Il Piccolo Istrice at Montefienali
Villa Accommodation Details
Il Piccolo Istrice at Montefienali
bedrooms: 3
bathrooms: 3
available for: 6 people
villa: In Resort with Pool
Arrival date:
Select Arrival Date
Departure date:
Duration:
-
Select Arrival Date >2017 Prices per villa
7 nights from1236 to 1980 US Dollar
Recently viewed
Gaiole in Chianti - Siena
6 people
In Resort with Pool
(6)
price per villa, per week
Il Piccolo Istrice at Montefienali +
Location address: Gaiole in Chianti - Siena
Show on map
Show on map
More options
Airport
Station
Golf Club
Restaurant
Attraction
Town
photos &
Description
Description
Prices
& Availability
& Availability
Frequent Questions & Nearest Town
6 Client reviews
16 more villas in resort
8.8
/ 10
Score from 6 reviews
(x)
This villa includes the following services in the price:
mid week clean
mid week bath towels change
pool towels included
welcome aperitivo
(x)
You've upgraded, congratulations!
You will now have access to:
- - Mid week clean
- - Mid week bath towel change
- - Pool towels included
- - Welcome aperitivo
- - the rental price now includes your upgrade
- - Use "Click to remove upgrade" to remove the upgrade charge
Located just off the main village pathway, Il Piccolo Istrice is a large, independent house offering spacious and versatile accommodation for six people. Lovingly furnished by the owners in a traditional Tuscan style, it has three bedrooms and three bathrooms on two levels. Enjoying wonderful views from the upper bedroom terraces or relaxing on the sun-loungers in the lower terraced garden it is rightly a popular choice for families or groups of friends.
At the ground floor level the house is reached by a path through the south facing garden which is surrounded by meditteranean shrubs and small trees. The door opens into the bright and spacious living area which is comfortably furnished with a sofa,chairs and coffee table. An open fireplace and a beautiful glass fronted china cabinet add to the ambience . Opening the doors under the entrance archways allows for an informal indoor/outdoor lifestyle to be enjoyed.
Passing through a hall, there is a modern, fully equipped kitchen. The white units provide a fresh atmosphere to this room. There is a large capacity free standing fridge/freezer, dishwasher, gas hobs, electric oven, built in microwave oven and a small counter top oven. A large traditional wooden dining table and chairs is in the centre of the room and light floods in from the glazed doors which access the front garden terrace. Here the outdoor dining table, chairs and parasol offer plenty of opportunity for al fresco dining or simply relaxing with a glass of local wine.
Also on the ground floor there is a further small lounge/study next to the kitchen where there is a TV and DVD player. This room also has direct access to outside. Just off the main living area is a utility room which houses a washing machine and tumble dryer. There is a travertine tiled bathroom with shower, WC; bidet and basin between the lounge and the kitchen.
Stairs pass up from the smaller lounge to the first floor and the three bedrooms. The first bedroom is a pretty twin room with wrought iron single beds and has a Juliet balcony from which to enjoy the views.
The second bedroom is a double bedroom with a large double carved wood wardrobe. This room has its own door onto the upper terrace which wraps around the south and east side of the house. Wonderful views can be enjoyed from this vantage point. Next to this bedroom is the main upstairs bathroom with shower, WC, bidet and washbasin and finished with travertine tiles.
The master bedroom has access to a small furnished terrace overlooking the village pathway. It also has a door leading out into the wisteria covered upper terrace.This is a bright and spacious room furnished with carefully chosen antique furniture and a wrought iron double bed. An ensuite bathroom with rain plate showerhead adds a further touch of luxury.
A lovely traditional Tuscan house which provides comfortable and spacious holiday accommodation for six people.
The twin bedroom can be converted into a double if requested when booking.
A first floor balcony wraps around two sides of the house from which you have fantastic views over the countryside.
In House: Facilities
- The size of the apartment is 170 sqm
- TV
- DVD player (Euro)
- iPod docking stereo
- Fire place (open)
- No pets allowed
- Mosquito screens in bedrooms
- Furnished terrace
- Barbecue
- Washing Machine Inhouse
- Tumble dryer
- Microwave oven
- Electric kettle
- Dishwasher
- Oven
- No smoking
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Stove top espresso machine
- Internet WI-FI Inhouse
- American coffee machine
- Pre arrival shopping service on request, extra charge
- Pool towels provided
What you receive with your villa +
Welcome aperitivo
Mid week clean
Pool towels included
Mid week bath towel change
Resort: Montefienali
One of Italy's national monuments Montefienali emerged in the middle of the 13th Century as a remote staging post on an ancient Roman road into the Chianti. After a two-year restoration project Montefienali is once more the ideal place for rest and recuperation for both body and mind and an ideal get away from it all.
Montefienali high point is the perfect place for its twin swimming pools. There is a 15 mtrs x 7.5 mtrs pool and a small children’s swimming pool 1 mtr deep - pools are open from April to October. Sun beds and umbrellas furnish the surrounding garden and terraces to provide a great place for basking in the sun while taking in the stunning vista of the hamlet and hilltop villages beyond.
A selection of accommodation of individual cottages in an isolated location with terracotta floors, beamed ceilings and traditional-style furniture, creating an appealingly traditional ambience that offers a private terrace/garden to enjoy the Tuscan hills while sun bathing or dining outdoors.
Every Sunday during July and August there is music and dancing at Monteluco, which is 4km away from Montefienali.
Click here to download local walking routes.
Download the most popular experiences at Montefienali
Every Sunday during July and August there is music and dancing at Monteluco, which is 4km away from Montefienali.
Click here to download local walking routes.
Download the most popular experiences at Montefienali
There is also a wonderful shop on site which sells local produce including, milk, bread, meats, wines and many other products. Outside is a small communal garden with tables, chairs and parasols.
The shop is open from the middle of June to the middle of September.
Shopping service available for an extra charge. Please book in advance if required on arrival. You may also arrange this service on site for the remainder of your stay.
The shop is open from the middle of June to the middle of September.
Shopping service available for an extra charge. Please book in advance if required on arrival. You may also arrange this service on site for the remainder of your stay.
Note about the approach road: Approximately 2 km of wide, well maintained, unpaved road of no particular difficulty followed by a final kilometre of narrow paved road with 100 mtrs of steep slope at 25% . Proceed with caution in case of oncoming traffic.
Pool Info
Bathed in sunshine for most of the day, the swimming pool is in a secluded position at the top of the village. Surrounded by terraced lawns and screened by trees it enjoys wonderful, uninterrupted views of the surrounding hillsides. It is a pleasure to take the short uphill path through the trees in order to reach this tranquil spot. Picnic tables and benches under a covered terrace above the pools add to the enjoyment.
The main pool is 15 mtrs x 7.5 mtrs and 1.5 mtrs deep. The children’s pool is 5 x 5 mtrs and 0.60 mtrs deep. There are plenty of sun-loungers with head shades, making this a great place to soak up the sun and enjoy the magnificent natural surroundings of Montefienali.
Onsite: Facilities and Local Services
- Swimming pool - 15 x 7.5 mtrs and 1.5mtrs deep - open April to October (weather permitting)
- Washing Machine Onsite - self service
- House Maid - service provided by local supplier - available on request
- Leisure - walks, swimming, mountain bikes
- Local Leisure - tennis, horse riding, ballooning
- Private Chef - available on request
- Barbecue Onsite - available on site
- Internet WI-FI Onsite - Free WiFi hotspot inside and directly outsite the Bottega.
- Station - Montevarchi, 20km away
- Approach road Complete paved road - 100 mtrs of steep cement slope at 25%
- Distances - Florence 60km, Siena 30km, Gaiole in Chianti 20km
7 Night Villa Price in US Dollar for up to 6 people - Price is NOT per head
|
2017 availability To Tuscany's up to date availability data-base is checked at the moment of your request.
|
|||||
August |
1980
US Dollar
|
1548
US Dollar
|
|||
September |
02. - 09.
1548
US Dollar
|
09. - 16.
1548
US Dollar
|
16. - 23.
1548
US Dollar
|
23. - 30.
1236
US Dollar
|
30. - 07.
1236
US Dollar
|
October |
07. - 14.
1236
US Dollar
|
14. - 21.
1236
US Dollar
|
21. - 28.
1236
US Dollar
|
28. - 04.
1236
US Dollar
|
|
November |
04. - 11.
1236
US Dollar
|
11. - 18.
1236
US Dollar
|
18. - 25.
1236
US Dollar
|
25. - 02.
1236
US Dollar
|
|
December |
02. - 09.
1236
US Dollar
|
09. - 16.
1236
US Dollar
|
16. - 23.
1236
US Dollar
|
23. - 30.
1236
US Dollar
|
|
 Important booking info |
Important booking info
- Price: price per villa, per week
- Arrival/Departure day: Saturday Click here to request flexible dates
- Terms and conditions: please read the booking contract
- The Security Deposit is 0 Euro In lieu of Euro cash, upon arrival you will be required to sign a damage agreement which obliges you to pay any costs resulting from damage, loss or theft of property from the villa you have rented. Should you or your party cause any damage at the property contact us straight away so that we can help agree a reasonable settlement. Damage does not mean normal usage or wear and tear.
Payment method for security deposit: Damage agreement - Weekly linen, tea and bathroom towels: included - provided by local supplier
- Heating, if used: by consumption
- Final clean: included - provided by local supplier
- Tourist tax: 1,50 Euro per person, per night for the first 7 nights, some exemptions apply.
- Baby cot: 1 available on request 10 euro per item per week
- High chair: 1 available on request 5 euro per item per week
- Villa Services: The owner of the villa does not supply services to guests. Services are arranged by To Tuscany and offered by local licensed suppliers.
How to read the To Tuscany availability calendar.
 27. - 03. |
Available - click on a week TO BOOK | |
 27. - 03. |
Booked - the week is subject to a previous reservation - click on this week to search for another similar property | |
 27. - 03. |
Option - the week is subject to an option and may become available again - click on this week to search for another similar property | |
|
27. - 03. |
Available: Special offer. The price shown is the discounted price |
Click on a date to book
2018 availability
To Tuscany's up to date availability data-base is checked at the moment of your request.
|
|||||
December |
30. - 06.
1236
US Dollar
|
||||
January |
06. - 13.
1236
US Dollar
|
13. - 20.
1236
US Dollar
|
20. - 27.
1236
US Dollar
|
27. - 03.
1236
US Dollar
|
|
February |
03. - 10.
1236
US Dollar
|
10. - 17.
1236
US Dollar
|
17. - 24.
1236
US Dollar
|
24. - 03.
1236
US Dollar
|
|
March |
03. - 10.
1236
US Dollar
|
10. - 17.
1236
US Dollar
|
17. - 24.
1236
US Dollar
|
24. - 31.
1236
US Dollar
|
31. - 07.
1236
US Dollar
|
April |
07. - 14.
1236
US Dollar
|
14. - 21.
1236
US Dollar
|
21. - 28.
1236
US Dollar
|
28. - 05.
1236
US Dollar
|
|
May |
05. - 12.
1236
US Dollar
|
12. - 19.
1236
US Dollar
|
19. - 26.
1236
US Dollar
|
26. - 02.
1236
US Dollar
|
|
June |
02. - 09.
1548
US Dollar
|
09. - 16.
1548
US Dollar
|
16. - 23.
1548
US Dollar
|
23. - 30.
1548
US Dollar
|
30. - 07.
1548
US Dollar
|
July |
07. - 14.
1980
US Dollar
|
14. - 21.
1980
US Dollar
|
21. - 28.
1980
US Dollar
|
28. - 04.
1980
US Dollar
|
|
August |
04. - 11.
1980
US Dollar
|
11. - 18.
1980
US Dollar
|
18. - 25.
1980
US Dollar
|
25. - 01.
1548
US Dollar
|
|
September |
01. - 08.
1548
US Dollar
|
08. - 15.
1548
US Dollar
|
15. - 22.
1236
US Dollar
|
22. - 29.
1236
US Dollar
|
29. - 06.
1236
US Dollar
|
October |
06. - 13.
1236
US Dollar
|
13. - 20.
1236
US Dollar
|
20. - 27.
1236
US Dollar
|
27. - 03.
1236
US Dollar
|
|
November |
03. - 10.
1236
US Dollar
|
10. - 17.
1236
US Dollar
|
17. - 24.
1236
US Dollar
|
24. - 01.
1236
US Dollar
|
|
December |
01. - 08.
1236
US Dollar
|
08. - 15.
1236
US Dollar
|
15. - 22.
1236
US Dollar
|
22. - 29.
1236
US Dollar
|
|
Important booking info
- Price: price per villa, per week
- Arrival/Departure day: Saturday Click here to request flexible dates
- Terms and conditions: please read the booking contract
- The Security Deposit is 0 Euro In lieu of Euro cash, upon arrival you will be required to sign a damage agreement which obliges you to pay any costs resulting from damage, loss or theft of property from the villa you have rented. Should you or your party cause any damage at the property contact us straight away so that we can help agree a reasonable settlement. Damage does not mean normal usage or wear and tear.
Payment method for security deposit: Damage agreement - Weekly linen, tea and bathroom towels: included - provided by local supplier
- Heating, if used: by consumption
- Final clean: included - provided by local supplier
- Tourist tax: 1,50 Euro per person, per night for the first 7 nights, some exemptions apply.
- Baby cot: 1 available on request 10 euro per item per week
- High chair: 1 available on request 5 euro per item per week
- Villa Services: The owner of the villa does not supply services to guests. Services are arranged by To Tuscany and offered by local licensed suppliers.
Request flexible dates
Simply answer the questions below as best as you can and one of our Tuscany experts will contact you
That's all the information we need from you now.
Simply press "Send" and one of our Tuscany experts will be in contact very soon.
Simply press "Send" and one of our Tuscany experts will be in contact very soon.
Karen Humphrey
+44 (0) 207 193 8156
+44 (0) 207 193 8156
The guest reviews published below represent the personal opinions of To Tuscany customers after their stay at the villa. These opinions do not necessarily represent the view of To Tuscany. For more information and our reviews policy please click here
10
10
Marie
Family with older children
Stay: July 2017
Parfait pour un séjour au calme dans un cadre fabuleux.
Google Translate
10
10
5
10
*
Lelu
Family with older children
Stay: August 2016
Trop éloigné de tout. Route d'accès très chaotique. Si vous venez de Florence ne pas choisir gaiole mais montevarchi.
Vignoble de san gusmé
Google Translate
To Tuscany team comments for this review:
26.08.2016
As in the villa description, the hamlet is secluded and the approach road: Approximately 2 km of wide, well maintained, unpaved road of no particular difficulty followed by a final kilometre of narrow paved road with 100 mtrs of steep slope at 25% . Proceed with caution in case of oncoming traffic.
5
10
*
10
10
Kerstin
Family with older children
Stay: May 2016
Unsere Zeit in Montefienali verging leider wie im Fluge. Das Haus ist einfach traumhaft schön. Die Küche ist sehr gut ausgestattet und lässt, für ein Urlaubsdomizil, keine Wünsche offen. Die Schlafzimmer sind ausreichend groß und wir hatten auch keine Probleme unsere sieben Sachen zu verstauen.
Trotz unserem verspäteten Eintreffen war unsere Betreuerin sehr herzlich, der Umgang war unkompliziert und sehr freundlich.
Bei der Anfahrt sollte man unbedingt berücksichtigen, dass die letzten Kilometer der Strecke mehr Zeit in Anspruch nehmen, als üblich. Die Straße ist sehr schmal und steil, trotzdem ist sie gut zu befahren.
Der Pool ist sehr gepflegt.
Wir hatten das große Glück, die Anlage fast für uns alleine zu haben. So konnten wir die traumhafte Ruhe sehr genießen. Wir können das Haus und die Anlage nur empfehlen und sind sicher nicht das letzte Mal dort gewesen!
Trotz unserem verspäteten Eintreffen war unsere Betreuerin sehr herzlich, der Umgang war unkompliziert und sehr freundlich.
Bei der Anfahrt sollte man unbedingt berücksichtigen, dass die letzten Kilometer der Strecke mehr Zeit in Anspruch nehmen, als üblich. Die Straße ist sehr schmal und steil, trotzdem ist sie gut zu befahren.
Der Pool ist sehr gepflegt.
Wir hatten das große Glück, die Anlage fast für uns alleine zu haben. So konnten wir die traumhafte Ruhe sehr genießen. Wir können das Haus und die Anlage nur empfehlen und sind sicher nicht das letzte Mal dort gewesen!
Google Translate
10
10
9
10
Aleksandra
Group of friends
Stay: August 2015
Krajobraz cudny, cisza i spokój, dobre położenie, bardzo dobre warunki pobytu, dobra organizacja
droga dojazdowa- zbyt stroma i niebezpiecznie kręta, za daleko do sklepów i restauracji
droga dojazdowa- zbyt stroma i niebezpiecznie kręta, za daleko do sklepów i restauracji
winnica u Enzo i restauracja w San Gusmo (kelner Mateo z matki Polki)
Google Translate
9
10
8
10
Anonymous
Family with young children
Stay: July 2015
Très belle maison, décorée avec gout, spacieuse. Il y a tout le nécessaire pour vivre comme à la maison, jeux, petit électroménager, cuisine, machine à laver, sèche-linge... Le cadre est magnifique dans ce hameau remarquablement réhabilité. Plusieurs petites choses on été signalées à ppm service qui est intervenu très rapidement : bravo pour le service et la réactivité!
Plusieurs problèmes de lampes qui ne s'allumaient pas. Notamment dans la plus grande chambre 1 seule petite lampe fonctionnait. Problèmes de clés, impossible d'ouvrir la porte sur la 1ère petite terrasse. Manque de propreté derrière les lits et au niveau des joints des sanitaires. Le hameau est un peu difficile d'accès en voiture.
Plusieurs problèmes de lampes qui ne s'allumaient pas. Notamment dans la plus grande chambre 1 seule petite lampe fonctionnait. Problèmes de clés, impossible d'ouvrir la porte sur la 1ère petite terrasse. Manque de propreté derrière les lits et au niveau des joints des sanitaires. Le hameau est un peu difficile d'accès en voiture.
Restaurant La Bottega à Volpaia.
Antica macelleria Falorni à Greve in Chianti.
Google Translate
To Tuscany team comments for this review:
18.09.2015
The property management have checked and confirm the lamps are fine, the problem was with the combination between switches and dimmers - this has now been fixed. There have been several attempts to fix the key lock on the terrace door. During preparation for 2016, this will be looked at more in depth.
8
10
8
10
Robert
Adult family group
Stay: June 2015
Die Ruhe und Höhenlage. Die Küche ist sehr gut eingerichtet. Obwohl es nur ein Ferienhaus ist, hat man die Annehmlichkeit wie zu Hause, was uns sehr gefallen hat.
Für 6 Personen sind Die Schlafräume eher mangelhaft eingerichtet,da die 2 Gäste-zimmer klein sind und von den Besitzern auch noch die Staubereiche belegt waren.
Für 6 Personen sind Die Schlafräume eher mangelhaft eingerichtet,da die 2 Gäste-zimmer klein sind und von den Besitzern auch noch die Staubereiche belegt waren.
Google Translate
8
10
Nearest town
The nearest restaurant is 5km in the village Starda, and the nearest village for shopping is 12km in San Gusme' while the Chianti towns of Gaiole and Radda are 15km and 22km respectively.
FAQ
- What time can we arrive? By what time must we vacate the property?
- How much does heating cost in Italy?
- Is it possible to have a Welcome Hamper? if yes, how can we order one?
- How far are the airports? Distances and driving time
- When do I get the directions and keyholder contact?
- What is there to do in the area near the villa?
- Are pets allowed?
Check in is from 16:00 - 19:00.
Checkout by: 10:00
- Can we arrive earlier than 16:00 - 19:00?Checkout by: 10:00
No it is not possible to arrive early, this is to ensure the villa is fully prepared for your arrival.
To ensure the villa can be prepared for the next guest please depart by 10:00
- Are pool towels supplied?To ensure the villa can be prepared for the next guest please depart by 10:00
included - provided by local supplier
- Is there Internet in the villa?free WI-FI available
- Can we bring an extra person / child that can sleep on an air mattress or not the couch?No, for fire and safety regulations, and insurance purposes, the maximum number of people indicated on the description cannot be exceeded.
NB: anyone aged 2 or above counts towards the occupancy of the house.
- Can we order a cot and / or high chair?NB: anyone aged 2 or above counts towards the occupancy of the house.
Please see here if it is possible in your villa. You can order these while completing your booking online, or at a later date by logging into you account.
- Where do I find information about the final cleaning, security deposit and other extra charges?- How much does heating cost in Italy?
Heating is very expensive in Italy. Most properties charge heating by consumption. Please make sure on arrival you are shown the meter so that you can check your spending. Here you can see how heating is charged at your villa.
- Is there a local bike hire place?For bike hire shops see here, this is not an exhaustive list. On arrival you can check with the property owner for the closest shop.
- Where is the nearest grocery shop?- Is it possible to have a Welcome Hamper? if yes, how can we order one?
Yes, a Welcome Hamper can be provided (service provided by local supplier). To order a Welcome Hamper please login into your account and place the order for one Welcome Hamper
- What is a pre arrival shopping service?In some villas, it is possible to have a Pre arrival shopping service. The availability of the service is noted in the villa description. To help you through the first day or two of your holiday, owners can do a small shop before your arrival so that you do not have to go immediately to find a supermarket. By contacting your To Tuscany villa specialist in advance and providing them with a shopping list you will find the items in your villa on arrival. Please note that the service cannot be guaranteed with less than 48 hours notice before arrival.
- Where is the nearest recommended restaurant?- How far are the airports? Distances and driving time
Florence Airport: 85km - 1h 19m
Aeroporto Perugia: 117km - 1h 40m
Aeroporto Pisa: 145km - 1h 56m
Show on map the main airports
- Can you assist with travel information?Aeroporto Perugia: 117km - 1h 40m
Aeroporto Pisa: 145km - 1h 56m
Show on map the main airports
- When do I get the directions and keyholder contact?
After paying the balance you will receive the directions. They will also be accessible in your account.
You will also be supplied with a contact number for To Tuscany in case you should have any queries about the property on arrival
- Where do I find the directions?You will also be supplied with a contact number for To Tuscany in case you should have any queries about the property on arrival
Once your balance payment has been received you can access the directions from your account.
- Can we book a weekly stay not arriving on Saturday?From June to end September, it is not possible to change the arrival/departure days. In other seasons it can be considered only for last minute bookings and at the owners discretion. Please contact us for more information or if you have a specific request.
- What is there to do for children in the area?- What is there to do in the area near the villa?
- Are pets allowed?
Villas which allow pets have an icon with a dog. Please check the description page of your villa for the icon. If pets are accepted this is normally limited to ONE dog per booking, please contact your agent for any questions. The animals are not allowed in the pool or on the furniture. Guests are to clean up the garden after their pet. Some properties have extra charges for pets, make sure you check the extra charges here for pet charges.
More villas in this resort:
