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This quaint little hamlet situated in prime Chianti territory is surrounded by vineyards and was a sad lifeless ruin until only recently when it was given a new lease of life and restored to its former glory by its Tuscan owners who fell in love with its classic lines and saw the potential just waiting to burst forth.

As one approaches down the white stone private country road, past regimental lines of Chianti vines, the sun bleached stone buildings almost glow with pride at the rejuvenation of their heart; the garden is immaculate, scented rosemary and lavender lined crunchy gravel paths flow around the pretty cotto roofed farmhouses and converted barns. Lush lawns and mature trees add depth and colour and are perfect for a quiet picnic in the sun.

The care and attention to detail lavished during the restoration is evident in each apartment which has a distinct identity and individual country style of its own. Delightfully decked out with all modern conveniences the pristine well equipped kitchens and spotless modern bathrooms sparkle and the luxurious soft furnishings of the extremely spacious living and bedroom areas offer a level of comfort that is welcoming, homely and authentically Tuscan in equal measure.

The owner is the perfect example of Tuscan nobility. His manners and style as impeccable and unique as the wide range of services on offer from reception; he wants every guest to fall in love with his property and makes every effort to ensure that they do. This is a rare jewel basking in the Italian sun, its views endless, its serenity limitless, its charm boundless: an idyllic retreat in a very private and exclusive location.

Local distances: Nearest restaurant 1 km. Shops bar station and supermarket in Castelfiorentino 3 km away, Gambassi Terme also has a couple of well priced restaurants at 3 km, the ever popular San Gimignano 18 km, Volterra with its museum of Torture 27 km, San Miniato 24 km, Empoli 27 km, Siena 50 km and wonderful Florence 54 km .

Recommended airports: Florence 54 km (Meridiana only), Pisa 61 km, Bologna 147 km, Bologna Forli (Ryanair only) 226 km.

Main building (Borgo Melia I): 12 apartments including 1 x Tower Room (sleeps 2), 1 x One bedroom apartment (sleeps 2 +2), 3 x Two bedroom apartments (sleeps 4 + 2), 4 x Two bedroom deluxe apartments (sleeps 4 + 2), 1 x Cottage (sleeps 4 + 2) and 2 x House apartments (sleeps 6 + 2).  Some apartments connect together and can be booked for larger groups.   Borgo Melia II: 9 apartments including 2 x One bedroom apartments (sleeps 2 + 2), 1 x Two bedroom deluxe apartments (sleeps 4 + 2), 2 x Two bedroom superior apartments (sleeps 4 +2), 1 x Cottage (sleeps 4 + 2), 2 x House apartments (sleeps 6 + 2), 1 x Villa S. Adele (sleeps 6 + 2).  Some apartments connect together and can be booked for larger groups.   FACILITIES: Air conditioning and Central heating (payable locally), telephone, hairdryer, satellite TV, oven, microwave, kettle, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, safety deposit box, internet (cable), laundry room with washing machines and dryers (payable locally), table tennis, mountain bike hire. Some rooms have bath tub.  Shared BBQ areas. SHARED SWIMMING POOL: 14 X 7m swimming pool with heated Jacuzzi and Chianti vineyard views. Sun beds and sun umbrellas provided.  There is one swimming pool in Borgo Melia I and one in Borgo Melia II.