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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 9200 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

- Top Location - Villa in San Gimignano, Top View, 4 DBL En-Suite, Pool, A. C, WiFi

La Villa, is only 4 km from the historic center of San Gimignano, is located in an isolated position and is immersed in the fresh well-kept garden, flowered, with lawn, an ideal place to spend time in total relaxation with the own family or friends.
The garden also has a gazebo and a brick barbecue. The private swimming pool (6 x 12 m, depth 1.40 cm), (opening from 02. 05 closing pool 30. 10) the Solarium with umbrellas and sunbeds, with a unique panoramic view over the city of San Gimignano, framed by the typical vineyards of Vernaccia, Chianti and the characteristic olive groves, typical of our splendid Tuscan countryside.
The Villa on the first floor, inside it has a large bright open space room of 100 square meters, beautiful architectural structure, with large white oak beams, the two large windows are supported by the imposing column and flanked by the beautiful internal façade , with a Tuscan style piatra coating. The two small balconies with wrought iron railings open up the scenery on a breathtaking glimpse, where San Gimignano is presented in all its splendor and the lush surrounding countryside gives the observer unique and always wonderful colors and details in any period of time. year.
Specifically, the interior decoration of the dining / living room has been created manually by local artisans, unique pieces in the original Tuscan style of wood: Cypress, Olivo and Noce, including a cozy relaxation area with fireplace.
Sofa and armchairs,
 50 inch-sat TV,
Free WiFi internet,
Air Conditioning (room / kitchen)
books,
information desk at the entrance.

The kitchen is spacious and livable; here too we can rediscover the unmistakable traits of Maris's creativity, who also wanted to create a typical Tuscan style.
The kitchen is equipped with
washbasin,
dishwasher,
juice extractor,
microwave,
kettle,
american coffee machine,
Moka,
espresso machine,
fridge.
Wide selection of crockery.

The 4 en-suite rooms

"LE TORRI" Room
The "Le Torri" room enjoys a marvelous panoramic view of San Gimignano.
Very bright and spacious, it is furnished with great care with traditional Tuscan furniture recovered from the ancestors of the Montagnani and Leoncini families and meticulously restored. It has a private bathroom with sink, shower, toilet and bidet. Each window has a mosquito net; the room has a heating system in winter and refrigeration in summer (air conditioning).

"LA COLLINA" Room
The room "La Collina" owes its name to the fact that the large window that gives great brightness to the room overlooks the beautiful Tuscan countryside. Like the other rooms, "La Collina" is very spacious and furnished in Tuscan style. It has a private bathroom with sink, shower, toilet and bidet. Each window has a mosquito net; the room has a heating system in winter and refrigeration in summer (air conditioning).

"GLI OLIVI" Room
The large window of the "Gli Olivi" room looks directly onto the garden of the house where the vigorous olive trees planted by Maris and Antonella stand in 1989 and from which the room takes its name. Also the "Gli Olivi" room is spacious and bright and finely furnished with rustic Tuscan style furniture. It has a private bathroom with sink, shower, toilet and bidet. Each window has a mosquito net; the room has a heating system in winter and refrigeration in summer (air conditioning).

"IL BOSCHETTO" Room
It is the grove that is in front of the window of this room that gives it its name. Like the other rooms, "Il Boschetto" is large and bright and furnished with rustic Tuscan family furniture. It has a private bathroom with sink, shower, toilet and bidet. Each window has a mosquito net; the room has a heating system in winter and refrigeration in summer (air conditioning).

The special furniture of the bathrooms
The composition of the services has been taken care of in minute detail by the inventive and creative personal dexterity of Maris. Examples are the sinks and mirrors in which the old Tuscan terracotta, typical of the ancient Tuscan farmhouses, is present giving overall harmonious and refined finishes and decorations. For each bathroom present in each room have been created shades of colors and combinations of different materials in order to make each of them unique and special.

In an outdoor area there is: washing machine, dryer, iron and ironing board.

Parking is private.

The Montagnani family (on request) prepares breakfasts and traditional Tuscan dinners, using the products of their own farm, tastings of local wines.

The family lives on the ground floor of the house, but is separate and independent from the rented apartment.

Choosing Podere Lo Spadino means taking care of your holiday together with your loved ones, relaxing, abandoning the frenetic and stressful pace of every day and savoring the authentic bucolic reality and the old and genuine lifestyle of the people of Tuscany.

In addition, the ideal strategic location is ideal for the Villa allows easy access to other nearby cities, also of considerable interest.

The splendid Siena, a famous medieval town known throughout the world for its "Palio", horse race that takes place in the famous "Piazza del Campo" on July 2nd and August 16th of every year.

Just 20 km away is Monteriggioni, a charming fortified medieval village, 15 km Colle Val d'Elsa, also known as the "city of crystal" for its craft industries that produce precisely crystal.
Volterra, Etruscan city, just 25 km.

Moving towards the Val d'Orcia, 90 km away, you can reach Montalcino, home of the famous Brunello wine and a little further, about 115 km, Pienza, famous for its pecorino cheese.

Just 45 km away is the beautiful and Renaissance Florence and 47 km Vinci, the city that gave birth to Leonardo of ser Piero da Vinci.

A little further on, at 90 km, is Pisa with its "Piazza dei Miracoli" which houses the famous "leaning tower" and at 125 km Lucca, a lovely Renaissance city at the foot of the Apuan Alps.

At 52 km, in the town of Chiusdino, stands the imposing Abbey of San Galgano, a striking Latin-cross basilica with 3 naves, famous for its walls without roofs and without the floor which in spring is covered with a green grass; a few steps, walking up the path on the hill of Montesiepi, in the small church in the woods you can admire the "sword in the rock" that Galgano Guidotti, arrogant and violent noble, in full religious conversion, stuck into the ground as a sign of renounces violence in order to create with it a cross on which to pray.

At 94 km from San Gimignano it is possible to reach Bagno Vignoni which boasts one of the most evocative and particular squares of the world occupied by a large pool where thermal water is collected that flows from the subsoil at 52 ° C and around which everything is developed. the small village.

Finally, in the surroundings of San Gimignano, just a few kilometers away, you should visit Certaldo Alto, the Parish Church of Pancole and San Vivaldo.

It is possible to easily reach the PAM Supermarket shopping center (also open on Sunday 8.30 am to 8.30 pm) located in Poggibonsi, about 7 km away, or the COOP supermarket located in San Gimignano open every day on Sundays. morning which is 4 km.

Property manager

Barbara

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 private bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed only outdoor.

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Farming classes
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable tableware
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water-efficient showers

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Small group parties. To be confirmed first.
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number IT052028B5L4BHX6EO

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

Property is also known as

Top Location Villa Top View 4 DBL En-suite Pool A. C Wifi
Top Location Top View 4 DBL En-suite Pool A. C Wifi
Top Location Villa Top View 4 DBL En-suite Pool A. C Wifi
Top Location Villa Top View 4 DBL En-suite Pool A. C Wifi
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About the area

Map
San Gimignano, Toscana

What's nearby

  • Tenuta Torciano Winery - 9 min drive
  • San Gimignano Communal Palace - 9 min drive
  • Piazza Duomo - 9 min drive
  • Piazza della Cisterna - 9 min drive
  • Medieval Criminal and Torture Museum - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Certaldo Station - 19 min drive
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Bottega - San Gimignano - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Perucà - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante La Mangiatoia - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Locanda La Mandragola - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lo Spuntino - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does - Top Location - Villa in San Gimignano, Top View, 4 DBL En-Suite, Pool, A. C, WiFi have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is - Top Location - Villa in San Gimignano, Top View, 4 DBL En-Suite, Pool, A. C, WiFi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at - Top Location - Villa in San Gimignano, Top View, 4 DBL En-Suite, Pool, A. C, WiFi?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at - Top Location - Villa in San Gimignano, Top View, 4 DBL En-Suite, Pool, A. C, WiFi?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is - Top Location - Villa in San Gimignano, Top View, 4 DBL En-Suite, Pool, A. C, WiFi located?

Situated in a rural location, this villa is within 3 miles (5 km) of Sant'Agostino Church, Archaeological Museum - Spezieria Santa Fina - Raffaele De Grada Modern and Contemporary Art Gallery and Rocca of Montestaffoli. Piazza delle Erbe and Torre Rognosa are also within 3 miles (5 km).

- Top Location - Villa in San Gimignano, Top View, 4 DBL En-Suite, Pool, A. C, WiFi Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 98 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marie T M.

Unforgettable stay at this beautiful villa
We were a group of four couples The bedrooms with en suites were perfect for us The villa resembles a Hollywood movie set of what you would expect a villa to look like. It’s beyond beautiful with an unforgettable view Barbara is the perfect hostess! Highly recommend ordering a few dinners from her Can’t say enough good things about our stay You would lucky to stay there!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Gorgeous Property
Terrific location with breathtaking views of San G. Closer enough to bike into town. The house itself is lovely with gorgeous spaces to enjoy both inside and out. Communications with host were fantastic. Barbara was a delight to work with and arranged a wonderful home cooked dinner for us in the villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory P.

Gorgeous spot and warm hospitality
Clean with a beautiful view. Exactly what we were hoping for and more. Comfortable beds and all the amenities you could ask for. Barbara was humble and kind and readily available. Perfect Tuscan get away.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri F.

Beautiful
The view across the fields to San Gimignano is the absolute best in all of Toscana. The villa is large and comfortable and the host warm and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gigi S.

Tuscan Perfection
Our stay at the villa was a highlight of our nearly month-long trip to Italy. The accommodations were perfect; all bedrooms were spacious, the views were outstanding, and Barbara, the host created the best meals we ate in all of Italy. It was a great space to unwind as much as we wanted and to explore nearby towns--Certaldo was a magical place. The villa surpassed all of our expectations!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Spectacular week at Villa Lo Podere
Every five star review is spot on! The Villa is gorgeous and Barbara was the most gracious host. She fed us at 9:30 pm when we arrived late and was very helpful the entire week, answering all questions via WhatsApp very quickly. And the view…pictures don’t do it justice. Don’t hesitate to book it!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd B., Chicago

A picturesque home away from home
We just returned from spending a week at Val d' Elsa and had an absolutely wonderful time at this amazing home in one of the most picturesque settings in all of Tuscany. Barbara was a great host and did everything she could to make our stay enjoyable. Our grand kids didn't want to leave :-) The location is convenient to San Gimignano and central to the areas of Tuscany.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

paradise
We stayed in this magnificent property from Sept 29 - Oct 6. What can I say - it is simply paradise. Barbara and her family are wonderful hosts and the villa is incredible. The views are stunning and the food Barbara prepared for us beyond delicious. We feel fortunate to have been able to book this wonderful, magical place. Thank you Barbara and family!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

Wonderful
The accommodations were extremely great. The owner/family were always available to help with everything. The grounds and accommodations couldn’t have been better. We will definitely return to this property. There isn’t anything that could have been Improved. More than meet our expectations. With a family of 5 and ages that are wide everyone had a fantastic time. Fantastic awesome time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Ladies at Podere
We were a group of 5 ladies. This villa is very comfortable and met our needs in every way. We organized 2 meals for her to cook as well as the pasta making class. All were delicious, the pasta making class was a fun experience. View of San Gimignano is breathtaking and only 10 minutes away. Even the pool had the perfect view of Tuscany! A amazing vacation in every way. Thank you Barbara, we appreciated everything you did. We will always remember this vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen c.

Surpassed our expectations!
We arrived at 3 a.m. due to airline issues and the wonderful host, Barbara, welcomed us with a smile. The next morning we were overwhelmed with the views of the property and San Gimignano. The beds were heavenly, the villa was spotless, and the location was terrific for trips to Siena, Pisa and other small towns. Barbara is a fantastic cook and gave us a cooking lesson on pasta making with a ragu sauce. Probably the most memorable meal of our time there. It is difficult to express how wonderful the experience was stayng at this villa. You will love every minute of your stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

lori k.

The trip of a lifetime!
We spent a week at Podere Lo Spadino with nine family members. Words can hardly describe the beauty of the villa and surrounding countryside. Our host Barbara was lovely and so easy to work with. We took a cooking class from Barbara and she made dinner one night for us, which was one of the best meals we had during our stay. Touring around all day, it was so nice to have dinner at home. Barbara’s father personally built the villa and his craftsmanship is impressive. They grow grapes and olives on the farm and make their own wine and olive oil. Soon there will be a restaurant on the first level of the villa. We could have stayed there for a month and still not have seen and experienced everything the region offers. Thanks Barbara for your hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Absolutely Beautiful
This beautiful property is a labor of love, hand built by the family and it shows. You couldn't asks for a more incredible location and host. Barbara (host) is friendly and was a real pleasure to talk with. She offers an in-home cooking class and offers a meal service. We took the cooking class and loved it. We made a hand made pasta, a ragu, a very good steak and a delicious Tiramisu. We also took her up on the breakfast option and we loved it. During this stay, our Son took advantage of a beautiful spot on the property to propose to his now fiancée. Lots and lots of wonderful memories made here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Amazing stay and host
We loved our time at podere lo Spadino. Barbara is a perfect host. Greeted us on arrival. Was super nice, gracious and friendly. The villa is even better than expected. Spacious, clean, amazing views. We had two breakfasts and one dinner prepared by the host and participated in a cooking class which was fun and delicious. The food and wine was all great. We hope to go back again one day and stay longer. There were four private bedrooms and baths and beautiful living space and kitchen. Highly recommend this villa for a magical vacation close to San Gimignano and other great Tuscan towns.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace C.

Heaven in Tuscany
Myself husband and one other couple and a friend. Our stay at the Villa was spectacular, We could not ask for a more Beautiful and relaxing location and close to anywhere you wanted to go Barbara our host treated us like family. Barbara made breakfast everyday and dinner 2 nights which was one our highlight when it came to food. We also had a cooking class which was so much fun and food incredible. I am planning on returning in a couple of years with family when my Grandson is older. I give this beautiful location and Barbara the host a 10 in rating************* grace. Stay May 6,2023
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denese D., Connecticut, USA

Wonder Villa and Great Host
This is a really lovely and well equipped villa. The views are amazing. The host was absolutely lovely. It is a little challenging to find at first as the road is a long dirt road off the main road. Barbara was nice to meet us and direct us in. It is also somewhat remove (4 km from town) but an easy drive. The villa itself was just as described. The rooms were very nicely furnished. The bathrooms in each were large and comfortable. For three couples, it was ideal. We had a cooking lesson and dinner for my birthday and the food was excellent and the experience really fun. This was a good value and a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Our Stay at the Beautiful Lo Spadino” Tuscan Country House
"Perfetto" is the first word I think of when looking back at our memorable stay in San Gimignano! From our first email from Barbara, whose family built Lo Spadino, to our farewell 1 week later, our vacation exceeded our expectations. Every view from inside the house and throughout the property was picture postcard worthy. Barbara's Dad lovingly built their home; and a bonus for us was the "shop talks" he had w/ my architect husband. The home's interiors, bright and airy, reflect an artist's eye. An easy day trip to Florence and close to the charming, neighboring hill towns, it is an ideal location. And, back to Barbara ... she made our vacation dreams come true! Laney Morpurgo
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jackie R.

Incredible setting! Lovely family!
Perfect! Two families of four traveling together throughout Italy stayed for one week at Podere Lo Spadino, and what a wonderful time we had! The four bedroom, four bath villa built by the Montagnani family exceeded our expectations! Gorgeous and comfortable with a stunning view of San Gimignano. The swimming pool was a welcome retreat for the kids (and parents!) after a day visiting hill towns in the hot Tuscan sun. Barbara and her family are lovely--warm, helpful and very welcoming. Do have them cook for you! Our four course farm to table dinner was Tuscan cooking at its best. We would definitely stay again. It was week we will remember and treasure always.

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Fantastic villa with beautiful views
This is a lovely spacious villa with amazing views from all windows. The four ensuite bedrooms all lead off a large open plan area with huge French windows looking at San Gimignano. The villa is well equipped and spotless with very comfortable beds. Barbara is on hand and as attentive as you choose. You will note that this is a first floor villa, but you don't come into contact with the owners at all - it is very private. The only downside of being on the first floor is a short walk down to the lovely outside dining area under a pergola. This is a wonderful part of Italy and this is a place to fully absorb the life style.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Angie R.

Best Place to Spend Time with Family!
Stayed here for a week with my husband, daughter, son in law and 5 year old granddaughter. The views from every window were spectacular!! Clean with a fully stocked kitchen, comfortable beds and great outdoor seating area with a brick outdoor bbq. We had our first breakfast prepared for us by the family that lives in the bottom portion of the villa and served at the outdoor seating area overlooking vineyards and olive groves while the rooster was crowing. What a way to start our week!! By the end of the week we felt like a part of this warm and accomodating family that spans four generations. Our main contact person was Barbara who answered any questions we had as far as recommendations. She also accompanied us when we went truffle hunting with her Dad and their family dog Moira. We were thrilled to find truffles!! This host family is native to the region for generations and therefore a wealth of knowledge and connections should you need any... Our week spent here was much more than we had hoped for! We hope to return again!! xoxo Angie
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Amazing views, comfortable accommodation, great host!
Can’t say enough about our stay at the villa and the host Barbara. We were a party of 6 adult family members and spent a week at the Villa. The accommodations were very comfortable and spacious. This family run villa was well thought out for visitors to include large bedrooms with comfortable king beds and nice pillows, private bathrooms and a well stocked kitchen. It is about a 15 minute ride into San Gimignano, 45 minutes to Siena, 60 minutes to Florence. Approximately 4 hours from Rome. Barbara was so helpful answering all our questions, providing contacts for transportation, restaurant suggestions, arranging menus and meals. Definitely book a cooking class with Barbara! This was by far one of our favorite evenings. The views are beautiful and we spent most evenings on the terrace. Washer and dryer was great to have and we definitely used it. Book a stay here… you will love it.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Magical!
We absolutely enjoyed our stay at the Villa. San Gimignano and surrounding towns are worth the visits. Sienna and Volterra are highly recommended. Everything could not have been more perfect. The Villa and surroundings were so beautiful, we all felt like we were living inside a beautiful painting - but it was real! Barbara made us a fabulous dinner the first night of our stay, outside on the gazebo. We had the roasted lamb, and everyone raved about how tasty it was. All perfect and we were very happy. Barbara was always reachable if we had questions, and she was so kind and helpful to each of us. We loved that each of us had our own bedroom and bath. Each room was beautiful. The pool is just lovely. We definitely want to come back without hesitation!! Grazie mille Barbara and family!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

Paradise in Tuscany
Our group of four couples spent three weeks here as part of a month long trip to Italy. The villa was ideal for our purpose of exploring Tuscany's many hill top towns. Only a few minutes from San Gimingnano, it's central to many other towns making day trips very easy. The pictures accurately reflect the property which exceeded our expectations. What made it even better is the personal touch of our host, Barbara, and her family. She was very responsive to any requests and easily accessible for any questions. We did take advantage of several meals prepared by her and the family. Having a candle lit dinner on the outdoor patio is an experience we won't forget and the food, wine (most from their very own farm) was some of the best we experienced; including Milan, Florence, and Rome. You won't be disappointed. The beautiful views from the villa across the Tuscan country side looking at San Gimingnano in the distance are forever baked in our memories. This was a 5+ star experience.
Stayed 21 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline S.

Nobody should know how amazing this place is!
Why should I not tell you how amazing this place is? Well, I want to make sure I can go back and if I tell all of you, you may book this place up! I can’t even begin to tell you if the beauty of this home. And the family? Equally, if not more beautiful. We (particularly my daughter) fell in love with Barbara. She was a fantastic host, and, perhaps, one of the kindest people I have ever met. We stayed for a week and saw the area. But my most favorite thing we did was take a cooking class with Barbara and her Nona. I think my 9 y/o daughter and 10 y/o nephew will remember the class more than anything else they saw in Italy. My daughter is already making plans to come and visit Barbara every summer- without me! I can’t wait to return. Make this place a stop on your list! You will not regret it!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Heaven on Earth
Tuscany was always on our “bucket list” but our stay at Il Podere lo Spadino exceeded our wildest dreams. Pictures do not do it justice. Pictures can not let you smell the honeysuckle or feel the soft Tuscan breeze blowing through the windows. Then there is the food! The amazing food that is prepared by Barbara, the hostess, is beyond compare. Having eaten in the finest 5 star restaurants around the world, I can honestly say that her meals were a delight to all of the senses & would be chosen every time over a fancy restaurant. The Montagnani Family are precious people who opened their lovely home to us & made us feel like part of their family. I can not wait to return again. The town of San Gimignano is lovely & the shopping is far better there than in Florence. With world class views of Tuscany from our windows & a lovely pool on site, we never felt the need to wander too far from our home base. 5 stars is not a high enough rating to give Barbara & Il Podere lo Spadino Villa. We will be back at soon as possible.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023