When first approaching the villa, you are stunned by the majestic cypress dress lining the driveway. The setting is surreal and after spending ten days in this beautiful home, it was difficult to leave. The villa is roomier and more beautiful than the photos indicate. With just three couples, we had more room than needed and we were all very well taken care of by the villa's amazing staff. Margherita, who handles your booking, helped us plan a memorable vacation with excursions and activities both on and off site. She checked on us throughout the stay and answered all of our questions and made some fabulous recommendations for dining and visiting as well as a day visiting Chianti vineyards that was truly magical.
Suzanne is the main house caretaker and looked after all of our needs. From stocking the kitchen with food and drink before our arrival and making delicious food for us to enjoy on the first night, to keeping the house immaculately clean and organized, she was a resource we couldn't imagine not having. Suzanne did so many little things to make our stay comfortable that it's hard to list them all. This is one lady that goes above and beyond for her employer every day! I can't forget the wonderful groundskeeper, Ricardo! He is so happy and friendly, although doesn't speak much English, he tries and he also made our stay perfect. He's there every day, except Sunday, to ensure the pool is sparkling and that the grounds are park like. Ricardo and Suzanne shared their home grown produce with us and all was delicious!
Whether you bbq your own meal and dine al fresco under the grapes, or have a chef come to prepare a special meal, the house and kitchen are well equipped for any situation. We enjoyed a special meal prepared at the house by Chef Sabrina and her sous chef, Suzanne, on one evening and on another Chef Sabrina gave us Italian cooking lessons that were so much fun and our food was tasty too!
The villa is well appointed and comfortable and the five bedrooms and pull out sofas can accommodate a much larger crowd. We enjoyed the pool and the villa so much but also the surrounding views and walled cities, which we visited and walked. I can't explain how peaceful the villa is. You are at the top of a mountain with some of the most beautiful scenery in the world at your doorstep.
If you want a home away from home in Italy, this is it! I hope one day to return - it's that good!