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Malvasia at Vignale
Location address: Lecchi in Chianti - Siena

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4 to 5 people
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Shared Pool

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Malvasia at Vignale
Location address: Lecchi in Chianti - Siena
Malvasia is accessed from an attractively landscaped flagstone courtyard which leads to a private furnished terrace. In total the villa has 3 furnished garden terraces, each positioned so as to enjoy the sun at all times of the day. From the two side terraces there are fantastic views of Chianti countryside.    
On entering the villa you will find yourself in a large, spacious living/dining room with terracotta flooring and a traditional Tuscan wooden beamed ceiling. Original stone features have been incorporated into the walls and modern furnishings are tastefully chosen to offset the restored villa. The dining area seats 6 and the lounge, with a large comfortable angle sofa, coffee tables, full entertainment centre with flat screen TV with satellite and DVD/CD player and a wood burning stove for cooler nights in winter.   

Off the lounge is an ultra modern, well equipped, sunny kitchen with microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, oven and cooker with gas hobs. From the other side of the lounge towards the back of the villa, you enter a long corridor which runs the breadth of the entire building, giving access to the other two garden terrace areas, bedrooms and bathrooms.
    

The main bedroom has a double bed and lovely views of the forest and the terrace below which is perfect for evening sunsets and BBQs. The second bedroom has twin beds, as well as a comfortable sofa bed. There is a door from this bedroom directly to the garden which has spectacular views of Chianti hills and vineyards. The main bathroom is very spacious and modern, with a walk in shower and bath, while the second bathroom has a walk in shower.    


A fantastic quality of this villa is the choice of 3 terraces so that at all times of the day you have a sunny terrace and a shady terrace.
Pets are not allowed.

Traveller reviews for
Vignale

Anonymous
Kusterdingen, Germany
08.06.2013
"Sehr gepflegte schöne Anlage mit herrlicher Aussicht. Gut geeignet um auch mit Kindern Urlaub zu machen. Wenn man Ausfüge machen möchte muß man viel Zeit einplanen. Man braucht ewig da ... "




Anonymous
Ulm, Germany
03.06.2013
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Malvasia at Vignale
Location address: Lecchi in Chianti - Siena
Vignale is a small hamlet that has a total of 6 private homes. It is located on top of a Chianti hill that gives it the luxury of a stunning view all around. Within a short drive there are three of the five famous Chianti towns: Castellina in Chianti, Radda in Chianti and Gaiole in Chianti.


Vignale was lovingly restored in 2002 taking special care to blend the new with the ancient creating an old hamlet that has apartments that have every modern convenience. The large pool sits on the crest of the hill overlooking the vineyards in the valley below and across the Chianti hills beyond.


In the valley below the hamlet flows the River Arbia, the historic dividing line between Florence and Siena. Nearby there are a host of wineries that are filled with gastronomic delights and a dizzying selection of wine shops.



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Traveller Reviews for Vignale
Vignale
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:
4.5 of 5 stars
Based on 7 traveller reviews
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 54 Specialty lodging in Siena
Most Recent Traveller Reviews:
  • 24 Nov 2010: “My wife, Daughter and I had the opportunity to spend a week in the Sangiovese unit...” more
  • 18 Nov 2010: “We loved the short drive into town along the cobblestone road to collect or food and...” more
  • 27 Aug 2010: “Have just returned from two weeks at Vignale. Everything was equally as good as my previous...” more
  • 26 Aug 2009: “We stayed for a week at Vin Santo, one of the six apartments (although they are...” more
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Pool Info




This beautiful infinity pool is perched on the edge of the hill on which the Vignale stands. It has a spectacular view of the valley below and the vine covered Chianti hills beyond.  



This breathtaking spot is ideal to relax and enjoy the warm Tuscan air and sun.
Because of the open position of the pool at the hamlet, it is not possible to provide sun umbrellas around the pool ; there is some shade offered by the trees.
The pool is 5 x 12 meters and is open from May to September.

Nearest town

The nearest village to Vignale is San Sano, here there is a small shop and a good restaurant, a little further away there is another village, Lecchi in Chianti, with a larger shop, bar and restaurant. 15minutes away there is the town Gaiole, which has most amenities.

Traveller reviews for
Vignale

Anonymous
Kusterdingen, Germany
08.06.2013
"Sehr gepflegte schöne Anlage mit herrlicher Aussicht. Gut geeignet um auch mit Kindern Urlaub zu machen. Wenn man Ausfüge machen möchte muß man viel Zeit einplanen. Man braucht ewig da ... "




Anonymous
Ulm, Germany
03.06.2013
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Malvasia at Vignale
Location address: Lecchi in Chianti - Siena
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  • Price: per accommodation per week
  • Arrival/Departure day: Saturday
  • 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
Malvasia at Vignale
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/
Anonymous
Family with young children
Kusterdingen, Germany

Review date:
Stay: May 2013
Pros Sehr gepflegte schöne Anlage mit herrlicher Aussicht. Gut geeignet um auch mit Kindern Urlaub zu machen. Wenn man Ausfüge machen möchte muß man viel Zeit einplanen. Man braucht ewig da die Gegend extrem hügelich ist.
Cons Die Decken waren eindeutig zu dünn, leider gab es kein Brennholz ( auch nach Nachfrage nicht) um den vorhandenen Kaminofen zu heizen da es extrem kalt war, sehr schade!
Local attractions Radda in Chianti tolles Städtchen mit schönem Kinderspielplatz. Castellina in Chianti hat uns auch sehr gut gefallen. Nach Siena ist es nicht weit.
8
Anonymous
Family with young children
Ulm, Germany

Review date:
Stay: May 2013
8
Alain
Mature couple
LA CRECHE, France

Review date:
Stay: July 2012
Pros La tranquillité du site et le paysage.
Cons Je trouve déplorable qu' une location de ce prix n'ai pas une route plus convenable pour accès .Si j'avais su avant l'inscription que le seul chemin d'accès à Malvasia était ce chemin de pierre roulantes avec une pente ou seul un 4x4 peu etre à l'aise je n'aurais jamais loué à Malvasia .J'ai eu trés peur pour ma voiture et nous avons limité nos sorties car chaque montée est une epreuve.
7
Jiri
Group of friends
Cernolice, Czech Repulic

Review date:
Stay: August 2012
Pros Wonderful view from the pool, private terraces for each room, spacy apartment that was fully equipped
10
Anonymous
Family with young children
Haren, Netherlands

Review date:
Stay: August 2012
Pros De ligging, het fantastische uitzicht (!), de indeling van het huis.
Cons De weg er naartoe is, zeker de eerste keer, wel heel stijl en daardoor spannend!
Local attractions We vonden Radda en Castelina in Chianti beide leuke plaatsjes en de route is geweldig! Verder deden we graag onze boodschappen in Gaiole en dronken er regelmatig iets op het terras.
8
James
Family with older children
Nr Farnham, United Kingdom

Review date:
Stay: August 2012
Pros This was one of our best and most economical holidays. It is worth reading the TripAdvisor reviews as many of the comments, especially regarding the road to the appartments remain true, but what you dont get from the reviews is the beauty and peace of the place. We were there peak season and whilst each villa / appartment had guests we never felt crowded. This is very much a family location and our fellow guests respected one anothers privacy. It was quite in the evenings, I saw many families playing cards, drinking wine and chatting - this is exactly what we ended up doing. I havent spent so much time with my teenage children for ages and both my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Malvasia is one of the smaller appartments but very comfortable for 5 - my children shared a big bedroom and bathroom. There was a good kitchen and access to a washing machine - I suspect some of the bigger apppartments have a dedicated machine as it only appeared to be used by us. The design and set out is clever, we had two terraces, each with table and chairs, to use at different points in the day. Grape vines covering a veranda - it was idyllic. Overall Brilliant - we were sorry to leave which is always a good sign. Finally, I have to complement the team at "To-Tuscany", not only helpful when booking, but courteous and promt in responding to queries upto 2 hours before we flew! (yes, you do need beach towels). Representative visited us twice to check we were comfortable with the check in and check out. They gave good local information and I was impressed, helpful, not intrusive.
Cons Clean and good linen, fans in bedroom rather than AC, well stocked kitchen equiptment, but it would have been nice to have some of the basics on arrival; water / milk / bread / olive oil / balsamic - we arrived late but I was able to find a shop the following morning (a Sunday) in San Sarno. We hired a medium size 4*4 which made the drive to Vignale OK - smaller cars had made it, but it cant have been easy. The road is steep, it has been concreted on the most challenging bits but my wife would not have considered driving up it alone. You need to be brave and floor the accelerator in places!
Local attractions In terms of our time in Vignale, I took the opportunity to cycle and explore the local villages - great fun. We took the recommended wine tour at the attached winery (Dieviole) and ate in Lechhi, Radda and Vagliagle - all recommended restaurants on TripAdvisor and all good.
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Darquies-chevalley
Family with young children
33600, France

Review date:
Stay: July 2012
Pros Tout à été parfait dans notre location site exceptionnel rien a dire tout est nickel
Cons Vous nous aviez indiqué que les clés à notre arrive se trouveraient sous le panneau information , rien aà l arrive un peu de stressé après 20h de voyage , nous avons appelle le contact en fait il existe des boîtiers au niveau de l entrée de malvasia bref tout et bien qui finit bien
Local attractions Restaurant à san sano
10
Luigi
Family with older children
Hart bei Graz, Austria

Review date:
Stay: July 2012
Cons Wifi in house was just working in few rooms
Local attractions Botte di Bacco, Radda in Chianti
8
Claudia
Group of friends
Kleinmachnow, Germany

Review date:
Stay: June 2012
Pros ALLES!!! Das Anwesen und die Lage sind toll. Die Austattung des Hauses ist bestens. Von hier aus kann man viele bezaubernde Toskana-Städte erreichen. Und auch ein Tag am Pool wird einem nie zu lang.
Cons Die Auffahrt hat es ganz schön in sich. Zum Glück hatten wir einen Mietwagen und eine versierte Fahrerin. Schön wäre ein Sack Feuerholz für den Kamin gewesen.
Local attractions Leckeres Essen in San Sano in der Osteria della Grotta, darüber hinaus ist San Sano einen Besuch wert. ansonsten lohnen sich immer wieder Siena, Florenz (am besten mit dem Zug), Arezzo, Montepulciano, San Giminiano und all diese schönen Dörfchen unterwegs.
10
Daniela
St. Ingbert, Germany

Review date:
Stay: May 2011
Malvasia
 Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Das wunderbare Chianti Gebiet mit seinen unbeschreiblich schönen Orten und Landschaften
 Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck der Unterbrungung? Sehr schöne Anlage Wohnung Malvasia an regnerischen Tagen etwas dunkel Anfahrt gewöhnungsbedürftig
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen?
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Anfahrtskizze UNBEDINGT überarbeiten. Vielleicht den einen oder anderen Ort auf der Durchfahrt erwähnen
Daniela Engelkamp
Germany
Mai 2011
The directions are being checked again by local staff. TT
 
Stephanie
London, United Kingdom

Review date:
Stay: September 2010
Malvasia
What were the highlights of your holiday? As we were up early with our early rising baby we saw the view at a time of day we wouldn't have normally and it looked lovelier than ever. The wine, the wine, the wine!
What was your overall impression of the accommodation?    A lovely place, well kitted out and the surrounding landscape stunning.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? Some very large insects/spiders (to be expected!) but fortunately no scorpions.
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? Two minor things - Malvasia needs a broom and a clothes horse and then it would be perfect.
Stephanie Sim
United Kingdom
September 2010
 
Michael
Wien, Austria

Review date:
Stay: June 2010
Malvasia
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Perfektes Quartier, gute Lage
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Sehr Gut
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Eine Invasion fliegender Ameisen im Appartment
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? war perfekt, danke
Michael Kramer
Austria
Juni 2010
 
Heike
Junortoun, Australia

Review date:
Stay: September 2009
Malvasia
What were the highlights of your holiday? visiting all those beautiful little towns in Chianti like Radda
what was your overall impression of the accommodation?    very nice, road a bit worse than I thought it would be.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? the road to our accommodation was really bad
Do you have any other comments? keep up the good work , will certainly recommend your service
Heike Duggin
Australia
September 2009
 
Dieter
Berlin, Germany

Review date:
Stay: August 2009
Malvasia
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Das Wetter (danke!) und die Umgebung.
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Ausgezeichnet und sehr angenehm!
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Das letzte Wegstück war schon gewöhnungsbedürftig und mein Wagen hat mir oft leid getan.
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? nein
Dieter Staubach
Germany
August 2009
 
Ralf
Braunschweig, Germany

Review date:
Stay: June 2009
Malvasia
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die Aussicht vom Pool - Vorteil der 3 Terrassen - Super Lage für Ausflüge
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Traumhaft gelegenes Grundstück, absolute Ruhe, tolle Anlage. Sehr gepflegt, wir hoffen das sich alle Besucher dementsprechend verhalten. Die Vorbesucher haben anscheinend sehr sehr viel mit Öl gekocht, was zu sehen und zu riechen war.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Man muß sich daran gewöhnen in der Natur zu wohnen, deshalb können schon einmal kleine Besucher(Eidechsen, Tausendfüßler,etc) zu Gast kommen. Aber wirklich unangenehm war das nicht, es waren eben Überaschungen.
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Da die Objekte auf einen ruhigen Urlaub zugeschnitten sind und am Pool sowie in den Freibereichen lt. den ausliegenden Regeln auf Lautstärke, etc. geachtet werden soll, sollte vielleicht ein Hinweis erfolgen, das Urlaub mit Kindern problematisch ist.
Ralf Pruesse
Germany
Juni 2009
 


Overall impression: I was very impressed - it was very clean and the equipment was first rate. The best testimony I can give is that I could happily live in the apartment we stayed in.
Highlights: The holiday was intended to be a stress free care-free break. The bonus was the excellent weather
Unpleasant surprises:The only regret was the standard of flights we had chosen, but that was purely down to our own choice. There were no unpleasant surprises otherwise
Stephen (Accommodation: La Torre Vecchia)
Overall impression: Malvasia was just lovely. We thought it was a great villa, especially with the 3 terraces. It was clean and well stocked with everything we needed. The pool was lovely and relaxing and plenty of space for all of the guests.
Highlights: We really enjoyed just relaxing and our visits to the lovely Sienna and San Gimigiano. Malvasia was the perfect villa for a very relaxing holiday.
Unpleasant surprises: No unpleasant surprises as such, however we found that there were a number of lights that were not working and replacement bulbs were not supplied.
Liza ( Accommodation: Malvasia)
Hi Lisa,
just wanted to say how much we enjoyed our holiday in Vignale. The accommodation (Malvasia) was excellent and the view from the pool stunning. Your own help and advice before we left was also invaluable. I just thought I would mention that Malvasia has its own washing machine as well as access to the communal machine - neither of which is mentioned on the web site.[To Tuscany comment: washing machine added in Malvasia's services] As a consequence I brought far too many clothes as I thought I would have no washing facilities for the fortnight. So it might be worth updating the description of the property to reflect this.
The only difficulty we had, and I'm sure you have heard this before was the approach road. Having read to-tuscany's own description and the client comments when booking our hire car we had requested a diesel car with a large engine. Despite this, on our arrival, we were unable to get the car up the last 600 metres without removing our cases and dragging them up manually - not fun in 30 degrees of heat. I think your web site should recommend that guests hire a 4 wheel drive car.[To Tuscany comment:The road is being done in closed season]
Other than that the trip was perfect - we managed to see a lot of the surrounding towns - Florence, Sienna and even managed 2 days in Rome.
I have already started trawling your web site for next year but would like a property with air conditioning, which seems to be hard to find.
Once again thanks for all your help and advice
regards
Rita (Accommodation: Malvasia)
Overall impression: Fantastic
Highlights: The view from Vignale and getting married!!
Unpleasant surprises: No
Zoe (Accommodation:La Torre vecchia)
Overall impression: Very good with high quality accommodation and site Generally very very good facilities  BUT just a bit irritating was the fact that our accommodation lacked some key items e.g. a dustpan (we bought one!) At the pool area there were not enough sunbeds or sun shades (we bought one and left it there!) and no sun bed cushions or chair cushions (we ended up using sofa cushions which isn't good for the owners!) Plus absolutely no basics! (normally there are a few bits and pieces around or left from previous occupants e.g. foil, matches, clingfilm, the odd bit of cleaning fluids etc which you then replace as you go along - this meant that although we had been to the supermarket on the way and did a BIG shop we were missing some key essentials to start our holiday. We did notice that in the turnaround the cleaners stripped the villas of all those spare bits!
There was just a bit of a lack of niceties - it would have been nice to have a courtesy bottle or two of water (and wine!) It all just felt a little flat on arrival.
Also please, please, please provide pool towels - with our flight operators limiting luggage to 15kg per person we ended up leaving towels behind at the villa to avoid xs baggage charges. Our expectation with a high quality villa is that pool towels should be provided. (otherwise the linen provision was excellent -although more T towels pls!!!)
Highlights: Weather, pool and other children to play with
Unpleasant surprises: The hill and access!!! Our hire car couldn't make it - it was clear on the journey guide but I do think it should be clearer on the details that the access is not for the faint hearted - plus recommend diesel hire cars! (most other holiday makers felt the same way during our stay)
Mary  (Accommodation: Sangiovese)
Overall impression: Excellent – some of the best quality accommodation we have rented abroad. We loved Vignale and will almost certainly try to return some time.
However, some form of shade at the pool is essential – we ended up buying a cheap sun umbrella at the local supermarket which kept at least one of us in the shade, but some sort of permanent shade such as the reeded shade provided by the patio areas would go down well.
Highlights: Sitting by the pool in the late afternoon soaking up the shade, visiting the local sculpture park and gallery (and meeting the delightful owner – who insisted on showing my husband her meal when he went into raptures about the wonderful smell!!) , visiting Siena – only 15-20 minutes away and eating in Lecci (where the children fell in love with the owner’s dog!)
Unpleasant surprises: The track up to the property was even more difficult to drive along than we expected and was very rutted, making it difficult to manoeuvre along – it put us off going out at night The water ran out three times with no warning…or explanation what to do if it did The main bed had a plastic-lined mattress protector which was extremely hot – ones without plastic lining do exist.
Some form of air-conditioning in the bedrooms (or even just more fans) would make sleeping at night more bearable as it was extremely hot upstairs – even with all the windows open
Tracey (Accommodation: Vin Santo)
Overall impression: Wonderful! The villa and the views were beautiful.  The villa was very well equipped and tastefully decorated.  We hated to leave. It was a little remote which was in the description or comments, but didn't understand quite how remote.
Driving to it was an adventure, but the view made up for the drive.
Highlights: Waking up getting my coffee and walking out to see the morning sun over the hills, the food and wine.
Actually, the whole trip was highlights.
Unpleasant surprises: The plane trip could have been better.  But you or Italy had nothing to do with that.
Cynthia (Accommodation: Malvasia)
Overall impression: Vignale/ Pinot Bianco was a fantastic place and the vacation exceeded all our expectations!! The apartment was even better than described, which is not always the case. We are definitely planning to book again for next summer.
Highlights: Just relaxing in Vignale. We even skipped a few of our planned excursions to be able to spend more time by the pool and enjoy the view. Even our children (ages 5, 8 and 10) loved the place!
unpleasant surprises: The road up to Vignale could have been in better shape...

It would also have been nice to have a brief history of the building in the welcome-folder.
If you have any such information we would still be very interested to find out more details of the house and its past!
Johanna & Pekka (Finland)

[Our comment: Vignale was an old farm that was abandoned when the water well dried up around 100 years ago. This would have been a self sufficient hamlet of 3 families working the land on a crop sharing basis with the land owners. The main land they would have worked on is now where the vineyards from the Dievole winery are planted. The apartments were part of the farm - Pinot Bianco was the hay barn, I Cipressi was where the pigs were housed. The farm workers lived in the main building and the animals such as oxen and chickens lived in the ground floor area of the main building. The original bread oven of the farmstead is still at Vignale]
Overall impression: We were very pleased with the accommodation. You do not often find that the actual holiday accommodation is better than the photographs and description offered, but in this case it was. Pinot Bianco is a lovely accommdation and we would not hesitate to return or book an alternative through To Tuscany.
Highlights: The accommodation and general location of the accommodation. After we had been to Tuscany we had a few nights in Rome and although this was pleasant we all wished we had stayed for an extra week in Pinot Bianco instead.
Unpleasant surprises: No.
Michelle (Accommodation: Pinot Bianco)
Very clean and in wonderful surroundings. Very well equipped, especially the kitchen. Previous holiday experience dictates that there is always something missing in the kitchen - a decent knife, vegetable peeler or cork screw etc but this time we had everything we needed. The borgo had just the right number of houses for the pool which the most incredible views across the countryside.
Caroline Wills (Accommodation: I Cipressi)
The property was excellent.  On arrival it was larger, and more well equiped that had been expected.  The location although up a steep dirt track, was lovely, it was very quiet and peaceful.  The swimming pool was clean and of a good size, with fantastic views.
Andrew Neil Hall (Accommodation: I Cipressi)
Hi Michela.
Greetings from a grey and dreary Dublin.
Just a quick note to say how much we enjoyed our holiday at Vignale.
The location and the accomodation far exceeded our expectations and even having seen the photos on the website the reality was just so much better. Lorraine and I were very pleasently surprised by the high standard of the furnishings and decor, and the kids were delighted with the pool and the video collection.
What a place!!! Fantastic.
Many Thanks.
John, Lorraine, Sophie, and George. (Accommodation: Pinot Bianco)
Wonderful - it was at least as good as described which is often not the case. It was beautifully presented wonderfull clean and just altogther absolutely wonderful. The fact it was quite out of teh way and issoloated but near local services at teh same time. the site was spectacular, the house well equiped beautiful furniture, lovel towels and sheets - the local info an guide books a n added nice touch the pool unbeleivable etc etc - it was really very very good
Susan Mac Donald (Accommodation: Sangiovese)
Dear Linda,
Arrived back in dreary Melbourne early this morning after a fantastic time in Italy.  Pinot Bianco was even better than it looked on the to tuscany website - we were absolutely thrilled with the accommodation - the views, the location, the serenity and the excellent standard of furniture and fixtures at the villa. 
We had a totally trouble free vacation, no mishaps at all.  We can also highly recommend the accommodation in Rome ( a b and b) near the Spanish Steps - I can pass on the details if you would like them.
Thanks for all your help and advice over the past few months - it helped make our trip to Italy a fantastic experience!
Regards,
Lisa, David and Karina Conway (Accommodation: Pinot Bianco)

Michela,  We had a truly wonderful time - the villa was excellent and Tuscany beautiful!  We'll definitely be coming again.  Many thanks for a wonderful holiday - it was much needed and I'm now being much nicer to people at work!!! Jane
(Vin Santo)

Hi Michela,
Back to real life with a bump - I have to say I much prefer the holiday
version. Our time in Tuscany at Pinot Bianco was excellent in every
respect - thanks for helping towards a superb family holiday for us in
2003.
With best regards
Steve Brown

Malvasia at Vignale
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 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 is a pool open from May to September
Is there a telephone, fax, email connection available?
No, but in the nearby town of Lecchi in Chianti there is a public phone available and in Siena (30 minutes away) there are many Internet cafes. Some of the apartments have wifi, please check the descriptions.
Is there a balcony or terrace belonging to the apartment?
Yes there is a furnished terrace.
Are there local grocery stores?
Yes within 5 km. 
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 
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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Our guests rated Malvasia
8.8
Based on 9 client villa reviews
We post all reviews as they were submitted (both positive and negative)

Guest reviews are written by our customers after their stay at Malvasia .
In House Details
  • The size of the apartment is 100 sqm
  • bedrooms 2
  • bathrooms 2
  • Sofabed double
In House: Facilities
  • 3 furnished terraces
  • Barbecue
  • Filter coffee machine
  • NO ANIMALS ALLOWED
  • Fire place (stove)
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • CD player
  • TV Sat
  • DVD player (Euro)
  • Stove top espresso machine
  • Hairdryer
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Mosquito screens
  • Flat screen TV
  • Internet WI-FI Inhouse
  • Washing Machine Inhouse
Onsite: Facilities and Local Services
  • Swimming pool - 5x12 mtrs and 1.45 to 2.20mtrs deep infinity pool which is open from May to September (weather permitting) - 5x12 mtrs and 1.45 to 2.20mtrs deep infinity pool which is open from May to September (weather permitting)
  • House Maid - available on request
  • Mid week clean - available on request (charged)
  • Leisure - walks, swimming, tennis, mountain bikes
  • Local Leisure - cooking school, horse riding, ballooning, yachting
  • Private Chef - available on request
  • Wine Tastings - available on request
  • Babysitter - book in advance
  • Distances - Florence 40km, Siena 25km, San Gimignano 50km
  • Approach road - 1km good unpaved road - 500 mtrs bumby unpaved road - 500 mtrs steep good unpaved road, not suitable for sports cars or small cars that are fully loaded.
  • Self-service check-in - see pop-up image for details - see pop-up image for details
  • Other services Trip Advisor comments
  • Washing Machine Onsite - There is no charge but guests must supply their own detergent
read what clients and the press say about us
client comment
Peoria, United States of America
18.06.2013
Mature couple
"The location was great. It was secluded and quiet but close to cute little towns (Radda, San Sano) or larger towns (Siena) if you like. The villa was ... "



client comment
London, United Kingdom
16.06.2013
Family with young children
"The villa was absolutely beautiful - full of character and yet had most things we needed. Spacious rooms, lovely gardens and the pool was very clean. Carlo, the owner, couldn't ... "



press comment
Tim Jepson
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.
 
press comment
Frank Gardner
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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