Villa i Laghi in Santo Stefano
How much history from the Etruscans to today! How much history from the Etruscans to today! When the mist covers the Val d'Elsa, Santo Stefano seems an island in a sea whitish. Coming from Montaione, after the rugged, bare, desolate, spectacular clays Collinella, Poggio Bruscolo and Broto A 'Leoni, be amazed, because here the landscape suddenly turns the page, showing the olive groves, vineyards, and woods down to the valley Orlo. Thanks to the great passion of daring entrepreneurs and as a result of tourism activity developed, this beautiful corner of Tuscany has not been forgotten, ' here are peace, land that has always worked and never corrupt, plenty of sunshine. '
The territory The estate of Santo Stefano is located it the municipality of Montaione (Florence), an important tourist center of the Val d'Elsa, just 50 km from Florence and not far S. Gimignano, Lucca, Pisa, Siena, Volterra and San Miniato; covers an area of ??approximately 500 hectares, contains within itself many farms with farmhouses (ex farmhouses), ponds, large wooded areas, landscapes alternate paths by vineyards, olive groves and rows of cypress trees and Suddenly they are interrupted by the harsh, bare and 'spectacular hills of clay' that form the backdrop to this (to-find / out of the traditional destinations) the destination.
History The castle of Santo Stefano with the VBorgo e Pieve is among those mentioned in the eleventh century. A castle with fortified city walls on a natural spur of tuff, part of the district of San Miniato in 1369 and subjected to Florence. The origins of the settlement, in all probability, are to be found much further back over time, even in Etruscan and Roman times, the period to which date the finds and still visible inside the archaeological site posts to the top of the hill of St. Stephen.
Different types of residence for guests! 'in your house are the other guests at Santo Stefano the others are your family'
Villa i Laghi in Santo Stefano today! “ Getting between these walls is like opening a treasure chest: evocative ambience and warm atmosphere; the promise of an experience full of emotions ” Following a complex and careful recovery program has provided for the gradual restoration of these old farmhouses in total respect of best Tuscan tradition. Santo Stefano has become so over the years a unique destination and sophisticated accommodation .
renovations have been meticulous in detail , thanks to the use of precious materials such as terracotta , ceilings wooden beams and terracotta tiles, and natural stone, the faithful reconstruction of windows and doors made ??of cedar wood , the large masonry fireplaces .
Each cottage has been designed in the interior in an original and different, highlighting the features of each and to create a different range of accommodation , but always with a chic and cozy mood , never forgetting the focus on comfort and services. Inspired by the interior of the forest and nature passes of the interior of Tuscan style to end up with more novel solutions to contemporary design inspired by An extreme attention to detail characterizes any setting .
A particular attention has been paid to the kitchen area , evoking feelings past the kitchen as the heart of the home, and where the guest can not escape the pleasure of good food and an invitation to dabble in ' culinary art.
Activities n this beautiful natural setting you can go horseback riding, explore the territory following routes for hiking, walking and mountain-bike.
Golfers and tennis enthusiasts will find just a few kilometers away the opportunity to practice these sports In superbly equipped facilities!
For lovers of good food and truffles, it will be wonderful to be guided nature tours, food and wine unique in the world!
Our facility is able to meet every need and every request of their guests: chef-massager, personal service, Helicopter transfers and much more. A specialized staff is at your service to make every little desire!
All bookings are direct with the owner 