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		<title>Water Trek</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Jan 2012 10:50:56 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[After driving along a private 1km track, you will come to Water Trek which is a perfect romantic hideaway, hidden high above a valley and  surrounded by olive groves. This is a wonderful, peaceful  location where you can escape the pressures of modern living just [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>After driving along a private 1km track, you will come to Water Trek which is a perfect romantic hideaway, hidden high above a valley and  surrounded by olive groves. This is a wonderful, peaceful  location where you can escape the pressures of modern living just sitting by the pool or wandering into the surrounding hills.  At night, after enjoying a stunning sunset, you will be mesmerised by the distant lights of La Mota fortress and Alcalá La Real.</p>
<p>The completely private villa is a single storey building with no near neighbours.  The living room has a beautiful beamed ceiling with a large open fireplace and is very tastefully furnished.  Each of the two bedrooms (one double and one twin) has its’ own en-suite bathroom, and the fully equipped kitchen has everything you will need.  A porch runs the length of the house, the glass sliding doors making it ideal for use all year.  The property has central heating making it ideal for that winter break.</p>
<p><strong>Local distances:</strong>  The house is approached via a small country road, within walking distance (2km) of the small village of Ermita Nueva. This is still a simple agricultural community, olives and cherries being the main produce of the area, where pace of life is dictated by the seasons and the numerous fiesta days ! Within the village there is a small supermarket where you can buy fresh bread and two tapas bars. Water Trek provides the perfect location for visiting so many of the regions beautiful towns and cities. Apart from the many nearby pretty villages of the Poniente Granadino (the last stronghold of the Moors in Spain), Granada lies 40 km to the south, Cordoba 126 km to the north east and the town of Alcala la Real, dominated by a 15th century castle, is only 10 minutes away. Spectacular Montefrio, with one of the few circular churches in the world and yet another splendid castle, is 25 km away, whilst Guadix with its historic cave dwellings, is 100 km.</p>
<p><strong>Recommended Airport:</strong> Malaga 155km</p>
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		<title>Villa Sole</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:18:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>PJ Woodburn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Villa Sole is a splendid, recently decorated villa with all the modern conveniences that you might require.  There are wonderful views over the Maddalena islands and across to Santa Teresa Gallura.  Even from the Jacuzzi you have view of the Bocche di Bonifacio. Located in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Villa Sole is a splendid, recently decorated villa with all the modern conveniences that you might require.  There are wonderful views over the Maddalena islands and across to Santa Teresa Gallura.  Even from the Jacuzzi you have view of the Bocche di Bonifacio.</p>
<p>Located in Terravecchia, you are perfectly situated for reaching the popular tourist destinations along the stunning coastline of the Costa Smeralda.  From the port at Santa Teresa you can reach Bonifacio and Corsica within 30 minutes.</p>
<p>This single storey villa is very comfortably furnished and the living room opens out onto the terrace and pool area.  The kitchen is open plan and fully equipped.  There are 4 double bedrooms each with its own shower room.  There is also a guest room in the garden with a single bedroom and its own bathroom.  The large garden is laid to lawn with a gazebo to one side covering a barbeque and pizza oven.  The irregular-shaped swimming pool has the benefit of not using any chlorine.</p>
<p>There is access to the sea just 300 metres away while the nearest beach is the famous Rena Bianca in Santa Teresa Gallura.  The helpful owners can arrange hire of a boat which is perfect for exploring the bays in the local area. </p>
<p><strong>Local distances:</strong>  The nearest village is Santa Teresa 1.5 km, which is on the northermost tip of Sardinia, on the Strait of Bonifacio.  There are various shops and restaurants in and around the main square.  This is also the site for music concerts in the summer.  There is also a marina is with further shops, bars and restaurants 700 metres away.  From here you can also take a ferry Corsica.  Porto Rafael, Palau is 20 km and Porto Certo is 35 km.</p>
<p><strong>Recommended Airports:</strong>  Olbia 65 km</p>
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		<title>Villa Chiara</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 10:19:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nick Smith</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Situated on a hillside and surrounded by a well kept park and garden is Villa Chiara &#8211; a beautiful old stone farmhouse that has been renovated to a high standard. Artisans laboured for over a year to ensure that the original structure was kept intact [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Situated on a hillside and surrounded by a well kept park and garden is Villa Chiara &#8211; a beautiful old stone farmhouse that has been renovated to a high standard. Artisans laboured for over a year to ensure that the original structure was kept intact and yet at the same time manage to create a modern, comfortable and attractive holiday home. Simply but comfortably furnished it offers extremely spacious accommodation for a large family or group of friends looking for a private villa with a character all of its own: not many villas can boast a private orchard or five-a-side football pitch for the more active members of their party.</p>
<p>Villa Chiara excels when it comes to relaxation. There are areas of pale terracotta terracing around the house that are perfect for escaping for a moment or two of total privacy. The covered pergola beside the pool provides shade from the summer sun and is perfect for slow light lunches taken al fresco. This wonderful villa enjoys wonderful far reaching views of the surrounding Umbrian countryside, a patchwork of sunflowers, olive groves and woodland, with views like this who would ever want to leave?</p>
<p>Known for its Rubesco, a red wine with a great history, Torgiano is more than just a hilltop Umbrian town, more than just narrow streets, more than treelined parks, it offers one of the best restaurants in Umbria if not Italy and a wine museum that is gaining in popularity. Torgiano lies at the heart of Medival Umbria and views from here are almost Tuscan in their awe inspiring beauty.</p>
<p><strong>Local distances:</strong> Torgiano is only 2 km from the property (not quite walkable) and has shops, bars and restaurants, Perugia 14 km, Todi with its beautiful Duomo 35 km and Deruta 7km, famous for majolicaware ceramics,Montefalco 29 km, Bevagna 22 km, Spello is the village of a hundred galleries 24 km, Foligno 32 km. Assisi is an experience not to be missed and lies within 19 km of the property whilst the vast lake at Trasimeno, with its beaches, islands and watersports, is only 32 km away (San Felice has the best trattoria!).</p>
<p><strong>Recommended airports:</strong> Perugia 17 km, Florence 179 km, Rome Ciampino 176 km, Rome Fiumicino 191 km.</p>
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		<title>Piano Terra</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2011 16:13:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nick Smith</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Villa Pavoni is an exquisitely furnished property with its own garden and surrounded by a high wall, and Piano Terra is the ground floor of this charming villa. Once home to the master artisan “Il Bellotto” who worked in wrought iron it has been recently [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Villa Pavoni is an exquisitely furnished property with its own garden and surrounded by a high wall, and Piano Terra is the ground floor of this charming villa. Once home to the master artisan “Il Bellotto” who worked in wrought iron it has been recently restored and converted into two beautiful interconnecting apartments.  It has been decorated with a fine blend of antiques and modern soft furnishings &#8211; with such tapestries and marble sculpture you could easily think you were in a 4 star hotel. No expense has been spared to make this property as spick and span as you might expect from a mini palazzo at the heart of Venice.  We believe you will never want to stay anywhere else in Venice.</p>
<p>The splendour of Venice, the richness of its history, the magnificence of its buildings are all there for you from the moment you open your garden gate. This villa is without doubt one of our greatest discoveries in central Venice. Close to Campo Bandiera e Moro and Vivaldi’s church. Local shops, restaurants, bars within a 1 minute walk yet in a quiet residential area.</p>
<p><strong>Local sights:</strong> St Mark&#8217;s Square, the Arsenale dockyard, Guggenheim Museum, La Fenice opera house, Chiesa della Salute, the Lido, Murano, Burano, Torcello and the many palazzi and churches along the grand canal.</p>
<p><strong>Recommended airports:</strong> Please fly into Venice Marco Polo and not Venice Treviso for ease of arrival.</p>
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		<title>KBellAnna</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2011 15:55:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nick Smith</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The approach to KBellAnna is down a winding country lane which gives no clue as to what lies beyond. The house is a stunning villa consisting of 3 buildings, the main house, the guest suite and the sauna suite. The style is “east meets west”; a fabulous fusion [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The approach to KBellAnna is down a winding country lane which gives no clue as to what lies beyond. The house is a stunning villa consisting of 3 buildings, the main house, the guest suite and the sauna suite. The style is “east meets west”; a fabulous fusion of two rather different cultures but where relaxing lifestyle and family living is the common denominator. A long low stone built Mediterranean house set in riotously tropical gardens and adorned with elegantly carved Balinese style furniture. An outdoor covered veranda runs the length of the house, here you can dine, relax and just enjoy your surroundings with a cool drink, catch the breeze swinging in the hammock or simply pull the curtains and take a snooze on the comfortable daybed. Wherever or whatever you choose to do you will be overlooking the lush and exuberant garden with its terraces and swimming pool (12.3 x 3.90 metres, depth ranges from 1.30 to 1.80 metres). A few steps down at pool level there is a huge bar complete with bar stools and music system, it is fully equipped as a professional outdoor kitchen, and makes pool side dining very pleasurable. At the far end of the pool a decked area with lounging cushions provides a perfect space for just lying around and doing very little. Hidden in one corner of the garden is the sauna suite which is best enjoyed early and later in the season.</p>
<p>Internally white painted stone walls set off the beamed ceilings, terracotta floors, colourful Turkish kilims and carpets and the fabulously extravagant art and beautiful accessories that have been collected by the owner and her family.</p>
<p>In addition to the accommodation in the main house there is also a newly built guest suite in the grounds, it’s built in traditional Bodrum style with a high vaulted ceiling lined with beams and bamboo. It’s spacious and light and offers a sleeping and living area and a private bathroom. For larger parties the sauna suite can also offer sleeping accommodation.</p>
<p>Mustafa and Fatma are the housekeeping couple at KBellAnna, they have worked in Ilios properties for a number of years and alongside cleaning duties Fatma is a superb cook and is happy to prepare food and even do your personal laundry. Mustafa looks after the pool and the grounds. Fatma’s routine will be tailored to your requirements.</p>
<p><strong>Recommended airports:</strong> Bodrum/Milas Airport is 45 minutes by car; Dalaman 2 hrs 45 mins</p>
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		<title>Atelier 2</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:28:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nick Smith</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Situated within the grounds of this enormous villa with its olive groves and vineyards is Atelier 2 with simply awe inspiring views of the Chianti countryside. Once an artists studio it has been completely renovated and the estate offers three beautiful apartments which are often [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Situated within the grounds of this enormous villa with its olive groves and vineyards is Atelier 2 with simply awe inspiring views of the Chianti countryside. Once an artists studio it has been completely renovated and the estate offers three beautiful apartments which are often sold to a single family or group to ensure complete independance. Decorated to a high standard in muted pastel tones the apartments offer chic farmhouse style with wrought iron beds, cotto floors and high beamed ceilings. Bright and airy they offer family friendly accommodation all year round with marvellous views over a landscape unchanged since the days of the Medici.</p>
<p>The main villa, of which Atelier 2 sits within the grounds, is a perfect example of this grand history as impressive cypresses lead to the 2 entrance gates. There are several gardens including an original Italian Garden with a large magnolia tree and lavender beds, a formal rose garden with classic English tea roses, an antique mascherone and a Giardino Segreto with a labyrinth, marble fountains, sculptures and a small temple. Furthermore a private small wood with meandering peaceful paths. When you enter through the main gate, lemon trees in terracotta vases, so typical of Tuscany, line the entrance way.</p>
<p>The Chianti towns offer a wealth of restaurants, shops and local handicrafts and the owner is more than happy to help you plan the perfect itinerary. Although we recommend sitting back with a glass of wine and a good book and leaving all that sightseeing for a return trip!</p>
<p><strong>Local distances:</strong> Mercatale Val di Pesa 3 km for shops and a couple of restaurants, San Casciano 8 km has larger shops, more restaurants and tennis courts, Tavarnelle (more restaurants) 14 km, Montelupo Fiorentino (ceramics) 26 km, Impruneta (for the best ice cream) 15 km, Montespertoli (castle and truffle restaurant) 25km, Greve in Chianti 17 km, Florence 27 km, San Gimignano 40 km, Siena 56 km.</p>
<p><strong>Recommended airports:</strong> Florence 36 km, Pisa 83 km, Bologna 126 km, Bologna Forli (Ryanair) 136 km.</p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:26:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nick Smith</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Situated within the grounds of this enormous villa with its olive groves and vineyards is Atelier 1 with simply awe inspiring views of the Chianti countryside. Once an artists studio it has been completely renovated and now offers three beautiful apartments which are often sold [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Situated within the grounds of this enormous villa with its olive groves and vineyards is Atelier 1 with simply awe inspiring views of the Chianti countryside. Once an artists studio it has been completely renovated and now offers three beautiful apartments which are often sold to a single family or group to ensure complete independance. Decorated to a high standard in muted pastel tones the apartments offer chic farmhouse style with wrought iron beds, cotto floors and high beamed ceilings. Bright and airy they offer family friendly accommodation all year round with marvellous views over a landscape unchanged since the days of the Medici.</p>
<p>The main villa, of which Atelier 1 sits within the grounds, is a perfect example of this grand history as impressive cypresses lead to the 2 entrance gates. There are several gardens including an original Italian Garden with a large magnolia tree and lavender beds, a formal rose garden with classic English tea roses, an antique mascherone and a Giardino Segreto with a labyrinth, marble fountains, sculptures and a small temple. Furthermore a private small wood with meandering peaceful paths. When you enter through the main gate, lemon trees in terracotta vases, so typical of Tuscany, line the entrance way.</p>
<p>The Chianti towns offer a wealth of restaurants, shops and local handicrafts and the owner is more than happy to help you plan the perfect itinerary. Although we recommend sitting back with a glass of wine and a good book and leaving all that sightseeing for a return trip!</p>
<p><strong>Local distances:</strong> Mercatale Val di Pesa 3 km for shops and a couple of restaurants, San Casciano 8 km has larger shops, more restaurants and tennis courts, Tavarnelle (more restaurants) 14 km, Montelupo Fiorentino (ceramics) 26 km, Impruneta (for the best ice cream) 15 km, Montespertoli (castle and truffle restaurant) 25km, Greve in Chianti 17 km, Florence 27 km, San Gimignano 40 km, Siena 56 km.</p>
<p><strong>Recommended airports:</strong> Florence 36 km, Pisa 83 km, Bologna 126 km, Bologna Forli (Ryanair) 136 km.</p>
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		<title>Atelier 3</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:22:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Situated within the grounds of this enormous villa with its olive groves and vineyards is Atelier 3 with simply awe inspiring views of the Chianti countryside. Once an artists studio it has been completely renovated and now offers three beautiful apartments which are often sold [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Situated within the grounds of this enormous villa with its olive groves and vineyards is Atelier 3 with simply awe inspiring views of the Chianti countryside. Once an artists studio it has been completely renovated and now offers three beautiful apartments which are often sold to a single family or group to ensure complete independance. Decorated to a high standard in muted pastel tones the apartments offer chic farmhouse style with wrought iron beds, cotto floors and high beamed ceilings. Bright and airy they offer family friendly accommodation all year round with marvellous views over a landscape unchanged since the days of the Medici.</p>
<p>The main villa, of which Atelier 3 sits within the grounds, is a perfect example of this grand history as impressive cypresses lead to the 2 entrance gates. There are several gardens including an original Italian Garden with a large magnolia tree and lavender beds, a formal rose garden with classic English tea roses, an antique mascherone and a Giardino Segreto with a labyrinth, marble fountains, sculptures and a small temple. Furthermore a private small wood with meandering peaceful paths. When you enter through the main gate, lemon trees in terracotta vases, so typical of Tuscany, line the entrance way.</p>
<p>The Chianti towns offer a wealth of restaurants, shops and local handicrafts and the owner is more than happy to help you plan the perfect itinerary. Although we recommend sitting back with a glass of wine and a good book and leaving all that sightseeing for a return trip!</p>
<p><strong>Local distances:</strong> Mercatale Val di Pesa 3 km for shops and a couple of restaurants, San Casciano 8 km has larger shops, more restaurants and tennis courts, Tavarnelle (more restaurants) 14 km, Montelupo Fiorentino (ceramics) 26 km, Impruneta (for the best ice cream) 15 km, Montespertoli (castle and truffle restaurant) 25km, Greve in Chianti 17 km, Florence 27 km, San Gimignano 40 km, Siena 56 km.</p>
<p><strong>Recommended airports:</strong> Florence 36 km, Pisa 83 km, Bologna 126 km, Bologna Forli (Ryanair) 136 km.</p>
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		<title>San Lorenzo</title>
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		<dc:creator>Nick Smith</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[San Lorenzo is a simply delightful stone storehouse that was part of an ancient farming estate dating back to the late Middle Ages. Once used as a wine store, the farmhouse has been beautifully restored and renovated by its architect owner and now bears no [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>San Lorenzo is a simply delightful stone storehouse that was part of an ancient farming estate dating back to the late Middle Ages. Once used as a wine store, the farmhouse has been beautifully restored and renovated by its architect owner and now bears no relation to its past use.  Fully restored with care and attention to detail this villa is elegantly furnished with extremely good taste; the modern soft furnishings and other little luxuries combine to create a world apart from its simple country beginnings.</p>
<p>Tuscany isn’t just cypress lined roads, vineyards and olive groves, it isn’t just winding roads through spectacular mountains, it isn’t just a wealth of farmhouses on hilltops with panoramic views. It is so much more and every district has its own distinct character. Wild and untamed, rugged and beautiful, the Mugello is everything you would want and more. An idyllic retreat for families or friends looking for a rural location with spectacular views of the Mugello countryside. A covered dining loggia overlooks the lawned and flower filled garden, taking full advantage of the awe inspiring scnery.</p>
<p><strong>Local distances:</strong> Accessed by 500 metres of white road, the villa is close to a number of sporting activities. Horse riding is available only 1 km away, tennis 3 km, river canoeing 3 km, golf and watersports at Lake Bilancino 16 km. Vicchio 3.5 km, Dicomano 6 km, Montecatini Terme (spa town) 85 km, Borgo San Lorenzo (best tailor in the region) 11 km, Barberino 29 km, Fiesole 30 km, Florence 35 km.</p>
<p><strong>Recommended airports:</strong> Florence 56 km, Bologna 103 km, Bologna Forli 82 km, Pisa 142 km.</p>
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