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Enofila

Enofila

Dan's visit

I visited this little wine estate in May 2021 so we have no reviews yet - these are my impressions. As always, my main focus on a first visit is on the owners and the caretakers - they will be the people looking after you when you visit so much rests on their shoulders. I met both caretakers and the owner, they couldn't have been more charming so I'm confident you'll be well looked after here. The estate has 8 apartments, we have listed three to start with, our favourites. This one, the "Wine Lover" has disabled facilities so I thought it would be a great addition.

The buildings are surrounded by vineyards that are run by the little estate, producing their own wine. THe swimming pool is set higher up the hill than the buildings so you get great views across the Arno valley towards the Chianti hills. You can walk - or drive - down to the local train station and get into the centre of Florence in under 30 minutes, which is a lovely way to explore the city and then come back to your pool and spacious apartment.

Dan Wrightson staying in The Wine Lover. May 2021
Ambra

Ambra

Top notch place.

Very charming and great for everyone. Francesco is very kind and takes care of his guests. Excellent!

Absolutely great place! Such a nice historical house with, which has been greatly renovated! It keeps a very charming atmosphere! You feel the place is very special. Francesco and his family maintain the property at the highest level. Swimming pool is another highlight and a view on San Miniato castle from the pool creates top experience!

Petr and family staying in Ambra. Aug 2023
Via della Colonna

Via della Colonna

Perfetto!

The apartment was wonderful! It's in a wonderful location. An easy walk to everything, yet enough on the outskirts to be quiet at night. It's on the second floor and there is a mini elevator for when you have luggage. And Invitation to Tuscany was so helpful and always immediately available if I had a question.

Tracy, US staying in Via della Colonna. Oct 2024
Via della Colonna

Via della Colonna

Perfect for our stay in Florence

My husband and I were so pleased with this property! Very comfortable bed, modern bathroom, well equipped kitchen, and luxurious sitting room made this apartment perfect for our stay in Florence. We were able to walk everywhere and highly recommend this property!

Linda, US staying in Via della Colonna. Oct 2024
Via della Colonna

Via della Colonna

Gorgeous apartment for two in the historic centre of Florence

Spacious and beautifully furnished apartment on a quiet street in the hear of Florence. We could walk to everything. The hostess was knowledgeable and helpful and provided recommendations on shopping and restaurants. We would definitely stay here again when we return to Florence.

Allisa staying in Via della Colonna. Sep 2024
Via della Colonna

Via della Colonna

Perfect!

Sue's apartment was absolutely perfect! The flat was immaculately clean and well stocked with everything we needed for a wonderful stay in her beautifully renovated place that is a perfect combination of modern amenities and Italian charm. Sue was so friendly and knowledgeable and give us lots of ideas for things to do and see during our stay in Florence. The apartment was in a great location that was very close to all of the major sites but not too busy. We were definitely recommend staying here. We were sad to leave!!

Mellanie, Canada staying in Via della Colonna. Sep 2024
Via della Colonna

Via della Colonna

We spent a wonderful 6 nights at Via della Colonna.

Susan, the delightful owner of the apartment, was at the door to greet us with a smile and reassurance. The apartment is very well equipped and very comfortable, everything works well and is well maintained. Situated in the city centre sights, museums and restaurants are all an easy walk away. It is a perfect base from which to explore Florence.

Karen from Denmark staying in Via della Colonna. May 2024
Via della Colonna

Via della Colonna

Excellent apartment in Central Florence

We very much enjoyed our few days (early May) in the Colonna apartment. It is a beautiful and very comfortable apartment in a central but not crowded part of the old city. The owner, Susan, was extremely friendly and helpful and her recommendations for restaurants were spot-on - especially nearby Trattoria Acquacotta. We were able to walk to all the sites we wanted to visit within a maximum of 15 to 20 minutes. The apartment is on a reasonably busy road but, miraculously, the traffic seemed to vanish by late evening and it was very quiet overnight. We have been to Florence before on a couple of occasions and so avoided the half dozen major tourist destinations, like the Uffizi. The second tier sites we visited were all virtually empty. We wouldn't hesitate to stay in the apartment again if we were to revisit Florence but the crowds, even in early May, around the major sites and surrounding streets are really off putting.

Trevor from UK staying in Via della Colonna. May 2024
Via della Colonna

Via della Colonna

Wonderful Host

Wonderful host who was here to great me. Very central location. I will surely recommend this flat. Very homey, not at all touristy.

Linda-Marie from Denmark staying in Via della Colonna. Jan 2024
Via della Colonna

Via della Colonna

Sue made our stay personal

Our stay at Via della Colonna was fabulous. Everything was better than promised. And Sue made our stay personal…like family. We shall return.

T.G. from US staying in Via della Colonna. Oct 2023
Via della Colonna

Via della Colonna

We highly recommend staying here

We throughly enjoyed meeting Sue and wished we had had more time to spend with her. Her recommendations from neighborhood restaurant dining options to sights to see off the beaten path were superb. Her lovely apartment is conveniently located and is furnished and equipped with everything one could possibly need. We highly recommend staying here.

Pamela & Henry (USA) staying in Via della Colonna. Apr 2023
Via della Colonna

Via della Colonna

Beautiful property ideally situated

The flat was elegant and comfortable; we felt that every item had been carefully selected to add to the overall effect. The location was ideal for viewing the sights of Florence - the art, the buildings, the shops… We were close to the Duomo and within easy walking reach of the Arno and the Ponte Vecchio. The choice of restaurants and cafes was amazing! We had a really enjoyable few days and hope to return to this property at some point - we relished the feeling that we were actually living in this beautiful city for a few days!

Mark staying in Via della Colonna. Feb 2023
Via della Colonna

Via della Colonna

Perfectly located for the sights of Florence

This is a beautifully presented apartment perfectly located for the sights of Florence. The rooms have been carefully furnished with comfortable furniture and pretty pictures and ornaments. It is spacious and has wonderfully efficient aircon.

Local buses can get you to the railway station, the airport and Fiesole very easily. It is just a stroll into the city centre. Nearby there is a very friendly cafe for breakfast and just a bit further away are local restaurants (including a mobile van for local tripe sandwiches - I dodged this local delicacy).

The host is a very helpful and recommends places to see, and to eat at. I will return.

Max staying in Via della Colonna. Jun 2022
Vallevista

Vallevista

One of the best Locations

Having visited Tuscany for many years now Vallevista is by far the best located for my preference. Not overlooked at all and with stunning views. Tredozio is the local village which has everything you need, with very friendly people - look out for the Feste in August too!

Justin & family, UK staying in Vallevista. Aug 2023
Vallevista

Vallevista

Perfectly cooked, seasoned Tuscan Joy

Vallevista provides a luxury, discreet and quiet home from home experience, nestled among sunflowers, European Oak and Italian Cypress trees. We found the views stunning, night skies wonderful, pool always kept clean and a perfect size for a family of five. Able to charge our car overnight. Maria Teresa, the owner of the estate, always on hand to help. A perfect holiday in a great location with everything on doorstep - even Venice for a day trip. A very special find.

Ben and family staying in Vallevista. Jul 2022
Villa Alessandro

Villa Alessandro

Stunning views

We absolutely loved Italy and the children had a wonderful time. They especially loved the large swimming pool. The pool and surrounding countryside were stunning! Thanks again for all your help in making it such a smooth process.

Kate and family from UK staying in Villa Alessandro. Aug 2023
Pagliaio

Pagliaio

Our stay at Pagliaio was wonderful

Our stay at Pagliaio was wonderful. The accommodation was clean, spacious, the grounds and pool areas were beautiful and the visit of the wild boar in the late eveninga made it even more magical. The host, Annmarie was on hand at all times, and her knowledge of the area was really helpful. The information and support before the trip from ‘Invitation to Tuscany’ was perfect and we look forward to booking with them again in the future.

Andrew & family from UK staying in Pagliaio. Aug 2024
Pagliaio

Pagliaio

A wonderful week at Pagliaio

We stayed for one week during August and we had a wonderful time. We were so lucky to have the whole property to ourselves and made the most of days relaxing by the pool alternating with trips out to some of the beautiful nearby towns including Arezzo which is stunning. Ann Marie is really helpful and made lots of excellent recommendations and restaurant bookings which we really enjoyed. The property was very clean and the kitchen was well equipped for cooking when we decided to eat in. We found the property perfect for a relaxing stay with lots to explore nearby.

Alison & family, UK staying in Pagliaio. Aug 2023
Pagliaio

Pagliaio

A wonderful getaway

We loved our stay at Annemarie's villa, even though it was rainier than we'd prefer! The location is beautiful, tucked away in the Tuscan countryside, very private and peaceful. The villa itself was clean and lovely; it looked exactly like the provided photos. One thing to note, the wifi does not work in the villa itself. You have to be closer to the main house and sit outside in the "wifi chair." This wasn't an issue for us, but would be good to note for future guests. Another thing to note is that the kitchen had only the bare essentials--we had to buy salt and pepper, cooking oil, etc.

The extras we booked through Invitation to Tuscany were great as well. We very easily rented bikes, signed up for a wine tasting, and found restaurants (Annemarie was a great help with those!). One of the highlights of the trip, perhaps even THE highlight, was our cooking class with Martina. She and her cousin brought food and supplies to the villa and taught us the best way to make pasta, sauce, eggplant Parmesan, and tiramisu. It was spectacular! Overall, the villa suited us perfectly and we would love to return--maybe when it's sunnier!

Caroline staying in Pagliaio. May 2023
Pagliaio

Pagliaio

Wonderful Break in Tuscany

Annemarie was very friendly and hospitable. The location is stunning, very rural yet within easy commute to Florence, Sienna and all the wonderful little towns and villages around about. Loved having the pool. Plenty of lovely places to eat, especially recommend the little fish restaurant that Annemarie took us too that is open Friday/Sat/Sunday only. Will definitely return one day.

Louise and family from UK staying in Pagliaio. Aug 2022
Pagliaio

Pagliaio

Overall we had a splendid time

The property is excellent and we really enjoyed our stay. Very comfortable rooms and bathrooms. Annemarie was very welcoming and helpful with much information to share about the house and locality. The pool is splendid and we would have made more use had the weather been a little brighter. Kitchen is well equipped (once we had traced a coffee maker and some adapters for the plugs - thank you Annemarie!). Could do with a knife sharpener and a decent cook’s knife. We were not troubled as we brought our own. Another chopping board or two would also help. We would definitely revisit - the property lends itself easily to a small group or indeed a large family group. I don’t know how you would broach my final point but the road/drive leading to the property is not well maintained and the actual entrance to the property through the gates can be a little tricky to negotiate due to a poor surface and much gravel. Our large car with low profile tyres found that the surface was catching on the underside at times. This is a minor point but other visitors may find it a problem. Overall we had a splendid time - beds are very comfortable and we all slept very well. Location is great for trips around Tuscany with easy access to Siena and Florence by train.

A.M. staying in Pagliaio. Feb 2017
Pagliaio

Pagliaio

Such a pretty setting and such a pretty house

Such a pretty setting and such a pretty house. The estate is very well cared for by Annmarie its welcoming British owner and wandering around the extensive grounds and sitting by the pool, we felt such peace and tranquility. We loved the style, for though the furniture is not typically Tuscan, it all works so well.

L & L. staying in Pagliaio. Dec 2014
Pagliaio

Pagliaio

...a lovely stay at Pagliao

We had a lovely stay at Pagliao in August. The 2-bedroom, 2-storey converted barn was absolutely lovely. The pool was an excellent size, all of us enjoyed it immensely. The owner was very pleasant and friendly and provided us with helpful information about the local area.

Mrs. K.M. and family, UK staying in Pagliaio. Aug 2015
Pagliaio

Pagliaio

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Pagliaio

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Pagliaio and Tuscany overall. Anne-Marie was such a lovely person, very welcoming and incredibly helpful with any questions we had about the property, things to do and general logistics. A couple of minor issues with a few pieces of missing kitchen equipment were quickly sorted out. Anne-Marie was always around but also discreet so we could fully relax. We thought the accommodation was very high quality – very clean and stylish – lovely to have hand soap and kitchen cleaning items included. Also the grounds of the property were beautiful and very well looked after. A lovely place to chill out and get away from the humdrum of London. 2 minor points for improvement · Unfortunately we didn’t have the best of weather and so it was rather chilly in the evenings in the property so we would have appreciated some kind of heating option we could have controlled ourselves. · I would have appreciated an information folder in the “barn” as I like to hear what other guests have to say about the area and read about things to do. Although that said Anne-Marie did help a lot with this – she supplied us with a good road map, a Tuscany guide book (which supplemented the one we had already) and plenty of recommendations about where to go. Thank you for a lovely week – and for sorting this out so quickly for us.

Mrs. S.C. and family, UK staying in Pagliaio. Feb 2014
Il Mulino

Il Mulino

Es einfach gar nichts auszusetzen

Wir haben sehr viel Erfahrung mit Ferienhäusern, aber in diesem Fall gibt es einfach gar nichts auszusetzen. Für jede Stunde des Tages gibt es einen geeigneten Platz im Haus, am Haus, ums Haus herum. Ob man es in der Sonne mag oder im Halbschatten, alles ist möglich. Die Gesamtatmosphäre, die sich aus absoluter Ruhe, Wald, Haus, Stil und Ausstattung ergibt, ist ungemein harmonisch und entspannend. Wenn man den Ort betritt ist man sofort im Urlaub. Wunderbar! Also ein großes Lob an die Vermieter für dieses gelungene Ferienerlebnis. Vielen Dank. Mit den besten Grüßen, Michael, Jule und Leander

We have a lot of experience with holiday homes, but in this case there is simply nothing to complain about. For every hour of the day there is a suitable place in the house, on the house, around the house. Whether you like it in the sun or in the shade, everything is possible. The overall atmosphere, which results from absolute peace, forest, house, style and furnishings, is incredibly harmonious and relaxing. When you enter the place you are immediately on holiday. Wonderful! So a big compliment to the landlords for this successful holiday experience.

Michael and family, Germany staying in il Mulino. Aug 2024
Il Mulino

Il Mulino

Maison chaleureuse où l’on se sent comme chez soi

Une semaine pour se ressourcer en famille dans une maison très agréable, chaleureuse où l’on se sent comme chez soi. Décoration raffinée. Le calme absolu.

A week to recharge your batteries with your family in a very pleasant, warm house where you feel at home. Refined decoration. Absolute calm.

Charlotte & family staying in Il Mulino. Aug 2024
Il Mulino

Il Mulino

Perfect place to get away

Great house in the middle of the forest and great valley. Perfect place to get away. Housekeeper Stefanie was nice and always ready to help.

Enjoyed our stay very much.

Phillip and family from Belgium staying in Il Mulino. Jul 2024
Il Mulino

Il Mulino

Perfect location for total peace and quiet

Arrived following a week near the coast. The mill is a perfect location for total peace and quiet. The pool was well used. For day trips we'd recommend Gubbio, Perugia, Assisi and the lake/beach at Passignano. We enjoyed star gazing one night and saw shooting stars. A fabulous holiday, thank you.

Charlotte, Jeremy and family from Enfield, UK staying in Il Mulino. Aug 2018
Il Mulino

Il Mulino

Beautiful Valley

Our second visit, lovely as ever! So good to be back in this beautiful valley.

Hildegaard Family from Copenhagen staying in il Mulino. Jul 2017
Il Mulino

Il Mulino

Fantastic relaxing holiday

Fantastic relaxing holiday. Loved the Umbria Jazz Festival in Perugia, so much we visited it twice! Also, loved visiting the Alberto Burri exhibitions (2 musuems) in Città di Castello. Thank you!

Andrew & Family from London staying in il Mulino. Jul 2017
Verdino

Verdino

Wonderful Place

Wonderful, tastefully furnished, clean, spacious Tuscan villa. Big and nice clean pool with a fantastic view. Kind and polite host. We had a lot of fun!

It is an ideal place for family and friends. The area is a nice small town with hospitable Italian people. Easy access to Florence, Pisa and the coast, only 45 minutes by car.

Borka from Hungary staying in Verdino. Jul 2024
Villa di Mezzo

Villa di Mezzo

Perfect for two families

A really nice stay in a wonderful house located in the forest. The house was authentic and comfortable. There were sun beds around the pool which we used several time a day. Be aware that aircon only is installed in the bedrooms.

Pia and family staying in Villa di Mezzo. Jul 2024
Villa di Mezzo

Villa di Mezzo

Perfect Stay

Such a great stay at Villa di Mezzo. The house was perfect for our little family and the privacy of the property was excellent. We enjoyed the pool a lot and will return next year. Special thanks to Sonia.

Helle & family staying in Villa di Mezzo. Jun 2024
Villa di Mezzo

Villa di Mezzo

Wonderful stay at Villa di Mezzo

My family and I had a wonderful week at Villa di Mezzo. We were six adults and there was plenty of room for all of us, both inside and outside. The setting of the villa is totally secluded and is reached via an unmade road. We could have spent the whole week in the garden and pool - it really is very tranquil. You can hear the birds and we were delighted to see fireflies each night when darkness fell. The pool is great with a shallow and deep end and there are plenty of sun loungers. Everything that holiday makers could want is provided. The beds are really comfy and the showers are brilliant - no problem with the water pressure. The wifi is excellent so if you needed to do a working holiday, its certainly possible. The furnishings and decoration are homely and comfortable and the kitchen is very well equipped. We were welcomed by a huge hamper of Tuscan specialty food and even a bottle of Prosecco. Sonia, who looks after the house met us and is very friendly & informative. She was so helpful, making extra visits to the villa when we needed extra towels. I'd say that a car is essential, both for getting to the villa from the airport (only 25 minutes) and for exploring. We went to Lucca, the beach, wine tasting and of course the supermarket which is only 10 minutes away. All in all, we all agreed that the villa is a fantastic place to base yourself in this beautiful part of Tuscany.

Juliet and Family staying in Villa di Mezzo. Jun 2024
Villa di Mezzo

Villa di Mezzo

Fantastic stay at Villa di Mezzo

We enjoyed two amazing weeks in this unique villa in Toscany

All rooms are tastefully and authentic furnished and especially the great pool area caused great excitement among the younger family members.

The villa is located very private but still close to Pisa Airport, restaurants, good shopping opportunities and of course good wine options.

Upon arrival the owners had provided us with a basket full of local specialties and wines, and our host Sonia was a great help throughout our stay.

Huge recommendations from Copenhagen - we will be back:)

Warm regards

Thomas & Familiy.

Thomas & Family from Denmark staying in Villa di Mezzo. Jul 2023
Villa di Mezzo

Villa di Mezzo

Would love to return

Had an amazing time at this lovely peaceful getaway.

The caretaker Sonia and her family where very helpful people from the get go, you could tell they had taken care of the place.

Beautiful surroundings and great value for money if your looking a peaceful getaway

Tom from UK and Australia staying in Villa di Mezzo. Sep 2022
Villa di Mezzo

Villa di Mezzo

Relaxing week at Villa di Mezzo

We found the villa spacious and well-appointed in a lovely garden area. The pool was ideal for our party from a 1 year old to adults. There are plenty of places to sit from full sun to shade and a good choice of outdoor furniture. It is so peaceful and private that we found it very relaxing; in fact we had most of our meals there on the covered terrace which is a great space.

We found the village shop handy and very friendly and the larger supermercato is a short drive away with everything we needed - we loved the spremuta machine!

The villa is convenient for Pisa Airport and Livorno is a nice day out, including an Aquarium which is great fun for children. We would definitely consider staying here again.

Mark and family staying in Villa di Mezzo. Jul 2022
Villa di Mezzo

Villa di Mezzo

Very nice house, in very quiet surroundings

Good location to reach lucca, Livorno, pisa, Florence.

Sand Beach 1/2 hour drive away. Special thanks to the house keepers Sonia and Mario who really took good care of all our needs and wishes.

Eric B staying in Villa di Mezzo. Aug 2021
Villa di Mezzo

Villa di Mezzo

Wunderbares Haus

Genau wie auf den Bildern. Sehr schönes gepflegtes Haus.

Christian C staying in Villa di Mezzo. Jul 2021
Villa di Mezzo

Villa di Mezzo

...the best Villa I have ever stayed in

This is without doubt the best Villa I have ever stayed in in all my years travelling to Tuscany through Invitation to. From the size to the furnishings, layout, kitchen and ambience. Down a track surrounded by trees the seclusion is excellent. It is a little slice of heaven. The personal touches inside the Villa no doubt collected over the years by the owner gives the villa a homely touch with many interesting things to look at (Check out the downstairs bathroom to learn a bit about the owner!) even that piqued our interest 😊. The pool is an oasis in the garden with shaded areas to escape from the midday sun (parasols not necessary!) During our time there we didn’t once eat inside - the arched covered outdoor table will accommodate all your needs with a handy barbecue for alfresco dining adding to the delight.

We arrived to a welcome hamper from the owner with delights including the usual authentic Italian delights, local honey, Jam and of course a lovely local Red Wine with Prosecco chilling already in the fridge. Sonia - with limited English (better than my Italian) showed us around the place but we are experts on Tuscan Villas. Everywhere was of course safe (Covid) and immaculately clean. With fresh sheets after the first 5 days it was a home from home.

If you want somewhere close to the Airport at Pisa this is the perfect place. With the coast also near a day at the beach is highly recommended. There is good information in the Villa on local shopping, eating and touristic stuff with personal recommendations included.

All in all, considering the times we are in this is the perfect retreat to get away from it all. The Villa is so special you wouldn’t actually need to leave it as long as you had enough food and drink in stock! We certainly didn’t want to leave.

J.K. and family staying in Villa di Mezzo. Aug 2021
Villa di Mezzo

Villa di Mezzo

...struck by the calm serenity of the place

I first visited this house in September 2019 and I was struck by the calm serenity of the place, surrounded by a Mediterranean forest, within its own fenced grounds. It feels like a real retreat from the world, yet Pisa, Livorno, Florence and Lucca are all close by - and the coast is at less than 20 minutes drive too. The house itself is elegantly decorated - the owners are diplomats and there are clues to their postings around the world in the decor. Since then we've had guests staying here for long "workcations" as well as shorter week-long stays for family get-togethers - it works well for either, with easy access to Pisa Airport, fast wifi and air-conditioning throughout. In May 2021 I pass by again mainly to check how long the walk is into the village, and whether the cafe/bar was still open. It's a beautiful house and I can highly recommend it.

D.W. staying in Villa di Mezzo. Feb 2021
Torretta

Torretta

Right size, right layout and the right distance from town.

We had a great time at the villa. It was perfect for us. Right size, right layout and the right distance from town. All super clean and tidy.

Supplies when we arrived was a nice touch.

A particular standout point was the local team all of whom were really good, they did everything we asked in terms of restaurant bookings, bike hire etc.

The pool was perfect.

It’s a great location.

David and Family, UK staying in Torretta. Aug 2023
Balconata

Balconata

A truly lovely place

A truly lovely place. Beautifully decorated quite modern interior in a fabulous traditional building. The complex is all stone buildings and lovely plantings. The pool is huge and beautiful with lovely sitting areas and a self service bar!! Good restaurants a short drive away.. also pleasant opportunity to eat in house. We loved the place. you can walk to the village if you find the lovely old path tru the valley with an ancient bridge 😍😍😍

Thomasina and family staying in Balconata. Jun 2023
Balconata

Balconata

Beautiful Balconata

We have enjoyed the most wonderful stay at Balconata. Everything was perfect. Luxury villa, peaceful surroundings, huge pool! From the warmest of welcomes to the beautifully stocked honesty bar, this is a place that provides a quality holiday and a feeling of exclusivity. Thank you Borgo Rinnovato and Invitation to Tuscany.

Shirley & family, UK staying in Balconata. Aug 2023
Balconata

Balconata

Tranquil and beautiful retreat but a bit remote

A lovely spot on a tuscan hillside with beautiful views across the valley, surrounded by olive groves. Perfect retreat for writing your novel, or unwinding in tranquility. A car is essential, as local sleepy village Pian di Sco is a good walk, and that is where you will find the nearest local shops and restaurants. Better shops and more restaurants were 20 minutes away at Figline Valdarno, from where you can also take the train to Florence or Arezzo, saving angst about parking in unfamiliar cities. Major tourist centres were generally an hour's drive away, so this location is probably not a good one if sightseeing in historic town centres is your priority. However, if you are looking for a high quality tranquil place, this is beautiful.

Susan and family staying in Balconata. Oct 2023
Pipistrelli

Pipistrelli

Extraordinary!!!!

Wow! A perfect vacation. The staff are welcoming, kind, and helpful - every one. We celebrated our anniversary, bringing ous sons and there families (6 adults and 4 kids). Every one of us were so impressed with the lodging, comfort, atmosphere, privacy, and especially the pool. Breakfast each morning was incredible. We paid for a chef to prepare a few dinners - again, and fantastic experience. Special kudos to Francesco (manager), Anna (chef), and Lola (always helpful and smiling). Ee felt a part of the Montestigliano family. Most definitely plan to return!

Mike and family from US staying in Pipistrelli. Jun 2024
Pipistrelli

Pipistrelli

..it's safe to say that Pipistrelli was fantastic

I won't make this long but it's safe to say that Pipistrelli was fantastic. Better than expectations which were very high. The villa is absolutely incredible & the level of service was amazing. Francesco is a star. He took amazing care of us. The group dinners they do two nights a week are a must and having breakfast and dinner prepared at the villa was perfect. I would 100% go back again. Thank you for the help.

M.L. from USA staying in Pipistrelli. Dec 2018
Pipistrelli

Pipistrelli

...we enjoyed the trip of a lifetime

A beautiful 17th century villa located on a 1500 hectare estate of olive groves and vineyards. Manager Francesco greeted us and catered to our every need supplying a breakfast cook, a catered dinner, and some excellent wines from the estate's cantina. The villa accommodates up to 14 people with 5 bedrooms c/w bathrooms in the main villa, a dining room, a large kitchen and two living rooms while the annex has two more bedrooms and a large open living area. The views over the Tuscan hills are beautiful, especially at sunset, and we enjoyed the trip of a lifetime with 5 couples using the villa as base to tour other Tuscan towns. It is located 15 minute from Siena and only an hour drive to Florence, Volterra, San Gimgnano, Castellina, and Cortona, to name a few towns. Nearby towns like Rosia, Orgia, and Stigliano offer reasonable and tasty dining options and groceries.

Mr. B.L with family and friends, Canada staying in Pipistrelli. Feb 2015
Pipistrelli

Pipistrelli

I agree the pictures do not do it justice!

I agree the pictures do not do it justice! We stayed 1 week with extended family, including children between 3 to 12 years, we hardly saw the kids, they were so entertained playing around the property with so much to explore yet in a very safe setting. The rest of us had plenty of space to hang out with each other or do our own thing. Plenty of exploring to do around the area, by foot bike or car! We are going back for more this year :)

Mrs. E.L. and family, UK staying in Pipistrelli. May 2010
Pipistrelli

Pipistrelli

A truely beautiful house in a stunning setting

A truely beautiful house in a stunning setting,the pictures do not do it justice. Silent at night with no light pollution, classic unspoilt tuscan views buy day all finished off elegantly furnished rooms that will break your heart when you have to leave.

Mr. D.B. with friends and family, UK staying in Pipistrelli. Dec 2009
Modernista

Modernista

I cannot recommend it enough

Let me start by saying that I have had the pleasure of staying in many villas throughout Italy. I have to say my stay at Modernista was joyous the property was better than I anticipated. The rooms were airy and modern and the pool was a great resource. The location in the small town of Peregine Valdarno was perfect enabling us to walk into the town for basic shopping and the bar in the evening and the restaurant. Yet it was only a short drive away from Florence and Siena. Our hosts were attentive and helpful and in no way intrusive. The whole region is wonderful and for me Certona was an unexpected bonus as was Civitella. Modernista helped me connect with Italians and the Italian ways in a way I have not been able to from other tourist type villas. I cannot recommend it enough.

Mr. T.M. with family and friends, UK staying in Modernista. Feb 2015