Description
This luxury villa in Tuscany is the perfect place to experience outdoor living at its best. Villa Pierino occupies an enviable spot on the side of the hill, tucked in between forest, vineyard and olive groves, and with spectacular views out to the beach, lagoon and yacht club.
The villa’s stunning gardens are a treat for the senses. Wander among olive groves, terraced vineyards and under wisteria-heavy pergolas, with the heady scent of rosemary following you everywhere. There’s also a very well-stocked kitchen garden and there’s no nicer way to spend a morning than out in the sunshine selecting fruit and vegetables from the ground to take to the lunch table.
After a long afternoon spent relaxing in the sunny infinity pool, wander over to the adjacent barbecue terrace for an evening meal. This outdoor kitchen area also has a covered dining spot to seat 12 – the perfect place to spend the evening, watching the sun set over the sea over a few bottles of Tuscan red wine and a meal of local meats and fish with veg straight from the garden.
On cooler evenings, the villa has a very cosy living room for you to enjoy, with a wood fire, deep, comfy sofas and a warm, neutral décor. The entire property has been expertly renovated by a renowned architect from the Poltrona Frau family. Natural materials and a muted colour palette bring a really relaxing atmosphere. Each of the bedrooms are individually decorated for a unique home-from-home feel, too.
With the addition of a games room, gym and all the mod cons you could need, you’ll find you need hardly leave this beautiful property during your stay, but there is lots to do right on your doorstep in this totally charming part of Tuscany.
Location
This luxury Tuscan villa is perched on the side of a hill beneath a vineyard and olive grove in the town of Porto Ercole in Argentario. It has views out over the beach, yacht club and lagoon.
The villa is a 15 minute drive to the beach and is 4km away from the bustling port town centre with all its shops, cafes and restaurants. Please note that access to the villa is via a 3.6km narrow, hilly road. The road is tarmac however there are some potholes to be aware of.
The nearest airports are Rome, which 1 hour 45 minutes away. Pisa airport is also 2 hours 15 minutes drive away, whilst Florence is 2 hours and 30 minutes away.
Inclusions
Please call +44 (0)203 432 7784 for rates and the latest availability.
Rate includes:
Firefly pre-arrival concierge service
Mid-week linen change
Daily housekeeping
Villa concierge service
Please note that the cook is available to prepare simple Italian meals at an additional cost.
Food and drink is charged separately.
Bedrooms
Villa Pierino sleeps 14 people across seven bedrooms.
Bedroom one
Master bedroom with double bed, lounge area and terrace access with en-suite bathroom.
Bedrooms two and three
Double bedrooms with separate bathrooms, sea views and a small balcony.
Bedroom four
Double bedroom with separate bathroom and access to the terrace.
Bedroom five
Double room; en-suite bathroom and access to the terrace.
Bedrooms six and seven
Double bedrooms with double beds and bathrooms.
Villa Pierino also has a sister villa, Villa Aura, within the same estate which can be taken to sleep up to an additional 6 people. The two villas are private due to their hillside location but only about 3 minutes on foot via a steep road or a number of steps.
Please note that although Villa Pierino has 7 bedrooms it is best suited to groups of 12.
Dining
You’ll be handed a champagne cocktail to welcome you on your arrival at this luxury villa in Tuscany and get your break off to the right start. Lingering over long, relaxed meals is one of the best ways to spend your time here.
The lovely dining room seats 12 people and the kitchen is kitted out with all mod cons. There’s also a wonderful al fresco kitchen garden from which you can pick some vegetables your own dinner.
The villas’ host couple are happy to assist with grocery shopping and the preparation of simple, home cooked Italian food for up to eight guests. For those with more comprehensive dining requirements, a professional chef can be booked separately to prepare food for you throughout your luxury villa holiday.
Eating out is always popular amongst visitors to Italy and down in the port town of Porto Ercole, there is a good choice of lovely cafes and restaurants for you to work your way through during your stay.
Staff
Firefly pre-arrival concierge service
Villa staff include:
Cook
Daily housekeeping
Villa concierge service
Villa Pierino’s hosts are a local couple who take care of guests throughout their stay, everything from pool maintenance, to housekeeping, to grocery shopping. By arrangement, they are also able to assist with some simple home cooked Italian meals for up to eight during your stay.
Additional staff such as nannies or massage therapists can be arranged on request.
Kids
Children will love running round the outside areas, among the sunny paths and shaded terraces, as well as splashing in the wonderful infinity pool. Inside the villa there’s a play room with billiard table as well as ping pong and table football outside, and if the weather is inclement, the TV and DVD library will keep them entertained.
Reviews
“We had a fantastic time playing tennis at the golf club as well as on our boat trip – would highly recommend for other guests, it was the most amazing wooden pirate ship and they cooked us the most delicious lunch on board, plus they have canoes, water-skis etc… really great day out. They are called Isla Negra, Porto Ercole.
Thank you again for everything that you so kindly did for us – you were a total star and enabled us to have a truly special and unforgettable week. We must’ve been your worse clients you’ve ever encountered and I am sure any future guests will seem like a calm summer’s breeze in comparison, but we really can’t thank you enough for putting up with us and looking after us so brilliantly. IT WAS TOTALLY FANTASTIC!!!!!! Thank you a million for an incomparable holiday, your kindness and hospitality will never ever be forgotten and will forever remain at the top of everyone’s record.” Charlotte, Summer 2016.
