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Villa with private pool, air conditioning near wineries at 3km from village
CHIANCIANO terme, Tuscany

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dawn M., Carmel

Liked: Cleanliness
One of the best stays ever.....
We had 8 people, 4 sisters and our adult daughters. The Villa was big enough to easily accommodate us. It was the perfect location to stay while venturing out to all the cities and towns that we wanted to see. The train to Florence was only 15 minutes away and it was a quick 1.5 hours to the most beautiful city in the world. The host, Raffaelle, is on property a lot. At first it was awkward, but he is the nicest man and so sweet, that it worked out just fine. There is no instruction manual in the Villa, so we had to reach out to Raffaelle everyday with questions. Where to take trash? How to run the washing machine? How to use the oven? But he QUICKLY responded and took care of us. The house was clean, the beds were comfortable, the showers hot and the Host was welcoming! Note....you only get one towel per person for the whole stay. I would absolutely stay there again! It was charming, magical and perfect!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Mark W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Would not come back
Photos are very stylized. Makes the house look very bright and light. It is not. The house is dark. All the bedrooms are dark. When we arrived there was mould on all the showerheads and the washing machine. Towels were very old. The showers are ridiculously small and and a slight knock opened the door and water flooded out. Had a dishwasher but no soaps provided. Went to have a glass of wine and the first 3 glasses I pulled were dirty with lipstick stains. The outside pool area was a shambles. The fake grass carpet was lifted up everywhere, all the chairs were either upside down or flipped on their sides. No outdoor furniture was clean or ready to use. I had to wipe down the table and chairs myself so we could use them. It's a quiet area, but we found the house lacking in most areas, especially for the prices being charged and would never consider returning. Whoever posted the images representing the inside as having lots of natural light is falsely representing the property. Stayz should ask them to re-photograph with realistic images of the inside.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2023
We don't understand the reason for such a review. The other guests that stayed in October 2023 where all happy about the property and have all posted good reviews and were especially happy about the cleanliness. We absolutely dispute or criticism of the photographs (which we also consider outrageous).The photographs have been online since 2017 and no other guests has had any complaint in all those years (you can see a lot of reviews on the site), so it's your own idea but it's not shared by all the other guests that have stayed with us from 2017. The dozens of reviews received are proof that the photographs give an absolutely truthful view of the property. You rented the house for a few days at the end of October and naturally the sun began to set earlier and the weather was also cloudy and rainy. So the house may have seemed a little darker. We apologize if things were not tidied up outside but before your arrival there was a heavy storm and there was no way to tidy up. There have been very rainy and cold days and it was not possible to come to fix it (in some areas of Tuscany the rains at the end of October 2023 were so strong that they caused great damage and some people also died.....so it was not just a littlebit of rain). Unfortunalety we can't grant good weather. The prices we ask are far from being luxury considering it's a property for 10....you have booked for 3 person, maybe better to book next time a smaller and cheaper house (the other 3 guests that have booked the property in October 2023 were all groups of 4-6 persons and all happy about the property as shown in the reviews).

8/10 Good

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rural Area But Beautiful Setting
Our group of six (3 couples) spent three nights at this villa and enjoyed our stay. While it’s in a fairly rural area with extremely bumpy roads, the views from the pool are beautiful and the villa is in good shape. We also found some nice restaurants that were no more than 10 minutes away by car. One day we went on an e-bike tour guided by Andrea with Pastrimotors which was both fun and challenging given the hilly terrain. If you’re interested in visiting Montalcino, it’s about an hours drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic Charm
An authentic home with lots of charm. The location was beautiful and was nice to have the pool. The beds were comfortable and lots of rooms. Very clean. The location is good; not far from the town and the Co-op grocery store to get extras; more tp, paper towels and coffee. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Pam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Tuscan Villa
Such a calm, relaxing place to stay. The villa has lots of room, a nice big kitchen on both floors, and a beautiful pool. The host provided prosecco, wine and sparkling water for us, which was lovely. The highlight of our stay was the cooking class provided by Leonardo. So much fun and lots of food! We had leftovers for the next day. The listing mentions the bbq, however it hadn’t been cleaned, so we couldn’t make use of it- this was our only disappointment. Overall, we enjoyed our stay here very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Lovely Villa in a Great Location
A really good property in a fantastic location - the vineyard opposite the end of the drive is brilliant! Stunning countryside and very convenient for towns such as Chinciano and Montepulciano. Great pool meticulously maintained every day by the owner (don't expect an early morning swim!) The villa is a little "tired" in places - one of the handrails to the pool area was treacherous, for example, and the cutlery/crockery/glassware could be improved. Mosquitoes were a menace but you can't blame the host for them! There could be more information to hand - we wanted to watch the start of the Rugby World Cup on our final night but there was no way to make the TV work and it was late in the evening to contact our host. We had Leo, the owner's son, to cook a meal one night. It was absolutely delicious but a little pricy compared with what we paid at local restaurants. Overall, a brilliant holiday and, despite my small quibbles, I would recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jayne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views
Loved our stay .Beautiful location with stunning views over the lush countryside. Couldn't have wished for a better stay . Did have a problem with mosquitos , so plenty of repellent needed. One of the rooms was advertised as a twin but was in fact a double , but Rafael quickly provided bedding for the sofa bed . Location perfect to get about and visit places ... Montepulciano gorgeous place to visit as was Sienna. Local vineyard poggio del Moro was well worth a visit to taste the gorgeous red wines and see the stunning views. Villa perfect to chill and relax , really good size pool 👍and lovely sitting area with barbecue. Would definitely recommend and would 100% return if we visited Tuscany again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chianciano Terme Holiday
This rental was a good location for our group of 4 adults. We had amazing views. Our host Raffaele was very helpful and gracious.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hi Bernard Many thanks for your review!! Ciao Guido & Raffaele

10/10 Excellent

Joe G., Spokane, WA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
Everything about our stay was wonderful. The host was very helpful, kind and ensured a wonderful experience. The location was perfect for rest and relaxation away from the hustle and bustle and provided for easy day trips to Montalcino, Montepulciano, Assis, etc. . Chianciano Terme is just a short drive away for grocery shopping. We'd highly recommend scheduling a cooking class as well. We had delicious leftovers for several days. Thank you for the wonderful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Tuscany Base
We stayed in Guido's villa last week and had a great time. We do a villa holiday every year as a big group of (8) friends and this one was one of the best - and certainly had the best pool which we made much use of. We enjoyed being able to have a tour of a local vineyard at Poggio del Moro and visit places like Montepulciano in the evenings. Rosso Vivo Pizzeria Verace was also a great more local pizzeria. Guido and Raf were very responsive on the vrbo chat and were great with our later-than-planned check in. Thanks :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hi Charlie Many thanks for your review!!! Ciao Guido

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena B.

Liked: Cleanliness
tuscany in a nutshell!
We were very happy about our stay at the house. It's super cute and so authentic. We definitelly got the vibe of Tuscany! Location is perfect. We were looking for a place to rest and the fact that there are no neighbors right next to you is amazing. The only problem we had was the heat wave so it would be great if the AC unit upstairs were working better. Other than that everything was great! It's a beautiful, authentic house located in a small village, peacefull and quiet. The owner is super nice. He comes to clean the pool every morning. His son is an amazing chef and cooked for us an amazing dinner once. We also got some fresh vegetables from his garden. That is such a uniqe experience! The vineayrd nearby, 5 minutes walking distance is definitelly worth the visit! Amazing wine and great family experience, so welcoming!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hi Magdalena Many thanks for your review!!! It were very very hot but we will check the AC on the first floor Ciao Guido

10/10 Excellent

Catlan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Country Home
We had a near-perfect stay at the villa with days full of sunshine, swimming in the pool, and exploring nearby towns. The house is very comfortable and immaculately kept with a well-stocked kitchen that enabled us to cook most of our meals at home. We loved cooking with Leonardo, the owner's son, so much that we asked him to do two cooking classes with us at the house. We slept well every night and would return to this property in a heartbeat! The only slight negatives were that there isn't a handbook for the house so it's a bit unclear on what to do with garbage, how to open the gate to leave the property, wifi access, etc. The owner was very responsive, so we received the information quickly, but it would be nicer to not have to ask each time. Also, the owner is at the property every day, watering plants, caring for the land, etc. so it was not as private as we expected when booking. Even with those slight issues, we would stay here again and highly recommend the home and location!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Visit!
Thanks so much to Guido for being a wonderful host. We had an amazing cooking lesson with Leo that we are still thinking about! Guido went out of his way to send me a a package left in the villa - above and beyond. Thank you again. Leslie
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hi Leslie Many thanks for your review!!!! Hope to hhost you again ciao

10/10 Excellent

Claire d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family retreat
We had a wonderful five day stay at Raffaele‘s property. We were a group of parents, grandparents, teenagers and dogs. The layout of the house gave everyone enough space and privacy. The bed linens were very nice, and extra blankets were welcome on chilly mornings. There were plenty of bath towels, too. The kitchens - there are two! - are well equipped. We used the barbecue outside frequently and loved being able to grill with such a beautiful view of the surrounding countryside. The surrounding property is stunning, with olive groves, grape vines and fields as far as the eye can see. Morning coffee on the porch followed by walk through the olive groves was a real highlight for me. The property is about a 10 minute drive to the nearest town and grocery store, and a wonderful butcher. Be sure to ask Raffaele for a recommendation as the butcher is terrific. The train station is approx 20 minutes away. There are a few wineries within walking distance. Pienza is a 30 min drive, Siena and Arezzo are approximately an hour by car. I cannot overstate the charm of the Podere. It is truly a countryside retreat, offering the opportunity to just sit on the porch and look at nature if that is what you like, but with plenty to do if you feel more active. I should know that there is a (completely fenced) pool, but we did not go in as it was a bit chilly. It looks beautiful and is certainly well-maintained. * since I have teenagers, the staunchest critics of Wi-Fi, I will add this: the Wi-Fi is decent. It is exactly what I have found at most places in Italy. If you’re coming from the US you may find it slow. However, I think this is about as fast as it gets in Italy. It is certainly enough to do most things online.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hello Claire Many thanks for your review!! Ciao Guido & Raffaele

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming vacation
We spent a wonderful 5 days here with adult children. Something for everyone. We enjoyed a cooking class with Raffaele's son in the kitchen. It was centrally located to all amenities: market, stores, vineyards, other towns to visit. While it was too cold for the pool or vegetable garden, Raffaele had bottles of wine and olive oil available. So gracious. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hello Marcelina We hope to host you again soon!! Ciao

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Tuscan Villa in Chianchiano Terme
This villa was everything advertised and more! The property and views are incredible and the pool was perfect for the warm days! But the highlight is the host Raffael! He is the perfect host, greeted us upon arrival with his home made olive oil and local wine (from the vineyard across the road!!). He and his wife and friend made dinner for the six of us on two of the nights we were there - it was fantastic!! The attention to every detail made us feel so welcomed and comfortable. The villa itself is lovely, clean and spacious. I would highly recommend this villa to anyone and hope that some day we may be lucky enough to go back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hello Kimberly Many thanks for your review ciao

10/10 Excellent

Stan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Villa in Tuscany!
We had a WONDERFUL week in Tuscany staying in this villa! It was very Tuscan, was large, with all of the required amenities - and the view was breathtaking of the olive trees, grape vines, hills..... It was a great location to explore nearby cities - we visited Montepulciano, San Gimignano, Siena, Radda, Cortona and Lake Tresimo on day trips! In addition, the BEST winery in all of Tuscany - for the wine tasting experience AND the wine is La Cignozza - literally right across the road - we walked to it! The owner brought us fresh tomatoes and homemade olive oil that were delicious! Booking with Guido was very easy and he was always very responsive with our questions. We HIGHLY recommend this villa in Tuscany!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hello Dana & Stan, Thanks for your great review!!!...happy to know you have had a wonderful stay. Hope to host you again in the future Ciao Guido

10/10 Excellent

Susan Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tuscan Perfection
We have been to Tuscany before but the location and accommodations in the house were perfect for us. This was a vaction for us and our daughters, one of whom brought her BF. The bedrooms are layed out so that each room has a degree of privacy. The pool was perfect and the location made trips into the country side very easy. We also took the train for Florence from Chuisi which was also very convenient. Raffele was the a perfect host, his tomatoes and basil a treat, and his lovely wife made us a delicious dinner our first night. Would highly recommend this house and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hello Susan Many thanks for your review Ciao Guido

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Home
We were a group of eight (extended family from the US gathering together for vacation). This home provided us with the most wonderful experience in Tuscany. There was plenty of space for sleeping as well as gathering together as a group (both indoors and outdoors). The house was very clean and so charming. They property manager was very responsive to any questions we had. The pool is huge and perfect for cooling off after a day of sightseeing-definitely our kids’ favorite part. The view from the home is incredible. You won’t be disappointed if your travels lead you here. I recommend this home without any reservation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just perfect!
The villa exceeded our expectations. It was beautifully located and in immaculate condition. It had everything we needed and the pool was cleaned every morning. Pool towels were even provided. The owner was incredibly helpful and brought us fresh fruit and vegetables from his garden, also his own olive oil. His daughter cooked us a wonderful meal one night and was on hand for babysitting if needed. We were a group of 8 adults and one toddler and we all had the most wonderful holiday. We visited Siena & Montepulciano and had two mornings at the local thermal spa, Terme Theia which was only a 10 minute drive away; there were even childrens facilities there. All in all it was just a perfect holiday
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Adriana L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Off the beaten path
This property was off the beaten path for sure, we had to drive absolutely everywhere. The property was beautiful and well maintained, and we wish we could have taken advantage of the beautiful pool, but we had weird weather. The property manager was able to assist us if we needed anything at all, and he was always available and quick! The only downside was, we got pegged with a cleaning fee when he came to check-us out. We were not aware of it because we booked through the APP and not on the actual website. Upon investigation, we compared the two and realized the app was missing information. So beware. Obviously we paid him, and were upset about it, but the property manger threw in a bottle of wine as a gesture of good will.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
The property lies on an asphalùted and easy to reach road at 3km from the town of Chianciano Terme. We have sent you two times (after the booking & after the balance payment the arrival instructions that includes gps and googlemap link of the property) Thanks for the review about the property self. In the house rules it's clearly written there is a final cleaning charge to pay on spot. I have also checked the APP, To complete the booking you have to accept the house rules (through check box) where the cleaning fee is clearly written. After the booking and balance payment we have send a payment/rentalconfirmation where the final cleaning fee is clearly mentioned. so it's hard to believe you was not aware of it.

8/10 Good

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A week in Tuscany
The house was just what we expected. Raffaelle was very helpful with our questions, and very quick to respond to everything. It would have been useful to have a house manual to inform us of the facilities. We found the safe when we were leaving. The pool was a delight. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Amazing experience in Tuscany with wonderful villa and owner
This villa has it all, real Tuscan decor, amazing views, a pool, and a great location! We spent a month in this villa as a family of seven - with three kids - and could not have been happier. Raffael, the villa owner, is incredibly generous, sharing wine, limoncello made from lemons on his property, vegetables grown on the property, and olive oil made from his own olives. He also made us handmade pizzas from a pizza oven on the property for dinner while we were there. This villa had charm, and I had read in an earlier review that people working on the property became part of that charm and experience, and they could not have been more correct. We began to look forward to seeing Raffael each day and having time for a quick chat with him. We were also incredibly fortunate to meet his wife, daughter (who cooked a meal and babysat for us) and his friends. We were also connected with a local cook, Averino, who was beyond talented. Everything he cooked was delicious. Raffael recommended us to some amazing local places - wineries and restaurants - and we were treated like royalty at each of those locations because we told them we were staying at Il Biancospino (Raffael's villa). It was an amazing month in Italy and if we every have the opportunity to go back to Tuscany, we would only consider staying here.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Lovely week in the Tuscan countryside
Our week at Il Biancospino (finally looked it up--The Hawthorn in English) was wonderful for so many reasons--the incredible beauty of Tuscany, fascinating hill towns, our entire family being together for the week--but Mr. Raffaele's hospitality and the farmhouse were chief among them. First of all, the location is great. It has a panoramic view of the area and feels private and remote, yet is only 3 km from Chianciano and the old town (not to mention a very good supermarket, Coop). The farmhouse was spacious and comfortable, and it was so nice to have the private pool at which to relax and refresh. It is also clearly a property that is still worked--Mr. Raffaele has olive trees, an extensive garden, and keeps bees--and while that aspect of it was a bit unexpected when we first arrived, we soon found it to be part of the comfort and charm of the place. And Mr. Raffaele himself was wonderful--he greeted us with a bottle of prosecco, beer, and some of his own olive oil, arranged to have Averino, a fantastic chef, prepare two meals for us, and set up a wine tasting at La Fontanelle in Chianciano through his friend Hector. He was attentive and responsive to our needs during the week without being intrusive. It was a great week--we highly recommend the property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Frank B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolles Haus
Wir durften 2 Wochen in diesem tollen Ferienhaus Urlaub machen. Tolle Lage auf einem Berg mit atemberaubenden Blick über die Landschaft, schöner großer Pool und ausreichend Platz. Der Kontakt zum Betreiber war top - jederzeit wieder !!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hallo Frank Danke!!!! .....Ich hoffe, Sie wieder bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen Viele Grusse Guido

10/10 Excellent

Roberto T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superbe séjour dans la province de Sienne
Maison très spacieuse. Nous étions 6 adultes et aucun soucis d'espace. Magnifiquement située, à proximité des vignobles, de Montepulciano, Pienza, Montalcino, Sienna, ... Je recommande aussi un tour en vespa que l'on peut louer au centre historique de Chianciano.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katja L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exellent villa for two families
Great location and visit the vinery across the road
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Anna L.

Tolles Erlebnis
Das Haus hat eine super Lage, ist abgelegen und trotzdem in der Nähe eines Supermarkts. Die Außenanlagen mit Pool und Terrasse hat viele Möglichkeiten eröffnet. Die Küchenausstattung war zufriedenstellend. Alles in allem ein sehr angenehmer Aufenthalt.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carola H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heerlijke week!
Met onze 4 kinderen (15-23 jaar) een heerlijke week gehad in Raffaeles huis. Airco's in alle slaapkamers, heerlijk rustige omgeving maar toch dicht bij prachtige dorpjes. Fijn zwembad en op dinsdagavond heeft Leonardo (zoon) heerlijk voor ons gekookt. We zouden graag een keer terug gaan!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hallo Carola Hartelijke bedankt, jullie nogmaals te hosten!

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Villa with superb view and large pool
We spend one week with two families in this villa. It was straight perfect. The location is close enough to the next town with good dinner options (Il Buco, make sure to reserve) and still very quiet so you feel like you cannot disturb anyone. The owner Raffaele was great. It was the much mentioned „come as guests, leave as friends“ feeling, even though they are only on the property once a day to check the pool. Raffaele and his son gave great tips for sightseeing and his son and his wife even cooked one evening an amazing dinner for us. Make sure you ask for a tour of one of the vinkards just accross the street. We went to the one that is a bit further away (maybe a 10 minute walk) and both the wine and the service was great. The inside was as described. It is not mentioned in the profile, but all four bedrooms have a AC, not only the first floor bedrooms. The setup with two seperatable apartments worked perfect for us as two families of four each, because even though we e.g. only used one kitchen it still gave some distance between the families to e.g. each have enough room to leave their stuff lying around. And still the downstairs kitchen and also indoor table easily fits 8-10 people. We were very happy to have found this gem. Thank you Raffaele and your Family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Iva F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schönes Haus in der Natur
Das Haus ist umgeben von Feldern und dennoch nah am Ort (mit dem Auto 10 Minuten). Es gibt keine Nachbarn, die man stören kann. Das Haus war sauber und schön aufgeteilt. Wir haben die Zeit sehr genossen.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Valerie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour parfait
Magnifique maison parfaitement entretenue dans une région particulièrement attachante.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Merci !! CdL Guido

10/10 Excellent

Kirsikka N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway in Tuscany!
A very nice villa situated near beautiful Tuscan villages, 2 hours' drive from Rome airport. Villa was equipped well for 2 families, outside barbeque was excellent and the swimming pool was enjoyed by the children. Car is needed for grocery shopping. We loved the surrounding countryside and views around the villa, very calm and quiet area next to a lovely vineyard. Highly recommended:)
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Thanks Guido