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Rental Date: Saturday 20th of August 2011.

Renter: Ilse B. (Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

San Doninno is echt een paradijsje. Prachtige locatie, zonsop- en ondergang. 360 graden uitzicht (vanuit het zwembad 180 graden) met uitzicht op Sienna. Doordat het op een heuvel ligt, waait het er altijd een beetje, waardoor het nooit te warm is.De prachtig gerenoveerd boerderij ligt aan het einde van een kiezelweg en het is er daardoor heerlijk rustig. Ook al was het vol (+/- 22 gasten) het voelde niet druk. Het appartement is echt prima. Je kunt gebruik maken van de wasmachine en fietsen. Het enige wat er misschien ontbreekt is een ventilator in de slaapkamer, maar je went aan de warmte. De eigenaren zijn geweldig. Ze zijn 'onzichtbaar' aanwezig en altijd vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Toen wij er waren hebben ze een avond met alle gasten georganiseerd, waarbij we wijn en eten kregen zonder dat ze daar iets voor terug vroegen. We hebben hun heerlijke wijn en olijfolie flink ingeslagen! Al met al echt een toppertje.

[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] San Doninno is truly a paradise. Beautiful location, sunrise and sunset. 360 degree view (180 degrees from the pool) overlooking Siena. Because it is situated on a hill, there is always a little bit of wind so it never gets too hot. The beautifully renovated farmhouse is situated at the end of a gravel road and it's so quiet. Even though it was full (+ / - 22 guests) it did not feel crowdy. The apartment is really excellent. You can use the washing machine and bicycles. The only thing missing is maybe a fan in the bedroom, but you get used to the heat. The owners are great. They are invisible but present and always friendly and helpful. When we were there they organized an evening with all theguests, where we got food and wine without being asked for anything in return. We have bought their wonderful wine and olive oil ! All in all a real top location.

Please visit San Donnino: San Donnino 2 for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Ville Di Corsano, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Tuesday 23rd of August 2011.

Renter: A. D. (Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom).

Renter Rating: 4/5.

We really enjoyed this place and location. It was perfectly located midway between Siena and Firenze(Florence)but close to the quiet town of Panzano. The property was great and having air-conditioning was fantastic for our children during the extremely hot weather. Likewise pool was perfect to cool down and had some great views.
The hosts were extremely accommodating and helped with sorting out a wine tour for us.

Please visit Agriturismo San Clemente: Malvasia for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Panzano, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Saturday 6th of August 2011.

Renter: Mark E. (St Ives, Cambs, United Kingdom).

Renter Rating: 4/5.

We were very impressed by the warm welcome to Spazzavento and thoroughly enjoyed our stay there. The location is great, with lots of interesting places to visit nearby, and the accommodation is very comfortable, clean and characterful. However, for us, the best aspect of Spazzavento is the garden, which is near perfect with a well-watered lawn, surrounded by deep-green trees, sweeping down to a sparkling pool - it was really relaxing just to sit there and soak up the lovely surroundings.

Please visit Spazzavento: Pino for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Chiusi, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Saturday 13th of August 2011.

Renter: C.h.e. K. (ASSEN, Netherlands).

Renter Rating: 4/5.

Prachtig gelegen Borgo, in de mooie heuvels rond Cortona. Uitzicht is zowel overdag als in de avond adembenemend mooi. Huis is goed ingericht en de ontvangst en begeleiding tijdens het verblijf door de eigenaren is zeer prettig. Bovendien smaakt de eigen "huis"wijn uitstekend. De omgeving leent zich bij uitstek tot het maken van trips en stedenbezoek: vooral de kleinere stadjes en dorpjes zijn zeker de moeite van een bezoek waard. Een aanrader!

[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] Beautifully situated Borgo in the amazing hills surrounding Cortona. The view both is breathtaking both during the days as also during the evening. The house is well decorated and the reception and support during the stay by the owner is very nice. Moreover the "house" wine has an excellent taste. The area lends itself perfectly formaking trips and visiting cities: especially the smaller towns and villages are well worth a visit. Highly recommended!

Please visit Borgo Del Castagno: Castagno 1 for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Cortona, Tuscany, Italy.