Podere Santa Lucia
Listing ID: EAS178330Unique independent vacation home with private pool, WIFI, TV and terrace
Property Description
Property Summary
Nestled in the heart of Tuscany, Italy, Cottage "Podere Santa Lucia" is a charming holiday rental situated just 1.5 km from the historic center of Volterra. Set on a generous private plot of 5,000 m2, this delightful cottage offers an idyllic retreat for those seeking a peaceful and authentic Tuscan experience. The property is surrounded by a beautifully maintained terraced garden, a meadow, and a productive orchard, creating a serene and picturesque setting that perfectly complements the natural landscape of the region. Guests can enjoy the convenience of on-site parking, making arrival and departure effortless, while internet wifi is available throughout the stay to ensure you remain connected at all times. The private swimming pool, measuring 8 x 4 meters, serves as a centerpiece of outdoor relaxation, and the expansive yard provides ample space to unwind and immerse yourself in the tranquility of the Tuscan countryside.
Outdoors
The outdoor spaces at Cottage "Podere Santa Lucia" have been thoughtfully designed to offer both comfort and natural beauty. The private swimming pool, measuring 8 x 4 meters with a depth of 140 cm, is available for seasonal use from May 1 to October 9, providing the perfect setting for refreshing swims during the warmer months. Pool maintenance is handled directly by the owner and gardener, ensuring the water and surrounding area are always kept in excellent condition for your enjoyment. Adjacent to the pool, you will find an outdoor shower, a dedicated terrace, and a selection of garden furniture, creating an inviting space for sunbathing, al fresco dining, and leisurely afternoons in the open air. The terraced garden, meadow, and orchard that extend across the 5,000 m2 plot further enhance the outdoor experience, offering shaded corners, open green spaces, and the charm of a working fruit garden that adds a genuinely rural character to your stay.
Other Information
Access to Cottage "Podere Santa Lucia" is via a 200-meter unmade road, which leads directly to the property and contributes to its sense of seclusion and privacy. For guests who prefer not to use a private vehicle, a bus stop is conveniently located just 250 m from the cottage, offering a practical alternative for exploring the surrounding area.
Distances and Attractions
Cottage "Podere Santa Lucia" enjoys an enviable position just 1.5 km from the historic center of Volterra, one of Tuscany's most celebrated hilltop towns, renowned for its well-preserved medieval architecture, Etruscan heritage, and vibrant cultural scene. For everyday needs, a shop is located only 500 m from the property, while a larger supermarket can be found 1.5 km away, ensuring that stocking up on local produce and essentials is always straightforward. Those interested in indoor swimming will find a pool just 400 m from the cottage. Further afield, the elegant city of Siena lies approximately 65 km away, offering world-class art, gastronomy, and the famous Piazza del Campo. The coastal town of Cecina is reachable within 40 km, and the nearest stretch of sea is just 41 km from the property, making day trips to the Tuscan coastline a convenient and rewarding option for guests looking to complement their countryside retreat with time by the water.
Interior Description
Unit Layout
This vacation rental spans 200 m2 across 2 levels and accommodates up to 9 guests across 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, offering a spacious and practical layout with rustic furnishings designed for a comfortable stay.
On the ground floor, the living and dining room is furnished with a dining table and features access to a terrace where you can enjoy a beautiful panoramic view. The kitchen is fully equipped and includes a separate dining area. This floor also features 2 bedrooms: one room with 2 beds and another with 1 double bed. A shower and WC are also located on this floor.
On the upper floor, a second living and dining room with a dining table provides an additional communal space for relaxing or sharing meals. This level houses 3 further bedrooms: a double bedroom with its own en-suite shower and WC, a room with a French bed, and an additional room with a single bed. A bath and WC serve the remaining bedrooms on this floor, bringing the total bathroom count to 3 across the property.
Amenities Included
The property is thoroughly equipped to support a comfortable and self-sufficient stay. The fully fitted kitchen includes 2 hot plates, an oven, 4 gas rings, a toaster, a kettle, a freezer, and an electric coffee machine, providing everything needed to prepare meals with ease. A washing machine is available for longer stays, and additional practical items such as an iron, a hair dryer, a children's high chair, and a baby cot are also provided. Complimentary WiFi internet access is available throughout the property.
For entertainment, the ground floor living room features a satellite TV, and a television is also available to ensure you can unwind at the end of the day. The outdoor spaces are equally well appointed, with terrace furniture, deck chairs, and a barbecue available for your use, allowing you to make the most of the panoramic views from the balcony, terrace, and roofed terrace. A box-room is also accessible for additional storage needs. Heating is available throughout the property via an oil heating system, though this is provided at an extra cost.
Other Information
The property welcomes pets, with a maximum of 1 pet or dog permitted at any one time. The oil heating system, while available throughout the house, is billed as an additional cost separate from the standard rental rate, so you are advised to factor this into your planning, particularly for stays during cooler seasons. The outdoor areas include a balcony, an open terrace, and a roofed terrace, all of which offer panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and are furnished for outdoor dining and leisure.
Licence or registration number
CIN: IT050039C2PWCACW8Q / CIR: 050039LTN0022
Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Internet
- Internet Wifi
- Yard
- Baby Bed
- Parking
- Private Pool
- Private Villa
- Washing Machine
- Barbecue
- Satellite TV
- Heat Available
- Television
Location Volterra, Tuscany, Italy
Read More About The Volterra Area
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Towels (additional set)
Bed Linen and Towels (initial set)
Final Cleaning
Electricity
Gas
Internet Wifi
Babycot
Parking
Not included in the rental price and to be paid on the spot:
Refundable Security Deposit (cash) (mandatory): 200.00€
Heating: 2.50€ per hour
Tourist tax (mandatory): 1.50€ per person per day
The balance is due 65 days before arrival.
For last-minute bookings (within 65 days of arrival) the full amount must be paid at the time of the booking.
In case of cancellation of the booking, even if it is substituted by another one, the following penalties apply:
- No Penalty if the cancellation is made up to 66 days prior to the arrival.
- 100% of the rental price if the cancellation is made between 65 days and the arrival day or in case of no-show.
Booking this property the renter will also receive included in the price a cancellation insurance policy provided by ERV which also covers, among other events, the cancellation in case of positivity to Covid-19. For all the information about the policy provider, the policy and the cover please visit the dedicated page.
Guest Reviews for Podere Santa Lucia
Would you recommend this property to a friend? Yes
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Would you recommend this property to a friend? Yes
Podere Santa Lucia is een heerlijke plek. Het huis is super ruim, de tuin is enorm en het uitzicht prachtig. Je kijkt over het heel dal uit richting de bergen bij de zee. Volterra is te bereiken met de auto in 5 minuten, te voet in ongeveer 20 minuten (best steil omhoog). De supermarkt is heel dichtbij. En de beheerders zijn zeer gastvrij. Ze kwamen elke morgen het zwembad schoonmaken en einde dag de planten en de tuin water geven. We kregen telkens verse groenten van eigen land. Het huis is zeer ruim, met wasmachine. Let erop om een ventilator te vragen, er is er 1, mocht het zeer warm zijn. Wij hebben het zitje van de kamer boven, onder de veranda beneden gezet. Anders is het wat lastiger zitten. Wij waren met 5 personen, dat was perfect, 6 zou ook nog kunnen. Met 8-9 personen is het krap met de meubels die er zijn.
Would you recommend this property to a friend? Yes
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Das Haus sowie die Lage sind wunderschön.
Für uns mit 2 Familien war es perfekt aufgeteilt. Das Geschirr war für 9 Personen etwas knapp, hat aber gereicht.
Die Vermieter waren sehr nett, auch wenn sich die Kommunikation manchmal als etwas schwierig darstellte. ( Wir kein Italienisch, sie kein Englisch) aber Google Übersetzer hat uns einige Lacher gebracht. Auch die angebauten Tomaten, welche wir bekommen haben waren sehr lecker.
Wir waren sehr froh über den Pool. Von hier hatte man eine wunderschöne Aussicht und er war groß genug um ein paar Bahnen zu schwimmen.
Wir waren in einer wirklich sehr heißen Woche dort und hätten uns gewünscht es wäre entweder eine Klimaanlage oder Mückennetze vorhanden gewesen. Wir mussten die Nacht über die Fenster öffnen um schlafen zu können, ohne wäre es einfach nicht auszuhalten. Leider war das
eine Einladung für viele viele Mücken und wir wurden sehr zerstochen. Das hat leider die sonst hervorragende Urlaubsstimmung getrübt. Vielleicht sollte hier über eine Nachrüstung nachgedacht werden.
Die Gegend rund um Volterra ist wunderschön und es lohnt sich mehrere Weingüter anzuführen.
[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] The house and the location are beautiful.
It was perfectly divided for us with 2 families. The dishes were a bit scarce for 9 people, but were enough.
The landlords were very nice, even if communication was sometimes a bit difficult. (We didn't speak Italian, they didn't speak English) but Google translator gave us a few laughs. The tomatoes we were given were also very tasty.
We were very happy about the pool. It had a beautiful view and was big enough to swim a few laps.
We were there during a really hot week and wished there had been either air conditioning or mosquito nets. We had to open the windows all night to sleep, it would have been unbearable without. Unfortunately this was an invitation for lots of mosquitoes and we were bitten. Unfortunately, this spoiled the otherwise excellent vacation atmosphere. Perhaps we should think about upgrading here.
The area around Volterra is beautiful and there are several wineries worth visiting.