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Podere Simpatico holds a special place in our hearts and our history. This property was Doorways' very first villa, and it is still a favorite. Located halfway between Siena and Florence in the heart of Chianti, where Chianti Classico wine is made and can be sampled, the property is reached by way of a rough, hilly, winding country lane that takes you past woods and olive groves until you reach the farmhouse, where you will find privacy and peace. Shops and restaurants can be found 4 kilometers away in Castellina in Chianti, as well as other nearby villages (San Gimignano, Monteriggioni, etc). Florence is 20 miles away, and Siena is 18 miles. The nearest rail station is at Poggibonsi, 8 miles away.
Surrounded by 150 acres of farmland, olive groves,
forests and gardens, Podere Simpatico is the perfect setting for peaceful walks,
sunbathing, and exploring the countryside. A large swimming pool (15 x 36 ft) is set
downhill from the farmhouse in a small copse of trees. Horses can be rented nearby
and Simpatico has an arrangement with a bicycle shop in Poggibonsi to deliver
bicycles, if you reserve in advance. Tennis courts are found in San Donato, about
5 miles away, and golf at Ugolino on the edge of Florence, about 40 minutes away. Enjoy a glass of wine on the patio or by the pool and watch the sun go down in the glorious Tuscan hills as the distant villages light up.
The beautiful old farmhouse, courtyard and outbuildings
were partly built in the 15th century and restored for use in the 20th and 21st
centuries. In addition to the main farmhouse, there are five apartments, each with its own kitchen. There is an additional central kitchen and a large dining room that seats up to thirty guests. Ceilings are beamed and floors are terracotta. Arched windows and doors, typical of the area, have been retained and enhanced.
The property has just been taken over by the son of the original owner, who bought the property some 20 years ago and has been painstakingly restoring it ever since. Her son and his family now live on the property and have already begun updating and renovating. Watch for new photos soon!
Main
House at Podere Simpatico (14 people)
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Located on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the main
house, it offers: a large Tuscan farmhouse kitchen with a cavernous fireplace,
a large round table to seat 14, a gas stove top, a refrigerator and freezer, dishwasher,
microwave oven and cooking implements. There is also a living room with a large
fireplace, comfortable sofa and armchairs, and loft library, to which visitors
often contribute. There are seven double bedrooms each with its own unique character
with a large, comfortable bed, original antique furnishings, and en suite bathroom
facilities. One bedroom has twin beds, the others area all matrimoniale.
Some have a view across the hills to San Gimignano in the distance, some have
a balcony, others have a sitting area.
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La Terrazza
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A sunken terrace, which gives this apartment
its name, has terra cotta pots filled with flowers and herbs. The furnished terrace
is for your own use. Enter into the oldest part of the house, with a most beautiful
arch dating back to 1440. This is the living area, which includes a well equipped
kitchen. Another arch leads to a large bedroom with a queen-sized antique bed
and a single bed. The second bedroom has three single beds. Each bedroom has its
own bathroom. This is the oldest part of the original farmhouse.
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Il Caminetto
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Its unique corner fireplace gives this
apartment its name. There are two large bedrooms with en suite bathrooms (each
with a shower) and a room with fireplace that serves for sitting, cooking (no
oven), and dining in the style of Tuscany. The bedroom window views are simply
splendid. Outside this room is a small balcony and stairs leading down to the
ancient courtyard. Outside is a sitting area designated for this apartment. View
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Le Stalle
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A covered entrance (with picnic table) leads
to a light, spacious kitchen/dining area with fitted seats under the window. The
ceilings are beamed and the floor paved with terra-cotta. There is a double bedroom
with walk-in wardrobe and en suite bathroom. The second bedroom has a large arched
window, giving the room an open feeling and an en suite bathroom with shower that
is handicapped accessible. It is reached by walking through the first or by walking
outside to a private entrance. This apartment is next to the parking area and
is well suited for someone with walking problems and for anyone in a wheel chair.
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La Tinaia (2
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This well proportioned apartment has arched windows
that frame enchanting views. It was once used as a storage area for large wine
vats. The walls have been left in the natural local stone, and the fireplace has
been built by a local stone mason to match. As is the custom in Tuscany, the large
room with the fireplace is for dining, cooking and sitting. It has stained glass
windows on the arched entrance door. The pretty interior bedroom has antique furnishings;
the en suite bathroom has bathtub with shower, WC, bidet, sink and a window to
enjoy the view. A small outside furnished patio with garden furniture is for your
private use.
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Il Forno (2
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The ancient baking oven area has now been
completely transformed into the prettiest of cozy apartments. It is a perfect
size for lovers, with a small kitchen/dining area (no oven), a sitting room, a
small bedroom with double bed, and a bathroom with WC, shower and sink. The floors
are covered with old terra cotta tiles and the beams are oiled and polished. Outside
the kitchen window is a pebbled terrace area with table and two chairs under an
olive tree.
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