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Reviews
What our customers have said
Emilio
“ Wedding at Montestigliano ”
Casa Emilio in Montestigliano was a modern apartment with everything necessary for a good holiday in Tuscany. We stayed at Montestigliano for a friend's wedding. The open spaces and courtyards were beautiful for all the events. Breakfast every morning was delicious and plenty.
Roman staying in Casa Emilio. Sep 2023
Emilio
“ Everything we had hoped for ”
The host could not be more gracious and accommodating. Doing the on site dinners is a must as they are fun interaction and the food is great. Dinner night the sell the wine pizza night you can bring your own. The villas are spacious and clean with a rustic feel.
An amazing property!!!!
Villa Falesia
“ Wonderful stay in this fairytale place ”
We had an absolutely wonderful stay in this fairytale place. The house is perfectly located and offers an absolute haven of peace. You simply can't expect more. The communication with Jo and the hosts was also exceptionally good. Always available and always with great advice. But the best thing about the house is that it is situated on a hill. Even in the midday sun at 37 degrees it was just pleasant to sit there and relax. In the evening you can light the barbecue right next to a large table and round off the evening with a bottle of wine (or two). All in all, a wonderful experience. We will take the place with us forever and think back to it. Thank you Jo and thank you Marco.
Jan staying in Villa Falesia. Aug 2024
Villa Falesia
“ Een fantastisch huis ”
Een fantastisch huis met geweldig uitzicht en zwembad!
Patricia V. staying in Villa Falesia. Jul 2024
Villa Ponte
“ Our stay here was out of this world ”
Our stay here was out of this world. We had such a great time splashing by the pool and eating delicious foos. You are such sweet people and made our trip something we will always treasure. We are so apperciative of what you've done for us to make everything just perfect! We loved Lucca and enjoyed every moment of our trip. We had a wonderful time celebrating Nancy and Bob's 50th wedding anniversary we couldn't have asked for a better way to relax and explore Italy.
Adeline, US staying in Villa Ponte. Jun 2022
Faro
“ We truly loved it ”
We had a wonderful week at Faro. The location was perfect, privately hidden away in the trees on the peninsula of Portofino. The villa is peacefully relaxed with everything that you need and has private access to the sea which is perfect. Tastefully decorated with beautiful art work and iconic furniture pieces. The house keeper, Karina was kind, helpful and discreet. We truly loved it and wouldn't hesitate to recommend and/or return. Thank you so much X
Sara staying in Faro. Sep 2024
Faro
“ Stunning villa ”
Stunning villa. Incredible view of portofino bay, with different yachts on the horizon every day. Very close to the lighthouse. Loved the furniture and decoration of the house.
Elliott, Switzerland staying in Faro. Aug 2024
Frasca
“ This is the place to be ”
If you are looking for a place to stay in Umbria and want to reach the place on foot, this is the place to be. The house with the well-maintained garden and pool, as well as the away from it all over the countryside, invite you to spend a relaxing holiday. We were already delighted with our stay in 2006 and are still there today.
Juergen staying in Frasca.
Enofila
“ Breathtaking location and fabulous building. ”
Beautiful rustic accommodation set in a winery and surrounding grape fields. Such a good view and enjoyed cheese and biscuits washed down by the owners wine made from the grapes we were viewing. Quick drive down into the village to catch the train to Florence, 20 minutes. Beautiful swimming pool for sunny days. Great hostess.
Ian, UK staying in Enofila. Oct 2024
Enofila
“ Peace, relaxation, disconnection ”
The location was excellent. although there are several apartments in the building, each one has its own terrace. The view from the pool is extraordinary. There is a lot of peace around and I think it is the ideal location for relaxation and rest. Especially if you like old things and country life maybe as it is located in a vineyard that has its own winery, it would have been nice to be offered a style of wine from the house (even if it was included in the price without us knowing), it was an important thing for hospitality
Ruja, Romania staying in Enofila. Oct 2024
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
Malvasia
“ Delightful Vacation Location ”
We want to express our appreciation to the fantastic staff at Lornano, Malvasia. They were very anxious to meet any of our requests and answered questions providing us with locations of restaurants and groceries. The location is quite central to many of the hill towns in Tuscany and close proximity to the highway.
We certainly enjoyed tasting the wines!
Ruth Jackson staying in Malvasia. Sep 2022
Malvasia
“ I would recommend Fattoria Lornano without reservation ”
I rented Malvasia for one week and was there by myself - I enjoyed that week as I had an opportunity to contemplate as I wanted. The facility was great as was the countryside.
Angelita was kind, charming and extremely helpful. I then rented all four villas for the second week and had a changing cast of family and friends over the two weeks. Everyone loved it immensely. The physical settings and Angelita's and Silvio's support made for a wonderful time for everyone. The wine, of course, assisted.
Having all four villas allowed for an intermingling of people, some of whom knew each other and some meeting for the first time and it all worked well, in large part because of the warmth of the physical setting. My single complaint is about the WiFi which was a bit challenged. A pain in the modern era but hardly the biggest issue in life. I would recommend Fattoria Lornano without reservation and if I can organize it, would do it again. All the cottages met or exceeded expectations.
Mr. P.B. and friends, Canada staying in Malvasia. Sep 2015
Malvasia
“ a lovely time in Lornano ”
We did have a lovely time in Lornano and the surrounding area but I have to say that Malvasia is suffering from quite a few damp problems particularly in the basement areas (kitchen and bathroom) and although it did not spoil our stay at the Fattoria it is not something you would expect at what is after all quite an expensive rental, everything else was just about perfect and Angioletta provided a great tour and tasting session to boot - the Lornano chianti is actually very good!
In terms of local restaurants then Ristorante Enoteca is recommended albeit having a limited menu that could be varied a bit between lunch and evening meals but in general we would suggest that unless visitors intend cooking we would recommend they take their main meals at lunchtime when visiting the local and very attractive villages most of which have some very good restaurants with prices to suit all. Once you are back at Lornano after a long day out, it is a long trek out to try and find a good local restaurant - Badesse is not one of them though!
That being said, we had a great time with good weather, beautiful scenery in a very relaxing and quiet environment, which is why Lornano caught our imagination when we started to look for a place in Tuscany.
Thank you again for all your help in organising the break, if it wasn’t for the damp problem there would be five stars all round.
Mrs. L.K. and family, UK staying in Malvasia. Aug 2014
Malvasia
“ The house was great ”
The house was great, and I would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone. We were able to visit Siena in 10 mins and Florence in 45, or just hang around and play in the wonderful swimming pool.
They dropped just one star on erratic hot water supply and less than perfectly comfy beds.
Mrs. V.R. and family, UK staying in malvasia. Aug 2013
Malvasia
“ Overall a fantastic place. ”
We stayed here is summer 2010. The property was very comfy, clean and a great location. The wine and olive oil from the vineyard on site was fantastic. The owners were very accommodating in showing us around the wine cellar. We loved the restaurant in the village. The pool was great to cool off in. The bus to Siena was also very handy. Overall a fantastic place.
M.F. from UK staying in Malvaisa. Jul 2010
Malvasia
“ The villa is in an ideal location ”
I have been holidaying in Tuscany for several years and without doubt the most memorable trip was our visit to Malvasia at Lornano last July. The villa is in an ideal location for exploring all of Tuscany's treasures - you are minutes away from the main Siena to Florence motorway with San Gimignano and the fabulous Chianti towns of Radda and Gaiole also within easy reach.
However if you want to completely chill out and relax the villa is situated in the idylic hamlet of Lornano which is set in some of the most stunning countryside Tuscany has to offer. The villa itself was beautifully decorated with everything and more you can expect from a Tuscan villa. It is also a working vinyard which produces fabulous Chianti wine, grappa and olive oil - no visit to Lornano can be complete without a tour to the wine cellars and a tasting. You can also expect the warmest of welcomes at Lornano as the staff go out of their way to make you feel at home and do whatever they can to help you get the most from your holiday. A
lso give the restaurant in the town a go - you won't be disappointed. There are too many reasons to explain why I will be going back to Lornano in the very near future but I can assure you I will be and my advice to you is to take up this Invitation to Tuscany - you won't be disappointed.
Mr. J.H. and family, UK staying in Malvasia. Jul 2009
Palo
“ A beautiful rural retreat ”
Staying in Paulo felt like a real adventure. The drive from the airport was far enough to make you feel you were really going into the depths of Umbria but not so far that you got over-tired or frustrated. Arriving in Paciano itself and then being lead to the farmhouse (in car convoy) by our lovely host we really felt that we were in a rural idyll ... and turns out were were!. The accommodation had fantastic views and the shared pool, reached by a sloping path, was a wonderful place to relax and cool down after a visit to one of the local towns or the lake. We were there at the end of August and it was a joy being able to pick fresh figs for breakfast every morning (the hosts were very relaxed and happy for you to take fresh herbs or pick fruit from the trees). Paciano itself was less than a 10 minute walk from Paulo .. through an orchard and along a country lane - perfect. Paciano is stunning and has everything you need in terms of restaurants and a lovely bar in the main square where locals and tourists alike seemed to gather. And... as for the surrounding area - well its beautiful. You can easily drive to Umbria's capital Perugia or visit some nearby hilltop villages, lake Trasimeno or the gorgeous Castiglione del lago. We took a ferry to Islo Maggiore which was a beautiful island - perfect to walk around and to have lunch at one of the restaurants. Our group of 4 had a really lovely time staying in Paulo, it isn't posh or pretentious, the wifi is poor and the facilities are basic rather than luxurious but for us it was a perfect place to base ourselves and fall in love with the area.
Laura, UK staying in Palo. Aug 2024
Ragnana
“ A Tuscan dream ”
Our holiday here exceeded my dreams. Ragnana itself was a lovely, traditional Tuscan farmhouse, beautifully cool when it was too hot outside. The grounds were lovely and the pool was exceptionally clean. There were lots of wonderful outside areas to eat or sit in and enjoy the fabulous views. One major highlight for us was watching a couple of fireflies which joined us for al fresco suppers most evenings..
Radicondoli is a short stroll away and is a beautiful, friendly small town, we loved it.
Jo Feloy staying in Ragnana. May 2026
Ragnana
“ Fabulous place to stay ”
The villa and location were everything we wanted them to be. Radicondoli is a beautiful place, full of character and charm and the villa is ideally placed to enjoy the local sights, shops and restaurants. Claudio was so helpful and we loved his generous gifts of wine, olive oil and tomatoes. We would definitely recommend staying here to anyone.
Mrs. B.Y., UK staying in Ragnana. Sep 2024
Ragnana
“ Wonderful as always ”
Second time visiting Ragnana - perfect host, perfect location. central to explore Tuscany if you want to but if you crave the rest and relaxation this is the place for you.
As always Claudio is there to greet you along with home grown Olive Oil and Wine! if you are really good he will even let you have some Pomodoro for the best salad in the world!
Will always go back to Ragnana
Justin & family staying in Ragnana. Aug 2024
Ragnana
“ Dejligt gensyn ”
Vidunderligt gensyn med fantastiske Villa Ragnana og charmerende Radicondoli. Vi var her også sidste år og kommer forhåbentlig igen.
Henriette from Denmark staying in Ragnana. Aug 2024
Ragnana
“ Fantastisk ”
Vi havde den skønneste uge i dette smukke gamle hus. Vi har boet 8 mennesker i huset og det er perfekt indrettet til en stor familie . Poolen og udeområderne er lækre og med masser af plads . Området er smukt og byen er virkelig hyggelig. Der er lidt langt til de større indkøb , men der er en lille butik oppe i byen som har et stort udvalg ( størrelsen taget i betragtning ) . Alt i alt en helt fantastisk uge .
Line from Denmark staying in Ragnana. Jul 2024
Ragnana
“ Wonderful villa with great pool and terrace with fabulous views. Easy stroll to village. ”
Really lovely villa. The interior is rustic but very clean and comfortable. The pool and terrace are great with fabulous views over the valley, with raised external eating area with views. Claudio the caretaker is lovely and helpful. He tends the garden and pool regularly - the garden and plants are wonderful.
The village is a 5 minute walk away with 3 good restaurants and two bars. There is a COOP, bakery, butcher and pharmacy. Very sociable and welcoming village.
Roads in this area of Tuscany are quite windy, and so travel is slow and so the nearest supermarkets are 30 minutes away. Downsides (dependent on what you want) are poor wifi coverage and very limited TV.
Iolo and family staying in Ragnana. Jul 2024
Ragnana
“ Top holiday house ”
The house is located on at hill top in walking distance to charming small city with all necessities (market, bakery, butcher, gelato). The house is located with an idyllic view and Claudio, the owner, is the most helpful soul. We would love to return!
Frida & family from Denmark staying in Ragnana. Jun 2024
Ragnana
“ We loved the farmhouse. ”
We loved the farmhouse. The pool was great and the whole setting was kept immaculate by Claudia who was a star. He was discreet in keeping pool area and gardens clean and helpful with any other queries. Thanks for the olive oil and wine! The location was excellent and 5 mins from Radicondoli - easy walk- which had 3 good standard restaurants and a bar which had very reasonably priced drinks sitting amongst the locals. The farmhouse was very well equipped and although rustic was charming. Head out the back past the pool and you are amongst the olive groves and garden allotments and some nice quiet tracks around the countryside. Would definitely recommend. We didn’t have a car and that was fine as the village had everything. Would recommend one for access to other hilltop villages though.
Jennie & Stuart from UK staying in Ragnana. Jun 2024
Ragnana
“ Vidunderlig ferie ”
Fantastisk ferie i charmerende Villa Ragnana. Smukkeste udsigt. Tæt på dejlige Radicondoli med aktivt lokalmiljø og et par fine spisesteder. Signor Claudio sørgede dagligt for at alt udendørs incl pool var rent og indbydende. Forærede os et par flasker af hans egen dejlige vin og olivenolie. Har et stort ønske om at vende tilbage til dette vidunderlige sted.
Henriette & family from Denmark staying in Ragnana. Jul 2023
Ragnana
“ Perfect location in Tuscany ”
We loved Ragana in Radicondoli. The villa is typical old style tuscany villa which adds to the charm was huge (4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms), clean and with all modern appliances. The grounds are large and maintained well by Claudio - the owner, who is a most helpful and pleasant host. The private pool was excellent and with many lounges and tables etc. The villa is situated on the outskirts of the village and adjacent to the owner's working olive farm.
Kevan B and family staying in Ragnana. Jun 2023
Ragnana
“ A wonderful place for a family ”
Me and my family including six adults, one child and one baby stayed at Villa Ragnana for five nights and we couldn't have found a better place! Radicondoli is a beatiful village with a handful of nice eateries, a small supermarket and amazing panoramas - wherever you are. The kind and caring owner of Villa Ragnana was a lovely host and the house covered all our needs. The outside areas including the swimmingpool are wonderful too. The booking agency was extremely helpful and made us feel much welcome and well-prepared. All in all a sublime experience!
E. Isaksson staying in Ragnana. Sep 2022
Ragnana
“ Stunning Scenery Great Villa ”
Claudio (owner) is a true gentleman. Location on the edge of Radicondoli is perfect. Villa is delightful along with the pool. Spacious and well equipped. We will be returning.
Justin K and family staying in Ragnana. Aug 2022
Ragnana
“ Perfect Week in Tuscany ”
Ragnana has the best views of the beautiful Tuscan hills. The clever aspect of the pool and terrace really gave us uninterrupted hills , fields and cypress trees. Claudio (the owner) welcomed us and proudly showed us around the property , leaving us some of his homemade wine and olive oil. He later dropped round some of his home grown tomatoes and cucumber... delicious. We had decided to opt for a villa within walking distance of a village so that we could pop in for an ice-cream and go to dinner without using the car. This worked really well and we sampled the food at all the three restaurants. Loved Pizza National and Agriteca in Piazza. We were also able to drive to Volterra, Siena and San Gimignano which were less than an hour away. The rooms were spacious and comfortable.
Liz staying in Ragnana. Jul 2022
Ragnana
“ Cosy old house with a great pool area ”
Cosy old house with a great pool area and a nice view to the Tuscan landscape. The children loved the huge pool. Only a short walking distance to the nearby village with great restaurants, bakery and coffee shops. Being a family of eight people, the kitchen area and the fridge is rather small but it worked out well with some simple cooking.
Charlotte staying in Ragnana. Jul 2022
Ragnana
“ House for a great vacation ”
Excellent house, nice pool and surrondings with lots of room for kids and families. Only a short walk to Radicondoli, which is a very small and cosy town. But with restaurants, café and bakeries. Cafe Il Nationale is super nice with great coffee, ice cream and pizzas. Claudio - the owner of the house - is very nice and super helpfull. We are definetely thinking about going back.
Mette Lykke staying in Ragnana. Jul 2022
Ragnana
“ The villa is absolutely perfect... ”
We stayed in Ragnana Radicondoli, we took Dan's great advice and were not disappointed. The villa is absolutely perfect well stocked , lovely outdoor dining area with a beautiful well maintained pool . The owner Claudio could not have been more welcoming and discreet as he tended the beautiful garden surrounding the villa early every morning. The restaurants in Radicondoli are fantastic esp Cafe National which was our absolute favourite. It is so well positioned to visit many beautiful towns and one hour from the coast . I have to mention the backup and support we got from Daniel as we had a unexpected medical issue with one of the family and he was exceptional with help on the phone and contacting someone local to help us as well as contacting a the Dr and acting as translator . I would have no hesitation in recommending this travel company and Ragnana Villa . Superb !
June and family - from Ireland staying in Ragnana. Dec 2018
Ragnana
“ ...we thoroughly enjoyed living there and experiencing Tuscany ”
Just wanted to say how much we enjoyed Ragnana and Radicondoli. The house was basic but lovely and our host was wonderful. Despite having problems with the hot water for the first 2 nights we thoroughly enjoyed living there and experiencing Tuscany. Claudio cleaned the pool every day and watered the plants but was very unintrusive and even cleaned the BBQ! It was such a great place for our party of eight. We would definitely like to return in 2020 and would like to stay somewhere nearer to Lucca and would not hesitate to use your company again. Thank you for your brilliant service that exceeded our expectations.
D.A. from NZ staying in Ragnana. Dec 2018
Ragnana
“ ...an excellent choice for us ”
Many thanks for your recommendation re Ragnana. Our group of six adults stayed there for a week and all thoroughly enjoyed it. Location was great: we loved the proximity to charming Radicondoli, and the view and access to countryside at the back easily made up for the initially off-putting approach through the modern housing development. The house was clean, well maintained, well equipped, and had comfortable beds. Claudio was friendly and helpful without being intrusive. All in all it was an excellent choice for us, and we’d certainly recommend it to others!
L.K. and friends staying in Ragnana. Jun 2017
Ragnana
“ Some great local tips! ”
Some great local tips!
We have been in correspondence with Dan, mainly about the pool – but I do want to stress again how impressed we have been with you all at ItoT: thank you!
Restaurants: Agriteca is lovely and our favourite, notwithstanding the limited menu: service form the sweet Romanian couple front-of-house, is professional and impeccable and the food is excellent (the pork especially: I had it at least three times!) La Pergola was nearly as good: bigger and buzzing and with locals (always a good sign for me). We went there several times Golfo di Napoli: bizarre! A vast but empty ‘fish and steak’ restaurant that one night had no fish (we went twice, only when the others were full or closed) Fattoria Tegoni (part owners of Agriteca as I am sure you know) was wonderful for the cooking lesson from Andrea (and the result for those of us who joined the cooks to eat the result!
Places: Casole d’Elsa was a late discovery: go before 13.00 and get to the top of the tower : lunch at Il Porrino was lovely (we had the bruschetta/crostini, having seen them; wish I had gone for the salsiccie e fagiole after I saw them!
- Panzano: beautiful little town (thanks Fodor for the recommendation). Lunch at Cantinetta Sassolini (only now do I see #1 Trip Advisior) was excellent, great welcome and service form the owner Massa Marittima: another wonderful surprise. Climb the Torre del Candeliere for stunning views. Lunch in a shelter from the heavy rain at Era Ora, again overseen by the owner, was again splendid Siena: do not miss the Pinacoteca – wonderful art and hardly any people.
Ragnana
“ ..a beautiful villa, lovingly cared for by the owner ”
La Ragnana was a beautiful villa, lovingly cared for by the owner. The villa, outside patios, and swimming pool was clean and well maintained. The owner generously supplied us with his homemade wine, and produce from his garden. The villa was close enough to Radicondoli to allow us to walk in whenever we needed anything. (There are many small stores, including two grocery stores, a butcher, a pharmacy, etc.) We highly recommend Ristorante Trattoria La Pergola (Although note that reservations are helpful), and also recommend Il Granaio. Our only negative was that Siena, Firenze, etc. could only be visited by car.
Anonymous staying in Ragnana. Nov 2011
Ragnana
“ Very tranquil, beautifully maintained ”
Just as advertsed on Invitation to Tuscany. Close, easy walking distance ot lovely small old hil top town, ideal for family members to wander into town to the cafe or bars. Very tranquil, beautifully maintained, lovely pool and set in large private grounds with olive and fig trees to wander in. House quite dark inside but fine as most of life was outdoors.
Anonymous staying in Ragnana. Oct 2011
Ragnana
“ ...a wonderful 2 weeks and very keen to go back ”
The house was well kitted out and the pool and views were lovely. The town of Radicondoli is exceptionally welcoming and only 5 minutes walk away with a friendly bar for coffee and a restaurant for some of the best pizza we've ever had and great sunset views. We had a wonderful 2 weeks and are very keen to go back.
Anonymous staying in Ragnana. Feb 2014
Ragnana
“ ...Romantic Tuscan villa set in a beautiful surroundings ”
I had an idea of a romantic Tuscan villa set in a beautiful surroundings and I wasn't disappointed. Everyone loved it! The pool is fantastic, it's private and has a great view of the surrounding countryside. The owner was very hospitable and brought over several bottles of home made vino and a stack of tomatoes, which we enjoyed. The village of Radicondoli is quaint, there are a few good restaurants to eat in, the villagers were friendly and helpful. There are also some great walks around the village. I would thoroughly recommend a visit.
Ms. K.W. and family, UK staying in Ragnana. Sep 2019
Ragnana
“ We can't wait to return to La Ragnana ”
The Villa was perfect for our family of eight including two children ages three and six. The owner was a wonderfull host working every day to clean the pool, work in the yard, and empty all the outside trash. He would arrive early and be gone by the time we were getting out of bed. This is truly the best family vacation we have ever experienced due largely to the quality of the Villa and the hosts hospitality. The town of Radicondoli is a delight, not too big, not too small with a couple of great restaurants and a few small shops to help stock the kitchen in the Villa. Anyone planning to tour Tuscany by car will find this location makes it easy to get to all the great locations in Tuscany and return home at the end of the day. We can't wait to return to La Ragnana.
Mr. B.I. and family, USA staying in Ragnana. Dec 2009
Ragnana
“ Would recommend for a large family ”
We shared this with another family and it was a fantastic base to experience tuscany at its best. The villa has a lot a charm and a few quirks (electrics and water) but the location and extensive grounds were a delight. The owner was exceptionally helpful. The town is great and is wonderful for simple local shops - great on foot.Easy reach of San Giminiano and Siena. The proprty has stacks of charater and charm. Would recommend for a large family- our children really enjoyed the freedom and the local restaurants. Brilliant.
Anonymous staying in Ragnana. Dec 2009
Ragnana
“ ....a worldclass location/view and wonderful owners ”
Folks, if you want a lovely home, steeped in Italian tradition with a worldclass location/view and wonderful owners, this is it! The property, surrounded by Olive trees and vineyards is wonderfully relaxing and soulful. An easy 1000 meter walk takes you into the village which features superb architecture, food, great cafe's and incredible views of the rolling hills and valleys below. We plan on returning in 2010 and can't wait.Enjoy!
Anon staying in Ragnana. Feb 2009
Ragnana
“ ...the best vacation we had ever had ”
We spent two weeks at La Ragnana with our son and his family and we all agreed that it was the best vacation we had ever had. A large part was due to the ambience of La Ragnana and to Gigi, our thoughtful landlord. Also, Radicondoli is a delightful small village with enough shops and restaurants to satisfy all our needs. The swimming pool at La Ragnana is perfect, with its view across the valley towards Belforte. The olive groves, spring house and vegetable gardens on the grounds were also very appealing. The house was surrounded by beautiful flowers blooming in large planters, tended by our landlord, Gigi. We also enjoyed the outdoor woodfire grill for several meals. Daytrips to Siena, San Gimignano, Volterra, San Golgano, Montepulciano were easy by car, and to Florence by train from Poggibonsi (where we did our major shopping).
Anonymous staying in Ragnana. Dec 2009
Ragnana
“ lived up to all expectations ”
House and location lived up to all expectations. Lovely pool. Close to village. The owner was attentive but not obtrusive and his gifts of his own produce were much appreciated.
Anonymous staying in Ragnana. Dec 2011
Ragnana
“ The cottage was excellent ”
We just returned from a week radicondoli. The cottage was excellent (especially the swimming pool) for 2 families with a very friendly Mr Lastrucci who managed the place. What makes Ragnana a perfect place to stay is the fact that it is very close to the radicondoli village, which is a village where you can live the tuscan live at its best. (no touristic but all the shops and services you need). To improve -> quality of the beds (matrasses)
Anonymous staying in Ragnana. Dec 2012
Ragnana
“ We would love to stay here again ”
Wonderful holiday enjoyed by 3 generations of our family. Lovely farmhouse - great mix of rustic original features, but with all the modern facilities that you would want. Beautiful pool and patio areas - very well looked after. Views to die for. Fantastic owner who left his own red wine and olive oil for us to sample. He also dropped off some tomatoes, courgettes, fresh herbs and peaches from his farm during the week. Radicondoli is a lovely village with 3 great restaurants - especially La Nazionale. Ideal for day trips to Volterra, San Gimiginano and Siena. We would love to stay here again.
Anonymous staying in Ragnano. Dec 2012
Ragnana
“ ...had the time of our lives ”
We (5 adults, 2 kids) stayed here for two weeks and had the time of our lives. The setting--house, grounds, pool, was exquisite and the owner could not have been more gracious and accommodating. Every day he left us gifts from his farm: wine, olive oil, lettuce, basil, etc. We based out of the house and did day trips all over Tuscany. It was a magical vacation and I cannot recommend it highly enough. The town of Radiccondoli (just a short walk up the hillside) boasts 3 excellent restaurants and a warm community.
Anonymous staying in Ragnana. Mar 2011
Ragnana
“ Our third stay at this farmhouse ”
Our third stay at this farmhouse,what can I say?, except it was fantastic, lovely house, patio areas, bbq and pool. Claudio, the owner,arrives every day, very early to sweep and tidy the area around the house and pool. Left us his superb home grown produce and wine, very much appreciated. Cannot wait to return again very soon.
Mrs. A.H. and friends, UK staying in Ragnana. Dec 2013
Ragnana
“ I can thoroughly recommend the villa ”
Ragnana was exactly as expected and described to me by Laura at Invitation to Tuscany. It is a lovely farmhhouse which is large enough for an extended family such as ours, comfortable and welcoming. The outside spaces are particularly lovely - the pool is very clean and surrounded by tables and chairs, and there are various other patios and tables where you can sit and enjoy the quite fabulous views. We particularly liked the quick walk into Radicondoli and ate in a couple of the village restaurants, strolling home afterwards which was a joy! Claudio was the perfect host, leaving us his own wine and olive oil which was delicious. I can thoroughly recommend the villa and we hope to return
Anonymous staying in Ragnana. Oct 2013
Ragnana
“ The perfect place for a family reunion ”
Lovely setting at Radicondoli - about 30 minutes drive to Siena, 90 minutes to Firenze and beautiful scenery all around. A lot of space in Ragnana, nice swimming pool and most everything one could ask for. 5 stars also to Claudio, the perfect host, who surprised us by providing us with a case of his good wine, olive oil, and even fresh vegetables from his own garden. The perfect place for a family reunion. The use of a GPS recommended for first arrival.
Anonymous staying in Ragnana. Dec 2014
Ragnana
“ accommodation and grounds fully lived up to expectations ”
Our family group thoroughly enjoyed our stay at La Ragnana. The accommodation and grounds fully lived up to expectations. The host was attemtive but not intrusive and made us feel at home with a generous gift of his own wine and olive oil.The village of Radicondoli is quiet but very picturesque and day trips to Florence, Sienna and San Gimigniano easiliy accessible treats..
Mr. P.P. and family, Ireland staying in Ragnana. Dec 2010
Ragnana
“ We had a lovely week at Ragnana ”
We had a lovely week at Ragnana. It was exactly as you described, and felt very much like home. The swimming pool, grounds and views were all wonderful and it was a pleasure to see Claudio every day - his wine and olive oil were greatly appreciated.
We loved the pizzas at the Nationale and had a nice meal at La Pergola on the stunning balcony. Siena was a lovely town to visit, and some of the family went over to Elba for the day which was very interesting, if a lot of driving.
A lovely holiday home and we hope to return.
Mrs C.H. and family, UK staying in Ragnana. Jul 2013
Ragnana
“ Ragnana had it all ”
My husband and I wanted a villa in Tuscany that was not too large, which was not part of a multi-tenanted property, that had great views, and which was close to a town. Ragnana had it all. It is a wonderful villa outside the fabulous small town of Radicondoli, which was a short (steep) walk for groceries and dining. The villa grounds are lovely and have expansive views of the valley below – great beds, lots of hot water (there were only two of us) and a relatively well equipped kitchen. The owner Claudio lives in town and is happy to help with questions etc. His home made wine was excellent. The restaurants in town were very good – La Pergola has terrific pizzas and a beautiful patio overlooking the other side of the valley (a must for sunset); La Nationale is run by three local women and has very good pastas; La Pizzeria Granaio also had excellent pizza and a wonderful chef who also sings beautifully (lots of fun k- not clear to me why La Pergola is crowded and this wonderful place is less so). In short, it was a perfect place and we would return if we can.
Mrs A.M. and family, Canada staying in Ragnana. Dec 2013
Ragnana
“ Consistently popular with all our clients ”
We've known Ragnana and rented it for the past 36 years; in all that time the house has been consistently popular with all our clients. It started out without a swimming pool and a number of other things, like the barbecue and pergola, but has always retained its simple charm. This is a house for living in and enjoying; the decor will win no interior design prizes but is eminently usable. Most of the living goes on outside anyway, on the large terrace area with a pergola, or around the pool. And with the lively village of Radicondoli within walking distance, many evenings will be spent in one of the local restaurants. A firm favourite, helped also by Claudio's charm. He often drops by with home produced wine, olive oil and vegetables for guests.
Dan staying in Ragnana. Jan 0017
Ragnana
“ ...the best appointed house we have had ”
I have arranged holidays for groups of friends for the last 10 years and I think La Ragnana has been the best appointed house we have had. They have all been good but the thought behind the arrangements and the quality of the equipment was superb. The various outside terraces and poolside were furnished with top quality loungers, umbrellas and even a shower by the pool. We have stayed in places where there has been a state of the art cooker that you needed a degree in practical engineering to use, here it was good basic turn on and go. The utensils looked new. The bottles of wine and the virgin olive oil left by Claudio the proprietor from his own fattoria was also welcoming and excellent. While a younger group would have found the terrain much easier and been able to do the short walk into town easily, we did eat at La Pergola, which outside has views to die for, and Agriteca which is in the town both busy in season and food cooked to order. My daughter and I both speak a bit of Italian and that went down quite well - everyone was very helpful.
Mrs. B.N. family and friends, UK staying in Ragnana. Dec 2015
Ragnana
“ ..had a lovely lovely time - Lovely villa ”
We had a lovely lovely time - Lovely villa. Fabulous pool and Radicondoli was excellent. Claudio provided a very discreet service and the wine and olive oil he gave us was delicious. What a lovely man
Lovely villa and Claudio kept the pool and garden areas immaculate and was very discrete. The inside of the villa is great and the bedrooms were lovely.
All in all, a lovely place and Radicondoli is perfect. The cafe nationale was great great value and served delicious meals. Agriteco in piazza was lovely too. We liked La Pergola too for the views.
Mrs W.D and Family staying in Ragnana. Dec 2013
Scaparzi
“ A wonderful Tuscan fortnight! - again! ”
With 14 people staying at this property ( taking all 8 double rooms) we have had a fabulous time with plenty of room for all. Extremely relaxing and convenient location ( our second time renting this property). We had a dinner party for 16 people which worked so well in the huge dining room. We have enjoyed wonderful breakfasts prepared by extremely hard working , cheerful ladies who also cleaned the rooms on a daily basis. We certainly have no complaints about anything . Wonderful holiday - molto grazie!
Claudine & John from UK staying in Scaparzi. Aug 2022
Scaparzi
“ The property was amazing ”
Hello Dan, I have been meaning to drop you a line to thank you so much for donating this to Battersea. I had the most wonderful time. We all thought the property was amazing (the views were spectacular) and loved the impressive driveway. Everything was well appointed (particularly the bathrooms). We loved the outdoor living, and used the pizza oven twice (and were very pleased with the results!)
A.B from UK staying in Scaparzi. Sep 2019
Fienile
“ Wonderful stay at this gorgeous Tuscan villa! ”
We had a fantastic stay at the Fienile! The villa is beautifully appointed, very comfortable and perfect for my husband and I and 5 adult children. We especially appreciated the dinners outside overlooking the hills and enjoying gorgeous sunsets. Marco was a fantastic host and checked on us frequently. I would definitely recommend.
Cheryl and family staying in Fienile. Aug 2026
Fienile
“ A great house for families or friends ”
This is a great house for families or friends. Each room is large and has its own ensuite. There is a large family area and a fully equipped kitchen. The outdoor patio and pool are large and great for your group. The property is located near Siena but you don't know it. You're surrounded by the rolling hills of Tuscany, with views of vineyards, olive trees and cypress trees. Beautiful. Highly recommend.
Mike and family from USA staying in Fienile. May 2026
Fienile
“ Great Villa in Tuscany ”
We just spent a week at the villa Fienile and it was the perfect house for our family (or for couples). The house is located near Siena but you don't know it. The house is surrounded by the incredible rolling hills of Tuscany - vineyards, olive trees and cypress trees. Classic Tuscany, and beautiful. The bedrooms are large and offer plenty of space, and each has its own ensuite bathroom. There is also a large living space for the group, when you're not outside enjoying the pool and patio, The kitchen was also fully equipped should you decide to cook. The host was very responsive and helpful. We can't wait to return!
Mary staying in Fienile. May 2026
Fienile
“ Excellent Villa ”
Stayed in the villa for a week with our family of 10. For starters, Laura with Invitation for Tuscany was extraordinary helpful responding to numerous questions before and after booking the villa. Marco, the owner, is very accommodating and has done a very tasteful job of converting what was once a barn into a lovely villa. Some of the bedrooms convert to single beds which made the grandkids very happy that they did not have to share. The location is wonderful, being just outside the suburbs of Siena, close to a small town with a grocery store, but isolated enough with great views of the countryside. While always skeptical at the pictures I see on the website, rest assured it is a very good representation of reality. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Joe from the USA staying in Fienile. Apr 2025
Fienile
“ Great Stay ”
Wonderful location and beautiful Villa. 5 couples stayed comfortably with plenty of space. Place was very clean, updated, and well maintained. Very private. Communication with Marco and invitation to Tuscany was excellent. Would highly recommend!
Mr M.C, USA staying in Fienile. Sep 2024
Fienile
“ A Wonderful Property ”
We stayed in this home for 3 weeks and enjoyed every minute. Marco, the owner, met us the first day and provided an incredible briefing, along with detailed written information about the house and the local area (his restaurant recommendations are great). The home was clean and neat, and everything in the home worked and made the stay comfortable. Marco kept in contact to ensure there was nothing we needed or lacking in the home.
Marta, the owner of Marta's Cooking Classes, came to the home twice and prepared spectacular meals that were better than any we enjoyed in the many restaurants we visited. We have been to the Siena area three times before, but this property, and Marco and Marta, permitted us to have a completely different experience. For instance, we walked to San Miniato each morning and enjoyed cappuccinos and pastries in the local coffee cafe, which permitted us to meet the local baristas (an experience we also highly recommend).
We cannot recommend Fienile enough.
Mary & Friends staying in Fienile. Jun 2023
Fienile
“ Beautiful villa in gorgeous surroundings ”
Beautiful villa in gorgeous surroundings. Happy place. Lovely pool, al fresco eating, comfortable beds. Lovely decor, spotlessly clean. Marco, the owner, stopped by a couple of times to say hi. I'd highly recommend. Very close to Siena too. Take a cab, not worth the hassle of finding a parking place.
Sandra Thompson staying in Fienile. Jul 2015
Fienile
“ A very enjoyable two week stay ”
Great location - 20 mins from easy to access car park in Siena (Il Campo). Supermarket on road by from Siena to villa. Villa - Very clean, great use of space, comfortable furniture inside and out. Pool very clean and large. Lots of places to sit. Shade from the Sun if required at all times of the day. Wifi worked well. Villa well equipped. Air conditioning very cheap (25 Euros for two weeks, used every night). Owner was helpful and responsive. We had a very enjoyable two week stay.
Mr. S.J. and family, from the UK staying in Fienile. Sep 2014
Fienile
“ The villa is absolutely georgeous ”
This villa is absolutely gorgeous. Ten of us stayed there, ranging in age from 13 years to 59. Plenty of room for all. We didn't spend much time inside because the garden, patio and pool were so beautiful. We ate Italian family style dinners outside in the evening. Adults and kids alike hung out in the pool in until well after dark. The views from this villa are to die for, and the sunsets. We met Marco, the owner a couple of times. He was charming and extremely helpful. Wish I'd booked two weeks instead of one. You can get a taxi into Siena for ten euro, which is better than trying to park there. Can't say enough good things about this comfortable superb property. Loved it!
Mrs. S.T. and family from the USA staying in Fienile. Nov 2015
Fienile
“ Definitely recommend Fienile to family and friends ”
Fienile had wonderful indoor and outdoor space and was very comfortable for our group of 8. We loved dining outside at night under the canopy next to the pool while sharing our experiences and tasting our newly found Tuscany regional wines. Also, the terrace and garden views were so beautiful and relaxing...we often enjoyed our morning coffee there. The villa kitchen is very well equipped with plenty of glasses, dishes, pots and pans. We enjoy cooking, so we prepared several meals in the kitchen there. Two nights we arranged to have dinner catered...one was a drop-off and the other was an in-house cooking class. We enjoyed a full day private wine tour to Montalcino and another day trip to Antinori Winery. We also spent a few relaxing hours one day at the thermal springs (not sure of name). Of course, Siena itself had so much to offer in the way of shops, restaurants, and beautiful churches and museums. Our favorite restaurant in Siena was Trattoria Papei. On other days, we just drove and discovered small villages with very quaint restaurants for lunch and just enjoyed sitting and "soaking in" the atmosphere. We would definitely recommend Fienile to family and friends and would love to return with our family in a few years. Thanks for your help and information to make this a beautiful and memorable trip.
Mrs D.K. and family, USA staying in Fienile. Feb 2015
Fienile
“ Excellent base to explore this part of Italy ”
The property was delightful, beautifully situated in the peaceful hills with amazing views, yet only a very short drive (10 minutes) to Siena. The property was spacious and very well equipped. Wonderful gardens with terraces, a pool and fabulous views of the surrounding Tuscan countryside. The owner, Marco was most welcoming on arrival, showing us all round the property and ensuring us of his assistance should there have been anything we needed while staying. We enjoyed a brilliant evening when a local family came and cooked an amazing Italian feast for us - absolutely delicious! Plenty of beautiful places within easy striking distance. We would certainly recommend the villa as an excellent base to explore this part of Italy.
Mrs. C.A. and family, from the UK staying in Fienile. Feb 2014
Fienile
“ Very relaxed environment, well appointed spacious villa ”
We stayed at Fienile for a week with extended family (including 3 children between 1-3). Very relaxing environment, well appointed, spacious villa with good facilities (internet (which did drop out a bit)) and decent sized bedrooms and bathrooms. The outdoor area was well used and the pools proximity to the house was important to us with little children running around, the pool isn't fenced and we bough a water alarm for our 17 month old daughter in case she fell in. There is a lovely area for eating meals in-between the pool and the house. The location of the villa is excellent with a supermarket (Co-op) about 1.5 kms away and Siena a 15 minute drive. It is also conveniently located for day trips to other places in Tuscany (San Gimignano, Montepulciano, etc). Marco, the owner was very helpful and responsive to any issues or questions we had.
Mrs. C.C. and family, from the UK staying in Fienile. Aug 2012
Fienile
“ Lovely, very comfortable, clean and well-appointed ”
The house is lovely, very comfortable, clean and well-appointed. The pool is clean, close to the house and a good size for proper swimming as well as playing, though would not be suitable for very small children. The whole outdoor area, seating, dining etc is very well arranged. The owner was extremely helpful, and responded quickly when we had a couple of small issues or queries. The age range of the party was from 7 to 74 and all of us loved it.
Mrs. D.W. and family, from the UK staying in Fienile. Feb 2011
Fienile
“ A wonderful home during our two week stay ”
Il Fienile is a wonderful villa! There are six bedrooms (four double and two single) which were clean and comfortable with lots of wardrobe space, extra pillows, blankets and available plug-ins. There are four bathrooms with showers, 2 also have bidets. Hairdryers are provided as well. The kitchen is spacious with a large refrigerator and five burner gas stove with an electric oven. The kitchen is well-stocked with the cookware necessary to create your own gourmet meals. A stained glass window makes the atmosphere even more special. Three complete sets of china and a wide assortment of stemware are available for dining in the dining room or outside under the covered terrace beside the pool. The gardens are splendid and the pool, complete with a diving rock, is clean. There are lots of lights which allow the deck and gardens to be used after sunset. Access to the gardens is easy from one of two garden doors equipped with screens and shutters. The property, although not far from Siena and other villas, is secluded on a hillside from which the views are fabulous. The overall ambience of this stone house furnished with antiques and semi-precious art work is luxurious. The owner lives near by and is available to answer questions and deal expeditiously with any concerns. The available WiFi worked well but downloading was sometimes slow in the evening. Il Fienile was a wonderful home during our two week stay. It is centrally located for easy access to many Tuscan must-see places like Siena, Montepulcino, Castello di Verrazzano, Lucca and San Gimignano. For an extra special treat, contact Emily at a Tuscan Table (www.atuscantable.com). She can prepare a scrumptious meal for you at the villa.
Mrs. L.L. and family, from the USA staying in Fienile. Dec 2010
Villa Fobbia
“ All expectations have been exceeded ”
Families Aurora and Prasad from Singapore, Uk and US descended on Villa Fobbia for a family get together. And wow! All expectations have been exceeded! You're home is truly exceptional - we just loved the classic decor, the many artefacts around the villa giving us insight into the owners life and likes! The beautiful scented white wisteria was the perfect background for long evenings in this space, the table tennis and pool area insanely tempting. Your gardener does a fantastic job as the grounds and views are beyond words...
We've tried the reccomended local restaraunts, Valentinas and Ceccino, been on day trips to Florence, Lucca, Cinque Terre, Bolgheri Wine District, Forte dei Marmi and had Bernado and Chrisvinas, the private chefs cooking for a suprise 60th!
All Bellissimo! Can't wait to come back
Families Aurora and Prasad from Singapore staying in Villa Fobbia. Apr 2026
Villa Fobbia
“ Great Villa In the Hills! ”
We had an amazing week at Villa Fobbia. The Villa is in the hills and you should expect a bit of narrow, steep windy roads to get there. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the Owners who showed us around their great home. The views are amazing.
The villa was clean, in great condition, well stocked, secure, and had ample space for our crew of 8 (including two young teens). Note there is no air conditioning, and we had a heat wave during our week, so the days were a bit warm in the house.... nights were not an issue as the air cooled down at night, and the fans in every bedroom helped too.
The pool was a great amenity during the warm days. We scheduled two chef dinners and one cooking class during the week, and the kitchen with the adjacent al fresco dining area worked great.
Note - it can get a little buggy in the evenings if eating outside. Local wineries and restaurants are within a 20 to 30 minute drive, and don't miss out on visiting Lucca. Our hosts and Invitation to Tuscany representatives were always available and very helpful. I highly recommend a stay at Villa Fobbia.
Gregory and family staying in Villa Fobbia. Aug 2025
Villa Fobbia
“ Summer Stay August 2024 ”
We had a fantastic stay at Villa Fobbia and would thoroughly recommend. The house in the mountains makes the most of the enviable views and was very comfortable for our group of 10 (adults and teens), with lots of different areas to relax and unwind. The owners are generously sharing their home and this comes across in all the thoughtful touches across the whole property. We look forward to returning.
Rowena and Family staying in Villa Fobbia. Aug 2024
Villa Fobbia
“ We loved Fobbia ”
We loved Fobbia and had a very relaxing holiday, largely by the pool. The villa itself is beautiful, really stylish, and every room is lovely! More accessible to shops etc this time which is a bonus. I’m sure you’ll have very satisfied guests staying there in the future.
Sarah and family from UK staying in Villa Fobbia. Sep 2023
Villa Fobbia
“ Agent visit ”
I had first visited this house in early 2023, but in June I finally had the chance to take our Danish Agents (Ponti&Sofia), our London Agent Laura and our Australian agent Marian to see Villa Fobbia. We stopped for a meal at Valentino's, in nearby Fiano, as we always like to test local restaurants whenever possible. Valentino's did not disappoint, with course after course of delicious Tuscan locally produced food brought out to us as we all surreptitiously loosened our belts. After our coffees, having refused the proffered Amaro Digestivo, we headed up to Fobbia where I was delighted to see everybody as bowled over as I was by the elegance of the interiors, the quality of the furniture and the generosity of the outdoor spaces. Villa Fobbia really is a very special place and I hope you all enjoy it! Dan.
Agency Visit staying in Villa Fobbia . Jun 2023
Celeste
“ Quiet, peaceful and relaxing. ”
My friend and I enjoyed four days at this beautiful, peaceful villa and it was absolutely perfect - we couldn't have asked for more! The house has excellent facilities and is clean, organised and comfortable. The pool was glorious and the central location allowed us to explore the region with trips to Lucca and Florence via train, whilst also having a home base to unwind. Francesco was a wonderful host, going above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. He was so helpful and friendly and provided us with a lot of helpful local knowledge to get the best out of our time there. We will definitely be back, thank you for a wonderful stay!
Andrea staying in Celeste. Jun 2024
Podere Castello
“ Beautiful well equipped villa in stunning location, perfect for a family holiday. ”
We booked the villa for a family reunion and landmark birthday celebration. The villa has seven spacious en suite bedrooms, it is well equipped, the support staff are easy to get hold of and any requests were handled promptly. We asked for a recommendation for a personal chef and Chef Gabriele produced a wonder birthday lunch for fifteen people. The outdoor spaces are gorgeous and the gardens well maintained. Our grandchildren enjoyed the pool and the young adults made full use of the turkish sauna and steam room. Most of the bedrooms are beautifully fitted out so it was odd to have a bedroom with no bedside tables, only a wooden chair. The seventh bedroom downstairs is equipped for wheelchair access and a bed for a carer. Our family used it as an extra bedroom. It does not have any windows that open up which made it quite stuffy. A number of us found the pillows in the bedrooms too firm. The villa met all our expectations and our family had a truly wonderful time.
Rui and family staying in Podere Castello. Apr 2026
Podere Castello
“ It's like heaven on earth ”
We were 11 adults and enjoyed the time in the perfectly equipped house extremely. It has everything your heart desires. Viola and Christina were excellent hosts 5.0 is too little - you should give 10.0 We will be back
Birgit staying in Podere Castello. Oct 2024
Podere Castello
“ This ranks as the top location we have stayed ”
We spent four amazing days in Tuscany at this beautiful location. We were traveling with our best friends from the United States and could not have been more impressed with the location, the peacefulness, the amazing accommodations and the overall feeling of tranquility at the villa. We have traveled a lot of places in the world and this ranks as the top location we have stayed. The pool and the spa accommodations are second to none. The view from this area is breathtaking and the sunsets are awesome. We only had two couples in a house that had six master bedrooms and large bathroom suites. Each one was decorated differently and was extremely well done. Needless to say, we had way too much space but it was well worth the price we paid regardless. The adjacent church and grounds only added to the ambience of the experience. You’ve truly felt like you were stepping back in time, but still had all of the modern amenities and then some for today. Christine was an awesome hostess!!
Marty, Arkansas staying in Podere Castello. Sep 2024
Massimo
“ Montestigliano villa Massimo ”
The setting is beautiful, very picturesque.
We stayed in Villa Massimo, clean and well appointed, there were four of us, myself my wife and our two boys; two in each bedroom, the boys beds were to be made up as singles but were set up as a double; this worked in our favour as we took the room without en-suite as the views were fantastic from the back bedroom.
When we booked the villa we looked at a large number of properties in the area, one of the reasons we chose Montestigliano was the listed activities, shown on their website. Unfortunately there was a large party celebrating their 10th wedding anniversary and as such only one of the two listed themed nights took place and no other activities were scheduled for our week, this was very disappointing and took the shine off of our stay, this would be a five star review if this had not happened.
We should have been notified that this was the case thus managing our expectations or allowing us to choose another location.
If we were going back to Tuscany I would definitely consider going back to Montestigliano, but I would check prior to booking; ensuring that there was nothing organised such as a wedding, anniversary or reunion to avoid disappointment
Would I recommend Montestigliano- yes, I would also recommend checking what’s on with them first , beautiful location, lovely setting nice accommodation and the one night that was organised was great fun
Julie and family staying in Massimo. Jun 2025
Massimo
“ Our experience was magical ”
We stayed 5 weeks at Montestigliano this Fall. Our experience was magical. Our villa, Casa Massimo, was a delight - modern, spacious, well-equipped and comfortable. The grounds were beautiful, quiet and allowed spectacular views. Francisco, the manager/concierge could not have been more helpful. The location is convenient to Siena and there are nearby villages with outstanding restaurants and all the essentials one might need. We will be staying at Montestigliano again, without doubt!!
Mike staying in Casa Massimo. Sep 2023
Massimo
“ Highly recommend this estate ”
Montestigliano was recommended to me by a friend, who said great things about her stay there in 2010. I looked at other sites in the general area, but nothing seemed better than her recommendation. The villa had everything we needed for a very comfortable week's stay in the Tuscan countryside, and bucket-loads of charm as well. The whole estate is picture-book perfect. There are numerous walking trails, including one to the nearest village where good coffee can be had. 2 pools (one designated for families) operate in the warmer months. We did not miss having a TV. Good WiFi kept us connected with the world (when we wanted to be). The estate is a short drive from the nearest small town for essential supplies, and less than 30 minutes' drive from Siena - a magical place that we went back to a number of times over the week. The opportunity to join other guests for a traditional Sienese dinner was fantastic. The estate's own olive oil is a wonderful product, which we made use of while we were there (and would have liked to take home, except our baggae limits wouldn't allow it!). Highly recommend this estate - I doubt you will have a better experience, and staff will do everything they can to make your stay memorable!
Anonymous guests, Australia staying in Massimo. Dec 2012
Villa dei Fiori
“ FANTASTIC VILLA DEI FIORI ”
Villa dei Fiori not only lived up to our expectations from the photos on the website, it exceeded those expectations. The house itself was fantastic - very comfortable bedrooms, the bathrooms were high quality, the kitchen had everything we needed and the lounge area was very comfortable and relaxing. Outside, there were a couple of attractive eating areas, and several places to sit and relax. The pool and the surrounding area was terrific - with plenty of space to sit or lie in the sun, or to enjoy the shade under the pergola. We had a wonderful time, and are already planning a return visit!
Colm and family staying in Villa dei Fiori. Aug 2025
Villa dei Fiori
“ We cannot wait to visit again! ”
We had an absolutely lovely time, and much was thanks to our warmly gracious and responsive hosts, Alessio and Cinzia. The property and villa was beautifully taken care of, clean, and met most of our needs… we cannot wait to visit again!
A., USA staying in Villa dei Fiori. Sep 2024
Villa dei Fiori
“ Wir würden gerne wiederkommen ”
Wir haben hier 5 Nächte verbracht. Wurden sehr freundlich empfangen, die Gastgeben waren sehr bemüht uns alles gut zu erklären. Im Haus war alles vorhanden, was wir gebraucht haben. Die Anlage ist wunderschön und sehr sauber. Lage: etwas abseits gelegen, aber man hat seine Ruhe und Schönheit der Toskana um sich. Wir würden gerne wiederkommen:-) In der 2 Etage dauert es etwas länger, bis es heißes Wasser im der Dusche/ Badewanne läuft. Wir haben uns dann einfach unter geduscht. Es ist für uns nicht dramatisch gewesen.
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We spent five nights here. We received a very friendly welcome, and the hosts were very keen to explain everything to us. The house had everything we needed. The property is beautiful and very clean. The location is a bit out of the way, but you're surrounded by the peace and beauty of Tuscany. We would love to come back :-) On the second floor, it takes a little longer for the hot water to run in the shower/bathtub. We just took a shower. It wasn't a problem for us.
Olga, germany staying in Villa dei Fiori. May 2024
Torrevista
“ Ideal stay for groups ”
Ideal stay for groups, to getting around in Tuscany, quite close to many attractions in the regionThe neighborhood was fantastic. The mansion is perfectly equipped, even with basic spices, oil, vinegar, for first day cooking. The owner was really helpful
Andras and family from Hungart staying in Torrevista. Oct 2024
Torrevista
“ Relaxing family holiday in a fantastic environment ”
Great location with a great view. The house was what you would imagine a villa in the middle of a winery in Tuscany. We were thrilled!
Eva and family from Austria staying in Torrevista. Jun 2023
Torrevista
“ We really enjoyed our stay at Torrevista ”
We really enjoyed our stay at Torrevista. The weather was great and the property just what we expected. I have to also say how satisfied I was with our overall experience using Invitation to Tuscany for our booking. Lyn was a great help and the whole process from making the initial reservations, being able to make them in English, making payments, getting information on the property and area in advance. The Internet is an amazing tool for this. I really appreciated how Lyn tried contacting us before our arrive to make sure we knew how to get to Torrevista as the address does not show up on GPS navigation. We would like to go back sometime.
We will highly recommend Invitation to Tuscany to anyone we know interested in traveling to Tuscany. Thanks for helping us have such a great vacation/holiday.
Mr. R.M. and family, USA staying in Torrevista.
Torrevista
“ Great value here! ”
Great value here! The hosts were fantastic and personable. The complimentary wine tasting is not to be missed - definitely a highlight of the trip. It's your own piece of heaven - very close to San Gimignano!I would definitely stay here again!
Mr. J.R. with family and friends, USA staying in Torrevista.