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Nestled in the Tuscan countryside near Gambassi Terme, this 300 square meters villa is an idyllic retreat for large groups. Enjoy a private swimming pool, wood-burning oven for pizzas and barbecue grill on the covered terrace or relax in the living area with fireplace and smart TV+ Netflix channel.

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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9 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 18400 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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.

Your Perfect Tuscan Retreat for Families and Friends

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Nestled in the peaceful Tuscan countryside between Florence and Siena, this beautiful villa is the ideal choice for groups seeking relaxation and the charm of the landscape, just a short distance from San Gimignano and Volterra and only 45 minutes from the beaches of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

The villa offers comfortable and carefully designed interiors: all bedrooms are equipped with air conditioning and heating, ensuring a pleasant stay in every season. Original terracotta floors and elegant wooden details create a warm and inviting atmosphere, where traditional Tuscan character blends seamlessly with modern comforts. Every space reflects the authentic spirit of Tuscany, providing a refined and relaxing environment.

Spread over three levels, the property can comfortably accommodate up to 18 guests and features a private 5 x 12 meter swimming pool, open from May to October. On the ground floor, guests will find a spacious living room with a large fireplace, a TV area, a room with a piano, a dining room with a table seating up to 20 people, a fully equipped kitchen, and a bathroom with a washing machine. All ground-floor rooms open directly onto the covered veranda and private garden, furnished with outdoor dining tables and comfortable seating for moments of pure relaxation. A wood-fired pizza oven and a barbecue complete the outdoor area, making it perfect for convivial alfresco dinners.

The first floor hosts five double bedrooms, two of which have access to a panoramic terrace overlooking the stunning Tuscan countryside, along with three bathrooms. The second floor offers four additional double bedrooms and three bathrooms.

This villa is the perfect setting for family gatherings or stays with friends, away from the bustle of the cities yet within easy reach of Tuscany’s most renowned historic towns. It offers a unique opportunity to experience authentic Tuscany in complete privacy and tranquility.

Property Features:
Independent villa
Private large garden
Private swimming pool (5 x 12 meters)
Outdoor dining area
Barbecue
Wood-fired pizza oven
Table tennis
Free private parking
Piano
Smart TV
Wireless internet (Wi-Fi)
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Microwave oven
Hair dryer
Air conditioning in all bedrooms
Indoor fireplace
Heating throughout the entire house
Nearby Services
SPA facilities at 3 km
Castelfalfi Golf Club at 10 km
Additional Expenses
Tourist tax: €1.50 per person per day
Cook service available at an additional cost
Housekeeping service available at an additional cost

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car available
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 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 - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Turn off the Airco
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

recycled trash

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
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 IT048020C2GWJJEYQL

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
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Great Central Location Tuscany Florence Hills Villa
Tuscan Cultural Villa FOR Your Family Reunion! Villa
Tuscan Cultural Villa FOR Your Family Reunion! Gambassi Terme
a Great Central Location in Tuscany on the Florence Hills

About the area

Located in Gambassi Terme, this villa is in a rural area. Monastery of San Vivaldo and Sant'Agostino Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The SottoVico Garden and Ra-Ma snc. Travelling with kids? Consider Il Fiaschetto and Peccioli Prehistoric Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Gambassi Terme travel guide
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gambassi terme, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Piazza Duomo showing a castle
    Piazza Duomo
    18 min drive - 17.0 km
  • landscapes of Italy. medieval San Gimignano - Tuscany, Shutterstock ID 383524231, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Other:
    San Gimignano Communal Palace
    18 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Pieve di Santa Maria a Chianni
    6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Monastery of San Vivaldo
    11 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Agricola Tamburini Emanuela
    12 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Granaiolo Station
    18 min drive
  • Peretola Airport (FLR)
    54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ristorante Leonetti, Pancole
    23 min drive
  • Bar Centrale
    12 min drive
  • Ristorante Casa Masi
    19 min drive
  • Il Rustico “Pancole”
    24 min drive
  • Pasticceria Filli
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Your Perfect Tuscan Retreat for Families and Friends have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Your Perfect Tuscan Retreat for Families and Friends pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Your Perfect Tuscan Retreat for Families and Friends?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Your Perfect Tuscan Retreat for Families and Friends?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Perfect Tuscan Retreat for Families and Friends?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Your Perfect Tuscan Retreat for Families and Friends located?

This family-friendly Gambassi Terme villa is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Monastery of San Vivaldo and Pieve di Santa Maria a Chianni. Castelvecchio Natural Reserve and Rocca of Montestaffoli are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Your Perfect Tuscan Retreat for Families and Friends Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Scott O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trip of a lifetime with our extended family

I can't say enough great things about this house and it's host. The house comfortably accommodated our family of 16 (three generations of us!). The location is perfect. There are incredible restaurants super-close. And best of all, our amazing host Gabriella helped us plan everything every step of the way. Outstanding!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay in Gambassi Terme

We had such a lovely stay in Gambassi Terme, conveniently located about an hour's drive away from Florence. This villa was a perfect size for our group of 12, with plenty of room to spare, and it had great amenities including a pool, fire pit, and ample outdoor space. Gabriella was a wonderful host and was so helpful during the planning for our stay, offering different ideas for excursions/experiences, including a cooking class at the villa, a private dining experience, and a wine tasting at a nearby family vineyard. We also had great lines of communication while we were staying at the villa. I couldn't recommend this villa enough for large groups, particularly for friends and family gatherings. I would definitely be happy to stay here again for a trip to Tuscany.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Herrliche Woche mit Freunden

Wir hatten mit acht Erwachsenen und zehn Kindern zwischen zwei und zehn Jahren eine herrliche Woche in La Sciolta. Das Haus und die Außenanlagen sind sauber, stilvoll und großzügig angelegt. Der Kontakt mit Christiano und Gabriella war super. Absolute Empfehlung!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sal G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 Generation birthday get away

Everything about the trip was fantastic!! All of Gabriella’s recommendations were perfect! A must do is the Tamburini wine tasting, a family experience. Several restaurants were all 4.6-5 stars. Florence Siena San Gimigagno were all awesome Can’t wait to come back soon
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cordula v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Tuscan villa for families and friends

What a wonderful house for families and friends to explore Tuscany (with eg Florence, San Gimignano and Volterra at easy driving distance) and to enjoy la dolce vita together! La Sciolta offers a lot of space in authentic Tuscan style with long tables and a kitchen (indoors and outdoors; there is even a real pizza oven) that invites you to enjoy long dinners together. The swimming pool overlooks the hills and olive trees and there is a lovely garden with a campfire place. All that combined with the warm welcome and kindness of our host, Gabriella, makes sure that we will come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Birthday Celebration in Tuscany!

I searched for a magical storybook property to take me and my family a step back into time and get lost in the lushness of the Tuscan landscape! This property was so much more than what the pictures on line showed! Bonus of a third pool on the property . Fantastic !! The family has a boutique farm that makes fantastic olive oil and delicious wine with the grapes and olives growing on the property. The location was in the heart of the region making it a short ride to many must see towns, Florence, sienna, chianti touring. We also walked one night to a local restaurant It was absolutely a beautiful experience in combination with having the most gracious and warm hosts on the property which we all loved that they were close by, Gabriella, Christiano and their son Allesandro who were there to answer our every question along with having arranged a complete week of activities including a pasta lesson on site! Gabriella brought us fresh bread and croissants to start our day —-We were sad to leave and will absolutely come back and stay again on our next trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Wonderful, peaceful setting. Perfect large family location

We and our extended family stayed at La Sciolta for two weeks. The setting is incredibly peaceful and we relaxed from the moment we arrived. The house is fabulously traditional and well equipped, and provided more than enough space for us to be together and yet have privacy when required. Gabriella and Christiano are excellent hosts and provided us with assistance and guidance throughout our stay. I have no doubt that if our families ever gather in the same numbers again in Tuscany, we would not hesitate to return to this beautiful house.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

A perfect place for a large group holiday

Eleven of us had a wonderful stay in this beautiful old house of character. The owners were exceptionally helpful giving advice on nearby places to visit and getting the bread every morning. The house is very well set up for large groups with plenty of space, all very clean and excellent facilities for relaxation. Lots of interesting paces within 30 minutes drive from the house and easy to reach Florence by train too.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

wunderbare Woche !!

wir haben eine wunderbare Woche hier verbringen und in dieser Zeit haben wir nicht nur den Wein, das Essen uns die tolle Landschaft lieb gewonnen, sondern auch die wünderschöne Villa und die Leute, die dafür gesorgt haben das es uns an nichts fehlt. Vielen Dank für den tollen Urlaub ;)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

a wonderful holiday

the villa and surrounding area is just beautiful. we visited many of the villages, we particulary liked Florence + San Gimignano. We also visited the local farm for wine tasting and the restaurants which were very reasonable and enjoyable. we will definitely come back again. all our love

8/10 Good

Jette F.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025