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5 bedrooms4 bathrooms1615 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Montespertoli, Toscana
  • Castello Sonnino
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Montespertoli City Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Montegufoni Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Montespertoli

This vacation home places you next to Piazza Machiavelli and Castello Sonnino. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Piazza Machiavelli - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Castello Sonnino - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Montespertoli City Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Montegufoni Castle - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Ponte Vecchio - 31 min drive - 16.7 miles

Getting around

  • Granaiolo Station - 19 min drive
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cooperativa Montespertoli Società Cooperativa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪ì Bacco Toscano - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pasticceria Fiorentina - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Ristorante Il Mondo degli Gnomi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Lombricaia - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Holiday home in the Florentine Chianti half an hour from Florence

The Locanda del Podestà is an old house built around the seventeenth century. In the past, the residence of the podestà has been completely restored keeping the original characters but providing it with all today's comforts. It is located in the historic center of the village of Montespertoli just 5 minutes walk from the nearest supermarket. The village is located half an hour from Florence on Via Volterrana, one of the oldest roads in Tuscany, which starting from Florence and crossing the hills of the Val di Pesa and Valdelsa touches Volterra and continues to the coast near Cecina. The country is located in a central position with respect to the major art cities of Tuscany, it is in fact 40 minutes from San Gimignano, Monteriggioni and Pistoia, 1 hour from Siena, Volterra, Livorno, Pisa and Lucca.

La Locanda del Podestà is an old residence built around the seventeenth century. In the past the podestà's residence was completely restored maintaining its original features but providing it with all the comforts of today. It is located in the historic center of the town of Montespertoli just 5 minutes walk from the nearest supermarket. The town is half an hour from Florence on the Via Volterrana, one of the oldest roads in Tuscany, which starts in Florence and crosses the hills of Val di Pesa and Valdelsa and touches Volterra and continues to the coast near Cecina. The town is located in a central position with respect to the major art cities of Tuscany, it is located 40 minutes from San Gimignano, Monteriggioni and Pistoia, 1 hour from Siena, Volterra, Livorno, Pisa and Lucca.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker. Change of towels is available on request.

Property manager

Bruno Giusti

Languages

English, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,615 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number IT048030C2YJK4993G

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Holiday House in the Chianti Half an Hour From Florence

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Montespertoli and just steps from Piazza Machiavelli and Castello Sonnino. You'll also find Montegufoni Castle and Castle of Poppiano within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Holiday home in the Florentine Chianti half an hour from Florence?

This historic vacation home offers many amenities for couples such as a private pool, private pools in some accommodations, as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday home in the Florentine Chianti half an hour from Florence?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR), which is 22.1 mi away (50 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Holiday home in the Florentine Chianti half an hour from Florence?

Yes, every accommodation at Holiday home in the Florentine Chianti half an hour from Florence comes with a balcony.

Holiday home in the Florentine Chianti half an hour from Florence Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jo S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous property in a Tuscan hill-top village. The house is just incredible. Lovely and cool, due to all the ancient stone, but with everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. Fantastic showers - really powerful - and a much-needed plunge pool for when we needed relief from the heat. The location of the house is perfect. Supermarket and bars/restaurants/wine-tasting all within walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The villa and Montespertoli are so charming! The home is so lovely! The view from top level is unbelievable! The court yard a wonderful spot for a meal. Only tip is if traveling by bus on Sunday times are very limited! We ended up taking a train from Florence to Empoli to get a decent time into town. Though bus ticket purchases are very limited. Maybe purchase in Florence. Or spurge on a taxi! But, during week we went to Florence twice and had plenty of options to get to and from. You can buy tickets in Tabbachi! So many great restaurants and vineyard a short walk and delicious wine! Market was amazing! So much to love! So peaceful!!!
One angle of view.
Heading towards door.
Charming clock and wind gauge. Next to butcher, church, gelato, cafe!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

Liked: Cleanliness

live like the villagers of Montesperatoli

Our family of eight truly enjoyed our stay in this unique 400 year old casa, with modern amenities in the bathrooms and kitchen. It is a very cool juxtaposition with old stone hearth ,stone sink beamed arched ceilings, ancient stone walls. the awesome rooftop deck was an wonderful setting for a tuscan meal with beautiful views of the countryside. What a unique experience to live like the villagers, going to the supermarket, the small coffee,& restaurants and witness all of the townspeople from babies, school age kids & parents to old residents hanging out in the town piazza thru the day and evenings. A varied experience after spending 3 days in the hear of Rome. Highly recommend doing a bike tour with Massimo & team (a 10 minute walk from the casa) "Toscana by bike" for the day, as well. visitors should be aware the 5 bedrooms are small with no real closets, but they provide good privacy & quiet. And most of the showers are on the small side but there are 4 of them. The washer was a plus, and drying in the open air on the terrace, just like the villagers. Highly recommend for travelers who don't mind the rusticity, but are interested in experiencing the charm of a small village. We were a blended family of (2) parents with 3 sons and a daughter and 2 girlfriends, ages 20-30. Everyone enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing views of Tuscany countryside

This house is incredible, leaving no stone ( literally) unturned to find a balance between preserving the medieval charm of the house but providing modern comforts. Even the water pressure is great! Beds are all comfortable. The views from the decks are breathtaking ! We loved exploring Tuscany with this amazing house as our base .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff and Debbie H., Beaverton

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and space

Montespertoli did not disappoint. This home is very well located to enjoy a small town and have easy access to other small towns, as well as Florence and Lucca-two of our favorites. Wine tasting, gelato, bakery, groceries, post office all within a short walk. The listing was accurate and our family of six had plenty of room to be together or find a quiet space. We especially enjoyed the rooftop patio. Bruno was responsive to questions and recommendations and the check in/check out process was smooth. Thank you for a lovely visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a beautiful house in Montespertoli!

My wife and I spent nine nights is this spacious and well-equipped home in the quiet village of Montespertoli in the Chianti region of Tuscany. Bruno was a wonderful host, always quick to respond to our questions. He left the home equipped well for our first night or two and directed us to the Co-Op grocery store only a 3-4 minute walk from the front door. Our rental car was securely parked in his garage every night, so no need to park on the street or worry about not finding a place close to the house. With the stone walls, Wi-Fi signals can be lost from time to time, but just pop in to the laundry room to quickly reconnect. Bruno even let us purchase his brand-new stainless steel Bialetti stove-top espresso maker which had become a little tarnished from the gas stove-top. We would highly recommend this home for your group of 10-12 people, but it was quite nice for just the two of us as well.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect small town stay near Florence

This house was perfect for our group of 9 girlfriends. Every room had a bathroom to share which was so convenient. It’s location was also perfect to explore Tuscany and all the hysterical gems. Montespertoli is a beautiful town to visit and Bruno was an excellent host!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bruno’s Place

Fantastic, even better than the pics! Highly recommended and Bruno is awesome
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Florence

Comfortable stay in a typical tuscan village. Beautiful rustic building for those looking for something different.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Two weeks in paradise

It was in a great location. It had a magnificent view of the countryside from the upper deck. Walkable to several restaurants. It was a great place to congregate and to relax.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place if looking for a stay away from tourist area

The house was nice. The town itself has a couple small bars and restaurants that we checked out. It was easily walkable to the town and close enough to get into the Florence area. We did wish there was more soap and shampoo on the bathrooms and if the beds could have been made. Otherwise beautifysetting and a gracious owner who always responded quickly to any question we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful villa

We all loved our stay. The villa is great, the town is beautiful and Bruno responded to any concerns almost immediately
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Home Away From Home

Remarkable combination of the old and the new. The villa had all the modern conveniences set in a centuries-old structure. There were five of us staying for a week. A family group of three generations. Two grandparents, two parents, and our 16-year old granddaughter. There was plenty of room and bathrooms for all. We had comfy beds and crisp linens. Closet space is at a premium, but we managed. The villa is located in a delightful small town and we felt like locals. We shopped at the supermarket that had mouth-watering offerings of everything! We also enjoyed delicious meals in restaurants we could walk to. And, of course, there was gelato! We had a car and used the villa as a home base to explore Florence, Pisa, Volterra, and some wineries. It was so comforting to know we were coming "home" at the end of our journeys. We enjoyed a memorable week in this extraordinary venue. Grazie to our host, Bruno.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Villa is spacious, courtyards intimate, lots of things to discover in the walls, remnants of original decorating, pottery, little nooks. Views are spectacular and located near city center. We enjoyed going for cafe every morning. Several spots to choose from. We were there for a month and it was easy to get to train station to travel to Rome and Venice. Lots of quaint towns to drive to also. The host Bruno was very easy to contact and replied quickly.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lita G.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Charming Apartment

Our family of nine was entranced by the old-world authenticity of this apartment, yet with the modern amenities we all want. The town was small and easily walkable to good restaurants, with a good coffee shop practically next door. Bruno was an attentive host, and his communication with you prior to checking in was thorough. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deneen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

House

The house was in a great location. Could not ask for a more perfect place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house, great location, great host!

We loved the feel of this old house with modern conveniences; perfect for the whole family size wise. We loved walking down to Bar Pasticceria Fiorentina Caterina in the morning for yummy patries and cafe latte’s. We frequented many of the restaurants here and did not have a bad meal. We walked to the market and butcher shop to grill at the villa. There were several activities in the piazza during our three week stay. Perfect location for day trips all through Tuscany. Most touching, my husband got sick and Bruno messaged me every day to check on him. ❤️
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay in a local village

Our stay was exactly what we needed and exceeded our expectations. A beautifully renovated/restored villa with all the facilities you could need and it was terrific to have space after a spate of living out of hotel rooms. Walking distance to everything that is needed and a great opportunity to practice speaking Italian. Highly recommend this accommodation. Bruno is fabulous and incredibly helpful and responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Adele J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Montespertoli Gem

This property is in a perfect location, central to many sights to visit. As a group of 8, having 4 bedrooms all with their own bathrooms was great. The kitchen was well equipped. We especially liked the espresso maker. Having a washing machine was convenient, but more specific directions in English might have helped. The outside 3 patios were wonderful. We had a cooking class at the house and it ended with dinner on the upper patio with an outstanding view of the valley. We enjoyed cool dips in the small pool on hot days, and there always seemed to be a cool breeze to help on with the heat. Montespertoli is a cute little town. The house is just a block from the first gelato place and the first bakery is soon after. The markets on 2 different days were a highlight. Walking the piazzas was a delight and we walked to the well equipped grocery store too. The only concern, if you can't handle stairs this house would be a struggle. There are many steps into the house. Once there, the steps aren't so bad, but you need to be careful. The advantage is that you have multiple levels of patios each with their own benefits and quaintness. The house is well maintained with quality workmanship throughout. It has historic elements such as the old well in the kitchen which adds to the flavor of this home. We would have appreciated an extra set of keys to main door going to the village . Bruno was very helpful. If you want to experience village life in Tuscany this is the place to do it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John George D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely stay in a great villa

A really nice property in a great location close to some super little restaurants. Very helpful having a garage and the plunge pool came in handy in the July heat!! Worked well having two living areas given we had my parents with us. Bruno very helpful and quick to respond to any queries; a charming host! Lovely views over the valley.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation to Italy 2023

Our group of six (two parents, two 18-year-olds, and two 19-year-olds) stayed in this VRBO June 24-26, 2023. We LOVED it! There was plenty of room to spread out. I wanted to stay in a castle, and this is the closest we got to it. The villa is amazing! We ate meals and played cards at the table on the top deck. The views of the surrounding Tuscany hills were spectacular. Our teenagers wanted to spend more time at the villa enjoying the ambience. Montespertoli was very cute. It felt genuine and authentic, not touristy. We ate at two restaurants (both were delicious) and visited the pharmacy. The pharmacist was very helpful with an eye infection and skin rash (without speaking English). Most people in town did not speak English (or spoke very little) because the town is not touristy. We did not have any problems with a language barrier (we only speak English). I've already recommended this VRBO to a friend visiting Italy in Aug. :) Host communication was great, check-in was easy, host recommendations were helpful. My entire family HIGHLY recommends this villa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly Tuscan

The photos on the listing were very attractive so I expected to have a let down when we arrived, however it was better than expected. There is so much detail to the house that gives it an authentic Tuscan feel but a few modern amenities to keep a few conveniences from home, especially a nice little espresso maker that we enjoyed each morning after running for cornettos. The view is spectacular and I found myself sitting on the balcony with a glass of wine watching the slow sunset and fading lines of the distant mountains and vineyards. One little detail worth mentioning is the overwhelming floral scents of honeysuckle that fill the air on the balcony. And visiting the palazzo each evening for dinner and later a gelato, or maybe to Jack’s bar for a cool Campari Spritz during the heat of the day, was something we all looked forward to doing and we still miss. Bruno was also always available to us when we had questions. We would definitely enjoy revisiting the property if the opportunity presented itself again
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, great property

Great stay in Montespertoli. Access to restaurants and wineries in walking distance from property. Well equipped house, great service from Bruno - Thumbs up :-)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Epic Tuscan Palace

Beautiful old world feel with all of the latest amenities. This house is amazing and made our trip to Tuscany an unforgettable experience. We enjoyed the local wineries and restaurants. Bruno had great recommendations & was very helpful with guidance for our time at in Montespertoli.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Wonderful place to stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023