Agriturismo Il Colombaio

A lovely, peaceful vacation in the countryside near Siena

The farmhouse Il Colombaio di Barbara is a B&B accommodation nestled in the peaceful tranquility of the Tuscan countryside, just 10 km southwest of Siena.

The agriturismo is a hidden in a peaceful corner where you'll be able to enjoy a re-energizing holiday with artistic and holistic activities, as well as spending time in a clean, fresh and natural environment.

There are six double bedrooms, including family size rooms which all have access to a beautiful garden with outdoor pool where you can relax under the Tuscan sun.  The on site restaurant where you can enjoy delicious Tuscan meals, is skilled in using fresh, organic ingredients and producing vegetarian meals.

The farmhouse at Agriturismo Il Colombario di Barbara has been transformed into a refuge where the spirit and body can delight in the beauty of Tuscany, artistic activities, nature and relax.  The rooms, restored in a rustic country decor, are designed to create a quiet and comfortable environment where you can spend time alone, reading, writing and comuning with nature or go out on an adventure to discover Tuscany.  Using the natural beauty — the terracotta floors, stone walls and dark rich wooden beams — the agriturismo B&B was restored and features 6 bedrooms perfect for a 1 - 2 -3 and even four persons.  

The Collection of Bedrooms

The six rooms at Il Colombaio are for 1 to 4 guests, all with their own private bathroom and minibar. The rooms are furnished simply with local handmade furniture.  The Lover's Room, displays a handmade four poster bed and a view over the olive grove.  The Sweetheart's Room, has a fun view over the small hamlet and includes a handcarved four poster bed.  The room is approximately 25 square meters and perfect for a couple on a romantic interlude.  Both of these bedrooms have a private bathroom next door to the bedroom.

The Rose Bedroom, with its handpainted furnishings has a view overlooking the garden and the roses.  This room has an en suite bathroom, and like all of the bedrooms has a mini bar and free WiFi.  The Walnut Room, with a comfortable double bed and an en suite bathroom overlooks the garden and the majestic walnut tree. The Hearth Room (or Fireplace Room) has a private bathroom next door and a picture perfect view of the garden.  This room is exceptionally spacious and silent.  The Countryside Room honors the XVIIth estate with its warm floral colors and view of the garden.

The pool among the olive trees and garden

Guests at the farmhouse can relax by the splendid outdoor pool which is surrounded by Tuscan olive trees as well as the other outdoor and indoor areas of the house. Guests share a large living room, breakfast/dining room, reading room and a kitchen upon request to use at their leisure.

The garden offers a beautiful pergola where guests sit and enjoy breakfast, a glass of wine or dinner while enjoying the beauty and tranquility of this corner of the Tuscan countryside.

Activities at the farmhouse and in the area

The farmhouse Il Colombaio is just 10 km southwest of Siena, so its strategic position makes it an ideal starting point to set out to reach the main sights and attractions in Tuscany.  Florence, San Gimignano, Chianti and Val d'Orcia and Maremma can all be reached quickly by car for day trips. The farmhouse is between Siena and Maremma which also makes the sea and the beach easily accessible for day trips. Closer to the farmhouse, you can spend a day at the Petriolo hot springs which offers both a paid spa area as well as outdoor waterfall (free).

You don't need to leave the farmhouse to enjoy plenty of other activities that will replenish your spirit. At the farmhouse, you can enjoy classes of Mandala Painting, Raku ceramics, music lessons or go horseback riding in the countryside. Just let Barbara know what you're intersted in.  Your hostess and the owner Barbara, will be there to welcome you to Agriturismo Il Colombaio and take care of your needs in an informal setting and friendly manner.

Upon request, you can enjoy Tuscan meals prepared with local and organic ingedients in the indoor dining room or outdoors beneath the pergola during the summer.

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