100 m² House ∙ 1 bedroom ∙ 3 guests | House in Stia with Pool
1 Bedroom House in Porciano, Stia
The medieval watchtower above the Arno Bridge is on the outskirts of the medieval town of Pratovecchio. It was built in the 11th century by the Conti counts and it is the oldest building in town, along with the ancient stone walls of Pratovecchio.
You can spend a fabulous holiday here, transported back to the Middle Ages. After careful restoration, the tower has been converted into an independent and magnificent holiday residence, providing all the necessary comfort and air conditioning. The medieval tower is on three floors and has a total of 100m² of living space, including the terrace. The entrance is on the first floor, accessed up typical wooden stairs (33 steps). The entrance area with cloakroom space provides access to the 20m² bedroom with majestic walls, restored conscientiously. The walls have decorative elements that evoke feudal times and feature typical shooting slits facing the Arno and the garden. The bedroom has an en-suite bathroom (4m²) that takes account of the architectural forms of the tower and provides a WC, bidet, shower and ancient washbasin made of marble. Stairs lead from the entrance area to the light living room (28m²) with an antique sofa, armchairs, satellite TV, a dining table with four chairs, a wall cupboard and a little wooden kitchen unit. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge-freezer, dishwasher, oven, stove with two rings and an antique sink made of marble. The living room-kitchen has stairs leading up to a gallery (10m²) with a comfortable single bed and another bathroom with external decorations portraying the castles in the region. It has a WC, bidet and washbasin. Some steps lead from the gallery to the panoramic terrace. Internet access can be booked for a fee on request.
The highlight of the tower is without a double the magnificent panoramic terrace (35m²) with a view of the Valle del Casentino, the medieval castles of Poppi, Romena and Porciano. The terrace provides a whirlpool, lighting, a hanging garden, a barbecue built of lava rock, drinking water, a dining table and tables. You can enjoy romantic candlelight dinners here under a starry sky.
There is a pool 1.5km away, shared with other guests. The owners receive guests with their specialities prepared on arrival and once a week. There is no washing machine in the tower, but there is a launderette in the centre of Pratovecchio.
The Adriatic coast is about a 90-minute drive away and the Tyrrhenian Sea a two-hour drive away. You can also swim in the lake 1.5km from the centre of Pratovecchio, or in the Arno River in Stia. You can go on trips to the zoo at Poppi, the della Verna pilgrimage church, the Camaldoli hermitage and the Foreste Casentinesi National Park. Florence and Arezzo are a 50-minute drive away, Siena 80km. It is just an hour and 5 minutes by train from Arezzo to Rome with the express train, so it is possible to go on a day trip there.
House information: 2nd single bed; Agritourism; Altitude above sea level: 400 m; Bathrooms: 2; Bedroom; Castle; Detached building; Exceptional object; Historical building; Hot tub; Property area: 50 m²; Total number of floors in the building: 3; Year of construction: 1000; Year of renovation: 2021;
Living area: Cable-tv; DVD-Player; Iron; King-size bed; Radio; Satellite-tv; Woodburning stove;
Bath/WC: Hairdryer; Shower; Sink; Sink; Toilet; Toilet;
Kitchen: 2 plate stove; Coffee machine; Coffee pad machine; Dishwasher; Espresso machine; Freezer; Freezer; Fridge; Gas stove; Microwave; Oven; Toaster; Water boiler;
Other: Air conditioning; Baby chair; Child/baby bed; Common pool; Fish gutting place; Fishing; Heating; Pets allowed: max. 2; View; Wifi;
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Is this Porciano house pet-friendly for guests?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the Porciano house have a swimming pool?
Yes, this Porciano house has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in Porciano house?
Best-rates for the Porciano house starts from $214 per night with includes Laundry, Air Conditioner, Pool, Balcony/Terrace, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Entertainment, Kitchen, Parking, Pet Friendly, TV, Sports/Activities, Internet With all other amenities included. Treehouse Rentals offers a wide range of treehouses, forest homes, cabins, and off-grid retreats, ensuring each traveler discovers their ideal nature getaway—be it a family adventure, a peaceful retreat, or a pet-friendly retreat with the whole group.
Is Porciano house a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is not considered to be a family-friendly property. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has not specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the Porciano house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Porciano house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the Porciano house?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Porciano house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for Porciano house?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Porciano house are as follows: 100 percent refund on cancel between 61 days, 50 percent refund on cancel between 35 days, 20 percent refund on cancel between 2 days, 5 percent refund on cancel between 1 days Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
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