A Little Melodrama

A Little Melodrama: Tuscany

On the slopes of Monte Cove, this Tuscan home is surrounded by eighteen acres of woods and olive groves. Each outdoor spot has been designed to make the most of those rolling countryside views – from the Roman-style pool with its integrated hot tub, the vine-covered gazebo with its dining table beneath, and even from the grill-masters station at the built-in barbecue. Inside, the villa is all old-world charm and you can picture 18th-century families escaping to Tuscany here; think terracotta floors swathed with Moroccan rugs, and wrought-iron beds under dark-wood beamed ceilings in the bedrooms. There are several lounges to choose from, set around stunning original fireplaces and furnished with antique dressers. Two kitchens mean there’s more than enough room to cook – embrace the spirit of Italy with the pizza oven in the main kitchen. You’re 2km from the village of Monsummano Terme, which has all the essential shops and a handful of local eateries, and local attractions like the Giusti Grottos and Monsummano Caves are within a fifteen-minute drive.

Home truths:
*The swimming pool is open from April 12th until October 11th
*The owners live in a villa nearby, but this home is completely private
*Bigger groups can book the neighbouring villa as well for a total of 30 guests – ideal for a celebration or big reunion
* A final cleaning fee, air conditioning and heating fee are to be paid at the villa in person