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Private 17th Century Country Villa Podere Croci

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Outdoor dining
Pool
Interior
Dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16330 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Chianni, Tuscany
  • Azienda Agricola Castelvecchio
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Casciana Thermal Baths
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Teatro del Silenzio
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Capella

1 King Bed

Eremit

1 Queen Bed

Girasole

1 Queen Bed

Lavanda

1 Queen Bed

Limonetta

1 Double Bed

Luna

2 Single Beds

Rossa

2 Single Beds

Sala

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Private 17th Century Country Villa Podere Croci

Villa of 1600 has been transformed from a former monastery to a modern holiday house on 3 floors with a total area of 1000 square meters nestled in the picturesque Volterra hills and surrounded by five hectares of pure nature.

Ideal location to enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside with a large group of relatives and/or friends just a few kilometers from the most interesting sites of Tuscany, as well as the beach.

The villa welcomes 16+ guests with 3 kitchens, 4 terraces, a traditional pizza oven, a swimming pool with sun loungers and a table tennis table.

The villa (Podere) lies in the suggestive hilly area between Pisa and Volterra, only 1 km from a little village with restaurants, cafes and grocery shops. From the house one can admire a vast and wonderful panorama of fields and rolling hills. The view stretches out past Volterra (30 km) and almost into the Chianti area.

The origin dates back to the 17th century: at that time it was inhabited by monks and used for religious purposes; it later served as a farm. Following very careful restoration in full respect of the original structures and the interesting addition of comfortable elements of modern architecture. Furnished and well-equipped.

Guests can use the whole garden around the villa. The house is surrounded by five hectares of wild nature, for your private use with fields, olive groves and woods that invite for leisurely walks in beautiful surroundings.

The Pool is in the garden and not heated, so it will only be open from May 15 to September 15, if the temperatures allow it.

On request we help organizing traditional Tuscan cuisine dinners, cooking classes, wine tastings, horseback riding and many other services.

Our gardeners also produce Extra Virgin Olive Oil with the olive trees that are on the property. It is natural oil without any chemical contamination, for interested guests we sell it for the desired amount.

Property manager

Susanna

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 9:30 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

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 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
Property Registration Number IT050012C23PTKWSN4

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

About the area

Chianni

Located in Chianni, this villa is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Luce Lake and Arno River, while Teatro del Silenzio and Villa Baciocchi are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Peccioli Prehistoric Park and Pasta Martelli. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
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Chianni, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Azienda Agricola Castelvecchio - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Casciana Thermal Baths - 11 min drive - 7.3 km
  • La Spinetta Casanova - 13 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Pasta Martelli - 18 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Teatro del Silenzio - 22 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • Cascina Station - 36 min drive
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante Il Merlo - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bar Chiosco La Baracchina - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Il Boschetto - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar Ribè - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪A Tutta Pizza - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private 17th Century Country Villa Podere Croci have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private 17th Century Country Villa Podere Croci pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private 17th Century Country Villa Podere Croci?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private 17th Century Country Villa Podere Croci?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Private 17th Century Country Villa Podere Croci located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Azienda Agricola Castelvecchio, Chiesa di Santa Lucia, and Parish of St. Lucia. Peccioli Prehistoric Park and Pasta Martelli are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Howard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful large Tuscan Villa
Our large family group of 14 Beautiful property, pool, view, village. All idyllic
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine W., Vienna

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect holiday
It was simply a perfect week. Podere croci is such a great place - super well maintained and extremely well equipped and of high quality. We have never seen such a well-equipped holiday apartment - truly a dream.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adriaan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream holiday
We had a dreamlike stay at the beautiful house Podere Croce. Its very large, had a large and wonderfull garden, excellent pull, professional kitchen and perfect beds. We only made a few trips, because we just liked to stay at the house so much. A highly recommendation.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Phenomenal Villa
We had the best stay at this villa, it’s better than the photos and is massive with so much room for everyone. We had 11 of us and it couldn’t have been more perfect - stunning views, comfortable beds, great kitchen that’s well stocked with everything you need, great pool, we literally couldn’t fault it. The value for money is incredible. Probably obvious but you will definitely need cars but everything you need is within 20 minutes driving.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anaïs L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magnifique!
Nous avons passé une semaine entre amis (10 adultes, 7 enfants). Je recommande vivement la maison, magnifique sur un grand terrain et la vue est époustouflante. La piscine est très agréable, en contrebas de la maison entourée de verdure. La maison a plusieurs espaces distincts (4 terrasses, 3 cuisines). Aux alentours, le petit village de Chianni est sympa et il y a de nombreux domaines viticoles. Et à moins d’1h de belles visites : Pise, Lucca, Volterra
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claude P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Belle piscine, beau terrain mais pas assez plat pour des jeunes enfants
Très bonne semaine, maison magnifique et très bien équipée A 5 minutes d'un village et 20 minutes des commerces. Idéal si on ne veut pas trop visiter, les lieux intéressants sont à presque 1 heure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Philip H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolles Haus für viele Personen.
Ein tolles Gelände mit einem großen Pool und einem Pizzaofen. Die Eigentümer haben viele gute Tipps zusammengefasst. Tolle Region für Weinproben und Olivenöl. Oberhalb des Hauses wird gutes Olivenöl verkauft. Insgesamt ein tolles Haus in einer wunderschönen Gegend.

10/10 Excellent

Christian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Einfach Perfekt!!!
Vom ersten Augenblick an bis zum Ende unseres Urlaubs verlief alles perfekt. Wenn man sich die Bilder ansieht und vielleicht Zweifel aufkommen könnten ob es denn wirklich so schön ist, werden diese beim Betreten des Hauses sofort weggefegt. Der Ausblick ist gigantisch. Das Haus perfekt ausgestattet (gerade die Küche hat alles was man braucht). Der Pool ist perfekt. Auf dem riesigen Grundstück kann man sich gerne mal aus dem Weg gehen wenn mehr Reiseteilnehmer vorhanden sind. Wir waren als Familie mit 12 Personen im Haus und haben uns einfach von Anfang an richtig wohl gefühlt. Volterra und San Gimignano sind schnell erreichbar. Auch Florenz und das Meer sind innerhalb einer Stunde erreichbar. Aber auch in der Gegend gibt es tolle Dörfer. Im nahen Chianni bekommt man alles was man braucht. Für den größeren Einkauf ist man in einer Viertelstunde bei einem großen Supermarkt. Und viele Weingüter wo man auch mal eine leckere Weinprobe machen kann sind in der Nähe. Der Kontakt mit der Vermieterin war auch hervorragend. Wir bekamen viele Tipps und auch vor Ort wurden wir wirklich sehr sehr gut betreut. Für uns war es der perfekte Urlaub und wir werden sehr gerne wieder kommen.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Lene M.

Skønt traditionelt toscansk hus med en fantastisk beliggenhed. Fungerer perfekt til en stor familie.
Vidunderlig udsigt fra tagterrassen. Dejlig pool med liggestole til alle. Skønt veludstyret køkken med adgang til dejlig overdækket terrasse. Skønt hus med gode værelser.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Henry F.

Really lovely house
The house was perfect for a group holiday: beautiful position, lovely gardens and pool, comfortable spacious bedrooms and a spectacular view. We would definitely all come back again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Birgit W.

Wonderful stay
We were 2 families (14 persons) 16-60 years renting the house for two weeks. Everybody was very impressed with the house. Perfectly renovated with respect to the old style. The house has three floors and three good kitchens, we only used the really big and best equipped kitchen at the bottom floor. 8 good bedrooms, nobody complained. Several nice patios around the place. Most stunning is the balcony on the top floor with magnificent view and room for 15 - 20 persons. Most used by us was the patio under roof outside the big kitchen. Nice garden with lots of birds. The location, outdoor places and pool area make this house a wonderful place. Two small villages within walking dictance. Downhill to the villages, uphill back home. Rivalto 5-10 min, Chianni 20-25 min. Rivalto is really small but has a nice bar/restaurant (da Mirella). Chianni has small shops and restaurants. Nice walking tours in the hills. The local manager, Daniella, was very nice and made us feel welcome. We truly can recommend this house. Notice that there are several stairs inside and outside. We hope we can come back another time!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle p.

Très belle maison, avec une magnifique vue
Nous avons passé une semaine très agréable dans cette maison avec beaucoup de charme. Idéale pour plusieurs familles (nous étions 3 couples et 8 enfants), très belle cuisine (avec un équipement rare dans une location) donnant sur une terrasse couverte (fraicheur bienvenue l été ). Magnifique vue depuis le jardin et la terrasse de deuxième étage, piscine, hamacs, coin balançoire, table de Ping pong...beaucoup de jouets laissés à la disposition des enfants. Nous avons tous été séduits. A proximité, village de Chianni avec commerces.

About the host

Hosted by Susanna

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English, French, German, Italian