House and location
On this page you will find more details about the house and its location, as well as information about staying at "Podere Colle All' Asino".
House
The "Podere Colle All' Asino" offers a large eat-in kitchen on the ground floor, as well as a separate dining area, our seminar room and a toilet in the former stables.
Upstairs there are four simply furnished bedrooms , a large dormitory , the multifunctional room "Bibliotek" , which can also be used as a bedroom, and two bathrooms.
In total, there are 24 beds available in the house and 4 beds in the dormitory in the former barn.
Kitchen, dining area, living rooms and bathrooms:
Kitchen
The approximately 45 m2 large, almost original kitchen-living room with historic open fireplace has a modern gas stove for cooking including an electric oven and an additional wood stove for heating and cooking on cooler days.
Dining room
Our inviting 50 m² dining room provides the perfect setting for convivial evenings with family and friends. Equipped with a large wood-burning stove for cooler days, it creates a cozy atmosphere where unforgettable meals and shared memories can be made.
Seminar room
Located on the ground floor is our seminar and common room, measuring approximately 90 square meters. It is ideal for courses with up to ten participants and comes equipped with a foosball table and a table tennis table. The bright space, featuring wooden flooring and floor-to-ceiling windows, offers a magnificent view of the surrounding landscape and is well-separated from the rest of the house by a large glass door. It includes a sound system, plenty of chairs, and a sink suitable for creative projects.
"Library" / Multifunctional room
Our charming upstairs "library" is a versatile, multifunctional room, perfect for relaxing and reading. With a comfortable sofa, it's the ideal retreat for quiet moments, offering beautiful views of the surrounding hills.
However, the room can also be used as a separate bedroom.
Large bathroom
The spacious "large bathroom" offers you a shower, a toilet, a bidet and an inviting bathtub.
The two sinks provide enough space for two people using the bathroom.
Small bathroom
Our "small bathroom" is functionally equipped with a shower, a toilet and a sink.
For cold days, an electric or a small wood-burning stove provides warmth.
Toilet for seminar room
An additional toilet is located adjacent to the seminar room in the basement.
There is also a small fan heater here.
Outdoor bath
In summer, our outdoor pool in the middle of nature offers an additional shower or bathing option.
A truly unique experience!
Hot water is heated exclusively by solar power here, therefore its use is limited to the summer half-year.
A list of all the house's amenities , and especially the kitchen, is available as a PDF download on our "Contact and Info" page.
Also, a small packing list.
Key features at a glance:
- Wi-Fi available
- Smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, gas detectors available
Please note: The house does not yet have central heating. Wood-burning stoves and an open fireplace are available in the kitchen and dining room.
- No swimming pool
- no TV/satellite system, no microwave
Bedroom:
In the 5 bedrooms plus multifunctional room "library" we offer space for 6 adults or couples (occupancy as single rooms) or, if it can be a little more cramped, space for up to 12 adults (occupancy as double rooms) .
To give you a better idea of the possible room occupancy, here is an overview of the bedrooms:
"Pink"
The "Rosa" bedroom offers approximately 15 square meters of space for two adults in a double bed (1.40 x 2.00 m) and one child on a separate mattress. It faces east and offers a beautiful view of the sunrise in the morning.
"Giallo"
The bedroom "Giallo" faces south and offers space of just under 20 square meters for two adults in two adjoining bed frames (0.90 x 2.00 m) and 2 children on 2 separate mattresses (0.90 x 2.00 m).
When occupied by two independent people (e.g., for seminars), the bed frames can also be separated.
"Arancia"
The bedroom "Arancia" faces north and offers space of just under 20 square meters for two adults in two adjoining bed frames (1.00 x 2.00 m) and 2 children on 2 separate mattresses (0.90 x 2.00 m).
When occupied by two independent people (e.g., for seminars), the bed frames can also be separated.
"Rosso"
The bedroom "Rosso" faces south and offers space of just under 20 square meters for two adults in a bed frame (2.00 x 2.00 m) and 1 child on a separate mattress (1.20 x 2.00 m).
"Grande" / Mattress Warehouse
This 50 m2 room consists of two former smaller rooms, a beautiful oak wood floor and offers enchanting views in all directions.
It can be occupied alone, but is also suitable for two parties sharing the room or for up to 9 people or children together.
The following are available:
1 x 1.40 x 2.00 m bed frame, 5 x 0.90 x 2.00 m bed bases, 1 sofa bed 1.40 x 2.00 m
"Library" / Multifunctional room
Our "library" is a multi-purpose room, but can also be used as a bedroom. A bed measuring 1.40 x 2.00 m is available there.
Mattress storage barn
Additionally, there is the option of staying overnight in the tower room of the former barn. This room can accommodate a maximum of two couples on two bed frames measuring 1.40 x 2.00 m.
Attention, the room in the barn can only be reached via a ladder.
Please note: if possible, please bring your own bed linen, sheets and towels.
Camping
It is of course also possible to set up additional tents on the spacious grounds if needed.
Terraces
The covered pergola in the courtyard, with an inviting dining table and plenty of space for several people, is perfect for long meals together or barbecues.
The partially shaded south-facing terrace, overlooking the fields and Volterra, is perfect for stargazing in the early morning, evening, or at night. You can also barbecue here or simply enjoy a nice campfire.
On the south side of the house, you can enjoy a leisurely breakfast at a table for up to 6 people in the shade of olive trees.
The northern terrace behind the former barn, with its lounge chairs and view towards Lajatico, is shaded for a long time and offers you the opportunity to read in peace or watch the sunset in the evening.
There are also many other spots around the house where a deck chair can be set up in the shade of a tree.
Location and surroundings
Lajatico
The Podere "Colle All'Asino" is located just a few kilometers from Lajatico , a village belonging to the municipality and boasting a history spanning over a thousand years.
In the village center, ten minutes away, several bars, various shops and a baker with fresh bread rolls beckon, in addition there is "Pizza al taglio", pizza to go, and several smaller restaurants.
Orciatico
Orciatico can be reached via a short hike directly from our house.
This small but popular village offers fantastic views of the Era Valley. If you're lucky, the only bar in town will be open!
Peccioli
Those who want to shop nearby should go to Coop below Peccioli and combine their shopping with a visit to the small town.
Particularly noteworthy are the new architectural elements, which have been carefully integrated into the medieval structure of Peccioli. The large, colorful footbridge, which connects the parking lot to the town via an elevator, and the spacious, modern wooden terrace with its fantastic views of the Tuscan hills are definitely worth a visit.
Volterra
The town of Volterra, which can be reached in twenty minutes by car and has a unique medieval town hall, has a special charm in every season.
The city's Etruscan origins, visible everywhere, and the Roman excavations are impressive. Volterra offers fantastic views of the surrounding landscape.
Volterra has two large supermarkets: Coop and Conad.
On Saturdays, Volterra, like many other nearby towns on various days, has a large market that attracts visitors with fresh vegetables, household goods, clothes and, last but not least, all kinds of culinary delights such as wild boar panini, fried vegetables or croquettes.
On site
The "Podere Colle All`Asino" is situated on a small hill amidst fields of grain.
The path up to "Podere Colle All'Asino" is a dirt track just under 2 km long and leads across our neighbors' farm. This neighboring farm is about 1 km away.
You can find detailed directions for the "last few meters" on our "Contact and Info" page:
