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Holiday home in the Florentine Chianti half an hour from Florence

Villa in Montespertoli with private pool and kitchen

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Property grounds
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Montespertoli, Toscana
  • Place, Castello Sonnino
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Il Fiaschetto
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Montegufoni Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Holiday home in the Florentine Chianti half an hour from Florence

The Locanda del Podestà is an old house built around the seventeenth century. In the past, the residence of the podestà has been completely restored keeping the original characters but providing it with all today's comforts. It is located in the historic center of the village of Montespertoli just 5 minutes walk from the nearest supermarket. The village is located half an hour from Florence on Via Volterrana, one of the oldest roads in Tuscany, which starting from Florence and crossing the hills of the Val di Pesa and Valdelsa touches Volterra and continues to the coast near Cecina. The country is located in a central position with respect to the major art cities of Tuscany, it is in fact 40 minutes from San Gimignano, Monteriggioni and Pistoia, 1 hour from Siena, Volterra, Livorno, Pisa and Lucca.

La Locanda del Podestà is an old residence built around the seventeenth century. In the past the podestà's residence was completely restored maintaining its original features but providing it with all the comforts of today. It is located in the historic center of the town of Montespertoli just 5 minutes walk from the nearest supermarket. The town is half an hour from Florence on the Via Volterrana, one of the oldest roads in Tuscany, which starts in Florence and crosses the hills of Val di Pesa and Valdelsa and touches Volterra and continues to the coast near Cecina. The town is located in a central position with respect to the major art cities of Tuscany, it is located 40 minutes from San Gimignano, Monteriggioni and Pistoia, 1 hour from Siena, Volterra, Livorno, Pisa and Lucca.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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 IT048030C2YJK4993G

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

About the area

Montespertoli

Located in Montespertoli, this villa is in the city centre. Uffizi Gallery and Pitti Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Ponte Vecchio and Palazzo Vecchio. Museo Di Oggettistica Ferroviaria "Galileo Nesti" and Hidron are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, cycling and hunting nearby.
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Montespertoli, Toscana

What's nearby

  • Castello Sonnino - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Il Fiaschetto - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Piazza del Popolo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Montegufoni Castle - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Antinori nel Chianti Classico - 19 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Granaiolo Station - 19 min drive
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante Perbacco Di Cinelli Laura - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Agriturismo Borgo Divino - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bar Jack's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Ristorante Ribalta - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪C'era Una Volta - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday home in the Florentine Chianti half an hour from Florence have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday home in the Florentine Chianti half an hour from Florence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday home in the Florentine Chianti half an hour from Florence?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holiday home in the Florentine Chianti half an hour from Florence?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Holiday home in the Florentine Chianti half an hour from Florence located?

Located in the heart of Montespertoli, this villa is steps from Castello Sonnino and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Castle of Poppiano. Montegufoni Castle and Archaeological and Ceramics Museum of Montelupo are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelli P.

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

Amazing views of Tuscany countryside

This house is incredible, leaving no stone ( literally) unturned to find a balance between preserving the medieval charm of the house but providing modern comforts. Even the water pressure is great! Beds are all comfortable. The views from the decks are breathtaking ! We loved exploring Tuscany with this amazing house as our base .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Vacation

Wonderful place to stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The villa and Montespertoli are so charming! The home is so lovely! The view from top level is unbelievable! The court yard a wonderful spot for a meal. Only tip is if traveling by bus on Sunday times are very limited! We ended up taking a train from Florence to Empoli to get a decent time into town. Though bus ticket purchases are very limited. Maybe purchase in Florence. Or spurge on a taxi! But, during week we went to Florence twice and had plenty of options to get to and from. You can buy tickets in Tabbachi! So many great restaurants and vineyard a short walk and delicious wine! Market was amazing! So much to love! So peaceful!!!
One angle of view.
Heading towards door.
Charming clock and wind gauge. Next to butcher, church, gelato, cafe!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David V.

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

Wonderful villa

We all loved our stay. The villa is great, the town is beautiful and Bruno responded to any concerns almost immediately
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD D.

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

Two weeks in paradise

It was in a great location. It had a magnificent view of the countryside from the upper deck. Walkable to several restaurants. It was a great place to congregate and to relax.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine L.

Spacious, beautiful home. Amazing views! Great location.

We had a wonderful stay! Our hosts were attentive and communicated with us throughout our travels. This was a clean, spacious home with wonderful amenities. The decor is an amazing blend of rustic and modern. We loved the location! Perfect centralized point for touring Tuscany. The town is friendly, easily walkable for great dining, groceries and ambiance. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

Epic Tuscan Palace

Beautiful old world feel with all of the latest amenities. This house is amazing and made our trip to Tuscany an unforgettable experience. We enjoyed the local wineries and restaurants. Bruno had great recommendations & was very helpful with guidance for our time at in Montespertoli.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

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

Absolutely stunning location!

This property was the perfect melding of original architecture with modern aesthetic and comfort. The property was clean, well equipped and beautifully furnished. The surrounding community has everything you would every want, in a down to earth and welcoming way. Everything from pastry shops, excellent restaurants, winery tours and more are all walkable from this fantastic location. The property owner was very accommodating and friendly; he went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and enjoyed our stay. We very much enjoyed our experience and would return again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janine R., Boise

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

Cute villa!

The villa was a fantastic place to stay with a large group. We had 11 guests and enjoyed the outdoor dining area and living room to gather. The kitchen was good size and easily accommodate enough food. The small local village was welcoming. We took the bus to Florence - a short few minutes walk from the villa. We also visited the winery just down the street and enjoyed a tour and wine tasting. Bruno was very responsive to emails during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Home Away From Home

Remarkable combination of the old and the new. The villa had all the modern conveniences set in a centuries-old structure. There were five of us staying for a week. A family group of three generations. Two grandparents, two parents, and our 16-year old granddaughter. There was plenty of room and bathrooms for all. We had comfy beds and crisp linens. Closet space is at a premium, but we managed. The villa is located in a delightful small town and we felt like locals. We shopped at the supermarket that had mouth-watering offerings of everything! We also enjoyed delicious meals in restaurants we could walk to. And, of course, there was gelato! We had a car and used the villa as a home base to explore Florence, Pisa, Volterra, and some wineries. It was so comforting to know we were coming "home" at the end of our journeys. We enjoyed a memorable week in this extraordinary venue. Grazie to our host, Bruno.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Marvelous Montespertoli

Just about everything during our stay was ideal. The town was not only charming, taking you back in time where nothing was rushed and where you walked everywhere, and it also has everything to make your stay memorable. Each morning started with our walk to the bakery for bread and pastries, a stop at the pizza place/deli for breakfast meats and a stop for for a morning coffee. A weekly flea market provides the freshest veggies, cheeses and meats along with clothes, linens, and hand crafted items. You can just soak in the culture, Eat at any of the four fantastic restaurants we found for local cuisine AND the best pizza ever! For a Jersey girl that’s saying something. Our host Bruno was charming yet only appeared once during our stay and that was to turn on the heat which, unfortunately never materialized. That was one of two drawbacks: the house was chilly and damp, i. e. getting into bed to cold, damp linens. After 15 days this was not pleasant, hence the fact that local laws prohibited Bruno from providing us with heart. The only other drawback was that the property was listed as housing 12 people which was what our group consisted of. Thank heavens two people were unable to come so there were ten of us. It’s an ideal property for 8. From Montespertoli we were able to make side trips to Pisa, Impruneta, Livorno, Sienna, Florence, Cinque Terre and Venice, unhurriedly and with plenty of time to absorb local culture. Would go back at the drop of a hat. Pat Austin, North Carolina, USA
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect location for our girls trip in Tuscany. Beautiful country views in a quiet setting. Very convient location to make day trips thru Tuscany but would definitely recommend you rent a car to do this. A parking spot wss provided so did not have to worry about finding and paying for a place to keep the rental car. The house was clean with lots of space and so nice to have so many bathrooms all with good water pressure. The kitchen had plenty of dishware and utensils and made life easy by having a dishwasher. Also, very helpful to have a wash machine and multiple drying racks. We were very happy to have a cafe and gelaterias within walking distance as well as a grocery store. The host was very responsive and easy to work with. One possible concern is if you had to be available for work, the WiFi was spotty especially at night. Overall, would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Schmid T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderbare Aussicht von der Dachterrasse, unkomplizierte und schnelle Kommunikation mit Bruno, sehr sauber, Parkplatz vorhanden, sehr zentral gelegen in schönem Ort. Wir empfehlen das Haus weiter!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property in a Tuscan hill-top village. The house is just incredible. Lovely and cool, due to all the ancient stone, but with everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. Fantastic showers - really powerful - and a much-needed plunge pool for when we needed relief from the heat. The location of the house is perfect. Supermarket and bars/restaurants/wine-tasting all within walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

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

live like the villagers of Montesperatoli

Our family of eight truly enjoyed our stay in this unique 400 year old casa, with modern amenities in the bathrooms and kitchen. It is a very cool juxtaposition with old stone hearth ,stone sink beamed arched ceilings, ancient stone walls. the awesome rooftop deck was an wonderful setting for a tuscan meal with beautiful views of the countryside. What a unique experience to live like the villagers, going to the supermarket, the small coffee,& restaurants and witness all of the townspeople from babies, school age kids & parents to old residents hanging out in the town piazza thru the day and evenings. A varied experience after spending 3 days in the hear of Rome. Highly recommend doing a bike tour with Massimo & team (a 10 minute walk from the casa) "Toscana by bike" for the day, as well. visitors should be aware the 5 bedrooms are small with no real closets, but they provide good privacy & quiet. And most of the showers are on the small side but there are 4 of them. The washer was a plus, and drying in the open air on the terrace, just like the villagers. Highly recommend for travelers who don't mind the rusticity, but are interested in experiencing the charm of a small village. We were a blended family of (2) parents with 3 sons and a daughter and 2 girlfriends, ages 20-30. Everyone enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff and Debbie H.

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

Great location and space

Montespertoli did not disappoint. This home is very well located to enjoy a small town and have easy access to other small towns, as well as Florence and Lucca-two of our favorites. Wine tasting, gelato, bakery, groceries, post office all within a short walk. The listing was accurate and our family of six had plenty of room to be together or find a quiet space. We especially enjoyed the rooftop patio. Bruno was responsive to questions and recommendations and the check in/check out process was smooth. Thank you for a lovely visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

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

What a beautiful house in Montespertoli!

My wife and I spent nine nights is this spacious and well-equipped home in the quiet village of Montespertoli in the Chianti region of Tuscany. Bruno was a wonderful host, always quick to respond to our questions. He left the home equipped well for our first night or two and directed us to the Co-Op grocery store only a 3-4 minute walk from the front door. Our rental car was securely parked in his garage every night, so no need to park on the street or worry about not finding a place close to the house. With the stone walls, Wi-Fi signals can be lost from time to time, but just pop in to the laundry room to quickly reconnect. Bruno even let us purchase his brand-new stainless steel Bialetti stove-top espresso maker which had become a little tarnished from the gas stove-top. We would highly recommend this home for your group of 10-12 people, but it was quite nice for just the two of us as well.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pia S.

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

Perfect small town stay near Florence

This house was perfect for our group of 9 girlfriends. Every room had a bathroom to share which was so convenient. It’s location was also perfect to explore Tuscany and all the hysterical gems. Montespertoli is a beautiful town to visit and Bruno was an excellent host!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John D.

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

Bruno’s Place

Fantastic, even better than the pics! Highly recommended and Bruno is awesome
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

James L.

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Florence

Comfortable stay in a typical tuscan village. Beautiful rustic building for those looking for something different.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andreas K.

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

Urlaub wie erhofft und erwartet

Die Ankunft von unserem Gastgeber Bruno war sehr gut organisiert und der Zugang zur Unterkunft problemlos möglich. Die Unterkunft ist top sauber gewesen und liebevoll hergerichtet/eingerichtet. Wir haben uns schnell wohl gefühlt und mit allem zurechtgefunden. Unser Gastgeber war immer erreichbar und wenn mal etwas war, kümmerte er sich sofort darum. Die Lage von Montespertoli war für uns optimal, da alle Sehenswürdigkeiten der Toskana gleichermaßen erreichbar waren. Einkaufs- und Essensmöglichkeiten gab es aussreichend vor Ort und die Einwohner waren freundlich und offen. Die Unterkunft ist absolut weiter zu empfehlen. Vielen Dank Bruno....
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christian M.

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

Sehr schönes Haus und ein sehr netter Gastgeber

Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit. Vielen Dank an Bruno👌
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy s.

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

Great place if looking for a stay away from tourist area

The house was nice. The town itself has a couple small bars and restaurants that we checked out. It was easily walkable to the town and close enough to get into the Florence area. We did wish there was more soap and shampoo on the bathrooms and if the beds could have been made. Otherwise beautifysetting and a gracious owner who always responded quickly to any question we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen H.

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

Wonderful

Villa is spacious, courtyards intimate, lots of things to discover in the walls, remnants of original decorating, pottery, little nooks. Views are spectacular and located near city center. We enjoyed going for cafe every morning. Several spots to choose from. We were there for a month and it was easy to get to train station to travel to Rome and Venice. Lots of quaint towns to drive to also. The host Bruno was very easy to contact and replied quickly.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lita G.

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

A Charming Apartment

Our family of nine was entranced by the old-world authenticity of this apartment, yet with the modern amenities we all want. The town was small and easily walkable to good restaurants, with a good coffee shop practically next door. Bruno was an attentive host, and his communication with you prior to checking in was thorough. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

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