Holiday Rental Podere la Marronaia located in San Gimignano Tuscany, Italy.

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Discover The Direct Flights And Book Your Villa In Tuscany

Have you been dreaming about a vacation in Tuscany? Well, now is a perfect time to plan a trip as many new direct flights to the region have been added!

Traditionally, many choosing to holiday in the area had to fly into Bologna but Pisa and Florence are actually the two major international airports within the region itself and might be more convenient arrival points depending on where you will be staying. Thankfully, however, there are increasingly more and more direct routes opening to these two regional airports so if you want to plan a trip, you’ll have more options available to you. Book your villa in Tuscany and you’ll be able to easily organise your arrival thanks to these new direct flights...

Many of our Villa Spotlight articles have focused on the big and beautiful villas in our collection, fit more for large groups or events. Today we are focusing on a small, lovely and affordable villa that is a perfect fit for a couple traveling through Tuscany. Poggetto di Montese is just outside of San Gimignano, in fact from the gardens you can see the towers that helped make the city so famous!

Poggetto di Montese, like some of our other villas, is surrounded by expansive olive groves and vineyards.

The grounds around the house have a gorgeous and well kept garden that provides a pleasant place to spend your evenings, sitting on the patio under the pergola sipping wine. The house itself is a typical country house made of stone, and restored for modern luxuries.

"The location is wonderful, centrally located for Sienna, Florence, the Chianti region, etc, and only minutes away from San Gimignano. The view from the property's garden of the latter and the surrounding countryside is unbeatable. The family who own it are friendly (even their dog) and give their guests as much privacy as needed."
-Jon from Quebec

There is no shortage of things to see and do and incredible attractions in Tuscany but there are seven designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the region: the historic centre of Florence (initiated in 1982); the Cathedral square of Pisa (1987); the historical centre of San Gimignano (1990); the historical centre of Siena (1995); the historical centre of Pienza (1996); the Val d'Orcia (2004), and the Medici Villas and Gardens (2013).

If you are planning a trip to Tuscany, these heavy hitters would all be excellent activities. In the last post, we discussed the first two entries on the list so here are more of those UNESCO sites and why you need to visit!

3. The Historical Centre of San Gimignano

Tuscany is famous for her rolling green hills, vineyards, sleepy villages, medieval hilltowns and cultured cities. The views over this distinctive countryside adorn endless postcards, lockscreens, books and walls across the world and, if you are planning a trip to Tuscany, you probably want to finally see them with your own eyes. Of course, there are some spots in the region that are particularly good for taking these views in and, as such, we have compiled a list of some of the best views in Tuscany to help you out. Here are some more of them!

3. San Gimignano

The medieval town of San Gimignano is famous for its towers, built in Medieval and Renaissance times by wealthy families, adjacent to their homes, to show off their wealth and compete with each other.

Discover The Vernaccia Di San Gimignano Wine Experience

The Vernaccia is one of the oldest indigenous vine varieties in Italy and also refers to a wine area that is intrinsically tied to the history of San Gimignano. Brought to the area from Liguria in the 1200s by Vieri de' Bardi and with exact origins unknown, it was an incredibly famous and popular wine in the Middle Ages but, so tied to the fate of the city as it was, it declined in prestige and importance as the city itself became less important. That is, however, until the second half of the 20th century when it was rediscovered by local winemakers who breathed new life into the wine and got it to DOC (Controlled Designation of Origin) status in 1966. In fact, it was the first Italian wine ever to get this label and then went on to obtain the DOCG quality assurance in 1993.

Today, Vernaccia vineyards cover over 768 hectares, which are tended by 177 winemakers, producing around 4 million litres (or approximately 5 million bottles) of wine per annum. The Strada del Vino Vernaccia di San Gimignano is a non-profit association that was founded in 1999 in order to promote the local wine-producing area and are also in charge of managing the Wine Museum in Villa della Rocca and it is precisely this museum that makes a vacation rental in San Gimignano such an excellent holiday destination in Tuscany for wine-lovers. For the most perfect setting to sip, savour and learn, this pretty city is hard to beat and the museum means you have wonderful resources right at your fingertips.

If you feel like eating the best ice-cream in the world, you're going to need to find a luxury villa in San Gimignano. Located in the central Piazza della Cisterna, known all over the world and visited by a large number of celebrities is the Gelateria Dondoli or Gelateria di Piazza. The gelateria has won countless awards, invents flavour combinations that attract gourmet-lovers to the town on a regular basis and has made it World Champion on two occasions. Arguably, this is one of the best places in the entire world to try some ice-cream and, particularly in a land known for its ice-cream, this is no small claim.

Guest Reviews for Podere la Marronaia

Michael H.
Gardnerville (Usa)

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Very Good 4^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

Four of us stayed at Podere La Marronaia -- my wife and I, and another couple. The setting in the vineyard and olive grove is spectacular. You can see the town of San Gimingnano on top of the next hill. The apartment has two bedrooms, one downstairs and one loft up a steep circular staircase. There is a large dining / living room with seating for six for eating. There are a lot of pots and pans, dishes, tableware, etc. Wifi is not available in the apartment itself, but it works outside. There is a small TV with all Italian stations. A pool is available for swimming. The owner, Silvia, is very pleasant and was always available for our questions and to provide help. Her English is very good. One afternoon she invited us to taste the wines and olive oil made at her farm.

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 19 Jun 2014

Rental Week: 02 Jun 2014

Jurgen T.
Roeselare (Belgium)

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Excellent 5^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

Onze ervaringen zijn goed. We zijn zeer tevreden van de goede ontvangst van Silvia en Luigi. Dit zijn warme mensen die heel vlot met hun gasten kunnen omgaan.
De rust, de ligging, de verre zichten zijn ongelooflijk !
We hebben genoten van het grote zwembad. De ligstoelen zijn van iets minder kwaliteit zodat ze dan sneller stuk gaan. Ook de parasols rond het zwembad zijn regelmatig stuk door de regelmatige snel opkomende wind. Misschien is een kleine patio (schaduwterras) hier een oplossing zodat parasols niet meer nodig zouden zijn. De houten planken rond het zwembad zouden dringend een onderhoudsbeurt nodig hebben. Dit zijn maar kleine minpuntjes waar snel aan gewerkt kan worden. Voor de rest was de vakantie op Podere Marronaia SUPER alsook hun heerlijke wijnen !

[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] Our experiences are good. We are very satisfied with the welcome we received from Silvia and Luigi. These are very warm people who can cope easily with their guests.
The rest, the location, the distant views are incredible!
We enjoyed the large pool. The chairs at the pool are of less quality so they quickly brake. The parasols around the pool are regularly broken by the regular burgeoning wind. Perhaps a small patio (shaded terrace) would be a solution so umbrellas would no longer be required. The wooden planks around the pool would urgently require servicing. These are but minor hiccups that can be fixed easily. For the rest, the holiday at Podere Marronaia was SUPER as well as their delicious wines!

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 13 Aug 2012

Rental Week: 21 Jul 2012

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Very Good 4^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

Onze ervaringen zijn goed. We zijn zeer tevreden van de goede ontvangst van Silvia en Luigi. Dit zijn warme mensen die heel vlot met hun gasten kunnen omgaan.
De rust, de ligging, de verre zichten zijn ongelooflijk !
We hebben genoten van het grote zwembad. De ligstoelen zijn van iets minder kwaliteit zodat ze dan sneller stuk gaan. Ook de parasols rond het zwembad zijn regelmatig stuk door de regelmatige snel opkomende wind. Misschien is een kleine patio (schaduwterras) hier een oplossing zodat parasols niet meer nodig zouden zijn. De houten planken rond het zwembad zouden dringend een onderhoudsbeurt nodig hebben. Dit zijn maar kleine minpuntjes waar snel aan gewerkt kan worden. Voor de rest was de vakantie op Podere Marronaia SUPER alsook hun heerlijke wijnen !

[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] Our experiences are good. We are very satisfied with the welcome we received from Silvia and Luigi. These are very warm people who can cope easily with their guests.
The rest, the location, the distant views are incredible!
We enjoyed the large pool. The chairs at the pool are of less quality so they quickly brake. The parasols around the pool are regularly broken by the regular burgeoning wind. Perhaps a small patio (shaded terrace) would be a solution so umbrellas would no longer be required. The wooden planks around the pool would urgently require servicing. These are but minor hiccups that can be fixed easily. For the rest, the holiday at Podere Marronaia was SUPER as well as their delicious wines!

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 13 Aug 2012

Rental Week: 21 Jul 2012

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Very Good 4^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

Onze ervaringen zijn goed. We zijn zeer tevreden van de goede ontvangst van Silvia en Luigi. Dit zijn warme mensen die heel vlot met hun gasten kunnen omgaan.
De rust, de ligging, de verre zichten zijn ongelooflijk !
We hebben genoten van het grote zwembad. De ligstoelen zijn van iets minder kwaliteit zodat ze dan sneller stuk gaan. Ook de parasols rond het zwembad zijn regelmatig stuk door de regelmatige snel opkomende wind. Misschien is een kleine patio (schaduwterras) hier een oplossing zodat parasols niet meer nodig zouden zijn. De houten planken rond het zwembad zouden dringend een onderhoudsbeurt nodig hebben. Dit zijn maar kleine minpuntjes waar snel aan gewerkt kan worden. Voor de rest was de vakantie op Podere Marronaia SUPER alsook hun heerlijke wijnen !

[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] Our experiences are good. We are very satisfied with the welcome we received from Silvia and Luigi. These are very warm people who can cope easily with their guests.
The rest, the location, the distant views are incredible!
We enjoyed the large pool. The chairs at the pool are of less quality so they quickly brake. The parasols around the pool are regularly broken by the regular burgeoning wind. Perhaps a small patio (shaded terrace) would be a solution so umbrellas would no longer be required. The wooden planks around the pool would urgently require servicing. These are but minor hiccups that can be fixed easily. For the rest, the holiday at Podere Marronaia was SUPER as well as their delicious wines!

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 13 Aug 2012

Rental Week: 21 Jul 2012

Natalie L.
Elanora (Australia)

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Excellent 5^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

The accommodation was very spacious and well equipped and clean. The area is very picturesque and relaxing. It was very well located to San Gimignano (but not by public transport, you need a car to stay here). The apartment is in the downstairs area of a working vineyard and farm, there are lots of cats hanging around outside, but they do not bother the guests (just be sure to open the doors quickly, as do they think it is a great game to try and get into the apartments). The owners were very friendly and helpful. Please also note that if you have a MacBook, the wireless internet may not work - it did not work on ours, and we were told this has happened before with Macs.

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 23 Oct 2011

Rental Week: 10 Oct 2011

Peter V.
Rotterdam (Netherlands)

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Very Good 4^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

Hallo, wij hebben in augustus 2011 twee weken in het blauwe huisje gezeten. Het weer was gedurende deze twee weken boven de 30 graden dagelijks. La Marronaia ligt ongeveer 2 km buiten het gezellige San Gimignano, het is daar Toscane op zijn best. Het is heerlijk plattelandsleven tussen de wijn- en olijfgaarden. De huisjes zijn ruim, en doelmatig ingericht. Er zijn maar drie appartementen, dus het is rustig. Er is een groot zwembad voor de nodige verkoeling. Ieder huisje heeft daarnaast buitenmeubilair. De Italiaanse eigenaren Silvia en Luigi wonen boven de appartementen met hun gezin, 2 honden en 13 katten. Ze zijn echt zeer gastvrij, we voelden ons er zeer welkom en thuis.

San Gimignano is niet alleen een leuke stad, maar een prima uitvalsbasis voor dagtochten naar Siena, Florence, Volterra, Lucca/Pisa, Chianti Classico streek en Montepulciano/Montalcino. Voorzieningen San Gimignano verder prima, ook aantal zeer goede restaurants en de wereldkampioen ijs maken, voor grotere supermarkten (SuperCoop, PAM) kun je in het nabije Poggibonsi terecht.

Als aandachtspunten willen wij meegeven dat je a. van buitenleven moet houden (en katten:) b. lopen naar San Gimignano is net te ver, let wel op dat parkeren in het dorpje een uitdaging is en c. als je in augustus gaat pas je programma aan op de warmte.
Wat absoluut een aanrader is zijn de wijnen van La Marronaia, die moet je echt proberen!

Conclusie: een zeer goede vakantie, wij zouden hier zeker nog een keer naar toe gaan.

Groeten,

Peter - Rotterdam, NL

[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] Hello, we have stayed two weeks in August 2011 in the BLUE house. The temperature during these two weeks was over 30°C every day. La Marronaia is located about 2 km outside the charming town San Gimignano, Tuscany where it's at its best. It's lovely rural life among the vineyards and olive groves. The houses are spacious with practical furnishings. There are only three apartments, so it is quiet. There is a large swimming pool for the necessary cooling. Each cottage also has outdoor furniture. Silvia and Luigi, the Italian owners, live above the apartment with their family, two dogs and 13 cats. They are really very hospitable, we felt very welcome and at home.

San Gimignano is not just a nice town, but a good base for day trips to Siena, Florence, Volterra, Lucca / Pisa, Chianti Classico region, Montepulciano / Montalcino. The facilities in San Gimignano also fine, even some very good restaurants and world champion ice cream makers, you can find larger supermarkets (super-scoop, PAM) in nearby Poggibonsi.

As points of attention we would like to say: 1) you need to like the outdoor life (and cats) 2) walk to San Gimignano is just a little too far, please note that parking in the village is challenging and 3) adjust your program according to the the heat if travveling in summer.
What we definitely recommend are the wines of La Marronaia- you should really try!

Conclusion: a very good holiday, we would definitely return.

Regards,

Peter - Rotterdam, NL

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 04 Sep 2011

Rental Week: 13 Aug 2011

Andy S.
Eeklo (Belgium)

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Very Good 4^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

Mooie podere op een fantastische locatie vlakbij San Gimignano! Ongelooflijk mooi landgoed met een schitterend panorama. Rustige omgeving en gunstige ligging om uitstappen te maken naar Siena, Volterra, Firenze... Zeer gastvrije eigenaars. Proef zeker eens hun lekkere wijn en olijfolie. Bovendien een aanrader voor poezenliefhebbers!

[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] Beautiful podere in a fantastic location close to San Gimignano! Incredibly beautiful estate with a beautiful panorama. Quiet environment and convenient location for day excursions to Siena, Volterra, Florence ... Very friendly owners. Be sure to taste their wine and olive oil. Moreover, a must for cat lovers!

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 31 Jul 2011

Rental Week: 23 Jul 2011

Kim D.
Centerville (United States)

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Excellent 5^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

We enjoyed our stay very much. The property was charming and the setting was beautiful. The location was perfect for visits to the village of San Gimignano and also for day trips to other places we wanted to see, including Pisa, Florence and Sienna. I would love to go back!

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 11 Apr 2011

Rental Week: 11 Mar 2011

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David W.
Westwood (United States)

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Excellent 5^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

We rented this unit for ourselves and our nephew and niece who were traveling with us. We were looking for a comfortable space with adequate privacy, as well as convenience to local sites. This place was perfect.

First, the host and hostess, Luigi and Silvia, are delightful. They were friends by the end of our week. The farm is just two minutes from San Gimignano, and located conveniently for easy access to Volterra, Siena, Florence and beyond. The setting is great--vineyards and olive groves, a great patio, a pool (too cool to use while we were there, but lovely).
If you like cats the place is great, because there is a large family of kitties. They never got in the way.
Make sure you visit the wine shop in San Gimignano or Volterra that is run by Podere la Marronaia.

We will go back! Thank you.

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 11 Oct 2010

Rental Week: 25 Sep 2010

Itziar E.
Burlada (Spain)

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Excellent 5^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

Nos ha encantado Podere La Marronaia, ha superado nuestras expectativas. El apartamento amarillo es más grande de lo que parecía en las fotos y el acceso al jardín y la sensación de intimidad son perfectas. Los propietarios muy amables, sensación de familiaridad y a la vez de independencia. Han sido unas vacaciones inolvidables. Igor e Itziar. Navarra.

[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] We loved Podere La Marronaia, it exceeded our expectations. The yellow apartment is bigger than it looked in the pictures, and access to the garden and the sense of intimacy are perfect. The owners are very friendly, feeling of familiarity and independence. It has been an unforgettable vacation. Igor and Itziar. Navarra.

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 08 Aug 2010

Rental Week: 31 Jul 2010

France D.
Longueuil (Canada)

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Excellent 5^/5   Villa Review Rating Details

Thanks for Podere La Marronaia, especially for Sylvia & Luigi that proved to be welcoming hosts. They make you feel like old friends. First Europeen trip where equilibrium between activities, confort and quality of food was meet. I would definitively recommend Podere La Marronaia to all my friends in seach of a bit of delight under "The Tuscan sun" !

France, QC

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Submitted: 14 Sep 2010

Rental Week: 03 Jul 2010

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Location San Gimignano, Tuscany, Italy

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Read More About The San Gimignano Area

Discover The Direct Flights And Book Your Villa In Tuscany

Villa Spotlight: Poggetto Di Montese

Must-See UNESCO Sites In Tuscany II

The Absolute Best Views In Tuscany (Part:II)

Discover The Vernaccia Di San Gimignano Wine Experience

Try The Best Ice-Cream In The World

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