| Cerreto farmhouse is a traditional sharecropping house located along the ancient network of small roads laid out by the Olivetan monks. As you make the short drive or half-hour walk from Pienza to our agriturismo and few minutes by car, you follow the same path described by Pope Pius II (founder of Pienza, formerly known as Enea Silvio Piccolomini) in his 'Commentarii', after he went to Sant'Anna in Camprena during the second half of the XV century. The traditional Cerreto farmhouse, which seamlessly blends with the harmonious green landscape around it, was first built by local stonemasons in the XVIII and XIX centuries and is perfectly preserved. Our agriturismo is perched on a hill in the middle of a natural oasis that leads out to the west where the Tuoma stream conceals the ruins of an ancient mill powered by a vertical hydraulic wheel. The Tombolone waterfall is home to a wide variety of wildlife and ancient, water-dwelling 'divinities'. The area around our farmhouse was cleared from the thick forest by peasants over the last few centuries and is now richly cultivated Centuries-old olive trees and rows of grapevines alternate in fields cultivated according to traditional farming practices. The forest lies just beyond the agriturismo's property, with paths that wind over the stream and through the surreal Crete landscape in the distance. This is the classic landscape of the Val d'Orcia, where the golden calcified rock and tree-covered hills rise up from the poetic solitude of the clay badlands of the valley floor Our guests can enjoy living in the traditional ways of our past, close to historical town centers yet far enough away from the bustle of modern life. The farmhouse is characterized by a simple, rustic style and is divided into separate units along with common spaces built around structural emblems of traditional farming life: the fireplace, kitchen hearth and loggiato. These elements are integrated with other features that combine traditional and modern comforts. Our apartments accommodate 2 to 7 people each. The agriturismo's maximum capacity is 22 guests. Cerreto is surrounded by small roads and paths that are ideal for walking or mountain bike rides that start right outside the farmhouse. Accomodations: Ground floor Celeste Room:Approx. 28 square meters (wheelchair accessible); double bed (with room for one additional bed), bathroom with shower, separate kitchen, wooden beams, and small fireplace. Casa di Amato (Lover's Room): Approx. 50 square meters with double bed, bathroom with shower, traditional kitchen, travertine and granite countertops, and wood beams. The two large dutch doors that lead to the garden allow for full enjoyment of the outdoors. Camera Rosa (Pink Room): Approx. 25 square meters with double bed, bathroom with shower, separate kitchen, small fireplace, wood beams, private garden, and views of Pienza and Monte Amiata. Ideal for romantic couples! First floor Casa del Merlo (Blackbird Room): Approx 85 square meters, sleeps four people (two double rooms), two bathrooms (one with tub and shower), traditional kitchen with hearth, breathtaking view of Val d'Orcia. Casa del Guardia (Guard's Room): Approx. 100 square meters, sleeps seven people (two double rooms and one triple room), two bathrooms (one with tub and shower), traditional kitchen with hearth, wood beams, views of surrounding towns, castles and countryside. Camera Gialla (Yellow Room): Approx. 30 square meters, sleeps three people, bathroom with bathtub, use of separate kitchen, small fireplace, wood beams, views of pine grove and forest. Second floor La Torretta (The Tower): Approx. 50 square meters, triple room, bathroom with shower, use of separate kitchen, enchanting view of Pienza. The wood beams and arches create a unique atmosphere: this is Cerreto's suite! The room's color makes for a warm, inviting atmosphere. Our Services - Picnic breakfast consisting of homemade jams and pastries, served in your room or in the garden, where there is a delightful 360° view of the Val d'Orcia. -Mountain-Bike (free) City-Bike (available for rental) Enjoy a bike ride on your own along "Le strade del vino" (vineyard itinerary) as you enjoy breathtaking views of the Crete landscape where "The English Patient", "The Gladiator", and other movies were filmed. - Garden with tables and barbecue - Lawn chairs and lounge chairs - Coin-operated washing machine - Swimming pool 4 km away, where we have a special arrangement for our guests - Children's games (ping-pong table, fuseball, and a small soccer field) - Mushroom hunting (seasonal) - Olive harvesting (November and December) - Grape harvest (October) We also offer: - Tennis courts 4 km away with special prices. - Horse stables in Castiglione d'Orcia (15 km.) "Equiturismo Valdorcia " - Special arrangement with the "Antica Querciolaia" hot springs in Rapolano Terme, "Fonteverde" in San Casciano dei Bagni, and "Le Antiche Terme" in Bagno Vignoni. - 10% discount at two local restaurants - Reservation service: Wine and oil tours, guided bike rides, ATVs, and hot air balloons, classes in making Tuscan pasta and bread, a mini-ceramics course at the Terracotta Museum in Petroio (ideal for children), and tasting and wholesale of "cacio Pecorino" cheese at the Caseificio San Polo (1 km from Cerreto) Every Tuesday: Free guided tour of the city of Siena - "Cerreto guidebook": our carefully written guidebook is available in every apartment and offers itineraries, maps, information on hours and admission for museums, recommendations on the best restaurants, and other information that ensures our guests enjoy their stay and keep coming back! CERRETO's Products We produce our own extra-virgin olive oil, ORCIA - DOC red wine, IGT red wine TOSCANO , jams and fresh produce Contact InformationCompany: Agriturismo Cerreto - Pienza (Siena) Toscana Name: Monica Baldelli Street: S.P. 71 per S.Anna in Camprena City: Pienza State/Province: Siena Country: Italia Zip/Postal Code: 53026 Phone: 0039 (0)578 749121 - 3383311916 Fax: 0039(0)578 748282 Website: www.agriturismocerreto.com Services offered: - Picnic breakfast consisting of homemade jams and pastries, served in your room or in the garden, where there is a delightful 360° view of the Val d'Orcia. -Mountain-Bike (free) City-Bike (available for rental) Enjoy a bike ride on your own along “Le strade del vino” (vineyard itinerary) as you enjoy breathtaking views of the Crete landscape where “The English Patient”, “The Gladiator”, and other movies were filmed. - Garden with tables and barbecue - Lawn chairs and lounge chairs - Coin-operated washing machine - Swimming pool 4 km away, where we have a special arrangement for our guests - Children’s games (ping-pong table, fuseball, and a small soccer field) - Mushroom hunting (seasonal) - Olive harvesting (November and December) - Grape harvest (October) We also offer: - Tennis courts 4 km away - Horse stables in Castiglione d'Orcia (15 km.) "Equiturismo Valdorcia " - Special arrangement with the "Antica Querciolaia" hot springs in Rapolano Terme, "Fonteverde" in San Casciano dei Bagni, and "Le Antiche Terme" in Bagno Vignoni. - 10% discount at two local restaurants - Reservation service: Wine and oil tours, guided bike rides, ATVs, and hot air balloons, classes in making Tuscan pasta and bread, a mini-ceramics course at the Terracotta Museum in Petroio (ideal for children), and tasting and wholesale of "cacio Pecorino" cheese at the Caseificio San Polo (1 km from Cerreto) Every Tuesday: Free guided tour of the city of Siena - "Cerreto guidebook": our carefully written guidebook is available in every apartment and offers itineraries, maps, information on hours and admission for museums, recommendations on the best restaurants, and other information that ensures our guests enjoy their stay and keep coming back! CERRETO’s Products We produce our own extra-virgin olive oil, DOC wine, jams and fresh produce. |