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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of a forested landscape. - Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool (San Donnino)
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A dining area with a high wooden ceiling, stone archway, and a chandelier. There is a dining table with chairs and a sofa in the living area. - Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool (San Donnino)
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At Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool, you can look forward to a garden, a library and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 15400 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool

  • 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.

    Extra services included in the rental price starting March 2026
    - Cleaning service every 2 days for 4 hours per day
    - Towels change every 3 days
    - Bed linen change every 7 days
    - Pool towels change every 2 days

    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, Refundable Security Deposit in cash, Tourist tax.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

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

Bathroom

  • 7 private bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Library
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished lanai
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,306 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Heating fee: EUR 5 per cubic metre

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

Optional extras

  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 IT048012C28MIICARU

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 the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Certaldo is home to this villa. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Castelvecchio Natural Reserve and Alta Val d'Elsa River Park, while Archeodromo di Poggibonsi and Museo del Cristallo di Colle di Val d'Elsa are cultural highlights. Il Fiaschetto and Chianti Observatory are also worth visiting. Visit our Certaldo travel guide
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San Donnino, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • A historic stone bridge over a calm river, with colorful buildings on either side.
    Ponte Vecchio
    55 min drive - 41.0 km
  • An ornate ceiling with intricate carvings and a view of a tower through an archway.
    Piazza della Signoria
    55 min drive - 41.0 km
  • A grand, illuminated building with classical architecture, featuring tall columns and statues.
    Uffizi Gallery
    55 min drive - 41.0 km
  • A historic building with a large central dome and arched windows, surrounded by a well-maintained square with a grassy area and flower beds.
    Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
    58 min drive - 45.5 km
  • Semifonte
    1 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Ristorante Borgo Antico
    10 min drive
  • La Taverna by the pool
    13 min drive
  • Bar La Pineta
    6 min drive
  • La Sosta di Pio VII
    9 min drive
  • L'Osteria di Casa Chianti
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with pool located?

Situated in Certaldo, this villa is within 6 miles (10 km) of Sant'Appiano Parish Church, Palazzo Pretorio and Church of Saint Jacob and Saint Philip. Casa del Boccaccio and Castello di Barberino Val d'Elsa are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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