Archive for 'Villa Reviews'

Rental Date: Monday 28th of May 2012.

Renter: Rose-marie G. (Sault Ste Marie, ontario, Canada).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

This villa was excellent in all respects. Was exactly what we envisioned for a Tuscan villa. Our hosts Sergio and Stefano were incredible. We stayed in the Fattoria unit and enjoyed our stay. Memories that will last a life time.

Please visit Villa Fabbroni: La Fattoria for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in San Polo In Chianti, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Saturday 23rd of June 2012.

Renter: Gene B. (Gig Harbor, WA, Italy).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

This is the real deal, if you're looking for a Tuscan getaway. The property is well-maintained, and apartments are spacious and well equipped. Hosts / Chefs Sergio and Stephano are gracious and friendly in addition to providing splendid breakfasts and dinners (or you can cook / eat in your apartment, which we did several evenings).
The units are arranged so that guests have privacy, and all the units seem to have excellent views as well.
The beds (where, let's face it, you spend 1/3 of your time) are comfortable, and there's ample storage space for clothing.
We were unlucky, weather-wise: a rare North African heat wave shrouded Italy from Rome to Bologna while we were there. Luckily there is a very nice pool at Villa Fabbroni with shade umbrellas and comfortable pool-side seating. Few of the guests used it, (they braved the heat to visit regional wineries and museums) but our group found it to be a saving grace.
It's a bit of a trek to the markets (there is a great coop about 7 km away) but the owners will provide daily necessities like fresh bread at cost, since they make a daily trip to the market... nice.
The history of the villa is rich, but what really sets it apart is the affability of the hosts. I'm hoping to get Stephano's recipe for Limoncello (which they treated us to on our last evening at the villa). In addition they produce their own wine, honey and olive oil. You can't get more authentic than that!

Please visit Villa Fabbroni: La Colonica for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in San Polo In Chianti, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Saturday 23rd of June 2012.

Renter: Marie Praet P. (Washington, MI, United States).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

We had a lovely stay at the Fienile villa. The views were gorgeous. It was unseasonably warm, so the pool was a great place to cool off after a log day of site seeing. It was a short walk from our villa. I would suggest bug spray if you plan on sitting outside on the patio and I would also suggest a rental car. The property is 35 minutes from Florence. We made the short walk to the bus to get to Florence. However, to see the tuscany area a car is a must. It was difficult to always worry about the bus/train schedules.

Please visit Torre A Cona: Fienile for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in San Donato In Collina, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Saturday 16th of June 2012.

Renter: Doris W. (Havixbeck, Deutschland).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

wir haben uns in dem kleinen Ort sehr wohl gefühlt. Die Wohnung war bestens ausgestattet. Die Vermieter sind sehr gastfreundlich und haben keine Wünsche offen gelassen. Wir können die Wohnung gerne weiter empfehlen. Für 3-4 Personen ist das Raumangebot ausreichend.

[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] We felt very well in the small town. The apartment was well equipped. The owners are very welcoming and have left nothing to be desired. We can gladly recommend the apartment. For 3-4 people the space is sufficient.

Please visit La Rocca Appartamento Limone for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Palaia, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Monday 25th of June 2012.

Renter: Eugene H. (Upper Darby, PA, United States).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

We loved our stay. This was a wonderful place to unwind. The apartment was clean, comfortable and as lovely as advertised. The pool was beautiful. The setting was absolutely gorgeous. From this location we visited Florence, Siena and San Gimignano.

Please visit Quercia Al Poggio: Cappella 1 for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Barberino Val D'elsa, Tuscany, Italy.