Zolferate: peaceful romantic cottage with private garden

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A stone house with a tiled roof, a covered patio with outdoor furniture, and a garden.
A stone house with a tiled roof, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a hilly backdrop.
A cozy living room with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, and a kitchen area with a window.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a large open door leading outside.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a radiator, and a window.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Fireplace
  • Garden
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

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Roccalbegna, Tuscany

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

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Garden

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About the area

Roccalbegna

Located in Roccalbegna, this holiday home is in a rural area. Monte Labbro and Mount Amiata Fauna Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Parco Piscine Capenti Outdoor Pool and Villa Acquaviva - La Fattoria. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain biking, cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Roccalbegna, Tuscany

Getting around

  • Civitella Paganico Station - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Da Noi A Cana - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Mood Lounge Bar - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪La Grotta -Ristorante Trattoria Pizzeria - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bar La Rocca - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante La Saletta - ‬34 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Zolferate: peaceful romantic cottage with private garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Zolferate: peaceful romantic cottage with private garden?

As of 1 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zolferate: peaceful romantic cottage with private garden on 29 Jun 2027 start from £338, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Zolferate: peaceful romantic cottage with private garden?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Zolferate: peaceful romantic cottage with private garden?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Zolferate: peaceful romantic cottage with private garden located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Church of Our Lady of the Snows, Parish Church of Saints Flora and Lucilla and Mercury Mining Museum of Monte Amiata. Monte Labbro and Parco Piscine Capenti Outdoor Pool are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

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10/10 Excellent

a perfect place to relax

We needed some relaxation time and we've found it in this perfect peaceful place, in this cosy house, in the beautiful region. Graham, the owner, is a very interesting and warm person, giving you the feeling to come home.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
I'm pleased you felt at home here - the best compliment for a property owner. I hope to welcome you both here again soon. Graham
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10/10 Excellent

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Stay in the country

Very loverly place to stay. A few km down a gravel road but that adds to the experience. Graham is a gracious host. He provided lots of info places to visit and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2023
I'm really pleased you both enjoyed your stay here in the Maremma countryside. I hope to welcome you both here again some time soon.
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10/10 Excellent

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Great HOST and Apartment

Graham was an excellent host, providing everything I needed and helpful with my activities. Fred
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2021
Hi Fred, I'm really pleased everything worked out well and that you enjoyed your stay here. I hope to welcome you here again sometime soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Quaint, restful, beautiful, comfortable with a perfect location for a real Tuscan experience.

We began our vacation with one week here. The cottage was perfectly appointed in an idyllic landscape of rolling hills, charming hill towns, fantastic restaurants, and a gracious and helpful owner. We will definitely return! Thank you so much Graham! Your new American friends, Craig and Marhya
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Marhya and Craig, I'm really pleased you enjoyed you stay here so much and had a great start to your Italian vacation. I'm looking forward to welcoming you both back here soon! Graham
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10/10 Excellent

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Blissful retreat

Beautiful remote location. Airy, high ceilinged rooms, immaculately looked after. Very special garden clearly lovingly tended. Wonderful walking, especially to Rochette di Fazio and the truly excellent Trattoria Cacciaconti. Graham very friendly and helpful. A real retreat for people who want to get away from it all and enjoy La Maremma countryside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2023
I'm really pleased you got so much out of your short stay here and thanks for the lovely, useful review!
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10/10 Excellent

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Incredible place

From the first minute we were feeling so comfortable as graham was welcoming us in a very friendly way and the property is stunning. Such a beautiful landscape and the apartment had everything you needed and more. Very comfortbable chairs,the best bed we had so far in italy from all our trips and a breathtaking view. We would stay there definitely again and also the 2 kilometer road which is not the best iscalso worth it. Thanks for having us graham
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2024
Thanks for the great review! I'm really pleased that you enjoyed your stay exploring the countryside around here. I'm looking forward to welcoming you both here again soon!
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8/10 Good

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The perfect place.

Podere Sant’Angelo is how you imagine your perfect holiday home should look. Comfortable house, great view from your terrace, lots of interesting things to do and see. Graham, your host is kind, very helpful and also very knowledgeable about villages to visit and restaurants and shops to go to in the neighbourhood. This part of Tuscany is less known, and there are far less tourist than for instance Florence or Siena.
Stayed 21 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2023
Thanks for the great review, I'm really pleased you enjoyed your stay here so much and appreciated the tranquility here. I hope to welcome you both here again soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tuscan Paradise

"Stunning location...adorable cottage - spotless, comfy (especially the bed), quality, with amazing views. Graham is the perfect host, welcoming, friendly, helpful if needed, discreet if not... The village is enchanting....it is like stepping back in time. Local restaurants use local produce, it's a foodies paradise, try the butchers sausages worth staying in to cook..and you'll find herbs around your garden. Buy the fresh pasta in Castel del Piano (open mornings only) and don't miss the real Italian ice cream. Love, love, love Tuscany...everything we hoped it would be and more...overload of breathtaking views. Can't wait to return."
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Great tips for future visitors, thanks! And I'm pleased you enjoyed your stay here, Graham
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Relaxed country living on a Tuscan hillside.

This cottage surpassed it's descriptions. It is a well equipped and appointed gem nestled in the Tuscan hills beside sheep farms with spectacular views. This is obviously a property run with care and the owner who lives in another house on the property is gracious and helpful with advise about the area. For the couple or small family looking to get away from the noise and clutter of urban life, this is the place! It is an easy drive ( by Tuscan standards-remember hills and curves ) to Siena and other towns in the region. Tuscan cuisine is as close as the Grotto in Roccalbegna, the closest town. We would go back yearly if we could afford the travel. I would recommend this to anyone. Top marks on our Italian tour.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Wow, I'm so pleased you enjoyed your Tuscan experience here so much, thanks for the tips and great review. Graham
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10/10 Excellent

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Marvellous Maremma

The Podere Sant’Angelo farmhouse is in a beautiful spot in the remote, mountainous Maremma region of Tuscany. Its old barn has been charmingly converted into two apartments, each with its own terrace area. It was a great base for pottering around local mountain villages, all with long histories, and for walking and wildlife. We saw porcupines, martens, hares, wild boar, deer, and lots of interesting arthropods. We also went on some great excursions to the gentler Tuscan landscapes and wine and art towns of the Val d’Orcia, to Etruscan villages and necropoli on the Lazio borders, and to unspoilt beaches on the Maremma coast. Getting anywhere involved a long drive on narrow, winding roads - but this area is way off Tuscany’s beaten track and well worth the drive. The owner has lots of good restaurant recommendations!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2023
Thanks for the great review Georgina. I'm really pleased you had such a great stay here, made the most of local walks and got to interact with the local wildlife! I hope to welcome you all here again some time soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tuscan rural retreat

I have spent several pleasant short holidays recharging in Podere San Angelo, far from the madding crowd and city lights. The apartments have been beautifully renovated in the old Sicilian style and Graham, the owner was extremely helpful and courteous. The property is situated in the heart of the Maremma, one of the most remote,unspoiled areas of Italy and there are lots of bridle paths to walk along and explore the countryside. I spotted deer, porcupines and lots of different kinds of birdlife. The nearby village has a couple of excellent, well-priced restaurants. Siena and other medieval hill-top towns and villages are within easy reach by car. No nightclubs but I had a curious experience wallowing in the hot sulphur springs of Saturnia at midnight, contemplating the vast swathes of the Milky Way. Ruth
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2024
The night sky here is truly spectacular, really pleased you enjoyed your stay, a presto! Graham
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10/10 Excellent

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Völlige Ruhe und Entspannung

Wer hierher kommt kann sie finden - die Ruhe. Grillen, Bienen, Schmetterlinge, alles summt und zirpt. Aber so angenehm, dass man es nach der Abreise schon vermisst. Dazu kommt der Ausblick von der Terrasse, einfach himmlich. Die Wege in die Dörfer der näheren Umgebung sind zwar nicht so lange, ziehen sich aber schon etwas wegen der doch sehr kurvigen Strassen. Für 2 Personen ist im Apartment alles vorhanden. Die Betten (Matratze) super gut. Und sollte irgendein Wunsch da sein, sprecht Graham an. Er hilft jederzeit sehr gerne. Unbedingt zu empfehlen ist das heiße Naturbad in Saturnia und Ausflüge zum Monte Amiata oder auch Monte Labbro. Das sind Rundblicke, die man einfach erleben sollte. Die Toskana liegt euch zu Füssen. Und wenn ihr dann wieder ins Apartment zurückkommt, Erholung pur.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul 2024
Lieber Hardy, danke für deine tolle Bewertung und Ihren Besuch in unserer Zolferate Wohnung. Und ich freue mich auf ein Wiedersehen!
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolute Ruhe in wunderschöner Natur

Vom Vermieter Graham wurden wir in hervorragendem Deutsch sehr freundlich empfangen, es macht Freude, mit ihm zu plaudern. Die Unterkunft ist sehr gut ausgestattet. Es ist wunderschön auf der Terrasse zu sitzen, den Garten und die Aussicht und den herrlichen Lavendelduft zu genießen. In der Umgebung gibt es viele lohnende Ausflugsziele. Es war eine sehr schöne Woche!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2023
Liebe Kathrin, danke für dein tolles Feedback! Schön, dass es dir hier so sehr gefallen hat. Dann bis bald, hoffentlich!
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10/10 Excellent

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Séjour chez Graham

Nous avons apprécié ce séjour. Maison très agréable, environnement très calme et reposant , hôte très disponible , sympa et très discret.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2023
Merci pour cet excellent commentaire, je suis heureux que vous ayez apprécié l''environnement relaxant ici, et je me réjouis de vous revoir!
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10/10 Excellent

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Sommerurlaub August 2022

Eine kleine feine Ferienwohnung, mit allen was für einen entspannten Urlaub notwendig ist. Wir haben sehr viele Anregungen für Ausflüge vor Ort, durch Gespräche mit dem Vermieter erhalten. Wir kommen sicher einmal wieder.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2023
Danke für Deine Bewertung! Schön, dass es Dir gut gefallen hat. Und ich freue mich auf ein Wiedersehen
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10/10 Excellent

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Unforgettable stay in deepest Tuscany

Podere Sant'Angelo is located in the Maremma district of Tuscany, surrounded by stupendous scenery. The cottages are comfortable and tastefully decorated with outdoor patios for sunbathing, star-gazing or watching the sunset. There are trails around the property for wildlife enthusiasts (we saw deer, eagles and a wild boar). If you can tear yourself away from the apartment and beautiful garden, you can visit medieval villages nearby and relax in the hot springs of Saturnia. thank you Graham. We had a wonderful stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
It's so relaxing to visit the hot springs at Saturnia in the late afternoon .... I'm pleased you had that experience. Thanks for the great review and I hope to welcome you here again soon, A presto, Graham
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10/10 Excellent

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Eden

Si trova in una zona naturalistica bellissima che regala splendidi panorami, il giardino curatissimo, la struttura pulita accogliente, curata nei dettagli, ma soprattutto sono riuscito a riposare benissimo, lontano dal traffico, dal caldo dallo stres cittadino
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Sono contento che tu abbia potuto rilassarti e goderti la meravigliosa natura che c'è qui intorno. Ci vediamo di nuovo qui presto ! Graham
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10/10 Excellent

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Stunning holiday hideaway in glorious Tuscany

Podere Sant'Angelo is a real gem of a holiday let, tucked away off the beaten track - literally! We followed the owner's detailed instructions and arrived easily at the honey-coloured property set in a gorgeous garden. The apartment was delightful with a comfortable bed and well-equipped kitchen. We enjoyed sitting on the patio, watching the sun go down over the hills and waiting for the stars and the fireflies to come out. A short stay but a real treat.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
I'm really pleased you enjoyed your stay and that you enjoyed the wonderful surroundings here so much. I'm looking forward to welcoming you both again soon. Graham
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10/10 Excellent

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Starry starry night in Tuscany

We had a very pleasant stay - lovely apartment, helpful and friendly owner and amazing views of the Tuscan hills. the only problem was that it was too short - only one night. But what a night! I've never seen the stars so clearly - the Milky Way was very visible. We'll be back!
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
I'm really pleased you enjoyed your stay here so much - the stars really are amazing here! I'm looking forward to welcoming you here again soon - for a longer visit I hope! Graham
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Empfehlenswert!!

Ein wunderschöner Ort... Natur pur!! Und ein liebevoll gepflegter Garten !! Graham ist ein sehr aufmerksamer Gastgeber, der wann immer gewünscht weiter hilft und berät. Wir kommen sicher wieder!!
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Herzlichen Dank für die tolle Bewertung. Es freut mich sehr, dass es Ihnen so gut gefallen hat. Ich freue mich auf das Wiedersehen. Bis bald :-)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ruhe und Erholung in der Natur

Graham ist ein liebenswerter und hilfsbereiter Gastgeber mit vielen Tipps. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtete Ferienwohnung mit überwältigen Außengelände. Herrlicher Ausblick, sehr liebevoll gepflegte Gartenanlage. Wer Ruhe in der Natur sucht ist hier gold richtig. Schönes Wandergebiet, in Roccalbegna gibt es sogar einen kleinen Einkaufsladen mit vielen Bio-Produkten. Die Einwohner sind alle sehr zuvorkommend und nett. In der Nähe befindet sich das Naturthermalbad Sarturnia, was wir sehr genossen haben. Wir waren von 30.04.16 bis 07.05.16 dort und hatten eine sehr erholsame Zeit. Vielen Dank an Graham Erika und Bernward
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Vielen Dank für Ihre nette Bewertung. Ich freue mich, dass alles hier Ihnen so gut gefallen hat. Ich freue mich darauf Euch bald noch mal in Maremma und auf Podere Sant'Angelo zu begrüßen!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect place

The property is described accurately. The location is just great if you are looking for Tuscan culture, food, great vines as Brunellos, Montepulcianos, Morellino di Scansano and last but not least (our favorite) from Villa Patricia Vinery (Monte Cucco DOC), the very nice and calm southern landscape and non vegeterian "Bistecca fiorentina" from the local butcher in Rocalbegna as I do. Graham is a very interesting and nice host. He is service oriented and he is here for you if you need him and, he let you alone if you want to be for yourself. Here is a list of what you can do or where you can eat in and around Roccalbegna. - Go to Roccalbegna, to the sea, to Monte Labro (by bicycle or by foot), to Arcidosso, Santa Fiora, the Valle d'Orcia (a must see!) or to Pitigliano on romain traces and so on. - Restaurant recommendations: (from low budget to more expensive): Barbecue in your Zolferate garden (gilthead seabreem form the golf of Grosseto) or the bistecca above or a sausage from the same butcher, la Grotta in Roccalbegna ($) (order home made pasta!), the Pizzeria in Cana ($-$$) with a very nice view over the valley, the Osteria del Castello in Arcidosso ($-$$), Silene in Pescina (Seggiano) ($$$) or the locanda da Caino in Montemerano ($$$$).
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Thanks for the great tips about where to eat and where to visit around here. I'm really pleased you made the most of your 1 month stay here and had such a great holiday. I hope to welcome you both back here soon - a presto!
Archival

8/10 Good

Un havre de paix.

Voilà un site exceptionnel , perdu dans les colinnes du Sud Toscan. Les charmants logements sont bien équipés et d'une propreté irréprochable . L'accueil de Graham est empreint de gentillesse, simplicité et sincérité. La région est d' une beautée et d'une richesse culturelle incroyable méritant sûrement plusieurs séjours. Bref une semaine parfaite que nous recommandons vivement.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Merci pour cette excellente critique, je suis vraiment ravi que vous ayez apprécié votre séjour ici !
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Zolferate Bellissimo

The bumpy road leading to Podere Sant'Angelo was quickly forgotten when we arrived. Graham was waiting & graciously welcomed us to his lovely property. Our impression when entering our little cottage, Zolferate, was WOW! The pictures did not do it justice and the quality and beauty of our little "home" was beyond our expectations. Everything was new, modern, clean and very comfortable. As many have mentioned, the view was lovely and the grounds beautiful with many flowers, olive trees, rosemary, basil & other plants abound. We loved when we cooked in and could just walk outside our door to snip some fresh herbs. The area is so peaceful and quiet with only the occasional tinkling of the bells on the sheep grazing nearby to be heard. Graham was overly helpful with his recommendations for sights and restaurants, all spot-on. He went over and beyond in his capacity of host when he drove us back to our car after a missed turn on our hike from Semproniano to Rochette di Fazio led us back to the cottage instead without our car. We enjoyed Primo Colazione at the "Sport Bar" in Semproniano and the great little Alimentari next door for grocery shopping as well as the restaurant NoveCento. At Graham's suggestion we went to Cana to the Villa di Patrizia winery and had a wonderful tasting there. The hosts, Alessio & Patrizia, opened bottles for us to sample whatever we choose and of course we couldn't resist buying several to enjoy during our stay and to bring home. Graham also recommended Ristorante Da'Noi - a wonderful restaurant owned by Germans but staffed with local Italian chefs and probably the best food we have had in Italy. We would definitely come back here if our travels bring us back to Tuscany - fall is a wonderful time to visit with great weather and not very crowded. Thank you, Graham for a wonderful stay!
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Thanks for the great tips and I'm pleased you enjoyed this lovely area so much!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sehr zu empfehlen!!!

Podere Sant Angelo (wir waren in der Fe-Wo. Zolferate) ist in vielerlei Hinsicht ein sehr zu empfehlenswerter Ort! Die Wohnung ist sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet und macht insgesamt einen gemühtlichen Eindruck. Zolferate besitzt eine eigene überdachte Terrasse, von der man einen Weitblick ins Albegnatal hat und einen eigenen, kleinen Gartenbereich. Urlaub mit Hunde ist hier problemlos möglich. Ausgesprochen angenehmer und gastfreundlicher Vermieter, der u.a. auch gute Deutschkenntnisse hat. Poders Sant Angelo liegt so, dass viele und abwechslungsreiche Tagestouren in die nähere Umgebung machen kann. Kleiner Wermutstropfen ist die etwas lange Schotterzufahrtsstraße, über die das Ferienhaus zu erreichen ist. Insgesamt: Sehr zu empfehlen!
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Danke für Ihre Bewertung. Es freut mich, dass es Ihnen so gut bei Podere Sant'Angelo gefallen hat. Ich freue mich auf ein Wiedersehen in Maremma.
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