Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4753 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Explore the area

Siena, Toscana

Siena Cathedral10 min drive
Piazza del Campo10 min drive
Palazzo Pubblico15 min drive
Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)108 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Double bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Twin bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom ground floor

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom sleeping area

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Borgo la Chiusa has 3 independent units: 2 semi-detached houses (Legnaia and Porcilaia) and 1 independent villa (Fienile):

PORCILAIA (sleeps 4) this unit
LEGNAIA (sleeps 8) https://www.homeaway.co.uk/p8669997
FIENILE (sleeps 10) https://www.homeaway.co.uk/p8669998

Borgo la Chiusa was part of an ancient convent just outside the walls of Siena, offering guests wonderful views, peaceful environment and one independent villa and two deliciously restored to detached houses with Siena terracotta floors, stone walls, beamed ceilings and very beautiful finishing touches.

Porcilaia, whose name means pigsty, was converted from the original pigsty of Borgo la Chiusa, part of an ancient convent.

The house sits on the left side of the property and is accessed from a welcoming terraced patio at the front of the house.

Porcilaia is endowed with an open living area, cleverly organised to fit a comfortable sofa and armchairs, a modern kitchen and dining area.

The double bedroom and the twin bedroom sit on the back portion of the house, overlooking the beautiful paved backyard ideal for breakfast in the morning!

Two full bathrooms with shower, one next to the living room and the other next to the double, in the sleeping area.

The outside offers a well kept private garden and a lovely patio equipped with table, chairs, loungers, BBQ and umbrellas for outside eating and relaxing.

Property manager

Mr Simone Veneziano

Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 17

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Steps to the bedrooms area

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings

Please ask before booking

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

The remaining balance and the refundable damage deposit of 200 Euro are due in cash on arrival.

Stay/Tourism Tax is charged 2 Euro per person per night, does not apply to children under 12 years old and is due in cash on arrival.

GPL consumption for the heating is charged on a meter at 5 Euro per cubic metre, due in cash at the end of the stay (average daily consumption 3 m³)

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4

Note from host: Please ask before booking

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Siena

Located in Siena, this holiday home is in a rural area. Casalvento's Wines and Terra di Seta are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Basso Merse Nature Reserve and Val di Merse. Travelling with kids? Consider Frateria di Padre Eligio and Fisiocritici Onlus Academy Natural History Museum. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like mountain biking, mountain climbing and horse riding nearby.

Siena, Toscana

What's nearby

Siena Cathedral - 10 min drive
Piazza del Campo - 10 min drive
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena - 11 min drive
University of Siena - 15 min drive
Palazzo Pubblico - 15 min drive

Getting around

Monteriggioni Badesse Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

Bar Pasticceria Nannini - 8 min drive
La Compagnia - 6 min drive
Da Michele - 7 min drive
Pizzeria La Colonna di Burroni Francesco - 7 min drive
Casa del Caffè - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany located?

This family-friendly Siena holiday home is located in a rural location, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Val di Merse, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Siena Cathedral and Piazza del Campo. Enoteca Italiana and Museo dell'Opera del Duomo are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

27 April 2024

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

Just what we needed.

My sister and I had a wonderful time here. It was just what we needed at the end of a long day traveling around Tuscany. Francesca gave us much information about the Coop, places to park and restaurants. We loved the patio on the villa. It was so nice and private. We would definitely come back here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randi M.

18 October 2023

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

Amazing place to stay! Would highly recommend!!

We were so impressed with the villa. It was even better than we had expected. It was so charming, clean and in perfect shape. The area was so quaint and picturesque. The location was perfect and easy to get to so many other towns to tour around. We would highly recommend it to anyone looking for the perfect Tuscan experience. Francesca, our host, made everything very easy for us.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

DONNA F H.

3 October 2023

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

Borga la Chiusa

We loved our stay at Borga La Chiusa. The ambiance of the house was very Italian but yet with modern amenities. It was very enjoyable visiting Siena and the whole Tuscan area. The property also had a beautiful pool.

Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

15 July 2023

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

Perfect for a Toscany holiday

Sehr schöne Location mit tollem Pool - ideal als Ausgangspunkt für einen Toskana-Urlaub

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Volker S.

20 May 2023

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

Sehr schöne Unterkunft

Super Lage für Erkundung der Toskana.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mr Simone Veneziano

Why they chose this property

Porcilaia is the ideal base for taking both short and long breaks. Its key position, only 5 minutes drive from Siena, allow guests to enjoy all the fascinating city has to offer without giving up on peace and privacy only a country home can guarantee.

What makes this property unique

A break at Porcilaia at Borgo la Chiusa is ideal for taking a language course, enjoying the Palio of Siena, taking wine tasting tours, making cooking lessons all of which we can organize for you.

The outside of each house offers a well kept garden, a lovely patio with table, chairs and BBQ for outside eating and relaxing.