola area supplied with comfortable sun chairs and loungers. The Jacuzzi built into the stone wall (6'x6') is perfect for a refreshing dip or just relaxing, and is heated all year round. The after-dark lighting makes this terrace ideal for a romantic evening under the stars.
Household Amenities
The kitchen is well-equipped, with dishwasher, large sink, convection oven, espresso maker and many extras. Small summer kitchen with pizza oven and BBQ for outdoor dining. The house has ISDN, satellite TV, DVD, video, stereo system with CDs and books in Italian and English.
Notable Features
Unique decorative and artistic touches throughout the property. Delightful informal gardens and grounds with choice of secluded sitting areas. 15 minute walk to the nearest town of Sarteano, a walled medieval town with charming shops and restaurants. Easy access to the A1 for Rome or Florence.
Nearby Diversions
Sarteano (15min walk) for restaurants, cafés, shops; thermal spas in San Casciano dei Bagni (15min); Cetona (15min), Chuisi (20min), Cortona (45min), Montepulciano (30min), Montalcino (45min), Orvieto (1hr), Perugia (1h30min), Siena (1hr), access to the A1 highway (20min) for Florence (2hrs) and Rome (2h30min). Train station in Chiusi (20min). Fabulous Renaissance and medieval art, Etruscan and Roman ruins, vineyard visits, award-winning restaurants, local festivals throughout the season.
Outdoor Activities
Nearby tennis, horseback riding, roller blade park and hot air ballooning.
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
2
Children Allowed:
Yes
Max Occupancy:
6

Specialist Category:

Local Host
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Weekly:$9,400-10,300
Per BR/night:$450-495
‘We had a great time in Italy and our highlight was our Local Host and Il Lauro. We loved our week spent in Sarteano visiting the many hill towns and relaxing at the villa. ’
K.H. Yarmouth, ME