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LORENZO VILLAGE

16Zi, SIENA, Tuscany, Italy
Betten 37 : 1.360€ – 2.260€ / Nacht

The Lorenzo Village with eight apartments lies between Siena and the wonderful Florence. The lovely historical San Gimignano is only a few kilometers away. In former times Lorenzo Village was home of worship for the Goths. Within the village you will find the small Church of San Lorenzo of the 9th century. It was built on the ruins of an older building from the 5th century. The altar shows a fresco painted by Pier Francesco Fiorentino (15th century).
Through carful and detailed restoration the original Tuscan elements have been perfectly combined with the modern.
The eight apartments are independent and have their own entrance and terrace. The village contains restaurant and bar and a large swimming pool for sunny days. There are 16 bedrooms in total.
Staying in this ancient Lorenzo Village will be a unforgettable experience.

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Situated halfway between Florence and Siena, Lorenzo Village is perfectly located for guests to visit some of Tuscany's best sites. Whether visitors want to explore the beautiful countryside, take in the art and culture or savour the delicious local food and wine, this part of Tuscany will suit all needs. Siena is 30 minutes by car, and Florence is 45 minutes. San Gimignano, with its beautiful towers, is just a few kilometres away.  The Ancient Lorenzo Village was a home and place of worship for the Goths. In 1963, people excavating around the village discovered the 'Treasures of Gologano': a Eucharistic kit, composed of four different goblets, a spoon and a paten, which is now housed at the Museum of Sacred Art in Colle Val D'Elsa. This discovery led historians to unearth the history behind the village. The treasure was buried by locals when the invasion was announced between the Alemanni and Franchi tribes after the defeat of Teia, the last king of the Goths, in Campania in 553 AD. In medieval times, the village belonged to the noble Sienese family, the Tolemei. It became a place of hospitality, as it was on the pilgrimage route for merchants and travelers from northern Europe to Rome. Within the complex is the little Church of San Lorenzo (9th century) built on the remains of an older building dating from the 5th century. The altar is adorned with a fresco depicting the Madonna and Child Enthroned between San Lorenzo and San Sebastian painted by Pier Francesco Fiorentino (15th century). According to popular tradition, Lorenzo Village was the meeting place between San Franesco of Assisi and San Lucchese. Getting there:
The nearest towns are Poggibonsi, 10 minutes away, Colle di Val d'Elsa and San Gimignano. The estate is very easy to access from the Autostrada connecting Florence and Siena, which passes close to Colle di Val d'Elsa and Poggibonsi (exit E35 Colle di Val d'Elsa Nord).