Italy - Tuscany

Il Paretaio

A Karen Brown Recommended B & B

Hosts: Cristina & Giovanni de Marchi Il Paretaio Localita: San Filippo Barberino Val d’Elsa, (FI) 50021 Italy Visit Website Contact Property Request Reservation Information Request Recipe From This Property

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Il Paretaio

Strategically positioned midway between Siena and Florence sits the square stone farmhouse with cupola (actually one of the bedrooms!) dating from 1700 owned by Gianni and Cristina, a couple who have dedicated their lives to the equestrian arts. The Paretaio appeals particularly to visitors with a passion for horseback riding, for the Marchis offer everything from basic riding lessons to dressage training, and day outings through the gorgeous surrounding countryside. In fact, the Paretaio is recognized as one of the top riding “schools” in Italy, with more than 30 horses. On the ground floor is a rustic living room with country antiques, comfy sofas, and piano enhanced by a vaulted brick ceiling and worn terracotta floors, off which are two bedrooms. Upstairs, the main gathering area is the dining room, which features a massive fireplace and a seemingly endless wooden table. This room gives access to more bedrooms, each decorated with touches such as dried flowers, white lace curtains, and, of course, equestrian prints. A vast collection of over 300 pieces with an equestrian theme is displayed about the home. Il Paretaio also organizes courses in Italian and is an excellent base for touring the heart of Tuscany. The swimming pool gives splendid views over olive groves and vineyards.

Il Paretaio is
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Il Paretaio
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8 Rooms, Double Occupancy: €65.00 - €105.00
2 Apartments: €80 daily, €490 weekly
Dinners: €35

Open: all year

Phone: (055) 8059218   Fax: (055) 8059231

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