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Rental Date: Saturday 4th of September 2010.

Renter: Alan H. (Middlesex, United Kingdom).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

We rented the property in September 2010 (7 people) and were warmly welcomed and first impressions of this wonderful property exceeded the photos that were on the website. Amazing setting and views. Absolutely ideal for visiting local towns/cities and other places of interest. It was really spacious and comfortable. The pool and barbeque areas were excellent for relaxing and eating. Bedrooms were large, but we all had to make the beds first. Spare bedding would have been useful as nights were just beginning to get a little cooler. Kitchen equipment was good, but it would have been very useful to have an electric kettle rather than boiling up water in a saucepan. [Owner comment - an electric kettle has been added to the kitchen]Just a few suggestions - We had to pay for the cleaning of the house (which we already knew about, but surely including this in the rental price would be better. It might be useful for the owners to have charcoal available for the first evening. We ate and cooked outside for most of the week, so found the cost for gas (50 euros) was high. We only used the hob for boiling water for hot drinks and the occasional other use. All in all, a splendid property, well maintained and comfortable and we would be happy to return. Thank you for a great week.

Please visit Podere Lo Spadino for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in San Gimignano, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Saturday 4th of September 2010.

Renter: Barb And Dick S. (Plant City, FL, United States).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

Le Rondini was so much more than we could ever have expected. The owners, Maurizio, Valeria and Erika were wonderful hosts and did everything possible to make us welcome -- even to the extent of tracking down luggage that the airline lost. They even guided us to the local grocery store which has great produce and cold cuts as well as everything you would expect from a supermarket.

The villa was beautiful and had every convenience that we could require. Even olive oil, condiments and spices were provided -- we imagine that other guests had left some items that they had purchased.

The views from the villa were a delight and made us want to explore the local countryside. Getting lost on the back roads was simply fun. However, a GPS is a requirement. The areas for alfresco dining were perfect - we ate outside at every opportunity and had wine by the pool.

Montopoli is a beautiful village with surprisingly wonderful restaurants and incredible scenery. It was also perfectly located for day trips to Firenze, Pisa, San Gimignano and the coast.

Bottom line -- one of the best holidays we have ever had and in one of the most beautiful places.

Please visit Le Rondini for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in San Miniato Basso, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Saturday 4th of September 2010.

Renter: John Q. (Leicester, United Kingdom).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

Two fabulous properties adjacent to each other with fantastic views and in walking distance of some great restaurants - would recommend to anyone interested in this area of Tuscany.

Please visit Villa Ulivi & La Casina for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Lucignano, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Wednesday 1st of September 2010.

Renter: Anne D. (Cape Town, South Africa).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

A wonderful restful stay at Casa Barbara. The warm welcome by our host, Barbara and her family just added to the most enjoyable stay. Our self-catering unit was very well appointed and would recommend a stay here to experience true Italian country life, thank you

Please visit Casa Barbara: Barbara 1 for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Montespertoli, Tuscany, Italy.