Joelle
(UK)
Due Leoni at Montebuoni
Location address: Lecchi in Chianti - Siena
2012 Prices
from 564 to 905 GBP
from 564 to 905 GBP
2 people
1 bedroom
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
Shared Pool
Shared Pool
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Villa Due Leoni is a great place to stay for couples. Located just off the square, on the main footpath, that leads down to the swimming pool and tennis court, next door to the hamlet’s small chapel.
Large double glass doors open directly into the bright open plan living space which is comfortably furnished with sofas, chairs and satellite TV (Due to heading to the ASTRA – Satellite the most programmes are not in English – more or less only news).
The fully equipped kitchen is to one side and has an oven with hob, fridge, coffee machine, dishwasher and dining suite. Double doors lead out on to the terrace area which has a table and chairs.
Doors from the living area give access to the large bedroom which has a double wrought iron bed a wardrobe and a door leading out on to the terrace which runs across the rear of the property. Next door is the bathroom with shower.
Outside the large furnished terrace, has spectacular views over the Tuscan countryside, with its olive groves and rolling hillsides and the romantic castle of San Polo in Rosso across the valley. This is the perfect spot to sit and relax with a glass of the local Chianti wine, watching the sun go down.
Due Leoni is an experience of romance, beauty, and luxury.
Clients comments : Pam, just a note to say how much we enjoyed our stay at Due Leoni, who could fail not to??!! please pass our thanks again to Sabina & Sean, very professional & friendly. Till the next time.
Cheers from Sara & Peter
Clients comments : Pam, just a note to say how much we enjoyed our stay at Due Leoni, who could fail not to??!! please pass our thanks again to Sabina & Sean, very professional & friendly. Till the next time.
Cheers from Sara & Peter
Traveller reviews for
Montebuoni
Due Leoni
What were the highlights of your stay? Visiting Casanuova di Ana, met some other travellers there that we will likely connect with in the future. Dinner & Lunch in Lecchi on various days - walking back thru the path (needs some clipping for ease of travel). ...
La Vigna
What were the highlights of your stay?
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? very pleasant.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? our only issue was that we had not factored in how long it would take to get to various places ...
Montebuoni with pool and tennis
Discover the enchanting Tuscany in central Italy. On a ridge overlooking the beautiful Tuscan countryside with its olive groves and vineyards, lies the undiscovered Montebuoni, a group of private villas and apartments surrounded by olive groves and beautifully manicured gardens and courtyards.
Discover the enchanting Tuscany in central Italy. On a ridge overlooking the beautiful Tuscan countryside with its olive groves and vineyards, lies the undiscovered Montebuoni, a group of private villas and apartments surrounded by olive groves and beautifully manicured gardens and courtyards.
The large swimming pool is to one side of the hamlet, surrounded by mature shrubs and trees, with views of the rolling hillside in the distance. This is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of this unspoilt heaven. The swimming pool is 15 metres x 7.5 metres and is accessed by ladder. There is also a small children’s swimming pool, which has a constant depth of one metre. Both pools are open from Easter until November.
Montebuoni was once a large estate producing wine and olive oil. It is these original buildings which have been restored and modernised to a very high standard, whilst still maintaining many of the original features, which make Montebuoni such a great place to stay. All the properties are fully furnished and well equipped, most have their own private terraces or balconies and some have their own garden.
Montebuoni has its own full size astro-turf tennis court located in the grounds near the pool area, and there are rackets and balls available. There is a small typical Chianti village a short walk from the hamlet, with a grocery store which stocks all the basics, plus local wines, oils, hams and cheeses. Visit the next door vineyard Castello di Ama one of the Chianti regions finest wine producers for a wine tasting session. Learn how to cook traditional Tuscan dishes at ‘Toscana Mia’ cookery school, who will organise long or short courses to suit your needs – even the children can get involved!
For those who wish to explore the areas major cities and museums the hamlet is ideally located for day excursions to Florence, Siena, Arezzo and Pisa as well as discovering the smaller unknown Tuscan villages. Check out the events calendar on our home page to see if there are any festivals or events taking place that you can enjoy during your stay.
Pool Info
Enter the enchanting splendour of Tuscany. Deep in the heart of Italy, the beauty and charm of the legendary Chianti region awaits you at Montebuoni. Perched on a ridge above rolling hillsides of vineyards and olive groves, Montebuoni is one of Chianti's best-kept secrets. Panoramic views and tranquil elegance. The perfect retreat.
Fully decorated cottages nestled among oak, pine and cypress trees open onto private patios and gardens. At one time an olive and wine-producing estate, Montebuoni's original handcrafted stone cottages have been fully-restored and still maintain their authentic style.
Swimming pool 15 mtrs x 7.5 mtrs & Children's swimming pool 1 mtr deep - pools open April to October
Montebuoni is composed of cottages and apartments of various sizes to suit your individual needs. A full-size, astro-turf tennis court, two swimming pools and clubhouse blend the convenience of a private club with a country setting. Plenty of space to walk, with tranquil spots to sit and reflect let you get away from it all.
Centrally located, Montebuoni offers privacy yet easy access to Tuscany's many historic towns. The beauty and romance of Florence, brimming with cultural and artistic attractions Siena, and San Gimignano rich with medieval history, are within an easy hour's drive. Even closer to home are Chianti's five regional towns -- the home of Gallo Nero Chianti Classico wines -- ideal for delightful day excursions.
Quiet country roads are ideal for bike rides and long walks in the warm Italian sunshine. After a day of relaxation, sight seeing or touring, the welcoming hamlet of Montebuoni always promises long and vibrant sunsets.
Nearest town
Montebuoni is located 4km from the small village Lecchi in Chianti. Within walking distance is also the village San Sano. The Chianti town, Radda in Chianti is 15minutes drive away.
Traveller reviews for
Montebuoni
Due Leoni
What were the highlights of your stay? Visiting Casanuova di Ana, met some other travellers there that we will likely connect with in the future. Dinner & Lunch in Lecchi on various days - walking back thru the path (needs some clipping for ease of travel). ...
La Vigna
What were the highlights of your stay?
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? very pleasant.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? our only issue was that we had not factored in how long it would take to get to various places ...
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- Price: per accommodation per week
- Arrival/Departure day: Saturday
- Terms and conditions: please read the booking contract
- Weekly linen and bathroom towels: included
- Central heating: by consumption
- Mandatory final clean: included
- Baby cot: 1 available on request, no extra cost
- High chair: 1 available on request, no extra cost
Client comments
Due Leoni
What were the highlights of your stay? Visiting Casanuova di Ana, met some other travellers there that we will likely connect with in the future. Dinner & Lunch in Lecchi on various days - walking back thru the path (needs some clipping for ease of travel). Visits to Radda for dinner and wine tasting. Biking around Griole and area. Option for fresh bread and milk daily is excellent and very helpful.
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? We loved due leoni, it met and exceeded our expectations for a self contained suite. Once we realized that we wouldn't be able to drive to the suite, and got organized around this fact, we loved the quiet peaceful contemplative spot. Areas for improvement are: front left burner is very difficult to light - I think it needs adjustment, it is the most powerful burner so one needs to use it. Small face towels - don't Italians use them? Bed side lighting is too dark for reading in bed. These were minor issues but I think the stove needs to be looked at. The binder was extremely helpful with clear specific instructions - we took it with us when we went out every day and got us to all the local sites with no mishaps.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? Only thing is that pool towel cost extra - seems like a petty charge when the linen is only replaced weekly.
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? It was a unique pleasure to stay there - thanks for everything.
Susan B. Melnychuk
Canada
May 2011
What were the highlights of your stay? Visiting Casanuova di Ana, met some other travellers there that we will likely connect with in the future. Dinner & Lunch in Lecchi on various days - walking back thru the path (needs some clipping for ease of travel). Visits to Radda for dinner and wine tasting. Biking around Griole and area. Option for fresh bread and milk daily is excellent and very helpful.
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? We loved due leoni, it met and exceeded our expectations for a self contained suite. Once we realized that we wouldn't be able to drive to the suite, and got organized around this fact, we loved the quiet peaceful contemplative spot. Areas for improvement are: front left burner is very difficult to light - I think it needs adjustment, it is the most powerful burner so one needs to use it. Small face towels - don't Italians use them? Bed side lighting is too dark for reading in bed. These were minor issues but I think the stove needs to be looked at. The binder was extremely helpful with clear specific instructions - we took it with us when we went out every day and got us to all the local sites with no mishaps.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? Only thing is that pool towel cost extra - seems like a petty charge when the linen is only replaced weekly.
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? It was a unique pleasure to stay there - thanks for everything.
Susan B. Melnychuk
Canada
May 2011
La Vigna
What were the highlights of your stay?
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? very pleasant.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? our only issue was that we had not factored in how long it would take to get to various places we wanted to visit due to the winding slow roads which made all our day trips a bit of a marathon.
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? no complaints. very good
Ann Lewis
Australia
September 2010
What were the highlights of your stay?
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? very pleasant.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? our only issue was that we had not factored in how long it would take to get to various places we wanted to visit due to the winding slow roads which made all our day trips a bit of a marathon.
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? no complaints. very good
Ann Lewis
Australia
September 2010
La Stalla
What were the highlights of your stay?
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? The property (La Stella at Montebuoni) was fantastic. The beds, bathrooms, and kitchen were tasteful and well appointed. We used the fireplace which was a treat to have. The patio is a real plus. Your on-site agents fantastic!!
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? No. Electricity went off once but remedy was explained in advance.
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? Free access to internet would have been a real plus. As it was one had to go to information point, create an account and pay for minutes used.
James Sequeira
United States of America
March 2011
What were the highlights of your stay?
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? The property (La Stella at Montebuoni) was fantastic. The beds, bathrooms, and kitchen were tasteful and well appointed. We used the fireplace which was a treat to have. The patio is a real plus. Your on-site agents fantastic!!
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? No. Electricity went off once but remedy was explained in advance.
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? Free access to internet would have been a real plus. As it was one had to go to information point, create an account and pay for minutes used.
James Sequeira
United States of America
March 2011
Bell´Aria
What were the highlights of your stay? Hearing Cuckoos all day. Wild flowers.
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? Met expectations. Clean & adequate. Of a reasonable standard. Bed was comfortable. My particular apartment only had 2 windows so lacked natural light (I did realise that from the accommodation plan though).
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? Shower head rail come away from wall when I touched it. The washing machine didn't work (drum belt gone).
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? I couldn't get the TV to work. I searched for instructions (ended up not watching it at all) - it was possibly that it needed new batteries in the remote control (it seemed to be stuck on standby). A manual or instructions would have been much appreciated. It was quite a few days before I found somebody to sort the shower problem out but they did get it fixed that day. The people I saw were very helpful. It was great that there was a computer in the office but free wifi would have been even better.
Alexina Lodge
United Kingdom
April 2011
Maintenance comments have been passed on thank you.
What were the highlights of your stay? Hearing Cuckoos all day. Wild flowers.
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? Met expectations. Clean & adequate. Of a reasonable standard. Bed was comfortable. My particular apartment only had 2 windows so lacked natural light (I did realise that from the accommodation plan though).
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? Shower head rail come away from wall when I touched it. The washing machine didn't work (drum belt gone).
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? I couldn't get the TV to work. I searched for instructions (ended up not watching it at all) - it was possibly that it needed new batteries in the remote control (it seemed to be stuck on standby). A manual or instructions would have been much appreciated. It was quite a few days before I found somebody to sort the shower problem out but they did get it fixed that day. The people I saw were very helpful. It was great that there was a computer in the office but free wifi would have been even better.
Alexina Lodge
United Kingdom
April 2011
Maintenance comments have been passed on thank you.
Il Forno
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Der überwältigend Blick und die Ruhe in der Gesamtanlage
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck der Unterbrungung? Hervoragend, selten eine so komplette und wohnliche Ausstattung als Ferienwohnung erlebt
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen?
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Volker Stumpf
Germany
April 2011
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Der überwältigend Blick und die Ruhe in der Gesamtanlage
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck der Unterbrungung? Hervoragend, selten eine so komplette und wohnliche Ausstattung als Ferienwohnung erlebt
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen?
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Volker Stumpf
Germany
April 2011
Casa Vecchia
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die Ruhe. Nachts konnte man die Käuzchen und die Uhus rufen hören. Arbeiten die in der Anlage erledigt werden mussten wurden unauffällig und niemals störend erledigt. Die Menschen sind einfach nette freundliche Menschen. Zu den Highlights muss man zählen die Besuche in Sienna und Florenz aber auch das nahegelegene Radda ist mit seinen feinen Restaurants immer ein Besuch wert. Zweifelsohne gehören die Wanderungen in den Hügeln und Weinbergen ebenfalls zu den Highlights. Man muss die Scheu überwinden manchmal eine private Wiese zu überqueren dann aber geht es endlos weiter. Die Landschaft ist Erholung pur und als Fotograf bin ich voll auf meine Kosten gekommen.
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck der Unterbrungung? Die Casa Veccia ist ein kleines aber feines Domizil. Für 4 Erwachsene fand ich es ein wenig klein aber sicher ausreichend für eine kleine Familie. Schlechtes Wetter hatten wir gottseidank nicht und so war die sehr schöne Terrasse immer teil unseres Wohnzimmers. Das Haus ist komplett ausgestattet. Die Steckdosen brauchen Adapter, daran hatten wir nicht gedacht und so war es immer ein bisschen wirr mit dem Umstecken. Kaffeemaschine, Fotoapparate, Computer und Handys wollten immer geladen werden wenn wir nach langen Wanderungen nach Hause kamen. Die Umgebung ist herrlich und der Blick über eine typische toskanische Landschaft einfach grandios. In den ersten Maiwochen ist man beinahe alleine in der Anlage und die Ruhe ist sagenhaft. Es gibt sogar ein Brötchenservice der jeden Morgen frische Brötchen lieferte. Alles perfekt.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Nein
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Das Adapterproblem bei den Steckdosen sollte man lösen. Nicht jeder wird daran denken und in der heutigen Zeit hat jeder auch persönliche Geräte die Strombedarf haben.
Peter Zielinski
Germany
April 2011
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die Ruhe. Nachts konnte man die Käuzchen und die Uhus rufen hören. Arbeiten die in der Anlage erledigt werden mussten wurden unauffällig und niemals störend erledigt. Die Menschen sind einfach nette freundliche Menschen. Zu den Highlights muss man zählen die Besuche in Sienna und Florenz aber auch das nahegelegene Radda ist mit seinen feinen Restaurants immer ein Besuch wert. Zweifelsohne gehören die Wanderungen in den Hügeln und Weinbergen ebenfalls zu den Highlights. Man muss die Scheu überwinden manchmal eine private Wiese zu überqueren dann aber geht es endlos weiter. Die Landschaft ist Erholung pur und als Fotograf bin ich voll auf meine Kosten gekommen.
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck der Unterbrungung? Die Casa Veccia ist ein kleines aber feines Domizil. Für 4 Erwachsene fand ich es ein wenig klein aber sicher ausreichend für eine kleine Familie. Schlechtes Wetter hatten wir gottseidank nicht und so war die sehr schöne Terrasse immer teil unseres Wohnzimmers. Das Haus ist komplett ausgestattet. Die Steckdosen brauchen Adapter, daran hatten wir nicht gedacht und so war es immer ein bisschen wirr mit dem Umstecken. Kaffeemaschine, Fotoapparate, Computer und Handys wollten immer geladen werden wenn wir nach langen Wanderungen nach Hause kamen. Die Umgebung ist herrlich und der Blick über eine typische toskanische Landschaft einfach grandios. In den ersten Maiwochen ist man beinahe alleine in der Anlage und die Ruhe ist sagenhaft. Es gibt sogar ein Brötchenservice der jeden Morgen frische Brötchen lieferte. Alles perfekt.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Nein
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Das Adapterproblem bei den Steckdosen sollte man lösen. Nicht jeder wird daran denken und in der heutigen Zeit hat jeder auch persönliche Geräte die Strombedarf haben.
Peter Zielinski
Germany
April 2011
Bella Vista
What were the highlights of your stay? Winery tours nearby...walking the vineyards, Lecchi and San Sano were wonderful spots to spend an afternoon.
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? VERY clean and tastful. Great value for the money. Kitchen size a little limiting though...not for a chef but was adequate for our needs.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? Centipedes....saw two of them in the unit...no big deal but some might fret. After first day the broiler went out so we didn't have hot water for Easter Sunday. However, I called my contact there and within 20 minutes someone was over and corrected the issue.
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? Very friendly personnel, nice accommodations, great value,-hope to come back again soon!
Ray Lucero
United States of America
April 2011
What were the highlights of your stay? Winery tours nearby...walking the vineyards, Lecchi and San Sano were wonderful spots to spend an afternoon.
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? VERY clean and tastful. Great value for the money. Kitchen size a little limiting though...not for a chef but was adequate for our needs.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? Centipedes....saw two of them in the unit...no big deal but some might fret. After first day the broiler went out so we didn't have hot water for Easter Sunday. However, I called my contact there and within 20 minutes someone was over and corrected the issue.
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? Very friendly personnel, nice accommodations, great value,-hope to come back again soon!
Ray Lucero
United States of America
April 2011
Il Forno
What were the highlights of your holiday? O too many to mention :-) But certainly the fact that I got proposed on our terrace, at Il Forno!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? It was the 2nd time we stayed at Il Forno. We are a couple with baby, so it's big enough!! Next time we might rent a somewhat bigger house because the baby gets bigger and then she can get her own room... But the house is very clean, and cosy, with nice furniture and frames on the walls. And in the kitchen is everything you need!
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? There were more ants then last year, maybe because it was a lot warmer? They tend to come in through the front door, so we had to clean with a lot of soap and salt some times.
Do you have any other comments? No!
Heidi Lenaerts
Belgium
June 2010
What were the highlights of your holiday? O too many to mention :-) But certainly the fact that I got proposed on our terrace, at Il Forno!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? It was the 2nd time we stayed at Il Forno. We are a couple with baby, so it's big enough!! Next time we might rent a somewhat bigger house because the baby gets bigger and then she can get her own room... But the house is very clean, and cosy, with nice furniture and frames on the walls. And in the kitchen is everything you need!
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? There were more ants then last year, maybe because it was a lot warmer? They tend to come in through the front door, so we had to clean with a lot of soap and salt some times.
Do you have any other comments? No!
Heidi Lenaerts
Belgium
June 2010
Lavanda
Quels ont été les point forts de vos vacances? beauté des paysages et repas entre amis sur terrasse
Quelle est votre impression générale concernant l'hébergement? trés positive, spacieux et trés bien équipé
Avez vous eu de mauvaises surprises? lave vaisselle et mauvais accueil d'une propriétaire (il ne faut pas faire ceci, il ne faut pas faire cela, on s'est fait reprimander pour la voiture)
Avez vous d'autres commentaires? globalement trés positif
JOSEPH MASCIULLI
France
Juillet 2010
Quels ont été les point forts de vos vacances? beauté des paysages et repas entre amis sur terrasse
Quelle est votre impression générale concernant l'hébergement? trés positive, spacieux et trés bien équipé
Avez vous eu de mauvaises surprises? lave vaisselle et mauvais accueil d'une propriétaire (il ne faut pas faire ceci, il ne faut pas faire cela, on s'est fait reprimander pour la voiture)
Avez vous d'autres commentaires? globalement trés positif
JOSEPH MASCIULLI
France
Juillet 2010
Casetta con Vista
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? die Ruhe im Chinati Gebiet, Mountainbike Touren und Wanderungen durch die Wein- und Eichenberge
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Montebuoni war tadellos gepflegt und sehr sauber, eine dezente und erreichbare Information, herrliche Lage, super Poolbereich
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Ja, das Deutschland gegen Spanien im Halbfinale der WM ausgeschieden ist
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? In der Casetta Con Vista könnte es für die nächste WM doch noch einen Fernseher geben, den wir ansonsten nicht vermißt haben.
Gebhard Söchtig
Germany
Juni 2010
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? die Ruhe im Chinati Gebiet, Mountainbike Touren und Wanderungen durch die Wein- und Eichenberge
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Montebuoni war tadellos gepflegt und sehr sauber, eine dezente und erreichbare Information, herrliche Lage, super Poolbereich
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Ja, das Deutschland gegen Spanien im Halbfinale der WM ausgeschieden ist
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? In der Casetta Con Vista könnte es für die nächste WM doch noch einen Fernseher geben, den wir ansonsten nicht vermißt haben.
Gebhard Söchtig
Germany
Juni 2010
La Stalla
What were the highlights of your holiday? Being in such a picturesque setting in the middle of the stunning Chianti countryside. Exploring the area, and visiting some of the beautiful cities/sights nearby.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Our villa was lovely. Very clean and spacious and quiet. We could have done with a maid service each day, but it was handy having a dishwasher and washing machine. The main shower head was faulty, so whenever we had a shower, the water spurted out sideways and all over the floor, but I did inform Katya of this so hopefully it has been fixed for other guests. Overall though, we were delighted, as we had had some reservations before arriving and thought the villa might be too small for us, but that was not the case. It was really perfect.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? No.
Do you have any other comments? We would use To-Tuscany again should we return to Italy - which I hope we do!
Jane McGuire Ketchum
Hongkong
June 2010
What were the highlights of your holiday? Being in such a picturesque setting in the middle of the stunning Chianti countryside. Exploring the area, and visiting some of the beautiful cities/sights nearby.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Our villa was lovely. Very clean and spacious and quiet. We could have done with a maid service each day, but it was handy having a dishwasher and washing machine. The main shower head was faulty, so whenever we had a shower, the water spurted out sideways and all over the floor, but I did inform Katya of this so hopefully it has been fixed for other guests. Overall though, we were delighted, as we had had some reservations before arriving and thought the villa might be too small for us, but that was not the case. It was really perfect.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? No.
Do you have any other comments? We would use To-Tuscany again should we return to Italy - which I hope we do!
Jane McGuire Ketchum
Hongkong
June 2010
Bella Vista
Quels ont été les point forts de vos vacances? UN ENDROIT MAGNIGFIQUE
Quelle est votre impression générale concernant l'hébergement? Très bonne.
Avez vous eu de mauvaises surprises? LA ROUTE DEFONCEE ET LE TEMPS POUR REJOINDRE RADDA IN CHIANTI
Avez vous d'autres commentaires? UNE BONNE IMPRESSION GLOBALE
France
Avril 2010
Quels ont été les point forts de vos vacances? UN ENDROIT MAGNIGFIQUE
Quelle est votre impression générale concernant l'hébergement? Très bonne.
Avez vous eu de mauvaises surprises? LA ROUTE DEFONCEE ET LE TEMPS POUR REJOINDRE RADDA IN CHIANTI
Avez vous d'autres commentaires? UNE BONNE IMPRESSION GLOBALE
France
Avril 2010
La Stalla
What were the highlights of your holiday? Spending 6 days in the heart of the Tuscan region was a wonderful experience
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? The accommodation was very good, exactly what we had hoped for from a Tuscan Villa
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? No unpleasent surprises.
Do you have any other comments? The instructions for the villa could have been a little more descriptive. As foreigners, we had a few minor difficulties finding the villa. A few more details about its location and what to look for, e.g. "montebourno is the estate of villas and is situated approx. 1.5km from Lecchi on Road X"
Aaron Gavin
Germany
April 2010
What were the highlights of your holiday? Spending 6 days in the heart of the Tuscan region was a wonderful experience
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? The accommodation was very good, exactly what we had hoped for from a Tuscan Villa
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? No unpleasent surprises.
Do you have any other comments? The instructions for the villa could have been a little more descriptive. As foreigners, we had a few minor difficulties finding the villa. A few more details about its location and what to look for, e.g. "montebourno is the estate of villas and is situated approx. 1.5km from Lecchi on Road X"
Aaron Gavin
Germany
April 2010
L´Oliveta
What were the highlights of your holiday? The exploration of the area. Radda in Chianti had a little COOP with excellent hams, salamis and cheeses and olves and pesto. The people in the area are very friendly and the wine tasting at Meleto wineyard was as good now as it was 14 years ago.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Overall impression was good. A beautiful place with stunning scenery. Felt a bit impersonal, a part from gardeners not many seen.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? L'Oliveta was unpleasantly cold. Heating with airconditioning units was uneffective and will probably be expensive. There was a woodstove there we could use, but with a child aged 1 1/2 not ideal. I was cold most of the time although we had the aircon on heating.
Do you have any other comments? See above
Anna K. Winge-Main
Norway
March 2010
What were the highlights of your holiday? The exploration of the area. Radda in Chianti had a little COOP with excellent hams, salamis and cheeses and olves and pesto. The people in the area are very friendly and the wine tasting at Meleto wineyard was as good now as it was 14 years ago.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Overall impression was good. A beautiful place with stunning scenery. Felt a bit impersonal, a part from gardeners not many seen.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? L'Oliveta was unpleasantly cold. Heating with airconditioning units was uneffective and will probably be expensive. There was a woodstove there we could use, but with a child aged 1 1/2 not ideal. I was cold most of the time although we had the aircon on heating.
Do you have any other comments? See above
Anna K. Winge-Main
Norway
March 2010
La Stalla
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs?
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? sehr gepflegte Anlage Die Wohnung ist eher ein kleines Häuschen und in einem sehr guten Zustand. Allerdings ist es sehr hellhörig zu den Nachbarn. Insgesamt sehr gute Ausstattung. Gemütliche Sofas und toller Kaminofen, der bei Bedarf schnell warm macht. Schönes Hauptbad, das durch das Dachfenster sehr hell ist. Küche und Wohnbereich sind etwas dunkel. Bei schlechten Wetter ist das tagsüber nicht so schön, wenn man nicht raus auf die große Terrasse kann. Die Zufahrt auf der Schotterstraße hat sehr viele Schlaglöcher, das ist unnagenehm wenn man nicht gerade einen Jeep hat.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen?
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Heike Eren
Germany
Mai 2010
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs?
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? sehr gepflegte Anlage Die Wohnung ist eher ein kleines Häuschen und in einem sehr guten Zustand. Allerdings ist es sehr hellhörig zu den Nachbarn. Insgesamt sehr gute Ausstattung. Gemütliche Sofas und toller Kaminofen, der bei Bedarf schnell warm macht. Schönes Hauptbad, das durch das Dachfenster sehr hell ist. Küche und Wohnbereich sind etwas dunkel. Bei schlechten Wetter ist das tagsüber nicht so schön, wenn man nicht raus auf die große Terrasse kann. Die Zufahrt auf der Schotterstraße hat sehr viele Schlaglöcher, das ist unnagenehm wenn man nicht gerade einen Jeep hat.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen?
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Heike Eren
Germany
Mai 2010
Due Leoni
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Landschaft-ruhe-Autofrei-ambiente
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? sehr angenehm, gemütlich-wohlfühl Atmosphäre
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Nein
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? weiter so
Jürgen Böhm
Germany
Oktober 2009
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Landschaft-ruhe-Autofrei-ambiente
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? sehr angenehm, gemütlich-wohlfühl Atmosphäre
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Nein
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? weiter so
Jürgen Böhm
Germany
Oktober 2009
Casa Allegra
What were the highlights of your holiday? The cooking class with Simone was definitely the highlight... we also really enjoyed the winery tour at Casanuevo d'ama. We enjoyed day trips to numerous villages and wineries and the food was spectacular everywhere we went!
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Clean, well stocked for pots, pans, etc. , living space smaller than pictures indicated, but all in all, the accomodations were wonderful
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Not really
Do you have any other comments?
Don Simonet
United States of America
October 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? The cooking class with Simone was definitely the highlight... we also really enjoyed the winery tour at Casanuevo d'ama. We enjoyed day trips to numerous villages and wineries and the food was spectacular everywhere we went!
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Clean, well stocked for pots, pans, etc. , living space smaller than pictures indicated, but all in all, the accomodations were wonderful
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Not really
Do you have any other comments?
Don Simonet
United States of America
October 2009
Panorama
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Der Urlaub war ein einziges Highligt!
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? so wie wir es uns vorgestellt haben
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Das an verschiedenen Tagen das Wasser ausgefallen ist und keine Infos darüber zu erhalten waren wann das Wasser wieder kommt.
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? nein
Heike Fritzsche
Germany
August 2009
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Der Urlaub war ein einziges Highligt!
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? so wie wir es uns vorgestellt haben
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Das an verschiedenen Tagen das Wasser ausgefallen ist und keine Infos darüber zu erhalten waren wann das Wasser wieder kommt.
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? nein
Heike Fritzsche
Germany
August 2009
Bella Vista
What were the highlights of your holiday? Visiting Siena and the local vineyards. Discovering our own special restaurants and towns in the region.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Excellent.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? It isn't an unpleasant surprise, but my only comment is that the apartment needed a few basic supplies such as dishwashing soap, sugar, paper towel and saran wrap. We had brought soap and toilet paper and coffee for example but when you are travelling overseas, these basics are not things that you bring or would take home. We left the items we had purchased behind. It isn't the expense of the supplies but the convenience. I would rather pay a bit more and have them on hand upon arrival
Do you have any other comments? No, we were very happy with the accomodations and would go back (in a heartbeat!). Your service was great and we would book through you again. I have already recommended your site to friends.
Kim Wollaston
Canada
September 2009
A 'starter pack' service which includes essential items is available for guests arriving to the villa.
What were the highlights of your holiday? Visiting Siena and the local vineyards. Discovering our own special restaurants and towns in the region.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Excellent.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? It isn't an unpleasant surprise, but my only comment is that the apartment needed a few basic supplies such as dishwashing soap, sugar, paper towel and saran wrap. We had brought soap and toilet paper and coffee for example but when you are travelling overseas, these basics are not things that you bring or would take home. We left the items we had purchased behind. It isn't the expense of the supplies but the convenience. I would rather pay a bit more and have them on hand upon arrival
Do you have any other comments? No, we were very happy with the accomodations and would go back (in a heartbeat!). Your service was great and we would book through you again. I have already recommended your site to friends.
Kim Wollaston
Canada
September 2009
A 'starter pack' service which includes essential items is available for guests arriving to the villa.
Due Leoni
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die verschiedensten kulinarischen Genüsse. Sehr empfehlenswert ist auch ein Ausflug nach Siena und natürlich die vielen kleinen Ortschaften in der Umgebung. Für Weinverkostungen ist die Cantina in Greve in Chianti ein Muss.
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Es war genauso wie es auf der Homepage geschildert war. Das Objekt ist sehr schön gelegen und äußerst geschmackvoll eingerichtet. .
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Nein.
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Thomas Roll
Germany
September 2009
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die verschiedensten kulinarischen Genüsse. Sehr empfehlenswert ist auch ein Ausflug nach Siena und natürlich die vielen kleinen Ortschaften in der Umgebung. Für Weinverkostungen ist die Cantina in Greve in Chianti ein Muss.
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Es war genauso wie es auf der Homepage geschildert war. Das Objekt ist sehr schön gelegen und äußerst geschmackvoll eingerichtet. .
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Nein.
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Thomas Roll
Germany
September 2009
Pergola
What were the highlights of your holiday? Tuscan meals in local restaurants.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Very nice. Exactly as pictured.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Didn't complain because it was manageable since we had two bathrooms but the ensuite shower has no water pressure and as such was not functional for showering.
Do you have any other comments?
Douglas New
Canada
October 2009
water pressure has been looked at
What were the highlights of your holiday? Tuscan meals in local restaurants.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Very nice. Exactly as pictured.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Didn't complain because it was manageable since we had two bathrooms but the ensuite shower has no water pressure and as such was not functional for showering.
Do you have any other comments?
Douglas New
Canada
October 2009
water pressure has been looked at
Due Leoni
What were the highlights of your holiday? lecchi street party...driving to Panzano..views...food Solciccia in Panzano and your friends restaurant in Lecchi..Malborghetto.Sienna but not Florence...too many tourists and souvenir stands and lots of graffitti
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? modern clean and very nice
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? The mirror fell down one night..small mirror held up by a small wire that coincidentally broke when we were there...odd...bad luck..nope good luck
Do you have any other comments? A highly reccommended stay and "to Tuscany" will be referred again to friends in Toronto Grazie David and Susan
David Harper
Canada
September 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? lecchi street party...driving to Panzano..views...food Solciccia in Panzano and your friends restaurant in Lecchi..Malborghetto.Sienna but not Florence...too many tourists and souvenir stands and lots of graffitti
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? modern clean and very nice
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? The mirror fell down one night..small mirror held up by a small wire that coincidentally broke when we were there...odd...bad luck..nope good luck
Do you have any other comments? A highly reccommended stay and "to Tuscany" will be referred again to friends in Toronto Grazie David and Susan
David Harper
Canada
September 2009
Casa Allegra
What were the highlights of your holiday? Beautiful scenery in Tuscany.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? The accomodation was very satisfactory.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? The washing machine on site was very slow which meant it took all day to do laundry. There was a limited supply of hot water in the villa.
Do you have any other comments? I would be happy to recommend Montebuoni and To Tuscany to my friends. Perhaps I can come to Italy again.
Julia Wallis
Canada
September 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? Beautiful scenery in Tuscany.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? The accomodation was very satisfactory.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? The washing machine on site was very slow which meant it took all day to do laundry. There was a limited supply of hot water in the villa.
Do you have any other comments? I would be happy to recommend Montebuoni and To Tuscany to my friends. Perhaps I can come to Italy again.
Julia Wallis
Canada
September 2009
Casetta con Vista
What were the highlights of your holiday? The flight with Alitalia, Florence, Car rental through Hertz, Driving Tuscany raods, The site we stayed at was as picturesque as the rest of Tuscany, Chianti region food and wine, Siena, Hill top towns, High speed train to Venice and Venice its self.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Amazing
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? NO
Do you have any other comments? We booked the trip well in advance and Susan's (Susan Steele) help was great as was her patience. The reminders and tips were extreemly helpfull. We will be back. when we get the chance to go again. Thanks Susan and the "To-Tuscany Team".
John Woods
Canada
September 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? The flight with Alitalia, Florence, Car rental through Hertz, Driving Tuscany raods, The site we stayed at was as picturesque as the rest of Tuscany, Chianti region food and wine, Siena, Hill top towns, High speed train to Venice and Venice its self.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Amazing
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? NO
Do you have any other comments? We booked the trip well in advance and Susan's (Susan Steele) help was great as was her patience. The reminders and tips were extreemly helpfull. We will be back. when we get the chance to go again. Thanks Susan and the "To-Tuscany Team".
John Woods
Canada
September 2009
La Scala
What were the highlights of your holiday? Montebuoni and the surrundings including the visits to Siena, San Gimignano, Volterra etc.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? No surprises - exactly as shown on your site. Well furnished and plenty of kitchen appliances which we appreciated as we did a lot of our own cooking. Admired every day the beautiful lamp over the dining table. Nice pool and wellkept gardens.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Only one - one night the bed collasped in the ground floor bedroom!! Apparently this had happened before and a more solid solution will have to be found when fixing it.
Do you have any other comments? Would recommend Montebuoni and La Scala to anyone interested to visit the Chianti region.
Ann-Charlotte Wahren
Switzerland
September 2009
The faulty bed has been fixed
What were the highlights of your holiday? Montebuoni and the surrundings including the visits to Siena, San Gimignano, Volterra etc.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? No surprises - exactly as shown on your site. Well furnished and plenty of kitchen appliances which we appreciated as we did a lot of our own cooking. Admired every day the beautiful lamp over the dining table. Nice pool and wellkept gardens.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Only one - one night the bed collasped in the ground floor bedroom!! Apparently this had happened before and a more solid solution will have to be found when fixing it.
Do you have any other comments? Would recommend Montebuoni and La Scala to anyone interested to visit the Chianti region.
Ann-Charlotte Wahren
Switzerland
September 2009
The faulty bed has been fixed
Il Forno
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die Weinprobe in Casanuova di Ama und die traumhafte Landschaft.
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? sehr Gut
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen?
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Hilfe beim Gebäcktransport bei Ankunft. Infomaterial vor Ort nicht in Deutsch.
Markus Rupprecht
Germany
September 2009
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die Weinprobe in Casanuova di Ama und die traumhafte Landschaft.
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? sehr Gut
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen?
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Hilfe beim Gebäcktransport bei Ankunft. Infomaterial vor Ort nicht in Deutsch.
Markus Rupprecht
Germany
September 2009
L´Oliveta
What were the highlights of your holiday? The winetasting afternoon was definitely a highlight, although the walk through the vineyards was unfortunately up the access road, and was quite a hike. Daniela's hospitality made it all worthwhile, however. Sitting out on our terrace in the evenings, looking over the vineyards, was something I'll never forget. The washing machine in the villa was also a highlight!
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? L'Oliveta was a charming cottage, it looked just like the photos and had a great sense of privacy, facing away from the hamlet and across the vineyards. The living areas, bathroom and kitchen weren't huge, but they were perfectly fine for three people.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? I was surprised how cool Tuscany could be in September. We had some rain and the temperature dropped quite significantly, particularly at night, and we needed the blankets in the cottage. There were some niggly things: the taps seemed to be backwards in the shower (C was actually cold), there was no sponge or brush for washing up. I was also surprised by the remote feel of Montebuoni, which seemed to be a very long way down a long dirt and cement track on the first night, with only one-way access at times, and the time generally required to get around when sightseeing, which is exacerbated by the narrow, winding roads. The driving was quite stressful, I'm not sure I'd recommend Tuscany as a relaxing holiday, and you couldn't really eat out at night without needing to drive back to the villa.
Do you have any other comments? Overall, the accommodation was everything I expected and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Next time, I would probably book somewhere where I could walk into a local village for dinner and then home again, or stay in a larger town like Siena. I did wonder what happens to all the leftover items from starter packs - sugar, rubbish bags, detergent, coffee etc - since there is more included than could reasonably be used in a week. Some of these things I think might be better supplied in a small quantity as part of the accommodation rather than having people rebuy them every week.
Deborah Alvers
Australia
September 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? The winetasting afternoon was definitely a highlight, although the walk through the vineyards was unfortunately up the access road, and was quite a hike. Daniela's hospitality made it all worthwhile, however. Sitting out on our terrace in the evenings, looking over the vineyards, was something I'll never forget. The washing machine in the villa was also a highlight!
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? L'Oliveta was a charming cottage, it looked just like the photos and had a great sense of privacy, facing away from the hamlet and across the vineyards. The living areas, bathroom and kitchen weren't huge, but they were perfectly fine for three people.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? I was surprised how cool Tuscany could be in September. We had some rain and the temperature dropped quite significantly, particularly at night, and we needed the blankets in the cottage. There were some niggly things: the taps seemed to be backwards in the shower (C was actually cold), there was no sponge or brush for washing up. I was also surprised by the remote feel of Montebuoni, which seemed to be a very long way down a long dirt and cement track on the first night, with only one-way access at times, and the time generally required to get around when sightseeing, which is exacerbated by the narrow, winding roads. The driving was quite stressful, I'm not sure I'd recommend Tuscany as a relaxing holiday, and you couldn't really eat out at night without needing to drive back to the villa.
Do you have any other comments? Overall, the accommodation was everything I expected and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Next time, I would probably book somewhere where I could walk into a local village for dinner and then home again, or stay in a larger town like Siena. I did wonder what happens to all the leftover items from starter packs - sugar, rubbish bags, detergent, coffee etc - since there is more included than could reasonably be used in a week. Some of these things I think might be better supplied in a small quantity as part of the accommodation rather than having people rebuy them every week.
Deborah Alvers
Australia
September 2009
Pergola
What were the highlights of your holiday? Been studying Italian for many years and being able to be in Italy to speak Italian was very exciting. As a part time photographer going to the different beautiful sites, making images, in great sunny weather, was a dream. Made some great images to remember our stay.The wild boar running across the driveway ,when we first arrived, was most exciting. After spending each day touring it was so nice to return to our beautiful, comfortable farm townhouse. The other residents were very friendly and an added plus to our stay.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? The apartment was roomy and modern yet had the old world-country look, very warm appearance, well taken care of, extremely comfortable , All appliances worked well. Enjoyed sitting out on the patio and taking in the view of the country side. Very enjoyable.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises?
Do you have any other comments? This was one of my best vacations. Husband did all the driving which made it even better. Would love to return again. Dot Dinan gabphofo@verizon.net
Thomas Dinan
United States of America
May 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? Been studying Italian for many years and being able to be in Italy to speak Italian was very exciting. As a part time photographer going to the different beautiful sites, making images, in great sunny weather, was a dream. Made some great images to remember our stay.The wild boar running across the driveway ,when we first arrived, was most exciting. After spending each day touring it was so nice to return to our beautiful, comfortable farm townhouse. The other residents were very friendly and an added plus to our stay.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? The apartment was roomy and modern yet had the old world-country look, very warm appearance, well taken care of, extremely comfortable , All appliances worked well. Enjoyed sitting out on the patio and taking in the view of the country side. Very enjoyable.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises?
Do you have any other comments? This was one of my best vacations. Husband did all the driving which made it even better. Would love to return again. Dot Dinan gabphofo@verizon.net
Thomas Dinan
United States of America
May 2009
Lavanda
What were the highlights of your holiday? Accommodation was high standard. Location and weather.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Very good.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? No. Would be good to get a high chair if have requested a travel cot (or be prompted to check if required). Directions for motorway were a little light, missed one key turning as wasn't really well described and came off early (driving in dark) which cost us an hour in all.
Do you have any other comments?
Stewart Dobbie
United Kingdom
September 2009
Cots and highchairs are available on request
What were the highlights of your holiday? Accommodation was high standard. Location and weather.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Very good.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? No. Would be good to get a high chair if have requested a travel cot (or be prompted to check if required). Directions for motorway were a little light, missed one key turning as wasn't really well described and came off early (driving in dark) which cost us an hour in all.
Do you have any other comments?
Stewart Dobbie
United Kingdom
September 2009
Cots and highchairs are available on request
Casa Barbara
Quels ont été les point forts de vos vacances? Le cadre et la propreté, un site très bien entretenu (piscine, pelouse, fleur etc.) Votre réactivité quand on a eu besoin de vous une fois sur le site
Quelle est votre impression générale concernant l'hébergement? Très bien
Avez vous eu de mauvaises surprises? Aucune
Avez vous d'autres commentaires? Nous retournerons en Toscane, et nous louerons à Montebuoni, notre séjour a été excellent, nous avons été ravis.
Florence Massacrier
France
Août 2009
Quels ont été les point forts de vos vacances? Le cadre et la propreté, un site très bien entretenu (piscine, pelouse, fleur etc.) Votre réactivité quand on a eu besoin de vous une fois sur le site
Quelle est votre impression générale concernant l'hébergement? Très bien
Avez vous eu de mauvaises surprises? Aucune
Avez vous d'autres commentaires? Nous retournerons en Toscane, et nous louerons à Montebuoni, notre séjour a été excellent, nous avons été ravis.
Florence Massacrier
France
Août 2009
Casa Vecchia
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Siena, Florenz, Pisa und Sam Gimione
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? schön, sauber und alles soweit vorhanden ( siehe untern ) Tolle Aussicht.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? ja, keine Mückengitter vor den Fenstern, das sollte in dieser Gegend Pflicht für Vermieter sein. Leider gab es keine Auflagen für Gartenstühle und Liegen die so leider sehr unbequem waren. Vielleicht eine Anregung für die Vermieter :-))
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Barbara Ketteler
Germany
August 2009
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Siena, Florenz, Pisa und Sam Gimione
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? schön, sauber und alles soweit vorhanden ( siehe untern ) Tolle Aussicht.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? ja, keine Mückengitter vor den Fenstern, das sollte in dieser Gegend Pflicht für Vermieter sein. Leider gab es keine Auflagen für Gartenstühle und Liegen die so leider sehr unbequem waren. Vielleicht eine Anregung für die Vermieter :-))
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Barbara Ketteler
Germany
August 2009
La Contessina
What were the highlights of your holiday? The relaxed atmosphere and the local scenary.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Clean and well maintained
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Only a snake in the swimming pool early one morning (no real problem, I got it out safely and that sort of thing can't be helped) and the mosquitoes - more irritating and inconveneient than the snake !!!
Do you have any other comments? A delightful location and good accomodation with an efficient service.
Philip Clarke
United Kingdom
August 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? The relaxed atmosphere and the local scenary.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Clean and well maintained
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Only a snake in the swimming pool early one morning (no real problem, I got it out safely and that sort of thing can't be helped) and the mosquitoes - more irritating and inconveneient than the snake !!!
Do you have any other comments? A delightful location and good accomodation with an efficient service.
Philip Clarke
United Kingdom
August 2009
Casa Barbara
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Ausschlafen
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Sehr gepflegte und sehr ruhige Anlage
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Nein
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Nein
Martin Steinberg
Germany
September 2009
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Ausschlafen
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Sehr gepflegte und sehr ruhige Anlage
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Nein
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Nein
Martin Steinberg
Germany
September 2009
La Stalla
What were the highlights of your holiday? TUSCANY IN ALL IT'S SPLENDOUR.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? EXCELLENT, BUT WE DID COMMENT TO THE CATIA THAT THE IRON WAS DANGEROUS AS IT HAD BARE LIVE WIRES AND THE CUTLERY NEEDED REPLACING BUT THESE COMMENTS DO NOT CHANGE THE FACT THAT THE ACCOMODATION WAS FIRST CLASS
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? NO
Do you have any other comments? I WOULD SAY THAT I WOULD RECOMMEND YOUR SITE TO OUR FRIENDS
alan rees
United Kingdom
September 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? TUSCANY IN ALL IT'S SPLENDOUR.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? EXCELLENT, BUT WE DID COMMENT TO THE CATIA THAT THE IRON WAS DANGEROUS AS IT HAD BARE LIVE WIRES AND THE CUTLERY NEEDED REPLACING BUT THESE COMMENTS DO NOT CHANGE THE FACT THAT THE ACCOMODATION WAS FIRST CLASS
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? NO
Do you have any other comments? I WOULD SAY THAT I WOULD RECOMMEND YOUR SITE TO OUR FRIENDS
alan rees
United Kingdom
September 2009
Casa Vecchia
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? tolle aussicht, ruhe
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? sehr gut, casa vecchia ist eine sehr schöne wohnung
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? einmal morgens eine schlange im swimming-pool (da kann man aber sicher nichts dagegen machen)
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Christa Herrmann
Germany
August 2009
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? tolle aussicht, ruhe
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? sehr gut, casa vecchia ist eine sehr schöne wohnung
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? einmal morgens eine schlange im swimming-pool (da kann man aber sicher nichts dagegen machen)
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Christa Herrmann
Germany
August 2009
La Contessina
What were the highlights of your holiday? Landscape, nature and peace of the place were incredible.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? We were very satisfied our appartment and accomodation.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? No.
Do you have any other comments? We liked a place a lot and are planned to come next year again.
Mikko Nieminen
Finland
June 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? Landscape, nature and peace of the place were incredible.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? We were very satisfied our appartment and accomodation.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? No.
Do you have any other comments? We liked a place a lot and are planned to come next year again.
Mikko Nieminen
Finland
June 2009
L´Oliveta
What were the highlights of your holiday? OUR SECOND WEEK AT L'OLIVETA - KIDS HAD A GREAT TIME MEETING NEW FRIENDS BY THE POOL; PARENTS HAD A GREAT TIME EXPLORING THE SURROUNDING AREAS AS WELL AS READING BY THE POOL!
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? THE ACCOMODATION WAS FINE, ALTHOUGH THE LIVING AREA WAS A LOT SMALLER THAN WE'D IMAGINED FROM THE PHOTOS. HOWEVER, THE GREAT OUTDOOR PATIO AND GARDEN SPACE MADE UP FOR IT.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? NO, ALTHOUGH WE DID FIND A SMALL DEAD BLACK SCORPION IN THE BOYS BEDROOM JUST BEFORE WE LEFT!
Do you have any other comments? A REAL SHAME THAT THE YINEYARD AT CASTELLO DI AMA WAS CLOSED DURING OUR WEEK'S STAY. HOPEFULLY NEXT YEAR IT WILL BE OPEN DURING ONE OF OUR WEEKS THERE. ALSO, WAS VERY CONSCIOUS ALL WEEK OF WHAT ELECTRICITY WE USED TO RUN THINGS LIKE THE WASHING MACHINE AND DISHWASHER - DIDN'T REALISE IT WAS ALL INCLUDED! AND, INFO ON TRANSPORTING LUGGAGE FROM CAR TO HOUSE IN BAKING HEAT OF THE DAY NOT VERY CLEAR, UPON OUR ARRIVAL. ONLY FOUND THE TROLLEYS THE NEXT DAY!
WENDY KAY
United Kingdom
August 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? OUR SECOND WEEK AT L'OLIVETA - KIDS HAD A GREAT TIME MEETING NEW FRIENDS BY THE POOL; PARENTS HAD A GREAT TIME EXPLORING THE SURROUNDING AREAS AS WELL AS READING BY THE POOL!
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? THE ACCOMODATION WAS FINE, ALTHOUGH THE LIVING AREA WAS A LOT SMALLER THAN WE'D IMAGINED FROM THE PHOTOS. HOWEVER, THE GREAT OUTDOOR PATIO AND GARDEN SPACE MADE UP FOR IT.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? NO, ALTHOUGH WE DID FIND A SMALL DEAD BLACK SCORPION IN THE BOYS BEDROOM JUST BEFORE WE LEFT!
Do you have any other comments? A REAL SHAME THAT THE YINEYARD AT CASTELLO DI AMA WAS CLOSED DURING OUR WEEK'S STAY. HOPEFULLY NEXT YEAR IT WILL BE OPEN DURING ONE OF OUR WEEKS THERE. ALSO, WAS VERY CONSCIOUS ALL WEEK OF WHAT ELECTRICITY WE USED TO RUN THINGS LIKE THE WASHING MACHINE AND DISHWASHER - DIDN'T REALISE IT WAS ALL INCLUDED! AND, INFO ON TRANSPORTING LUGGAGE FROM CAR TO HOUSE IN BAKING HEAT OF THE DAY NOT VERY CLEAR, UPON OUR ARRIVAL. ONLY FOUND THE TROLLEYS THE NEXT DAY!
WENDY KAY
United Kingdom
August 2009
La Vigna
What were the highlights of your holiday? Eating breakfast in the garden at La Vigna. The bread and milk service were a nice touch. The tour and dinner at the nearby vineyard were lovely and gave us a chance to get to know some of the other visitors and the hosts.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Beautiful beautiful beautiful.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? A scorpion in our living room - that the property manager promptly removed for us. Twice the water stopped, apparently the pump was hit by lightening. Both bad luck!
Do you have any other comments? Excellent service. We would recommend without hesitation to anyone.
Inbal Gafni
Canada
August 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? Eating breakfast in the garden at La Vigna. The bread and milk service were a nice touch. The tour and dinner at the nearby vineyard were lovely and gave us a chance to get to know some of the other visitors and the hosts.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Beautiful beautiful beautiful.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? A scorpion in our living room - that the property manager promptly removed for us. Twice the water stopped, apparently the pump was hit by lightening. Both bad luck!
Do you have any other comments? Excellent service. We would recommend without hesitation to anyone.
Inbal Gafni
Canada
August 2009
Casa Barbara
What were the highlights of your holiday? The communal pool and the beautiful villages and restaurants nearby.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Fantastic, had everything we needed and was lovely to boot.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? No
Do you have any other comments? A wonderful location, truely magnificent. We really enjoyed every minute of being at the site and being in the area. Great for getting to Florence, Siena, and the surrounding villages, all of which are stunning. We will almost certainly be using to-tuscany and the same accommodation again. Thanks!
Nicholas Reddyoff
United Kingdom
August 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? The communal pool and the beautiful villages and restaurants nearby.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Fantastic, had everything we needed and was lovely to boot.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? No
Do you have any other comments? A wonderful location, truely magnificent. We really enjoyed every minute of being at the site and being in the area. Great for getting to Florence, Siena, and the surrounding villages, all of which are stunning. We will almost certainly be using to-tuscany and the same accommodation again. Thanks!
Nicholas Reddyoff
United Kingdom
August 2009
Lavanda
What were the highlights of your holiday? sunset on the terrace Swimmimg in the pool
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? great
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Extra food orderd in Starter pack was not all there on arrrival. No Mosquito nets on windows
Do you have any other comments? great holiday
suanne balbirnie
United Kingdom
August 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? sunset on the terrace Swimmimg in the pool
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? great
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Extra food orderd in Starter pack was not all there on arrrival. No Mosquito nets on windows
Do you have any other comments? great holiday
suanne balbirnie
United Kingdom
August 2009
Bella Vista
What were the highlights of your holiday? Wine! The pool was brilliant, the views over the vineyards... Everything, it was just awesome!
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Excellent, really impressed! Great to have tennis rackets, loads of glasses and other kitchen bits. Very clean! Excellent bathroom.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Mosquitos - what was god thinking?
Do you have any other comments? Thanks for an amazing holiday!
Ewan McCallum
United Kingdom
August 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? Wine! The pool was brilliant, the views over the vineyards... Everything, it was just awesome!
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Excellent, really impressed! Great to have tennis rackets, loads of glasses and other kitchen bits. Very clean! Excellent bathroom.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Mosquitos - what was god thinking?
Do you have any other comments? Thanks for an amazing holiday!
Ewan McCallum
United Kingdom
August 2009
Casetta con Vista
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Das unser Sohn angefangen hat zu laufen und ausgiebig die Treppe in unserem Häuschen genutzt hat. Tolle Gegend, super schöne Städte und Dörfer, tolle Leute und spitzen Essen.
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Sehr sehr schöne Anlage, haben uns riesig wohl gefühlt. Sehr ruhig und ausnehmend angenehme Gäste.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? NEIN
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Wir werden wieder kommen.....
Antje Wolf
Germany
Juni 2009
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Das unser Sohn angefangen hat zu laufen und ausgiebig die Treppe in unserem Häuschen genutzt hat. Tolle Gegend, super schöne Städte und Dörfer, tolle Leute und spitzen Essen.
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Sehr sehr schöne Anlage, haben uns riesig wohl gefühlt. Sehr ruhig und ausnehmend angenehme Gäste.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? NEIN
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Wir werden wieder kommen.....
Antje Wolf
Germany
Juni 2009
Il Forno
What were the highlights of your holiday? Everything we needed was nearby, Florence wasn't that far, Siena, Radda was beautiful, Volterra, and Volpaia!!
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? A very beautiful place, the house was clean, there was privacy on the terrace, the swimming pool was very nice!
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? None.
Do you have any other comments? Maybe the fridge was a bit too small: since there is no big shop nearby, and we have a little baby who already eats fruits and vegetables, we always bought a lot at a time... That's the only comment!!
Heidi Lenaerts
Belgium
June 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? Everything we needed was nearby, Florence wasn't that far, Siena, Radda was beautiful, Volterra, and Volpaia!!
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? A very beautiful place, the house was clean, there was privacy on the terrace, the swimming pool was very nice!
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? None.
Do you have any other comments? Maybe the fridge was a bit too small: since there is no big shop nearby, and we have a little baby who already eats fruits and vegetables, we always bought a lot at a time... That's the only comment!!
Heidi Lenaerts
Belgium
June 2009
Bella Vista
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die Highlights waren die super schöne Gegend und die traumhaften Sonnenuntergänge. Auch die jeweiligen Ortschaften in der Umgebung (z.B. Siena) gehören ebenfalls zu den Höhepunkten des Urlaubs.
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Die Unterbringen war sehr idylisch und hat sehr gut zum Toskana-Urlaub gepasst. Auch die Poolanlage war wirklich schön, die wir dadurch auch mehrmals genutzt haben.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen?
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Jürgen Baumgartner
Germany
Juni 2009
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die Highlights waren die super schöne Gegend und die traumhaften Sonnenuntergänge. Auch die jeweiligen Ortschaften in der Umgebung (z.B. Siena) gehören ebenfalls zu den Höhepunkten des Urlaubs.
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Die Unterbringen war sehr idylisch und hat sehr gut zum Toskana-Urlaub gepasst. Auch die Poolanlage war wirklich schön, die wir dadurch auch mehrmals genutzt haben.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen?
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Jürgen Baumgartner
Germany
Juni 2009
La Stalla
What were the highlights of your holiday? Sitting at the (communal) picnic table having lunch. Playing tennis on the wonderful astroturf court. Cooling off in the pool.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Excellent and much more spacious than we expected. Very well equiped throughout.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Not unpleasant, but the pilot light on the boiler in our house had gone out so there was no hot water on arrival, though this was fixed next morning. Not a problem really.
Do you have any other comments? Thanks for a great (second) holiday at Montebuoni - we hope to go again.
Karen Chidwick
United Kingdom
June 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? Sitting at the (communal) picnic table having lunch. Playing tennis on the wonderful astroturf court. Cooling off in the pool.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Excellent and much more spacious than we expected. Very well equiped throughout.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Not unpleasant, but the pilot light on the boiler in our house had gone out so there was no hot water on arrival, though this was fixed next morning. Not a problem really.
Do you have any other comments? Thanks for a great (second) holiday at Montebuoni - we hope to go again.
Karen Chidwick
United Kingdom
June 2009
Casa Barbara
What were the highlights of your holiday? We traveled from Rome (3 days there) to the villa and traveled daily except for one day to other places- Florence, Perguia, Pisa, the coast, etc. We did a bike ride in Florence through http://www.tuscany-biketours.com/ and it was AMAZING.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Great location if traveling in Central Italy. The villa was the perfect size for 2 (maybe with child) and even though it seemed to have the smallest private patio area of all of the villas, still had your own space. The other guests were around, but didn't feel like a hotel or crowded. Very nice location.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? No adapter plug in the kitchen, but staff gave us one right away. Not unpleasant at all, that was really the only thing I could even mention.
Do you have any other comments? Thank you!
Tara VanDette
United States of America
June 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? We traveled from Rome (3 days there) to the villa and traveled daily except for one day to other places- Florence, Perguia, Pisa, the coast, etc. We did a bike ride in Florence through http://www.tuscany-biketours.com/ and it was AMAZING.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Great location if traveling in Central Italy. The villa was the perfect size for 2 (maybe with child) and even though it seemed to have the smallest private patio area of all of the villas, still had your own space. The other guests were around, but didn't feel like a hotel or crowded. Very nice location.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? No adapter plug in the kitchen, but staff gave us one right away. Not unpleasant at all, that was really the only thing I could even mention.
Do you have any other comments? Thank you!
Tara VanDette
United States of America
June 2009
Hi Lisa!
I just wanted to say we spent the PERFECT Holiday in Tuscany, in our little Il Forno house at Montebuoni!!
It was the very first holiday with our little baby (8 months) and it was our best holiday ever!!
The house was very comfortable and felt like home!!
Also the service was very good: we had a little problem with the shower, and the very same day it got fixed!!
We cooked every evening and enjoyed eating on our terrace, accompanied by a bottle of nice Chianti wine, while our little girl was asleep inside...
She also slept very well near the pool, under a tree, while we were reading and swimming.
And Florence and Siena are so nearby!! We also liked Volterra and Volpaia.
Excellent place, we will definetely come back, and bring friends and family!!
Love,
Heidi (Accommodation: Il Forno)
Due Leoni
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die langen Abende auf der Terasse mit Blick auf die weinberge
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Absolut einwandfrei
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Nein
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Joachim Sturm
Germany
Juni 2009
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die langen Abende auf der Terasse mit Blick auf die weinberge
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Absolut einwandfrei
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Nein
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Joachim Sturm
Germany
Juni 2009
Dear Lisa
Just to thank To Tuscany for another wonderful holiday at Montebuoni. We stayed last week in La Stalla, which was very nice and well equipped, and much larger that we thought it would be.The tennis court, pool and grounds are just lovely and all so well kept. We also had glorious sunshine all week!
Kind regards
Karen ( accommodation: La Stalla)
Hi Lisa,
Keith and I wanted to say a big thank you for your wonderful recommendation of Lavanda at Montebuoni. We loved the house, what a view, and the whole holiday was perfect. Being able to see the sunset every night and being able to walk to Lecci or San Sano was great. Thanks for your help and we will certainly be booking for next year. All the best Linda and Keith (accommodation: Lavanda)
Keith and I wanted to say a big thank you for your wonderful recommendation of Lavanda at Montebuoni. We loved the house, what a view, and the whole holiday was perfect. Being able to see the sunset every night and being able to walk to Lecci or San Sano was great. Thanks for your help and we will certainly be booking for next year. All the best Linda and Keith (accommodation: Lavanda)
Due Leoni
What were the highlights of your holiday? The local restaurants, villages and wineries
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Absolutely fantastic we were thrilled with it and the surroundings
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? The cost of heating
Do you have any other comments? Would recommend the site and the accomodation we used
Victoria Howard
New Zealand
April 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? The local restaurants, villages and wineries
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Absolutely fantastic we were thrilled with it and the surroundings
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? The cost of heating
Do you have any other comments? Would recommend the site and the accomodation we used
Victoria Howard
New Zealand
April 2009
L´Oliveta
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? tolle Umgebung sehr schöne Unterkunft toller Ausblick von der Terasse aus
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? sehr gute Unterbringung.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? der Kohlegrill war durchgerostet - ansonsten keine unangenehmen Überraschungen
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Alfons Schräder
Germany
Mai 2009
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? tolle Umgebung sehr schöne Unterkunft toller Ausblick von der Terasse aus
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? sehr gute Unterbringung.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? der Kohlegrill war durchgerostet - ansonsten keine unangenehmen Überraschungen
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Alfons Schräder
Germany
Mai 2009
Casa Barbara
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Eines der Highlights war die von der Anlage organisierte Wanderung zu einer Weinprobe im benachbarten Weingut.
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Das Borgo Montebuoni ist eine sehr schöne Anlage, Wir werden sie auch gerne weiterempfelen. Speziell Casa Barbara ist eine sehr hübsche, gut eigerichtete Wohnung.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Nein
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Nein
Stefanie Laumann
Germany
Mai 2009
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Eines der Highlights war die von der Anlage organisierte Wanderung zu einer Weinprobe im benachbarten Weingut.
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Das Borgo Montebuoni ist eine sehr schöne Anlage, Wir werden sie auch gerne weiterempfelen. Speziell Casa Barbara ist eine sehr hübsche, gut eigerichtete Wohnung.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Nein
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Nein
Stefanie Laumann
Germany
Mai 2009
Due Leoni
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die Anlage, das Haus und der Ausblick übertrafen die Erwartungen. Jeder Tag war ein Highlight. :-)
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Sehr sauber und sehr gut ausgestattet. Die gesamte Anlage ist seht gut und stetig gepflegt sowie gut verwaltet. Lediglich der Pool wurde nicht regelmäßig gereinigt. Wahrscheinlich, weil zu dem Zeitpunkt kaum Gäste vor Ort waren und die Pooltemperaturen recht kühl waren.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Wildschweine mit Frischlingen bei einer Wanderung. :-)
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Montebuoni ist ein Geheimtip. Ich hoffe, dass nur solche Gäste diese Perle in der Toskana finden, die die hier vorzufindene Ruhe, Sauberkeit und Privatsphäre respektieren und wahren. Montebuoni ist weit schöner, als es sich auf den Internetseiten darstellen läßt. Die winzigen Örtchen "um die Ecke" Lecchi und SanSano ,zeigen viel mehr von dem wahren und schönen Toskanaleben als die großen Touristenabfertigungsmagneten. Die Panoramen zu den Olivenhängen auf der einen Seite der Anlage sowie zu den Weinhängen auf der anderen Seite sind traumhaft. Montebuoni verleitet zur regelmäßigen Wiederkehr. Die Verwalter sind top.
R. Scolaro
Germany
Mai 2009
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die Anlage, das Haus und der Ausblick übertrafen die Erwartungen. Jeder Tag war ein Highlight. :-)
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Sehr sauber und sehr gut ausgestattet. Die gesamte Anlage ist seht gut und stetig gepflegt sowie gut verwaltet. Lediglich der Pool wurde nicht regelmäßig gereinigt. Wahrscheinlich, weil zu dem Zeitpunkt kaum Gäste vor Ort waren und die Pooltemperaturen recht kühl waren.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Wildschweine mit Frischlingen bei einer Wanderung. :-)
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Montebuoni ist ein Geheimtip. Ich hoffe, dass nur solche Gäste diese Perle in der Toskana finden, die die hier vorzufindene Ruhe, Sauberkeit und Privatsphäre respektieren und wahren. Montebuoni ist weit schöner, als es sich auf den Internetseiten darstellen läßt. Die winzigen Örtchen "um die Ecke" Lecchi und SanSano ,zeigen viel mehr von dem wahren und schönen Toskanaleben als die großen Touristenabfertigungsmagneten. Die Panoramen zu den Olivenhängen auf der einen Seite der Anlage sowie zu den Weinhängen auf der anderen Seite sind traumhaft. Montebuoni verleitet zur regelmäßigen Wiederkehr. Die Verwalter sind top.
R. Scolaro
Germany
Mai 2009
La Scala
What were the highlights of your holiday? Enjoying watching our young children running around the grounds of Montebuoni Visting Siena and Florence Driving around the beautiful countryside
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Very good
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? No
Do you have any other comments? No
Michael Clark
United Kingdom
March 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? Enjoying watching our young children running around the grounds of Montebuoni Visting Siena and Florence Driving around the beautiful countryside
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Very good
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? No
Do you have any other comments? No
Michael Clark
United Kingdom
March 2009
Lavanda
What were the highlights of your holiday? The location, the relaxation, etc.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Very good, delivered on the expectation. Clean, suitable.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Not really.
Do you have any other comments? the operators of the location were very good, helpful etc. Considering it was definitely out of season, they did a good job.
Marc McAllister
United Kingdom
April 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? The location, the relaxation, etc.
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? Very good, delivered on the expectation. Clean, suitable.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? Not really.
Do you have any other comments? the operators of the location were very good, helpful etc. Considering it was definitely out of season, they did a good job.
Marc McAllister
United Kingdom
April 2009
Overall impression: It absolutely exceeded our expectations, alot more spacious than we were expecting and beaufifully decorated with all the facilities we needed.
Highlights: Spending warm evenings sipping wine on the terrace watching the sun set, and taking in the atmosphere and soaking up the sunshine by the lovely pool.
Unpleasant surprises: Not at all.
Heather (Accommodation: Panorama)
Overall impression: As per usual Due Leoni was perfect.
Highlights: Enjoying the Tuscan countryside, visiting our favourite restaurants and finding a new restaurant we had never visited before. Also nice to catch up with Sean again and sample his wonderful olive oil. Visiting Daniella Bencini for our own wine and oil tasting. Also enjoying the atmosphere sitting outside at Paulo's bar in Lecchi enjoying a glass of Tuscan red wine.
Unpleasant surprises: None.
Charlie & Jacqui ( Accommodation: Due Leoni)
Overall impression: Comfortable and easy to use, we felt at home. The next door neighbors
were a delight.
Highlights: The reason we came was to participate in the Eroica, the cycle event
in Gaiole. We'll be back next year as well and I plan on requesting the same accommodations.
Unpleasant surprises: None what so ever.
Mark (Accommodation: La Stalla)
Overall impression: It was beautiful! It was perfect for our honeymoon. The pictures on your website don't do it justice.
Highlights: We loved visiting many of the little towns in Tuscany - just walking around enjoying the atmosphere. We really liked visiting Anghiari, which is near Arezzo. It was recommended to us by friends. Probably the biggest hightlight was taking a cooking class at Toscana Mia with Simonetta. It was so much fun and just something a little different to do.
Unpleasant surprises: No
Kim (Due Leoni)
Thank you, the people and the place were the best! Oh, and the food and the countryside. I will enter a photo soon!
Jamie (Accommodation: Il Forno)
Overall impression: Very good, better even than photos on internet!
Highlights: Close to florence for day trip, fireflies in back garden
Unpleasant surprises: No
Aileen (Accommodation: Casa Vecchia)
Highlights: Close to florence for day trip, fireflies in back garden
Unpleasant surprises: No
Aileen (Accommodation: Casa Vecchia)
We loved La Stalla. There was plenty of room for four of us and it was very well equipped the terrace was really nice with plenty of room.
The highlights of our holiday were the beautiful views and scenery.We also loved the small villages of Lecchi and San Seno. Another highlight was the wine tasting triporganised by Montebuoni, in spite of the quite difficult walk there! Another highlight was meeting our lovely Italian neighbors.
The only slightly unpleasant surprise (completely beyond your control!) was the weather.We did not expect to get so much rain!! I know it was unusual for the time of year. We still however really enjoyed our holiday. It was all perfect (apart from the rain!) Very many thanks to your excellent company. When we return to Tuscany we will definately use your company again.
Christine (Accommodation: La Stalla)
The highlights of our holiday were the beautiful views and scenery.We also loved the small villages of Lecchi and San Seno. Another highlight was the wine tasting triporganised by Montebuoni, in spite of the quite difficult walk there! Another highlight was meeting our lovely Italian neighbors.
The only slightly unpleasant surprise (completely beyond your control!) was the weather.We did not expect to get so much rain!! I know it was unusual for the time of year. We still however really enjoyed our holiday. It was all perfect (apart from the rain!) Very many thanks to your excellent company. When we return to Tuscany we will definately use your company again.
Christine (Accommodation: La Stalla)
Overall impression: Excellent, the web site photos don't do it justice. The setting was magnificent, the decor and facilities within the villa were superb and we couldn't have wanted for better.
Highlights: Sitting on the rear terrace each evening with some nice local produce,
watching the sun set, admiring the Chianti scenery and enjoying a bottle (or two) of Chianti!. Belissimo. Also enjoying the Chianti restaurants for lunch especially in Lamole and Il Borgetta in Volpaia.
Unpleasant surprises: The only surprise was the dirt road into the property, a bit rough and very dusty, but no complaints as this took us further away from any roads.
James (Accommodation: Due Leoni)
Highlights: Sitting on the rear terrace each evening with some nice local produce,
watching the sun set, admiring the Chianti scenery and enjoying a bottle (or two) of Chianti!. Belissimo. Also enjoying the Chianti restaurants for lunch especially in Lamole and Il Borgetta in Volpaia.
Unpleasant surprises: The only surprise was the dirt road into the property, a bit rough and very dusty, but no complaints as this took us further away from any roads.
James (Accommodation: Due Leoni)
Overall impression: Accomodation was great,Lavanda afforded great views possibly the best in montebouni.It was easy to see that the accomodation is "owned" by someone and isn't just some vacant investment property with an absentee landlord.This I think has to be one of the strong points that To Tuscany brings to the market.Although I'd have liked a couple of english speaking TV stations on the Sat Channels!
Highlights: Bowl of pasta,glass of Chianti & my book on the patio in Lavanda....Playing with the Kids in the pool!
Unpleasant surprises: the roads were a wee bit tight..I hired a 7 seater for comfort for the Kids,bigger than what I'd ordinarily drive & that coupled with the winding roads & driving on the 'other' side of the road had me under pressure.....first time hiring a car abroad.Got used to it as i was driving for the Airport on the homeward journey!
John (Accommodation: Lavanda)
Highlights: Bowl of pasta,glass of Chianti & my book on the patio in Lavanda....Playing with the Kids in the pool!
Unpleasant surprises: the roads were a wee bit tight..I hired a 7 seater for comfort for the Kids,bigger than what I'd ordinarily drive & that coupled with the winding roads & driving on the 'other' side of the road had me under pressure.....first time hiring a car abroad.Got used to it as i was driving for the Airport on the homeward journey!
John (Accommodation: Lavanda)
Overall impression: Very pleased with our accommodation, the bed was comfirtable. We had no toaster in our apartment which might be handy.
Highlights: The location, it's so beautiful and relaxing. I love the Tuscan buildings. Unfortunately the weather was bad for our stay but there's nothing you can do about that!
Unpleasant surprises: The views from some of the other apartments, the setting really is beautiful and allows for a very relaxing stay.
Karen (Accommodation: Bell’Aria)
Highlights: The location, it's so beautiful and relaxing. I love the Tuscan buildings. Unfortunately the weather was bad for our stay but there's nothing you can do about that!
Unpleasant surprises: The views from some of the other apartments, the setting really is beautiful and allows for a very relaxing stay.
Karen (Accommodation: Bell’Aria)
vSorry brief response...
• Service v.good with lots of info
• Accommodation - lovely, simple, but charming.
• Montebuoni - v. attractive, but BIG problem - v.v. cold pool, meaning that the kids were reluctant to spend long days by the pool. I think the problem lies in too enthusiastic filtering which means the water gets moved around so fast it never warms up. Also a problem for other people with small kids who feel cold - we noted.
• You might want to warn people with kids that Chianti is a bit dull. Great if you are an adult ready for fab views, driving and long lunches. Also a bit too tidy and full of Brits and Germans - have all the locals been priced out or just tidied away?
Good travel company, and I speak as the daughter of a travel agent and former producer on BBC's 'Holiday', but not the right destination for families, in my opinion.
Lou (Accommodation: La Contessina)
• Service v.good with lots of info
• Accommodation - lovely, simple, but charming.
• Montebuoni - v. attractive, but BIG problem - v.v. cold pool, meaning that the kids were reluctant to spend long days by the pool. I think the problem lies in too enthusiastic filtering which means the water gets moved around so fast it never warms up. Also a problem for other people with small kids who feel cold - we noted.
• You might want to warn people with kids that Chianti is a bit dull. Great if you are an adult ready for fab views, driving and long lunches. Also a bit too tidy and full of Brits and Germans - have all the locals been priced out or just tidied away?
Good travel company, and I speak as the daughter of a travel agent and former producer on BBC's 'Holiday', but not the right destination for families, in my opinion.
Lou (Accommodation: La Contessina)
Dear Dympna,
In response to your question as to what we did or did not like about your service, I will respond by telling you that not only have we decided to return to Montebuoni for a month next summer, but we are bringing as many as 6 couples with us.
I have referred them all to your web site. I can't thank you enough for all of the suggestions offered through your web site and the info book in allowing us to put together our own itinerary. In spite of your good directions, we have decided to purchase a GPS which I'm certain will add hours to our trip. Unless you are able to speed read at the intersections, I would advise this purchase to anyone traveling in Italy.
The cooking class with Simone at Malborghetto was a delight. I haven't done anything like that before but am reluctant to share my pleasure for fear that when I return, there won't be room for me.
The computers at the office were helpful in letting us stay in touch with family and friends and I can't speak highly enough about the office staff, especially when they helped us out with cell phone service.
The only change I would recommend is that we played tennis every day on that wonderful court, but kept losing balls that would escape in the opening at the bottom of the fence. One other comment, everything on the property was lovely with the exception of the covered area by the pool and tennis court. Some minor painting would greatly improve the appearance of the lovely pool area.
All in all, it would be hard to improve on our trip and want to thank all involved to make Montebuoni such a special place.
Sincerely,
Marilyn
Il Forno
In response to your question as to what we did or did not like about your service, I will respond by telling you that not only have we decided to return to Montebuoni for a month next summer, but we are bringing as many as 6 couples with us.
I have referred them all to your web site. I can't thank you enough for all of the suggestions offered through your web site and the info book in allowing us to put together our own itinerary. In spite of your good directions, we have decided to purchase a GPS which I'm certain will add hours to our trip. Unless you are able to speed read at the intersections, I would advise this purchase to anyone traveling in Italy.
The cooking class with Simone at Malborghetto was a delight. I haven't done anything like that before but am reluctant to share my pleasure for fear that when I return, there won't be room for me.
The computers at the office were helpful in letting us stay in touch with family and friends and I can't speak highly enough about the office staff, especially when they helped us out with cell phone service.
The only change I would recommend is that we played tennis every day on that wonderful court, but kept losing balls that would escape in the opening at the bottom of the fence. One other comment, everything on the property was lovely with the exception of the covered area by the pool and tennis court. Some minor painting would greatly improve the appearance of the lovely pool area.
All in all, it would be hard to improve on our trip and want to thank all involved to make Montebuoni such a special place.
Sincerely,
Marilyn
Il Forno
We loved Panorama, it's a great location and has plenty of room with a large bedroom and a large bathroom. Getting there the first time, was a bit of a challenge, but we made
it...
It was a beautiful and peaceful setting.
Although I had done research before traveling and knew of some local places in the area, the information provided was also helpful. in the area, which we really enjoyed ..
there is a cooking school that does 1 day to 1 week classes; very near at Podere Le Rose in Poggio San Polo, a few kilometers down the road. their web site: http://www.welcometuscany.com
thanks
dorothy
it...
It was a beautiful and peaceful setting.
Although I had done research before traveling and knew of some local places in the area, the information provided was also helpful. in the area, which we really enjoyed ..
there is a cooking school that does 1 day to 1 week classes; very near at Podere Le Rose in Poggio San Polo, a few kilometers down the road. their web site: http://www.welcometuscany.com
thanks
dorothy
Overall impression: It was well appointed and spacious. The kitchen in particular was outstanding. We made a few great meals there. There are only two minor issues I should mention. The tennis court needs a little work and the sole washing machine is innadequate for the number of people using it. Other than those things the surroundings are breathtaking and we got a chance to see and participate in some grape harvesting.
Highlights: The wonderful hill towns of the area and the great food and provisions. The weather was beautiful the whole two weeks except one day. Can't complain about that. We went to the wednesday wine and food tasting and it was very special. The wines and olive oil and the food prepared were excellent. We met some very nice people and stuck up friendships that, I am sure, will last a long time.
Unpleasant surprises: None
George (Accommodation: La Pergola)
Highlights: The wonderful hill towns of the area and the great food and provisions. The weather was beautiful the whole two weeks except one day. Can't complain about that. We went to the wednesday wine and food tasting and it was very special. The wines and olive oil and the food prepared were excellent. We met some very nice people and stuck up friendships that, I am sure, will last a long time.
Unpleasant surprises: None
George (Accommodation: La Pergola)
Overall impression: marvellous - very spacious and comfortable - the furnishings were
nice and the fully equipped kitchen was terrific for preparing the fresh pasta for meals as well as the verandah under the pergola was just great to eat breakfast, lunch and tea
Highlights: the Tuscan area overall and the relative ease to travel to the nearby villages - driving on the 'wrong side of the road' was more fun than I expected
Unpleasant surprises: none that I recall
John (Accommodation: Pergola)
nice and the fully equipped kitchen was terrific for preparing the fresh pasta for meals as well as the verandah under the pergola was just great to eat breakfast, lunch and tea
Highlights: the Tuscan area overall and the relative ease to travel to the nearby villages - driving on the 'wrong side of the road' was more fun than I expected
Unpleasant surprises: none that I recall
John (Accommodation: Pergola)
Overall impression: Very comfortable, and entirely in line with what the website information suggested. Staff at Montebuoni were all most helpful.
Highlights: Visits from Montebuoni to Siena, S.Gimignano, and Cortona - mixed up with lazier days nearer to the burgo. The winetasting expedition was (as guaranteed by one of our daughters, a previous visitor to the hilltop) a first-rate outing. We also had the advantage of some very pleasant early-October weather.
Unpleasant surprises: Fortunately not!
Michael (Accommodation: La Contessina)
Highlights: Visits from Montebuoni to Siena, S.Gimignano, and Cortona - mixed up with lazier days nearer to the burgo. The winetasting expedition was (as guaranteed by one of our daughters, a previous visitor to the hilltop) a first-rate outing. We also had the advantage of some very pleasant early-October weather.
Unpleasant surprises: Fortunately not!
Michael (Accommodation: La Contessina)
Overall impression: Very good. Clean and had everything we possibly needed.
Highlights: The quiet afternoons sat reading in the garden and the trip to the vineyard was fantastic. We've certainly recommended it to all of our friends.
Unpleasant surprises: Nothing too bad, only that the lights in the bedroom were very dull making reading difficult and the ice cream we put in the freezer compartment melted every time we put the oven on!
Helena (Accommodation: L´Oliveta)
Highlights: The quiet afternoons sat reading in the garden and the trip to the vineyard was fantastic. We've certainly recommended it to all of our friends.
Unpleasant surprises: Nothing too bad, only that the lights in the bedroom were very dull making reading difficult and the ice cream we put in the freezer compartment melted every time we put the oven on!
Helena (Accommodation: L´Oliveta)
Overall impression: Well looked after and clean, lots of homely furniture, games, books, kitchen equipment, nice outside area, although not secluded it wasn't over looked and the bed was very comfortable!
Highlights: The wine testing evening, relaxing by the pool (once I got used to the
wasps), lots of restaurants nearby and being so close to Siena and Florence.
Unpleasant surprises: The accommodation. I didn't expect it to be so well furnished and homely.
Rebecca (Accommodation: Il Forno)
Highlights: The wine testing evening, relaxing by the pool (once I got used to the
wasps), lots of restaurants nearby and being so close to Siena and Florence.
Unpleasant surprises: The accommodation. I didn't expect it to be so well furnished and homely.
Rebecca (Accommodation: Il Forno)
Overall impression: We loved La Vigna, and Montebuoni in general. We felt that we
couldn't have found anywhere that we would have liked more for our holiday. The peace and quiet was fantastic! La Vigna was particularly nice in that being tucked away, there is not a lot of 'passing traffic' on the gravel. We're pretty sociable people, but it was nice to be tucked away. The views are stunning. It is simply idyllic.
It was really nice to have a washing machine in the villa. I heard a few mutterings about the on-site one having a 2 hour cycle!
The only issue that we had was with the shower curtain - it was only long enough to stretch across one side, whereas it needed to fit around two sides. We tried to be very careful because we were worried about water damage, so always put towels down around the edge, and tried to contain as much water within the shower. We did mention it twice, and someone did come to look at it whilst we were out one day (footprints in the shower!), but it didn't get
fixed. Even if a double one was not available, another single on would have done the trick. [our comment: the owner has been made aware of it and it is being fixed]
Highlights: Getting away from it all, yet being well situated to explore the Chianti area - all the places we wanted to see such as Siena, San Gimignano and Castellina are easily accessible. We went to the Wednesday wine tasting which was great fun. Daniela was great, and we met some really nice people. We got together again for a drink by the pool on the Friday evening!
We loved Malborghetto - the food was excellent and they were very friendly and welcoming.
It was great to have the tennis court.
Unpleasant surprises: No
Rosemary (Australia) - Accommodation: La Vigna
couldn't have found anywhere that we would have liked more for our holiday. The peace and quiet was fantastic! La Vigna was particularly nice in that being tucked away, there is not a lot of 'passing traffic' on the gravel. We're pretty sociable people, but it was nice to be tucked away. The views are stunning. It is simply idyllic.
It was really nice to have a washing machine in the villa. I heard a few mutterings about the on-site one having a 2 hour cycle!
The only issue that we had was with the shower curtain - it was only long enough to stretch across one side, whereas it needed to fit around two sides. We tried to be very careful because we were worried about water damage, so always put towels down around the edge, and tried to contain as much water within the shower. We did mention it twice, and someone did come to look at it whilst we were out one day (footprints in the shower!), but it didn't get
fixed. Even if a double one was not available, another single on would have done the trick. [our comment: the owner has been made aware of it and it is being fixed]
Highlights: Getting away from it all, yet being well situated to explore the Chianti area - all the places we wanted to see such as Siena, San Gimignano and Castellina are easily accessible. We went to the Wednesday wine tasting which was great fun. Daniela was great, and we met some really nice people. We got together again for a drink by the pool on the Friday evening!
We loved Malborghetto - the food was excellent and they were very friendly and welcoming.
It was great to have the tennis court.
Unpleasant surprises: No
Rosemary (Australia) - Accommodation: La Vigna
Overall impression: Absolutely lovely! It was perfect for us :o)
Highlights: We really had such a wonderful break, it's hard to single out a 'favourite' highlight. When we arrived the scent of lavender and rosemary, coupled with the views blew us away and set us immediately into RELAX mode. We loved our visit to Casa Nuova di Ama. The walk through the vineyards was beautiful, the hospitality was superb and we loved the wines so much we went back to buy more. We enjoyed staying in eating excellent local produce and relaxing as much as we enjoyed going exploring the cities and towns around us (our favourites being San Gimgnano and Castellina - best icecream and pizza respectively!!!). I would recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway. Thank you for a wonderful holiday!
Unpleasant surprises: No
Manda (Accommodation: Panorama)
Highlights: We really had such a wonderful break, it's hard to single out a 'favourite' highlight. When we arrived the scent of lavender and rosemary, coupled with the views blew us away and set us immediately into RELAX mode. We loved our visit to Casa Nuova di Ama. The walk through the vineyards was beautiful, the hospitality was superb and we loved the wines so much we went back to buy more. We enjoyed staying in eating excellent local produce and relaxing as much as we enjoyed going exploring the cities and towns around us (our favourites being San Gimgnano and Castellina - best icecream and pizza respectively!!!). I would recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway. Thank you for a wonderful holiday!
Unpleasant surprises: No
Manda (Accommodation: Panorama)
Overall impression: Absolutely heavenly. Because it is a privately owned home, the furnishings surpassed our expectations and the house was extremely comfortable and well equipped with a beautiful garden - perfect for sitting out for breakfast and dinner.
Highlights: Waking up in the morning and looking out of the bedroom window at the beautiful view of the Tuscan hills and vineyards. Having the swimming pool and tennis court within easy readh - but not too close to the house. Enjoying the wonderful local restaurants and exploring the surrounding countryside.
Unpleasant surprises: Queueing at Rome Airport to collect a pre-booked hire car for three and a half hours was the most unpleasant part of the whole trip!
At the end of a very long journey, after turning off the main road from Lecchi, turning right instead of left and having to negotiate an extremely difficult hill, then discovering we were in the wrong place, having arrived at the vineyard next door. The signpost to Montebuoni on the main road is clear but the next one is overgrown and not visible. [our response - the management of Montebuoni is going to fix this]
Although not unpleasant but certainly a surprise - the couple sleeping in the downstairs bedroom woke at 4.00 a.m. to the sound of what they thought was rain - but it turned out to be the sprinkler coming on! Because the garden always looked as though it had been watered, we had thought there must be a little man coming round with a hose before we were awake!!
Felicity (Accommodation: La Scala)
Highlights: Waking up in the morning and looking out of the bedroom window at the beautiful view of the Tuscan hills and vineyards. Having the swimming pool and tennis court within easy readh - but not too close to the house. Enjoying the wonderful local restaurants and exploring the surrounding countryside.
Unpleasant surprises: Queueing at Rome Airport to collect a pre-booked hire car for three and a half hours was the most unpleasant part of the whole trip!
At the end of a very long journey, after turning off the main road from Lecchi, turning right instead of left and having to negotiate an extremely difficult hill, then discovering we were in the wrong place, having arrived at the vineyard next door. The signpost to Montebuoni on the main road is clear but the next one is overgrown and not visible. [our response - the management of Montebuoni is going to fix this]
Although not unpleasant but certainly a surprise - the couple sleeping in the downstairs bedroom woke at 4.00 a.m. to the sound of what they thought was rain - but it turned out to be the sprinkler coming on! Because the garden always looked as though it had been watered, we had thought there must be a little man coming round with a hose before we were awake!!
Felicity (Accommodation: La Scala)
Thank you for your e-mail re out stay at La Stalla in Montebuoni.
We had a wonderful time. The accommodation was superb. The quality of the restoration and the standard of furnishing was beyond our expectations. Absolutely no down side and we will undoubtedly pay a return visit.
Regards.
Tom Paice (Accommodation: La Stalla)
We had a wonderful time. The accommodation was superb. The quality of the restoration and the standard of furnishing was beyond our expectations. Absolutely no down side and we will undoubtedly pay a return visit.
Regards.
Tom Paice (Accommodation: La Stalla)
The hamlet itself blends into the surrounding landscape beautifully, and the gardens were a delight. I particularly enjoyed watching the bees, butterflies and all manner of other insects feeding off the lavendar. Having stayed at La Contessina before, I knew what to expect and booked it again because it suited my needs perfectly. My two daughters, who hadn't been before, thought it was just perfect. If the owner is ever thinking of selling, please let me know!
George Darby (Accommodation: La Contessina)
George Darby (Accommodation: La Contessina)
The house (La Scala) is lovely and ideal for our needs - clean, spacious and with all modern comforts and a lovely private garden. Montebuoni is wonderfully quiet and peaceful - a real haven away from our usual noisy London existence! At the end of our journey it was heaven to arrive there. The facilities are great - the pool is lovely and the hamlet is safe for children. You can meet other guests but have privacy at the same time. The wine-tasting is a lovely experience and again children are welcome. Montebuoni is an ideal base from which to tour the Chianti region but there are plenty of good restaurants and local shops within a short drive if you don't feel like venturing far.
Dara Corless
Dara Corless
The accommodation was tastefully furnished and the buildings as a whole had been very well converted. It was great to have our own garden, as well as a terrace. The gardens were lovely and the pool was well sited. We liked the views and appreciated the peace and quiet.
Alison Ledgerwood (il Giardino)
Alison Ledgerwood (il Giardino)
Excellent. Would go back today if i could.
Peace and quiet. Although there are many villas there you would never know
William Alexander (Due Leoni)
Peace and quiet. Although there are many villas there you would never know
William Alexander (Due Leoni)
Hi Michaela, Due Leoni was perfect, nice and peaceful and perfect for our
honeymoon, the views were breathtaking as were the sunsets. We had our
wedding in Brolio, so not far for us to travell and we loved the whole area,
Lecchi, Rada etc
We had a fantastic time
Cheers
Iain
Dear Michela,
Thanks for the email.
We were delighted by our stay. We found the accommodation first-class and
have nothing but compliments about the apartment. We would certainly return
- it was a very relaxing holiday. I cannot think of any negatives - so I'm
not going to try. So thanks again.
All the best, Colin Wilkinson
(Bella Vista)
We had seen L'Oliveta before and we liked it a lot.... Therefore our overall
impression was great and we were not disappointed.
We liked that it was a separate house and the terrace. Especially since we
had 2 boys with us, they could play outside and not bother other people
staying at Montebuoni.
The location is ideal. Right in the middle of Chianti, close to some lovely
small towns. The view from L'Oliveta is also special especially the sun
sets.
Kind regards,
Rob.
Pam, just a note to say how much we enjoyed our stay at Due Leoni, who could fail not to??!! please pass our thanks again to Sabina & Sean, very professional & friendly.
Till the next time.
Cheers from
Sara & Peter
Till the next time.
Cheers from
Sara & Peter
Just to tell you that our stay in Montebuoni was wonderful, the appartment was nice and well equipped.
We enjoyed a lot our vacations.
We enjoyed a lot our vacations.
Kind Regards
Cécile and Vincent Gély
Client - Barb Simasko
Nationality - US
We loved Montebuoni and the area. Everything
about our two weeks was perfect and our time there was the best part of
our month long trip. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU. We then took a train to Rome where we spent five days. The weather was
fabulous and Rome had its usual buzz but there were very few tourists.
We were able to do the tourist things wherever we wanted without lines
and crowds. We then picked up a car, taking two days to get to Montebuoni, exploring
around Belsena and Montalcino. As we headed north from Siena, we could
not believe the beauty of the land. After all the planning, looking at
web sites, travel books and maps, arriving in Radda and then Montebuoni
was like a dream. It was like we had imagine it, but more. Pictures do
not capture how it feels, smells, and looks when you are there. Our
accommodations were fabulous. Sean and Sabrina are delightful, although,
we did not see a great deal of them as they had family visiting. But, we
did get to see the beautiful babies. Having two weeks there gave us time to be and do. We had some city
excursions to Siena, San Gimignano, and Florence which were great
adventures, but, we loved being in the country. We had a great time at
the cooking school for two days and learned a lot about the culture.
Exploring the smaller towns was really a treat. We usually ate lunch
out, drank cappuccino and some very good wines. Neither of us much likes
driving at night, especially in unfamiliar places, so we would pick up
something easy to cook during our outings and be back to our terrace to
watch the sun set. We took asfew days to just hang out. We loved feeling
the season change each day. We could feel winter creep in as the mists
in the valleys increased just a tad bit each morning. Each sunset was
spectacularly unique as the sun moved lightly to the left each day. We
loved watching the grape harvest and old people in Radda and Lecchi.
There are just so many moments that were special. We loved being in
those moments. Don and I are very grateful to you for introducing us to
this very special place. We drove back to Geneva via the Lake District, spent a few more days in
Geneva and returned home. The trip was a perfect length of time. We
were ready to come home. We found that we missed our life...our dogs,
our friends, our family, our routines, water pressure, our house. I can
see that there is a real shift in energy between vacationing in a place
and living in a place. We were on vacation.
Nationality - US
We loved Montebuoni and the area. Everything
about our two weeks was perfect and our time there was the best part of
our month long trip. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU. We then took a train to Rome where we spent five days. The weather was
fabulous and Rome had its usual buzz but there were very few tourists.
We were able to do the tourist things wherever we wanted without lines
and crowds. We then picked up a car, taking two days to get to Montebuoni, exploring
around Belsena and Montalcino. As we headed north from Siena, we could
not believe the beauty of the land. After all the planning, looking at
web sites, travel books and maps, arriving in Radda and then Montebuoni
was like a dream. It was like we had imagine it, but more. Pictures do
not capture how it feels, smells, and looks when you are there. Our
accommodations were fabulous. Sean and Sabrina are delightful, although,
we did not see a great deal of them as they had family visiting. But, we
did get to see the beautiful babies. Having two weeks there gave us time to be and do. We had some city
excursions to Siena, San Gimignano, and Florence which were great
adventures, but, we loved being in the country. We had a great time at
the cooking school for two days and learned a lot about the culture.
Exploring the smaller towns was really a treat. We usually ate lunch
out, drank cappuccino and some very good wines. Neither of us much likes
driving at night, especially in unfamiliar places, so we would pick up
something easy to cook during our outings and be back to our terrace to
watch the sun set. We took asfew days to just hang out. We loved feeling
the season change each day. We could feel winter creep in as the mists
in the valleys increased just a tad bit each morning. Each sunset was
spectacularly unique as the sun moved lightly to the left each day. We
loved watching the grape harvest and old people in Radda and Lecchi.
There are just so many moments that were special. We loved being in
those moments. Don and I are very grateful to you for introducing us to
this very special place. We drove back to Geneva via the Lake District, spent a few more days in
Geneva and returned home. The trip was a perfect length of time. We
were ready to come home. We found that we missed our life...our dogs,
our friends, our family, our routines, water pressure, our house. I can
see that there is a real shift in energy between vacationing in a place
and living in a place. We were on vacation.
FAQ
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
At what time should we arrive and depart?
Arrival time 16.00 if you arrive after 19.00 please telephone
Departure time 10.00 am
Can you help with travel arrangements?
For help on travel arrangements by car, by plane or by train select Reach Tuscany from the home page.
Are the prices per person or per apartment?
The price displayed are per apartment.
Are linen and towels provided or do I need to bring my own?
Yes linen and towels are provided and included in the price displayed, bring your own pool towel.
Is the central heating included in the price?
No, the central heating is charged on consumption when required.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes, there are two 15x7.5 meters and a small baby pool open from April to October
Is there a telephone, fax, email connection available?
There is no phone, we recommend you hire a mobile phone with you car, many car hire companies now offer this service. At the property there is Internet access during office hours, you can use www.skype.com for calls.
Is there a balcony or terrace belonging to the apartment?
Yes all have with exception of Bell'Aria, Panorama and Santa Lucia.
Are there local grocery stores?
Yes within 3 miles.
Where can we rent bicycles?
Please contact D.F. BIKE at http://www.dfbike.it/
tel and fax: +39-0577-271905
email: info@dfbike.it
Where are the nearest riding stables?
Please see the following link http://www.castelloditornano.it/maneggioingle.htm
How far are the airports?
Florence 1 hour, Pisa 2 hours, Bologna 2 hours, Rome 3 hours.
When do I get road directions?
Directions are provided with your final confirmation, after full payment is received.
Where do I find the directions?
The directions can be found as a link on your final confirmation email. They can also be accessed by logging into your booking details using your useremail and password.
If necessary, how do we contact To Tuscany once in Italy?
As all the villas are privately owned and managed we have no on-site representative however we can be contacted at any time during your stay in Italy. You can call Sean on +39 333 2495106.
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In House Details
- The size of the apartment is 65 sqm
- bedroom 1
- bathroom 1
In House: Facilities
- Private garden
- Furnished terrace
- CD player
- TV Sat
- Fully equipped kitchen
- No pets allowed
Onsite: Facilities and Local Services
- Swimming pool - 15 x 7.5 mtrs and 1.5mtrs deep - open April to October
- Washing Machine Onsite - self service (charged as used)
- House Maid - available on request
- Leisure walks, swimming, tennis, mountain bikes
- Local Leisure - cooking school, horse riding, ballooning, yachting
- Private Chef - available on request
- Babysitter - book in advance
- Wine Tastings - available on request
- Horse riding - available at Castello di Tornano, on the way to Gaiole. Please see FAQ for further info.
- Distances - Florence 40km, Siena 25km, San Gimignano 50km
- Approach road - 1.5 km very good unpaved road
- Self-service check-in - hassle free arrivals
- Internet Onsite - computers with access to high speed Internet, available during office hours, charged as used.
- Facebook - Montebuoni group now on facebook, open to all
- Other services Trip Advisor comments
- Tennis court - available to guests next to the pool
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I went on holiday with my family and we range from 60 years to 2 years so finding a villa to suit all our needs was proving to be quite tricky. When I found your website I just felt a sense of relief
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Suzette Pennington
(US)
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I can't be more pleased with the service To-Tuscany provided. Dick Calabro was especially helpful answering all of my pre-trip questions in a most helpful and timely fashion.
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Tim Jepson
Daily Telegraph
Daily Telegraph
I like To Tuscany, partly because it has a tremendous range of villas, and partly because (unlike many companies) it has an excellent website that provides what you really want when choosing a villa.
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Frannk Gardner
BBC - Security Correspondent
BBC - Security Correspondent
Our accommodation, which cost less than £800 for the week, is in a converted stone farmhouse next to a 12th Century Franciscan chapel. There is a pergola shaded by vines round the back here we quickly settle into a rhythm of eating long pasta suppers while the shadows lengthen.
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