All Year Round
John spent his previous years managing some of the world's greatest rock bands and pop acts, from The Strokes to Christina Aguilera, which means he knows just a thing or two about what it means to offer exceptional and incredible quality service (it also means he knows how to handle challenging projects given the rider of some of his previous clients). John's wife Ondine is a leading travel journalist who writes for a number of the top travel and lifestyle magazines in the states, from Traveller to GQ and is also the denizen of the cool lists for many publications. And the have just built a house in Italy.
The result: one of the most stunning property locations we at Black Tomato have had the pleasure to see. This place combines the classic Tuscan aesthetic with contemporary design and sophisticated service that is all about laidback luxury. It's refreshingly unlike the tried and tested farmhouse feel; in our eyes La Bandita offers a wonderfully unique proposition that combines the best of the Tuscan environment and ambience with outstanding up-to-date comfort and services.
Formerly a derelict farm, La Bandita is set high up in a two thousand acre nature reserve. This stunningly beautiful location boasts 360-degree views of the Val d'Orcia (the gorgeous countryside south of Siena), with its rolling pasture land, olive groves, monasteries and fortified stone villages that haven't changed much in 500 years.
The four acre property features outdoor dining areas, an infinity pool overlooking the valley and spacious guestrooms with sweeping views, modern furnishings, air-conditioning, luxurious linens and a series of wonderful extra services (from as much cappuccino as you can drink and routes for local walks through the countryside and hill towns to free Wi-Fi and local chefs cooking for you in the beautiful grounds).
La Bandita sleeps up to 16 and is available for complete hire or as individual rooms by the day. So whether it's the perfect group summer retreat or a romantic and stylish weekend away, please get in touch so that we can share this secret hideaway with you.
