Villa Cacciatore  

Description from the manager

Enjoy your self catering accommodation in Tuscany at this villa near San Gimignano. In an isolated, remote location within driving distance of Siena, Florence, and Pisa, your family can enjoy privacy with the opportunity for action when desired. With plenty of room for 18 people, this Tuscany vacation rental is the perfect location for a family vacation. Everyone will have something to do, whether swimming in the pool, taking a trip into nearby Gambassi Terme to stock up on supplies, or gathering by the living room fire to relate stories about the day's adventures, all while staying at one of our Tuscany villas.

[150 hectares] This vill...a dates back to 1800, when it was a simple farming estate. A Swiss family purchased the property and built several unique hunting lodges that still accompany the villa today. 20 years later, the Finzi-Contini family of Florence purchased the property. They lived there until 1954, when the current owners took it over. The property features a sublime combination of Tuscan stone, cotto bricks, and rolling English lawns. Thanks to its location 500 meters above sea level, in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, soft breezes provide a welcome respite from the summer sun. The hunting lodges have been converted into residences—there are two large independent hunting lodges and a small woodsman's cottage. There are two additional houses which are adjacent to the owner's private farmhouse. Each of the five structures has its own history and distinct identity. They offer fabulous views, mature oak woods, and access to a vast nature reserve. This villa shares a swimming pool.

[300 m2]

Ground floor: There are three entrances to the villa. One entrance leads through the loggia, between two ivy-covered columns, and through a glass door into the main living area. Another entrance is via the terrace, where a glass door leads directly into the kitchen. The third entrance is through the garden, where an original terracotta staircase leads directly to the upstairs bedrooms. Entering from the loggia, there is a living area with a fireplace and terracotta floors. The ground floor also has a room furnished with a TV and antique sofas. The adjacent sitting area has a large sofa and windows overlooking the garden. There is a dining room with marble floors and a large wooden table that seats 18 people. A wooden door leads into the fully equipped kitchen. There is also a WC with a washing machine. A hallway with a staircase leads to the first floor.

First floor: A long hallway connects all five bedrooms of the first floor: Giglio, Ginestra, Rosa, Geranio, and Margherita. Giglio has a double bed, antique furniture, and an en suite bathroom [with shower]. Ginestra has a double bed and a private terrace. Rosa has a double bed and access to the same private terrace. Ginestra and Rosa share an en suite bathroom [with shower], which is situated in a connecting antechamber. Geranio and Margherita each have two twin beds. They share an en suite bathroom [with tub], which is also situated in a connecting antechamber. The first floor has wood flooring. At the end of the hallway, a staircase leads to the second floor.

Second floor: There are four bedrooms: Girasole, Ciclamino, Iris, and Papavero. Girasole has a double bed, antique furniture, and an en suite bathroom [with shower]. Ciclamino has two twin beds and an en suite bathroom [with shower]. Iris has a double bed, while Papavero has two twin beds and is most suitable for children. Iris and Papavero share an en suite bathroom [with shower], which is situated in a connecting antechamber. The second floor has terracotta flooring.

The villa is located five kilometers from Gambassi Terme, a small town about an hour southwest of Florence. In Gambassi Terme, one can find restaurants and shops with basic supplies. Pisa, Siena, and the fashionable Tyrrenian coast are only an hour away by car.

Pisa: 59.8 km

Florence: 55.6 km

Siena: 52.8 km

San Gimignano: 18.2 km

Gambassi Terme: 5 km

Available Amenities: Shared swimming pool [8m x 15m, open May 31st – September 30th], dishwasher, two fridge/freezers, electric oven, gas stove, cooking supplies, barbecue, linens, telephone, washing machine, satellite TV, VCR, heating in each room, parking

Extra Services: Upon request: maid service [€10/hour], cook service [€20/person]

Nearby Attractions: True culture and history seekers can expand their knowledge of Tuscany with trips to the nearby towns of Certaldo [9.2 km], Castelfiorentino [9.7 km], and Volterra [29.6 km].

Please Note:

* A car is recommended.

Minimum Stay: 7

Check-In: 4:00pm - 7:00pm

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What Past Guests Are Saying

Overall Rating

• Donna
  

  Donna's review of Villa Cacciatore

  Left on 07/14/2012 for a stay in June 2012
  
  

  Excellent.
  
  The amount of space available.
  
  Wonderful countryside.

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• Dawn
  

  Dawn's review of Villa Cacciatore

  Left on 08/20/2011 for a stay in August 2011
  
  

  There were 18 of us there for a family get together. It was perfect! Lots of room for kids and adults. The pools were great, as were the bedrooms! It was a very relaxing week.
  
  We really liked the patio area with the pool. The bedrooms also were excellent with lots of choice for all. Having laundry facilities on site is wonderful! Gabriella is also a wonderful resource, there if you need her, but not intrusive.
  
  They need to have 2 refrigerators to accommodate large groups. Also, we had to remove our own garbage from the property. It would have been nice if it could be picked up. Lastly, the oven wasn't heating up fully, so it made cooking challenging.
  
  We loved visiting the smaller and less touristy hill towns. Gabriella provided us with several excellent suggestions.

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• Sandy
  

  Sandy's review of Villa Cacciatore

  Left on 07/31/2008 for a stay in July 2008
  
  

  Everyone greatly enjoyed our time at the villa. The space was lovely and the amount of outside space was tremendous. Lots of areas for people to get 'lost' in and not feel as if they were on top of each other.
  
  The beds were very comfortable, the bathrooms very clean and had great water pressure. The kitchen, with the outdoor prep area right out the door, was great. It was stocked with everything one needed to cook. We had some very creative cooks with us and they found everything they needed! Also, earlier reviews mentioned the need for fans on the 2nd floor of the bedroom space. They are now there!
  
  There is a smaller property literally right next door. We were fortunate because it wasn't rented during our week.
  
  It is very conveniently located. Lots of small villages nearby, grocery stores are readily available. The train station at Castelfiorentina was very convenient for trips into Florence.

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• Barbara
  

  Barbara's review of Villa Cacciatore

  Left on 10/31/2006 for a stay in October 2006
  
  

  It really was perfect. We all 16 really enjoyed the property and our hosts. We got to watch the olive harvest!!! We were in love with San Gimignano and all of the villages nearby. The trip to Florence by train was great and no problem - just perfect.
  
  The location was perfect; close to just enough to fill our days. Our host and hostess wee just fantastic; they brought us train schedules, restaurant guides and offered to do more!!
  
  Can't think of anything...
  
  It was quiet and peaceful, but close to great restaurants and scenic drives, and beautiful little towns and villages.

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• Karen
  

  Karen's review of Villa Cacciatore

  Left on 08/31/2006 for a stay in August 2006
  
  

  Overall, the villa was lovely. It has charm, was clean and very spacious. There were 16 people and there was plenty of room for everyone to feel they had enough space. I would definitely recommend the villa for a large group that is looking for an affordable place in Tuscany.
  
  The house is in a beautiful location and in close proximity to many interesting sites,drives, and towns. The owner was very responsive.
  
  The owners should supply instruction sheets for the appliances. We had 2 engineers and it took a while to figure out how to work the washing machine. One of the stove burners wasn't working. It would have been good to have a microwave. As there are no screens, we had wasps in two of the rooms the last few days of our stay. We had some brave souls track them down.

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• Nancy
  

  Nancy's review of Villa Cacciatore

  Left on 07/31/2006 for a stay in July 2006
  
  

  We rented 2 villas, side by side. We loved the setting, with the lavender in bloom and the peace and quiet. Although it was unseasonably warm in the mid 90s some days, the lower floors of the house remained comfortable. There was plenty of room for all of us. The kitchen was well equipped--important to us because we did a lot of cooking. We discovered rosemary, thyme, fennel, and bay growing all over the place, so we were able to cook with fresh herbs.
  
  The top floor of the villa was quite hot. Luckily we were able to avoid using bedrooms on that floor most of the time. Having electric fans would have helped with the heat we could find only one, however.
  
  This villa is superbly sited for Tuscan sightseeing. We explored well known and little known destinations easily. Pisa and Florence were an hour's drive away. Siena was 45 minutes away. San Gimignano was a 20-minute drive away. And Volterra was also nearby. The wineries were fun to explore there were many nearby, including one in Gambassi Terme.

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• Håvard
  

  Håvard's review of Villa Cacciatore

  Left on 07/31/2005 for a stay in July 2005
  
  

  Lots of space for our large group. The property was very well kept.
  
  No complaints really.
  
  Centrally located in Tuscany - We visited Florence, Siena, Volterra and San Gimignano.

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• Michael
  

  Michael's review of Villa Cacciatore

  Left on 04/30/2005 for a stay in April 2005
  
  

  We would highly recommend this villa to anyone seeking an enjoyable Tuscan retreat, or base of operations for exploring the Tuscan region. In addition, we would seriously encourage large families and or groups of close friends to consider this property as it is wonderfully warm and accommodating. The cozy family room and living room, and the expansive dining room that seats 20 were awesome. We consider it our good fortune to have located this villa, and our privilege to have occupied this wonderful Tuscan property.
  
  The villa was well maintained and the surroundings were appealing. Although we had a large group, there were no complaints concerning the accommodations. We also enjoyed meeting and speaking with the villa's owners, who were gracious and helpful in every way.
  
  Quite honestly, there was very little not to like about this property. We had some issues concerning hot water for showers. However, with such a large group having to get ready at the same time, it is difficult to label this issue as more than a minor inconvenience.
  
  The area where the villa is located is wonderfully picturesque. The location was conducive to day trips to many of Tuscany's major cities. The people in the area are friendly and helpful, and the food is incredible.

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• Robert
  

  Robert's review of Villa Cacciatore

  Left on 07/31/2004 for a stay in July 2004
  
  

  The villa was large enough to accommodate our family of 17 people. The setting was rural and pleasant. The location made it easy to get to San Gimignano, Volterra, and Siena. More than enough seating for meals inside and out. Lots of dishes, tableware, etc.
  
  The other two villas are close by. Therefore, your peace and quiet depends upon the behavior of the neighbors. We were lucky during our stay, but with inconsiderate neighbors it could affect your privacy. The above-ground pool was not popular with our group. There could be a view, if the surrounding bushes and trees were thinned. There are many stairs to the second and third floors.
  
  Typical Tuscan countryside. Great views from the roads.

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