Podere Salicotto is situated on the top of a hill, straddling the Crete Senesi and the Val D'orcia, a Unesco heritage site, and so enjoys stunning views rolling away in every direction. To the north-west the profile of Siena merges into the horizon while the sky burns with the sunset colours, to the south Montalcino’s hilltop lights and Mt Amiata, and to the east the colours of dawn and the village of Chiusure, near the abbey of Monte Oliveto Maggiore.
The Estate is just 2km away on a paved road from Buonconvento, a medieval village dating back to '1100. Here you can find everything you need including: a pharmacy, doctors, 3 banks with Cash Machines, Coop supermarket, shops, restaurants and pizzerias, bars , car tire dealer, mechanic, train station (with trains to the North: Siena, Florence, Milan and to the South Grosseto, Rome, Naples), bus station, local police.
Siena is 27km north of Podere Salicotto, Florence is at 100km, Pisa at 150km, Rome at 210km, Neaples at 410km.
The “celeste” double room has an impressive view. To the south, Montalcino at only 15-minute drive away. To the northwest, Siena.
This welcoming and comfortable double room is ideal for slow travelers who know how to relish every feature. A harmonious and relaxing atmosphere, elegantly furnished, with all creature comforts. This large room is fully equipped with Air-conditioning/heating, Wi-fi, tea kettle, complimentary bottle of water, info about the area, bathroom with shower, window, hair-dryer, natural soap.
Services available:
. Sweet and Savoury Italian Breakfast with homemade bread and pie, organic jam, local products, eggs as per your wish, served beneath the arbour
. 7x14m Infinity Salt Water Pool with amazing views, exclusive relax area for every room with deckchairs and umbrella.
. Fully equipped outdoor kitchen with Bbq
. Wine Cellar with “Honor System” available 24/7 with Rosso and Brunello wines from niche Montalcino producers.
Others services on demand:
. Cooking Class
. Dinner at Home with Silvia and Paolo (min. 8