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Villa Orchidea - Historical private villa with private pool and view towards San Gimignano Tuscany

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8 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi
Interior
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
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9.6

Exceptional

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8 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 154306 sq ft

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  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

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San Donnino, Tuscany
  • Popular LocationCasa del Boccaccio10 min drive
  • Popular LocationTenuta Torciano Winery15 min drive
  • Popular LocationAntinori nel Chianti Classico17 min drive
  • AirportFlorence (FLR-Peretola)61 min drive

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About this property

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

Villa Orchidea - Historical private villa with private pool and view towards San Gimignano Tuscany

Villa Orchidea is a splendid luxury holiday villa for rent, also ideal for organizing weddings, receptions and important events to ensure an exclusive experience to guests.
The villa dates back to the 17th century and is owned by the Posarelli family. The property is divided into two units rented together: the main villa and a small annex for two people. In total, Villa Orchidea can sleep up to 15 people in interiors furnished with taste and equipped with every comfort.
Outside, a large well-kept garden offers a splendid swimming pool and a barbecue area equipped for outdoor dining.
Villa Orchidea is surrounded by the Chianti countryside and is an excellent starting point for visiting the villages of the area, such as Certaldo, San Gimignano and Volterra, as well as the renowned cities of Siena and Florence.

At guest’s disposal: large, fenced and furnished garden (5.500 m2), private swimming pool (12,5 x 6,5 m – maximum depth 2,5 m), shaded furnished porch with an outdoor kitchen and barbecue area: the ideal place where guests can enjoy an al-fresco dinner. Table tennis.
Parking within the grounds. On the premises there is a charming private chapel.

Distances: Sciano with food shop and pizzeria approx. 5,5 km, Barberino Val D’elsa with all kinds of shops and tennis court 6 km, Certaldo approx. 6 km, San Gimignano with its beautiful towers dating back to the medieval period approx. 30 km, Florence about 40 km. Siena and Volterra are in a 45-minute drive.

Please carefully check if there are any extra costs to be paid on site!

===== ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION =====
400 m2.
Ground floor: large living-room with dining area and access on to the outside, charming dining-room with beautiful fireplace, large and well-stocked kitchen (oven, freezer, dishwasher), living-room with small library and billiards table, double bedroom (air conditioning), sitting-room with fireplace, bathroom with shower.
1st floor: air-conditioned double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with shower, large living-room with fireplace (not working), bedroom with French bed, 3 double bedrooms with air conditioning and ensuite bathroom with shower, twin-bedded room (air conditioning) with ensuite bathroom with shower.

Outbuilding
Ground floor: suite with double bed (air-conditioning) and ensuite bathroom with shower.

The following might be to be paid extra: Babycot, Extra Bed, Final Cleaning, Heating, Late Arrival, Refundable security deposit in cash, Tourist tax.

Property manager

Posarelli Villas

Languages

Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Italian, Norwegian, Spanish, Swedish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Rollaway/extra bed: EUR 14.29 per night

Bathroom

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,306 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in fee: EUR 25
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 14.29 per night

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Heating fee: EUR 5 per cubic meter

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: EUR 25
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 14.29 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
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
Property Registration Number 048012LTN0009

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Villa San Donnino 8 Bedrooms Sleeps 15
San Donnino 8 Bedrooms Sleeps 15
Villa in San Donnino With 8 Bedrooms Sleeps 15 Villa
Villa in San Donnino With 8 Bedrooms Sleeps 15 Certaldo
Villa in San Donnino With 8 Bedrooms Sleeps 15 Villa Certaldo
Villa in San Donnino With 8 Bedrooms Sleeps 15
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About the area

Certaldo

This villa is located in Certaldo. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Castelvecchio Natural Reserve and Alta Val d'Elsa River Park, while Museum of Sacred Art and Vine and Wine Museum are cultural highlights. Il Fiaschetto and Chianti Observatory are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Casa del Boccaccio - 10 min drive
  • Tenuta Torciano Winery - 15 min drive
  • Antinori nel Chianti Classico - 17 min drive
  • Casa Sola - Chianti Winery - 21 min drive
  • San Gimignano Communal Palace - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Barberino Val d'Elsa Station - 19 min drive
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Borgo di Cortefreda - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar La Pineta - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafè Bijoù Loungebar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Da Barinco - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dal Quinta - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Orchidea - Historical private villa with private pool and view towards San Gimignano Tuscany pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Orchidea - Historical private villa with private pool and view towards San Gimignano Tuscany?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Orchidea - Historical private villa with private pool and view towards San Gimignano Tuscany?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Orchidea - Historical private villa with private pool and view towards San Gimignano Tuscany located?

Situated in Certaldo, this villa is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Santa Lucia al Borghetto Church and within 6 mi (10 km) of Palazzo Pretorio and Church of Saint Jacob and Saint Philip. Casa del Boccaccio and Museum of Sacred Art are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews" "

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Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

jo m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal for large group but needs attention and updating.
Generally okay but a bit of a hotch potch of unmatched crockery and glasses. No shaker to make cocktails, airconditioning units not working, bulbs missing or not working and often no hot water. Lots of trip hazards. Housekeeper very pleasant but we were a bit disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

amanda l.

Liked: Cleanliness
perfect for a group
We absolutely loved our stay for a group of friends for a big birthday. the bedrooms were large and all perfect except the weird one with the twin beds. we added an amenity by adding a catered chef dinner one evening and it was 100% worth it - the meal and staff were amazing. great communication during check in and check out via whatsapp . wifi worked great. only issue was transportation - this home is not near the train station and there are not cars available in Certaldo . If you stay here your group will need vehicles.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Orchidea
This is a Beautiful property, with plenty of room for our family of 10 travelers. Centrally located in the hills above Certaldo, in the Chianti Region. Easy day trips to Florence, Siena, Lucca, Pisa, Cinque Terra by car or train. Great location for just relaxing as well. The management team was very accessible and kept us updated from the time the reservation made, to the time of checkout. Near by are local restaurants, and a well stocked grocery store. I would recommend this location and Villa to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for large groups
Lovely setting amidst olive groves, peaceful with beautiful views of the Tuscan hills. There were 13 of us and we had more than enough space for privacy when desired, and many indoor and outdoor gathering places to choose from when we wanted to be together. Full kitchen, nicely appointed bedrooms and sparkling clean remodeled bathrooms. Excellent restaurant up the street that we frequented twice, Paese di Campenelli, and easy access to Certaldo for groceries. Don't miss Certaldo Alto charming hill town and home to 14th century writer Boccaccio. Highly recommend for families and groups.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

lamit L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
belle demeure Toscane très rustique
La villa a beaucoup de cachet. elle est très grande ( 6 chambres , 6 sdb et 5 salons!) le cadre est tres agreable. Mais il y a un manque d’entretien, problème de siphon et d’odeur dans 2 sdb. Plantes en pot assoiffées.Déjections de souris dans les placards de la cuisine, dans la vaisselle.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023