Holiday apartment for max. 4 persons
Chianni, Central Italy, (Tuscany), Italy

A hidden gem in the Tuscan rolling countryside, raised 350 metres above sea level, Le Briglie apartment, set within the Villa Meletro, also known as "Il borgo della pace" with its fantastic panoramic terrace, woodlands and enviable position, resides near the small medieval village of Rivalto. With stunning views down the Valdera valley, the prominent location of the villa has maintained a sense of timelessness, peace and tranquillity. It is an oasis of calmness and harmony in which to indulge yourself and relax, but yet it is only 40 minutes’ drive from Pisa airport.. The villa is surrounded by fertile soil that produces a range of superior vegetables, fruits and wine. The nearby fields are host to vineyards, olive groves, fruit trees and cereals, whilst the wooded hills are home to the famous ‘Rivalto’ Chestnut along with a rich selection of flora and fauna.

A somewhat evocative name for the apartment, borrowed from a series of man-made dams, called precisely ‘le briglie’, built to slow down the stream at La Sterza running through the woods near Chianni. A large apartment of over 60 square meters, from which you can relax and enjoy the stunning views from this first-floor apartment. The apartment has two bedrooms each with two queen size beds and two well equipped and spacious bathrooms. On entering the apartment, you walk into a large living area with a dining table and chairs and a fully equipped kitchen. The furniture and fittings are of soft subtle shades that enhance the original Tuscan décor. The delicate colours are used give an air of peace and tranquility and instantly makes one feel relaxed and at home. In the lounge area there is a large sofa that converts into an extra double bed. Towels and linens are provided

The apartment has its own terrace over looking the sun terrace and pool. The apartment has chairs, a table, umbrella and BBQ for sole use. The villa has a large wood burning piazza oven and a sauna for the use of guests staying at Meletro.

Please note that Villa Meletro and this apartment can only be reached via a road that has not been surfaced (gravel path of about 800 metres) after leaving the village of Rivalto.

The villa is located on the outskirts of Rivalto, with the village centre being about 1km away. A good range of shops, cafes, bank, ATM and a post office can be found in Chianni 3 Km away. The villa is located close to many famous Tuscan landmarks. The città d’arte include Volterra, San Gimignano, Palaia and Florence making this a perfect base to explore the whole of Tuscany. Distances: Pontedera (mainline train station) 20 km, Volterra 35 km, Pisa (airport) 40 km, Lucca 50 km, Florence 80 km, Siena 80 km.