Title: Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio Holiday home in Monteroni d'Arbia with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio ![Sauna - Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio (Monteroni d'Arbia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33649600/33649561/69be41c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio (Monteroni d'Arbia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33649600/33649561/8cad7634.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio (Monteroni d'Arbia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33649600/33649561/f68af687.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio (Monteroni d'Arbia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33649600/33649561/0b8fcfc6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub - Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio (Monteroni d'Arbia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33649600/33649561/7aeff27c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or hot tub, and indulge in a massage. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61023 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi ## 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. ### Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio Independent house on the Crete Senesi 95 sqm apartment consisting of 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with shower, large living room with fully equipped kitchen including dishwasher and washing machine, double sofa bed The house is equipped with satellite TV, Wi-Fi and private covered parking Connected to the private Pergola apartment of 60 square meters equipped for dining and relaxing The house has a 7x12 swimming pool not in exclusive use, a wellness corner with hot tub and sauna available by bookings. Among our additional services there is the rental of e-bikes, charge for electric cars, delivery of fresh bread and croissants, the possibility of shiatsu massages and of the chef at home for cooking classes. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Massage - Outdoor pool - Private pool - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Limo/town car service - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 5 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - Handrails in stairways - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Ecotours nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking 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 - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Electric car charging station - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,023 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Sauna](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33647800/33647742/2f81f3ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Colline Senesi San Giovanni in Poggio Country House - appart. 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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 This property accepts cash 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 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 IT052017B4SBG37BVK ### 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 ## About the area Located in Monteroni d'Arbia, this holiday home is in a rural area. San Spirito and Porta Romana are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Siena Circuit and Frateria di Padre Eligio. Fisiocritici Onlus Academy Natural History Museum and Leonetto Comparini Anatomy Museum are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with mountain biking, cycling and horse riding nearby. 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Palazzo Tantucci, Palazzo Spannocchi and the statue of Sallustio Bandini decorate Piazza Salimbeni.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532500700/f544085b-2b64-4713-b533-d035930f0cee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena 37 min drive \- 12.8 miles - University of Siena 37 min drive \- 11.2 miles - Santa Maria alle Scotte Polyclinic 41 min drive \- 14.1 miles ### Getting around - Monteroni D'Arbia Station 9 min drive ### Restaurants - A cafĂ© 24 min drive - Bar Al Tocco 21 min drive - Bar Due Ponti 24 min drive - Ristorante Pizzeria La Capannina 17 min drive - Caffè Corsini 13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio have a pool? ### Is Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio? ### What time is check-in at Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio? ### What time is check-out at Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio? ### Where is Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Country house - San Giovanni in Poggio - Independent villa Meriggio Reviews ## Reviews ### 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Russ G. 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Property was amazing, everything is just as it was listed. Sara went above and beyond to make sure our stay was enjoyable. She had brochures for neighbouring towns of things to do as well as a list of recommended restaurants to try. Her suggestion for the picnic was most memorable. 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