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Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

6 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 14800 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Washer
    WasherWasher

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

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Monteriggioni, Provincia di Siena
  • Popular LocationSanta Maria alle Scotte Polyclinic8 min drive
  • Popular LocationSiena Cathedral11 min drive
  • Popular LocationPiazza del Campo12 min drive
  • AirportPisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)105 min drive

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Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Matrimonial bedroom

1 Double Bed

Matrimonial bedroom

1 Double Bed

Matrimonial bedroom

1 Double Bed

Matrimonial bedroom

1 Double Bed

Matrimonial bedroom

1 Double Bed

Matrimonial bedroom

1 Double Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Balcony
Garden

About this property

Chiara Country home

Chiara Country Home is a beautiful villa of 800 m2, able to accommodate 14 people, immersed in a private park of oaks and Mediterranean scrub bushes, completely fenced,
a few minutes drive from the historic center of the medieval city of Siena with its beautiful shell-shaped main square Piazza del Campo.
Going up the tree-lined lane that leads to the entrance arch of the house, one has the sensation of entering into another dimension. Among the trees you can see the
three-storey villa, while the private and equipped swimming pool remains in a more intimate and private position, behind the lemon house, in a point overlooking the
hill and the villa itself, surrounded by bushes of lavender, strawberry tree, rosemary, broom: an explosion of colours and scents that captures all the senses.
At guests' disposal a small vegetable garden and chicken coop for vegetables and fresh eggs.
Upon entering the house, you immediately notice the extreme care that the owners put into every detail, elements of furniture chosen with love.

Basement: large and beautiful open space with a large table, sofas and two divan beds (one double and one single), a bathroom with shower.

Ground floor: two double bedrooms with bathroom, finely furnished; Toilet; functional and well equipped kitchen; two living areas, one of which with a fireplace; a beautiful patio equipped for outdoor dining overlooking the garden with barbecue, wood-burning oven and whirlpool tub, where you can enjoy the silence and the sunset over the valley, perhaps while enjoying a glass of good wine.

First floor: large bedroom with double bed and double sofa bed and two bathrooms, two double bedrooms, one of which with a balcony, a bathroom, a small fitness room overlooking the valley, a sitting room, a small study.

Ideal starting point for visiting the Chianti hills, the area of the Crete Senesi, the Val d'Orcia valley and cities and hamlets rich in history and culture such as

Monteriggioni (15 km), San Gimignano (40 km), Volterra (53 km), Pienza (55 km), Montepulciano (62 km).

Attention: the access track from the gate to the house is not suitable for sports or low cars.

The house has a charging plug for electric cars.

Included in the price:

- Electricity included up to 10 Kw

- water consumption

- Wifi

- bed, bath and pool linen




Excluded from the price:

- Electricity when more than 10 Kw

- final cleaning €350.00 to be paid in cash at arrival

- heating according to consumption

- City tax

-Pets on request



Security deposit: Customers are required to pay a € 900.00 security deposit (in cash) on arrival, which will then be returned at the end of the stay after any damages.

on request it is possible to book exclusive tours for cities of art, typical cellars and tastings, pick up and drop off service, car rental, home cook, cooking courses, extra cleaning.

Swimming pool open from 01 May to 30 September

Outdoor Jacuzzi open from 01 April to 31 October

Cancellation without charge up to 30 days before arrival

Property manager

Best of mas
Premier Host
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Amenities

Pool
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

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 cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by 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

Monteriggioni

This villa is located in Monteriggioni. San Leonardo al Lago and Fortezza Medicea are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Leonetto Comparini Anatomy Museum and Frateria di Padre Eligio. Siena Circuit and Terre di Vini are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Monteriggioni, Provincia di Siena

What's nearby

  • Santa Maria alle Scotte Polyclinic - 8 min drive
  • Monteriggioni Castle - 9 min drive
  • Siena Cathedral - 11 min drive
  • Piazza del Campo - 12 min drive
  • University of Siena - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Siena Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Veranda - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fontebecci - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Osteria Nonnanna - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Al Fiumino - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chiara Country home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chiara Country home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chiara Country home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chiara Country home located?

Situated in Monteriggioni, this villa is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Casalvento's Wines and within 6 miles (10 km) of Palasport Mens Sana and Siena Stadium. University for Foreigners of Siena and San Leonardo al Lago are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

jay b.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Over-Sold
this review is really a two-part review since there were two distinct areas to review. #1 was the Best of Mas management team that immediately took over once my booking was confirmed. The team of Sabrina, Francesca and Marta were awesome and went above and beyond to accommodate our requests for cooks to come in for us and rental cars for us that were waiting for us at the house when we arrived. Then there were several things that came up while we were there and these gals were on it! Can't say enough good about these gals and their team. The house was disappointing for me, as i believe it was over-sold on the listing. The house is impressive- particularly the common areas, grand staircase and the grounds are pretty nice. Other parts of the house were not up to par with the rest of the house, particularly the kitchen which was one of the strangest kitchens I've seen, particularly for a house of this size. The listing boasts of a large in-ground pool and a separate hot tub on the property. Well the swimming pool itself was rather disgusting as the filter system was not on and there was a scum line on the liner just above the water line with salamanders and other dead bugs floating in the pool. Needless to say, nobody was interesting in sticking their toes in that water. The hot tub was not on when we got there so we asked for it to be cleaned and brought up to hot tub temperature. They did clean the tub but the temperature never got close to hot tub temperature so we never used this either. The pool and hot tub were both major disappointments. when we were leaving in the early morning hours of our last day, the owner of the property - who was a nice man- was just hanging around while we were bringing out our luggage and waiting for our driver to show up. This we just weird and make everyone feel uncomfortable. The location of the house was in a neighborhood with many house that all had dogs that were barking a lot of the time..... So with some minor efforts this house would have been much more enjoyable for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for a group vacation
My husband and I came for two weeks to celebrate his birthday, and we invited all our closest friends to join at different times during the two weeks. It was perfect - right amount of space, outdoor dining, the pool, the view. Everyone had a great time. We worked with Best of Mas to arrange for daily breakfast/dinner and cleaning, and it was delicious local food (including changes for food allergies). They were very flexible with our requests, though I won’t be specific to avoid creating an obligation. The home owner was responsive and friendly. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steffen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschönes Domizil im Herzen der Toskana
Tolles Objekt, es hat uns sehr gefallen, der Gastgeber war sehr angenehm und hilfsbereit. Es war alles da, was das Herz begehrt. Auch die Abwicklung und Kommunikation mit der Agentur hat ausgezeichnet geklappt. Einziges kleineres Problem war das doch relativ ständige Hundegebell Tag und Nacht, der umliegenden Grundstücke. Und als Anmerkung noch, die Auffahrt zum Grundstück ist anfangs sehr steil, so dass wir mit zwei von drei Fahrzeugen immer aufgesetzt sind. Also mit einem SUV ist alles kein Problem.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Villa!
We spent a week at this lovely villa after a week on the Amalfi coast and loved every minute of it. The location was perfect for day trips to Siena, San Gimignano, Montereggioni and Florence. The pool was perfect for afternoon swims! We cooked outside on the wood-fired grill most evenings which was one of our favorite things to do and had a pizza party with Manilo one night which was also a highlight! Francesca was so kind and helpful with recommendations and rides! I do hope we can come back soon! ♥️
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
The property, grounds and owner were outstanding. Very well equipped. Very clean and plenty of space.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ed S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Tuscan Villa Perfect for Large Groups
This villa overlooks a magnificent view of the Tuscan landscape. Located in Chianti between Monteriggioni and Sienna it offers the perfect launching point to travel to many different sites in the region. Plus, you get to return to a warm, relaxing and spacious home with a pool and spa. We were traveling with friends, 3 other couples. The house is very spacious with all rooms having their own bathrooms and views with plenty of space. In fact, the master suite has two bathrooms. The grounds are immaculate and we particularly loved getting fresh eggs for the chicken coop located in the back of the property. The owner and management team were friendly and knowledgeable. The owner, Manillo, welcomed us all to the home with a lovely Prosecco toast. The Best of Mas folks responded quickly to any questions we had. They also arranged a cook to come in and give us all a lesson on making pasta, ragu and dessert. Yum. The cook, Kathy, was delightful and a great teacher. I would strongly recommend staying here for any large group. Ciao
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miri A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Birthday Ever
We stayed here to celebrate my 30th birthday with 10 adults and 2 babies. The house and property is even better than the pictures and we absolutely loved it. The owner is a gem and was super helpful, too! This house has everything and more, was super clean and has a great Location. Next time we will stay longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unforgettable stay!!
Our stay at villa Chiara was incredible from the beginning!! Incredible kindness and hospitality of its owners, and their constant efforts to assure that every detail of your stay is enjoyable. The house and grounds and the views are gorgeous and immaculately kept: well-appointed, well-stocked, sparkling clean and looking better than the photos: the pictures simply don't do this home justice.... Lots of space, with high ceilings and large rooms. A wonderful place for the family/friends to stay together, with several common areas, including large living room, dining room, and two outdoor sitting areas , in addition to the pool, that provides privacy and peace. So many rooms and living rooms and every space is perfectly equipped. Abondance of tableware and kitchen equipment, 3 perfectly working dish-washers and 2 washing machines as well; airconditioning and TV's all-over. The huge garden is a dream: extremely well kept( with a gardener/helper coming every day which is a plus ) and provides a lot of shade for children to play and adults to relax in. We'll surely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Alice S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every morning was like waking up to look at a postcard
What a beautiful Villa in the most magnificent setting: the pictures simply don't do this home justice. Every morning was like waking up to look at a postcard.The location is perfect, only 10 minutes from Siena and less than an hour's drive to Florence, with all the beauty of Tuscany in between. We really enjoyed going into Siena, our dinners were wonderful and the streets are just as we imagined Italy should look. This villa and its owners are simply the best, It is hard to imagine better hosts in any respect. The house and grounds are gorgeous and immaculately kept, likewise charming, accommodating, and caring. The home is spacious, with high ceilings, a wonderfully stocked kitchen with 2 perfectly working dish-washers and 2 washing machines. Beautiful views from the expansive verandas and large ensuite bedrooms with comfortable beds. The pool was extremely welcoming , the outdoor patio space was brilliantly designed the garden is extremely well kept. The property also has an outdoor brick oven and we used it one night to cook our own pizza’s. We’d come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Manuela R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfekt für einen schönen Urlaub
Wir wurden herzlich von Manlio empfangen. Das Haus ist großartig. Ausstattung und Sauberkeit sind perfekt! Jeden Morgen kam Manlio um den Pool zu reinigen. Bei Fragen stand er uns jederzeit hilfreich zur Seite. Die Umgebung ist ruhig. Für Ausflüge in die Toskana hat es die perfekte Lage. Schnell ist man in Siena, Pisa, Florenz, San Gimignano und Monteriggioni. Wir haben als Familie zwei schöne Wochen in der Toskana verbracht.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S., Canton, GA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elegant , spacious and comfortable.
A beautiful home with a wonderfully stocked kitchen, beautiful views from the expansive verandas and lovely landscaping. An amazing experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

marena g., Dallas, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Siena Serenity
Lovely home with gorgeous views. Great private rooms with bathrooms. Fantastic owner who is extremely helpful. Loved our time there.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstandin in every which wat
Thank you Manlio for renting your beautiful home to us. It was truly an incredible experience, and everything in the Villa worked as described. I recommend Tre Querce completely.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect!
We had a very stay! The host was so helpful and friendly. We thought the house was even better than the pictures! Deeply recommended!

10/10 Excellent

Ola T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent week in Monteriggioni
Villa Tre Querce is an excellent villa if you are as we were a party of 9 people where each one of us, family, could enjoy a bedroom an bathroom of their own with good standard. Add to that property owner Manilo Merlo was extremley helful with all practical matters from on the arrival day drivng me to the nearest grocery store so we could have a meal in the evening and the folowing day to arranging a birthday dinner for my daughter on her 40-years birtday with local Toscany food and whine. We all loved it. Thank you Manilio!! I have no problem recommending this villa for my friends Regards Ola Thunfors and his family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Yaron T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful place and very nice owner.
We loved the place it is quiet and worm

10/10 Excellent

David C., Uk

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place to have a holiday- Pizza & Pasta night fabulous too!
The owners are friendly and incredibly helpful. They helped book a wonderful family meal (10 adults, 3 children) in a local restaurant...we even got escorted to the location so we did not get lost.

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with close access to Siena
The pictures simply don't do this home justice. We stayed here for a week this past May and the home was perfect for our group size! We had three couples and 4 children. Sadly, it rained every day during our visit but that's what made this home even more special! It was so spacious it never felt like we were on top of one another. More importantly, the outdoor patio space was brilliantly designed so that you could sit out there during the rain and not get wet. Our host, Manlio, was very kind and accommodating throughout our stay. He cooked us two meals that were just perfect! A few reviews indicated that the home was showing its age. I stayed in another Italian villa a week later and felt as though that comment was more appropriate for that villa. This villa is not brand new but at the same time I didn't feel like the age or lack of renovations in some rooms negatively impacted our stay at all and I'm a picky traveler. Compared to some other Tuscan Villas, I felt like this property was well cared for and extremely clean. If I were to visit Siena again I would 100% book this home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Edwin D.

Villa Tre Querce = Splendid/Formidable/Exquisite/Magnificent
Villa Tre Querce = Splendid/Formidable/Exquisite/Magnificent We were a party of six celebrating our anniversary. From the moment we arrived at the gate, we realized that we were at a very special place. Our impression was immediately re-enforced upon meeting our Host/Owner Mario who did everything to ensure our comfort and total enjoyment during our stay. The Villa, the Grounds and the Views all in all magnificent and beyond our expectations. A special thank you to Ramel, the Villa Assistant and Groundskeeper who was wonderful. Every inch of the grounds reflects his dedication towards maintaining the place. On behalf of the group, I thank you Mario and Chiara for the opportunity to share your splendid Villa. I can simply say that you have made it impossible for us to choose to stay at any other place the next time we visit Tuscany. We would highly recommend your beautiful villa
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

John T.

By far the most enjoyable rental experience I have ever had
I rarely write reviews and am very selective about using superlatives, but this is an exception. This villa and its owners are simply the best. The house and grounds are gorgeous and immaculately kept. Though I enjoyed the villa with just one other couple, this house could easily accommodate 4 couples or more and still feel spacious. With a wood fired pizza oven, wood grilling fireplace, and well stocked kitchen, the villa is a dream for Tuscan cooking at home if that is your thing. But the absolute best thing about Villa Tre Querce is the incredible kindness and hospitality of its owners, and their constant efforts to assure that every detail of your stay is enjoyable. An evening with Manlio at the helm of the wood fired pizza oven is a must have experience, and his friendliness and charm are incredible. Chiara is likewise charming, accommodating, and caring. It is hard to imagine better hosts in any respect. This property and these wonderful folks should be the poster child for VRBO worldwide. You guys rock!! Thanks isn't saying enough, and we loved every minute of your hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Wonderful spacious and private villa with lovely owner
Just returned from a marvellous one week vacation in Toscane, I feel the urge to write about our rented villa near Siena. Together with my family, 9 adults, 2 kids and one baby, we enjoyed an unforgettable time in villa Tre Querce (Three Oakes) in Monteriggioni. Let me start with the villa itself. What a dream! Plenty of room, rooms and bathrooms and more than well equipped. An abondance of tableware and kitchen equipment, 3 perfectly working dish-washers and 2 washing machines as well; airconditioning and TV's all-over. One can feel that the owner and his wife live there themselves with great pleasure when holidays are over. It is clear that they love comfort, all of which the renting people can profit. The abondous garden is a dream, daily taken care of. The gardener also maintains the swimming pool and on top of that he does twice a midweek cleaning of the villa. The swimming pool is not very large, but wonderfully situated and a nice place to relax. After all this superlatives, I come to an unusual positive point: the owner of the villa, called Manlio. He is a very nice guy, extremely helpful if necessary, bakes real Italian pizzas on request at the spot and can fullfill nearly everything you ask him. Manlio even accompanied me to visit a garage to help me with a car problem and he provided very pretty and tasty birthday cakes from a baker in Siena at anniversaries (we had three of them!). Apart from all the advantages in and around the house, the villa is situated only a few minutes by car from Siena and in the center of many typical Toscanian villages. Is there really nothing that is less positive than the lyrics written here above? Well, the view from the villa on the Toscan countryside is mostly hided by all the trees and plants in the garden. But the view at the garden is a nice alternative. All and all we can recommend this villa dearly and would like to add that the relation between price and quality is extraordanary positive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

This is an ideal property for a family gathering.
It is difficult to find any faults with this place or the service provided. First off, everything worked and there was enough capacity. So, two washing machines two dishwashers and lots and lots of high quality kitchen kit including one of the best coffee makers I have ever used. Secondly the house has enough space for communal activities without feeling crowded and also the bedroom suites are large enough for couples to be on their own in substantial comfort. Thirdly the garden is extremely well kept( with a gardener/helper coming every day which is a plus for queries) and provides a lot of shade for children to play and adults to relax in.In common with everywhere we went in Italy at this time there is a problem with mosquitoes, so take precautions. Fourthly the service. Excellent and very obliging.Highlights include being taken to the nearest cash machine,Manlio getting some mosquito cream from the chemist (and I dont think we ever paid him back) the provision of a meal cooked on site at reasonable price and the use of an expensive Karoke kit of impressive volume....unsupervised Defects?... all we could think of were some more plastic plates for the children Thoroughly recommended for family reunions.!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Calton M.

Villa Tre Querce, Paradise Found!
My brother, Gary, and I rented Villa Tre Querce for five weeks starting June 2nd of this year. Obviously, a trip of this magnitude has taken a long time to plan and to execute. It has been a little over a year in the making and turned out even more magnificent than we dreamed possible. If you have rented from VRBO previously you probably have run into the situation where reality of a place isn't the same as the pictures on the website. Villa Tre Querce turned out to be exactly the opposite. The pictures don't do it justice, it is more magnificent than the pictures can portray. The swimming pool was great and got a workout from all of the kids we had visit. Manlio was there to meet us when we arrived on the 2nd. He gave us the grand tour and answered all of our questions. He introduced us to the young fellow that is the property care-taker and said if we needed anything he could help us as well. Over the five weeks we had 32 visitors come and go. Manlio came over four times to make pizza for each of the different groups that came in. That, my friends, is worth the price of admission. Manlio is truly a good entertainer as well as a great pizza chef. The largest groups we entertained were 14, which we did twice. The house held everyone with ease. As you can imagine having crowds like that would seem to be daunting, but it wasn't. The house has as good a kitchen as you could ask for, with two ovens and two dishwashers, all the utensils a professional chef could ask for. The only thing that would improve the kitchen would be a spoon rest! During our stay we ate zero meals in the house. Manlio had set up the patio to serve 14 and that was where we spent our home time. For those of you inclined to cook, this is the place to do it whether inside or out. The outside grill is wood fired and we hadn't done that in years, but it turned out to be a hit as well. We did Bistecca Fiorentina, the national dish of Tuscany, twice and doing it on wood was fabulous. For any family looking for a place to use as a base to enjoy Tuscany, you need look no farther. This is the place you need to come to. It has all of the amenities of a true Villa, from the striking 4 or 5 acres of grounds to the elegant interior and the beautiful pool. We couldn't think of a better place. Manlio and Chiara, whom we entertained at dinner our last night, did everything in their power to make our visit a dream come true. They were the definition of the gracious host and hostess.
Stayed 35 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher G.

Better than the photos
This villa exceeds expectations. Seven adults stayed the last week of May, and we enjoyed the beautifully manicured grounds, splendid gardens, and lovely home. There were enough bedrooms and bathrooms for all. Mario (owner) was helpful and accommodating. The view from the back veranda was sensational; we had all of our. meals out there, as well as some naps. We took several day trips to other Tuscan towns,and the location of the property was good for that. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gregory L.

Wonderful Villa, beautiful grounds and great owners
I'm not sure where to begin except to thank Manilo and Chiara (owners) for allowing us to stay in their wonderful home. The property was perfect for our family members (11 total). The 5 bedrooms plus the downstairs area provided lots of space and privacy. The house itself was amazing and the large, well-manicured property gave you privacy from neighbors. There is also a large, long patio and tables to accommodate eating outdoors. Many of the rooms also have balconies. The house has a gated entrance and sits up on a hill overlooking a beautiful valley. There is also a pool, but the pool is unheated and it was still a bit cold so we didn’t use it much. In the summer months it will surely be a nice feature. The groundskeeper (and house assistant) Ramel lives on the property and was pleasant and helpful. He not only keeps up the grounds but cleaned the kitchen and bathrooms twice during our stay and helped serve food on a couple occasions. Manilo met us upon arrival and showed us around the property. We arranged for 3 meals during our stay (for an additional expense). Manilo cooked us a meal on the first day and even joined us for dinner, a delightful host. He also arranged for meals from a local chef on two additional days. The food was prepared offsite and delivered to the house where Manilo and Ramel served the meals and cleaned up afterward. The property also has an outdoor brick oven and we used it one night to cook our own pizza’s. It was a great evening of family fun. We arranged for drivers to take us on day trips to many towns and wineries in the area. We were able to see lots of Tuscany and loved it. You can expect to pay an additional charge for electricity and gas used during you stay. You will also pay taxes on the rental fee. The electric/gas charge will vary depending on usage and time of year with our charge around 400 Euros in mid-May. The only thing that was a bit of a challenge was the hot water. The house is large and has a hot water recirculation system which means it heats water and runs it through the pipes to minimize delays in getting hot water. We were advised by the owner to turn off the hot water heater and circulation pump when not in use (while sleeping and when gone during the day) to reduce electricity and gas charges. Some of the bathrooms had lower water pressures and were a bit challenged to get hot water (only warm), all manageable. Overall, we’d come back again.! Thanks Manilo and Chiara.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

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