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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 480 sq m

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Hot tub

Washer

Kitchen

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

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Casanova, Toscana

La Spinetta Casanova6 min walk
Azienda Agricola Castelvecchio6 min drive
Teatro del Silenzio15 min drive
Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)35 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We have stayed at Il Signorino house, part of Borgo Fajani for 6 days in June. We had fabulous stay exactly as promised ...

Domenika T.

Feb 18, 2019

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Il Signorino

“Il Signorino” of Borgo Fajani is a picturesque detached brick farmhouse arranged on two floors. Ground floor entrance into the large sitting/dining room with Tuscan fireplace; two brick columns divide the sitting and dining areas, at the same floor there is a bathroom with shower.
Stairs to first floor lead to two double bedrooms and a bathroom with shower and Jacuzzi bathtube.
Casa Liliana shares the swimming-pool with 3 more units of "Borgo Fajani".
Although the pool is shared, the house has private sun-beds and sun-shades in a private part of the garden plus a private covered terrace with BBQ.

Two restaurants!
"La Locanda degli Artisti", a tiny cozy family pizzeria/restaurant is located few steps from the house.
And few steps away as well, "Laqua Vineyard" a Michelin 1 star restaurant!

Property manager

Alfredo Leonardini

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Pool

Washer

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 27

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts debit cards

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Terricciola

Located in Terricciola, this holiday home is in a rural area. Teatro del Silenzio and La Spinetta Casanova are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Peccioli Prehistoric Park and Pasta Martelli. Piscina Comunale Pontedera and Pasticceria Andreoni are also worth visiting.

Casanova, Toscana

What's nearby

La Spinetta Casanova - 6 min walk
Azienda Agricola Castelvecchio - 6 min drive
Peccioli Prehistoric Park - 7 min drive
Casciana Thermal Baths - 14 min drive
Teatro del Silenzio - 15 min drive

Getting around

Pontedera-Casciana Terme Station - 26 min drive
Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pasticceria Ferretti - ‬6 min drive
‪Bar Il Glicine SAS - ‬3 min drive
‪Caffetteria Sgherri - ‬7 min drive
‪Arcanugly pub - ‬7 min drive
‪I Locandieri - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Il Signorino pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Il Signorino?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Il Signorino located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is steps from La Spinetta Casanova and within 3 mi (5 km) of Azienda Agricola Castelvecchio and Badia di Morrona. Villa Baciocchi and Peccioli Prehistoric Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Domenika T.

18 Feb 2019

Charming relaxing and authentic Tuscan stay

We have stayed at Il Signorino house, part of Borgo Fajani for 6 days in June. We had fabulous stay exactly as promised by Alfredo himself and his website. The house was typical Tuscan very spartan arrangement but how authentic! It was spacious and open and the views from every window were to die for. The house was beautifully restored and well maintained. Apart from WiFi there were no luxuries but they were not necessary. It was the atmosphere of the place, access to fresh local produce, olive oil and wine and a little home restaurant 2 houses down from our place. The garden was beautiful and the pool sparkling clean offering relief in warm weather. The nights were fresh and cooler and we slept with all windows opened - no need for air conditioners. Alfredo was a great host tending to his property extremely well. He was around each day and spoke good English giving great tips on where to go and what to see. Casanova is quite central to some lovely old Tuscan cities like Volterra and San Gimigiano as well as other major places - Pisa, Lucca, Florence and Siena. It all depends on how much time one has but we were happy to just explore local spots within 30-40 min drive. My husband did a pizza/pasta course in nearby Peccioli and he loved it! We would certainly recommend staying in Borgo Fajani and would stay there again if we were visiting this area. This really suited our taste - fuss free, unpretentious stay in a simple but beautiful authentic surroundings and ability to explore local offerings. We had a glimpse of Alfredo's other houses and were impressed with his insistence on preserving local history and flavour in his accommodation. Domenika, Michel and Ella from Brisbane, Australia

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana T.

9 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour agréable

Notre séjour a été très agréable. Alfredo a été très attentif à nos besoins. L'arrivée s'est faite de manière très simple. Le chauffage a été allumé pour notre arrivée, ce qui nous a permis d'être à l'aise tout de suite. Alfredo est resté disponible et très aimable tout au long de notre séjour. Un grand merci pour l'accueil! La maison est très confortable, fonctionnelle et très propre!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jens B.

17 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ein toller Ort im Herzen der Toskana.

Wer nicht Menschenmassen sucht, sondern eine tolle, zentrale Lage im Herzen der Toskana, mit allen bekannten Zielen in erreichbarer Nähe, ist in einem der Häuser von Alfredo bestens aufgehoben. Lohnenswerte Tipps inklusive. Da will man wieder hin!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Doug M.

12 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Rustic Charm

Beautiful location with fantastic views over the Tuscan countryside. The accommodation was perfectly fine albeit somewhat basic but didn't detract from the charm of the place. Couple of observations/suggestions : - would benefit from air conditioning units in the bedrooms. Very difficult to sleep at night and leaving the windows open merely encouraged the mosquitoes. The mosquito nets on the windows were ineffectual as there was a large gap at the bottom. - the sunloungers would benefit from cushions. - reference should be made in the literature to the spiral staircase. Particularly difficult to negotiate with the suitcases. Not a major issue for us but potential clients should be warned. Nothwithstanding didn't detract from our holiday and we fell in love with the location. Alfredo was very welcoming and approachable Overall we were impressed with the accommodation and would recommend the location.

10/10 Excellent

Tricia R.

18 Feb 2019

A beautiful place - couldn’t have asked for a better place to go on holiday

A really nice place thank you

Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fombonne C., Paris

18 Feb 2019

Very nice holiday time spent in the middle of a wonderful landscape

Nous avons passé une excellente semaine en famille, dans cette maison très agréable pour le repos. La piscine a beaucoup plu aux enfants (juste le jet d'eau doucve attirait le guêpes, il faudrait le placer plus loin de la piscine). Et merci à Alfredo pour son hospitalité.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

GUILLERMOU B.

5 Sept 2018

un séjour nature formidable

Nous avons passez un très agréable séjour ,la location est très bien située pour visiter la Toscane,un supermarché est a proximité.la maison est charmante, propre et bien équipée, tout est pensé pour nôtre confort ,une vue époustouflante de toutes les pièces de la maison (oui vraiment toutes)C'est un endroit idéal pour se ressourcer au calme .Alfredo est très gentil et ultra disponible et discret,il parle plusieurs langues dont un peu le français !il aime nous faire découvrir sa belle région,il est présent tous les jours pour vérifier que tout est ok pour nous.la piscine est nettoyée quotidiennement.Il y a un petit restaurant dans le hameau qui vaut vraiment le détour !Je regrette simplement que notre séjour n'ait pas été plus long!Je recommande cet endroit vivement, aucun point négatif pour nous.

8/10 Good

Angela L., Portland, OR

15 June 2018

Beautiful setting

The home was in a beautiful setting and the pool was an added bonus. The restaurant down the hill was handy and delicious.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Maureen T.

14 May 2018

We truly enjoyed our stay at Borgo Fajani!

The property was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed, especially for breakfasts of cheese, jam, and croissants. The location was lovely and not far from the nearby towns, restaurants, shops, and wineries. Alfredo was very friendly, helpful, and accommodating to our needs. I would highly recommend visiting Borgo Fajani in Casanova.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Isobel G., Glasgow

9 Apr 2018

Amazing place to stay with beautiful views of the Tuscany rolling hills

Alfredo our host was lovely and very friendly giving us lots of local inside information on the area and making us feel very welcome. We didn't want to leave the house as the villa was warn and cozy with breathtaking views of the Tuscany countryside. Everything we needed for a relaxing holiday. The villa was well equipped with everything we needed to make our vacation wonderful. We enjoyed long walks and local organic produce made on the farm next door. Cheese, eggs, oil and floral honey. The villla is in the heart of the Tuscany wine trail so we took advantage of buying local wine and tasting the wine produced in Terricciola. Our experience in Tuscany was absolutely spectacular. We will be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Juan d.

26 Mar 2018

Humble and quaint farmhouse with amazing views!!

This was my second stay at the farmhouse (two years apart). It was amazing! Alfredo is the perfect host and all so helpful. Will definately be back again!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike K.

25 Sept 2017

Traumhafter Urlaub!!!

Wir haben zwei wunderschöne Wochen im Haus 'Il Signorino' verbracht. Das Haus ist sehr liebevoll eingerichtet und der Blick aus allen Fenstern ist wirklich überwältigend! Das Haus, der Pool und die Umgebung lassen keine Wünsche offen!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Luc L.

18 July 2017

Très beau coin de pays!

Emplacement chaleureux qui garde tout le magnifique cachet de la Toscane. La petite comune de Borgo Fajani est composée de gens formidable tout comme l'hôte (Alfredo) qui est aussi très accueillant et disponible. J'y retournerais dès que possible!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wanda S.

16 July 2017

Ideal location for visiting all the must see sights

Located in a small hamlet, this converted property ticked all our boxes for a perfect holiday. It is by no means luxurious, however the views from the house and grounds were amazing and the pool was most welcome in the heatwave we experienced whilst we were there. Our host Alfredo was very friendly and helpful, providing useful information about local events and tips on best times to visit the sights. There are excellent restaurants nearby and a supermarket in the next town for all your supplies. All in all we had a very enjoyable stay and were really sad to leave.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Graham G.

3 July 2017

Borgo Fajani

Lovely barn conversion,very Tuscan with an amazing view across the valley.Alfredo was a very accomodating host.His grandmother used to own the large house in the hamlet were he grew up.we had a great time especially as we had the pool to ourselves.Only grumble was the beds were a tad firm and only 1 pollow each BUT would defo return

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chantell H., Whistler

4 Oct 2016

Beautiful property, wonderful location, great host!

Alfredo was an excellent host and provided all of the amenities and information that we needed as well as making himself available to us throughout our stay if required. The converted farm building was beautifully renovated and had everything needed for us to make this gorgeous little corner of Tuscany our home for a short while. The surroundings were exactly as we had hoped - peaceful, rolling green hills and misty sunrises. There were a few little villages dotted close by within 10 minutes by car and larger cities (Florence, Pisa, Siena etc.) all with 90minutes by car. We will absolutely be back again to stay with Alfredo and highly recommend this property to anyone looking for their first taste of Tuscany! Thank you!!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Juan d.

12 June 2016

Unbelievable and magical experience in a quaint Tuscan farmhouse

We spent 5 nights in this charming Tuscan farmhouse. The previous reviewers raved about the views from the Tuscan farmland windows. They did not lie. Magnificent views from every window!!! We spent most of our days visiting may of the small Tuscan hilltop towns. This was a great base and easy to travel back and forth from each little town. We visited Siena, San Gimignano, Lucca, Pisa, Cortona and Orvieto and many others by car. The train station is a short 35-40 minute drive from the farmhouse where we caught a train to Florence for a day trip. Piccolo is the small little hilltop town about a 10 minute drive away, it was exceptional too! No tourist, a wonderful small restaurant, a beautiful church and a small museum are located in this small village. Terricciola is close by as well. This is where we did our shopping for cooking supplies and visited the local butcher and baker. Alfredo was very easygoing and very friendly. He offered up suggestions for nearby day trips and helpful advise on traveling the area. He was on site most mornings working on the property, keeping the lawn manicured and the pool clean. Don't pass up the opportunity to stay at this little gem! One of the best vacation spots we have visited. We are avid travelers having visited Spain, the Netherlands, France, Denmark, Croatia, and Belgium to name a few. This was one of the best trips ever. A big part of the success was due to finding and renting this quaint farmhouse in such beautiful surroundings! Loved everything about it. Thank you Alfredo for sharing your Borgo Fajani with the world!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

18 Dec 2015

An Absolute Delight

Il Signorino . . . charming villa was suggested to us by friends and needless to say it was everything that they described. It is located in a quiet rural setting but so close to so many interesting towns, historic sites, wineries, restaurants, etc.. Alfredo has done an amazing job in renovating the old farm homes and outbuildings, creating some exceptional accommodation. Too, he proved to be the consummate host, ensuring that we had whatever we needed. . . . be it information, directions, supplies or advice. We stayed for a week in mid-September and we had so much fun that we hope to make a return visit in the not-too-distant future. We have been enthusiastic in recommending this property to anyone that we know who is planning to visit Tuscany. Alfredo, hope to see you again soon. Mike and Brenda

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hilde P.

10 Dec 2015

A wonderful place to stay!

When we booked this place we were fairly certain that it would be nice, the reviews were all very positive and the pictures looked inviting. But on arrival we were amazed by the real thing - even better than in the pictures, the views, the environment, the peace and quietness were all around us. Alfredo was very welcoming and a source of information. He speaks good English and goes out of his way to make your stay enjoyable. We were lucky that it was out of season, we had to share the pool only with the swallows who flew over the surface for a quick drink! Alfredo provided a very useful guide with local restaurants and shops, all were within easy reach. I would fully recommend the farm houses - but please leave Il Signorino free in September for us - we will be back :)

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ira K.

8 Dec 2015

Tuscany at its best

Il Signorino is really a special place. Alfredo managed to create a beautiful spot in this old village to relax. At the same time, it is the perfect location for many sightseeing trips around Tuscany - Pisa, Sienna, San Gimigniano are at a distance of max one hour drive. We stayed there for one week with our son (2 years) and enjoyed the calm surroundings, as well as the cooking qualities of the village lady ;-)

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eloisa Z.

21 Oct 2015

Tuscany Dream

Sept. 28-Oct. 4, 2015 Borgo Fajani is a very very special place in this great big world. Our expectations of a true Tuscan experience and lifestyle were met right here. It's just like in the movies. You open the shutters in the morning and are greeted with a spectacular sunrise over the beautiful Tuscan hills. Simply breathtaking! We especially enjoyed having our breakfast in the patio, enjoying the view while planning our day. We were within driving distance to all the enchanting towns, including Cinque Terre, so it is a perfect location. It also a great place to relax and decompress after a long day of exploring. Alfredo was so wonderful and informative. He keeps the house and grounds immaculate and is very helpful with suggestions on where to eat, wineries, etc...just ask him. He arranged for Francesca to prepare a wonderful meal for us while we were visiting Pisa. She made us spaghetti bolognese and eggplant Parmesan.. It was delicious and very satisfying paired with some excellent Brunello wine we picked up in town. Emmy lives nearby and makes the most wonderful cheese and biscotti and also has jars of honey made from the beehive on the property. We wish we could have stayed longer and hope to return again soon! Borgo Fajani will forever hold a special place in our hearts. Eloisa and Rocco Zavaglia Tampa,Florida USA

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2015

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan V.

9 July 2015

Nice property with beautiful view and pool in quaint hamlet

This was a perfect location for my family of four(husband and two teenaged daughters) to explore Tuscany and countryside. Alfredo was very helpful in arranging Fllora to cook for us and to print boarding passes. We were able to do day trips to Siena, Voltera, and Lucca---all highly recommended. We also enjoyed exploring local wineries and sitting by the pool and absorbing beautiful view!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy T.

5 Dec 2014

Fabulous!

This accommodation can only be described as fabulous! This was our second time staying at Alfredo's glorious accommodation and we hope to return again in the future. The property is spacious, welcoming and has the most idyllic views over vineyards and rolling Tuscan hills. The property is immaculate and Alfredo the owner is extremely helpful and obliging. We used his knowledge of the surrounding area to plan our visits to the beautiful Tuscan towns and villages that are a "must see". The vineyard opposite is a real must to visit with its delicious wines from grapes grown in the surrounding fields. There is a cafe/restaurants in Peciolla that serves the most satisfying cappuccino and pastries that are to die for. Also excellent evening meals. The accommodation is a shirt drive from many reasonably priced restaurants and has a handy supermarket a mile down the road. Areas to visit are Terricola, San Gimiano and the beautiful city's of Lucca, Florence and Pisa are within reach. I love this place! The property is excellently cared for on a daily basis by Alfredo, the pool and sunbathing area are immaculately clean. We cannot wait til we return. Thank you Alfredo for another fantastic holiday.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Johannes W.

11 July 2014

Schöne Unterkunft im Herzen der Toskana

Mehr Toskana geht wohl kaum. Einen Steinwurf entfernt von einem der besten Weingüter der Region, fünf Autominuten entfernt von der "Cittá del Vino" Terricciola, fernab aller Touristenmassen. Malerischer wird es in dieser traumhaft schönen Region Norditaliens nicht mehr. Die Unterkunft unterstützt diesen untouristischen, fast einsamen Landschaftscharakter und ermöglicht maximale Erholung. Das Anwesen ist ursprünglich, charmant und sauber. Angeordnet auf zwei Etagen bietet "Il Signorino" Rückzugsmöglichkeiten, genug Platz und eignet sich ideal z.B. für Urlaub mit älteren Kindern. Absolut empfehlenswert!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

robert j.

1 June 2014

Erholsame Woche in Casanova

Wir hatten eine wirklich erholsame Woche. Der Inhaber, Alfredo, hat sich vom ersten Kontakt sehr gut gekümmert. Unterkunft: 4/5 Saubere Unterkunft. Von Geschirr über Gläser bis Besteck war alles ausreichend vorhanden. Einzig die Matratze im großen Schlafzimmer hätte etwas härter sein können. Dennoch hatten wir einen erholsamen Schlaf. Vor allem der Blick aus dem Bett auf die gegenüberliegenden Hügel der Stadt Volterra ist gerade morgens phänomenal. Den Pool konnten wir leider nicht nutzen, da dieser noch nicht geöffnet war. Die Liegewiese sieht aber genauso auf wie auf den Bildern. Umgebung: 5/5 Das man hier mit dem Auto anreisen muss ist offensichtlich. Aber das weiss man ja im Vorfeld. Der Hofladen in der 30 Einwohner Gemeinde hat ausser selbstgemachten Käse, Olivenöl, Pesto und Marmelade, nicht viel für den täglichen Bedarf. Der nächste Supermarkt ist ca. 10 Autominuten entfernt. Aber wer die Einsamkeit und Ruhe sucht, findet diese in Casanova. Ausflugsziele wie Siena, Pisa, Lari und Volterra sind gut zu erreichen. Abwicklung: 5/5 Alfredo war ab dem ersten Kontakt per Mail immer erreichbar und konnte uns auch einige Tips geben. Während unseres Aufenthaltes war er am Haus und hat den Garten auf Vordermann gebracht. Er war immer ansprechbar und hat sofort geholfen, wenn wir Fragen hatten. Wir kommen gerne wieder und empfehlen diese Wohnung auch ohne Bedenken an Ruhesuchende gerne weiter.

About the host

Hosted by Alfredo Leonardini

Running Borgo Fajani since 2002

Why they chose this property

Borgo Fajani is the south facing part of Casanova, a small and quiet country hamlet. It is the perfect location for days of relaxation as well as an excellent base for exploring the region. Tuscany’s main towns are within close proximity.
"La Locanda degli Artisti" is a great tiny family restaurant just few steps from the house.