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City / Village Apartment in Siena with 4 bedrooms sleeps 8

Galeria de fotos de l’allotjament City / Village Apartment in Siena with 4 bedrooms sleeps 8

Servei de restauració a l'aire lliure
4 dormitoris, escriptori i planxa i posts de planxar
Frigorífic, microones, forn i placa de cuina
Televisor
Servei de restauració

Opinions

10 sobre 10,
Magnífic

Apartament sencer

4 dormitoris3 banysCapacitat per a 8160 metres quadrats

Serveis populars

  • Esmorzar disponible
  • Banyera d’hidromassatge
  • Assecadora
  • Cuina
  • Rentadora
  • Barbacoa

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City / Village Apartment in Siena with 4 bedrooms sleeps 8

Spacious and bright penthouse just a few steps from the historic center of Siena and only 5 minutes from the entrance to the expressway connecting Florence to Rome.
Strategic location to reach some of the most famous historic cities such as San Gimignano, Monteriggioni, Montalcino, Volterra, and Florence.
The apartment features two large terraces furnished with beautiful garden furniture, a table and chairs, and a barbecue. The other terrace hosts a beautiful hot tub, perfect for relaxing after a day spent exploring the charming nearby villages.

Bus stop 50m from the apartment
Train Station 800m far from the apartment

On request available:
Airport transfers
Private driver on disposal
Welcome dinner
Cooking classes
Siena Private walking guided tour
Car rental with delivery service at the apartment

Hot tube open from April 1st to October 30th
the hot tub can be used every day from 9am to 9 pm

Siena city Center
Siena's Cathedral and Opa Complex
Piazza del Campo
Chianti Hills
Wineries

Private parking available on request and paid on site 30,00 euro per day

===== ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION =====
The apartment consists of 4 comfortable double bedrooms and 3 bathrooms (2 bedrooms have a private bathroom), a large fully equipped kitchen with oven, microwave, refrigerator and freezer, stove, toaster, blender, coffee maker, ice maker, washing machine and dishwasher.
Large living room of 54 square meters furnished with satellite TV, DVD player, wi fi) with direct access to the large terrace.
Two large terraces furnished with beautiful garden furniture, table and chairs and a barbecue. The other terrace hosts a beautiful whirlpool tub ideal for relaxing after a day spent discovering the wonderful close by villages.

The hot tub is open from April 1st to October 30th (available upon request from November 1st to March 31st for a fee of €200).

Tourist tax is €4.00 per person, payable locally in cash.
The cost of heating, electricity and air conditioning is not included and will be charged based on consumption.

3 double bedrooms:
Bedroom1 - King size bed
Bedroom 2 - Queen size bed
Bedroom 3 - French bed (140cm)
Bedroom 4 - Queen size bed

Bathroom 1 - large shower, wc, bidet, washbasin
Bathroom 2 - (ensuite to bedroom 1) shower, wc, washbasin
Bathroom 3 - (ensuite to bedroom 4) shower, wc, bidet, washbasin, washing machine and dryer

The following might be to be paid extra: Airport Pickup, Babycot, Bed linen and towels (weekly changed), Cooking lessons, Electricity, Final Cleaning, Heating, Pre-arrival grocery service, Refundable Security Deposit, Tourist tax, Welcome Dinner.

Administrador de l’allotjament

Francesca of the Best of mas

Idiomes

Anglès i italià.

Afegeix les dates per veure els preus

Serveis de l’allotjament

Piscina i spa

  • Piscina d'hidromassatge

Internet

  • Disponible a l'apartament: wifi gratuït

Aparcament i opcions de transport

  • Servei de limusina o xofer
  • Aparcament a les instal·lacions

Cuina

  • Bullidora elèctrica
  • Cafetera i tetera
  • Estris de cuina, vaixella i coberteria
  • Forn
  • Frigorífic
  • Microones
  • Placa de cuina
  • Rentaplats
  • Torradora
  • Tovallons de paper

Restaurants

  • Esmorzar de pagament disponible
  • Servei de xef

Dormitoris

  • 4 dormitoris
  • Es proporcionen llençols

Bany

  • 3 banys
  • Assecador de cabells
  • Bidet
  • Dutxa
  • Es proporcionen tovalloles
  • Paper higiènic
  • Sabó

Sales d'estar

  • Menjador independent

Entreteniment

  • Televisor amb canals per cable i per satèl·lit

Zones a l'aire lliure

  • Balcó
  • Barbacoa
  • Mobles a l'aire lliure

Serveis de bugaderia

  • Bugaderia
  • Rentadora

Espais de treball

  • Cadira d'escriptori
  • Escriptori

Comoditat

  • Aire condicionat
  • Calefacció

Animals de companyia

  • No s'admeten animals de companyia

Característiques especials i accessibilitat

  • Ascensor
  • Allotjament lliure de fum

Serveis i comoditats

  • Planxa i taula de planxar
  • Servei de neteja (cal sol·licitar-lo)
  • Serveis de consergeria

Aspectes destacats de la ubicació

  • En un poble

Activitats

  • Classes de cuina

Mesures de seguretat

  • Detector de monòxid de carboni (l'amfitrió ha indicat que hi ha un detector de monòxid de carboni a l'allotjament)
  • Detector de fum (l'amfitrió ha indicat que hi ha un detector de fum a l'allotjament)
  • Extintor

General

  • Mida de la unitat: 160 metres quadrats
  • Servei de neteja (cal sol·licitar-lo)

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Polítiques

Entrada

Hora d'inici del registre d'entrada: 15:00
Edat mínima per fer el registre d'entrada: 18 anys.

Sortida

Hora límit per al registre de sortida: 10:00.

Instruccions especials d’entrada

Rebràs un correu electrònic de l'amfitrió amb les instruccions per fer l'entrada i la sortida

Animals de companyia

No s'admeten animals de companyia.

Nens i llits addicionals

En aquest allotjament s'admeten nens

Informació important

Taxes

Els següents càrrecs es paguen a l'allotjament i poden incloure els impostos aplicables:

  • Càrrec pel consum d'electricitat: 0.5 EUR per kw/h
  • Càrrec per l'ús de la calefacció: 1.9 EUR per metre cúbic

Hem inclòs tots els càrrecs que ens ha proporcionat l'allotjament.

Informació indispensable

Aquest allotjament està gestionat per un amfitrió professional, de manera que el seu oferiment va lligat a la seva professió, empresa o activitat comercial.
En funció de la política de l'allotjament, pot aplicar-se un recàrrec per persona addicional.
En fer el registre d'entrada, és possible que calgui presentar un document d'identitat oficial amb fotografia i una targeta de crèdit o dèbit, o bé abonar un dipòsit en efectiu, per cobrir qualsevol despesa imprevista.
Les sol·licituds especials no es poden garantir i estan subjectes a disponibilitat en arribar; poden aplicar-se recàrrecs.
Aquest allotjament accepta efectiu.
Es prohibeix estrictament celebrar festes o esdeveniments a les instal·lacions.
El propietari ha indicat que hi ha un detector de monòxid de carboni a l'allotjament.
El propietari ha indicat que hi ha un detector de fum a l'allotjament.
Pel que fa als elements de seguretat, hi trobaràs un extintor.
Aquest allotjament el gestiona el nostre col·laborador Vrbo. Rebràs un correu de part seva amb un enllaç a un compte que et permetrà modificar o cancel·lar la reserva.
Número de registre de l’allotjament: IT052032C2YAMUBF8K

Informació addicional

Tots els clients, menors inclosos, han de ser presents en fer l'entrada i mostrar un document d'identitat o un passaport oficial vàlid i amb fotografia
D'acord amb la normativa del país, aquest allotjament no accepta pagaments en efectiu d'imports superiors a 5000 EUR; per a més informació, contacta amb l'allotjament mitjançant la informació que trobaràs a la confirmació de la reserva

L’allotjament també es coneix com a

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Informació sobre el barri

Mapa
Siena, Provincia di Siena

Què hi ha als voltants

  • Policlínic Santa Maria alle Scotte - 4 minuts en cotxe - 2.2 km
  • Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena - 4 minuts en cotxe - 2.9 km
  • Universitat de Siena - 5 minuts en cotxe - 3.2 km
  • Piazza del Campo - 5 minuts en cotxe - 3.2 km
  • Catedral de Siena - 5 minuts en cotxe - 3.2 km

Com moure’s per la zona

  • Estació de tren de Siena: 12 min a peu

Restaurants

  • ‪Sushiko - ‬15 minuts a peu
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 minuts a peu
  • ‪San Paolo Pub - ‬11 minuts a peu
  • ‪Bar Ciompi - ‬7 minuts a peu
  • ‪Old Wild West - ‬14 minuts a peu

Preguntes freqüents

City / Village Apartment in Siena with 4 bedrooms sleeps 8 accepta animals de companyia?

No, no es permeten animals de companyia a l'allotjament.

A quina hora es fa el registre d'entrada a City / Village Apartment in Siena with 4 bedrooms sleeps 8?

Hora d'inici del registre d'entrada: 15:00.

A quina hora es fa el registre de sortida a City / Village Apartment in Siena with 4 bedrooms sleeps 8?

Registre de sortida: 10:00.

On es troba City / Village Apartment in Siena with 4 bedrooms sleeps 8?

Aquest edifici d'apartaments es troba a Camollia i a molt poca distància de les atraccions següents: Estadi de Siena i Palasport Mens Sana. Universitat per a Estrangers de Siena i Porta Camollia també són a menys de 2 km. Estació de tren de Siena és a 12 min a peu.

Opinions: City / Village Apartment in Siena with 4 bedrooms sleeps 8

Opinions

10

Magnífic

Puntuació 10: Excel·lent. 95 de 100 opinions
Puntuació 8: Bo. 5 de 100 opinions
Puntuació 6: Acceptable. 0 de 100 opinions
Puntuació 4: Deficient. 0 de 100 opinions
Puntuació 2: Horrible. 0 de 100 opinions

10/10

Neteja

Opinions

10/10, Excel·lent

Emily B.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Best of Everything !!

I could not be more pleased with our recent stay in the Casamia apartment. Francesca and her amazing staff were attentive and responsive to every question we had. They also arranged a private tour of the Montalpachino area for our group of six. It was thoughtfully organized and perfectly executed! If we are lucky enough to visit this special part of the world again, we will definitely choose Francesca and her wonderful team! Grazie!!
Estada de 6 nits (maig 2025)

10/10, Excel·lent

Catherine D., Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Great place to stay for large groups

We stayed for four days in March. The apartment was large and great for our group of 7. Just outside of old city but close to access it by cab or escalator up.
Estada de 4 nits (març 2025)

10/10, Excel·lent

Jerzy N.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Komfortowe mieszkanie w Sienie

Świetnie urządzone niedaleko od centrum Sieny i blisko świetnych restauracji, Polecamy
Estada de 5 nits (ag. 2024)

10/10, Excel·lent

Eric P.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Great Location and View

Place was really nice and Francesca responsive. If you want to explore Siena and surrounding Tuscan countryside I highly recommend.
Estada de 4 nits (jul. 2024)

10/10, Excel·lent

Chris K.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Wonderful Place

We Absolutely Loved our stay at Casamia!!! Very Clean, the host Francesca was a Delight. Just a very short drive to Siena, so a Great Location!!! We would go back in a min. I would Recommend this Lovely Penthouse to anyone!!! Loved It!!!!!
Estada de 3 nits (juny 2024)

10/10, Excel·lent

Anne W., Crossville TN

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Fantastico!

Our host Francesca guided us from reservation to checkout ensuring our trip to Tuscany was flawless. It started with arranging transport from Florence. Our driver was Vincenzo. We arranged to get picked up early so we could make a stop on San Gimignano (Francesca's suggestion). He not only provided transport, he also provided us information on the area and suggested lunch at a Chianti winery which was a highlight of the trip. It felt like a friend or family member was showing us around. We had a delicious and informative welcome dinner when we arrived at the apartment The apartment is beautiful, very spacious and has two beautiful balconies. We booked a wine tour to Montepulciano/ Pienza. Our driver-tour guide sommelier Ambra was great and ensured we had a very special experience. All of our excursion were arranged directly with Best of Mas and it was very convenient and worth while having a local person guiding us to make the very most of our trip to beautiful Tuscany.
Estada de 5 nits (juny 2024)

8/10, Bo

Rick K.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Casamia penthouse in Siena

We stayed in this apartment in Oct2023. Overall our stay there was good. The front of the apartment is on a busy street on the 4th floor. The website shows beautiful views which are from the balconies from the front of the apartment. The views were incredible and we enjoyed watching the sunrise from the balcony. What wasn't clear from the posting was that right below the balcony is a busy street. In the morning before traffic started up it was peaceful but for the rest of the day there is quite a bit of traffic. The back of the apartment looks into a large block of apartments. We raised the shades to let light in and you are looking into your neighbors windows and balconies. The apartment itself was nicely sized. There are 4 bedrooms, and two of those have en-suite bathrooms which was nice. This is not a "modern" apartment. The appliances and the furnishings are fine but older. We had problems with the clothes dryer continually shutting off and the toaster didn't work well, but everything else was functional. Other than the traffic we liked the location. It was well situated for our travels both within Siena and for our travels outside the city. One thing that could have become an issue but didn't was that approximately 10 days before we were going to arrive I received a note that we had to pay for electricity above 60kWh (this was not in the contract). The AC unit controls were not there when we arrived and it was muggy but they brought them the next day.
Estada de 5 nits (oct. 2023)

10/10, Excel·lent

Ann C.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Most wonderful apartment and Hostess

As the title suggests-we could not have found a better place to stay for our Tuscany adventures. Francesca, our hostess, has to be the kindest and most gracious VRBO owner I have ever encountered. And I use VRBO a lot. She met us at the train station with 2 cars—not just the one we rented- she knew the five of us had a lot of large bags. She took time to orient us to the beautiful apartment rather than just pointing to the book with detailed information. We were a group of five—my brother, sister, their spouses and me. The four had never been in Italy so Francesca arranged a “welcome” dinner our first night, which we requested and paid for. Two fun ladies came and cooked an authentic Tuscan meal. What a night! We rented a car from Francesca—a very new Jeep Compass with automatic transmission and all the safety features which allowed us to safely drive around Tuscany. The apartment itself is as advertised. Spacious, well equipped, comfortable and clean. We all slept well. Kitchen seems to have been remodeled recently and we enjoyed making breakfast and cooked one dinner there. I wish I could accurately describe how easy working with Francesca and Marta who helps Francesca. Again, Francesca is the most gracious person I may have ever met. We all agreed we would book the home again.
Estada de 3 nits (oct. 2023)

8/10, Bo

MARTIN W.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Nice Penthouse Apartment

The unit has a nice view from the balcony and was very spacious. 3 couples could easily stay there and not be crowded. The beds were very comfortable and the bathrooms modern. The A/C worked very well and was quiet. The host was very nice and helpful.
Estada de 3 nits (set. 2023)

10/10, Excel·lent

Darcy B.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Amazing penthouse with Tuscany views

We enjoyed our stay in such a beautifully appointed family home. Our hostess Francesca was the best and gave us very detailed information. I would highly recommend this home.
Estada de 3 nits (oct. 2023)

10/10, Excel·lent

Viatger verificat

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

5 Nights

Francesca & her team were wonderful! She arranged a Van to pick up the 4 of us in Florence and driver is to VRBO. We walked to grocery, pharmacy, restaurants, El Campo, cathedral, etc. Our ages 78,75,74,66! She helped us navigate healthcare in foreign country while feeling unwell on 2 occasions. She arranged a truffle tour that had to be cancelled due to sickness and have us a rental car for ~2 days. She went above and beyond and we are so grateful. Only a few suggestions: kitchen- task lighting for cooking, bathrooms- hooks, shelves, towel racks.
Estada de 5 nits (set. 2023)

10/10, Excel·lent

Viatger verificat

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Lovely terrace apt

Great place to stay with a group of 7. Everything was great Host was always available for us. Not super close to city walls of Siena but convenient with car or long walk Would recommend this place
Estada de 3 nits (ag. 2023)

10/10, Excel·lent

Richard M.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Exceptional break in wonderful Siena

Quite simply amazing. The property lived up to and in many way exceeded its billing. We were made to feel welcome and comfortable in a superb and well-located property
Estada de 10 nits (jul. 2023)

10/10, Excel·lent

JOSEPH M.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Wonderful time in Siena!

The Casamia penthouse was beautiful, spacious and clean. Just as presented in the pictures. Francesca was wonderful- so responsive with all of our requests. We arranged with her airport and cruise ship transfers, as well as winery tours and a cooking class. All arrangements worked out perfectly. Quiet location and walkable to Siena
Estada de 5 nits (juny 2023)

10/10, Excel·lent

Judy A.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Trip to Siena

Enjoyed our 3 day visit to Siena. Casamia Penthouse is an awesome place, exactly as described,Wish we could have enjoyed the hot tub and terraces but it was chilly and rainy! Did have difficulty finding the place but Sabrina was awesome helping us!! Very clean, bed very comfortable, fully equipped kitchen, centrally located. Would definitely stay there again!!
Estada de 3 nits (maig 2023)

10/10, Excel·lent

Cynthia F.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

1st time in Siena

Francesca was very kind! Our travel up from the Almafi Coast was long (even though we were on a fast train) as there was trouble with lines on the track that held us up. Therefore, we were 2+ hours later getting to the property on a Sunday night. Taxi’s we’re very few and far between so we dragged our luggage all the way up the hill at 22:00! Not the hosts fault though, we didn’t have enough communication ahead of time. She came by the following evening and showed us everything we needed to know about the apartment. She gave us advice and tried to help us with travel arrangements to some of the mid-evil towns for the following day. I learned that even though we were traveling near the end of the season it’s still imperative to make even the smallest arrangements well in advance of your travel date! Francesca did all she could to help us make our short time in Siena worth while and was even able to arrange transportation to Florence at the end of our stay! The location to the mid-evil city of Siena isn’t as close as I’d hoped but everything we needed was still within walking distance. The apartment was very nice and comfortable for our group of 5 and I even cooked! I would definitely recommend this apartment!
Estada de 3 nits (set. 2022)

8/10, Bo

Kirstie P.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Clean, Spacious & Bright Apartment

Our family of 5 enjoyed our stay in this spacious, clean and art-filled apartment. The rooms and decor are even nicer in person. We so appreciated the air conditioning during the very hot weather, the apartment was a great place to cool down and relax after exploring the area in the intense heat! The beds were comfortable, the kitchen fully-stocked and Francesca was easy to communicate with. Given the heat, we may have chosen an accommodation slightly closer to the main part of Siena to avoid extra time walking in heat. But overall, we would happily recommend this unit!
Estada de 4 nits (jul. 2022)

10/10, Excel·lent

Rachel M.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Family Trip

Grazie Francesca! Your knowledge & hospitality made our family trip very memorable. Excellent suggestions for sights and restaurants. Casamia was spacious, well located and easily accommodated our family. We will gladly recommend to family and friends! Rachel
Estada de 7 nits (juny 2022)

10/10, Excel·lent

Alexia P.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Great getaway in Siena

Super-clean, spacious, convenient and comfortable apartment with attentive host and fantastic terrace where you can relax after long days sight-seeing.
Estada de 6 nits (juny 2022)

10/10, Excel·lent

Jennifer L.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Wonderful stay!

Francesca was so welcoming! Wonderful amenities! Our stay was perfect!
Estada de 4 nits (juny 2022)

10/10, Excel·lent

Stefan H.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Beautiful penthouse in Siena

This appartment hosts easily 7 persons, with 8 persons it gets tight as one bed is pretty narrow. Beautiful living room with kitchen which is well equipped for cooking. Bedrooms are all fine as well as the bathrooms. We only missed a few hooks for towels. Everything is new or in good shape (exception are the antiques obviously, which give the appartment a nice touch). The appartment is very well placed to explore Siena and the surroundings like the Chianti region, San Gimigniano and Florence. The host Francesca is very helpful and provides a lot of useful information. There are a couple of Pizzerias in easy walking distance, we liked the pizza at „The Jolly“ very much.
Estada de 7 nits (oct. 2019)

10/10, Excel·lent

James O.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

A great penthouse apartment

We had a fabulous time in the Siena area and Francesca's apartment was a great base of operations. My wife and I were traveling with one other couple and there was more than enough room. We each had a bedroom with a private bath. There were actually two more bedrooms and a shared bath with a large shower. There is a large dining room table and a smaller kitchen table as well. There is a working hot tub on the patio that we were very excited about when we checked in (and then never used because we were so busy and tired at night). I sat on the balcony having coffee each morning - a perfect way to start the day. The apartment has a parking spot that was available to us but we found street parking right across from the entrance every time so we never had to use the available spot. Francesca was a wonderful host. We were in touch each day and she was always sending me restaurant recommendations and tour tidbits for the different areas we had planned. She also delivered home backed nutella cookies that were delicious with our morning coffee. I would highly recommend Francesca's apartment if you are looking to explore Siena and the surrounding Tuscan area. It is close to highways and an relatively easy 15 minute walk to old town Siena. Take advantage of Francesca's local knowledge of the area and you will not be disappointed Thank you Francesca.

10/10, Excel·lent

Bob D., Zionsville, IN USA

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Siena 2019 visit

Nice accommodation but we had trouble finding it on check in date. Francesca and Francesco gave us a wonderful cooking class that we booked in advance.
Estada de 5 nits (oct. 2019)

10/10, Excel·lent

La Farist M.

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Wonderful place to stay

From the beginning, Francesca answered every question and was an exceptional host. Her penthouse was clean, bright and expertly decorated. It was clear to us upon arriving that she cared about her property and took time to make sure her guests were comfortable! There are 4 nicely decorated bedrooms (2 bedrooms contain bathrooms; and there are two bedrooms that will share a very nice bathroom on the hallway). Her husband picked us up from Fiumicino airport and drove us to the property. He certainly did not have to do that but we greatly appreciated There are 2 food markets near the house, and from one of them, you can park underneath the mall and walk thru the mall and take a series of escalators up and out and walk through the city to get to the area where the Palio horse races take place. we had just missed it by a few days...along the walk are shopping stores and restaurants...great distance for kids to walk (just watch out for the random cars that drive thru). Back to the house, there are about 3 separate balconies to enjoy the spectacular spacial views across the street (2 are off bedrooms and the largest is off the dining area).Francesca makes sure that you lack nothing inside the house...there’s a washer and dryer there too. She cares about her guests too, so when my son (9) developed stomach pain and fever, she was able to schedule and drive us to the pediatrician (all within 30 minutes)! I am truly grateful for that. After we left the doctor’s office, she took us to get the prescription filled, and without missing a beat, she came and gave the rest of the group cooking lessons. They made 4 different types of pasta, by hand, and we ate it all for dinner, while Francesca cleaned the kitchen and left us to enjoy the food. From the penthouse in Siena, you can take a scenic drive to Montalcino (oh! Francesca rented to us a 9-seater van for our group of 8 - it is a manual though, so be sure someone in the group can drive that)....or just be lazy and let Francesca take you on the tours through wine country, Tuscany. There were very few tourists in Montalcino, so if you want to avoid the crowds, visit and see a beautiful castle, shop for wine, eat gelato and just walk. There are beautiful scenic views along your stroll. We had a wonder 6 day stay in Francesca’s penthouse and I would love for everyone to get a taste of Italy. Stay at her house, you will love it! Thank you Francesca!!
Estada de 6 nits (jul. 2019)

10/10, Excel·lent

Viatger verificat

Què li ha agradat: Neteja

Fabulous

The property is fantastic and would comfortably sleep eight people with enough space not to be on top of each other. Everything you need for a complete home from home. Lovely balcony and hot tub. Ten minutes walk to the gateway of Siena.