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Villa Donatella is a 17th Century elegant palace, built on the medieval walls of the castle, traces of which are the remainings of the wall surrounding the Italian terraced gardens, with a private 4x9m swimming-pool, a furnished gazebo, an area for dining outside and several relaxation spots.
The terraced Italian garden on the ancient medieval walls, which goes back to the second half of the 16th century is on two levels with hedge rows, heritage roses, flowers in season, as well as fruit trees.Two majestic centenarian oaks have grown into the historic walls which surround the buildings

The villa stands in a small village close to Arezzo, Monterchi, where the most famous fresco of Piero della Francesca called "La Madonna del Parto"is lovingly kept.
Nearby or at short distance, more cities where famous Italian ancient artists have lived and worked, as Michelangelo (Caprese 25 kms), Giotto (Assisi) 75 kms, Della Robbia e Vasari (Arezzo 30 kms). Close to the village guests will also find tennis courts, a golf course and horse-riding stables.

The House:
Ground floor. The main entrance is from the village piazza leading to a big living room, one twin bedroom (where beds may become double) with bathroom with shower , one double bedroom with wardrobe and bathroom with shower.Everything is furnished with superior taste and great comfort.

First floor. Marble important stairs lead to the biggest part of the villa, including a large living room with fireplace and dining room, a small studio room with piano and TV sat, the kitchen fully equipped with oven and dishwasher. The private areas include one double bedroom with bathroom with shower, one twin bedroom with bathroom with shower , one twin bedroom (beds can be united), one bathroom with shower with access from the corridor.
On this level the Italian garden with open-air dining area and private swimming-pool.

The Tower has independent access both from the outside and from the interior of the villa.
In this area a living/dining-room with corner kitchen, a fireplace and TV sat, and two double bedrooms with bathroom with shower.

The house has gone, over the time, through a number of restorations, mainly to the exterior, and, after the terrible earthquake of 1917, restored massively.
The villa is superbly furnished with antiques and tastefully decorated thoroughly.
It is also fully equipped with dishwasher, washing-machine and dryer and TV sat. All the bathrooms have been recently restored, still keeping a unique classic style.

The villa has an illuminated fish pond with a fountain at the centre of the garden, and many trees all around to assure beauty and privacy.
For the guests convenience, the meals can be prepared upon request, as it is possible to book cooking services.
The area has nevertheless very good restaurants, where the typical Tuscan cuisine can, or should we say, must be given a taste. Guests should not forget to try the worldwide famous selection of Chianti wines.
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The Palace History: The Palazzo was built in the 16th century, when Tuscany was dominated by the Medici. Monterchi came under their dominion after the battle of Anghiari, in 1440. The castle was attacked and then conquered and destroyed. Anfrosina Tarlati, who then ruled Monterchi, was forcibly expelled forever, hated by the people of Monterchi who willingly submitted to the domination of the Florentines.

Included
2 hours daily cleaning for 5 days a week
Included water, gas, electricity until Kw 250, over Eu 0,40 each Kw

On request dinners Eu 35 wine encluded. Deposit Eu 500
Extra final cleaning Eu 100, Heating Eu 1 each mq.