[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cottage Pino Rural Tuscan retreat in Stunning Hilltop castle Cottage in Montespertoli with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24201000/24200991/41aa28fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24201000/24200991/0d85496f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24201000/24200991/7ab40d60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24201000/24200991/46fbd427.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24201000/24200991/9fa3db17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the Tuscan countryside, Castello di S. Andrea a Cellole offers an idyllic retreat with a large pool and shady pergolas perfect for sipping wine or reading under the trees. With its cozy cottage featuring free Wi-Fi, Sat T.V., and en-suite shower, this charming property is ideal for couples or small families. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4807 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Air conditioning - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### Cottage Pino Rural Tuscan retreat in Stunning Hilltop castle Situated in a strategic position halfway between Florence and Siena the castle of S.Andrea a Cellole is within easy access of all the most important tourist sites, yet immersed in the quiet of the countryside where the birds sing and in the hot summer evenings the fireflies glow. Far from major roads and motorways the only sound you will hear is the odd tractor ploughing the vines. What better way to spend a relaxing holiday in our mature garden , taking a dip in the large (12X6 m) pool and sunbathing on wooden sun loungers with mattresses, lunching under the shady pergolas or just sipping a glass of wine, or perhaps reading a book under a shady tree. With both Florence and Siena little over half an hour away by car what could be easier than sightseeing the wonderful art treasures that Tuscany has to offer, returning in the latter part of the day to enjoy a quick dip before dinner in the garden or a foray out to one of the many typical restaurants in the area… of which still very good value. A cosy semi detached cottage on two floors ideal for a couple or up to four people. On the ground floor enter into the airy lounge through one of the two sets of glass doors, there is a settee for 3 with a matching armchair and bookshelves , Sat T.V and CD player. Up two steps in to the fully fitted kitchen with hob, oven, extractor fan, fridge/freezer, washing machine and open fireplace. A square table and four chairs make up the eating area in the kitchen. Upstairs two double bedrooms one with twin beds and en-suite shower , the other with a double queen size bed is next door to the bathroom with wash basin with vanity unit, bidet and w.c.. From all the upstairs windows there are spectacular views over the countryside.Outside is a very shady pergola with wooden garden furniture , the BBQ is shared in the main garden near the pool. Free Wi-Fi. Fan in bed room. No hidden extras only local tourist tax 50cts per person per day to be paid locally. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - Music library - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 - Housekeeping (on request) - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 807 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46280000/46273100/46273037/602e01a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Typical Tuscan Countryside Cottage near Florence Bagno a Ripoli, San Bartolomeo A Quarate - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 31 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=46273037&PinnedHotelID=46273037&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29750000/29741600/29741545/187dffc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Your panoramic house in Tuscany between vineyards and olive groves. 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special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash Onsite 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 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 Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Property Registration Number IT048030C26I8MEVB8 ### 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 required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Cottage Pino Rural Tuscan Retreat Stunning Hilltop Castle Pino Rural Tuscan Retreat Stunning Hilltop Castle Montespertoli Pino Rural Tuscan Retreat Stunning Hilltop Castle Pino Rural Tuscan Retreat Stunning Hilltop Castle Montespertoli Pino Rural Tuscan Retreat Stunning Hilltop Castle Montespertoli Pino Rural Tuscan Retreat Stunning Hilltop Castle Cottage Pino Rural Tuscan Retreat Stunning Hilltop Castle Cottage Pino Rural Tuscan Retreat Stunning Hilltop Castle Cottage ## 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%7C43.60377%2C11.15247&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IOfXsJ08LGSugOcN4KrScBX0HW8=) Montespertoli, Toscana #### What's nearby - Monastary of Sorelle Clarisse - 15 min drive - 13.5 km - Antinori nel Chianti Classico - 16 min drive - 14.9 km - Montegufoni Castle - 17 min drive - 15.2 km - Tenuta Torciano Winery - 27 min drive - 24.6 km - Ponte Vecchio - 33 min drive - 30.6 km #### Getting around - Barberino Val d'Elsa Station - 28 min drive - Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Trattoria da Bule - ‬21 min drive - ‪Il Caratello - ‬18 min drive - ‪Trattoria Matteuzzi - ‬18 min drive - ‪Bagnoli Pasticceria - ‬19 min drive - ‪Caffè degli amici - ‬18 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Cottage Pino Rural Tuscan retreat in Stunning Hilltop castle have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Cottage Pino Rural Tuscan retreat in Stunning Hilltop castle pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Cottage Pino Rural Tuscan retreat in Stunning Hilltop castle? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cottage Pino Rural Tuscan retreat in Stunning Hilltop castle? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Cottage Pino Rural Tuscan retreat in Stunning Hilltop castle located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Castle of Poppiano, Azienda Agricola Ammirabile, and Castello Sonnino. Piazza Machiavelli and Montespertoli City Hall are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cottage Pino Rural Tuscan retreat in Stunning Hilltop castle Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 16 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.2/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheryl R. Sep 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, just beautiful! More than we imagined for our Tuscany vacation. Spacious, well appointed and clean. Marzio was an excellent host with knowledge of the area and its history. He gave wonderful suggestions for wines, restaurants and touring excursions. We highly recommend this historical villa for a Tuscany vacation! ##### Sheryl R. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dom D. Aug 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding First of all, Marzio was hands down the best host we have ever stayed with. He was very helpful with recommendations and giving us information of the area. We ate in some outstanding restaurants on Marzio recommendation and he was right on the mark. The house is exactly what we were looking for, a beautiful Tuscan retreat, close to Florence and Siena. The pool was an added bonus that we used every day to cool off. We would really want to stay again. We did happen to stay in July and it was unusually hot. The A/C did have a hard time keeping up with the extreme heat at night so we may choose a Fall or Spring trip next time. ##### Dom D. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Christiane Sep 22, 2024 Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication Magnifique panorama. Accueil très gentil. Petit mais belle décoration. Toutefois l’eau chaude était plutôt tiède même trop tiède pour laver la vaisselle, probablement la raison pour laquelle la vaisselle n’était pas toujours propre. Surtout l’annonce indiquait 2 salles de bain alors qu’il n’y avait qu’une seule douche dans l’une des chambre avec une salle d’eau commune. Un peu de fausse représentation même si dans le détail c’était indiqué. ##### Christiane Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean S. Aug 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Jean S. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carsten S. Aug 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfekte Betreuung Das Haus liegt idyllisch hoch oben auf einem Hügel - mit einem freien Blick auf Zypressen, Weingüter und Olivenbäume. Hier ist man wunderbar für sich. Zur ehemaligen Kirche, in der man wohnt, gehören drei vermietete Wohneinheiten. Der Eigentümer wohnt auch vor Ort, aber gut abgeschirmt. Bei hohen Temperaturen ist der große Pool ein echter Hit. Die Appartements sind gut ausgestattet, es gibt auch eine kleine Bibliothek. Toll ist der Support durch den Hausherrn Marcio. Eine Glühbirne ist defekt - wird sofort gewechselt. Ein Schlüssel ist abgebrochen - hier ist ein neuer. Marcios Ausflugstipp sind Gold wert, vor allem passend dazu, wo man am sichersten sein Auto parkt. Und Marcio kennt alle Restaurants in der Umgebung - und reserviert gern einen Tisch. Das ist echt nötig, denn die Restaurants sind oft komplett ausgebucht. Wir haben toll, lecker und sogar preiswert gespeist, das ist in der Nachbarschaft tausend Mal besser als in den großen Orten. Der Hausherr lädt auch gern zu einem BBQ für alle Gäste ein. Das lohnt sich sehr und trägt sehr zur Kommunikation mit den anderen Gästen bei. Und gern kann man vor Ort auch hausgemachtes Olivenöl einkaufen. Mücken hatten wir keine, obwohl davor sehr gewarnt wurde. Dafür unseren Nelson. Der alte Hund der Besitzer kam abends immer zu uns und ist bei uns eingeschlafen. Den ruhigen Gesellen hätten wir gern mitgenommen. Kurzum: ein cooler Urlaubsort, eine perfekte Betreuung und ein toller Startort für Ausflüge nach Pisa, Lucca, Florenz+ Siena ##### Carsten S. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joel K., Boucherville Oct 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Un séjour mémorable Ce fut un séjour extraordinaire et inoubliable, un accueil très chaleureux du propriétaire Marzio avec qui il fut très agréable de discuter et d’apprendre de sa région et de sa formidable demeure. Je vous recommande fortement cette adresse si vous voulez passer un bon moment en Toscane et un très bon point central pour visiter plusieurs endroits de cette région. Spero di rivederti presto Marzio! Ciao Joel ##### Joel K. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marek S. Jul 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sympatyczni i kompetentni właściciele Klimatyczne miejsce, wygodny apartament, pełna atrakcji okolica. ##### Marek S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas H., Frankfurt am Main Jul 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place The property "Sant' Andrea a Cellole" is located in the middle of Tuscany, just as you would expect it to be. Marzio is a smart guy who is very concerned about the well-being of his guests. He is happy to advise on which excursion or restaurant to visit. The reservation is then made immediately at the desired time. We enjoyed the peace and tranquillity. A refreshing pool invites you to do this when you are not travelling through Tuscany. Two friends for life are also quickly found. They are the two four-legged friends Nelson and Bounty. You just have to like them, they are lovely dogs. All that remains is to say that we look forward to seeing them again and can highly recommend Marzio's place. Don't miss to take home his own olive oil, which is awesome. Thomas and Anna ##### Thomas H. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin C. May 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tuscany Pictures do not give an accurate view of this property. The views were so pretty and relaxing. Great place to stay and do day trips. Next time we will stay longer ##### Kevin C. Stayed 4 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel W., Gerbrunn Sep 1, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rundum empfehlenswert Wir haben im August 2020 mit unseren beiden Söhnen (15,17) eine Woche Urlaub hier verbracht und haben die Zeit sehr genossen. Die kleine, aber gemütliche Wohnung liegt sehr abgelegen und ruhig und doch recht zentral, so dass sich zahlreiche Highlights der Toskana von hier aus sehr gut besuchen lassen. Dabei ist das Anwesen selbst so schön, dass man es am liebsten gar nicht verlassen würde: Der Blick in alle vier Himmelsrichtungen ist makellos und zu jeder Tageszeit unbeschreiblich schön, so dass man am liebsten gar keine Ausflüge machen möchte. Ein großer Pluspunkt: der Vermieter ist sehr nett und hilfsbereit – seine Tipps und Restaurantreservierungen sind Gold wert. Er spricht hervorragend Englisch, der auf dem Gut lebende Vater des Vermieters sehr gut Deutsch, so dass die Verständigung überhaupt kein Problem darstellt. Besonders geschätzt wurde natürlich der Pool, der sehr großzügig und gepflegt ist und eine tolle Wasserqualität hat. Die beiden Hunde auf dem Anwesen haben uns viel Freude gemacht, sind sehr lieb, bestens erzogen und haben für uns den Urlaub perfekt gemacht. Der Abschied fiel sehr schwer. Vielen Dank, Marzio, für deine Gastfreundschaft! ##### Daniel W. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Ruprecht K. Jul 30, 2020 #### Veraltet und dringend renovierungsbedürftig Distanzlose Vermieter, fiese Hunde ##### Ruprecht K. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue S. Aug 8, 2018 #### Lovely cottage in an outstanding setting with amazing views of the Tuscan countryside. We stayed in cottage Murlo which accommodates 4 people. There were 3 of us, my husband, myself and our 18 year old son. We arrived at Cellole after 5 full days of sightseeing in Florence so the peace and tranquillity were much appreciated. The family who own the house, and live in part of it, are really friendly and helpful. They are there if you need them but never imposed on our holiday. Marzio will book restaurant reservations for you if you want which was really useful for us, he'll also give you advice and tips on where to park etc when visiting the surrounding areas. We went in July when it was very hot so the pool was fantastic for cooling down. One of the features that attracted us to Cellole was the fact there could only be a maximum of 10 people there at any one time and no children under 14. The pool was never busy! The cottage itself had everything you needed. The bedrooms are huge. The bathroom is actually in the master bedroom but it didn't cause us any problems because it was to the side and the room was so big. Outside you have a lovely covered seating area with fantastic views over the surrounding countryside. This was my first visit to Italy and I don't think I could have found a nicer, more welcoming place to stay. Total peace and relaxation in beautiful surroundings with a helpful family on hand. What more could you wish for? ##### Sue S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nadine L. Jul 22, 2018 #### un séjour dans un endroit merveilleux Nous avons passé dix jours agréables ,dans un environnement magnifique ,calme, avec des lumières extraordinaires le matin et le soir . Le Logement était comme sur les photos, juste ce qu'il faut pour quatre personnes. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié la piscine dans la soirée après nos visites à Florence . Un grand Merci à Adela et Marzio pour leur accueil chaleureux, leurs conseils .. on a envie d'y retourner ##### Nadine L. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Mary S. Oct 9, 2017 #### A wonderfully relaxing stay with brilliant hosts who could not have been more helpful and welcoming. From the moment we arrived we knew we had chosen a real gem! S. Andrea a Cellole is reached via quite a remote little lane which winds down through olive groves and fields of vines, and about 15 mins drive from the local village where you can buy all the provisions you may need. You arrive at a beautiful ancient and typical Tuscan building which invites you in immediately. Our hosts could not have been more helpful and welcoming, offering advice on places to see and restaurants to visit. The owner's son even invited us to a get together with other guests one evening and cooked for us around the B.B.Q. A delicious supper had been prepared for us which was very enjoyable. This is a place for relaxation and getting away from it all. You are completely immersed in stunning countryside. If you require a lively resort then think again. The web description and photographs were an accurate reflection of the accommodation. A rural treat for those who like a quiet and relaxing holiday. Can't wait to visit again. ##### Mary S. Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Elizabeth H. Sep 14, 2017 #### Full of character ! Well equipped cottage in a unique former church building. Cottage pino has a Sweet little private terrace for eating al fresco. lovely shared pool area with lots of loungers for sunbathing or shade for relaxation. The shower was a bit temperamental but plenty of hot water once it got going. The drive from the main road was a bit scary in a little hire car the first time we did it and it's not a quick one for getting fresh bread for breakfast as it's takes a good 20 Minutes into Tavernelle. we had a lovely week there. Marzio, Mario & Adela were most helpful at recommending little gems for us to visit like the Badia al Passagnano and the various chiant highlights , villages, restaurants etc. Tuscany is very close to heaven ! ##### Elizabeth H. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annabelle P. Aug 26, 2017 #### Perfect Wonderful idyllic castle in the Tuscan countryside, so quiet you could hear a needle drop. Really relaxing in an amazing area of Italy, perfect distance from Florence and Sienna. Couldn't recommend it enough. Will be returning in the future. ##### Annabelle P. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### pascale l., moigny sur école Aug 22, 2017 #### Une semaine trop courte !!.. Un havre de paix au milieu des oliviers et des vignes, le chant des cigales, une maison magnifiquement restaurée, une piscine accueillante et un point de vue quasi à 360° degrés ... le tout idéalement situé pour découvrir ou redécouvrir la Toscane : que demander de plus ?.. Si une seule ombre au tableau : le temps y passe trop vite et on en reprendrait bien une semaine de plus !!.. En clair, nous ne pouvons que conseiller cette location où l'accueil de Marzio et d'Adéla est des plus sympathique, merci à eux pour leurs conseils de visites, de restaurants typiques et pour leur excellent repas. Une caresse également à Bounty et Nelson qui nous rendaient des petites visites câlines. Nous reviendront à coup sûr, et pourquoi pas dès l'année prochaine. Pascale et Didier. ##### pascale l. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### David M. Sep 22, 2016 #### Perfect rural retreat Our stay here couldn't have been better . If you want to get away from the husle and busle this is the place . Picturesque peaceful charming and the owners Adela and Mario were lovely hard working people . We wish them all the best for the future and the dogs Nelson and bounty very cheeky but well behaved . Regards David and Elaine ##### David M. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Oct 4, 2009 #### S.Andrea a Cellole: A Delightful Cottage The meticulous care the owners take with this cottage was immediately evident with their prompt follow up to the booking and accurate, easy to follow directions. The location of the property is stunning, tucked away and private with outstanding views. The cottage is of good size yet cosy and well appointed. The shared pool is only a few yards walk away and of adequate length, complete with diving board. Cellole is blissful place to stay. It has a magical, relaxing atmosphere. It acts as a good base for touring Tuscany, whether the obvious draws or its furthest reaches. There was far too much to do even for a fortnight's holiday. The owners are welcoming, experienced hosts and run an efficient operation conducive to a very pleasant stay.