A protected landscape
The landscape is protected with particular rigour: even modest exterior works, such as a fence or a pergola, may require authorisation. Before any work, a technician should be consulted.
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Property care in Val d'Orcia.
One of Tuscany's most celebrated landscapes is also one of the most demanding for those who own a house there: long distances, gravel roads, wind on the ridges, strict protections. We look after houses around Pienza and San Quirico d'Orcia.
What happens to a house here
Three things we know about this area.
Gravel roads and distances
Many houses are reached by gravel roads that rain damages and summer fills with dust. Suppliers and deliveries must be organised well ahead: for a tradesman, an hour on the road is part of the quote.
Dry summers
Tall grass and drought make it important to cut back around the house in time and keep an eye on wells, cisterns and the water used by pool and garden.
Towns we cover
Minutes by car from Castiglione del Lago.
Pienza50′
San Quirico d'Orcia55′
Indicative times in normal conditions. Nearby towns are assessed case by case.
For occasions
Farmhouses and estates on the ridges.
Val d'Orcia is much sought after for weddings and private events: all the more reason to choose carefully. We check access for vehicles on gravel roads, accommodation for guests, wind and plan B, music curfews in the most isolated spots.
Questions
About Val d'Orcia.
Why is there a supplement for Val d'Orcia?
Because it is at the edge of our radius, about 50–55 minutes from Castiglione del Lago. The supplement of €30 a month covers the extra travel time of each visit.
Do you also cover houses in Montalcino or Castiglione d'Orcia?
We assess case by case: they are more than an hour from us. If we cannot guarantee reasonable response times, we tell you at the first conversation.
Can you coordinate a technician for work in a protected area?
Yes. We refer you to a qualified technician who knows the local procedures, accompany them on site and coordinate timings. Their fee is invoiced to you.
A house in this area? Let's talk.
Tell us about the house in a few lines. We reply personally within 24 hours on working days.