Niccolai - Torre Palagetto
San Gimignano (Siena)
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This farmhouse is part of Azienda Agricola Palagetto, a local concern which produces exclusive wines and fine extra-virgin olive oil, whilst offering high standard holiday accommodation in 5 comfortable and exclusive apartments at Villa Palagetto, in the medieval Torre Palagetto, and its annexes. In the vicinity of the medieval centre of San Gimignano, nestled in the rolling hills of the gorgeous Tuscan countryside, it is perfectly located for exploring Tuscany’s most prized art towns such as Siena (30Km), Florence (35Km), and Volterra (25Km).
Structure and accommodation
- Room only
- Bed & Breakfast
- Half board
- Restaurant
- Typical products on sale
- Credit cards welcome
- Swimming pool
- Pets allowed
At Villa Palagetto, which is part of estate, in the ancient farmhouses which developed around the majestic medieval tower Torre Palagetto and in the tower itself, there are 5 comfortable apartments named after ancient crafts and former uses:
Apartment Il Fattore: this building used to be the adobe of the manager of the farming activities. This first-floor apartment, which enjoys fine views of the medieval towers of San Gimignano, has been recently restored respecting the original features of the typical Tuscan country style. It consists of a cosy dining room with fireplace, a small kitchen and 2 double bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. Independent entrance, heating, natural conditioning, satellite TV. Perfect for families and couples of friends;
Apartment La Cantina: this building was originally used to store Vin Santo, the typical Tuscan dessert wine once considered the most precious wine of the estate and traditionally stored in large and airy rooms. This apartment is on the ground floor, it has its own independent entrance, and ancient wooden-beamed ceiling. It consists of a living room with kitchen area, one double and one single bedroom, both with ensuite bathrooms. The apartment is fitted with modern comforts such as heating, natural conditioning and satellite TV in both bedrooms. It is perfect for families with children;
Apartment L’Orcio: originally the precious estate extra-virgin olive oil used to be stored here. This ground-floor apartment has its own independent entrance from the private terrace and consists of a living room with a comfortable sofa bed, a kitchen area, and one double bedroom with ensuite bathroom. It has wooden floors, heating, natural conditioning, and satellite TV;
Apartment Mezza Torre: this first-floor apartment with independent entrance is located in the central part of the ancient watch tower, and enjoys stunning views of the hills around San Gimignano. It consists of a living room with a comfortable sofa bed and a kitchen area, a large double bedroom with a romantic four-poster bed, and an ensuite bathroom. The apartment is complete with heating, natural conditioning, and satellite TV;
Apartment LaTorre : three-story apartment with independent entrance, and a stunning 360° view of the surrounding hills. The first floor consists of a living room with fireplace, a dining room which opens into a lovely balcony overlooking the medieval towers of San Gimignano, and a small kitchen. On the second floor there is a double bedroom with its own bathroom, and on the attic floor, on top of the tower, there is a romantic double bedroom with a four-poster bed, arched windows, an ensuite bathroom, and satellite TV. Central heating, natural conditioning and satellite TV.
A delicious breakfast with a savoury/sweet buffet where guests can taste the finest Tuscan pastry and the traditional seasoned meats.
Inviting traditional Tuscan dinners, that in wintertime are served in the cosy atmosphere of Il Vecchio Granaio (the old barn) dining room, at Villa Palagetto; in spring and summertime dinners are served in the barnyard, under the stars.
Relax in the well-kept gardens and/or in the panoramic sun terraces, and for the most energetic ones, long swimming sessions in the swimmingpools.
How to reach us
How to reach us:
Address: Via Monteoliveto, 46 - - San Gimignano 53037 - San Gimignano Siena
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