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Vin Santo at Vignale
Location address: Lecchi in Chianti - Siena
2012 Prices per villa
from 842 to 2187 AUD
from 842 to 2187 AUD
4 people
2 bedrooms
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Shared Pool
Shared Pool
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Vin Santo at Vignale
Location address: Lecchi in Chianti - Siena
This light and airy apartment has been perfectly restored with an artistic architectural touch. Great care has been taken to provide every comfort and make the guest feel at home. From the flag stone courtyard you enter into the apartment through a large arched glass door. The courtyard is decorated with flowers and furnished with a table and chairs for dining.
The entrance leads directly into the dining/kitchen area where there is a beautiful large wooden dining table that seats eight. The kitchen is ultramodern with an island that can be used to prepare food or as a comfortable breakfast table for 2 to 4. It is fully equipped with microwave, dishwasher, oven, range top, refrigerator, and many extras.
From the kitchen you pass under a beautiful brick arch into a light, airy, and spacious lounge furnished with comfortable chairs and couches and equipped with stereo/CD/tape player and TV. There is a collection of CD's available in the apartment from which you may choose to listen.
From the lounge there is a wooden staircase that leads up to the first floor where there are the two bedrooms. The master bedroom is full of light with a large double bed. Off this room there is an en-suite bathroom and a dressing room. The sun enters through the windows giving this room a special sunny and comfortable feel.
Also on the first floor there is a twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom,this room can be made into a double bedroom. The windows overlook the vine covered Chianti hills. During the day the sun enters into the room creating a warm and light second bedroom.
Vin Santo is a light and airy house with good views from the bedroom windows
Pet are not allowed
No smoking inside please
Traveller reviews for
Vignale
Stephen
Harpenden,
14.06.2011
14.06.2011
"Vin Santo
What were the highlights of your stay? The views from the lovely pool and villa. The wildlife - fireflies wild boar deer porcupine and diving swallows. Visits to ... "
What were the highlights of your stay? The views from the lovely pool and villa. The wildlife - fireflies wild boar deer porcupine and diving swallows. Visits to ... "
Helmut
Graz,
09.10.2010
09.10.2010
"Vin Santo
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die Landschaft, die Kultur und auch das Essen
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Sehr gepflegt sauber großzügig und schön. Die Zufahrt ist leider ... "
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die Landschaft, die Kultur und auch das Essen
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Sehr gepflegt sauber großzügig und schön. Die Zufahrt ist leider ... "
Vin Santo at Vignale
Location address: Lecchi in Chianti - Siena
Vignale is a small hamlet that has a total of 6 private homes. It is located on top of a Chianti hill that gives it the luxury of a stunning view all around. Within a short drive there are three of the five famous Chianti towns: Castellina in Chianti, Radda in Chianti and Gaiole in Chianti.
Vignale was lovingly restored in 2002 taking special care to blend the new with the ancient creating an old hamlet that has apartments that have every modern convenience. The large pool sits on the crest of the hill overlooking the vineyards in the valley below and across the Chianti hills beyond.
In the valley below the hamlet flows the River Arbia, the historic dividing line between Florence and Siena. Nearby there are a host of wineries that are filled with gastronomic delights and a dizzying selection of wine shops.
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Pool Info
This beautiful infinity pool is perched on the edge of the hill on which the Vignale stands. It has a spectacular view of the valley below and the vine covered Chianti hills beyond.
This breathtaking spot is ideal to relax and enjoy the warm Tuscan air and sun.
Because of the open position of the pool at the hamlet, it is not possible to provide sun umbrellas around the pool ; there is some shade offered by the trees.
The pool is 5 x 12 meters and is open from May to September.
The pool is 5 x 12 meters and is open from May to September.
Nearest town
The nearest village to Vignale is San Sano, here there is a small shop and a good restaurant, a little further away there is another village, Lecchi in Chianti, with a larger shop, bar and restaurant. 15minutes away there is the town Gaiole, which has most amenities.
Traveller reviews for
Vignale
Stephen
Harpenden,
14.06.2011
14.06.2011
"Vin Santo
What were the highlights of your stay? The views from the lovely pool and villa. The wildlife - fireflies wild boar deer porcupine and diving swallows. Visits to ... "
What were the highlights of your stay? The views from the lovely pool and villa. The wildlife - fireflies wild boar deer porcupine and diving swallows. Visits to ... "
Helmut
Graz,
09.10.2010
09.10.2010
"Vin Santo
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die Landschaft, die Kultur und auch das Essen
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Sehr gepflegt sauber großzügig und schön. Die Zufahrt ist leider ... "
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die Landschaft, die Kultur und auch das Essen
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Sehr gepflegt sauber großzügig und schön. Die Zufahrt ist leider ... "
Vin Santo at Vignale
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Important booking info
- Price: per accommodation per week
- Arrival/Departure day: Saturday
- Terms and conditions: please read the booking contract
- Weekly linen and bathroom towels: included
- Central heating: by consumption
- Mandatory final clean: included
- Tourist tax: 1,50 Euro per person, per night some exemptions apply
- Baby cot: 1 available on request, no extra cost
- High chair: 1 available on request, no extra cost
Vin Santo at Vignale
Location address: Lecchi in Chianti - Siena
The guest reviews published below represent the personal opinions of To Tuscany customers who completed a questionnaire after their stay at the villa or apartment. These opinions do not necessarily represent the view of To Tuscany
Stephen
Review date: 14.06.2011
Stay: May 2011
Vin Santo
What were the highlights of your stay? The views from the lovely pool and villa. The wildlife - fireflies wild boar deer porcupine and diving swallows. Visits to Siena, Florence and San Giomignano
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? beautiful environment in remote peaceful spot down a long very rough road
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? Hit a pot hole on rough drive up to villa damaging suspension and making car undriveable
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? Very helpful cleaner and her boyfriend who waited at villa to welcome us and helped us sort out injured car. Also helpful staff available on the end of phone in Tuscany who sorted taxi to take us to pick up replacement car
Stephen Ingram
United Kingdom
May 2011
What were the highlights of your stay? The views from the lovely pool and villa. The wildlife - fireflies wild boar deer porcupine and diving swallows. Visits to Siena, Florence and San Giomignano
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? beautiful environment in remote peaceful spot down a long very rough road
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? Hit a pot hole on rough drive up to villa damaging suspension and making car undriveable
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? Very helpful cleaner and her boyfriend who waited at villa to welcome us and helped us sort out injured car. Also helpful staff available on the end of phone in Tuscany who sorted taxi to take us to pick up replacement car
Stephen Ingram
United Kingdom
May 2011
Helmut
Review date: 09.10.2010
Stay: September 2010
Vin Santo
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die Landschaft, die Kultur und auch das Essen
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Sehr gepflegt sauber großzügig und schön. Die Zufahrt ist leider fast unzumutbar, was wir allerdings schon bei Buchung wußten bzw. ahnten. Aber dass die Strasse (der Feldweg) so schlecht ist, hätten wir uns nicht gedacht.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Keine
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Im Haus Vin Santo sollte ein besserer Fußabstreifen angebracht werden. Jetzt liegt dort eine Gummimatte die es nicht verhindert, dass bei Regenwetter der ganze Schmutz an ndenSchuhen in das schöne Wohnzimmer getragen wird. Die Kosten für eine wirkungsvolle Matte sind sicherlich gering im Vergleich zum Ärgerniss eines nassen Fußbodens im Wohnzimmer.
Helmut Meisl
Austria
September 2010
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Die Landschaft, die Kultur und auch das Essen
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Sehr gepflegt sauber großzügig und schön. Die Zufahrt ist leider fast unzumutbar, was wir allerdings schon bei Buchung wußten bzw. ahnten. Aber dass die Strasse (der Feldweg) so schlecht ist, hätten wir uns nicht gedacht.
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Keine
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen? Im Haus Vin Santo sollte ein besserer Fußabstreifen angebracht werden. Jetzt liegt dort eine Gummimatte die es nicht verhindert, dass bei Regenwetter der ganze Schmutz an ndenSchuhen in das schöne Wohnzimmer getragen wird. Die Kosten für eine wirkungsvolle Matte sind sicherlich gering im Vergleich zum Ärgerniss eines nassen Fußbodens im Wohnzimmer.
Helmut Meisl
Austria
September 2010
Richard
Review date: 24.08.2010
Stay: August 2010
Vin Santo
What were the highlights of your holiday? Discovering some little hill towns and their restaurants that we'd missed last year.
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? Excellent. Just as good as last year.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? Rain on the middle Saturday. All day!
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? Another excellent stay at Vin Santo enjoyed by all the family. Have already booked again for next year. Thanks very much.
Richard Palmer
United Kingdom
August 2010
What were the highlights of your holiday? Discovering some little hill towns and their restaurants that we'd missed last year.
What was your overall impression of the accommodation? Excellent. Just as good as last year.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? Rain on the middle Saturday. All day!
Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? Another excellent stay at Vin Santo enjoyed by all the family. Have already booked again for next year. Thanks very much.
Richard Palmer
United Kingdom
August 2010
Marc
Review date: 23.09.2009
Stay: September 2009
Vin Santo
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Unterbringung und Wetter
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Sehr schöne Location, besser als auf den Bildern im Internet
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Zufahrtstrasse in sehr schlechtem Zustand
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Marc Grasmueck
Germany
September 2009
Was waren die Highlights Ihres Urlaubs? Unterbringung und Wetter
Wie war Ihr Gesamteindruck von der Unterbringung? Sehr schöne Location, besser als auf den Bildern im Internet
Gab es unangenehme Überraschungen? Zufahrtstrasse in sehr schlechtem Zustand
Haben Sie andere Anmerkungen?
Marc Grasmueck
Germany
September 2009
Richard
Review date: 03.09.2009
Stay: August 2009
Vin Santo
What were the highlights of your holiday? The panoramic views from the bedrooms (which I didn't expect from the photos on the website) and the pool area. Sitting on the covered terrace with my book sipping a bellini before dinner. The wonderful pool itself. Eating all meals outside. The weather. Ice-cream!
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? The reality was even better than the photos. It was clean and spacious and very well equipped. The beds were extremely comfortable and the bed linen high quality (no sign of the plastic mattress cover mentioned on a previous review). The kitchen had everything you needed and enough crockery and cutlery to have a load in the dishwasher and still enough to use. Both shower rooms were well equipped with good water pressure. Lovely thick, soft towels. Mozzie screens in all rooms. Lots of information about how to work the appliances and interesting places to visit. The outside areas were lovely - huge terrace with furniture and big sunshade outside the front door and another covered terrace by the barbecue. The lavender and rosemary has matured considerably since the photos on the website were taken, making the covered terrace a very private area. The front terrace, although next to another property, never felt overlooked as huge terracotta flower pots had been strategically placed to ensure everyone's privacy. Good quality garden furniture on both terraces and at the poolside. The little touches like the bottle of wine from the owners and the personal photos they had in an album showing the property being built made you feel like you were being welcomed into their home and not just to a holiday let they had to make money.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? The road up to Vignale was as bad as reported, however our Fiat Punto did make it up there easily enough in first, albeit with a few clunks on the exhaust on the way back down. We didn't venture out at night because of this, but that did save us a fortune in restaurant bills, so we didn't mind.
Do you have any other comments? Best testimonial I can give is that within a fortnight of returning we booked Vin Santo again for two weeks next August!
Richard Palmer
United Kingdom
August 2009
What were the highlights of your holiday? The panoramic views from the bedrooms (which I didn't expect from the photos on the website) and the pool area. Sitting on the covered terrace with my book sipping a bellini before dinner. The wonderful pool itself. Eating all meals outside. The weather. Ice-cream!
what was your overall impression of the accommodation? The reality was even better than the photos. It was clean and spacious and very well equipped. The beds were extremely comfortable and the bed linen high quality (no sign of the plastic mattress cover mentioned on a previous review). The kitchen had everything you needed and enough crockery and cutlery to have a load in the dishwasher and still enough to use. Both shower rooms were well equipped with good water pressure. Lovely thick, soft towels. Mozzie screens in all rooms. Lots of information about how to work the appliances and interesting places to visit. The outside areas were lovely - huge terrace with furniture and big sunshade outside the front door and another covered terrace by the barbecue. The lavender and rosemary has matured considerably since the photos on the website were taken, making the covered terrace a very private area. The front terrace, although next to another property, never felt overlooked as huge terracotta flower pots had been strategically placed to ensure everyone's privacy. Good quality garden furniture on both terraces and at the poolside. The little touches like the bottle of wine from the owners and the personal photos they had in an album showing the property being built made you feel like you were being welcomed into their home and not just to a holiday let they had to make money.
Did you have any unpleasant surprises? The road up to Vignale was as bad as reported, however our Fiat Punto did make it up there easily enough in first, albeit with a few clunks on the exhaust on the way back down. We didn't venture out at night because of this, but that did save us a fortune in restaurant bills, so we didn't mind.
Do you have any other comments? Best testimonial I can give is that within a fortnight of returning we booked Vin Santo again for two weeks next August!
Richard Palmer
United Kingdom
August 2009
Overall impression: I was very impressed - it was very clean and the equipment was first rate. The best testimony I can give is that I could happily live in the apartment we stayed in.
Highlights: The holiday was intended to be a stress free care-free break. The bonus was the excellent weather
Unpleasant surprises:The only regret was the standard of flights we had chosen, but that was purely down to our own choice. There were no unpleasant surprises otherwise
Stephen (Accommodation: La Torre Vecchia)
Highlights: The holiday was intended to be a stress free care-free break. The bonus was the excellent weather
Unpleasant surprises:The only regret was the standard of flights we had chosen, but that was purely down to our own choice. There were no unpleasant surprises otherwise
Stephen (Accommodation: La Torre Vecchia)
Overall impression: Malvasia was just lovely. We thought it was a great villa, especially with the 3 terraces. It was clean and well stocked with everything we needed. The pool was lovely and relaxing and plenty of space for all of the guests.
Highlights: We really enjoyed just relaxing and our visits to the lovely Sienna and San Gimigiano. Malvasia was the perfect villa for a very relaxing holiday.
Unpleasant surprises: No unpleasant surprises as such, however we found that there were a number of lights that were not working and replacement bulbs were not supplied.
Liza ( Accommodation: Malvasia)
Highlights: We really enjoyed just relaxing and our visits to the lovely Sienna and San Gimigiano. Malvasia was the perfect villa for a very relaxing holiday.
Unpleasant surprises: No unpleasant surprises as such, however we found that there were a number of lights that were not working and replacement bulbs were not supplied.
Liza ( Accommodation: Malvasia)
Hi Lisa,
just wanted to say how much we enjoyed our holiday in Vignale. The accommodation (Malvasia) was excellent and the view from the pool stunning. Your own help and advice before we left was also invaluable. I just thought I would mention that Malvasia has its own washing machine as well as access to the communal machine - neither of which is mentioned on the web site.[To Tuscany comment: washing machine added in Malvasia's services] As a consequence I brought far too many clothes as I thought I would have no washing facilities for the fortnight. So it might be worth updating the description of the property to reflect this.
The only difficulty we had, and I'm sure you have heard this before was the approach road. Having read to-tuscany's own description and the client comments when booking our hire car we had requested a diesel car with a large engine. Despite this, on our arrival, we were unable to get the car up the last 600 metres without removing our cases and dragging them up manually - not fun in 30 degrees of heat. I think your web site should recommend that guests hire a 4 wheel drive car.[To Tuscany comment:The road is being done in closed season]
Other than that the trip was perfect - we managed to see a lot of the surrounding towns - Florence, Sienna and even managed 2 days in Rome.
I have already started trawling your web site for next year but would like a property with air conditioning, which seems to be hard to find.
Once again thanks for all your help and advice
regards
Rita (Accommodation: Malvasia)
just wanted to say how much we enjoyed our holiday in Vignale. The accommodation (Malvasia) was excellent and the view from the pool stunning. Your own help and advice before we left was also invaluable. I just thought I would mention that Malvasia has its own washing machine as well as access to the communal machine - neither of which is mentioned on the web site.[To Tuscany comment: washing machine added in Malvasia's services] As a consequence I brought far too many clothes as I thought I would have no washing facilities for the fortnight. So it might be worth updating the description of the property to reflect this.
The only difficulty we had, and I'm sure you have heard this before was the approach road. Having read to-tuscany's own description and the client comments when booking our hire car we had requested a diesel car with a large engine. Despite this, on our arrival, we were unable to get the car up the last 600 metres without removing our cases and dragging them up manually - not fun in 30 degrees of heat. I think your web site should recommend that guests hire a 4 wheel drive car.[To Tuscany comment:The road is being done in closed season]
Other than that the trip was perfect - we managed to see a lot of the surrounding towns - Florence, Sienna and even managed 2 days in Rome.
I have already started trawling your web site for next year but would like a property with air conditioning, which seems to be hard to find.
Once again thanks for all your help and advice
regards
Rita (Accommodation: Malvasia)
Overall impression: Fantastic
Highlights: The view from Vignale and getting married!!
Unpleasant surprises: No
Zoe (Accommodation:La Torre vecchia)
Highlights: The view from Vignale and getting married!!
Unpleasant surprises: No
Zoe (Accommodation:La Torre vecchia)
Overall impression: Very good with high quality accommodation and site Generally very very good facilities BUT just a bit irritating was the fact that our accommodation lacked some key items e.g. a dustpan (we bought one!) At the pool area there were not enough sunbeds or sun shades (we bought one and left it there!) and no sun bed cushions or chair cushions (we ended up using sofa cushions which isn't good for the owners!) Plus absolutely no basics! (normally there are a few bits and pieces around or left from previous occupants e.g. foil, matches, clingfilm, the odd bit of cleaning fluids etc which you then replace as you go along - this meant that although we had been to the supermarket on the way and did a BIG shop we were missing some key essentials to start our holiday. We did notice that in the turnaround the cleaners stripped the villas of all those spare bits!
There was just a bit of a lack of niceties - it would have been nice to have a courtesy bottle or two of water (and wine!) It all just felt a little flat on arrival.
Also please, please, please provide pool towels - with our flight operators limiting luggage to 15kg per person we ended up leaving towels behind at the villa to avoid xs baggage charges. Our expectation with a high quality villa is that pool towels should be provided. (otherwise the linen provision was excellent -although more T towels pls!!!)
Highlights: Weather, pool and other children to play with
Unpleasant surprises: The hill and access!!! Our hire car couldn't make it - it was clear on the journey guide but I do think it should be clearer on the details that the access is not for the faint hearted - plus recommend diesel hire cars! (most other holiday makers felt the same way during our stay)
Mary (Accommodation: Sangiovese)
There was just a bit of a lack of niceties - it would have been nice to have a courtesy bottle or two of water (and wine!) It all just felt a little flat on arrival.
Also please, please, please provide pool towels - with our flight operators limiting luggage to 15kg per person we ended up leaving towels behind at the villa to avoid xs baggage charges. Our expectation with a high quality villa is that pool towels should be provided. (otherwise the linen provision was excellent -although more T towels pls!!!)
Highlights: Weather, pool and other children to play with
Unpleasant surprises: The hill and access!!! Our hire car couldn't make it - it was clear on the journey guide but I do think it should be clearer on the details that the access is not for the faint hearted - plus recommend diesel hire cars! (most other holiday makers felt the same way during our stay)
Mary (Accommodation: Sangiovese)
Overall impression: Excellent – some of the best quality accommodation we have rented abroad. We loved Vignale and will almost certainly try to return some time.
However, some form of shade at the pool is essential – we ended up buying a cheap sun umbrella at the local supermarket which kept at least one of us in the shade, but some sort of permanent shade such as the reeded shade provided by the patio areas would go down well.
Highlights: Sitting by the pool in the late afternoon soaking up the shade, visiting the local sculpture park and gallery (and meeting the delightful owner – who insisted on showing my husband her meal when he went into raptures about the wonderful smell!!) , visiting Siena – only 15-20 minutes away and eating in Lecci (where the children fell in love with the owner’s dog!)
Unpleasant surprises: The track up to the property was even more difficult to drive along than we expected and was very rutted, making it difficult to manoeuvre along – it put us off going out at night The water ran out three times with no warning…or explanation what to do if it did The main bed had a plastic-lined mattress protector which was extremely hot – ones without plastic lining do exist.
Some form of air-conditioning in the bedrooms (or even just more fans) would make sleeping at night more bearable as it was extremely hot upstairs – even with all the windows open
Tracey (Accommodation: Vin Santo)
However, some form of shade at the pool is essential – we ended up buying a cheap sun umbrella at the local supermarket which kept at least one of us in the shade, but some sort of permanent shade such as the reeded shade provided by the patio areas would go down well.
Highlights: Sitting by the pool in the late afternoon soaking up the shade, visiting the local sculpture park and gallery (and meeting the delightful owner – who insisted on showing my husband her meal when he went into raptures about the wonderful smell!!) , visiting Siena – only 15-20 minutes away and eating in Lecci (where the children fell in love with the owner’s dog!)
Unpleasant surprises: The track up to the property was even more difficult to drive along than we expected and was very rutted, making it difficult to manoeuvre along – it put us off going out at night The water ran out three times with no warning…or explanation what to do if it did The main bed had a plastic-lined mattress protector which was extremely hot – ones without plastic lining do exist.
Some form of air-conditioning in the bedrooms (or even just more fans) would make sleeping at night more bearable as it was extremely hot upstairs – even with all the windows open
Tracey (Accommodation: Vin Santo)
Overall impression: Wonderful! The villa and the views were beautiful. The villa was very well equipped and tastefully decorated. We hated to leave. It was a little remote which was in the description or comments, but didn't understand quite how remote.
Driving to it was an adventure, but the view made up for the drive.
Highlights: Waking up getting my coffee and walking out to see the morning sun over the hills, the food and wine.
Actually, the whole trip was highlights.
Unpleasant surprises: The plane trip could have been better. But you or Italy had nothing to do with that.
Cynthia (Accommodation: Malvasia)
Driving to it was an adventure, but the view made up for the drive.
Highlights: Waking up getting my coffee and walking out to see the morning sun over the hills, the food and wine.
Actually, the whole trip was highlights.
Unpleasant surprises: The plane trip could have been better. But you or Italy had nothing to do with that.
Cynthia (Accommodation: Malvasia)
Overall impression: Vignale/ Pinot Bianco was a fantastic place and the vacation exceeded all our expectations!! The apartment was even better than described, which is not always the case. We are definitely planning to book again for next summer.
Highlights: Just relaxing in Vignale. We even skipped a few of our planned excursions to be able to spend more time by the pool and enjoy the view. Even our children (ages 5, 8 and 10) loved the place!
unpleasant surprises: The road up to Vignale could have been in better shape...
It would also have been nice to have a brief history of the building in the welcome-folder.
If you have any such information we would still be very interested to find out more details of the house and its past!
Johanna & Pekka (Finland)
[Our comment: Vignale was an old farm that was abandoned when the water well dried up around 100 years ago. This would have been a self sufficient hamlet of 3 families working the land on a crop sharing basis with the land owners. The main land they would have worked on is now where the vineyards from the Dievole winery are planted. The apartments were part of the farm - Pinot Bianco was the hay barn, I Cipressi was where the pigs were housed. The farm workers lived in the main building and the animals such as oxen and chickens lived in the ground floor area of the main building. The original bread oven of the farmstead is still at Vignale]
Highlights: Just relaxing in Vignale. We even skipped a few of our planned excursions to be able to spend more time by the pool and enjoy the view. Even our children (ages 5, 8 and 10) loved the place!
unpleasant surprises: The road up to Vignale could have been in better shape...
It would also have been nice to have a brief history of the building in the welcome-folder.
If you have any such information we would still be very interested to find out more details of the house and its past!
Johanna & Pekka (Finland)
[Our comment: Vignale was an old farm that was abandoned when the water well dried up around 100 years ago. This would have been a self sufficient hamlet of 3 families working the land on a crop sharing basis with the land owners. The main land they would have worked on is now where the vineyards from the Dievole winery are planted. The apartments were part of the farm - Pinot Bianco was the hay barn, I Cipressi was where the pigs were housed. The farm workers lived in the main building and the animals such as oxen and chickens lived in the ground floor area of the main building. The original bread oven of the farmstead is still at Vignale]
Overall impression: We were very pleased with the accommodation. You do not often find that the actual holiday accommodation is better than the photographs and description offered, but in this case it was. Pinot Bianco is a lovely accommdation and we would not hesitate to return or book an alternative through To Tuscany.
Highlights: The accommodation and general location of the accommodation. After we had been to Tuscany we had a few nights in Rome and although this was pleasant we all wished we had stayed for an extra week in Pinot Bianco instead.
Unpleasant surprises: No.
Michelle (Accommodation: Pinot Bianco)
Highlights: The accommodation and general location of the accommodation. After we had been to Tuscany we had a few nights in Rome and although this was pleasant we all wished we had stayed for an extra week in Pinot Bianco instead.
Unpleasant surprises: No.
Michelle (Accommodation: Pinot Bianco)
Very clean and in wonderful surroundings. Very well equipped, especially the kitchen. Previous holiday experience dictates that there is always something missing in the kitchen - a decent knife, vegetable peeler or cork screw etc but this time we had everything we needed. The borgo had just the right number of houses for the pool which the most incredible views across the countryside.
Caroline Wills (Accommodation: I Cipressi)
Caroline Wills (Accommodation: I Cipressi)
The property was excellent. On arrival it was larger, and more well equiped that had been expected. The location although up a steep dirt track, was lovely, it was very quiet and peaceful. The swimming pool was clean and of a good size, with fantastic views.
Andrew Neil Hall (Accommodation: I Cipressi)
Andrew Neil Hall (Accommodation: I Cipressi)
Hi Michela.
Greetings from a grey and dreary Dublin.
Just a quick note to say how much we enjoyed our holiday at Vignale.
The location and the accomodation far exceeded our expectations and even having seen the photos on the website the reality was just so much better. Lorraine and I were very pleasently surprised by the high standard of the furnishings and decor, and the kids were delighted with the pool and the video collection.
What a place!!! Fantastic.
Many Thanks.
John, Lorraine, Sophie, and George. (Accommodation: Pinot Bianco)
Greetings from a grey and dreary Dublin.
Just a quick note to say how much we enjoyed our holiday at Vignale.
The location and the accomodation far exceeded our expectations and even having seen the photos on the website the reality was just so much better. Lorraine and I were very pleasently surprised by the high standard of the furnishings and decor, and the kids were delighted with the pool and the video collection.
What a place!!! Fantastic.
Many Thanks.
John, Lorraine, Sophie, and George. (Accommodation: Pinot Bianco)
Wonderful - it was at least as good as described which is often not the case. It was beautifully presented wonderfull clean and just altogther absolutely wonderful. The fact it was quite out of teh way and issoloated but near local services at teh same time. the site was spectacular, the house well equiped beautiful furniture, lovel towels and sheets - the local info an guide books a n added nice touch the pool unbeleivable etc etc - it was really very very good
Susan Mac Donald (Accommodation: Sangiovese)
Susan Mac Donald (Accommodation: Sangiovese)
Dear Linda,
Arrived back in dreary Melbourne early this morning after a fantastic time in Italy. Pinot Bianco was even better than it looked on the to tuscany website - we were absolutely thrilled with the accommodation - the views, the location, the serenity and the excellent standard of furniture and fixtures at the villa.
We had a totally trouble free vacation, no mishaps at all. We can also highly recommend the accommodation in Rome ( a b and b) near the Spanish Steps - I can pass on the details if you would like them.
Thanks for all your help and advice over the past few months - it helped make our trip to Italy a fantastic experience!
Regards,
Lisa, David and Karina Conway (Accommodation: Pinot Bianco)
Arrived back in dreary Melbourne early this morning after a fantastic time in Italy. Pinot Bianco was even better than it looked on the to tuscany website - we were absolutely thrilled with the accommodation - the views, the location, the serenity and the excellent standard of furniture and fixtures at the villa.
We had a totally trouble free vacation, no mishaps at all. We can also highly recommend the accommodation in Rome ( a b and b) near the Spanish Steps - I can pass on the details if you would like them.
Thanks for all your help and advice over the past few months - it helped make our trip to Italy a fantastic experience!
Regards,
Lisa, David and Karina Conway (Accommodation: Pinot Bianco)
Michela, We had a truly wonderful time - the villa was excellent and Tuscany beautiful! We'll definitely be coming again. Many thanks for a wonderful holiday - it was much needed and I'm now being much nicer to people at work!!! Jane
(Vin Santo)
Hi Michela,
Back to real life with a bump - I have to say I much prefer the holiday
version. Our time in Tuscany at Pinot Bianco was excellent in every
respect - thanks for helping towards a superb family holiday for us in
2003.
With best regards
Steve Brown
Vin Santo at Vignale
Location address: Lecchi in Chianti - Siena
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
At what time should we arrive and depart?
Arrival time 16.00 if you arrive after 19.00 please telephone.
Departure time 10.00 am
Can you help with travel arrangements?
For help on travel arrangements by car, by plane or by train select Reach Tuscany from the home page.
Are the prices per person or per apartment?
The price displayed are per apartment.
Are linen and towels provided or do I need to bring my own?
Yes linen and towels are provided and included in the price displayed, bring your own pool towel.
Is the central heating included in the price?
No, the central heating is charged on consumption when required.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes, there is a pool open from May to September
Is there a telephone, fax, email connection available?
No, but in the nearby town of Lecchi in Chianti there is a public phone available and in Siena (30 minutes away) there are many Internet cafes. Some of the apartments have wifi, please check the descriptions.
Is there a balcony or terrace belonging to the apartment?
Yes there is a furnished terrace.
Are there local grocery stores?
Yes within 5 km.
Where can we rent bicycles?
Please contact D.F. BIKE at http://www.dfbike.it/
tel and fax: +39-0577-271905
email: info@dfbike.it
How far are the airports?
Florence 1 hour, Pisa 2 hours, Bologna 2 hours, Rome 3 hours.
When do I get road directions?
Directions are provided with your final confirmation, after full payment is received.
Where do I find the directions?
The directions can be found as a link on your final confirmation email. They can also be accessed by logging into your booking details using your useremail and password.
If necessary, how do we contact To Tuscany once in Italy?
As all the villas are privately owned and managed we have no on-site representative however we can be contacted at any time during your stay in Italy. You can call Sean on +39 333 2495106.
In House Details
- The size of the apartment is 100 sqm
- bedrooms 2
- bathrooms 2
In House: Facilities
- 2 wood burning stoves
- Private garden
- Furnished terrace
- Separate kitchen
- Microwave oven
- Dishwasher
- CD player
- No smoking
- NO ANIMALS ALLOWED
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Internet WI-FI Inhouse
- iPod docking stereo
- DVD player (Euro)
- Flat screen TV
- Internet WI-FI Inhouse
- TV Sat (news only)
- Mosquito screens
Onsite: Facilities and Local Services
- Swimming pool - 5x12 mtrs and 1.45 to 2.20mtrs deep infinity pool which is open from May to September
- House Maid - available on request
- Mid week clean - available on request (charged)
- Leisure - walks, swimming, tennis, mountain bikes
- Local Leisure - cooking school, horse riding, ballooning, yachting
- Private Chef - available on request
- Wine Tastings - available on request
- Babysitter - book in advance
- Distances - Florence 40km, Siena 25km, San Gimignano 50km
- Approach road - 1km good unpaved road - 500 mtrs bumby unpaved road - 500 mtrs steep good unpaved road, not suitable for sports cars or small cars that are fully loaded.
- Self-service check-in - see pop-up image for details
- Other services Trip Advisor comments
- Washing Machine Onsite - There is no charge but guests must supply their own detergent
read what clients and the press say about us
client comment
Günther
Beilstein, Germany
09.05.2012
09.05.2012
"Wir waren alle Zuhause. Ich meine das sagt alles! "
client comment
GREGORY
HAUCOURT, France
09.05.2012
09.05.2012
"Son côté complètement isolé du reste du monde. Son charme. "
press comment
I like To Tuscany, partly because it has a tremendous range of villas, and partly because (unlike many companies) it has an excellent website that provides what you really want when choosing a villa.
press comment
Frank Gardner
BBC - Security Correspondent
BBC - Security Correspondent
Our accommodation, which cost less than £800 for the week, is in a converted stone farmhouse next to a 12th Century Franciscan chapel. There is a pergola shaded by vines round the back here we quickly settle into a rhythm of eating long pasta suppers while the shadows lengthen.
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