Harriet's Villa is in a good location for exploring a less touristy and charming part of Tuscany. Nonetheless we were disappointed and felt the villa didn't live up to the potential or the listing. It has incredible potential but my Italian friends kept describing it as "lasciata andare" or let go, not maintained.
Pros: amazing panorama, location, lots of rooms, lots of games to keep us busy, house stayed cool (except large master suite) during the hottest week of the summer, good communal eating areas, nice welcome pack of food. Pool is a good size and deep at one end
Cons:
Exterior: The gazebo had been damaged in a storm, which happens, but there was no umbrella or covering to replace it. We had partially picked this house for that feature. The outdoor shower and irrigation system didn't work so the lawns were dried out. Due to the lack of moisture and uncured brush there was an incredible quantity of insects that made time outside less enjoyable. The pool didn't have a self-cleaning system and required maintenance by us to remove dead bugs, leaves, etc each day.
Interior:
The house is rustic and charming but in many areas incredibly dusty. The paint on the walls is chipping or damaged in some rooms. The mattresses and pillows were okay but not great.