Mimmi - Bravo Holiday Residences

Located near San Casciano dei Bagni, Siena. Sleeps 12 guests. 6 bedrooms and 6 baths

Villa Mimmi is located in the Val D'Orcia area, an unspoiled region of Tuscany, in the southern part of Siena. The property was designed with the new millennium in mind, combining spiritual relaxation, harmonious surroundings and modern amenities. The impeccable interiors include crisp, white linens, rich upholstery, custom-designed sofas and large table and lanterns to light up the evenings. The tastefully decorated oasis offers a beautiful outdoor swimming pool, which can be heated on request to be enjoyed in the off season as well. Villa Mimmi is within walking distance to San Casciano dei Bagni, a beautiful medieval village. There are superb quality wine tastings in the village and horseback riding nearby. Just a few steps from the villa is an old Roman spa offering therapeutic thermal spring waters and beauty/health treatments.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
1 master queen bedroom has access to the pool patio and a large en suite bathroom with large shower. 2 queen bedrooms and 3 twin bedrooms, all with en suite bathrooms with tub and handheld shower. Rooms are spacious and very stylish in their interior design, all with walk-in closets and French doors with access to the front garden.

Living Spaces
The high ceilings in this villa give a great feeling of space and tranquility. The ground floor features a large living/dining room with fireplace and access to pool patio, entertainment center with large TV and music system. The special layout provides direct access to the outdoor lounge area and pool from the living room. The kitchen opens onto the back garden and has views of the Tuscan hills.

Outside Features
Beautiful heated swimming pool surrounded by eclectic outdoor furniture. Comfortable terrace to work, eat and relax.

Amenities
The villa provides washer, dryer, iron and fully-equipped kitchen on the premises at disposal of the guests. Satellite TV, DVD, stereo, high-speed internet., hair dryers, telephone, fax Prestigious healing thermal spa is within walking distance.

Special Characteristics
The interior design is impeccable: crisp white sheets, custom-designed furniture, and beautiful crockery. An array of lanterns surround the pool patio. The villa is within walking distance of San Casciano dei Bagni, a beautiful and unspoiled village with restaurants and shops.

Villa Rental Rates
Villa Mimmi rents from $7,813 - $19,444 per week. Contact us directly for a quote and for information about special offers.

Montalcino - 1.5 hours
Siena - 1.5 hours
Florence - 2 hours
Rome - 2 hours

Electricity, water, heating and final cleaning included
Pool heating included

Portable A/C is available for a fee – must be requested in advance (approximately €150 per unit per week)

Daily morning cleaning included up to 4 hours – except Sunday

Staff is available from 6-9pm to cook and serve dinner (except Sunday). Cost of food not included

Extra cook services on request: €15 per hour

Laundry (washer and dryer) and ironing facilities on the premises at disposal of the guests

Towels changed daily, sheets changed once a week. Additional linen change for the entire house: €160

Gardener and pool maintenance service included

Telephone charges extra

Babysitting service, on request: €15 per hour
Crib and high chair available upon request

Security deposit: $3,000 to be held at the agency

While other parts of Tuscany have developed industries that have done much for the economy but little for the landscape, the "Crete Senesi" area and the neighboring "Val d'Orcia" have largely remained true to their early agricultural vocation. Today this means local products of outstanding quality, made with traditional methods and skills that are handed down from generation to generation. The best-known of these are Montalcino's distinguished Brunello red wine and the Vino Nobile of Montepulciano, both of which are the perfect complement to dishes based on the wild game of the area: pheasant, quail, hare, and wild boar. Likewise, the Pecorino cheeses made with ewe's milk from the Pienza pastures are now in great demand. One of the best food stores in the Pienza area is La Cornucopia (2 Piazza Martiri della Liberta) where you can find sweets, honey and cheeses.

While visiting the famous wine producing town of Montalcino and the artistic jewel of Pienza, you will be fascinated by their charm and history. Montalcino has a wealth of superb paintings and sculptures that make its beautifully renovated museum such a remarkable attraction. Pienza's beauty was used as a backdrop to Franco Zeffirelli's masterpiece: "Romeo and Juliet."

Recommendations
Restaurants

Taverna del Grappolo Blu Tasty home made pastas and excellent meats to accompany the warm, rustic interior and friendly service. English speaking staff.

Ristorante il Moro Home-style cooking, popular with the locals.

Latte di Luna Excellent local cooking: homemade pasta and meats. Popular with the locals for the roasted pig.

Ristorante Daniela Tuscan cuisine at its best and a favorite to locals.

Pizzeria La Fornarina Great pizzeria and bakery for groups traveling with children.

Mondo X, Ristorante La Frateria, at Convento di St. Francesco One of the most elegant restaurants in the area with prix fix and a la carte menus. Beautifully set in a historical convent. Easily €100 per person.

Osteria Vecchia Excellent Tuscan cooking and local favorite. Nice variety of fresh seasonal and regional dishes, superb homemade pastas, great value for the money. Closed Tuesdays in low season

La Grotta A classic restaurant with refined foods and a great selection of Vino Nobile wines.

Osteria Da Gagliano Excellent Tuscan cooking in a classic small Osteria.