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Toskansk villa med panoramautsikt - nära Florens, Siena och Arezzo

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2 sovrum1 badrumSovplats för 4145 kvm

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Bucine (AR), Tuscany
  • Badia a Coltibuono
    ‪25 min med bil‬
  • Meleto slott
    ‪30 min med bil‬
  • Castello di Brolio
    ‪34 min med bil‬
  • Siena (SAY-Ampugnano)
    ‪55 min med bil‬

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2 sovrum (sovplats för 4)

Sovrum 1

1 kingsize-säng

Sovrum 2

2 enkelsängar

1 badrum

Badrum 1

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Om boendet

Toskansk villa med panoramautsikt - nära Florens, Siena och Arezzo

Rymlig och oberoende lägenhet på två våningar (= hela halvan av en traditionell toskansk villa!), med 2 privata ingångar (sover 4 + 1). Eget trädgårdsområde med 180 ° panoramautsikt [2 sovrum, 1 badrum, fullt utrustat kök, vardagsrum / matsal + sitt- / TV-rum]. Finns för korta hyresgäster, längre semester och sabbatiska vistelser. Min. stanna 4/5 nätter (progressiva RABATTER från och med 5: e natten). Idealiskt beläget för turism av alla slag, men också sabbaticals och kreativa retreat. Pendelavstånd från Florens (med bil eller tåg). Samtidigt som det ligger nära alla intressanta centra, är Casa Colonica lugnt beläget på en lantlig kulle, omgiven av vingårdar och olivlundar. För fler bilder av villan, trädgårdarna, utsikten och omgivningarna, samt information om regionen, se webbplats: poggiolotuscany [dot] com. ALLERGISENSITIV möbler och möten.
INUTI:
CASA COLONICA har renoverats med moderna bekvämligheter (inklusive Adsl WI-FI internet) och lyxdetaljer i alla rum: takbjälkar, traditionella möbler, originaltryck. Casa Colonica erbjuder charm, komfort och bekvämlighet.
- NEDSTAIRS är dagtid bostadshus med två välvda dörrar på vardera sidan och fönster som ger ut mot trädgården. Vardagsrummet har två dagbäddar och korgstolar av korgar, en SAT-TV + DVD och ett utlåningsbibliotek med fritidsläsning, guideböcker och kokböcker. Detta rum är översvämmat med solljus på eftermiddagen och är ett perfekt ställe att krulla upp och planera dina dagsturer, läsa eller njuta av ett glas vin. Nedervåningen har också ett fullt utrustat kök för att göra morgon espresso och öva dina toskanska matlagningsförmågor, eller värma upp gourmetpriset från en lokal "gastronomi". Du kommer att njuta av de traditionella skåparna i kastanjeträ och det takvalsade tegeltaket. Genom en stor öppen båge finns vardagsrummet / matsalen med ett stort bord för att sprida mat och kartor och korgstolar för att koppla av, läsa och njuta av en aperitif.
- övervåningen finns två stora sovrum med takbjälkar, antika garderober, skrivbord och stora fönster som ramar in utsikt över trädgårdarna och dalen i Arno. Det enorma badrummet (även med takbjälkar) har badkar / dusch, fönster mot trädgården ... och ett stort bomullsmattor för yogaövningar på morgonen!
- FÖR DIN BEKVINNANDE hittar du också en mikrovågsugn, diskmaskin och tvättmaskin för kläder, strykjärn och strykbräda. Kaffebryggare inkluderar: espressokrukor i olika storlekar, franska pressar och pappersfilter.
- Alla rum har stora fönster med utsikt. Huset har 60 cm tjocka väggar, vilket betyder att det är härligt svalt på sommaren och varmt under de kalla årstiderna. För extra komfort på sommaren finns fläktar i alla rum. Alla sovrum och badfönster har skärmar. Banister och barnport på trappan.
- UTANFÖR:
Utanför är ett utökat, rustikt trädgårdsområde med panoramautsikt över de böljande kullarna och vingårdarna i Valdarno. Både soliga och skuggiga områden. Missa inte hjorten som betar i åkrarna vid skymningen (ibland på trädgårdsbuskarna!). Trädgården har stora terrakottakrukor med blommor (i blom enligt årstid), ett bord med stolar för uteservering, solstolar och parasoll - missa inte att titta på de fantastiska solnedgångarna. Från Il Poggiolo kan du se Valdarno-dalen, Apennine-bergen, Sienes-kullarna och på en bra dag, hela vägen till Vallombrosa.
- Privat parkering på fastigheten.
- PLATS:
Gästerna uppskattar att Il Poggiolo ligger i lugnet på landsbygden men bekvämt nära Florens, Siena och Arezzo (30-45 minuters bilresa), liksom till de andra viktiga sevärdheterna i centrala Italien. Medan en bil är nödvändig för din vistelse, kan Florens centrum bekvämt nås med tåg från Montevarchi (gratis långtidsparkering) på bara 35 minuter, liksom ett antal andra destinationer som Arezzo, Pisa, Assisi, Cortona. .. det finns till och med direkt tåg till Rom! I närheten finns historiska platser (medeltida och renässansstäder, torn och slott). Missa inte de pittoreska byarna, nationalparker, termalbad och lite längre strandstränder. Simning i närheten i ett antal lokala pooler (10-15 minuters bilresa - pool / badhanddukar tillhandahålls i huset). Utmärkt vin och fina restauranger i området, såväl som informella by-trattorior och pizzeriaer. Många designerbutiker i närheten för kläder, skor, hushållsartiklar etc. Fantastiska lokala matmarknader. Il PoggioloTuscany är perfekt beläget för dagsutflykter till alla historiska attraktioner i Toscana, för sportentusiaster och gastronomisk turism, för familjesemestrar ... eller bara för att komma bort från allt.
- INGEN Husdjur & INGEN RÖKNING (inuti) - allergikontrollerad miljö.
- HUVUDDELAR:
Bekvämt läge för kulturturism, fina viner och gastronomiska känslor.
Tågtjänst till viktiga punkter av konst / historiskt intresse
Charmigt, bekvämt och rymligt boende.
Natursköna promenader och vandring (från mjuka sluttande grusvägar genom vingårdar till allvarliga bergsspår genom skogar)
Lokala marknader för lokala produkter (särskilt grönsaker och frukt, vin och olivolja).
Fantastiskt äta - från pizzasalonger till femstjärniga restauranger.
Stora designerbutiker och gallerior.
Privat parkeringsplats på fastigheten.
WI-FI, Sat TV, DVD
Barnport + trappstopp (inte vanligt i Toscana!)
Fritidsläsebibliotek och guideböcker, kartor.
Fläktar tillhandahålls på sommaren i alla rum (även om huset har 60 cm tjocka väggar och förblir härligt svalt!)
Skärmar på fönster.

NYCKELORD: Toscana, villauthyrning, toskansk turism, korta lägenheter, Sabbatical vistelser, smekmånad tillflyktsort, gastronomi, långsam matregion, lyxiga möten, fritidshus, semester i Italien, möblerade trädgårdar, panoramautsikt, inga husdjur tillåtna, allergikänsliga, hbt -vänlig. C

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Engelska, franska, tyska och italienska
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Kindly respect the "quiet" hours between 10 PM and 8 AM (11 PM and 7 AM in summer). In summer, siesta time (2-4 PM) is also a quiet time :-) 😴
Check-in between 14:00 and 20:00. PLEASE communicate your E.S.T. the DAY BEFORE your arrival.. Earlier/later to be negotiated 7 days before.
9 AM check-out may be required to permit cleaning in high summer or if other guests arriving on the same day.

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Boendets registreringsnummer IT051005C2JSUQYIPA

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Om området

Bucine

Denna villa ligger på landet i Bucine. San Pietro a Gropina och Porta senese är viktiga sevärdheter, och den som vill uppleva olika aktiviteter kan besöka Cantalici-vineriet och Badia a Coltibuono. Pretorska palača och Meleto slott är två andra rekommenderade platser att besöka. Upplev vattenäventyr som bad i närheten, eller prova på andra friluftsaktiviteter som cykelturer, bergsklättring och cykling.
Karta
Bucine (AR), Tuscany

I närheten

  • Cantalici-vineriet - 23 min med bil - 17.6 km
  • Badia a Coltibuono - 25 min med bil - 21.2 km
  • Meleto slott - 30 min med bil - 20.7 km
  • Castello di Brolio - 34 min med bil - 25.5 km
  • Castello di Albola - 35 min med bil - 32.3 km

Ta sig runt

  • Laterina station – 12 min med bil
  • Peretolas flygplats (FLR) - 54 min med bil

Restauranger

  • ‪Pizza Che Delizia SNC di Falsini Romina & Barbara - ‬6 min med bil
  • ‪La Rondine - ‬6 min med bil
  • ‪Tomato - ‬7 min med bil
  • ‪Ristorante Locanda Casariccio - ‬9 min med bil
  • ‪Stand Campo Vecchio - ‬7 min med bil

Vanliga frågor och svar

Är Toskansk villa med panoramautsikt - nära Florens, Siena och Arezzo husdjursvänligt?

Nej, husdjur är inte tillåtna på boendet.

Hur mycket kostar det att parkera vid Toskansk villa med panoramautsikt - nära Florens, Siena och Arezzo?

Vanlig parkering är gratis på det här boendet.

Vilka är incheckningstiderna för Toskansk villa med panoramautsikt - nära Florens, Siena och Arezzo?

Incheckning börjar 14.00.

Vilken utcheckningstid gäller för Toskansk villa med panoramautsikt - nära Florens, Siena och Arezzo?

Utcheckning sker senast klockan 10.00.

Var ligger Toskansk villa med panoramautsikt - nära Florens, Siena och Arezzo?

Denna familjevänliga villa på landet ligger 17,5 km från Cantalici-vineriet och 19 km från San Pietro a Gropina. Mindre än 25 km härifrån hittar du dessutom Porta senese och Pretorska palača.

Recensioner

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10/10

Renlighet

10/10

Bekvämligheter

10/10

Boendets skick och faciliteter

10/10

Hållbarhet

10/10

Incheckning

10/10

Kommunikation

9,8/10

Läge

10/10

Annonsens riktighet

Recensioner

10/10 Fantastiskt

Paul H.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Perfect for us!

Possibly best equipped holiday rental we've been to! Great location in countryside with wonderful views , yet very easy access to civilisation , Autostrada and railway station - Florence 40 mins by train! Sara is a great host helpful when needed and a mine of local information. In all we would heartily recommend it as a Tuscan base.
Bodde här 10 nätter i maj 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Jim Z.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Beautiful villa very well appointed and stock in good location.

My wife and I stayed in the Villa for 8 nights as we toured the villages of Tuscany. The Villa is in a great location with beautiful views allowing day trips by car to villages in the Tuscany Region. Sara our host was wonderful joining us one evening for aperto and providing information regarding villages, places of interest and restaurants. The villas is very well stocked with everything you need. We enjoyed the villa so much we ate dinner there most evenings. If you are looking for an authentic Tuscan Villa experience in a good location this is the villa to rent.
Bodde här 8 nätter i april 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Julian S., Delta, Canada

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Tuscan Arezzo area

We loved the seclusion of the property and enjoyed day trips to Arezzo, Cortona, Montevarchi and on the last day an ascent of the Pratomagno massif. The host was was very helpful and the villa was wonderfully equipped.
Bodde här 6 nätter i oktober 2023

10/10 Fantastiskt

Michelle

Gillade: Renlighet, bekvämligheter, boendets skick och faciliteter och kommunikation
I had the most incredible stay at the Il Poggiolo Tuscany property! Sara, Allen and daughter Kyra are the epitome of gracious hosts, and their warm welcome truly made my trip unforgettable. From the moment I arrived, I was captivated by the stunning views that surround this picturesque villa. The beauty of the Tuscan landscape is simply unparalleled, and it was a privilege to wake up to such a breathtaking sight each morning. The villa itself is not only impeccably clean but also steeped in culture and history. Every corner seemed to tell a story, and I felt like I was living in a piece of Italian heritage. It was like stepping back in time, but with all the modern comforts one could wish for. What really stood out was Sara’s thoughtful attention to detail. Her meticulously prepared binder was a treasure trove of insider tips, recommended places to visit, and a wealth of resources that went above and beyond any other accommodation I’ve experienced. It was like having a personal tour guide right at my fingertips!! I explored hidden gems and local spots that I would never have discovered without their recommendations. This property offers a true taste of the Tuscany region. The authenticity and genuine warmth of my hosts made me feel like I was part of the local community. Their passion for sharing their piece of paradise with guests shines through in every interaction. If you’re looking for an authentic Tuscan experience, look no further than Il Poggiolo. Sara, Allen and

10/10 Fantastiskt

Jennifer Z., Providence, Rhode Island, USA

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Beautiful home and view

Perfect Tuscan house in a great location with stunning views amid grape vines and olive trees. Wonderful host who has a beautiful home and has anticipated any needs. Great location to explore Florence, Siena and Tuscany.
Bodde här 14 nätter i september 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

Michael H.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Genauso wollten wir in der Toskana Ferien erleben

Alles hat wirklich reibungslos geklappt, die Anreise war durch die Standortbeschreibung problemlos möglich. Vor Ort hat nichts gefehlt. Ein Haus mit ganz viel Atmosphäre. Man geht einfach aus dem Haus und genießt die Landschaft. Rings herum gibt’s so viele Städte, die man als Tagesausflug besuchen kann. Herrlich. Würde wieder her kommen.
Bodde här 7 nätter i september 2022

8/10 Bra

Evelyn H.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Perfect vacation for us

Very kind hosts provided a nice and warm welcome. Both are always approachable and very helpful. Appartement/House perfectly matches expectations. Big garden with lots of shades, fantastic evening views. 100 % quiet day and night. A great starting point for city tours, food and wine available in the neighborhood. We plan to come again!
Bodde här 14 nätter i juli 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

Patrick R.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Great home base for Tuscany

From our base at Casa Colonica we were able to visit conveniently a number of marvelous Tuscan villages and towns, make road trips through the magical Tuscan countryside, drive out to al fresco restaurants overlooking vineyards, and enjoy a roomy, comfortable and cool (boy was it hot in Italy during our stay) place to stay. Enthusiastic Sara was very helpful in recommending in person and through her highlighted books and maps many possible pleasing destinations for our daily trips. We visited several of her favorites, and agreed with her evaluations for Arrezo, Lucignano, Gelateria Carabe', and others. While the closest towns, Levane and Bucine, lack charm they do have all the amenities a traveler requires, and we made use of the pasticceria in Bucine every day. Getting free still and sparkling water in Levane was fun and economical, so thanks for the tip, and the bottles, Sara. With the heat we found the need for rest cropped up more frequently than it did in our younger days, and Casa Colonica gave us the respite we longed for in a peaceful, bucolic setting on a hill with lovely views of the Tuscan countryside.
Bodde här 7 nätter i juni 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

Peter K.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Peaceful week in Tuscan paradise

We loved our stay at Il PoggioloTuscany! The Villa was perfectly appointed, the setting beautiful and the hosts Sara and Allen warm and hospitable. It is within 30 - 60 minute’s drive to almost anything you would want to see in Tuscany, and at the end of a touring day the villa was the perfect landing spot.
Bodde här 6 nätter i juni 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

Madeline K., USA

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

A Tuscan Treasure

This is an extraordinarily welcoming villa with a splendid view of gardens, mountains, vineyards and olive groves. The house is very comfortably furnished and beautifully decorated. The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals. We were greeted with a basket filled with coffee, tea, wine and snacks as well as an ample supply of bottled water. We had several quite warm days during our two week stay but the house, which has very thick walls, provided a pleasant and cool environment throughout even without using the air conditioning. Sara was an extremely gracious host. She offered great suggestions for shopping, dining and touring as well as helping us to set up our Covid tests with the local pharmacy prior to returning to the US. During our stay we made several day trips in the region, took lovely walks directly from the property and relaxed to the wonderful views.
Bodde här 14 nätter i maj 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

Erin C.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Gorgeous property and view, amazing host!

This was such a beautiful home and property! Everything was set up perfectly - the sun was hot, but the house stayed nice and cool, and there was plenty of shade and seating outside, so we never had to leave the view! Okay, we did leave a few times to visit the thermal baths, the lovely Siena, and the nearby Montevarchi, Levane and Bucine -- it's very easy to park the car in Montevarchi and hop on the train to some of the nearby cities if you don't want to do a lot of driving! At the end of the day, this was such a wonderful and peaceful place to come home to. Everything was set up perfectly and furnished so nicely - the kitchen has everything you need to cook, and there is plenty of indoor and outdoor space for dining. We also had to do a bit of work, and wifi was good for email and Zoom calls! Our host was wonderful and kind from the moment I booked the place. She had excellent recommendations, and made us welcome, comfortable and at home. This was an amazing stay, and I would 100% recommend to family and friends - I am counting the days until I can return! I am in Florence now, which is wonderful, but I have to say, I am missing the peacefulness and the beauty of the Tuscan hills!
Bodde här 7 nätter i maj 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

Dirk Jan F.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

A perfect base to explore and discover Tuscany

Sara provided a carefree holidayhome. The house was very well equipped. Sara literally thought of everything you will need and beyond that. We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful authentic tuscan house. A real atmospheric house, with a large garden and a nice view over the hills. There are also lots of books with a wealth of information about Tuscany and things to do. Sara was very friendly and helpful. Thank you for an unforgettable time in Tuscany.
Bodde här 13 nätter i april 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

Katrin E.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Wunderbare Gegend,Ruhe,Unterkunft und Gastgeber sehr empfehlenswert!

Kurz und gut Wir verlebten einen sehr angenehmen und erholsamen Urlaub.Es hat alles gepasst-sehr saubere Unterkunft,geschmackvolle Einrichtung,sehr sauber,alles vorhanden,was man braucht ....sehr angenehme,unaufdringliche,freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeber Sara und Allan-kommen gerne wieder!!Danke,Sara und Allen!! Herzliche Grüße aus Germany!! Katrin and family
Bodde här 14 nätter i augusti 2021

10/10 Fantastiskt

richard v.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Beautiful house and view, and particularly nice people.

We had a wonderful time, in the charming house of Sara and Allen. The view from the house is just magic. It is well located for visiting Tuscany, in a quiet place but nearby wonderful cities. The beautiful house is equipped with all comforts (including mosquito nets) and can stay nice and cool when it gets hot outside. Sara and Allen are particularly nice people! They are very hospitable and friendly! We can't but warmly recommend this accommodation!
Bodde här 7 nätter i augusti 2019

10/10 Fantastiskt

Tj

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

The owner’s are as awesome as the place!

The house had everything you could possibly need with a welcome basket to get you started. It had a feeling of a “home” rather than a house. The owners are great too. Sad to leave. S & T from CA

10/10 Fantastiskt

Ian H.

A serene and peaceful retreat in the Tuscan hills

With stunning views over hills and valleys in central Tuscany this wonderful villa surpassed our expectations. Our hosts Sara and Allen were very pleasant and helpful with advice on local restaurants,activities,walks,transport to all those wonderful Tuscan Towns and Cities. To be able to visit the attractions of Florence,Siena.Arrezzo,etc,etc for the day and be back in the serenity of this quite cool and well appointed villa in the evenings to watch a spectacular sunset with a glass of wine are lifelong memories.We have no hesitation in recommending this Villa to prospective visitors. We will be back!
Bodde här 11 nätter i juni 2018
Recensionen skickades in före 2018 och har inte verifierats.

10/10 Fantastiskt

Stan K., Campbell Hall, NY

A Fantastic Tuscan Vacation

Casa Colonica was everything my wife and I fantasized about for a vacation to Tuscany.It is ideally situated for day jaunts to innumerable beautiful and historic towns and villages. Florence is only 40 min by car (a must for this area) or a train from the nearby town of Montevarchi. The apartment is on two floors in a large yellow house on top of a secluded Tuscan hill with beautiful views down to the countryside. My favorite view from inside the house was looking out of a small iron-grated window halfway down the stairs from the bedrooms. The window frames a typical Tuscan prospective of steep hills and a small vineyard and hill-top castle. It is reminded me of a Renaissance painting. The thick walls and high ceilings kept the rooms cool as long as the shutters were closed during the day to block the sun. While there was no air conditioning and the weather was unusually hot for June, we slept well on very comfortable beds with cool cross breezes helped by floor fans in each room. The ample sized rooms are uncluttered and beautifully furnished with solid, well-crafted cabinets and furniture. The kitchen is large with a gas stove and very well stocked for cooking. The appliances were in excellent shape. (Although with the abundance of delicious and reasonably priced restaurants in the towns and villages nearby, we did little cooking other than simple breakfasts). Water-pressure is very good and plenty of hot water. Sara our host and her husband Allen were very friendly, informative and accommodating, helpful but in no way intrusive. Sara is an American who has lived in Italy for many years and Allen is a native Florentine who speaks flawless English. The rental cost, we felt, was very reasonable considering the quality of the accommodations. With the favorable Euro/dollar exchange when we went, it was a bargain. Overall Casa Colonica was the ideal house for an ideal vacation and we look forward to returning.
Recensionen skickades in före 2018 och har inte verifierats.

10/10 Fantastiskt

Off The Beaten Path

This was our third visit to Il Poggiolo which continued to make us feel at home in the beautiful hills of Tuscany. Sara and Allen are warm and welcoming hosts--the house is very comfortable and well equipped--a lovely basket of Italian goodies was waiting for us when we arrived--we loved eating dinner outdoors where we had a great view of the countryside at sunset. There are a lot of beautiful villages to visit and cultural sites to explore.
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10/10 Fantastiskt

Jonathan D.

Bliss in Tuscany

My wife I enjoyed 5 glorious nights in the heart of Tuscany in August 2015. Some highlights for us: 1. The tomatoes, grapes, apples, peaches and pears were all in peak season 2. We were about an hour away from everywhere we wanted to go (Siena, Florence) but on a couple of the days we didn't go anywhere - we just wanted to be quiet and relaxed 3. We ran all through the countryside on dirt roads, up to a tower, through vineyards, it was nothing short of magical 4. Sara and Allen were welcoming and incredible: a stocked kitchen awaited us, linens that smelled like they had been dried in a summer breeze, the house spotless 5. There was a great community library that we took advantage of in the house and a bunch of board games too 6. The local grocery store was huge and had fantastic selections so we didn't eat out except for once during our 6 days - we chose to go "home" and eat there It was everything we hoped that Tuscany would be. Added bonus: even though it was high 30's outside the house stayed cool and breeze without air conditioning.
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10/10 Fantastiskt

Angela Z., Montréal, Canada

La dolce vita!!!

Nous avons beaucoup apprécié l’accueil et le grand sens de l’hospitalité de Sara et Allan. Ce sont des hôtes disponibles et avec plein de petites attentions (beau panier d’accueil, invitation à un 5 à 7 à leur domicile et à se joindre à une fête de village). Nous avons trouvé fort intéressant d’échanger avec eux. Ils ont su nous faire partager leur passion de l’histoire et de la culture italienne. La Casa Colonica , où nous avons séjourné, est une vielle maison de campagne qui a été restaurée. Elle est spacieuse, bien entretenue et très confortable. La cuisine est particulièrement bien équipée. Elle est située entre les montagnes des Apennins et celles du Chianti. Le paysage extérieur est enchanteur. Les couchers de soleil sont superbes. En dépit de l’absence de climatisation, la maison reste fraîche l’été en raison de ses murs de pierres et du vent provenant des montagnes. Elle est située à proximité des régions de Sienne, Florence, Arezzo, Chianti... Toutefois, il faut savoir que les routes sinueuses rendent les temps de déplacement plus long notamment en suivant les indications des GPS. La gare de Montevarchi est une alternative intéressante et à proximité pour accéder aux principales villes. Aucun doute que les amateurs de la campagne Toscane y trouveront un lieu merveilleux de vacances.
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10/10 Fantastiskt

Two Wonderful Weeks

This was our second stay at Il Poggiolo and it felt like coming home. The villa was perfect, Sara and Allen are friendly and helpful and the location is an easy ride to major tourist destinations. It also allows you to visit the small and charming Tuscan hill towns that are less well known. It is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the Tuscan lifestyle. We look forward to our next visit.
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10/10 Fantastiskt

valerie h., United States

FANTASTIC experience in villa in Tuscany

I booked this villa 8 mos prior to our trip and had been in contact w/the owner numerous times. Sara was so very helpful before the trip and during the trip in regards to travel, distance, restaurants, town, etc. Upon arriving, Il Poggiolo was more than we could have expected. It was private, landscaped nicely w/a hammock that one could relax in while taking in the views. The views, WOW - we live in the mountains; but this was panoramic views of the mountains, vineyards, olive groves, a villa in the distance. This was a WONDERFUL experience and Sara helped to make it so. Thanks again, Sara!!
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10/10 Fantastiskt

Wonderful Place to Stay!

We just returned from a two-week stay at Il Poggiolo and it was perfect in every way! The owners welcomed us with a lovely basket of local products. The entire house was spotless and everything we could possibly need for cooking, relaxing, and enjoying our stay was provided. The rooms are spacious and furnished in an authentic Tuscan style. The location of the house is convenient to the Autostrada (but don't worry- you won't know you're anywhere near it!) We easily travelled to all the highlights of the region including Siena, Florence, Orvieto, San Gimignano, Arezzo, and Volterra. The views were breathtaking from our outdoor benches -- the sunset is spectacular. Best of all Sara and Alan were so helpful as we planned each day, giving us suggestions and information based on their years of experience in the region. We could not have asked for better hosts or a more perfect place to stay.
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10/10 Fantastiskt

Charles & Dorothy N., Coventry, RI

A Lovely Apartment in Tuscany

Casa Colonica is a warm, inviting setting on a little hill with easy access to tiny villages and historic art centers. It is spacious, has gorgeous views, and fascinating details within the house. Sara provided all the information necessary to locate it, and was completely accommodating when we needed some assistance or guidance. Since we "brought rain" during our stay we could not always enjoy the wonderful sitting areas outside - there are lawn chairs, benches, a table and umbrella for shade. The house has beautiful, large windows, and the kitchen is completely equipped for cooking all that fresh market produce found in the co-ops and markets. Sara also thoughtfully provided a large basket full of food items for that first night, morning breakfast and later snacking. It was hard to leave, especially after nearly 2 weeks where we really felt "at home".
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10/10 Fantastiskt

Great Tuscany Living

This was our first time to Tuscany and Casa Colonica was perfect for us (family of 5) and we would definitely stay there again. The views were beautiful, the setting was peaceful yet you are only a few minutes drive from town. We used it as a base for our day tripping which worked perfectly. The house itself was well equipped with everything we needed. Be sure to touch base with Sarah and Alan at the beginning of your stay for great ideas about the region and time/money saving tips.

Om värden

Il Poggiolo Tuscany är värd

Värdens profilbild
In 1994 Allen and I bought the property we had been renting for over 10 years. The reasons why we ended up in Tuscany, on a hilltop in the Valdarno, are totally serendipitous and entirely too long to go into here. But we did it, and lived in happy nonchalance, raising our daughter and commuting to work in Florence until the economic crunch began to make itself felt. In 2005 we had the belated realization that this property had better help maintain itself, otherwise we would find it very difficult to keep up the land and buildings after we retired. I kept buying lottery tickets with blind faith, but in the meantime we bit the bullet, hocked our souls to the Montevarchi bank, and decided to carry out a dream: to renovate the autonomous part of the villa once occupied by Allen's mother. We now rent this charming, semi-detached house to help with the never-ending upkeep of the property.

Varför värden valde detta boende

Tuscany is not only a tourist mecca, but the climate is better than London and Paris (where we lived before). Florence is within an easy commute, so it is possible to live in gorgeous countryside and work in the city. The people in this area are wonderful. In fact, the Tuscans are the main reason why my husband and I opted to stay in Italy, to buy the family property and make a life here. When Allen's mother moved to the Italian Riviera, the dowager apartments in the 'Casa Colonica' were used on and off by friends and family until we decided to restore them for vacation rentals. We have been very fortunate with having marvelous guests, many of whom have become family friends. We are grateful to Home Away/VRBO for having been such good intermediaries for Il Poggiolo!

Vad som gör detta boende unikt

Why the Casa Colonica at il Poggiolo Tuscany is special:
1. PERFECT LOCATION: Il Poggiolo is within easy reach of the major Tuscan sites of interest, so it is ideal for day trips. At the same time, you have the calm of the countryside and vibrant sunsets over the Chianti hills. For both gastronomy and shopping, the Valdarno is scattered with small towns and villages, offers excellent wineries and restaurants, and hosts a number of designer outlets (the Prada outlet is a 5 minute drive from Il Poggiolo).
2. LUXURY OF SPACE : The Casa Colonica has the advantage of spacious quarters and far more rooms than usual with vacation rentals. This can make all the difference when travelling with friends or family, In addition, the scenic garden is yet an extra space for all, for sunning in lounge chairs, reading in the shade of the evergreen oaks, or dining al fresco.
3. A REAL HOME: The Casa Colonica offers you the advantages of a real home, with all the conveniences and more beside. There is free parking on site, the gardens are comfortably furnished, inside there is a flatscreen SAT-TV, DVD player, and fast WI-FI. Bedrooms have extra pillows, cozy blankets and quilts for cool nights and AC for warm weather. If you think anything is missing, please let us know !!
4. EXPERIENCE of LOCAL HOSTS: You have complete autonomy and privacy, but if you would like to have any advice about restaurants or places to see that are off the usual tourist itinerary, just ask your hosts! You will not see your hosts unless you wish to, but having someone on hand to help with fine-tuning the details of a stay (or in an emergency) can be useful.

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