What specific attributes qualify a villa for this title? There are several characteristics that contribute to an accurate description of the term ‘Boutique Villa’. Atmosphere is a major factor. If atmosphere is considered the main reason why a boutique villa produces memorable holidays then it must be crucial. The definition […]
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Monterchi is a particularly special hill town because it has a famous fresco by the quattrocento artist Piero della Francesca, painted between 1455 and 1465. This Renaissance gem is quite a surprise to come across. Piero drew his inspiration from a pagan ritual that pregnant woman would perform. They would […]
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There’s plenty to see, do, eat and enjoy in and around Anghiari; a fascinating area only 20 minutes drive from La Buia Villa
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Arezzo Antiques Market is famed throughout Italy. It’s a treasure trove of delectable items everywhere you look. For the Antiques Market (or Flea Market as it’s otherwise known), merchants come from all over to set up their stalls in the Piazza Grande on the first week-end of the month. On warm […]
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Looking out southeasterly from La Buia, Monte Santa Maria glints in the distance like a beacon. Just 12 minutes drive from La Buia.
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Lippiano, like many of the hill towns of Italy, is dominated by its 10th Century castle, its look-out tower visible from afar.
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The area is also perfectly suited to road and off road cycling. ‘Like the French, cycling is very much part of Italian life and each town has its own cycling club.
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