Il Mulino Tuscany
Il Mulino della Rinchiosa is an 18th century water mill which has been transformed into a beautiful rustic home.
The owners have tried to preserve as much as possible of the original features using either restored or local materials. The house is located in the heart of Tuscany, nestled in the Valdarno hills, just below the Pratomagno mountain range, famous for its beauty and for its many walking paths. It is also in the Tuscan triangle of Florence, Siena and Arezzo, all of them reachable by a short drive.
The property is surrounded by wild woods which runs through a spectacular stream, perfect for a refreshing dip on a hot summer day. Il Mulino is the ideal place for nature lovers, birdwatchers, hikers and peace seekers. Once you get there you will never want to leave! You will forget about your everyday life in this amazing place.
Il Mulino is composed of two buildings, the main house and a guest cottage. The main house can accommodate at least six people comfortably. Outside the front door is a dining area under a pergola that has a spectacular wisteria and a grape vine. On the ground floor there is a cozy entrance hall/reception room with a fireplace and stairs that lead down to the lower (mill) level. On the lower level there is a central study with a large writing desk, and a larger living room with a sofa (which can be transformed into an additional double bed), a television and a music system. Off the central room is a utility room, guest toilet and stairs to the first floor. On the first floor are three comfortable double bedrooms, one with en-suite bathroom with shower; the other two bedrooms share a bathroom with bath and shower. Abundant wardrobe capacity is provided in all of the rooms.
On the lower level is the best part of the house, the old mill. Here are the millstones and much of the original machinery - which has been completely restored and brought back to its original splendour. The mill forms the main dining room with a large table and a wood-burning stove. Adjacent to the mill is the kitchen that has up to date appliances in an antique setting. Glazed double doors from the mill and a large glass door from the kitchen lead outside to the river front. At the side of the house is an outside shower with a view of the countryside. You can follow this with a swim in the crystal-clear but invigoratingly cold stream which runs a few steps away.
The cottage has two double bedrooms (one of which is a convertible twin) and a bathroom with shower; it can accommodate up to four people. All of the rooms enjoy glorious views of the river and the surrounding mountains.
Il Mulino is set in a beautiful and well kept garden. Planting has been left predominantly natural and wild, with the use of local plants and flowers.
The owners gave much thought to the installation of the swimming pool. They wanted to respect the beautiful environment and have built a pool which seems to form a natural part of the garden, using a salt water filtration system which requires only minimal use of chlorine. Not only is this is an elegant and eco-friendly solution, sustainable and at ease with the environment, but it is also a safe and fun place to take a dip - and the water temperature is not quite as cold as the river!
Location Details
- For lovers of Italian culture, including Renaissance art, Arezzo is no more than 30 minutes away by car
- Forence 45 minutes and Siena about an hour
- The nearest town, Loro Ciuffenna, is listed in the 2010 edition of I Piu Belli Borghi d’Italia. This charming medieval town is a short drive away and is the perfect place either to stock up on fine local produce to take home and cook or (should you prefer) to sample the excellent choice of restaurants and bars.
Amenities
- Water
- Electricity
- Gas for cooking
- Bed and bath linen
- Basic necessities for kitchen and bathroom
- Laundry facilities
- Fire place
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Hair dryer
- Modern gas-fired central heating system
- Wood-burning stove
- Fully-equipped kitchen with storage room
- Electric oven and gas hob
- Kettle
- Portable barbeque
- Outdoor table with chairs
Bedroom Details
- 5 double bedrooms (1 convertible twin)
Bathroom Details
- 3 bathrooms; 1 cloakroom with toilet
Pool Details
- Th pool seems to form as a natural part of the garden using a salt water filtration system which requires minimal use of chlorine.
Staff Details
- Final Cleaning is included in the rates
- Extra maid service is available at an additional cost
- Grocery shopping prior to arrival is available at an additional cost
Villa Notes
- Parking area
- Telephone for incoming or local calls
- Heating is at an additional cost of € 150 per week
Tuscany Villa Notes
- Due to limited transportation in outlying and rural areas, a rental car is essential for stays at countryside villas in Italy. We are more than happy to arrange a car for you during your stay, please just let us know at time of booking.
- Please note that Italy villas rent from Saturday to Saturday. Exceptions may be possible on a case by case basis and upon request.
- The Italian government has implemented a Visitor’s Tax of €1.50 per person per day and applies to all overnight stays for the first seven days in the destination. This tax is payable to the local property manager.
Il Mulino villa rental rates
| Travel Dates | Bedrooms | Price / night | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Now to Jun 2, 2012 | 5 | €515 EUR | Check Availability |
| Jun 2, 2012 to Sep 1, 2012 | 5 | €658 EUR | Check Availability |
| Sep 1, 2012 to Oct 27, 2012 | 5 | €515 EUR | Check Availability |
| Oct 27, 2012 to Dec 22, 2012 | 5 | €386 EUR | Check Availability |
| Dec 22, 2012 to Dec 31, 2012 | 5 | €658 EUR | Check Availability |
Rates include: water, electricity, gas for cooking, bed and bath linens, final clearing and basic necessities for kitchen and bathroom. Other dates available on request; Easter, Christmas & New Year's Rates are slightly higher Security Deposit: €500
Special • 10% Off Sale
Il Mulino is offering a 10% off sale for travel from April 1-June 30th. This is for new bookings as of February 1, 2012.
Promotion is based on availability and blackout dates may apply. Can be applied to other periods upon request and according to availability.
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