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In the heart of Tuscany the Antica Canonica is on a country estate surrounded on all sides by beautiful unspoilt countryside. The historical residence which origins can be traced back to the eleventh Century has been recently fully restored and has a rich and interesting history. Originally a watch tower built in 1048 the building became the property of the church who transformed it into a Bishops residence and a medieval farming hamlet later still the house and its grounds was used as a country retreat for many noble Counts and Dukes of the region. The tiny hamlet was eventually abandoned but now it has been lovingly restored preserving its ancient heritage. The Antica Canonica full of charm can give hospitality to 68 people. The three halls are cosy and refined: the Bishop's the coat of arms' and the big dining-room are furnished smartly with antique pieces Persian carpets and valuable fabrics in perfect harmony with the millenarian atmosphere. The magic of the three fire-places the frescoes and the historical decorations together with the objects designed by clever craftmen complete the frame. The Antica Canonica is on the first floor of the main building and was once the Bishops palatial rooms. Great care has been taken in the renovation and the furnishings are luxurious and refined. The original characteristics of the building have all been retained beautiful high vaulted ceilings archways terracotta floors are all featured and the old beautiful fire-places keep the old glamour and suggest the idea that the time has stopped. The three reception rooms are very welcoming. All have traditional woodburning fireplaces and are elegantly furnished with antiques persian rugs and beautiful light fittings handmade by specialist craftsmen. The Bishops lounge is the perfect place for relaxing with its large sofas warm red fabrics drapes and satellite television and there is a second lounge with fireplace in the hallway leading to the fully equipped kitchenette and beautiful dining room. This characteristic room has crystal topped banqueting table upholstered chairs fireplace and a beautiful reproduction of the famous Guido Riccio da Fogliano fresco the original of which is in the Palazzo Pubblico in the famous Piazza del Campo in Siena. Crystal glasses and fine china complete the refinery creating the perfect atmosphere for a leisurely candlelit dinner Antica Canonica has its own private area at the pool furnished with sunloungers table chairs and barbecue. Partly shaded and filled with flowers it is the perfect surrounding for an alfresco meal or just enjoying the peace and tranquility of the Tuscan countryside. A stay at the Antica Canonica is also made of pleasant moments spent in the open: a swim in the swimming-pool sunbathing in the magnificent frame of the wide park which surrounds the village hikes and mountainbike rides accross the gentle hills of the area The three bedrooms are extremely comfortable each being exquisitely furnished in different colours with soft fabrics semicanopy beds and en suite shower rooms decorated with handpainted tiles. A fourth bathroom near the bishops lounge boasts a large hydromassage bath tub two places.

Property Location
Located in Colle di Val d'Elsa (Val d'Elsa), Tenuta Di Mensanello is within the vicinity of Monteriggioni Castle and Sovestro in Poggio Winery. This property is within the region of Piazza della Cisterna and San Gimignano Communal Palace.

Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 18 guestrooms. Digital television is provided for your entertainment. Irons/ironing boards and rollaway/extra beds are available on request.

Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an attached winery and an outdoor pool. Additional features include complimentary wireless Internet access and tour/ticket assistance.

Dining
Enjoy a satisfying meal at a restaurant serving guests of Tenuta Di Mensanello.

Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include multilingual staff and laundry facilities.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

• Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Monteriggioni Castle - 8.7 km / 5.4 mi
Sovestro in Poggio Winery - 10 km / 6.2 mi
Museum San Gimignano 1300 - 11.3 km / 7 mi
Museum of Torture - 11.3 km / 7 mi
Piazza della Cisterna - 11.3 km / 7 mi
San Gimignano Communal Palace - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Loggia del Comune - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Collegiata di San Gimignano - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Piazza Duomo - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Podesta's Palace - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Torre Grossa - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Piazza delle Erbe - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Chiesa di Sant'Agostino - 11.7 km / 7.3 mi
San Leonardo al Lago - 12.6 km / 7.8 mi
Castello di Monsanto - 13.7 km / 8.5 mi

The Hotel AQUAVIVA and SPA is located in the Tuscan countryside within a peaceful area which offers a splendid panorama of the surrounding woods. Casole D'Elsa a small medieval village of Etruscan origin is located 3 kilometres away. All major sites of cultural interest in Tuscany are easily reachable: San Gimignano(20km) Volterra(20Km) Siena (25km) the Chianti hills (25Km) Florence (55km) and Pisa (60Km).The Hotel recently constructed offers its guests 35 rooms and suites all including a private loggia or garden en-suite bath satellite television Internet connection direct telephone minibar safe and hair dryer.The 6 Fitness rooms and the panoramic Junior Suite are furnished as well with spa bathtub separate shower and aromatherapy.The Hotel Aquaviva and SPA provides the perfect ambient for a total-relax vacation while being also of great cultural interest..The modern hotel is equipped with indoor and outdoor pools Jacuzzi waterfalls large and fully outfitted gym and a wellness centre with kneipp percorsefinnish sauna steam bath UV scotish shower and a menu of massages body and face treatment within the most importants we have:the aromatherapy massages ayurveda's massage wine-therapy massagge foot and face reflexology body scrub mask deep face cleaning...The Hotel Aquaviva and SPA also offers:- Restaurant Il Cavaliere (an elegant ambient international and traditional Tuscan cuisine and a wide selection of wines); Restaurant La Salsiccia (informal setting on a panoramic terrace with barbecue for meat fish and pizza); lounge bar private enclosed parking guaranteed for each room bicycle storagemountain- bike rental and children's playground.Our staff speaks Englis German French and Spanish.

Property Location
Located in Colle di Val d'Elsa (Val d'Elsa), Villa Sabolini is within the vicinity of Monteriggioni Castle and Sovestro in Poggio Winery. This hotel is within the region of Piazza della Cisterna and San Gimignano Communal Palace.

Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the guestrooms featuring minibars. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment.

Dining
Enjoy a satisfying meal at a restaurant serving guests of Villa Sabolini.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The preferred airport for Villa Sabolini is Florence (FLR-Peretola) - 47.2 km / 29.4 mi.

Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.

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