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House with character

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A living room with a sofa, a chair, a cabinet, and two paintings on the wall.
A room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a wall-mounted shelf with books.
A living room with a sofa, a chair, a painting, and a fireplace.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a small table.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a potted plant, and wall-mounted plates and a light fixture.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
1 bedroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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San Casciano in Val di Pesa, Tuscany
  • Place, Monastery of Sorelle Clarisse
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Torre Del Chianti
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Antinori nel Chianti Classico
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Futons

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

House with character

Very peaceful old farm-house in the green of our countryside close to the main centers of Tuscany (Florence, Siena, Arezzo, Lucca, Pisa, Volterra, San Gimignano etc..).The flat is comfortable all over the year. This holiday home is part of a seventeen century villa immersed in nature, surrounded by the many beauties of the Chianti region. It is close to Florence and Siena (approx. half an hour drive).
This apartment, where the owners lived for a long time, tells of country life. The big old-fashioned fireplace make it cosy and welcoming.
The living-room covered by a vaulted ceiling leads onto a small private garden with table and chairs, which is ideal for having breakfast and lunch in the shade of the pergola. The bedroom covered by a vaulted ceiling is very romantic.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number IT048038C2XNQAPWQI
Property # 6042181
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

San Casciano in Val di Pesa

Located in San Casciano in Val di Pesa, this holiday home is in a rural area. Ponte Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Antinori nel Chianti Classico and Tenuta Torciano Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Chianti Observatory and Villa Medicea di Lilliano - Malenchini. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, cycling and horse riding nearby.
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San Casciano in Val di Pesa, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Monastery of Sorelle Clarisse - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Torre Del Chianti - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • San Casciano Museum - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Antinori nel Chianti Classico - 13 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Verrazzano Castle - 16 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Florence Rovezzano Station - 24 min drive
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trattoria Da Pordo - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lo Spela - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Capanna Del Gallo - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria La Carbonaia - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cinque di Vino - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is House with character pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at House with character?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at House with character?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House with character?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is House with character located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Monastery of Sorelle Clarisse, Passignano Abbey and Florence American Cemetery and Memorial. Verrazzano Castle and Piazza Matteotti are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Host not truthful about the property

Three times in his posting of the property he indicated the property had a washer and dryer and after asking him about it 3 times he yelled at me and told me I had to go into town. It was indicated there were beautiful views from the where the only view was of a storage shed. It was indicated that it was a very short walk into town when it was at least a 25 minute walk to anything in town. It should have been indicated in the posting that you must have a car if your going to stay there. There is no taxi service in town. I was planning on staying one month but left after 13 days. It was just too remote and isolated. And of course he wouldn’t give me any refund for the 18 days I wasn’t there . The host’s father was a very nice man and would take me to the Coop for groceries and helped me get back to Florence.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

François B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent séjour !

Le gîte est superbe, parfaitement situé à l'écart des grandes routes mais sur l’axe Florence-Sienne à 15 minutes de Florence. Au milieu des oliviers et des vignes, le gîte se trouve dans un magnifique bâtiment. Haut plafond, grande cheminée, décoré avec goût, terrasse et terrain.... Les propriétaires sont accueillants. Tout est réuni pour passer un excellent séjour.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Margie R. M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Tuscany views!

We stayed for two months and enjoyed every minute of it! Nice little farm villa attached to beautiful large home. The area is just beautiful and very quiet. A very short walk into town for a morning coffee, gelato, groceries, etc. The family is wonderful and provided everything we needed and more! We will miss this home away from home! Thank you for helping make our holiday everything we hoped it would be!
Stayed 58 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sébastien K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cadre idyllique et gérants super acceuillants

Ce serait faire la fine bouche que de ne pas donner la note maximale à cette propriété ainsi qu'aux gérants. Le cadre (collines typiques de la toscane au mileiu des vignes et des oliviers) et la bâtisse sont magnifiques. Ma femme était enchantée par le caractère et charme du logement. Le lieu est idéalement située pour les visites de Florence, Sienne, San Gimignano, etc.. mais il faudra une voiture. Les gérants ont été chaleureux et ont répondu à toutes nos petites demandes et nous avons même eu droit à un cours magistral (dans un francais parfait) sur l'huile d'olive, le Chianti Classicoet même l'histoire de la Toscane par Mr. Rovida père que je salue :-) .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janette G.

Cosy apartment with character in a beautiful setting

We loved the character of the place and the tranquil location. The owners are thoughtful and friendly. Shops for essentials are only a short walk away and Mercatale is within easy reach of so many of Tuscany’s attractions. The Chianti region is stunning.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denice F.

100% Authentic Tuscan Experience

Charming accommodation on a truly breathtaking, picturesque vineyard/olive grove. The beautiful rolling green hills that surround are second to none in all of Tuscany. More ideal with a car, but do-able (w/some time/travel limitations due to limited public trans). Central Tuscan location ideal for visiting all of Tuscany, including Florence. Stefano and his family were warm, welcoming, and attentive. My daughter and I could not have asked for more during our month long stay there. We would welcome another opportunity to stay again, as it very much felt like a home-away-from-home.
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Franck M.

Calme dans un endroit magnifique

Très bien situé entre Sienne et Florence, nous avons pu profiter de cette belle région qu'est la Toscane.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Martin A.

Wonderful place with peaceful surroundings

A wonderful and peaceful location. Beautifully placed among the olive fields, but only a 5 min walk from the city of Mercatale, where you have nice cafés and a supermarket. Although you feel like you are far away from everything, you are right in the heart of Tuscany and Chianti. Firenze, San Gimignano and Siena are all within an half an hour drive away. The family is truly heartwarming and friendly - the best of hosts. You can buy their local wine - made from the grapes on the fields next to the house, as well as the olive oil - made solely from the olive trees around your house. The only downside we experienced was that the wifi was a little weak in the middle of the house. You had to be by the doors and windows to catch it. I can highly recommend this place. We stayed in Gemma and loved it.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
hello, thanks for your endorsement. We'll work on strenghtness of wifi signal. Thanks for your advice. Regards
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10/10 Excellent

Gwénola C.

Bon Séjour à San Casciano

Endroit calme et reposant. Logement frais et adapté pour les chaleurs : un peu vieillot mais confort suffisant pour des vacances d'été. Bon rapport qualité / prix. Attention cependant aux colocataires qui piquent ! Bon accueil du fils du propriétaire : les produits de la ferme sont excellents et de qualité (vin et huile d'Olive). Nous recommandons le lieu et ses environs.
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10/10 Excellent

Marie-Laure D.

Maison très agréable, idé...

Maison très agréable, idéalement située au milieu des grandes villes et petits villages de Toscane, au milieu des vignes. Le propriétaire est très sympathique, parle français couramment et vous parlera volontiers de sa région. Il nous a dailleurs gentiement prêté deux vélos, et sa propre huile d'olive est à tomber par terre. Des commerces sont à moins d'un kilomètre, la maison est équipée pour cuisiner. Un souvenir de vacances mémorables!
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10/10 Excellent

"Merveilleux séjour , mer...

"Merveilleux séjour , merveilleux cadre et acceuil, trés bonne adresse"
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10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

"Sehr schöne liebevoll ei...

"Sehr schöne liebevoll eingerichtete und gut ausgestattete Ferienwohnung. Wir wurden sehr freundlich empfangen, obwohl wir aufgrund ser Flugzeit erst spät in der Wohnung angekommen sind. Besonders genossen haben wir die schöne Terasse mit Garten und Eidechsenbesuch beim Frühstück. Die "wichtigen Ziele" in der Toskana: Florenz, San Gimignano, Siena, Arezzo sind von der Ferienwohnung aus mit dem Auto gut erreichbar. Den Supermarkt erreicht man zu Fuß in 10 min."
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10/10 Excellent

benoît L.

"Merveilleuse Toscane ......

"Merveilleuse Toscane ... Acceuil sans faille, environnement paisible et calme. De nombreux conseils et discussions de qualité ... Pas loin de Florence (25min) et de tous les sites de Toscane .... LA maison de Vacances idéale !!! MERCI !! Nous reviendrons !!! "
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10/10 Excellent

NOS HA ENCANTADO DISFRUTA...

NOS HA ENCANTADO DISFRUTAR DE 1 SEMANA EN , MARAVILLOSAS VISTAS, SE ESCUCHA HASTA EL SILENCIO EN PLENA NATURALEZA TOSCANA. MUY BIEN COMUNICADO CON TODAS LAS AUTOVIAS Y AUTOPISTAS. AMBIENTE FAMILAR Y TODA CLASE DE FACILIDADES. MUCHAS GRACIAS A STEFANO Y A TODA SU FAMILIA.

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