In brief

• Breathtaking views
• Excellent staff
• Within easy reach of Radda and vineyards

About the villa

At the end of a cypress-lined drive, in the hide-away setting of a wooded private estate, this is a large former farmhouse, in a landscape little changed throughout its centuries. Tastefully and artistically restored by the creative owners, Vercenni is now a well-balanced blend of stylish comfort and Tuscan tradition. Bedrooms are furnished with restful, rural simplicity, some with ceiling fans. The entrance hall houses some of the owner's extensive book collection and the heavily beamed sitting room has a huge inglenook fireplace complete with wood-burning stove, along with ample chairs and sofas, Wifi and smart TV, and a wall-wide mural of the estate, juxtaposed with poster-style art and works of art from the artist owners. Occupying much of the lower floor, the cool kitchen/breakfast room is bathed in light from doors and windows and, with its stepped stone floor, has the feel of an outdoor terrace. It opens out to just that, and to panoramic views of hills and valleys from various vantage points in the grounds, where a soft-contoured pool is sunk into lawned surrounds, and a poolside pergola with built-in barbecue is ideal for leisurely lunches. This is an immensely popular villa and large groups have chosen to also take the sister villa Casa di Sopra and dine together on the panoramic terrace at Vercenni. Cook service is an optional extra indulgence

This comforable, timeless house is just 3km from eateries and small shops in Radda, and 33km from the sights of glorious Siena. Guests can enjoy superb local cooking and fine wines at the restaurants in Radda and Siena and at other informal restaurants nestling in the countryside. The speciality food shops both here and in other local villages have a superb selection of these fine wines and other local specialities. The villa is within easy reach of some of the best wine producing estates in Chianti and guests can enjoy tastings at local wineries. A very comfortable and informal base to enjoy this beautiful region.