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Rental Date: Sunday 16th of June 2019.

Renter: Michael E. (Enfield, NH, United States).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

If you are looking for a beautiful and relaxing retreat in the middle of the heart of Tuscany, Podere Palazzo is the place to stay. While we weren't familiar with D'orcia prior to our trip, it is an ideal location as it's a short drive from everything Tuscany has to offer (including Montalcino, Montepulciano, and Pienza). Definitely try D'orcia wine as well, it's up there with the better known wines of the area - but is a hidden gem. We loved it!

We were traveling as two couples, each with a child under the age of 2 and the property was exactly what we were hoping for. It is perched on top of a hill with sweeping views of typical Tuscan rolling hills (every room in the house has an amazing view). The property is surrounded by some large trees which helps keep the property cool in the heat of the day, and the pool was an absolute treat after a day of wine tasting. The house is a converted old farm house, and both the interior and exterior have been refinished to a high standard. It perfectly blends rustic charm with modern luxury. I really don't know how our trip could have been any more relaxing (even considering we had a 3 month old with us)

We highly recommend hiring a local chef (you can ask the owner for details). We hired a chef to cook for us 3 nights during our stay, and it was truly a blessing. Not having to worry about a meal on the day we arrived worked out perfectly, as we arrived on a Sunday and most of the local super markets were closed.. Going out for dinner is nearly impossible with young children, so having the chef come to us after the kids were asleep was one of the highlights of the trip. The food was amazing as well.

Please visit Podere Palazzo for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Castiglione D'orcia, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Wednesday 3rd of July 2019.

Renter: Nancy H. (New York, United States).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

Absolutely a spectacular villa wonderful owners and a magnificent view of the countryside. Well worth it!!

Please visit Tenuta Di Campagliana for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Spicchio-sovigliana, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Saturday 8th of June 2019.

Renter: Marie-christine M. (Wien, null, AT).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

Das Haus ist wunderschön. Und da wir mit Eltern und Schwiegereltern unterwegs waren auch super ideal , da jedes Schlafzimmer über ein eigenes Bad verfügt.
Die Lage am leichten Hügel und somit der Blick über ein nächtlich beleuchtetes Florenz ist atemberaubend.
Der einzige kleine Minuspunkt sind die Angeben der Wegstrecken ( also ohne Auto kommt man nirgends hin), auch ein zwei für Induktion geeignete Töpfe in de Küche wären nicht schlecht.
Aber alles in allem war es ein toller Urlaub und wenn wir wiedermal in die Gegend kommen sicher einen weiteren Aufenthalt wert.

(English translation - The house is beautiful. And since we were with parents and in-laws were also great, as each bedroom has its own bathroom.
The location on the slight hill and thus the view over a nocturnal illuminated Florence is breathtaking.
The only small minus point is the indication of the distances (so you can not get anywhere without a car), even a two suitable for induction pots in the kitchen would not be bad.
But all in all it was a great holiday and if we come back in the area certainly worth a stay.)

Please visit Villa Colleramole for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Certosa, Tuscany, Italy.

Rental Date: Monday 17th of June 2019.

Renter: Yan Z. (, China).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

We enjoyed our stay immensely. Guido was a wonderful host, and gave us tips about restaurant to dine and small places to visit that is out of tourist destinations. The house is easy to find using google map, and it was very well maintained. We really enjoyed the garden and veranda, and we had breakfast outside in the garden everyday, the view was stunning and unforgettable. I highly recommend this place to anyone who wants a quite and relaxing Italian country vacation.

Please visit Allerona: Allerona 840.3 for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Allerona, Umbria, Italy.

Rental Date: Saturday 15th of June 2019.

Renter: Richard R. (Dallas, TX, US).

Renter Rating: 5/5.

This villa was just perfect for our group of 8 couples, consisting of professionals and spouses. We each had a very spacious bedroom and comfortable bathroom (especially by European standards). The house itself was a timepiece. The grounds were manicured well, and the aroma of the jasmine and other plants and trees were terrific. I could not wait to get outside first thing in the morning to drink coffee and take in the views and smells, and our entire group thoroughly enjoyed spending late evening ours talking and enjoying wine and the stars. Even though every room was occupied, we had ample room and did not feel we were tripping over one another. We enjoyed preparing breakfasts and a few other meals altogether. Meals at the adjacent Villa Bernardini were delicious and came with a breathtaking view of Capannori and Lucca.
The house was well located for getting to Lucca, nearby groceries, Cinque Terre, Pisa, and Florence.
I couldn't have been happier with Buonvisi and the great staff.
Grazie mille and Ciao!

Please visit Buonvisi for more details about this accommodation. Visit this page for other villas in Segromigno In Monte, Tuscany, Italy.