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Farmhouse in the hills with panoramic view and swimming pool

Farmhouse in the hills with panoramic view and swimming pool

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Pool
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Farmhouse in the hills with panoramic view and swimming pool

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Ristonchia, Tuscany
  • Popular LocationSignorelli Theatre16 min drive
  • Popular LocationPiazza della Repubblica16 min drive
  • Popular LocationVilla Bramasole18 min drive
  • AirportFlorence (FLR-Peretola)92 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 10
2153 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    3 single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    2 single beds
Bedroom 4
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Combined bath/shower
Bathroom 2
    Combined shower/bath

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Farmhouse in the hills with panoramic view and swimming pool

Farmhouse placed on two floors surrounded by a land of 5 hectares of woodland and olive grove that are part of the property.
The farmhouse is located at 400 meters above sea level in a panoramic position and isolated but a few minutes by car from the town and the main services.
On the ground floor, kitchen with external veranda, double living room overlooking the portico with a view of the Valdichiana, double bedroom with a cradle and a bathroom. Also on the ground floor there is an outdoor room with an antique wood oven for baking bread and barbecue.
Upstairs there are three other bedrooms including one with a double bed, one bedroom with three single beds and one bedroom with two single beds, lounge with original antique fireplace and a bathroom.
The swimming pool is in exclusive use and is open from April to the end of October.
The house is ideal for 10 people.
During the winter the house can accommodate a maximum of 8 people.
In the winter period will be charged in addition to the price of the stay the costs for the ignition of the radiators if necessary (10 € a night).
The costs for hot water, electricity, Wi-Fi and final cleaning are all included in the price of the stay.

Property manager

Vincenzo Califano

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ecotours 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)

General

  • Unit size: 2153 sq ft (200 sq m)

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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

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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
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

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 required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Farmhouse Hills Panoramic View Swimming Pool House Ristonchia
Farmhouse Hills Panoramic View Swimming Pool House
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Farmhouse Hills Panoramic View Swimming Pool
Farmhouse Hills Panoramic View Swimming Pool House Ristonchia
Farmhouse Hills Panoramic View Swimming Pool House
Farmhouse Hills Panoramic View Swimming Pool Ristonchia
Farmhouse Hills Panoramic View Swimming Pool House Ristonchia
Farmhouse Hills Panoramic View Swimming Pool House
Farmhouse Hills Panoramic View Swimming Pool Ristonchia
Farmhouse Hills Panoramic View Swimming Pool
Farmhouse in the Hills With Panoramic View Swimming Pool
Farmhouse in the Hills With Panoramic View Swimming Pool

About the area

Castiglion Fiorentino

Located in Castiglion Fiorentino, this holiday home is in a rural area. Tennis Club Castiglionese and Agricola Buccelletti Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Area Naturale Protetta di Interesse Locale Bosco di Sargiano and Val di Chiana. Travelling with kids? Consider Arezzo Equestrian Centre, or check out an event or a game at Arezzo Exhibition Center. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, hiking and hunting.

What's nearby

  • Signorelli Theatre - 16 min drive
  • Piazza della Repubblica - 16 min drive
  • Cathedral of Cortona - 16 min drive
  • Belvedere - 17 min drive
  • Villa Bramasole - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Castiglion Fiorentino Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Garden Underground - 7 min drive
  • Antico Caffè La Posta - 8 min drive
  • Bar 2000 - 8 min drive
  • Cantina Baracchi - 15 min drive
  • La Locanda di Gegè - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Farmhouse in the hills with panoramic view and swimming pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Farmhouse in the hills with panoramic view and swimming pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Farmhouse in the hills with panoramic view and swimming pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Farmhouse in the hills with panoramic view and swimming pool located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Tennis Club Castiglionese, Municipal Art Gallery, and Vasari Loggia. Cassero Tower and Archaeological Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful, peaceful, private place to relax
A super holiday. The location is superb with many places of interest within a 1 hour drive. Pool was maintained well and clean. We had a great 2 weeks.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect view
We had a wonderful time staying at No5 Ristonchia; the pool is excellent, the house is spacious and comfortable and it was an excellent base for visits to Perugia, Arezzo and Siena. We would recommend it very highly.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toby W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We had a lovely time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elena S., Milano

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week with family and friends
We really enjoyed our week! Everything was as perfect, the location the pool. The kids played in the pool while we relaxed chatting and cooking. It’s the perfect location to visit the region!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet peaceful quaint farmhouse
This place was everything I imagined it would be! Peaceful quiet setting with beautiful views. Close enough to visit other places and still return in the evenings. Could t have selected a better location to spend our week in Tuscany!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
JUST BEAUTIFUL!
This place was everything that I had hoped for. Such a beautiful well kept spot! Plenty of space for all. Vincienzo was always so helpful with any questions. Raffaella, the local cook, and her son (Vincienzo's recommendation) prepared 2 dinners for us that were amazing. The near by towns were lovely. I would recommend this place to anyone and would love to go back!
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Simon Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic retreat
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Pool area is fab with plenty sun beds and chairs . The host is easily contacted and gave us a couple of good recommendations for restaurants. Property is well equipped and the netflix on the TV was a big hit for the kids.

8/10 Good

Liddy P.

Picturesque villa in the Tuscan hills
Gorgeous views in a quiet and picturesque hillside setting just outside Castiglion Fiorentino. We loved the pool, the breakfast nook and surrounding olive groves. Perfect location far enough from town for quiet relaxation but close enough to Cortona and even Montepulciano for fun day trips. Perfect size for 4 adults and 2 kids. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Ben F.

Great location, incredible views, big swimming pool
This lovely old farmhouse is surrounded by hectares of olive groves & woodland with panoramic views across rural Tuscany featuring beautiful sunrises & sunsets. It’s hidden away up an incline off the road terminating in the small village of Ristonchia, so no through traffic makes it secluded and peaceful. A standout feature of the farmhouse is its generously sized pool which is well kept by a maintenance man and a pool cleaning robot. It isn’t heated so was a bit cold on some days in September. The shallow end is perfect for children and less confident swimmers, while the very deep end is lovely for diving & floating. There’s lots of indoor & outdoor space including dining room, two lounge areas and outside eating area. Calling the farmhouse “ideal for 10 people” is perhaps a bit of a stretch. It could accommodate two families with children with its two double rooms (one with a cot), two twin rooms (with quite small beds) and two bathrooms. The beds aren’t the most comfortable (the four poster is split into two single mattresses). The kitchen and downstairs bathroom are a little dated and we missed having a kettle. The upstairs bathroom was very nice but the bath could do with a shower screen. We were met by the non-English speaking maintenance man, who came daily to tend to the pool; we were otherwise given complete privacy. The host lives away so we did not meet him in person, but he was available and responsive by WhatsApp. Being in the middle of the countryside there are plenty of creepy crawlies around. The small lizards and butterflies are fascinating to watch. We rescued a few frogs from the pool. We did find a couple of scorpions indoors but the only creatures that really bothered us were wasps who were trying to nest in one of the parasols by the pool and pestered us constantly. The host was responsive in trying to deal with the problem. The nearest town is Castiglion Fiorentino which is a walled town with narrow streets full of shops, cafes, restaurants and a museum. We particularly recommend Ristorante Da Muzzicone for truffles & steak. There are also nearby wine producers offering tours and wine tasting. Nestled in the middle of Tuscany, you’re well placed to explore the walled towns of Arezzo to the North and Cortona to the South and drive through the scenic Val di Chiana and Val d’Orcia. Siena and Florence also within fairly easy reach and Lake Trasimeno and Assisi are just across the border in Umbria. Lovely relaxing holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Graeme W.

A Truly Wonderful Holiday
We had a wonderful stay from the moment we arrived and were met by Vincenzo's mother - Maria, who welcomed us and showed us around, to the moment we reluctantly left 4 weeks later. The house is situated high in the hills, the location and views are incredible. The house itself is a true renovated Tuscan farmhouse, with some original features retained and was a delight to stay in. Many days spent relaxing by the pool, which is kept in pristine condition by Duoro, who visits daily very early in the morning so as not to disturb anyone. Duoro was also on hand to keep us supplied with local wine and to immediately sort out any minor issues. We had Raffaella, a local lady, come to the house twice to cook us traditional Tuscan food; a wonderful experience and shouldn't be missed. Many evenings we drove into the nearby town of Castiglion Foirentino, walking through the narrow streets and calling into the bars and we had a memorable meal at Da Muzzicone. Vincenzo is a great host and always responded quickly to any questions we had and suggested places for us to visit. We would definitely highly recommend this place to anyone looking to stay in Tuscany.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2018

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Location
Ristonchia
Structure Type
Private vacation home