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Apartment/ flat - Barberino val d'ElsaHouse with character

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A building with a stone facade, arched windows, and hanging purple flowers.
A stone patio leading to a swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.
A covered outdoor area with a pool, patio furniture, and a view of the landscape.
A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by potted plants and a building with a tiled roof.
A living room with a sofa, a wicker chair, a glass coffee table, a wooden wardrobe, and a staircase.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
1 bedroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Barberino val d'Elsa, Tuscany
  • Place, Ra-Ma snc
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Tenuta Torciano Winery
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Piazza della Cisterna
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Apartment/ flat - Barberino val d'ElsaHouse with character

Panoramic position privileged, seen on the chianti fiorentino and that senese. From the terrace that shows oneself on hills, one appraises S.Gimignano, Hill Val D' Elsa like Saint Donato or Montaione till the Alps Apuane. open space INDEPENDENT on three levels, FOREHEAD SWIMMING POOL. Furnished with searched, silent and classified taste. The owner in the vicinities assures attendance and availability to the need.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
In the outside areas

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number IT048054C2D97Q13VM
Property # 6261213
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property

About the area

Barberino Tavarnelle

Located in Barberino Val d'Elsa, a neighbourhood in Barberino Tavarnelle, this cottage is in a rural area. Archeodromo di Poggibonsi and Semifonte are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Castelvecchio Natural Reserve and Alta Val d'Elsa River Park. The SottoVico Garden and Chianti Observatory are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like horse riding, hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Barberino val d'Elsa, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Ra-Ma snc - 7 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Tenuta Torciano Winery - 13 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Piazza Duomo - 27 min drive - 18.8 km
  • San Gimignano Communal Palace - 27 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Piazza della Cisterna - 27 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Barberino Val d'Elsa Station - 7 min drive
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Area di Servizio Drove Est - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Geb Grill E Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Frangipane Dessert Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Osteria 1126 - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Apartment/ flat - Barberino val d'ElsaHouse with character have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Apartment/ flat - Barberino val d'ElsaHouse with character pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Apartment/ flat - Barberino val d'ElsaHouse with character?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Apartment/ flat - Barberino val d'ElsaHouse with character?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Apartment/ flat - Barberino val d'ElsaHouse with character?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Apartment/ flat - Barberino val d'ElsaHouse with character located?

Located in Barberino Val d'Elsa, this cottage is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from The SottoVico Garden and within 6 miles (10 km) of Church of San Lorenzo and Tenuta Torciano Winery. San Lucchese Convent and Archeodromo di Poggibonsi are also within 6 miles (10 km). Barberino Val d'Elsa Station is 28 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovelly place Ideally localised to visite Toscana.Loretta is very kind and helpfull, she provided good advises about the area.The place is very nice and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2025
Thank you so much Celine and Nico, you are a wonderful family. A special hug to the sweet and beautiful Angelo. Bye bye Loretta
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very beautiful stay thank you

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Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2023
Thank you so much.It’s my pleasure
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect getawa in Tuscany

We had the most wonderful week at this beautiful holiday home in the heart of Tuscany! The location is absolutely stunning – peaceful, surrounded by rolling hills, olive groves, and vineyards. It truly feels like a little slice of paradise.The house itself was cozy, clean, and very well-equipped with everything we needed. It had a lovely rustic charm while still offering all the modern comforts. We especially loved sitting outside in the evenings, enjoying the breathtaking views and the sound of nature.This place is fantastic for children! Our kids had so much space to play and explore safely. Loretta is a perfect host, we hope to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun 2025
Thank you so much. It was a lovely meeting you and your family. You are so kind and have a wonderful family. I hope to see you again soon. Kisses to the girls and my best wishes a te e Lina .Bye Bye Loretta
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely gorgeous!!

We’ve had an absolutely fantastic holiday in the most lovely cottage and in the most beautiful setting ever! And the pool, oh the pool..! We all loved it so much! It truly is a little paradise you’ve got there. Thank you so much for everything Loretta (grazie mille per tutto :) you are the most wonderful host! We also loved the fresh vegetables your husband gave us, that was so nice of him! We truly loved that part of Tuscany and would definitely love to visit it again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2023
Thanks ,thanks so much I'll wait for you.Bye ..
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location
We had a lovely holiday in Tuscany. The landscape is stunning — full of vineyards, rolling hills, and natural beauty. The outdoor area of the property, especially the clean and well-maintained pool, was absolutely beautiful and where we spent most of our time. Every other evening, we tried a different local restaurant or pizzeria and were never disappointed. The walking trails around the house were peaceful and relaxing.The house itself, however, was a bit of a contrast. Being an old stone building, it heated up significantly during the day. There was only one fan, which helped a little, but a proper air conditioning system — or at least mosquito screens — would have made a big difference, especially at night when ventilation wasn’t possible without letting insects in.On arrival, the kitchen wasn’t as clean as expected, so we washed all the dishes and cutlery before using them. Despite keeping the house tidy, we regularly noticed ant trails in the kitchen and bathroom.We chose this place because of the outstanding reviews, so we wanted to share a few details future guests might find helpful: the owners live just a few meters away on the same property and walked past the house several times a day. While this didn’t bother us, there was little interaction, no local tips, and the language barrier made communication a bit limited.Overall, we had a wonderful stay — just a few things to be aware of that may help future guests manage expectations.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2025
Hi Lea. Thank you for your visit. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we will definitely keep your review in mind to improve. Our amenities are listed in the ad, along with a description of the shared garden. I'm sorry I couldn't advise you on your vacation; we want to respect your privacy. Thank you so much. Bye Loretta
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Unusually hot week in Barberino Val De Elsa for everyone. We how ever had no air conditioning. One fan was provided. The sleeping loft was upstairs so it was warm. We managed, then we bought two other fans for the remainder of our stay. This helped . We also bought at the local appliance store an American coffee maker. This really helped our mornings. The bed was comfortable, bathroom clean, towels and linens nice. We brought all our cooking spices and purchased olive oil locally. There needs to be a grill, especially in the summer months to enhance the stay and allow for some dining at home. The pool was the best part of the cottage stay. We swam 2 times per day just to get out of the 90degree living space . The grounds are stunning and well maintained. It’s a beautiful property! Loved the olive trees, flowering plants and lavender! The surrounding area is amazing. We are agritourism folk and we be returning next 10/2026. Lord willing… The cottage could benefit from 2 ceiling fans. Just to move the air around in the lounge space and sleeping loft . We appreciated our experience and will not book in the summer likely again , without air conditioning. Some wire screens on the windows upstairs would help with the insects from entering the space. The heat was humbling .. the pool was the gem . Thank you Ms Loretta and family. We appreciate you all. Thank you for your kindness to us .
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2025
Thank you very much for your visit and your review. The services provided by the house are highlighted in the announcement itself, but we will take note of your feedback.It's been nice know you and your Michael.Bye Bye Loretta
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In linea con le nostre aspettative di vacanza estiva. Giunti per un soggiorno breve a fine agosto abbiamo trascorso e apprezzato momenti davvero piacevoli; la struttura è accogliente, riservata, rustica e confortevole incastonata con armonia tra le tante bellezze naturali del Chianti, offrendo la migliroe tranquillità e il giusto relax circondati dalle colline e i vigneti di questa parte di Toscana. Oltremodo è un posto strategico e ben collegato anche per raggiugere in auto altre località e borghi limitrofi che raccontano tanta storicità locale, soprattutto per chi, come noi, ha voluto dedicare tempo alle bellezze di questi luoghi del Chianti, come San Gimignano, Radda, Volpaia, Castellina, Panzano ed altri ancora. Tutti perfetti per godersi suggestivi panorami, uniti a tante esclusive cantine da visitare per apprezzare dell'ottimo vino e altre tipicità culinarie e gastronomiche locali. Si suggerisce la prenotazione anticipata per eventuali visite guidate in cantina con possibilità di percorsi di degustazione. Consigliata la visita al Castello di Brolio.Punti da migliorare: la percorribilità dell'ultimo km, per raggiungere la struttura, in quanto strada boschiva non asfaltata e parecchio dissestata. Loretta e Roberto hanno rappresentato la cornice affascinanante e garbata del tutto, sempre disponibili. Bravi!Da ritornarci quanto prima.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2026
Grazie infinite Salvatore e Olga . E’stato un piacere ospitarvi .Siete veramente una bella coppia e siamo felici di aver contribuito alla riuscita della vostra vacanza. A presto Loretta e Roberto
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Une semaine au calme dans un écrin de verdure, avec une piscine que nos 2 enfants n'ont quasi jamais quittée ! Tout est parfait chez Loretta qui a été adorable, disponible et réactive. Merci pour son accueil.Arrivederci!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2026
Thank you so much Katia it was a pleasure to host you and your family you were really nice. I will keep a warm memory of your visit as I hope you will take good memories of this holiday. A warm greeting to all of you Loretta
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grandioser Aufenthalt bei der supernetten Gastgeberin Loretta. Wunderschönes Häuschen mit schönem Pool auf einem großen, schönen, gepflegten Grundstück.Ca. 40 min nach Siena, Volterra oder Florenz, wenn die Toskana ein Herz hat, ist es genau hier..Man merkt kaum, dass die Gastgeber auch auf dem Grundstück leben.Absolute Empfehlung.Der letzte Kilometer zum Haus verläuft auf unbefestigter Straße.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun 2026
Hi Gerald and Caroline, thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing to stay with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time at our guest house and that your experience met your expectations. Your kind words mean a lot to us and are a great source of motivation. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we would be thrilled to welcome you back to Tuscany whenever your travels bring you this way again. Thank you once again for sharing your experience. Loretta & family
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt in der Toskana! Die Unterkunft war super gemütlich und hatte alles, was man braucht. Loretta war eine tolle Gastgeberin, sehr hilfsbereit und stand uns immer zur Verfügung, wenn wir Fragen hatten. Obwohl Loretta und ihre Familie auf dem selben Grundstück wohnen, hatten wir das Gefühl, alleine dort zu sein, was wir sehr genossen haben. Vom Pool aus hat man einen schönen Blick und der Garten lädt zum entspannen ein. Das Ferienhaus ist gut gelegen, sodass man viele Ausflüge machen kann.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir hatten eine wunderschöne Woche in dem besonderen Häuschen, das sehr gemütlich eingerichtet ist. Umgeben von Natur haben wir den tollen Pool genossen. Unser Sohn (4) hatte großen Spaß und hat sich auch sehr gefreut, dass Loretta so lieb zu ihm war :) als es geregnet hat, hat uns die Gastgeberin schöne Tipps gegeben, was wir in der Umgebung machen können, das haben wir genutzt. Loretta war hilfsbereit, aber nicht aufdringlich. Also genau richtig! Wir hatten Entspannung, Ruhe und Natur und wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your visit. You are very nice.We will happily await your return. You have a little man, beautiful and polite, a rare joy. A hug for you all Loretta
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Erholsam

Sehr schöne idyllische Umgebung im freundlich angelegten Garten. Sehr schönes Haus mit Pool . Die Gastgeber sehr nett . Ein rundum schöner Urlaub zum Entspannen
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wundervolle Toskana

Die Unterkunft war traumhaft, die Umgebung wunderschön, die Familie tolle Gastgeber und sehr hilfsbereit. Danke nochmal für die guten Tipps.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Consigliatissimo!

La casetta in cui abbiamo soggiornato è deliziosa. Loretta e la sua famiglia sono stati sempre disponibili, cordiali e discreti. L’aria fresca del mattino ad accompagnare la colazione a bordo piscina è qualcosa che sarà moooolto moolto difficile dimenticare!!! Grazie Loretta, è stato un piacere!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

RELAX .....

Siamo stati in questo cottage per 2 settimane con la nostra cagnolina. Splendida esperienza. Alloggio tipico toscano con bella piscina praticamente esclusiva circondato da un grande giardino situato in campagna. In pochi minuti di auto si raggiunge un fornitissimo supermarket e la sua posizione permette di visitare Firenze, Siena e San Gimignano con estrema facilità. Ma quello che ci ha colpito è stata la gentilezza e la disponibilità dei proprietari, rispettosi della privacy ma sempre pronti a consigli utili. Un luogo dove godere di tranquillità e aria buona. Consigliamo vivamente questo luogo. Grazie per il bel periodo trascorso.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2023
Grazie infinite è stato un piacere conoscerVi. Spero di rivederVi presto .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacanza con carattere in un bellissimo ambiente

Abbiamo passato una settimana incantevole nella proprietà di Loretta, che e' stata molto gentile e disponibile, insieme alla sua famiglia fornendoci informazioni utili. La casa e' esattamente come si vede nelle foto, con un letto matrimoniale nel soppalco e due divani nella stanza principale, uno dei quali e' stato utilizzato come letto singolo. Tutta la casa e' stata arredata con attenzione ai piccoli particolari ed e' confortevole. Unico punto di attenzione e' la mancanza di aria condizionata o di un ventilatore per le notti più calde, anche se è possibile fare un pò di corrente con le finestre. La casa e' sulle colline ed e' quindi indispensabile avere la macchina anche per fare la spesa. La piscina e' bene organizzata e molto piacevole, la cui condivisione con la famiglia non e' stata un problema. Ci ritorneremo sicuramente
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Una piccola perla tra le colline del Chianti

Luogo incantevole. Proprietari cordiali e discreti. Soggiorno rilassante e pienamente soddisfacente. Caldamente consigliato.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

We had an incredible time in this beautiful and extremely clean house. Loretta and her beautiful family, her husband and daughter have been very helpful throughout our stay. The pool is the highlight, the water is very very clean. Although Loretta and her family are living very close, we had 100% privacy and they all have been so discrete and respectful. All most beautiful spots in the Toscany are very fast to reach, so the location is more than perfect. All in all the house, the cleanness and the privacy you get in this house is incredible. 100 stars!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2023
Thank you so much for your kindness. It was a real pleasure to meet you and we are happy that you will bring with you a nice memory of your holiday . I wish you well for all.Loretta
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Entspannt

Sehr stilvoll eingerichtetes Haus mit allem was man so braucht. Sehr sauber! Nette Vermieter. Sehr hilfsbereit!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Confortable et au calme

Petite maison avec piscine, à cotè des propriétaires qui sont très discrets. Maison un pue isolée, bon confort piscine et jardin agréable. Proche en voiture de tous les points d’intérêts. accès par chemin en terre.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradiso

Un posto incantevole, una dependance unica, accogliente, come essere a casa propria ma anche meglio! Proprietari estremamente discreti che ci hanno regalato pomodori con cui abbiamo fatto un sugo strepitoso. Se la Toscana mi è rimasta nel cuore è sicuramente anche merito di Loretta e della sua famiglia. Non sono riuscita a trattenere le lacrime prima di andar via, mi succedeva da bambina quando andavo in vacanza con la zia. Grazie di tutto, di sicuro torneremo. Elena ed Alessio
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2023
Grazie mille Elena e Alessio! È stato solo un piacere potervi ospitare e speriamo di rivedervi al più presto.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A place in the sun

We had a lovely 12 day stay in this charming little villa near Tuscany. Loretta was a wonderful host and the location was perfect for us. We enjoyed exploring Sienna, Florence and nearby Poggibonsi, but days in the pool at the villa were hard to beat (especially with the 40 degree heat).
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Endroit idyllique !!!

Un endroit et un accueil hors du commun !! Merci
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2023
Thank you so much, for you all. It’ s been a pleasure to know you and your nice family. I hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr schön

Ich kann mich den vorherigen ausgezeichneten Bewertungen nur anschließen. Wir haben eine wunderbare, entspannte Woche in diesem liebevoll eingerichteten Haus verbracht. Der Garten ist top gepflegt und der Pool ein Traum. Loretta und ihre Familie sind sehr freundlich und wir kommen gerne noch Mal wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2023
Thanks you so much .You are very nice.I'll wait see your beautiful family again .Loretta
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice location

We've had a wonderful vacation in the most beautiful setting. It's very quiet and romantic. It's a fantastic place, like a little paradise. Loretta is a really great host. Grazie mille per tutto! I hope, we'll come back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2023
Grazie infinite Sybille,Bye Bye

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