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Pinturicchio at Pretaccione
Location address: Lecchi in Chianti - Siena
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Pinturicchio at Pretaccione
Location address: Lecchi in Chianti - Siena
The house is entered through its own private courtyard garden, landscaped with rose bushes and rosemary and containing a dining table and chairs for dining out of doors. The large living area with open fireplace has terracotta floors and high ceilings, as do all the rooms in the house. The comfortable sofa converts into a double sofa-bed and there is a satellite television with CD and DVD facilities, as well as two easy chairs for reading.
Down three steps through a grand archway lies the large, fully-equipped kitchen, which includes an electric oven and hob with four burners, a refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker and dish washer beneath a polished granite top. It is furnished with a Tuscan oak dining table and chairs suitable for 8 people, as well as with another comfortable reading chair next to the door opening out onto the courtyard garden.
At the end of the hallway leading from the living area is the generously-proportioned master bedroom with a door window opening onto a path private to the villa, on the other side of the path there is the garden of the neighbouring villa. The door is the only window in the room. The room is furnished with a hand-made double bed frame with orthopaedic mattress, two bedside tables, a triple wardrobe and a writing/dressing table. Its large bathroom located next door contains a tub and a separate shower nestled in a brick and stucco archway.
In the second bedroom there is a double wardrobe, dressing table, bedside table and the hand-made iron bed frames of the twin beds, also equipped with orthopaedic mattresses, which can be made up as a king-sized bed, if desired. This room has high ceiling windows that look out onto a path private to the villa, beyond is the garden of a neighbouring villa. This bedroom opens onto a landing that leads to a separate bath and shower.
Returning to the courtyard garden, one walks through a porte-cochere out to a landscaped garden with a terrace under a pergola. The terrace looks out to the south over the vineyard and rolling hills that tumble down the valley towards Siena and it is furnished with additional chairs as well as a table for drinks and reading materials. The courtyard garden is closed in without views while the terrace under a pergola is open with views.
Pinturicchio is the home of a semi-retired art historian who has decorated it with original prints and reproductions of Italian paintings from the National Gallery in London.
Traveller reviews for
Pretaccione
Clare
Penrith, United Kingdom
25.08.2012
25.08.2012
"Building was interesting,and good sense of space. Well equipped overall. "
Elisabeth
Herdecke, Germany
09.08.2012
09.08.2012
"Wunderbar einsam in traumhafter Umgebung, doch mit Möglichkeiten, die anderen Bewohner des Weilers kennenzulernen.Sehr gut ausgestattetes Haus, das auch in den wärmsten Nächten kühl genug zum Schlafen war.
Überwältigend: der Lavendelduft ... "
Pinturicchio at Pretaccione
Location address: Lecchi in Chianti - Siena
Podere Pretaccione, 1000 year old, was once the home of itinerant priests. Located in the heart of the Chianti Classico wine region, Pretaccione provides a restful, rural setting just 20 minutes from historic Siena. The main building has been carefully restored into eight spacious apartments, each comfortably furnished in keeping with the terracotta floors, stone archways and beamed ceilings. A large swimming pool and tennis court with garden furniture are set on a lawned terrace just below the farmhouse. The ancient stone patios provide expansive views of the Arbie River as it winds through the valley toward Siena.
The houses all have private gardens with terraces furnished with tables and chairs for al fresco eating. The pretty village of San Sano, 4km away, boasts an excellent country style restaurant and a small grocery store with a bar.
Pretaccione is on the property of the Dievole Winery and spa, a short drive or a healthy walk up a country road. Visitors are always welcome for wine tastings and special dinners at the winery.
Pretaccione is on the property of the Dievole Winery and spa, a short drive or a healthy walk up a country road. Visitors are always welcome for wine tastings and special dinners at the winery.
- Pretaccione rated "excellent" by 4 travellers
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Pool Info
The swimming pool is 14 meters x 5.5 meters and 1.30 - 2.30 meters deep. It is open from Easter to October. Lawned terraces offer plenty of open space around the pool area, there is a terracotta pool-surround terrace furnished with comfortable sunbeds, this area south facing and enjoys full sun.
Pretaccione has a full-size, concrete based tennis court that is situated in the gardens near the pool. The court is in an open position - perfect for working on your game whilest enjoying the views of the Siena hills, after you can take a dip in the pool and bask in the Tuscan sunshine on the furnished terrace.
Nearest town
Pretaccione is located 4km from the small village San Sano and 6km from Lecchi in Chianti. The Chianti towns, Radda in Chianti and Gaiole in Chianti are 15 minutes drive away and Siena is 30 minutes.
Traveller reviews for
Pretaccione
Clare
Penrith, United Kingdom
25.08.2012
25.08.2012
"Building was interesting,and good sense of space. Well equipped overall. "
Elisabeth
Herdecke, Germany
09.08.2012
09.08.2012
"Wunderbar einsam in traumhafter Umgebung, doch mit Möglichkeiten, die anderen Bewohner des Weilers kennenzulernen.Sehr gut ausgestattetes Haus, das auch in den wärmsten Nächten kühl genug zum Schlafen war.
Überwältigend: der Lavendelduft ... "
Pinturicchio at Pretaccione
Location address: Lecchi in Chianti - Siena
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- Arrival/Departure day: Thursday
- Terms and conditions: please read the booking contract
- The Security Deposit is 200 Euro or equivalent in your own currency, this will be held by the owner for the duration of your stay. Any damages plus heating/air conditioning, where applicable, costs will be taken from this with the remainder returned at the end of your holiday.
Payment method for security deposit: Credit Card - Weekly linen and bathroom towels: included - service provided by local supplier
- Central heating: by consumption
- Mandatory final clean: included - service provided by local supplier
- Tourist tax: 1,50 Euro per person, per night some exemptions apply
- Baby cot: 1 available on request, no extra cost
- High chair: 1 available on request, no extra cost
Pinturicchio at Pretaccione
Location address: Lecchi in Chianti - Siena
The guest reviews published below represent the personal opinions of To Tuscany customers who completed a questionnaire after their stay at the villa or apartment. These opinions do not necessarily represent the view of To Tuscany. For help with translation we recommend http://translate.google.com/
Clare
Family with older children
Review date:
Stay: August 2012
Building was interesting,and good sense of space. Well equipped overall.
Would have liked a view.Main bedroom was dark and this was exacerbated by the fact that the door/window faced directly onto another apartments courtyard so the shutter had to be closed most of the time ,The second bedroom was also dark .None of the windows could be left open at night because of mosquitos and the absence of fly screens ( as the upper apartment had) , this made the bedrooms too hot at night , so air Con or flyscreens please. The apartment was for five people but there were only four chairs on the patio. The brochure implied that we could do a vineyard vsit from the apartment within walking distance , this was not the case and a wine-tasting and lunch which involves driving is not on .The brochure speaks of views over sunflower fields and watching the river snake away etc this was not the case.
San Ginignano was wonderful.The Sculpture Park was excellent.Radda was a good little town for viewing and shopping. The brochure suggests that there is only one little shop and attached wine bar in Radda whereas the COOP is the better shopping outlet and there are several excellent restaurants.La Perla was superb!
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Elisabeth
Mature couple
Review date:
Stay: July 2012
Wunderbar einsam in traumhafter Umgebung, doch mit Möglichkeiten, die anderen Bewohner des Weilers kennenzulernen.Sehr gut ausgestattetes Haus, das auch in den wärmsten Nächten kühl genug zum Schlafen war.
Überwältigend: der Lavendelduft beim Heimkehren.
Entzückend: die scheuen aber wunderhübschen Geckos auf der Terasse und im Garten.
Die Schlafzimmer könnten besser beleutet sein. Leider gibt es keine Liegestühle für die Terasse und keine Mückengitter vor den Fenstern.
Persönlich hätte ich mir eine schattigere Pergola gewünscht; die "Bedachung" dort müsste mal erneuert werden.
Sehr zu empfehlen: der Sculpture Parc und die Art Gallery; ansonsten alle die kleinen Orte der Umgebung, an deren ursprünglichem Charme auch der Tourismus nur wenig geändert hat.
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Anonymous
Family with young children
Review date:
Stay: June 2012
gute ausstattung (küche)
wir haben leider einen arzt gebraucht => die organisation war dafür hervorragend!
nur ein deutsches TV programm
zuviel mücken (kein mückennetz vor türen und fenstern)
kein hinweis, wo der müll hin kommt
in radda gibt es ein kleines toskanisches restaurant (von deutschen geführt), essen und ambiente waren dort sehr gut, auch die portionsgrößen
das el grotte hat uns nicht so gut gefallen
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Anna
Family with young children
Review date:
Stay: May 2012
I loved the kitchen and space. Kitchen was nicely supplied. Having a dishwasher and washing washing were key. The two rooms and living room were quite nice.
And the patio was amazing. This was a pleasant surprise as in the pictures, I wasn't sure if the courtyard was all ours or joined with the villa apartment next to ours. Very nice! And I loved the position of Pinturicchio in the villa. I thought I might not with it being close to the pool. But with kids, being on this side of the villa is key. Much rather be near the yard than the parking lot!
The home hadn't been used in some time. I'm sure it was cleaned after the last used but since then, there were some minor cobwebs in corners/windows. Also, an airing out before we came would have been nice. It had a very cold, tomblike feel when we arrived. This went away after a day of airing out. But this should be done if the unit has sat empty for a while.
It was dark but this is the nature of the apartment. Perhaps a larger lamp for the two bedrooms.
Very separate note: In the driving directions for English speakers, make sure to note that you take the SECOND sign for San Sano after the T in the road onto 408. It was a little unclear. The first sign for San Sano doesn't work before 408 doesn't work. And the highways aren't marked so for the first time out, it can be confusing :)
The Sculpture Park and Castillo Brollio were amazing!
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Frank
Review date:
Stay: September 2010
Pinturicchio
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Stadtrundfahrt in Florenz,Siena, einen wunderschönen Abend mit Michaela von Il Fiasco
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? positv, der Gesamteindruck übertraff alle Erwartungen vollends,keine geschönten Bilder genauso wie bei Buchung,nichts verwohnt und dergleichen,die komplette Anlage ist Tadellos in Schuß gehalten man kann sie nur weiter empfehlen
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? nach 24h Dauerregen eine Überschwemmung in der Wohnung,wo sich das Wasser seinen Weg suchte - (Schlafzimmer ca.3-4cm,Badezimmer und Kaminzimmer).Aber ein kurzes Telefonat am Vormittag genügte und uns wurde sofort geholfen (Putzfrau etc.).Dafür noch mal herzlichen Dank an allen Beteiligten
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? eine kleine Randnotiz, Gläser und Geschür (nur 1 Eierbecher vorhanden) überprüfen lassen
Frank Salamon
Germany
September 2010
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Stadtrundfahrt in Florenz,Siena, einen wunderschönen Abend mit Michaela von Il Fiasco
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? positv, der Gesamteindruck übertraff alle Erwartungen vollends,keine geschönten Bilder genauso wie bei Buchung,nichts verwohnt und dergleichen,die komplette Anlage ist Tadellos in Schuß gehalten man kann sie nur weiter empfehlen
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? nach 24h Dauerregen eine Überschwemmung in der Wohnung,wo sich das Wasser seinen Weg suchte - (Schlafzimmer ca.3-4cm,Badezimmer und Kaminzimmer).Aber ein kurzes Telefonat am Vormittag genügte und uns wurde sofort geholfen (Putzfrau etc.).Dafür noch mal herzlichen Dank an allen Beteiligten
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? eine kleine Randnotiz, Gläser und Geschür (nur 1 Eierbecher vorhanden) überprüfen lassen
Frank Salamon
Germany
September 2010
Sue
Review date:
Stay: June 2010
Pinturicchio
What were the highlights of your holiday? Lovely setting in a gorgeous part of Tuscany
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? The accommodation was typical Tuscan style. The inside was clean and welcoming
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? We stayed in Pinturicchio. One of the entrance doors to the apartment would not open, so we could only use the door that opened into the kitchen. The problem with this was that outside, above the door, were several birds nests and the door step was constantly covered with bird droppings which we had to step in to get into the house. This was unhygienic and not ideal with a baby crawling around. Also, there were some dead baby birds that had fallen from the nests. There were unpleasant damp smells in the bathrooms and the bedrooms smelt a bit musty. No teaspoons, could have done with some more cutlery provided.
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service?
Sue Manning
United Kingdom
June 2010
The entrance door was attended to by the property management company and they will also try to manage the nesting birds better next season.
What were the highlights of your holiday? Lovely setting in a gorgeous part of Tuscany
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? The accommodation was typical Tuscan style. The inside was clean and welcoming
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? We stayed in Pinturicchio. One of the entrance doors to the apartment would not open, so we could only use the door that opened into the kitchen. The problem with this was that outside, above the door, were several birds nests and the door step was constantly covered with bird droppings which we had to step in to get into the house. This was unhygienic and not ideal with a baby crawling around. Also, there were some dead baby birds that had fallen from the nests. There were unpleasant damp smells in the bathrooms and the bedrooms smelt a bit musty. No teaspoons, could have done with some more cutlery provided.
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service?
Sue Manning
United Kingdom
June 2010
The entrance door was attended to by the property management company and they will also try to manage the nesting birds better next season.
Rick
Review date:
Stay: September 2009
Pinturicchio
What were the highlights of your holiday? 2 meals in San Sano and cooking another at our apartment - we also enjoyed our visits to all the villages in the region and the wine!!
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? It was all we hoped it would be - pictures and description accurately reflected what we experienced
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? None - thankfully!!
Do you have any other comments? Thank-you for helping make our trip so enjoyable!!
Rick Crooker
Canada
September 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? 2 meals in San Sano and cooking another at our apartment - we also enjoyed our visits to all the villages in the region and the wine!!
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? It was all we hoped it would be - pictures and description accurately reflected what we experienced
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? None - thankfully!!
Do you have any other comments? Thank-you for helping make our trip so enjoyable!!
Rick Crooker
Canada
September 2009
Dear Linda,
It is a whole year since we were in Tuscany and the latest newsletter just arrived and stirred our memories, so I thought I would just write and say again what a wonderful place Pinturicchio was and how we loved our villa. It was absolutly perfect and the most gorgeous countryside and we loved sitting out in the the little shelter early in the morning having our breakfast and admiring the view. One day we would love to go again, don"t know if we will be able to but if we do we will certainly be organising it all through you and to-tuscany, it all went like clockwork.
Please tell the art historian who owns the villa how priviledged we felt to be able stay in his lovely place and will never forget it. Thanks again,
yours sincerely,
Angus and Cathie Sloane
We have enjoyed a wonderful week, in a location perfect for relaxation. Not only does the villa provide an excellent holt-hale, but the surrounding villages have great restaurants; namely Malborghetto in Lecchi (closed Tuesday) and Grotta della Rana in San Sano (closed Wed.). We would certainly come back. Simon and Abigail (Accommodation: Il Fornaio)
We had a spectacular time in Pretaccione at our little villa, Il Fornaio; The hills of Tuscany were very alluring & we took many back roads to discover the culture. We especially enjoyed the market in Castellina (in spite of frigid cold). Our trips to Siena, Firenze &San Gimignano were all very different, but each had their own charm. You will find the most welcoming greeting from a sweet lade who runs the market in Lecchi in Chianti. The hills are full of enchanting little villages with their own pieces of history. We also found a special friend that we nicknamed “Sir Charles” which we later found is the local “gatto” named Kitty. She, “Charlie” is very tame and very well behaved if you would like to have her visit with you inside Il Fornaio. We left cat food so we hope you will take care of her as we have. She’s a very loving, gentle spirit! Il Fornaio was an excellent find! We cooked many meals here as well as had Andrea come in to cook Michael a 5-course Birthday Dinner – what a wonderful way to end our stay here at Il Fornaio! We hope you will fall in love all over again as we have here in Pretaccione! Karen & Michael (Accommodation: Il Fornaio)
A truly tranquil and relaxing spot, a very well appointed cottage, although the missing fan would have come in useful but did not detract from the special place that is “il Fornaio.”
We loved using the BBQ for outside dining in the beautiful … and would have loved a couple of sunbeds there as well, as mentioned by previous occupants, maybe something we can look forward to on our intended future visits? It is very rare that we would ever consider returning to the same place on holiday, but this delightful place has left a lasting positive impression on us, in every way possible.
P.S. Don’t worry if you hear dogs and shots in the night. It’s just the boar hunters!
Penny & Paul (Accommodation: il Fornaio)
This truly is a wonderful place. Reading through everyone’s comments I’m not sure there’s anything else to add. The apartment is a wonderful base to discover Tuscany. It really has been a getaway from it all holiday and we feel totally relaxed now.You have a beautiful place in a beautiful setting and we are very envious.
Thank you for letting us share it.
Dianne and Bob (Accommodation: Il Fornaio)
Thank you for letting us share it.
Dianne and Bob (Accommodation: Il Fornaio)
Overall impression: excellent - the best appointed villa we have ever stayed in - we have never had such a great arrange of pans, utensiles CDs DVDs etc to use or enjoy. However the weather was fantastic so we didn't have to wade through the DVD library thankfully!!
Highlights:Andrea Giusti came to prepare a meal one evening and was able to cater for my mother in law who has a gluten and dairy intolerence. Seeing as this ruled out pasta and cheese, Andrea came up with a wonderful meal
Unpleasant surprises: Apart from waking up on the last day to realise we had to return to the UK the only downside was that the television had UK channels and therefore my father in law was able to watch the news which we normally avoid so as to get away from everything!! Still it kept him happy!!
Anthony (Accommodation: La Torre)
Highlights:Andrea Giusti came to prepare a meal one evening and was able to cater for my mother in law who has a gluten and dairy intolerence. Seeing as this ruled out pasta and cheese, Andrea came up with a wonderful meal
Unpleasant surprises: Apart from waking up on the last day to realise we had to return to the UK the only downside was that the television had UK channels and therefore my father in law was able to watch the news which we normally avoid so as to get away from everything!! Still it kept him happy!!
Anthony (Accommodation: La Torre)
Overall impression: Great apartment, georgeous garden, tidy pool, tennis was excellent
Highlights: This 1st week as a whole and a visit to Rome.
Unpleasant surprises: No, La Vecchia Stalla and the area was a lovely piece of Italy. The British owners really made their best to get the visitors enjoy the stay. A brilliant (not too hot) apt, too.
Marita (Accommodation: La Vecchia Stalla)
Highlights: This 1st week as a whole and a visit to Rome.
Unpleasant surprises: No, La Vecchia Stalla and the area was a lovely piece of Italy. The British owners really made their best to get the visitors enjoy the stay. A brilliant (not too hot) apt, too.
Marita (Accommodation: La Vecchia Stalla)
Overall impression: Fantastic.
Highlights: Being able to have the flexibility of doing our own thing.
Abigail (Accommodation: Fornaio)
Highlights: Being able to have the flexibility of doing our own thing.
Abigail (Accommodation: Fornaio)
Overall impression: Very well equipped and comfortable. It was rather dark but that was the style of the building and it helped with the heat! The facilities allowed it to feel like home and having the english channels on the TV was great.
Highlights: Hiring a car and taking trips to Siena, Florence, Cataline, Rhadda and San Gimiangno. Siena is incredible and not to be missed!
Unpleasant surprises: A huge amount of wasps that gathered daily in and around the pool area!
Rebecca (Accommodation: Fornaio)
Highlights: Hiring a car and taking trips to Siena, Florence, Cataline, Rhadda and San Gimiangno. Siena is incredible and not to be missed!
Unpleasant surprises: A huge amount of wasps that gathered daily in and around the pool area!
Rebecca (Accommodation: Fornaio)
Overall impression: A lovely part of an old house that was well equiped and clean
Highlights: Walking round the walls of Pienza at sunset and watching the countryside melt into purples
Unpleasant surprises: The ceiling in the mezzanine bedroom was a lot lower than we expected and made using the space difficult for an adult. The property was further out in the countryside than we expected but I have to admit the silence in the evenings was superb and the occasional deer ran across the field below our apartment.
David (Accommodation: Della Francesca)
Highlights: Walking round the walls of Pienza at sunset and watching the countryside melt into purples
Unpleasant surprises: The ceiling in the mezzanine bedroom was a lot lower than we expected and made using the space difficult for an adult. The property was further out in the countryside than we expected but I have to admit the silence in the evenings was superb and the occasional deer ran across the field below our apartment.
David (Accommodation: Della Francesca)
Overall impression: We absolutely loved our villa. It was everything we had hoped for. We lit a fire each night and had a wonderful time playing "Blokus" and drinking wine.
Highlights: Probably just the fact that we could not believe we had "fell in to" - what we considered - the perfect place to stay in Italy. We loved our villa. We thought the location was excellent. We took road trips to Sienna, little villages like San Sano and Radda, and the we discovered the wonderful town of San Gimignano. We had an excellent meal when our private chef came to cook one night. And then there was the day that we just simply hung around the villa and enjoyed the blue sky and peace and quiet.
unpleasant surprises: We would not consider it unpleasant; however, we did have a chuckle when we discovered there was no clothes dryer! We assumed that as there was a washer, there would be a dryer. Once we realized that the clothes horse was the dryer, we did not mind using such, we just laughed at ourselves. It was great.
We just wanted to add that we absolutely loved our place and found it quite sad to say goodbye. That one week that we had at your villa was so much more than we ever expected. It was a little piece of heaven. If we ever get the chance to return to Italy, we most definitely will be returning to one of your properties. Thank you again so much. As we have never been to Europe previously, it made the wait very worthwhile.
Pat and Bob, Candee and Gary (Accommodation: La Porcilaia)
Highlights: Probably just the fact that we could not believe we had "fell in to" - what we considered - the perfect place to stay in Italy. We loved our villa. We thought the location was excellent. We took road trips to Sienna, little villages like San Sano and Radda, and the we discovered the wonderful town of San Gimignano. We had an excellent meal when our private chef came to cook one night. And then there was the day that we just simply hung around the villa and enjoyed the blue sky and peace and quiet.
unpleasant surprises: We would not consider it unpleasant; however, we did have a chuckle when we discovered there was no clothes dryer! We assumed that as there was a washer, there would be a dryer. Once we realized that the clothes horse was the dryer, we did not mind using such, we just laughed at ourselves. It was great.
We just wanted to add that we absolutely loved our place and found it quite sad to say goodbye. That one week that we had at your villa was so much more than we ever expected. It was a little piece of heaven. If we ever get the chance to return to Italy, we most definitely will be returning to one of your properties. Thank you again so much. As we have never been to Europe previously, it made the wait very worthwhile.
Pat and Bob, Candee and Gary (Accommodation: La Porcilaia)
Hi Dympna -
Sadly, we are already back from our vacation.
I just wanted you to know how much we enjoyed our stay in Tuscany. Fornaio at Pretaccione was perfect for our needs, and we loved Lecchi. We stopped at Palmira's store and Paulo's bar a few times. And, we appreciate all your help with making this a memorable vacation for us. Thank you so much!
We hope to return to Tuscany.
Beth (Accommodation: Fornaio
Sadly, we are already back from our vacation.
I just wanted you to know how much we enjoyed our stay in Tuscany. Fornaio at Pretaccione was perfect for our needs, and we loved Lecchi. We stopped at Palmira's store and Paulo's bar a few times. And, we appreciate all your help with making this a memorable vacation for us. Thank you so much!
We hope to return to Tuscany.
Beth (Accommodation: Fornaio
Hi Linda,
Just a quick note to say thank you so much for organsing our accommodation at Petroccioni (don't know if that is the correct spelling). We had a wonderful time and the venue really topped it off. Lecchi and the Chianti region is to die for and of course we would love to go back. We did the one day cooking class with Paolo and Simonetta and had a ball - ate far to well and matched that with the drinking!
You were spot on with all your advice and of course we will be recommending you to anyone who wants the "Tuscan experience". We had great neighbours and spent some lovely evenings with them sitting out side on our terrace under the Tuscan sun. The weather was fantastic. Apparently it had only been 7C the week before we got there but our days were 25-30C each day. Absolutely loved the whole thing so again thank you for your tips and recommendations.
At the moment you are our favorite person!!
Anne and Stan McGlashan (Accommodation: Fornaio)
Just a quick note to say thank you so much for organsing our accommodation at Petroccioni (don't know if that is the correct spelling). We had a wonderful time and the venue really topped it off. Lecchi and the Chianti region is to die for and of course we would love to go back. We did the one day cooking class with Paolo and Simonetta and had a ball - ate far to well and matched that with the drinking!
You were spot on with all your advice and of course we will be recommending you to anyone who wants the "Tuscan experience". We had great neighbours and spent some lovely evenings with them sitting out side on our terrace under the Tuscan sun. The weather was fantastic. Apparently it had only been 7C the week before we got there but our days were 25-30C each day. Absolutely loved the whole thing so again thank you for your tips and recommendations.
At the moment you are our favorite person!!
Anne and Stan McGlashan (Accommodation: Fornaio)
Tuscany was fabulous as always. Accommodation very well equipped, lovely setting and very high standard. 'To Tuscany' very helpful and good service.
The only issue we had was it was not 2km from the nearest town! Maybe at 2km to the end of the dirt track and then 2km to the nearest town, certainly not walking distance unless you were prepared to do a 2 hr hike every day. I think it should be changed on the details as we were a bit disappointed we could not walk to the local village. [Our response - This information has been checked and edited on the site, the correct distance in 4km]
Apart from that it was lovely.
Thanks
Kind regards
Jo Slater (Accommodation: La Torre)
The only issue we had was it was not 2km from the nearest town! Maybe at 2km to the end of the dirt track and then 2km to the nearest town, certainly not walking distance unless you were prepared to do a 2 hr hike every day. I think it should be changed on the details as we were a bit disappointed we could not walk to the local village. [Our response - This information has been checked and edited on the site, the correct distance in 4km]
Apart from that it was lovely.
Thanks
Kind regards
Jo Slater (Accommodation: La Torre)
May 2005
The web-site states that Fornaio has a well-equipped kitchen and it lived up to its promise (the best rental I’ve ever taken), but where was the lemon-squeezer?
We recommend the walk up to Dievole (in May at any rate) although you’d have to run to make it in ¾ hour – allow 1 ½ hour if you’ve booked a tour around the cellars. Turn right down the steep hill at the Madonna and then fork left at the bottom – the road/track sweeps past a ruined house that you can see and after that it’s just follow the track for about 5 km.
The Grotta della Rana in San Sano is also a worthwhile destination. There’s a frog statue nearby which is fun too.
Loris & Christine (Accommodation: Fornaio)
The web-site states that Fornaio has a well-equipped kitchen and it lived up to its promise (the best rental I’ve ever taken), but where was the lemon-squeezer?
We recommend the walk up to Dievole (in May at any rate) although you’d have to run to make it in ¾ hour – allow 1 ½ hour if you’ve booked a tour around the cellars. Turn right down the steep hill at the Madonna and then fork left at the bottom – the road/track sweeps past a ruined house that you can see and after that it’s just follow the track for about 5 km.
The Grotta della Rana in San Sano is also a worthwhile destination. There’s a frog statue nearby which is fun too.
Loris & Christine (Accommodation: Fornaio)
June 2005
This was our first (of many?) visits to Tuscany and we instantly fell in love with the place. The apartment suited our needs perfectly and we particularly enjoyed watching the sun slowly set whilst sipping a large well earned gin & tonic! We enjoyed exploring the local area from the picturesque towns and villages to the wonderful local restaurants in San Sano, Lecchi and Radda. (Al Chusso del Portici) Having researched the local ice-creams exhaustively our favorites could be found in the Piazza Cisternci, San Gimignano – our favorite town and an astonishing place to visit – much better than Siena. We were particularly struck with the beauty of Volpaia. We’ve enjoyed sampling the numerous local wines and we now are converts to Chianti Classico! One of the highlights of our stay was a very close encounter with a wild board during a spectacular thunderstorm.
Playing tennis for an hour every morning before plunging into the pool was a real pleasure, despite the high bounce! Overall a fantastic holiday with many cherished memories of our time at La Fornaio. We hope to come back for more wonderful experiences in years to come!
Nora & Peter
P.S. CD player was a real bonus and tunes to help set the mood for the evening…
(Accommodation: Fornaio)
This was our first (of many?) visits to Tuscany and we instantly fell in love with the place. The apartment suited our needs perfectly and we particularly enjoyed watching the sun slowly set whilst sipping a large well earned gin & tonic! We enjoyed exploring the local area from the picturesque towns and villages to the wonderful local restaurants in San Sano, Lecchi and Radda. (Al Chusso del Portici) Having researched the local ice-creams exhaustively our favorites could be found in the Piazza Cisternci, San Gimignano – our favorite town and an astonishing place to visit – much better than Siena. We were particularly struck with the beauty of Volpaia. We’ve enjoyed sampling the numerous local wines and we now are converts to Chianti Classico! One of the highlights of our stay was a very close encounter with a wild board during a spectacular thunderstorm.
Playing tennis for an hour every morning before plunging into the pool was a real pleasure, despite the high bounce! Overall a fantastic holiday with many cherished memories of our time at La Fornaio. We hope to come back for more wonderful experiences in years to come!
Nora & Peter
P.S. CD player was a real bonus and tunes to help set the mood for the evening…
(Accommodation: Fornaio)
August 2004
We have visited Italy for a holiday for 4 out of the past 5 years. (3rd time visiting Chianti). We love the place. Beautiful countryside and weather and so much to see in the towns and villages. On this trip we have been to Florence – we really like to climb up inside Brunelleschi’s dome and marvel at the structure, art work and the view. I can never resist buying bags in the leather market. We have also visited Siena, Colle di Val d’Elsa, Montereggione and some of the local villages. All wonderful places.
We have really enjoyed the peace, privacy and beauty of Pretaccione. Il Fornaio is perfect. Many thanks.
Pauline and Stuart (Accommodation: Fornaio)
We have visited Italy for a holiday for 4 out of the past 5 years. (3rd time visiting Chianti). We love the place. Beautiful countryside and weather and so much to see in the towns and villages. On this trip we have been to Florence – we really like to climb up inside Brunelleschi’s dome and marvel at the structure, art work and the view. I can never resist buying bags in the leather market. We have also visited Siena, Colle di Val d’Elsa, Montereggione and some of the local villages. All wonderful places.
We have really enjoyed the peace, privacy and beauty of Pretaccione. Il Fornaio is perfect. Many thanks.
Pauline and Stuart (Accommodation: Fornaio)
We had a very pleasant holiday and are satisfied with the To Tuscany service - the web site accurately portrayed the accommodation and the instructions for finding it were comprehensive and accurate.
The accommodation itself was to a very high standard and I was particularly happy with the battery de cuisine since the main purpose of our trip was to cook Italian spring vegetables.
Loris Caren (Accommodation: Fornaio)
The accommodation itself was to a very high standard and I was particularly happy with the battery de cuisine since the main purpose of our trip was to cook Italian spring vegetables.
Loris Caren (Accommodation: Fornaio)
Very high standard accommodation, very well fitted out and supplied, from kitchen implements to guide-books.
Keith Robinson (Accommodation: La Porcilaia)
Keith Robinson (Accommodation: La Porcilaia)
Superb. Very comfortable. Well appointed and easy to use. Pool excellent. Its layout and setting. I will never forget swimming in the pool looking out over the valley with the swallows feeding overhead. I have some pencil sketches that I will try to convert to watercolours.
Terry Webb (Accommodation: La Torre)
Terry Webb (Accommodation: La Torre)
Pinturicchio at Pretaccione
Location address: Lecchi in Chianti - Siena
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 house?
The price displayed are per house.
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, the pool is 14 x 5.5 meters and open from Easter to October
Is there a telephone, fax, email connection available?
No, the manages office is nearby that can help where needed but for email there is an Internet café nearby Radda in Chianti. The cell phone reception from Pretaccione is poor.
Is there a balcony or terrace belonging to the apartment?
Yes all have gardens and with at least one terrace private to the house.
Are there local grocery stores?
Yes within 4km.
Where can we rent bicycles?
In Radda in Chianti at Bar Dante, delivery to the Information point can be arranged. Their contact details are; tel +39 0577 738815, email kferru@tin.it
How far are the airports?
Siena 30 minutes, 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.
Our guests rated Pinturicchio
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Guest reviews are written by our customers after their stay at Pinturicchio .
We post all reviews as they were submitted (both positive and negative)
Guest reviews are written by our customers after their stay at Pinturicchio .
In House Details
- The size of the apartment is 140 sqm
- bedrooms 2
- bathrooms 2
- Sofabed double
In House: Facilities
- TV Sat
- DVD player (Euro)
- CD player
- Fire place (open)
- Furnished terrace
- Barbecue
- Dishwasher
- Fully equipped kitchen
- No pets allowed
- Electric kettle
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Washing Machine Inhouse
- Microwave oven
Onsite: Facilities and Local Services
- Swimming pool - 14x 5.5mtrs and 1.45 to 2.20mtrs deep and is open from Easter to October (weather permitting)
- Babysitter - book in advance
- House Maid - book in advance
- Private Chef - book in advance
- Distances - Florence 40km, Siena 21km, San Gimignano 50km
- Approach road - 1km good unpaved road - 500 mtrs bumpy unpaved road not ideal for motorbikes.
- Self-service check-in - see pop-up image for details
- Other services Trip Advisor comments
- Tennis court - full size court next to the swimming pool
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Clevedon, United Kingdom
12.05.2013
12.05.2013
Mature couple
"The location of Uva at Ceperano in the centre of a family run vineyard was just idyllic. The accomodation was much larger than we expected with a large terrace for ... "
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Philadelphia, United States of America
09.05.2013
09.05.2013
Mature couple
"The place was very peaceful and quite. We went at a time when we were the only ones in the complex. The place was clean and included all ... "
press comment
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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Frank 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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