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Podere le Monache - entire house in the tuscan hillside with spectacular view

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A building with stone walls and arched windows, surrounded by trees and shrubs.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
8 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Iano, Toscana
  • Place, Monastery of San Vivaldo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Castelfalfi Golf Course
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, San Gimignano Communal Palace
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Double Sofa Bed

7 bathrooms

Monache 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Monache 1

Toilet · Shower only

Monache 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Monache 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Monache 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Monache 4

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Monache 4

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Podere le Monache - entire house in the tuscan hillside with spectacular view

Podere Le Monache set on a hillside dominates one of the most picturesque and spectacular landscapes in Tuscany. With distant views over hills, out to sea towards Livorno and Pisa. Originally a convent wrapped in history Le Monache has a magical and spiritual atmosphere. Whether you are lazing by the pool or strolling in the olive grove or simply relaxing in your apartment you are in another world. Restored and converted from a farmhouse into four charming ground floor apartments. Perfect for small or large family vacation rental.
Great care has been taken to restore all of the original features, including vaulted ceilings, an open fireplace, and beamed ceilings. Meanwhile, all the modern conveniences have been incorporated.
Each apartment is self-contained; and each has its own entrance. Each apartment offers a terra-cotta patio and outdoor furniture.
Laundry room with washing machine for use of the guests.
Central Heating and aircondtioning in all apartments, consumption not included in the price, it is paid at the end of your stay if used.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Ask owner
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
There is a fee of €80.00 per week for pet dog.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
*FULLY REFUNDABLE VOUCHER, if you have to cancel the booking after the refundable period we will give a voucher which you can use at another time.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number IT048027B4NM24FZ6Y
Property # 8524880
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
This property accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: ask owner
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

About the area

Montaione

Located in Montaione, this holiday home is in a rural area. Sant'Agostino Church and Rocca of Montestaffoli are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Castelvecchio Natural Reserve and Balze di Volterra. Travelling with kids? Consider Peccioli Prehistoric Park and The SottoVico Garden. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hunting and horse riding nearby.
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Iano, Toscana

What's nearby

  • Monastery of San Vivaldo - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Castelfalfi Golf Course - 13 min drive - 10.3 km
  • San Gimignano Communal Palace - 22 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Piazza Duomo - 22 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Medieval Criminal and Torture Museum - 23 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Granaiolo Station - 25 min drive
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Centrale - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Beltempo - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante "Il Castagno" - Gambassi Terme (FI) - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Osteria San Vivaldo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Agriturismo Diacceroni - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Podere le Monache - entire house in the tuscan hillside with spectacular view have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Podere le Monache - entire house in the tuscan hillside with spectacular view pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Podere le Monache - entire house in the tuscan hillside with spectacular view?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Podere le Monache - entire house in the tuscan hillside with spectacular view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Podere le Monache - entire house in the tuscan hillside with spectacular view?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Podere le Monache - entire house in the tuscan hillside with spectacular view located?

This family-friendly Montaione holiday home is located in a rural location, 2 mi (3.2 km) from Monastery of San Vivaldo, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Castelfalfi Golf Course and Pieve di Santa Maria a Chianni. Castelvecchio Natural Reserve and Balze di Volterra are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

Charming and Relaxing

With the apartment, it was set up with friends that also had their own Privacy. Remote location but enjoyed in the evening after a busy day. The property is clean and comfortable. Our host was attentive to our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

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

Family Vacation

We enjoyed our stay at the Tuscany Farmhouse. The host Liliana was very helpful with all my questions. The house was perfect for us since it was 4 apartments. The pool is shared, but we were the only ones there for the week so it was all ours. It was perfect for our grandchildren after a day of sightseeing. The only challenge is the driveway and parking. We had a van since there were 7 of us and we ended up with car damage. There is a parking lot directly across from the house that I wish I would have known about before we arrived. I would highly recommend parking there when you arrive and take a look at the driveway. The town is wonderful and we ate at the restaurant 3 times.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul, 2023
Thank you for choosing our house Suzie you were amazing guests, all the best to you and all your family.
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10/10 Excellent

Eva K.

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

Tolle Woche

Wir hatten eine schöne Woche mit der Familie! Der eigene Pool war der Hit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2023
Thank you again for choosing Podere Le Monache Eva, happy to know you enjoyed your stay and loved the swimming pool. Your were the perfect guests. All the best to you and your family Liliana
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8/10 Good

Peggy M.

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

Locals & hospitality was fantastic

The location was fantastic…It definitely gave you a feeling of Tuscany living with the view & property atmosphere….made so many beautiful memories with family & friends.
Stayed 26 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Ulla L.

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

Drömställe i Iano😀👍

Ett helt fantastiskt hus att bo i om man som vi skulle fira min mans 75 årsdag! Vi var 11 vuxna o 5 barn så vi hyrde alla 4 lägenheterna o kunde ändå vara tillsammans o äta perfekt! Fantastisk trädgård med stor pool där vi var mycket! Ägarna var hjälpsamma o trevliga tog emot oss när vi kom! Trevlig trädgårdsmästare som kom varje dag! Liten affär tvärs över gatan o restaurang med god mat! Nära till många sevärdheter! Vi var där två fantastiska veckor! Rekommenderar verkligen detta för familjesamvaro! Ulla o Lasse med familj från sverige
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Karin M.

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

Beautiful Villa in tiny hamlet of Iano, close to many Tuscany sights

Lovely property with incredible views. Everything you need for a property close to all Tuscany has to offer. Property management very responsive and quick to deal with questions or issues. 2 places to eat and a mini mart out back gate of Villa. Villa offers stocked pantry on property. Also had fresh organic produce available to us during our stay. Massimo, the ground keeper, was there every day and helped with anything we needed. Internet worked great. Apartments clean and comfortable. It was very very hot during our stay. No air conditioning at property at this time but fans provided. Mosquitoes were pesky. Overall wonderful experience for all.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019
Archival

8/10 Good

Tuscany villa

The villa was better than we expected and there was plenty of room for all of us. We found the hospitality excellent and all the little extras provided such as the farm produce, the well stocked farm shop and the little things like sparkling and still drinking water on tap just made it all the more enjoyable. Nothing was a problem and our hostess was very helpful with local knowledge when we wanted information regarding getting somewhere. We found the surrounding area very interesting with easy access to some well known tourist destinations. Our best day was probably when we helped with the grape harvest and then were invited to share their post harvest lunch. Being farmers ourselves, we found we had plenty in common. The wonderful old villa was very clean and well cared for with everything we needed for a two week stay. We found the local restaurants quite good. Being a family of 9 we mostly used the well stocked local supermarket in Montaione and cooked for ourselves. I would definitely recommend this villa to anyone wanting to experience life in rural Tuscany.

About the host

Hosted by Diana Riva

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I live between Surrey, UK and Italy, I love the peace and quiet of the countryside in our area and the closeness to the historical towns where I drive to in less than 30 minutes. The summer evenings in San Gimignano and close by villages listing to music having amazing Gelato, brousing in the Art Galleries or just sitting on my patio watching the sky for a falling stars! This I love to share with my guests...

Why they chose this property

Perfect location to visit all the major Cities in Tuscany we are situated in the cultural heart of Tuscany, one hour from Florence, Siena and Pisa, the historical towns of San Gimignano, Volterra, Certaldo, San Miniato are less than 30 minutes from the house. We are a self - catering accommodation ideal for a group holiday in the historical and cultural heart of Tuscany. Conveniently situated in a small village with restaurants, mini market and cafe/bar all at our door step.
Beautiful setting with spectacular views beautiful gardens and swimming pool recommended choise for a memorable occasion.

What makes this property unique

Dating back to the 11th century beautifully restored retaining the original features . Ideal choise for family gatherings or small group holiday, with restaurant, small coffee bar, village deli shop and church walking distance.
Swimming pool with magnificent views, footpaths starting from the house. Stables are a five minute drive from the house. Castelfalfi Resort with Advanture Park and golf course is less than 10 minutes away by car. A quiet place for a peaceful relaxing holiday.

Languages:

English, French, German, Italian
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