3 bedroom farmhouse in the picturesque Tuscan hills boasting private pool, terrace and garden, sleeps 6 – Home 47030 Farmhouse
- 3 bedrooms
- 6 sleeps
- min stay varies
3 bedroom farmhouse in the picturesque Tuscan hills boasting private pool, terrace and garden, sleeps 6 – Home 47030
- Farmhouse
- 3 bedrooms
- sleeps 6
- min stay varies
Key Info
- Nearest beach 45 mi
- Swimming pool
- Child Friendly
- Car essential
- Air conditioning
- Pet Friendly
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
Podere Le Monache set on a hillside dominates one of the most picturesque and spectacular landscapes in Tuscany. With distant views over hills, out to sea towards Livorno and Pisa. Originally a convent wrapped in history Le Monache has a magical and spiritual atmosphere. Whether you are lazing by the pool or strolling in the olive grove or simply relaxing in your apartment you are in another world. Recently restored and converted from a farmhouse into four charming ground floor apartments. Perfect for small or large family vacation rental.
Great care has been taken to restore all of the original features, including vaulted ceilings, an open fireplace, and beamed ceilings. Meanwhile, all the modern conveniences have been incorporated.
Each apartment is self-contained; and each has its own entrance. Each apartment offers a terra-cotta patio and outdoor furniture.
smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide detectors.
Laundry room with washing machine for use of the guests.
Further details
All Linen is provided including swimming pool towels.
Maid service and change of linen once a week
Bookings: Minimum stay 3 nights during low and mid season, minimum 1 week during high season
Rental is Saturday to Saturday during mid season and highseason, for any other time low Season, Easter and Christmas you can arrive any day of the week.
Arrival between 04:00 pm to 07:30 pm
Departure: By 10:00 a.m.
Maid service available daily upon request extra charge.
Change of Linen available daily upon request there is a charge per person
Cook available upon request:
For 7 or more day stay there is a 5% saving on bookings.
Further details indoors
Details of : Monache 2 Sleeps 6 + 2
Fully equipped kitchen, with built in cabinets, 4 burner gas hob and electric built in oven (Franke), tall refrigerator/freezer, toaster, kettle, coffee maker, iron, ironing board. Table and chairs. (8 chairs )
Separate lounge with sofa-bed, chairs, side tables, writing table and satellite TV.
3 bedrooms with king size bed and/or 2 single beds in each, wardrobes, chest of drawers and night tables.
Separate lounge, 2 bathrooms with power showers.
Patio off the kitchen with outdoor furniture. Table , 8 chairs and parasol.
Cots and high chairs available. Air conditioning, Central heating.
Linen is provided for all beds, bath towels and swimming pool towels.
Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector
Further details outdoors
4 Self Catering units , ground floor, from 4+ to 6+ guests, independent of each other with private entrance .
Extra beds, cots and high chairs available on request.
Satellite TV
Each unit has an information folder with details of the house, the immediate area and major cultural events, where to eat and important places to see.
The property has a laundry room , drying facilities, air conditioning and central heating in each of the apartments the house dates back to the 11th C. and the walls are over a meter thick, keeping the house at a comfortable temperature. We are 300 meters above sea level and in open countryside; in the summer heat we have the sea breeze in the afternoon and evening.
The house is suitable for families as we are situated in a small hamlet with all amenities walking distance.
On request we can provide maid service on a daily basis or as required. We can organise a private chef for romantic dinners by the swimming pool or on the patio for 2, or for large groups
There is a village shop, restaurant, post box, and small Church.
Oneof the units is wheelchair accessible, please contact owner for more detailed information.
Outside
The swimming pool 6m x 15m is surrounded by a terracotta patio, with lounge chairs, tables and large parasols. The gazebo has a table and 6 chairs. There are 2 large barbecues on wheels, a wood burning oven for pizza or grilling.
The gardens are surrounded by hedges of laurel, bay leaf and oleanders; one area of the garden has rosemary hedges, shrubs of myrtle and pomegranates, fig trees, mulberry, and plums. The middle garden is formal rose garden with box hedges and terracotta pots. The car park is inside the gates of the property shaded by secular oak trees, and lime trees.
Beyond the gardens there is 4.5 hectars of olive grove and woodland . We produce some of the best Organic Extra-Virgin Olive Oil in our area. Some of our guests join us during the harvest from picking the olives to taking them to the Olive-press and bringing the oil home! (Producers of Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Certified ICEA and TOSCANO,IGP).
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Pets welcome
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds
Bedroom 3: 2 Twin beds - 2 Showers
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Air conditioning
- Private outdoor pool (unheated)
- Children's pool
- Private garden
- Grill
- Balcony or terrace
- Bicycles available
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- Satellite TV
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($431.38) €400.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.
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25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
About the owner
Liliana .
Tourist License
06260770489
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Calendar last updated:
- 14 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 17
- Based in:
- Italy
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, German, Italian
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 21 reviews
Excellent
21 reviews
- Excellent
- 20
- Very Good
- 0
- Average
- 1
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
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“A fantastic taste of Tuscany”
A superb holiday rental with stunning views over the Tuscan hills. Elisabetta looked after our every need with a well stocked pantry and fresh pastries delivered to order. Great value for money and gr… More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for your opinion of our house, it is very important for us. You too have been perfect guests. I hope to stay in touch with you and see you one day at Podere Le Monache. Elisabetta
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“Idyllic in every way”
A peaceful location and delightful house, typical of the area. We stayed in the 3 bedroomed house and found it clean , spacious with all amenities we required. The pool and garden was kept spotless by… More
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“Beautiful location in the heart of Tuscany”
I would love to give this place 5 stars, but as it is I've departed from my self-imposed rule of giving an accomodation 1 star if it doesn't have operating smoke detectors, that's how m… More
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“Casa vacanze molto bella”
Una delle migliori strutture dove siamo stati ultimamente...facilissimo da trovare nel piccolo borgo di Iano...la piena e completa disponibilità dei proprietari che fornisco un vero e proprio s… More
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“Tuscany escape in a friendly Village”
A quiet self serviced converted farmhouse in the quaint and friendly village of Iano. Enjoy delicious plain or chocolate croissants from the small market just steps away. Also a lovely restaurant acro… More
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“Beautifully kept gardens, pool and apartments in restful location”
A really lovely place to stay for visiting San Gimignano/Volterra/Siena etc but also just to relax and take days out from sightseeing! Very quiet and exceptionally well-kept gardens and grounds with t… More
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“Tuscan Dream”
We had an incredible time at Podere Monache. It exceeded all expectations in every way-- such a beautiful place!
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“The property, the house, the gracious host (Cinzia), the setting and the town (Iano) could not have been more perfect.”
The view from the porch (or anywhere on the property was stunning. The grounds, grapevine arbor, rose garden, lawns, fish pond--everything--was so well cared for. There is a sense of being isolated … More
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Response from the owner Ciao Michael, thank you very much for this such beautiful words, you are very kind. Has been a very pleasure to have you , Patricia and your 3 eighteen years old as guests!!! All the best, Cinzia
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“Didn't want to leave”
Great location - in middle of village - one grocer, two restaurants and a church. So quiet and peaceful. What I liked - pool, veranda (come balcony), sculptures, location (walk across road to restaura… More
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“Excellent villa in Tuscany”
This villa in the small Tuscan hamlet of Iano, was perfectly located for our day trips to all the towns we wanted to see. Pisa, Lucca, San Gimignano,Siena, and others are all easy driving distance. Ou… More
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Liliana (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Liliana (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Liliana (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Liliana the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Liliana (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Liliana (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Liliana (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Liliana (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Liliana (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Liliana (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Liliana (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Liliana (the owner) a message.
If Liliana (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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