Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Sant'Agostino Church, this villa places you within a few miles (5 km) of Archaeological Museum - Spezieria Santa Fina - Raffaele De Grada Modern and Contemporary Art Gallery. The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
San Gimignano Communal Palace - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
Vernaccia di San Gimignano Wine Museum - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
Getting around
Barberino Val d'Elsa Station - 14 min drive
Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 59 min drive
Restaurants
Bistrot Magnino - 8 min drive
Gelateria dell'Olmo - 9 min drive
DiVinorum Wine Bar - 9 min drive
La Biscondola - 8 min drive
Riccapizza - 8 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.
VILLA IRIS LUXURY SAN GIMIGNANO, 6 EN-SUITE BEDROOMS, SWIMMING POOL, SPA, SAUNA.
Villa Iris Luxury , created from the meticulous restoration of an ancient brick kiln dating back to 1737, located in a unique position on the hill facing the famous towers of San. Gimignano. Villa Iris Tenuta Melograni San Gimignano. villairistuscany.com The villa has been carefully renovated and furnished by the owners ,using materials of the highest quality, for example the kitchen was built with large slabs of Carrara Marble, and old local bricks, the renovation was finished after long and careful restoration in June 2014.
The owners, will be happy to welcome you with a big welcome buffet, in an authentic Tuscan atmosphere and to assist you for all your needs throughout stay.
The Villa provides guests with all the latest comforts for a truly unique vacation. Immersed in the tranquility of this enchanting place, guests can experience the atmosphere of yesteryear while enjoying the utmost modern comfort.
The villa also has a wellness area with Finnish sauna, chromotherapy , sensory shower and gym. In the large and well-kept garden of approx. 4000 m² that surrounds the property is the stunning infinity swimming pool and spa with whirlpool(12x6 m; depth min 1.10 - max 1.65 m - open from March 30 to October 30) is completely made of local 'travertine stone with an integrated whirlpool, which, by not operating the hydrojet, can be used as a children's pool. From the pool you can enjoy breathtaking views of the towers of San Gimignano and the rolling hills surrounding the property with their famous vineyards and olive groves. The large loggia, equipped with a brick barbecue, is located near the typical kitchen. The parking lot at Villa Iris can accommodate a maximum of 10 cars, which is located within the property.
The strategic location of the villa allows you to reach the most important art cities of Tuscany, Florence, Siena, Volterra, Pisa and many other important cities of art, in a short time about 5 minutes by car you will enter the four-lane road that is 3 km from the villa. San Gimignano is 2 km away and can also be reached on foot via a trekking route , starting from the villa, through the renowned Vernaccia vineyards.
ADVICE FROM THE OWNERS:
We suggest to rent a car at your arrival at the airport or trough the rentalshop near the Villa, to be indipendent for little trips like going to the supermarkets, going to the city of San Gimignano or the city of Poggibonsi.
DISTANCES:
San Gimignano 2 km, Siena 28 km, Florence 38 km, Volterra 26 km, Pisa 77 km, Lucca 75 km. Montalcino 49 km, Montepulciano 45 km, Pienza 55 .
AIRPORTS:
- Airport Florence Amerigo Vespucci 40 km - Airport Pisa Galielo Galilei 90 km - Airport Rome Fiumicino 280 km
TRAIN STATIONS:
- Train station Poggibonsi 8 km - Train station Florence Santa Maria Novella 40 km
OTHER DISTANCES:
The highway for Florence and Siena is from the Villa 5 km The PAM Supermarket Poggibonsi is 6 km from the villa, open every days 8-22 The COOP Supermarket in San Gimignano open every day even on Sunday mornings which is 2 km away.
AVAILABLE
- On the day of arrival the owners will offer a welcome buffet with typical local products and Chianti DOCG wine and Vernaccia di San Gimignano. - Housekeeper every day from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm except Sunday and Holidays. - Fast Wi-Fi Internet inside and outside the Villa and at the pool - Washing machine and dryer-Hairdryers- - Crib for children and high chair (without any extra cost upon request) - Extra bed in one of the bedrooms (without any extra cost upon request) - Air conditioning in all rooms independent regulation in each room - Satellite smart tv in the living room and in the porch of the Villa. - Swimming pool, with internal hydromassage tub/children's pool - Finnish sauna with chromotherapy and sensory shower - Fitness room - American fridge double door side by side with ice form and cold water - Wine cantine
-GAMES : - Table tennis - Table football - Bowling game "regulation field" - Grass soccer field - Children's games
SERVICE INCLUDED :
-Welcome buffet offered by the owners on the day of arrival.
- Housekeeper every day except Sunday, from 10.30am to 1.30pm approximately.
- Wednesday complete change of bathroom linen.
-Saturday: Cleaning of the entire villa, complete change of bedroom linen, bathroom linen and pool towels.
-Electricity included in the price.
EXTRA SERVICE upon request, to be booked in advance:
- Dinner in Villa with private chef - Cooking class in Villa with private chef - Baby sitter in Villa - Photo shooting service in Villa - Wine tasting - Service for grocery shopping to be found in Villa at your arrival - Cities tour and wine tour in Chianti - Private transfer with private driver to and from Airports and train stations - Massages and spa treatments in Villa - Yoga lessons in Villa - Booking assistance for transfer and in-Villa services. - Booking assistance for restaurants and museums. - Booking assistance for rental car and bycicles - Horse walk in the vineyards around the Villa with departure at 5 minutes on foot from the Villa.
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 7 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart 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 fireplace. Limited housekeeping is available.
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Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
7 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
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.
1 accessible parking space
3 steps to reach entrance
Gravel flooring in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Smooth flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Housekeeping (limited availability)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycle parking
Bicycles
Foosball table
Golf
Gym
Optional golf privileges
Table tennis
Tennis
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park 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
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Bicycle parking
Bicycles
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Garden
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Unit size: 4,844 square feet
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Note from host: At the arrival a welcome buffet will be offered.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events with a maximum of 12 people are allowed.
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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: 12
Note from host: Events with a maximum of 12 people are allowed.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Property Registration Number IT052028B4ITIBBTXV
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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.
This property accepts cash.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12.
Note from host: Events with a maximum of 12 people are allowed.
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
Villa Iris Luxury 6 Rooms EN Suite Pool Spa Fitness Area
Iris SAN Gimignano Luxury 6 Rooms EN Suite Pool Spa Fitness Area
Iris Luxury 6 Rooms EN Suite Pool Spa Fitness Area
Villa Iris Luxury 6 Rooms EN Suite Pool Spa Fitness Area
Iris SAN Gimignano Luxury 6 Rooms EN Suite Pool Spa Fitness Area
Villa Iris Luxury 6 Rooms EN Suite Pool Spa Fitness Area
Iris SAN Gimignano Luxury 6 Rooms EN Suite Pool Spa Fitness Area
Iris Luxury 6 Rooms EN Suite Pool Spa Fitness Area
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this villa?
This villa is located in San Gimignano, close to Piazza delle Erbe, Medieval Criminal and Torture Museum, and Podesta's Palace. You'll also find Tenuta Torciano Winery and Vernaccia di San Gimignano Wine Museum within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this villa?
Yes, there is accessible parking and bicycle parking available. You'll find a max of 10 spaces.
Is a spa located at this villa?
Spa services at the villa include massages.
Is this villa associated with a casino?
No, this villa is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this villa?
No, this villa doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.
What amenities will couples enjoy at VILLA IRIS LUXURY SAN GIMIGNANO, 6 EN-SUITE BEDROOMS, SWIMMING POOL, SPA, SAUNA.?
This historic villa offers many amenities for couples such as a private pool, a fireplace, and access to a chef.
Are there hot tubs at VILLA IRIS LUXURY SAN GIMIGNANO, 6 EN-SUITE BEDROOMS, SWIMMING POOL, SPA, SAUNA.?
No, but this villa does have a sauna.
Does this villa offer breakfast?
No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this villa allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this villa.
Does this villa have connecting rooms?
No, this villa doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where is the closest airport to this villa?
The closest major airport to this villa is Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR), which is about 22.8 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at VILLA IRIS LUXURY SAN GIMIGNANO, 6 EN-SUITE BEDROOMS, SWIMMING POOL, SPA, SAUNA.?
Yes, every villa at VILLA IRIS LUXURY SAN GIMIGNANO, 6 EN-SUITE BEDROOMS, SWIMMING POOL, SPA, SAUNA. comes with a balcony.
Reviews
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8/10 Good
Luciene R.
Nov 30, 2025
Luciene R.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joanne K.
Oct 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The property is beautiful and very well taken care of. Loved the location and how wonderful the owners were to help with organizing drivers, chef, and other needs. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back. Very special experience.
Joanne K.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Patrick L.
Aug 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property and Hosts!
This is my first time staying in Italy and San Gimignano. The listing of the property is accurate and everything was very clean and well maintained. The hosts Gabriel,, and rest of the team are exceptional with quick responses and clear communication. Our party had four adults and three children (ages 4-7)and this villa was perfect and safe to accommodate the young ones. We came in early August and it was hot, but the AC is great for American standards. The Villa is private but accessible to groceries, wineries, and shopping as we rented a car (highly recommended). The Villa owners are also able to coordinate private chefs which we partook in (also recommended) as we didn’t need to leave the area and no clean up necessary. The adults were able to go to a spa within 15 minutes to get massages. Within Villa Iris there was many amenities for the kids such as the large pool which we partook in basically everyday, table tennis, foose ball, and bocceball. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect location and hosts. I would definitely recommend Villa Iris and come back in the future.
Patrick L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Leonard F.
Jul 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Best Ever
My Family and I all enjoyed Villa Iris immensely!!The best location for seeing everything in Tuscany. Accommodation for our family was very good. Our children loved playing in the yard and everyone really enjoyed the pool. The owners just couldn’t do enough for us. Excellent staff, very helpful. Will try to get back again soon.Leonard & Family
Leonard F.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stephen L.
Jun 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Tuscany stay
It is a wonderful property, a beautiful villa with all expectations met, Caterina and Calorina were great hosts and looked after every detail. Location was great right in the middle of wine country
Stephen L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael P.
Mar 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Great place to stay with family/friends. The grounds are beautiful and immaculately maintained. The house is spotless. The owners organized a meal and a cooking class at the villa for us. They were willing and able to help in any way possible and were very organized with the check in and check out process. Will definitely return.
Michael P.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shannon W.
Oct 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Tuscany Paradise
From the first contact until our checkout, the communication was excellent. The Villa was very well decorated and provided an excellent venue for our 12 person group. The chef and hostess prepared a delicious meal and extraordinary service. The Villa provided an excellent place to rest for our group. Everyone had their own bedroom and bathroom. Caterina, Gabriel and Carolina were EXCELLENT to work with! I would definitely recommend this Villa to anyone looking for a central location in Tuscany!! We will definitely book this Villa again in the future. Sincerely Shannon & Marineth Wilks-Atlanta GA USA.
Shannon W.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steven R.
Sep 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation in Tuscany
Owners arranged chef prepared dinner one night. They also did a cooking class/dinner another night. Both were amazing. Property is as spectacular as you can imagine and centrally located. Rent a car to get around. Owners helped make other arrangements for our daily excusions.
Steven R.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen O.
Sep 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely beautiful villa
We went as a group of 10 friends. The villa is outstanding. Enough rooms and private bathrooms for all. The most wonderful garden and pool area. Private chef was worth every penny. Wonderful experience.
Karen O.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
maureen f.
Sep 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn't Ask For More
My husband and I spent 2 weeks at Villa Iris with our adult children and their spouses. The villa location is ideal and the views are even better in person, just breathtaking. The outdoor space is where we most of our living, and the pool is exceptional. Centrally located to Florence, Siena, Lucca and such easy access to San Gimignano for dinner, we all agreed it was ideal location. The chef services made us feel like royalty! If we can be back, we will!
maureen f.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Colin T.
Jun 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful Tuscan retreat!
This villa does not disappoint! We had a family of twelve including eight adults, three children, and one baby. It was the perfect space for our family. Each bedroom was equipped with its very own bathroom. We were all very comfortable in our space. We would take day trips to different cities and retreat to our villa in the evening time. We would either cook dinner ourselves or have the private chef cook wonderful meals for us. Watching the sunset at the villa was incredible. One of our favorite things to do was play bocce ball on the court! So fun! We would come back in a heart beat. The hosts were also very responsive to our needs.
Colin T.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daniel E.
Apr 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Villa outside of San Gimignano
Great villa and property that was fantastic for our group of 12, including 6 children between ages 5 and 11. So much for them to do with the open spaces, various games, pool, etc.
I’ve stayed in Italy with my family three times now and I think this was the best villa and location for driving to many of the great Tuscan cities.
Daniel E.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Danita G., St. Catharines, Ontario
Oct 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Group of 6 couples exploring Tuscany. We loved the Villa. It is large, comfortable, well equipped and it has a spectacular view of San Gimignano and Tuscan countryside. We enjoyed an on-site cooking class and an on-site Chef’s dinner.
We did not have a car for the first 3 days and that was a struggle. We walked to San Gimignano, and it’s a difficult journey. Our group is physically fit, and everyone found it very challenging - up a steep grade for about 45 minutes.
The farm next door (10 min walk) is fantastic for a wine tour/tasting and dining. It was a highlight for us.
Our group loved the bocce court, the large dining tables, and the outdoor covered terrace.
We highly recommend a stay at Villa Iris.
Danita G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tom K.
Sep 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place for Family Reunion
The property was exactly as described. We had 11 adults and an infant with us for a week long family reunion. Caterina was excellent to work with and made all the arrangements for us — chef dinners, cooking classes, wine tours, local dinner reservations, tours, and airport transfers. She was great to work with and very responsive. There were plenty of areas to relax and the outdoor dining area was perfect for our group. It is too far to walk into San Gimignano but we were able to walk to the local winery for our farewell dinner — which was very nice. It is a beautiful villa and completely met our expectations. The only negative was that the pool was too cold for most of us to swim despite temperatures in the low 80’s during the day. At night the temperatures were cool. The chef prepared dinners were excellent. Thanks for a fun time at Villa Iris where we made many new family memories.
Tom K.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carl G., Kennebunk, USA
Sep 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A Tuscan Paradise
We heartily agree with all positive comments in the previous reviews! Examples include: The chef's dinners at the villa are delicious and very fun; the villa itself is fantastic, and Caterina, Lucia and Gabriele are delightful to deal with; lunches and dinners at Fattoria Poggio Alloro are excellent; using the villa for short day trips and cooling off in the pool after, made for perfect vacation memories; the nearby Pam supermarket in Poggibonsi is very convenient; the villa's air conditioning works perfectly, even in 90+ temperatures; the Wifi reaches all parts of the property, including the pool area.
Regarding driving in Tuscany: We were uncertain if we'd be able to drive independently with our rental car (knowing from past experience how fast and aggressive the drivers are in Sicily, Rome and Naples). We guessed we'd travel by train instead, but driving proved to be quite easy. The roads are clearly marked and the local drivers, although a little fast, are not a problem. It's really important to download an offline map in Google Maps before you leave home (there are videos in YouTube explaining how to do this). With an offline map downloaded to your phone, you can get driving directions without an internet connection.
On a typical day we explored the area, had a nice lunch, and returned home to cool off in the pool and play bocce. We thank Caterina, Lucia and Gabriele for an amazing vacation, one of our favorites ever. We highly recommend this villa!
Carl G.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Darren T.
Aug 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Words nor pictures do this place justice
What an amazing visit. 12 of us descended upon Villa Iris and we all left beaming with light. This place is special and while I'm sure there are other lovely Villas in the area, you cannot go wrong here. Gabrielle and Caterina were amazing at making sure we had everything we needed and were incredibly responsive. Shower snobs will LOVE the water pressure, which was a pleasant surprise. Hanging out by the pool and bocce court was a regular night time routine and we grilled 2x on the outdoor grill, which was spectacular. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great group getaway.
Darren T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paul W.
Jul 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular Villa Iris
What a special place this was. We had 9 guests in our group, all family members, and everyone just loved the place. The owners prepared a fantastic dinner for us on the day of our arrival and it was much appreciated as we had all traveled the entire day. We used the pool daily due to the warm temperatures and it was a great place to relax after a day of touring. The large outside table was also special, as it was our go to place for meals, cards and late night discussions. The location of the Villa makes it easy to travel for day trips in the surrounding area. Thank you for all your hospitality and we will definitely consider returning in the future.
Paul W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jill M.
Jun 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience at the Villa Iris!
We had the best three weeks at the Villa Iris! The owners, car service and property manager were all fantastic. We would go back for sure! We toured 6 villages while we were in Tuscany and by far our favorite was San Gimignano. We highly recomend this Villa and team!
Jill M.
Stayed 21 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kara D.
Apr 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay with amazing hosts
Caterina, Lucia and Gabriel are truly wonderful hosts. From before I even booked our stay, Caterina answered every question our group had. She helped to ensure we had all of the information we needed to have a wonderful trip, and helped us arrange tours to other towns, chef prepared wine dinners at the villa that were exceptional and winery tours and tasting lunches that were informative and delicious. Caterina and Lucia provided a thorough check in at the Villa, showing us everything we needed to know during our stay at Villa Iris, and we’re available for any questions or concerns we had throughout the week. The response was almost immediate every time and they couldn’t do enough to make sure we were enjoying every moment of our trip.
I have wanted to bring my parents to Italy since I visited my first time back in college, and we couldn’t have picked a better place to stay. From the grounds and pool, to the incredible kitchen and dining room where we were able to share some beautiful meals together as a family, to the bedrooms — Villa Iris is a truly special place and we will be sure to tell all of our family and friends about it (we already have)!
We also wanted to mention how lovely Sonia was as our driver. She is a very safe driver, and knowledgeable of the areas. She helped us get the most out of each experience and was extremely patient and easy going on every trip.
We had an amazing family vacation and that’s due in large part to our stay at Villa Iris. We’re already planning our next trip back!
Kara D.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Larry G.
Nov 16, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome facility and location
great facility
lovely outdoors
cooking class with chef was terrific
Larry G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
David T., La Quinta, California, United States
Sep 10, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
A Magical Week In Tuscany
Due to Covid, we had to delay our trip by one year. Gabriel, the owner, and Caterina, the property coordinator were very accommodating in helping us choose dates for our 2022 visit. By delaying by one year, we had two couples celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary which made the trip even more special. We were a group of 10, five couples, four from California and one from Missouri. The property was perfect for entertaining, especially with the pool and bocce ball court. There was some heavy competition among the Lake La Quinta International Bocce Ball Team. Having six en-suite rooms was perfect for our private time. We enjoyed a chef’s dinner one evening. The food, the service and the ambiance was outstanding. We also used the van service which was coordinated thru the property coordinator. Sonia, was truly phenomenal. She was able to take us on several sightseeing and wine tasting trips which added so much to our experience. On our final evening, we had dinner at the neighboring Fattoria Poggio Allora. Gabriel, the owner made a call to the owner of the agritourismo and let him know that his special guests from the Villa Iris were coming for dinner. The experience was out of this world and exceeded all expectations. It was truly the best possible ending to a magical week in Tuscany.
Grazie Mille to Gabriel, his lovely wife, and Caterina for making our week so enjoyable and memorable. This is definitely a five star property and experience!
David T.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Aug 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay near San Gimignano
We just returned from an amazing week in Tuscany on this beautiful rustic property. We had 14 people (including 2 seniors and 6 children under 10 years old). Everybody loved the house and the outdoor space was the absolute best- our kids had the most amazing time in the pool, playing bocce ball, foosball and ping pong. Despite the pool not being heated, it wasn’t an issue at all, the hot summer days kept the pool warm enough and our kids who are usually sensitive to cold water did not complain at all. Even better was the hospitality of our hosts- Gabriele, Lucia and Caterina were very responsive to our needs and went above and beyond to attend to any questions or issues we had. Gabriele even brought over fresh produce from his uncle’s garden and a brand new folding bed! They were lovely people and you could tell they really cared for the comfort of their guests and wanted the best experience for them. Their location was ideal, just an 8 minute drive to San Gimignano (don’t miss Gelateria Dondoli- they truly have the best gelato!!) and a 2 minute drive to Fattoria Poggio Alloro, which we did a wine tasting one day and had dinner another day (both wonderful experiences, and the view is just beautiful). We did not use their chef services but did cook in many days, which was easy to do in their kitchen (Pam supermarket is 15 mins away and I went there nearly everyday, they have everything there!) Thank you Gabriele, Lucia and Caterina! We hope to return in the future!
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Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Arturo Z.
Aug 2, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house in fantastic location, great garden and pool, interior needs a refresh
The outstanding: Chef Meals prepared at the house (by Baba and Olga at an extra charge) are superb, do not miss them, The Garden and Pool (not heated). Air '
conditioning makeas all the difference in the Summer, loved it. Caterina and Lucia are prompt in theirresponses and take care of all your needs (Thanks).
The good: The villa is spacious and located very well for access to most of the Tuscan attracitons within 1.5 hours tops, it can confortably sleep 6 couples. It has a very nice view of San Gimignano from the pool area (while standing up).
The average: The decoration inside the Villa is old and dated, it lacks a proper living room area to relax as a group, and while bathrooms are addequate, there is no storage space for your bath items, and very little space for clothes in the rooms.
All in all a very god experience, and if the interior is renovated tastefully, it would be a true gem.
Arturo Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sue G., North Vancouver, Canada
May 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Tuscan retreat
Our group of 8 looked at numerous villas but this one checked all of the boxes plus offered a 60 day cancellation policy which was necessary during the uncertainty of Covid. Fortunately, our timing worked out perfectly and restrictions were eased when we arrived.
Communication with Caterina (the girl who arranges everything) was excellent. She was very quick to respond and was extremely helpful. During our stay, I could always just text her requests and she would respond instantly.
We quickly realized the walk to San Gimignano was instead a long hike. A few of us did it a few times in the morning but you don't want to be walking the trail into town for dinner. The villa has a driver that can be hired on request. For her to take you into San Gimignano for dinner is 50 euros each way and her van can seat 8 people so we did that a couple of times during our week. For pick up, we just text her 20 minutes prior to when we want to be picked up. We also hired Sonia for a day of wine tasting so she took us to three wineries that she booked for us. She was fantastic.
For our last night, we arranged for a chef to come in and make dinner for our group and it was fantastic and wished we did that twice. We shopped at the PAM Supermarket in Poggibonsi about 10-15 minutes away by car and you can find pretty much everything at reasonable prices.
Note that both the pool and whirlpool are not heated. We stayed from May 7th to May 14th and the first couple of days were cool but it gradually got warmer every day. During our last few days, it because a refreshing plunge pool to cool down when it got too warm in the sun. We really enjoyed playing some bocce while having drinks in the afternoon.
I only noticed a couple of swings in the playground area so anyone coming with children may want to inquire about the playground set up.
The only real issue we had was the dining room table inside. As mentioned our first couple of nights were cool so we could not have dinner outdoors. The tabletop is a gorgeous slab of wood, however the surface is very uneven so we had a difficult time setting the table and trying to balance wine glasses to avoid spilling. Adding a piece of glass or plexiglass over the wood table top would certainly be helpful.
The best part of the villas is the outdoor space so you do want to be there when the weather is nice. Our group had a very memorable week here. Grazie Gabrielle and Caterina!!
Sue G.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Joan D., New York
Oct 20, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise is real!
We had the good fortune to stay at Villa Iris for 10 days. It was a dream come true. The location was perfect and the views from the property were spectacular. We were 7 adults and needed 4 en-suite bathrooms. We had six bedrooms to choose from and each one was perfect. The kitchen was amazing and we gathered each night around the huge dining room table. They provided a chef to cook for us and we even took cooking lessons. The grounds are gorgeous and we often gathered by the pool area just to relax and sit and chat. But most important they were amazingly responsive to anything we needed. When we needed a cab they arranged for us. Any questions were answered immediately. We hope to return in the future! Perfect hosts and perfect location!