Property Details of Tuscany House

Casina di Rosa is a wonderful opportunity for the independent traveller seeking privacy and a pleasant atmosphere. Use the house as a base for sightseeing trips or relax and experience daily life in a traditional Tuscan village.

The house consists of 4 rooms (kitchen, bedroom with double bed, living room and bathroom) and is furnished with original pieces and new items in traditional Tuscan style. The kitchen has all major appliances (including washing machine) and a working fireplace.

The house is located in Civitella Marittima, a small village that lies in the hills between the Tuscan Maremma and the Colli Senesi. The village, home to 350 people, was originally settled during the time of the Etruscans, but experienced its major development in the medieval period.

The area surrounding Civitella Marittima has been declared "Distretto Rurale Europeo": it remains one of the few areas in Europe in which nature still comprises the major economic resource. The uncontaminated environment makes this an ideal location for vacationers looking to immerse themselves in nature.

Casina di Rosa dates back to the end of the 19th century when it was built just outside the walls of the village by the Ardengheschi Counts.

The house is completely independent and has been recently restructured and it can comfortably accommodate up to 3 people.

The house can be heated by gas stove and fireplace in the winter months.

The bedroom is furnished with a king-size bed a large armoir and a chest of drawers for use by our guests.

The sitting room, has been recently renovated and furnished in a rustic style. It has two sofabeds, coffee table, side tables and a stereo.

The kitchen is fully equipped to allow our guests to be self-sufficient. It contains a gas stove, electric oven, refrigerator, toaster and electric kettle. There is a stone fireplace and a table and chairs for eating. Hot water is available throughout the house.

The bathroom is completely new and outfitted with fixtures from Ideal Standard: WC, sink, bidet and shower.

The veranda at the entrance to the house is ideal for sitting outside or for cooking on the barbeque.

The house is provided with TV, stereo, washing machine, iron, kettle, toaster, hair dryer, and electric heater for the bathroom. Towels are provided for the bathroom, and kitchen.

Upon arrival, a welcome basket with essential food items and local products.

Local Area Details

Civitella Marittima is home to 350 residents and offers all essential services.

There are 2 banks (the closest bank machine is 6km away though), 2 grocery stores, 2 bakeries, and various other shops (florist, ceramics, tobaconist, ecc.). The village also has a post office, pharmacy and clinic. In the village center there is a restaurant and a bar and less than 2km away there are two other restaurant/pizzerias.

A few steps from the house is a large public park, perfect for walking the dog or relaxing in the shade of the chestnut trees on one of the numerous benches.

It is possible to rent a car in the village with advance reservation.

The Surrounding Area

Civitella Marittima is well connected to the surrounding villages (Roccastrada 13km and Paganico 8km) and also to Siena and Grosseto: the village is only 1km away from highway SS223 that connects Siena and Florence to Grosseto and the Tyrrhenian coast.

Great cities of art such as Siena and Pienza, archeological parks such as Roselle, Pitigliano, Sovana and Sorano, or the fascinating Tyrrhenian coastal towns of Castiglione della Pescaia, Punt'Ala and Orbetello are all reachable in less than one hour's drive.

Florence, Pisa, Lucca and Rome are all reachable in about 2 hours. The village is well connected by the buses than run along the main Siena-Grosseto line.

For lovers of culture, a visit to the cities of art of the area such as Siena, Florence, Arezzo, Pisa and Lucca is highly recommended. It is possibile to visit any of these cities as a day trip, leaving from Casina di Rosa in the morning and returning the same evening, although to fully explore all of the treasures of even one of those cities would require months! Rome is easily reached by car or by train from Grosseto.

To experience the history of the region, we suggest a visit the the Etruscan-Roman ruins in the archeological parks found in Roselle, Pitigliano, Sorano and Sovana. The Etruscan Necropoli are a treasure of immense value and are to be found only in this area.
Also of interest are the numerous medieval castles and abbeys in the vicinity such as Abbey of San Lorenzo, San Galgano, Monte Antico, Casenovole, Poggio alle Mura, Pienza, San Gimignano, Volterra, etc.

For nature lovers, the surrounding countryside offers numerous trails for walks, hikes and mountain biking.
Nearby Monte Amiata features mountain trails and Monte Labro and the Argentario penninsula are home to two of Italy's largest national parks.
Casina di Rosa is an ideal base for those wishing to partake of the excellent hunting in the area. Local game is plentiful and includes wild boar, hare and pheasant. It is also possible to arrange excursions on horseback with a nearby riding farm.
The Tyrrhenian coast, which annually receives recognition for the quality of the water and its beaches, is only a short distance away. Soak up the sun on the beaches of Alberese, Castiglione della Pescaia, Punt'Ala, Argentario and the islands of Elba and Giglio. Natural hot springs are nearby and open to the public year round (Petriolo 13km, and Saturnia 20km).

Tuscany has a long tradition of fine cuisine. Here in the Maremma you can sample traditional dishes prepared with fresh, quality ingredients. Hunting is very popular in the area and many restaurants offer menus based on local game such as wild boar, pheasant, hare and deer.
For lovers of fine wine, we recommend a visit to the nearby vinyards of Montalcino, home to the famous Brunello wines, or to Montepulciano (Rosso di Montepulciano), Scansano for its Morellino, San Gimignano and Monteriggioni for the Chianti. Civitella Marittima is located in the Montecucco D.O.C. region. All local restaurants have an extensive wine list.

We are always happy to recommend other fine places to eat during your stay with us.

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Property Features

* Pets are allowed
* Children are allowed

Contact Information for Casina di Rosa Holiday Home in Tuscany Italy

Name:	Gloria
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