Together
VRBO is part of the HomeAway family, the world leader in vacation rentals with over 1 million listings. We offer the largest selection of properties for any travel occasion and every budget. We’re committed to helping families and friends find a perfect vacation rental to create unforgettable travel experiences together.
ROMANTIC FARMHOUSE -STUNNING VIEWS - MAGNIFICENT POOL
| Sleeps | 6 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Space | 2,152 sq. ft. |
| Property type | farmhouse |
| Minimum Stay | 7 nights |
Overview
Sleeps 10 - 6 in Villa-Farmhouse + 4 in adjoining s/c apartment as extra option
VIEW "PODERE BORGACCIANO" 2 Minute Video
The video can be found click left from 1st photo
View 5 more 2 Minute "PODERE BORGACCIANO" videos on Youtube -- PODERE BORGACCIANO - Farmhouse/Villa -- Pool and Summer Kitchen - The Cantina - Gardens and Terraces
*********************************
In the heart of Renaissance Italy, on the Tuscany/Umbrian border, high on 400mt ridge, stands "Podere Borgacciano", 3km. from Monterchi, a medieval walled village (see Thames & Hudson's 'The Most Beautiful Villages in Tuscany').
Our lovingly restored 17C stone villa offers breathtaking magical views & tranquility set in beautiful mature gardens - wafting scents of roses, lavender, jasmine, rosemary and herbs. 5 acre grounds merge into panoramic countryside - fortified hilltop villages, castles, olive groves, vineyards, chestnut, oak and cypress woods, figs, sunflowers, poppies, corn, tobacco - enjoying total relaxation, peace and privacy without isolation. (village General Store 3kms). Magnificent 14mX6m infinity-edge swimming pool surrounded by lemons, Cypress and Olive groves with stunning views south from beautiful landscaped terraces across valley to the lush green Umbrian hills,
THE POOL COMPLEX
Opens late in APRIL and closes late in OCTOBER.
Magnificent 14X6 mt pool surrounded by 350 sq. mtrs of terraces, walkways, flower beds, cypress and olive trees. THE POOLHOUSE has a shower/ WC, Summer Kitchen and large shaded terrace,
table and chairs, Barbecues and Pizza Forno, from which to enjoy al-fresco meals with stunning views across the valley. Mediaeval Lippiano Castle and the lush green Umbrian Hills form a backdrop.
We installed the finest pool equipment from the USA made by Culligan. The Diatomea Filter(Fullers Earth)filters out all particles over 0.50 microns. (The average Sand filter, filters out particles over 30 microns, making ours 60X more efficient) The Chlorination and Ph levels are computer controlled. Our groundsman cleans the pool and checks water quality weekly. An electrically controlled pool cover for insulation and safety is installed. The 14 mtr infinity edge allows you to feel as if you are swimming in the valley whilst listening to your favourite music from the outdoor speakers.
THE CANTINA.
The Cantina can be rented as an additional facility which sleeps another 4 people. The flat is fully equipped with a kitchenette and bathroom. The sleeping area has a king size double bed and there is a double sofa bed in the lounge area. (Please view video)
The cantina is NEVER rented independently.
THE VILLAGE.
Monterchi, its name derived from 'MONS HERCULIS' (hill of Hercules) whose cult was celebrated here in ancient Etruscan and Roman periods, is home of the famous Renaissance fresco 'The Madonna del Parto' (The Madonna of Childbirth) The mother of Piero della Francesca, the painter of the fresco, was born in Monterchi and the village became famous when in 1888 the fresco, painted in 1446 and considered one of Piero's finest masterpieces, was uncovered in the chapel of the cemetery. This restored fresco is now well displayed in the old village schoolhouse.
SIGHTSEEING: Podere Borgacciano is a 'Springboard' for sightseeing.
Florence (130 kms); Siena (90 kms);San Gimingnano (110 kms.) Assisi (75 kms) Pisa (150 kms); Perugia (65 kms); Arezzo (30 kms) (all distances approx.) are within easy reach. Rome, Bologna, and the Chianti wine countryside are within one to two hours travel. Both the Mediterranean and Adriatic coasts are no more than 2 hrs easy travel.
Local pearls such as Sansepolcro, Citta di Castello, Gubbio, Urbino, Anghiari, Caprese Michaelangelo (the artist's birthplace) and many more, abound with culture, art treasures, music and folk festivals.
Guestbook comments from the owner
Taken from our guestbook: This has truly been a holiday we will always remember and cherish...talked about this being an annual event. Rev PJ.Colorado. What an amazing place you have created here. attention to detail is awe inspiring. The view and terraces quite literally took our breath away. ESR. Manchester. The pull of the pool was too great to travel further afield. Thank you for a well catered and comfortable stay in such beautiful surroundings. CJR.Solihull. Thanks for the memories. Your beautiful villa exceeded our dreams - wonderful way to spend our Ruby Wedding. Mr & Mrs G. New York. When we first arrived, my husband said 'If there is Paradise on earth, it is here at Podere Borgacciano' After a week, he said 'This is one of the best holidays we have ever had' It is without a doubt, by far the most comfortable, pleasing and frankly the best holiday home we have experienced and we would like to express our gratitude to you for making it available to us Ambassador Y. and Mrs J.B
Amenities
Monterchi Farmhouse Accommodation and Amenities
- farmhouse (detached)
- Guests provide their own meals
- Housekeeper Optional
- 2152 sq. ft.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM /
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Max. occupancy: 6
- Max. adults: 6
- Parties/events not allowed
- Mountain
- Rural
- Village
- Luxury
- Romantic
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Fireplace
- Firewood
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room
- Local Activities Guide
- Local Maps
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Parking
- Parking Off Street
- Safe
- Toilet Paper
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Wireless Internet
- 4 Ring Stove
- Blender
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Grill
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Child's Highchair
- Dining Area
- seating for 10 people
- 3 Bathrooms
-
Rosa -
toilet
,
combination tub/shower
,
shower
,
bidet
,
Vanity unit
Flora - toilet , shower , bidet , Vanity unit
Girasole - toilet , combination tub/shower , shower , bidet , Washbasin
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
-
Rosa -
1 queen
Flora - 2 twin/ single
Girasole - 2 twin/ single
- ROSA has a queen-size double bed and French windows leading out on to a terrace with table and chairs. FLORA has large twin beds and French windows with a magnificent view down the valley towards the Appenines. GIRASOLE is a large bedroom with twin beds and French windows leading out on the an extensive terrace with seating and the same view as Flora. ALL BEDROOMS can, in addition, accommodate Cots and Child Beds.
- Audio Tape Player
- Books
- Books for Adults
- Books for Kids
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Foosball
- Games
- Music Library
- Ping Pong Table
- Radio
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo
- Television
- Toys
- VCR
- Video Library
- Beach Chairs
- Beach Towels
- Child's Swing
- Deck / Patio
- Lawn / Garden
- Outdoor Grill
- Patio
- Porch / Veranda
- Terrace
- Unscreened Porch / Veranda
- 10 garden chairs
- 10 beach chairs
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- Low Allergen Environment
- wheelchair inaccessible
- Heated Pool
- Hot Tub
- Outdoor Pool
- Private Pool
- Massage
- Staff
- arboretum
- autumn foliage
- churches
- forests
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
- water parks
- winery tours
- bird watching
- horseback riding
- outlet shopping
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
- ATM/bank
- Babysitter
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
- cycling
- equestrian events
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- mountain biking
- swimming
- tennis
Reviews
Wonderful!
4.8/5 -
(24 traveler reviews)
Paradise on earth
Podere Borgacciano is located in what can only be described as the most breathtakingly beautiful spot in Tuscany. The accommodation was extraordinarily comfortable as well as aesthetically pleasing, clean and well maintained. The owners of the property were discreetly on hand to advise about the best places to eat, local attractions and how best to visit nearby cities, though the on-the-spot facilities, especially the amazing pool and the opportunity to hire local chefs to prepare meals for us, encouraged us not to wander far from base. We would certainly recommend the property to anybody looking for a luxurious holiday.
Wonderful Location and Suroundings ; The Best place for your Tuscan Holiday
We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Podere Borgancciano with our entire family and friends. Thank you Danny and Janette for making our vacation such a wonderful experience. We want to thank you for opening your beautiful home to us again for our family vacation. The house, the pool and the overall area is beyond words as a special place for us to visit. Thank you for your wonderful suggestions on where to go while we were there; the music festival and concerts in Anghiari were fabulous as were the dinners in Monterchi. The dinner cooked by Graziella and Raffaella was fantastic. We want to thank you for a wonderful time from our entire family and thank you again for opening your home for us to spend our Italian Holiday. The new furniture in the living room and the new hot tub are absolutely fantastic and great new adds to the house which added great comfort to our stay. Most of all we want to thank you for your hospitality and friendship as we cherish every time we can visit with you. We love visiting Italy and especially coming to Podere Borgacciano. As you know this is our second time staying at your place and each time it gets better. We hope to be back as soon as we can in the future. Again Thank You for such a wonderful week - we loved it and miss it already. Such a wonderful place and most of all; fantastic hosts to spend time with. Thank You Again -
Dan, Bev & Family.
Beautiful, tranquil house with stunning views!
Beautiful, tranquil and practically perfect house and location. We were privileged enough to stay at Podere in August with two other families. The rooms were the perfect temperature for sleeping despite the blistering sunshine outside. There are wonderful nooks and crannies to hide away and just soak up the amazing views. I would question anyone who is not completely absorbed by the views over the valleys.
As for the swimming pool and surrounding area - it is breathtaking. A separate eating area at the poolside means that no one has to be out of the pool for too long - a blessing with six small children.
Inside, the property is cool and calm. The bedrooms are spacious and pitch black once the outside shutters are closed - great for those of us not wanting to be woken by the sunshine!
I cannot recommend this place enough - we loved it and hope to come back soon.
Beautiful house and location.
As a family of four we stayed in this villa during the last week of October'16. As described and in the pictures the villa is very beautiful as are the Tuscan surroundings. The only down sides to the property were that the internet was restricted to a small corner of one room (perhaps not unreasonable in a rural setting), the swimming pool was very cold, again perhaps to be expected in October and the ground floor bedroom was a bit damp and musty smelling. That said none of these things ruined our holiday and the autumn Tuscan sun was warm and relaxing. The owners were genuinely caring and made sure we were ok throughout our holiday. All in all a fantastic relaxing place with magnificent scenery that will last in our memories forever.
Less than expected
The descriptions of Podere Borgacciano and the surrounding area in the listing itself and in the reviews accurately identify the many wonderful features: beautiful house, garden and views, great location, friendly proprietor and local people. However, because of some significant issues during the stay by our group of 8, this review must be less than sterling. While the Rosa and Flora bedrooms were just fine, Girasole and Papavera (the lower bedrooms) were extremely damp and musty, and therefore very uncomfortable to be in. Papavera (the apartment) should have been commodious for the two single persons staying there, but the sofa-bed was so uncomfortable that they had to share the double bed. Actual wireless internet coverage was literally only one square meter in one corner of the upstairs living area. The pool was as beautiful as described, but it was a chillier experience than it should have been because the pool cover that is supposed to provide insulation was not working. Finally, while we were able to transfer payment to the owner conveniently through Xoom with modest fees, the owner required an inconvenient and expensive (15% fees) bank transfer for the return of our deposit. We paid 30-50% more for Podere Borgacciano than for two other listings we were considering , so it was disappointing that it proved not to be a 5-star experience.
Unspoilt TUscany
Our family of 8 spent two weeks in this rustic farmhouse with fab views over unspoilt Tuscany. The gardens were lovely and the pool complex amazing - every detail had been thought of and no expense spared.
The nearby village of Monterchi was charming and there were a number of medieval hill top towns to explore with many of Italy's more popular tourist attractions within easy reach.
Podere Borgacciano gave us a holiday to remember and is highly recommended.
Map
FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION AND MORE PHOTOS PLEASE CONTACT US.
Other Activities: clay pidgeon shooting
Photos
Rates & Availability
- Available
- Unavailable
Additional information about rental rates
| Fees | No additional mandatory fees |
1. AIRCON INCLUDED: MID/HIGH & PEAK SEASONS
2. CANTINA APARTMENT CAN BE ANNEXED. SLEEPS 4. ADDS 20% TO RATE
3. WE ONLY RENT TO 1 PARTY SO FACILITIES NEVER SHARED
4. WEEKLY MAID SERVICE. LINENS/TOWELS CHANGED. HOUSE CLEANED
5. OUR COOK CAN BE HIRED FOR MEALS/PIZZA FROM OUR FORNO
6. PICK RIPE PRODUCE CHERRIES/APRICOTS/FIGS ETC + OUR FRESH LAID EGGS
7. LPG (GAS) METERED & CHARGED FOR LOW SEASON
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.
You might like these similar properties
- 4 Bedrooms
- Sleeps 8
- 31
- 4 Bedrooms
- Sleeps 12
- 19
- 6 Bedrooms
- Sleeps 12
- 46
You might like these similar properties
- 4 Bedrooms
- Sleeps 8
- 31
- 4 Bedrooms
- Sleeps 12
- 19
- 6 Bedrooms
- Sleeps 12
- 46
Request to Book