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TV, fireplace, table football, ping pong
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 12480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

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Siena, Provincia di Siena
  • Porta Romana
    14 min drive
  • Siena State Archives
    16 min drive
  • University of Siena
    16 min drive
  • Siena (SAY-Ampugnano)
    47 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stunning Villa, With Private Pool At 6km From Siena

The Villa belongs to Tenuta Larnianone, a family run wine estate of 340 acres, that counts 8 different Villas and Apartments surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, at 5km from Siena. The Estate is completely immersed in the countryside (you need a car to get to the grocery!) but is only 13 minutes to the closest supermarket and about 20 to Siena's city center.
What to expect:
Villa Santa Virginia it's a 480 sqm Villa, with 6 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, all at the first floor; it can accomodate 12 adults and 2 kids under 12. At the ground floor there is the living room, a small bathroom and the kitchen with dining room. Outside, just a few meters from the Villa there is a swimming pool with a spectacular view on the Val D'Orcia. The villa has also one annex that is available for rental only for the guests of the main Villa, at an additional price. It's called Pollaio Suite and it has got a double room, a bathroom with shower and A/C. Villa Santa Virginia is a typical Tuscan farmhouse restored respecting the original structure but equipped with all modern comforts. 
FAQ:

There is no air conditioning but fans in all the rooms.

Heating cost is included.

Renting a car is highly recommended (you can't go shopping on foot from the estate!)

In Siena there is no Uber service and taxis are not always available.

The swimming pool is guaranteed from 1st of May to 30th September; it's open from 8AM to 8PM

Only the guests of the Estate are allowed to enjoy the shared swimming pool spaces. The pool IS NOT HEATED.

The organization of any event involves extra costs to be defined when booking with the property.

The kitchen is equipped with stove, oven, dishwasher, coffee machine (NESPRESSO), pots, salt / pepper and our extra virgin olive oil. We provide plastic bags, dishwasher tablets, laundry soaps and fabric softener to our guests, as well as some courtesy coffee pods.

The bathrooms have hairdryers and at the entrance we provide a small welcome kit with shower shampoo in paper sachets.

It is possible to request a basic shopping to be found on the arrival, at an extra cost of 50 euros.
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance
Dining room with traditional fireplace
Living room with tuscany traditional fireplace
Kitchen
Toilette
FIRST FLOOR
Double bedroom with king size bed, ensuite bathroom (bath tub and shower) and big private terrace.
Double bedroom with 2 single beds and ensuite bathroom (bath tub and shower)
Triple bedroom with double bed, single bed and ensuite bathroom with shower.
Double bedroom and ensuite bathroom (shower)
Double bedroom with 2 single beds and ensuite bathroom (shower)
Bedroom with single bed and ensuite bathroom (shower)
Who will you meet and what do to:

The owners are at your disposal for any information, especially regarding restaurants and activities, or to solve any problems efficiently if needed. During your stay it is possible to organize Palio experiences (2nd of July and 16th of August), dinners in Villa, bike tours, city and surrounding tours, horse riding through the Estate, truffle hunting and of course the visit to the cellar where Lorenzo, will organize the wine an olive oil tasting. All the information to book these activities (and more!) are provided in the Guestbook, once made the reservation.

The Estate is located in a strategic position:

- 20 minutes far from Siena's city center, a go-kart circuit, the thermal baths at Rapolano Terme, an alpaca farm, an adventure park for kids, and the artistic site Parco Sculture del Chianti;

- about one hour away from San Gimignano (where to taste the best ice cream of the world at Dondoli's), Florence, Montepulciano, Montalcino, Pienza (the famous cheese city of Tuscany), Volterra and Panzano in Chianti (where is located the most famous butcher of the Chianti, Dario Cecchini)

- about two hours far from Assisi, Rome, Pisa, Lucca and seaside famous places like Forte de' Marmi and Argentario's peninsula.

The best location to enjoy a true tuscan experience!
During your stay at this villa, you'll be close to Basilica dell'Osservanza. The villa includes amenities such as free WiFi and a private pool.
  • The villa offers a private pool, a kitchen and a washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • 14 minutes by car from Porta Romana and 15 minutes from Basilica dell'Osservanza
Stunning Villa, With Private Pool At 6km From Siena offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Siena villa is smoke free.

Property manager

Anna

Languages

English, French, Italian

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6.5 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 5,167 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

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Stunning Villa, With Private Pool At 6km From Siena Reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful villa
This villa was perfect for three families! It had everything we needed and the pool was refreshing and lovely. The hosts were amazing and very helpful! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property
I can’t say enough about the beauty of the property and the family who run it. Lavinia and Lorenzo could not have been more welcoming and friendly. The wine and olive oil are not to be missed! We were in Italy on a sibling trip and we were taken back by the property and the views, WOW!! Thank you again for making our time so special!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim W., Houston, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Tuscany Villa
The highlight of this property is the amazing views of the Tuscan countryside. If we could have stayed another week lounging by the pool we definitely would!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

A D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Beautiful Villa
The villa is lovely and appears exactly as the pictures show. It is furnished with everything you might need for a comfortable stay. There is even a cupboard of toys and games. For us, what really sets this place apart from others is the spectacular panoramic view you can see from the villa's front yard. Thank you to Lavinia and Lorenzo for all their helpful information!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute Perfection!
EVERYTHING about our experience was fantastic - from booking the Villa to our check out. Lavinia is AMAZING!! Gracious, knowledgeable, accessible, charming, hospitable… shall I go on?? Villa Santa Virginia was PERFECT for our 4 couples. In fact it could have accommodated 6 couples if we rented the detached room on the grounds. The Villa is STUNNING. Great location to Siena (10 minute easy drive). Each room comfortable and plenty of room. The Villa is well stocked with all the essentials in the kitchen, bathrooms and laundry room. AMPLE room for our crew to cook dinner together, dine together and spread out and have alone time. AND there is a GORGEOUS pool! We will definitely be back! Grazie Mille dear Lavinia. You are the BEST! Xoxo Teresa, Perry & Crew
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ami M., Dresher

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding villa in Tuscany.
We had a wonderful week at the villa. The place is gorgeous and spacious with beautiful views. Lavinia hosted us with a lot of charm, care and knowledge. Aldo took good care of the reservation and rescheduling during Covid. Lorenzo and Lavinia gave us a great tour of the vineyards and wine and olive oil making. Highly recommended place for a family vacation. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

stefano p.

Liked: Cleanliness
excellent experience
the propriety is even nicer than the photos portray . the facilities are impeccable and the whole property is simply fantastic and we had a once in a life time stay. all issues were immediately addressed by owners who are always available and extremely friendly siena is only a few minutes away. would most defiantly recommend for large family gatherings
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Doug M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than the photos
It didn't seem possible that the property and location could be any more beautiful than the pictures of the villa on the hill, the pool overlooking the rolling hills of Tuscany...but it was. We had a magical stay. Aldo was a perfect host, always there with help. The wines were fantastic and made in the adjacent building! We had a chef come 2 nights and ate dinner outside (breakfasts were there too!). 12 minutes to the beautiful ancient city of Siena. Tenuta Larnianone was simply perfect in every way. It was very hot when we were there (97F), but the house maintained temperature very well. There are 2 things to be aware of, neither of which effected us significantly. First, there is no air conditioning (though the website says there is). There are fans for every room and with the old stone the villa is built with things were quite cool at night and offered relief during the days too...naturally. Also, the road to the get to the villa is @2.7km long and is not paved. Your car will be filthy. All that said, we loved it only wishing we had more than 1 week to enjoy it all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Tuscan getaway!
This beautiful property, within easy driving distance of Siena and other lovely Tuscan towns, has so much to offer! The villa is lovely and has great conveniences such as a washer/dryer, as well as a great pool with one of the best views you will ever see. Wonderful landlords - everything top notch. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in Tuscany!
Our family had an absolutely wonderful stay at Santa Virginia! The house, grounds, and location look beautiful online but are even more spectacular in person. The house is close and has easy access to Siena, but you also feel like you’re worlds away when you’re at home, tucked in the heart of the countryside. The booking and check in process was easy...Duccio was there to welcome us when we arrived, offered reliable itinerary suggestions, and was always available to answer questions. Anna coordinated a cooking class with a local chef to celebrate my husband’s birthday, and she gave us the recipes so we can recreate the meal at home. Truly everything was perfect, the only question now is when can we go back?! Thank you to Duccio and Anna for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Faye S., Houston, USA

Amazing villa in a stunning location
I booked this villa for a group of 8 (4 couples). The layout of the villa was perfect, giving plenty of room and the villa was clean, Duccio and Paola were very helpful and responsive to questions. The views from the villa were stunning and morning runs along the estate roads were ideal for the athletic members of the group. The villa is ideally situated to get to Siena, San Gimignano and visit the main wine regions: Chianti, Montepulciano and Brunello Di Montalcino. We enjoyed beautiful weather and being able to eat and relax outside the villa watching the sunset. I arranged for a cooking lesson at the villa which Duccio organised, this was well received and a fun evening, I would definitely recommend this. Overall this is an amazing villa, well kept, in a stunning location with a host that is available and happy to help with any request. Our group had a very memorable stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Polly R.

Dream Family Holiday
We had the most wonderful two weeks in Santa Virginia as a celebration of my 50th and my mums 80th birthday with friends and family of all ages staying with us. The villa is glorious: spacious, beautifully and sensitively restored and furnished and utterly peaceful with the most incredible "filmic" view looking out across the Sienese landscape. The kitchen is very well equipped, and the table football, table tennis and wi-fi by the pool were a big hit with the teenagers. The additional cottage in the garden provided us with the flexibility we needed to be able to invite more family at the last minute. Duccio was the kindest of hosts, responding promptly and efficiently to any questions we had, always going above and beyond the call of duty to help us at various moments of need and providing us with local insight and knowledge (particularly about the Palio- which was fantastic). We thoroughly enjoyed his personal tour of the family winery and the wine itself is completely delicious. It was a completely memorable two weeks and we really hope to be able to return to Santa Virginia again in the very near future!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Awesome week at Villa Santa Virginia
If you can imagine the perfect vacation, it was six women and my little grand-daughter the first week of July enjoying the time of our lives at the villa. Our sincere compliments go out to Duccio and his family for giving us the opportunity to experience this gem. The grounds.on the estate are lovely; the views, breathtaking. The villa is beautiful and comfortable, the pool is perfect with many comfortable lounges and a large umbrella. The wine from the estate and olive oil are delicious. The days are warm, the nights are cool. Thank you to Monica, who prepared two fabulous meals for us. Thank you to Duccio for being such a gracious host and also for securing us great seats to the Palio (which is an event not to be missed). Thank you to his sister for surprising us with delicious tiramisu for the birthday dinner. Our Siena turned 8 at the villa. An unforgettable celebration. She, as well as the rest of us, will remember always this truly wonderful week. Duccio, we send you a big thank you and very much hope to stay at Santa Virginia again. It was, quite frankly, the chance of a lifetime. Our sincere best wishes to you and your family, Diane, Stacy, Siena, Jeanne, Julie, Suzanne and Lindsay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anthony A.

The most incredible experience ever- exceeded our expectations!
Wow, I don't even know where to start. Staying at this villa was an experience myself, my friends & family will never forget! We are already talking about coming back in a couple years. To start, the Villa was absolutely breathtaking! The view felt like a painted backdrop, it was gorgeous it didn't feel real. Views of the grain fields, the vineyards, mountains & even the town of Siena was visible. The pool was perfect for those hot days and we enjoyed all the seating / umbrella options for those with fairer skin. The inside of the villa was incredibly charming and there was so much natural light, not to mention loads of character! Each room came with a bathroom, which was very helpful since we had quite a few guests. Several dining options available, each with their own unique quality. Best of all, was Duccio's hospitality! He was so gracious in checking on us to make sure we had all of our needs met at all times. He was so genuine and truly cared that we had a great experience. They also provide their own wine & olive oil for sale (at a reasonable price) and it was so delicious! We all bought bottles of olive oil to take back to the U,S, with us. 10/10 would recommend this place to anyone! P.S. Some others have noted on here that there is no AC unit, which I was a little unsure of before we arrived, however even on the very hot days it was never too hot! The house had a nice breeze flowing through it and stayed surprisingly very cool. Even during peak heat hours everyone was able to nap in their rooms if they chose to. Zero complaints! Can't wait to come back! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Beautiful property- great for large group
We were two families who stayed at the property in early/mid June. The property was absolutely amazing and what a view! It is a great location for travels to other key cities. We took several side trips (Florence, Pisa, Luca) and Siena is only a 15-20 minute drive. You will definitely want a vehicle to get around. Duccio was very helpful and always there if we needed anything. We highly recommend the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kathi W., Santa Rosa, California

Amazing villa!!!
We were a party of 8 staying for a week. Our only regret was that we didn’t stay longer! The house was stunning, as were the grounds. Six bedrooms all with en suites! The owner gave us a tour of the property and we tasted the wine that they produce, which was delicious! They also produce THE BEST olive oil I’ve ever had! We were only 15 minutes by car to Siena. Don’t miss out on this place. You won’t regret it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tom J., Watkinsville, GA

Family dream vacation in Siena
It has been our plan and dream for a decade to celebrate our retirement with a full family trip -- all 11 of our children and grandchildren -- to a villa in Tuscany. We could not have found a more ideal match for our dream than Villa Virginia. The views from the front of the home look like an idyllic oil painting of miles of Tuscan countryside. The accommodations were perfectly suited and well beyond expectations. Duccio and Anna were the perfect hosts -- available when needed but not intrusive. At our request, they arranged for another part of our dream, a fully-catered chef-prepared meal on the lawn of the villa one Sunday evening. It was an experience that literally brought tears to our eyes it was so perfectly beautiful. We all swam, played ping-pong, chess and foosball, and enjoyed the delicious wine produced on the property. The house was comfortable from morning to night with windows open and nice breezes passing through. Be aware you are a few miles out of Siena -- too far to walk, a car is helpful. But you are out in that beautiful countryside -- it is breathtaking. Our new dream is to go back to this very house.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

kathleen g.

Spectacular !
We just returned from staying at Tenuta Larnianone for a week with three other couples . This was by far the Best Accomodations we have stayed in . The Villa and property are stunning , the view is exactly what you see in their pictures enhanced by Roses in every color. The inside is authentic with beautiful art work and antique furniture. They arrange a chef who cooked dinner and we were able to participate in a cooking class. The owners live nearby and are available to help in any way . We highly recommend Villa Santa Virginia in Siena .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Donna T., Lancaster

A True Tuscany Experience!
Wow this Villa was amazing! It was like transporting in time but with all the modern conveniences. Kitchen and bathrooms were upgraded and home was very clean. Great for our family of 8 plus my niece and baby. Everyone had their own room with bathroom. The view is what we came for after seeing the photos when booking. Amazing vista with olive trees and vineyards. You can see why it is a painter or photographers dream. Duccio was an amazing host who answered the many questions we had. He was very attentive and even showed us all about his vineyards and wine press attached to the property. We even got lucky enough to witness the start of the harvesting. We had an amazing dinner made for us by Aurola and she even cleaned everything up! One thing to make clear is that you definitely need a car. We are walkers and thought it would be easy to walk everywhere but that is not the case. The villa is a bit off the main road with paved and unpaved roads so it is recommended. A taxi ride is $15 euro one way so expect at least $30 roundtrip. Also we ate mainly at the villa and made many trips to the coop so the car was handy for that. The pool was very refreshing and clean. We also had cute visitors such as the local cats and a very small fox would come by at night. Friendly but kept his distance. We took the train to Florence one day. Train station is about a 15 minute car ride from villa then train ride is 1-1/2 hours to Florence approximately. Lovely way to see some little towns. Note that we traveled roundtrip out of Fiumicino airport in Rome because of visiting Rome before coming to Siena but It was a 3 hour drive back to airport so Florence would be the way to leave from if you were to stay here. All in all an amazing vacation! Can't wait to open the olive oil and wine we brought back from the villa! Thanks again Duccio!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

John R. C.

Tuscan Reality
We arrived at Villa Santa Virginia with our children and grand children for a special Tuscany holiday only to be greeted with the comment, " we have bad news, the weather will continue to be over 100 degrees for your stay". We knew it was hot but surely there would have been extra preparation made by the owners of the Villa to enable their guests to be comfortable during this unusual weather. The house was very hot during the day and miserable at night for sleeping. One fan was put in each bedroom for comfort yet this was hardly enough ventilation. No fans were supplied downstairs. We tried to be vigilant about our situation but the only relief was the swimming pool and the special view. Because of the hot house, we decided to depart early from our one week rental. The reason we were interested in renting the Villa was because it was listed air conditioned so we knew we would be comfortable, yet we learned that it was not, but with the firm assurance from the proprietor that the house was always cool due to the thick walls and that August temperatures were lower than July with night temperatures around 18/20 C. We were deeply disappointed because of the information we received and what we experienced was not what was expected. A list is provided below addressing issues about rental property 1636667: Air conditioned was listed on the amenities list but was promptly changed Aug 6 on the website after the proprietor was shown the amenities list. A near by air conditioned apartment for two was offered to us at full price, and was finally negotiated to a lower price by a family member who reminded the proprietor of the situation we walked into. We took the extra space to help a 3 yr old and his parents sleep better. Be prepared for extra fees. Mattresses and pillows were very hard Squeaky bed springs in one room Towels provided once a week only Washer and Dryer needed instructions Kitchen refrigerator not working (used refrigerator in wash room) Coffee machine very old, very slow, frustrating The proprietor needs to provide an organized expense voucher system to present to renters rather than appearing daily, waiting for euro payments. Proprietor supplied a contact number for assistance so there was no reason to appear each morning. Essential to have a car due to remote location What was great: Very clean, well taken care of villa with nice bathrooms Nice sheets Enjoyabe pool Stellar view Great chef meal outside at night
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sophie B.

A magical place with a wonderful host
We have spent a wonderful time in santa virginia with friends and family. The house is a tuscan dream with wonderful views a great pool and a great feeling. Dulcio is a wonderful host very friendly and helpful with everything. Highly recommended !
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Our stay at the Villa exceeded my expectations!
This past week my family of 12 gathered for a family reunion at a Villa Santa Virginia. The views from the Villa are beyond description. The majesty of Tuscany combined with the complete privacy of the Villa exceeded all expectations. The children were entertained by the pool, ping pong table, etc. The grounds so immense, the nightly games on the lawn became a must. Each bedroom with its own bathroom made life amazingly comfortable. The lack of air conditioning was not a problem. The nights cool down and each room had a fan. We were all comfortable. Duccio was the perfect host making sure we were well taken care of. Just a short distance from a Sienna, the perfect location to enjoy Tuscany! Amazing memories!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

George Z., Where do you live?

Heaven on earth.
Indescribable experience. Duccio and his sister Anna were wonderful hosts and treated us like family. Our hosts were always available for questions that might arise. The villa and property are beyond beautiful. The views were astonishing. Thank you Duccio!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

Surpassed all expectations
We were a group of 5 women, checking a dream vacation to Tuscany off our bucket list. We could not have been more thrilled with the Santa Virginia house on the estate of Tenuta Larnianone. The house itself was amazing. Each of us had our own spacious bedroom and private bathroom. The bathrooms were well appointed, something that 5 women appreciated very much. The kitchen was a large old farm kitchen with all the modern amenities and was well equipped. There was also a small washer and dryer that we used a few times. We had a bit of a learning curve figuring out how to run these machines,which were a little different from the ones back in the US. But even more wonderful than the house was the breathtaking scenery. Some days all we wanted to do was pull up a chair and drink in the gorgeous view of the valley below us and the grape vines and olive groves all around us. Our landlord, Duccio, was a delight. He was a most attentive host, from the day we first arrived to be greeted with a bottle of his wine, a loaf of bread, salami, and fresh fruit. He was very accomodating to any of our requests, and gave us lots of tips about places to visit and things to see on our visit. Duccio can also arrange a cooking class or a dinner prepared in the home. We arranged, through him, for a chef named Monica to prepare a Tuscan dinner for us on our last night. Our only regret was that we waited until the last night for that dinner because there were so many left overs. We could have had a few more meals on the delicious leftovers. Another tip Duccio gave us was a recommendation to contact Texi Tours for any travel/ tour needs we might have. We were quite happy with Francesca from Texi. She arranged our transportation to and from the airport in Florence and also some private tours we requested. I would highly recommend them. In summary, this place was like something out of a fairy tale or a movie set. I would love to take my family back there someday. There would be plenty of room for a larger group. Besides the 6 bedrooms in the house, there is a small guest house right across the yard and an apartment attached to the house with a separate entrance for extra guests. These are only rented to groups requiring more rooms than are available in the main house. We were just up the road from Siena,, a beautiful trip on country roads, about a 4 mile drive. We rented a car during our stay and visited several of the surrounding towns .Highly recommend this house!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Unforgettable family vacation at this beautiful home and property
Our extended family of 11 (two sets of grandparents, an aunt and uncle, mom, dad and three girls) spent an unforgettable week at Santa Virginia. The home and property exceeded our expectations - the views from the home are incredibly beautiful, some of our favorite moments were simply looking at the view with our morning coffee and evening wine. The villa itself felt quintessentially Tuscan and rustic, yet so clean, spacious and well appointed. It was the perfect blend of old and new, and provided every comfort. The two large living areas were perfect for our large group. The dining area seated all of our family comfortably, and there was plenty of quality glassware, dishes, silverware, mugs, etc. for all of us (my MIL, who has owned rental properties in the past, commented several times on how extraordinarily well appointed the house was!). In the living room, we enjoyed sitting around the fireplace with a glass of wine (the evenings were still quite cool during our visit) while watching the kids (and adults) play game after game of foosball (again, perfect blend of old and new to please all tastes and ages!). We took several walks around the property, just enjoying the views and vineyards (the views....TRULY amazing). We are a group of wine lovers, and enjoyed the private tour of the estate's wine cellar as well as drinking the estate wines, which we could purchase as desired throughout the week. We also enjoyed two chef dinners at the villa, arranged by the owners. Monica cooked for us on our first night, and then again mid-week where she provided a cooking class, in addition to dinner. Monica's dinners were delicious and a wonderful vacation treat to relax and enjoy such a nice dinner in the comfort of "home." The location of the property in relation to Siena is also ideal. We felt completely away from it all while at the villa, yet, with just a short drive we would be in downtown Siena. Some homes we had considered renting were quite far from any towns, and we felt quite lucky that we chose Santa Virginia not only for the beautiful home but for the excellent location. We would not hesitate to recommend Santa Virginia to any of our family or friends. And the owners took excellent care of us, responding promptly to all of my questions prior to the trip, and taking immediate care of any minor questions we had during our stay. Our family TRULY hopes to return to Tenuta Larnianone some day. Grazie mille, Duccio and family!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017