Geggianello is a strikingly beautiful, restored country house in the heart of Tuscany. Situated in a tiny historic hamlet, it commands a stunning panorama of the Tuscan hills and the medieval walled city of Siena. Geggianello provides maximum comfort in the peaceful and refined atmosphere of a traditional Tuscan home. The beautiful infinity-edge pool and well-maintained gardens make this property even more special and enjoyable.

You will be welcomed with airy, spacious interiors constructed in the typical Tuscan tradition—the simple elegance of exposed brick and terracotta tile. Original contemporary art and fine antiques are thoughtfully combined to make the decor creative and unique. Every room at Geggianello has been individually designed and furnished. The spacious reception hall opens onto a courtyard, while a large and elegant living room invites you and your guests to relax with a glass of wine. Two dining rooms are available to suit any occasion; one is more formal, and the other is for more casual gatherings by the fireplace. Or if you prefer, head to the pergola to dine al fresco. The ground level is complete with a gourmet kitchen and a lovely drawing room, as well as a convenient storage and laundry room.

Head up to the first level and you will find five bedrooms, each superbly appointed in a contemporary style, and each with its own private marble bathroom. Enjoy the master king bedroom with "his" and "hers" bathrooms. Two queen and two king/twin bedrooms offer accommodations for every taste and need. There is also one additional child's room with twin and baby crib, perfect for two small children and or a nanny and baby. (If child's bedroom is occupied, one bathroom will be shared.) You can relax in the lovely sitting room on the first level, but you'll be tempted outside onto the adjoining magnificent portico with lounge chairs. The live-in staff resides in an independent service quarter.

Geggianello once belonged to a larger estate: the splendid Villa di Geggiano which sits nearby. Renowned for its elegance, Geggiano is not normally open to the public, but don't miss a visit to its spectacular gardens. Also very closeby is the majestic Certosa di Pontignano, a convent dating back to 1343. The architecture is organized around three cloisters, which differ in size and period. The first, Certosa, is characterized by a simply worked but beautiful stone well. The related church, decorated with paintings by Poccetti and Francesco Vanni, is open to the public on Sundays. The middle cloister, constructed of brick and housing 17th century frescoes, is the largest and most impressive of all.

What to do in the Siena region of Tuscany:
The medieval town of Siena was founded by the Etruscans and later became a Roman colony. During the 13th and 14th centuries it flourished as one of the major cities of Europe, growing rich from banking and the wool trade. The 14th century saw a great amount of construction: the Duomo, the Palazzo Publico and the Campo Square were all products of this time. Siena's glory took a tragic downturn by the end of the 14th century due to the Black Death and political upheaval. The city became little more than a rural market center. It was exactly this decline that accounts for the incredible state of medieval preservation that Siena exhibits today. Built across several hills and valleys, you will find a bit of up and down while walking through the historical center. However, the lack of traffic makes it a wonderful place to stroll—even when packed with tourists, there is a quiet and easygoing feel. A must-see is the shell-shaped square called Il Campo. This is the focal point of the city as well as being the venue for the internationally renowned horse race, the Palio.

Casole d'Elsa hosts one of the most charming museums of the many recently opened/restyled in Siena. The art exhibited ranges from the Neolithic era to the XVII century. A visit to the attached Collegiata di Casole is also highly recommended.

Colle Val d'Elsa's newer outskirts offer very few attractions, aside from the crystal manufacturing—but the old town/historical center, Colle Alta, deserves to be seen. Particularly interesting in Colle Alta is the Palazzo Campana, built in the XVI century by the architect Agnolo di Baccio d'Agnolo. This private building looks like a city gate, or a triumphal arch, and dominates the main street of Colle. The Cathedral shows a rich collection of paintings from the XVII century. Don't miss the dramatic and intense Nativity by Rutilio Manetti (fourth chapel on the right, looking to the main altar).