Archive for 'Villas and Farmhouses'

Rental Date: Saturday 30th of June 2012.

Renter: Kristen V. (Singapore, Singapore).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

Our family had a wonderful time staying at Fattoria Pogni for a week in early July.

The location is ideal to explore all of Tuscany. In eays day-trips, we covered Florence, Sienna, Pisa and the Montalcino/Montepulciano regions.

The property itself is wonderful - our two bedroom unit was well appointed and the grounds are very nice; with a lovely pool, tennis court and field for the kids to run around in.

Massimo (the owner) is extremely gracious and helpful. He had gifted us a few 'starter' items like olive oil, some fruit and wine. He was able to provide excellent dining recommendations on the evenings when we felt like going out (both casual dining and fine dining) and he is around to answer other questions you may have.

Overall - a great vacation and we are thinking of returning next year with more of our extended family.

Please visit Fattoria Pogni: Poggio Ai Falchi for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Certaldo, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Saturday 30th of June 2012.

Renter: Eleanor P. (Surbiton, United Kingdom).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

The property is easily accessible near the main motorway, but far away enough to be very peaceful with beautiful views of the local countryside. The owner was very friendly and helpful and went out of his way to get us coals for the BBQ when we ran out. The villa is very clean and comfortable and is generally well-equipped although it would benefit from a few more items of crockery and cooking utensils, especially if more than 4 people are staying. The pool and outside area is fantastic and perfect for al fresco dining - bring the mozzy spray though!

Please visit La Farnetina for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Farneta, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Saturday 16th of June 2012.

Renter: Arthur S. (Hendersonville, NC, United States).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

The villa was outstanding. beautiful location and wonderful appointments. Owner is nearby and CARES. Speaks English and French. as well as Italian. Little town of Tavanelle has great restaurants and services. Only 2 km away. Located just minutes(less than an hour) from major tourist attractions. We grant permission to print all we have stated. Art/Jeannie Swygard/Hendersonville, NC

Please visit I Glicini: Glicini 3 for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Tavarnelle Val Di Pesa, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Saturday 30th of June 2012.

Renter: Melissa S. (Foster City, CA, United States).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

We spent a wonderful week with our 3 children at Montefili. The location is very isolated and has a beautiful view of sweeping Tuscan hills. The hosts Roberto and Elena are extremely gracious and helpful, and they speak very good English. The rental unit was cool even in the 37 degree heat, with tile floors and thick walls. It really had the feeling of a Tuscan farmhouse, but an elegant one. Swimming pool was fun for the kids, and our hosts provided us with wonderful restaurant (off the beaten path) and winery recommendations. Would stay here again.

Please visit Montefili: La Piazzetta for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Greve In Chianti, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Saturday 30th of June 2012.

Renter: Douglas S. (Stafford Springs, Connecticut, United States).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

Il Doccio was the perfect place for our group of 11 people which included three children under 9 and two teenagers. The facility was very clean and the 16 rooms (7 BR/BA) gave everyone their own space the verandas and dining rooms were large enough where we could easily gather. We spent most days touring Florence (by train), Siena and the Chianti region (by car)and usually returned by early evening. During our stay the temperatures were 90-100F and the spotless pool was a very welcome oasis especially for the younger children when we returned from our day of touring. We highly recommend having a dinner with the family they are very gracious hosts, the dinner is casual and relaxing and Marina is an excellent cook, her Tuscan meals were delicious. The rest of the villa owner's family speak good English and can provide valuable tips of the area. It was a wonderful vacation!

Please visit Villa Il Doccio for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Terranuova Bracciolini, Tuscany, Italy.