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Tuscany Italy Vacations - Sitting amidst the triangle formed by Florence, Siena and Pisa, these vacation apartments have splendid views and a large swimming pool in the hills of Chianti.
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Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, Vecchia Sassa is a peaceful oasis - yet its strategic position offers easy access to Tuscany's marvellous mediaeval cities. Stay here with family, friends, or alone on a peaceful retreat.
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The apartments lie in the Chianti Hills, at the heart of Tuscany, and surrounded by splendid natural scenery at 350 metres above sea level. Vecchia Sassa overlooks the valley once known as the 'granary of the Etruscans' and which still preserves its antique beauty. Lying below the old village of Iano, you are handily close to all facilities. The bar, restaurant, market, news-stand and church are all easily reachable on foot.
This 17th century farmhouse was, until recently, abandoned, and has been brought to new life while fully respecting the standards of the old Tuscan rural traditions. Particular attention has been given to details and finishing touches. The swimming pool is a particularly nice feature, using a saltwater system, and enjoying marvellous panoramic views. It sits within a well-kept garden with hedges, flowers and oaks completing the oasis of Vecchia Sassa. Around the pool is a large sun terrace, with sunbeds and parasols. And from these gardens you'll enjoy some spectacular sunsets over the Chianti hills.
Once you head out from the vacation apartments, you'll find yourself in easy reach of the major tourist centres, such as San Gimignano, Volterra, Certaldo, San Miniato, Vinci, Florence, Pisa and Siena.
Vecchia Sassia has an arrangement with the nearby stables at Il Fregione, and your hosts can arrange long excursions on horseback among the spectacular hills hereabouts. You can play golf on the beautiful course at Castelfalfi (just 5km away), an 18-hole course, with practice greens and bunkers. Or there is marvellous walking around the estate - a superbly relaxing way to spend a day.
And if you feel like neither cooking nor driving during your vacation, then try the succulent dishes at the Tuscan restaurant in the village. During summertime, meals are served on the terrace here.
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