Title: Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany Vacation home in Siena with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany ![Outdoor pool - Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany (Siena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32040000/32033000/32032980/c19c986c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany (Siena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32040000/32033000/32032980/d7d9959f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany (Siena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32040000/32033000/32032980/fe350276.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany (Siena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32040000/32033000/32032980/7906e69d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany (Siena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32040000/32033000/32032980/71d10b83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled outside Siena's ancient walls, Borgo la Chiusa offers Porcilaia, a charming restored house with terracotta floors and beamed ceilings. Enjoy breakfast in the paved backyard or unwind in your private garden with patio equipped for al fresco dining. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4807 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Fireplace - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany Borgo la Chiusa has 3 independent units: 2 semi-detached houses (Legnaia and Porcilaia) and 1 independent villa (Fienile): PORCILAIA (sleeps 4) this unit LEGNAIA (sleeps 8) https://www.homeaway.co.uk/p8669997 FIENILE (sleeps 10) https://www.homeaway.co.uk/p8669998 Borgo la Chiusa was part of an ancient convent just outside the walls of Siena, offering guests wonderful views, peaceful environment and one independent villa and two deliciously restored to detached houses with Siena terracotta floors, stone walls, beamed ceilings and very beautiful finishing touches. Porcilaia, whose name means pigsty, was converted from the original pigsty of Borgo la Chiusa, part of an ancient convent. The house sits on the left side of the property and is accessed from a welcoming terraced patio at the front of the house. Porcilaia is endowed with an open living area, cleverly organised to fit a comfortable sofa and armchairs, a modern kitchen and dining area. The double bedroom and the twin bedroom sit on the back portion of the house, overlooking the beautiful paved backyard ideal for breakfast in the morning! Two full bathrooms with shower, one next to the living room and the other next to the double, in the sleeping area. The outside offers a well kept private garden and a lovely patio equipped with table, chairs, loungers, BBQ and umbrellas for outside eating and relaxing. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - Smooth flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bed sheets changed on request - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 807 square feet ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100780000/100777000/100776960/w2042h1302x3y0-a6ed9a24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy apartment in Siena with kitchen Scacciapensieri - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=100776960&PinnedHotelID=100776960&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34037800/34037758/65c9fa48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury apartment with pool: dolce vita at 15' on foot from the heart of Siena! 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Turn off the heating/air conditioning when you go out. Pay the GPL consumption for the heating accordingly to the meter readings and the municipality stay tax of 2 Euro per person per night if you didn't pay yet (doesn't apply to children under 12). Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules The 50% remaining balance, the refundable damage deposit of 400 Euro and Stay Tax of 2 Euro per person per night are due in cash on arrival. NO SUBLETTING. Renter may not sublet or assign this lease for all or any part of the premises without prior written consent of the Owner. GPL consumption for the heating is charged on a meter at 5 Euro per m³, due in cash at the end of the stay (daily average consumption is 5 m³). ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 1 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Steps to the bedrooms area ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings Please ask in advance for any kind of event ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### 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 (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 4 Note from host: Please ask in advance for any kind of event Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 IT052032B4MMDZWD5H ### 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 GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.28643%2C11.27367&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=72J0FTN3FTbE35CDMFhwow8K1Ew=) Siena, Toscana #### What's nearby - Fortezza Medicea \- 14 min drive \- 9.7 km - Piazza del Campo \- 15 min drive \- 9.0 km - Siena Cathedral \- 15 min drive \- 9.0 km - Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena \- 16 min drive \- 10.4 km - University of Siena \- 16 min drive \- 9.0 km #### Getting around - Monteriggioni Badesse Station - 16 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Hotel Athena Siena - ‬16 min drive - ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Lo Sfizio - ‬9 min drive - ‪L'Ocio Giulivo AgriRistorante - ‬9 min drive - ‪Sandy Bar - ‬17 min drive - ‪Ristorante da Michele - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany have a pool? ### Is Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany? ### What time is check-out at Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany? ### Where is Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany located? ## Have a question? 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