VILLA GELSO
Sleeps 10 + 3 children (2-9 years old)
Bedrooms 5, Bathrooms 3
Pisa – Tuscany, Italy
Located near several charming towns of Tuscany, between Pisa and Florence, the estate comes with its alfresco terrace wrapped by a secular wisteria plant, a terrace in cotto tiles set on a panoramic spot of the Tuscan hills. The interiors include two spacious living rooms, an inside and outside dining area, a well-equipped kitchen, and a pool with a terrace.
On the sweeping grounds, there is a salted water pool, a solarium with sun beds, and an alfresco area with tables and chairs. Hidden away, yet very close to a village center, this estate offers five bedrooms decorated in elegant style with color-washed walls in happy shades, contemporary fabrics, and several bespoke furnishing by local Italian artisans.
The interior of the property measures 400 square meters and it can accommodate a total of 10 adults, plus 3 extra friends or children.
Best used for 10 guests in total. The estate also includes 650 square meters of private grounds, gardens, and private property.
ACCOMMODATION
- Bedroom 1: Twin size bedroom, private bathroom with shower, AC
- Bedroom 2: Double King size bedroom, private bathroom with shower (shared with bedroom 3), AC
- Bedroom 3: Double King size bedroom, private bathroom with shower (shared with bedroom 2), AC
- Bedroom 4: Twin-size bedroom, private bathroom with shower (shared with bedroom 5), AC
- Bedroom 5: Double King size bedroom, private bathroom with shower (shared with bedroom 2), AC
FEATURES & AMENITIES
- Sat TV and DVD
- Tables for dining for 10 guests
- Sofa lounge area
- American Coffee machine
- Espresso machine
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice maker
- Swimming pool with salted water and hydro jets
- Air conditioning throughout
- Wi-Fi inside and outside by the pool
- Close to Volterra, San Gimignano, Florence and Pisa
- Alfresco dining, relaxing, authentic Tuscan life
- Â 650 sqm of private land
- Child’s playground with swing
- Boule court
- Table tennis table
- BBQ
- Alfresco area with table for 10 guest wisteria
- Several alfresco areas, for dining or relaxing
- Laundry is in a greenhouse situated on the lowest level of the garden
- Parking area for 3 cars
- 5 hydro massage spots
- Chairs and umbrellas for all guests
- Nearby alfresco area with sofas and chairs
THE PRICE INCLUDES
- Housekeeping Service, 1 person of staff for 4 hours on arrival only from 11 am to 15 pm);
- Change of all linen once a week (Saturday);
- Complimentary wine tasting offered by the owner – Please note that more hours of cleaning may be needed, depending on the size and habits of the group: our team will
automatically increase hours and/or staff if needed, to be accounted as extra, in order to maintain the house tidy and ready for current and upcoming guests); * = Low Season includes a number of off-season promotions and prices, please enquire for special rates
THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- T.P.T (Travel Planning & Tax) fee applies for each booking, its amount is linked to the number of guests and it has a flat-rate value of €340. This amount guarantees the travel planning time, performed by a dedicated travel planner, the remote emergency service active 24/7, the check-in at 4 pm on arrival day, including property status control and its report, and the check-out at 10 am, featuring the property damage control at 8:30 am on check-out day, finally, the detailed accounting of services ordered and the touristic taxes (flat-rate)
- AVAILABLE AT EXTRA COST
– Concierge service (see box below)
– Gas (Heating) consumption when requested is forfeited at the daily cost of €98 plus 22% VAT per day
– Electricity (Air Conditioning) when requested is forfeited at the daily cost of €58 plus 22% VAT per day
– Chef & Meals according to the current price listing must be prepaid
DISTANCES
- San Gimignano 35 km (45 min)
- Vinci 58 km (50 min)
- Siena 75 km (80 min)
- Florence 73 km (80 min)
TERMS OF PAYMENT
A deposit shall be paid for confirmation and it’s 50% of the rental plus taxes
Balance must be paid a maximum of 90 days prior to arrival and it consists of 50% of rental plus 20% of gross rental (of which 10% for Damage Deposit and 10% of Refundable Advanced Provisioning Allowance).
CANCELLATIONÂ
Bookings canceled 91 days (or more) prior to arrival are subject to a 50% cancellation charge.
Bookings canceled 90 days (or less) prior to arrival are subject to a 100% cancellation charge.
The same provisions, as to the calculation of penalties, will apply to requests for Rental date change.
- No smoking
- Check-in is anytime after 4 PM
- Check out by 10 AM
All credit card holders must be aged 21 years and older at check-in. Saturday to Saturday bookings only. According to Italian law (ART. 109 – TULPS), the owners and/or managers of any touristic structure are required to register their guests with the authorities prior to allowing their access to the facilities. In order to facilitate the registration process, you will be required to provide complete contact details (name, last name, address, telephone number etc.), a copy of the passport, and the authorization to hold these details in accordance to law (D. Lgs. 196/2003) on privacy protection, prior to your arrival at the property. This information cannot be used to promote, sell, solicit any service or product to you and is required only for the individual responsible for the rental agreement. Safety deposit by cash is collected on arrival.