"Sunflower 4" Romantic for two

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A circular pond with lily pads and a small boat, surrounded by rocks and greenery. In the background, there is a modern building with a glass facade and a white awning.
A rustic stone house with a wooden deck, surrounded by trees and a gravel driveway.
A wood-burning stove with a conical chimney, surrounded by potted plants and a brick base.
A clear swimming pool with a wooden deck and lounge chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, a mirror, a window, and a bedside table.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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San Gimignano
  • Place, Church of San Lorenzo
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Tenuta Torciano Winery
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Archeodromo di Poggibonsi
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

San Gimignano

Located in San Gimignano, this apartment is in a rural area. Castelvecchio Natural Reserve and Alta Val d'Elsa River Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The SottoVico Garden and Chianti Observatory. Travelling with kids? Consider Terre di Vini and Il Fiaschetto. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, cycling and horse riding.
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San Gimignano

What's nearby

  • Church of San Lorenzo - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Tenuta Torciano Winery - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Archeodromo di Poggibonsi - 12 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Poggio Imperiale Fortress - 12 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Sovestro in Poggio Winery - 18 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Barberino Val d'Elsa Station - 12 min drive
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gelateria dell'Olmo - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Gustavo - Bar Enoteca - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Riccapizza - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Le Vecchie Mura - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪La Cittadella Cafe - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does "Sunflower 4" Romantic for two have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is "Sunflower 4" Romantic for two pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at "Sunflower 4" Romantic for two?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "Sunflower 4" Romantic for two?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Sunflower 4" Romantic for two?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Sunflower 4" Romantic for two located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly apartment building is within 6 mi (10 km) of Church of San Lorenzo, The SottoVico Garden, and Archeodromo di Poggibonsi. Museum San Gimignano 1300 and Archaeological Museum - Spezieria Santa Fina - Raffaele De Grada Modern and Contemporary Art Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect place to relax
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10 out of 10!

We loved our stay. This is a beautiful spot. Very restful & quiet with an amazing pool! The hosts were really friendly & helpful. Everything was perfect, we wouldn't hesitate to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2025
Tricia, we are so glad you had a good experience! We hope to always improve our offer, and we hope to see you again!
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wunderbar!

Super ruhige Lage, beste Entspannung und tolle Vermieter! „This Place was not made für business - it was made for having a good life!“
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2022
All our efforts are to convey our passion for our region and to make the best for our guests for having "a good life!". We are delighted that you enjoyed your vacation at our property. Thanks again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Love it

Macinella is a very nice place to stay. It is quiët, the view is amazing and the swimming pool is great. Stelio and Rosella are very kind and very friendly hosts. Betsie and René
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2023
Thank you Betsie and René, we are happy that you enjoyed our location, we hope that you will have a good memory of your stay in Macinella Sunflower 4 apartment.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We could not be happier with our stay. We were looking for a comfortable, relaxing base of operations in Tuscany and we're thrilled with the location, the ambiance and the hosts. The pool was a delightful feature during the hot spell we encountered. The unit had everything we needed but what stood out was the tranquility and surrounding beauty. Would return without hesitation.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul 2025
We're very happy that you enjoyed your stay. We're committed to achieving exactly this goal. We hope to further improve our offerings and look forward to seeing you again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Super!

A world on it's own on top of a mountain just outside of Poggibonsi. The owners created a beautiful landscape in a very creative and artistic environment. A magical place with super friendly hosts. Macinella 4 has a great atmosphere and is wonderfully decorated. We highly recommend it. Thanks Gloria and Stelio, we're looking forward to come again!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank you for your review, we are happy that our location was pleasant, we hope to have you again as welcome guests!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
If your looking for an authentic stay in the Tuscan countryside this is it; the location is up a gravel road and set in the stunning surroundings of Tuscany. Parking is on site and allocate to each unit and the hosts whilst speaking a little English are really friendly and way to reach via WhatsApp. If, like me, your more used to 4/5* hotels this could be out of your comfort as this is more like a 2/3* self catering ski hotel but it has everything you need. Shops / supermarket is a 5/10 min drive away and has everything you need.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Tuscan countryside getaway!

The property is very beautiful and rustic-it is off a gravel road so a car is needed, but it is not far from a supermarket and restaurants. The pool was delightful after a long hot day exploring the region, and the property was very large and perfect for multiple evening strolls. Stelio and Rossella were extremely friendly, accommodating, and helpful hosts. We were even greeted by one of the chickens and their dog! Stelio arranged a wine tasting with one of his friends, which was delightful. The bathroom is in need of some updates, but otherwise we thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2023
Thank you Joy! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. We will do our best to listen to your advice and we will start the bathroom renovation asap. Thanks again!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

No quite as advertised

When we arrived we had a difficult time locating the owner to check in. The owner was very garrulous about the property and it was quite impressive what he had made of it. On the other hand the room we chose was small not very clean and we had to leave after two weeks because my wife was being eaten up by mosquitos. The bathroom shower was impossible and not clean. The scenery was beautiful but unit left a lot to be desired. Kitchen was small and the appliances were very old. Hot water was a problem as well. Overall I would not recommend the property unless you go at a time when mosquitos are not everywhere or you are a single traveler.
Stayed 30 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2023
Dear Martin, We are very sorry that you did not enjoy your stay and you have only told us about this now, after a year, that would surprise anyone. The owner and the staff can be reached by different phone, sms, whatsApp, email. When our customers arrive they are urged to let us know if anything is wrong and we are always ready to fix it straight away. We are sorry that you did not tell us anything within the two weeks of your stay. Some people are particularly allergic to mosquitoes. They should use various repellents, cover up and maybe avoid Mediterranean areas. All apartments have safety mosquitoes nets. In conclusion, the comments of guests who preceded and followed you tell satisfaction. Perfection does not exist and we are grateful to customers for their comments which help us to improve our offer, anyway we remain very amazed by your experience. Our kindest regards, Stelio and staff
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Petite location simple. Très belle propriété et piscine. Hôtes charmants
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastique maison de campagne en pleine toscane ! Tout ce que je souhaitais! Les fleurs et la bonne odeur du jasmin! La vue le calme la beauté la simplicité et la gentillesse des hôtes ! Pouvoir marcher sur la propriété champs bois et nager dans une très grande piscine très propre ! Lia la chienne et les poules ajoutent une touche de bonheur au quotidien ! Très bien situé nous avons visité beaucoup de petits villages de la toscane ! Supe beau 8 jours de vacances inoubliables! J'y retournerais sans hésiter! Nicole du Canada
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Havre de paix : calme , tout le nécessaire pour les repas , la piscine … Notre seul regret , séjour de 5 jours trop court . Le plus : des œufs frais le matin en cadeau !!! Merci
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2026
Siamo molto felici che il soggiorno sia stato di vostro gradimento! Questa è la nostra più grande soddisfazione. Un caloroso saluto!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stelio und Rosella sind sehr hilfsbereit und haben eine menge Tips parat. Die Wohnung und das Gelände sind wunderschön , der Pool ein Segen bei 35 - 42 Grad im August .
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Es war sehr schön. Das Anwesen liegt traumhaft mitten im der toskanischen Landschaft. Sehr ruhig, eine Oase zum entschleunigen.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2025
We are so happy that you will have a good memory of your holiday! We hope to always improve to make our land more and more interesting. Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Un luogo meraviglioso con ospiti meravigliosi!

Abbiamo trascorso 5 giorni in tranquillità in una posizione magnifica, circondati dagli splendidi panorami della campagna toscana. L'abitazione è circondata da un immenso parco, creato con amore da Stelio (il proprietario), dove ci si può rilassare in angolini sempre diversi, a contatto con la natura e dove potrete incontrare gatti, galline, colombe e la splendida Lia (la cagnolona di casa).La zona piscina, molto curata, è spaziosa e offre una splendida vista panoramica sul paesaggio punteggiato da numerosi cipressi.Da qui è possibile raggiungere facilmente in auto città e i borghi medievali della zona, Firenze e Siena sono facilmente raggiungibili in treno. I negozi di Poggibonsi sono raggiungibili in 10 minuti di auto.Stelio e Rossella sono stati degli ospiti meravigliosi e cordiali, sempre attenti ai nostri bisogni ma molto discreti, ci hanno fatto sentire come a casa. Speriamo di poter tornare al più presto in questo splendido luogo che ci è rimasto nel cuore.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2025
Gentile Silvia, siamo veramente contenti che abbiate apprezzato la nostra ospitalità. Saremo ovviamente felici di ospitarvi ancora. Tutto questo ci ripaga del nostro impegno a mantenere questi luoghi sempre genuini e nel rispetto della tradizione. Grazie ancora!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Superbe gîte

Accueil chaleureux, gîte bien situé,on peut apercevoir les tours de san Gimignano. Hôte à recommander
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2025
Grazie molto per il vostro giudizio, siamo molto contenti che abbiate apprezzato la vostra vacanza!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Un endroit merveilleux

Nous avons passé une très bonne semaine de tranquillité dans un endroit superbe en plein milieu des beaux paysages de la Toscane. Le calme est surprenant. La plupart du temps on n’entend que le chant des oiseau. Le bonheur ! L’accueil était très chaleureux, et Stelio, Gloria et Rossella sont vraiment des hôtes charmants. Stelio a fait de cet endroit un vrai havre de paix, avec des coins pour se poser un peu partout dans la propriété. Bravo à lui. La vue est également superbe. Nous n’avons malheureusement pas pu profité de la très belle piscine (il faisait trop frais). San Gimignano qui est une ville à visiter, est seulement à 20mn, et Sienne est environ à 40mn. Les commerces sont à 10mn en voiture. Le seul bémol est qu’il y a très souvent énormément de moustiques. Pensez donc à ramener vos crèmes et spray répulsifs. En final nous avons passé un superbe séjour.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2025
Siamo molto contenti che abbiate apprezzato la vostra vacanza! Speriamo di migliorare sempre e di potervi incontrare nuovamente!
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8/10 Good

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

Schöne Lage mit unverstelltem Blick auf die toskanische Landschaft

Sehr ruhig und angenehm. Interessante Städtchen / Städte von hier aus gut mit PKW, Florenz und Siena mit Zug, gut erreichbar. Der Pool lädt zum Entspannen ein.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2025
Grazie Karin per il tuo feedback. Siamo felici che abbiate apprezzato la vostra vacanza da noi!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabuleux !!

Gîte très bien situé pour découvrir la Toscane. Rossella et Stellio sont des hôtes très accueillants et chaleureux, tout en étant discrets. N’hésitez pas à découvrir le monde enchanteur construit par Stellio (il a tout créé de ses mains). Espace piscine très agréable avec une vue exceptionnelle
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2024
Siamo felici che abbiate apprezzato il vostro soggiorno e grazie per i complimenti!
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10/10 Excellent

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Super freundlicher Gastgeber

Die Gastgeber Familie sind immer hilfsbereit und haben uns viele Reise Tipps gegeben. Es war auch sehr schöne Gegend, Pool war fast ganze Zeit für uns alleine. Es passt sehr gut zu Familie mit Kindern, die Katzen, Hunde, Hühner, Taube und Natur lieben.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2024
thank you for your feedback, we are so happy that our guests will have a good memory of their holiday in our guest house!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Douceur et sérénité toscane

Magnifiques paysages, dans une ambiance authentique. Des hôtes accueillants, discrets et sympathiques. Pas de fioritures, juste nature!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2024
Merci Valérie! nous sommes heurex que vous avez trové notre logement accueillant. La Nature nous aide mais nous essaieront de faire encore mieux que possible pour nos clients!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Ruhe, Natur, Kultur in greifbarer Nähe, Relaxen im Pool, freundlicher Vermieter

Freundlicher Empfang schon am Eingangstor des weitläufigen, auf einem der herrlichen toskanischen Hügel gelegenen großen Anwesens durch Rosalia, die Frau des Besitzers. Von diesem Tor aus konnte man schon den ersten Blick auf das nahegelegene San Gimignano genießen. Die erste Woche unseres 3-Wöchigen Aufenthalts haben wir wegen sehr großer Hitze fast nur im Pool, den wir die ganze Zeit fast für uns allein hatten, und der schattigen ( aber nicht klimatisierten) Wohnung verbracht. Die Wohnung ist rustikal und mit Liebe fürs Detail ausgestattet. Nur könnte die Küche und der Warmwasserdurchlauferhitzer mal einer Generalüberholung unterzogen werden… Der Kontakt (auf Englisch und Italienisch) zu den Vermietern, die auch auf dem Grundstück wohnen, ist sehr offen und freundlich. Wir wurden auch mit Obst und Eiern vom Hof beschenkt. Außerdem wurde jede Woche für frische Handtücher und Bettwäsche gesorgt. Und die Lage des Anwesens für kulturelle Unternehmungen ist einfach toll! Wir sind mit dem Auto nach Siena wie nach Florenz ungefähr eine 3/4 Stunde gefahren, haben an der Peripherie geparkt und sind jeweils für 1,70€ pro Person mit Straßenbahn bzw Bus in die Stadt gefahren… Wir bedanken uns bei Rosalia und Stelio für eine wunderschöne Zeit und auch für alle Einblicke in die Besonderheiten ihres wunderschönen Anwesens!
Stayed 19 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2023
Wir freuen uns sehr, dass Sie Ihren Aufenthalt in Macinella genossen haben. Wir warten wieder auf Sie, wenn Sie Wiederkommen möchten. Wir freuen uns und werden stets versuchen, unser Angebot in einem Land, das wir mit Sorgfalt und Leidenschaft pflegen, zu verbessern. Vielen Dank. Thank you Anett and Andreas, We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay, we are working to always improve our offer. We look forward to seeing you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Etre au grand air et à proximité des sites à visiter

Souhaitions gérer nos moments de tranquillité et nos visites dans des sites touristiques. Nous avions comme programme, visiter les sites près de San Geminiano et jouir des moments de calme. Notre location se trouvait au milieu de grands espaces décorés de cyprès (image idyllique de Toscane) d'une piscine et d'endroits où s'isoler. Vue magnifique. Propriétaires très sympathiques.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Nous sommes heureux que vous ayez apprécié votre séjour dans notre location. Merci pour votre gentillesse et votre curiosité. Nous espérons, grâce à notre engagement, avoir réalisé votre idée de découvrir la Toscane et ses habitants!
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8/10 Good

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Ein ganz besonderer Platz inmitten einer wunderschönen Landschaft

Das ehemalige Landgut „Macinella“ wurde von den Vermietern besonders liebevoll und individuell gestaltet. Es ist sehr ruhig gelegen auf einem der unzähligen toskanischen Hügel. Sämtliche Ferienwohnungen haben einen eigenen Eingang und befinden sich in einer typisch toskanischen, alten Villa. Das riesige zur Villa gehörende Areal bietet reichlich Platz zum Spazieren, Flanieren und Erholen. Die sehr gepflegte Pool-Anlage ist großzügig angelegt und bietet auch einen wunderschönen Rundblick auf die mit unzähligen Zypressen gesäumte Landschaft. Nur wenige Meter vor dem Anwesen bietet sich auch ein weiterer herrlicher Ausblick in die weite Landschaft mit der Silhouette von San Gimignano. Wir haben 2 Wochen gebucht (Anfang Juni 2023). Unsere Ferienwohnung (Girasole 4 / Sunflower 4) war ebenerdig gelegen, mit einem kleinen Frühstücksplatz unter einer Rosenlaube von der aus sich ein schöner Blick in die Gartenanlage eröffnet. Die Erwartungen an die Wohnungseinrichtung sollten nicht zu hoch sein. Die Ausstattung war sehr einfach und ist leider schon etwas abgewohnt. Vor allem das Bad sollte einer baldigen Renovierung unterzogen werden, damit noch viele Gäste den außergewöhnlich schönen Platz „Macinella“ genießen können. Unbedingt hervorheben möchten wir die Vermieter. Stelio und Rosella sind ganz besonders liebe, hilfsbereite und herzliche Gastgeber an die wir uns sehr gerne zurückerinnern.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2023
We are very happy that the location was to your liking and that you had good memories of Macinella. Next season we intend to make improvements in the apartment that we had planned anyway but we thank you for the precious suggestion to make our guests' stay to the top. We apologize for the inconvenience and we hope you can come back to visit us to discover the latest updates always planned in Macinella!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Très agréable mais un peu rustique

Très bel accueil de Rossella et Stevio qui ont pris soin de nous. Endroit charmant, le site est magnifique. Pour l’accessibilité en fauteuil roulant, on nous avait donné les bonnes infos, pas de surprise de ce côté. Le gîte Girasole 4 a besoin de rénovation toutefois. Par ailleurs, piscine fraîchement rénovée, pour nous seuls !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2023
Nous sommes très heureux que vous ayez apprécié votre séjour dans notre établissement. Nous prendrons vos commentaires en considération pour améliorer de plus en plus nos appartements. Nous espérons que vous reviendrez pour découvrir les améliorations que nous avons apportées. Nous avons beaucoup de choses à faire dans nos 10 hectares et dans les nombreux appartements mais notre passion nous pousse à toujours aller de l'avant! We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay in our property. We will take your comments into great consideration to improve our apartments more and more. We hope you'll come back to check out the improvements we've made. We have many things to do in our 10 hectares and in the many apartments but our passion drives us to always go forward!
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