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Charming Villa with private pool between Pienza and Montepulciano

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5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Villa with private pool between Pienza and Montepulciano

Villa Il Gelso is one of the three Villas of Casali Cellini . Careful restoration finished in May 2015 , using original period materials, has maintained the style of the farm and ensured an ancient atmosphere with modern technology. The main Villa has 2 beautiful double bedroms ensuite on the first floor and one double bedroom with its own bathroom on the groundfloor. The Suite Cottage , 10 metres far from the Main Villa, offers a very big double bedroom with fire place and a huge bathroom with a big shower and modern bathtube. The cottage , 10 metres far from the Suite Cottage , offers an elegant double bedroom with shower and double sinks inside , toilette separated. We rent the whole property . The spacious bedrooms have been decorated with elegant colours. Stylish and spacious bathrooms, equipped with bathtub, shower (2 with water massage ) and all amenities to complete intimate privacy during your stay.A spacious livingroom and dining room with an amazing modern fireplace is situated on the ground floor.
From the living room you can access to the ground floor double bedroom. From the dining room you access at the beautiful modern kitchen through an aperitive area.

The kitchen is equipped with all amenities (90 cm oven , 90 cm electric hob, dish washer, toaster, american coffee, Nespresso coffe machine ) . Directly outside the kitchen you access the gazebo area where you can have lunch or dinner (10 people) with a marvellous view of Montepulciano. Next to the gazebo area you can enjoy a barbeque grills with friends. You can admire the breathtaking views of the gentle Tuscan hills all around and ear the sound of silence.
The large private garden with a panoramic wonderful swimming pool looking out over Montepulciano to guarantee you a relaxing holiday. In the laundry you can find a wash machine and dryer.
The whole Villa has air conditioning, heating and wi-fi provided. Safe on request.
Dogs are welcome!
WE RENT THE WHOLE PROPERTY; BOOKING FROM SATURDAY TO SATURDAY

Property manager

Mariacristina Cellini

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Massages

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Bidet
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3229 sq ft (300 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Note from host: Pets are welcome

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) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Max 50 people
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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 information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Charming Villa With Private Pool Between Pienza Montepulciano

About the neighborhood

Map
Montefollonico Torrita di Siena SI, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Dome of Montepulciano - 14 min drive
  • Piazza Grande - 14 min drive
  • Cantina Contucci - 14 min drive
  • Palazzo Avignonesi - 14 min drive
  • Terme di Montepulciano Spa - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Montepulciano Station - 23 min drive
  • Sant Egidio Airport (PEG) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Poliziano - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Enoteca La Dolce Vita SRL - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪E Lucevan le Stelle - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante degli Archi - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Le Logge del Vignola - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Villa with private pool between Pienza and Montepulciano pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Charming Villa with private pool between Pienza and Montepulciano?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Villa with private pool between Pienza and Montepulciano?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Villa with private pool between Pienza and Montepulciano located?

This family-friendly Torrita di Siena villa is located in a rural location, steps from Val di Chiana, and within 6 mi (10 km) of RI Crea RE and Palazzo Borgia. Artemisia Gallery and Civic Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Charming Villa with private pool between Pienza and Montepulciano Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
"Hostess With The Mostest"
Nine of us spent a wonderful week at Villa II Gelso. It was as lovely as the description and accommodated both our group activities and meals, as well as plenty of spots to get away from the group with a book or a nap. But the real jewel was our hostess, Mariacristina. For the year leading up to our trip there she patiently answered a ton of questions, always responding within hours of our emails. She gave us some great recommendations and helped arrange a visit to De Ricci, an amazing winery, and a chef who came to the villa to make us a couple dinners. She even led a yoga class for us on the grounds! While we were there she was immediately responsive to any of our requests. She had described her villa to me as "shabby chic" and I would add to that extremely cozy and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tuscan Haven
Fantastic stay in beautiful property . Best villa we’ve stayed in and we’ve stayed in many. Good bathrooms and good kitchen equipment here .These two things have let other properties down. Nice quality glassware and cutlery , not the usual mismatch. Villa is in peaceful location , yet handy for the lovely town of Montepulciano and its restaurants and supermarket . Excellent, easy communication with Mariecristina . Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H., Vancouver, British Columbia

Liked: Cleanliness
Tuscan retreat
We had a group of 11 stay and could not have loved our time more. The location was a great central spot to drive to different towns. We loved relaxing by the pools in the afternoons and our dinners al fresco. An incredible place to spend your vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edith C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tuscany dream vacation!
Our extended family travelled to Tuscany for two weeks and this property was everything we hoped for. The views are amazing, the main villa and casitas have plenty of amenities. the host Mariacristina provided great suggestions for groceries, places to visit and restaurants around the area. Highlights of our trip included a winery tour, day trips to Florence, Montepulciano, Pienza, Siena and Rome (to name a few), a cooking class at the villa and plenty of time lounging by the pool admiring the local surroundings. Thanks for such an amazing vacation!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
I gave Villa IL Gelso and Mariachristina my highest 5 star rating.
Wow - I don't know where to begin. We absolutely loved the time we spent here. The Villa was exactly as described - rustic, private, clean, peaceful, comfortable and with all the modern conveniences. It was hot for a few weeks and the air conditioning worked great. The location is 15 minutes to Montepulciano and even less time to Pienza. Close enough to food shopping and anything else you need, but far enough away to really sense that you are in the Tuscany countryside. The grounds and pool are well maintained and the views and sunsets are amazing. The cleaning crew came every Saturday to change towels, sheets and do a thorough cleaning of all 3 houses. Mariacristina was a great host and always made herself available for questions, recommendations and any minor issues that came up. We hired a cook to come twice and our entire family had a wonderful time and the food was absolutely delicious. I gave Villa IL Gelso and Mariachristina my highest 5 star rating. Thank you so much for a unforgettable vacation.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

randy d.

Liked: Cleanliness
villa gelso II
Excellent wonderful property! We visited a different town everyday, none more than 11/2 hours away. The pool was relaxing after long days of touring. We had 4 couples and each had their own ensuite bedroom. The property couldn't be better!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tuscan Travelers
Wonderful and relaxing time was had by all. Great location with majestic vistas and MariaChristina made sure all care was taken.
Stayed 21 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S., New Canaan, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
Beauty in Tuscany
The property was stunning with magnificent views of the countryside. The house and cottages were wonderfully maintained. Mariachristina was always available to answer a question (or restock firewood). She made everything easy. I cannot wait to come back to this special place.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gwen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
El Gelso
Wonderful week in Tuscany.Our host was excellent and attentive
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Felt At Home
Mariacristina and her villa are first class! Every recommendation was spot on! After a short while we felt like we were at home only with fabulous scenery!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tuscan holiday
Breathtaking Tuscan views from a beautifully appointed villa. Mariacristina is an amazing host, always there when you need her.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Edward W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply wonderful
Everything was perfect! The villa was better than advertised, the location was perfect, there was good walking from the villa, the views were fantastic, we were away from everything but everything was close, etc.! Mariacristina was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bill M., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply the best
Spectacular villa in an amazing location overlooking Montepulciano. All of the rooms at the villa were immaculately clean, stylishly decorated and well appointed. There is a beautiful pool area with a large outdoor covered dining area, charcoal grill and large fire pit. Our host Maria Christina is a wonderful person and the perfect host! We loved this place, it is definitely the finest VRBO where we have ever stayed!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning villa and location
We were a group of 4 couples (family and friends) that have just returned from a fantastic week at IlGelso. Mariacristina is so welcoming, friendly and helpful. She was very quick to respond if we needed any help or advice. The villa, grounds and views are spectacular. It’s nicely laid out with 3 double bedrooms in the main villa and 2 separate cottages (which are amazing). This works well as it gives each couple their own space. The swimming pool is absolutely wonderful – it’s so clean and inviting, well maintained and a good size for swimming. There are plenty of loungers for sunbathing and the view is amazing. The location is great and we visited lovely towns and villages. We enjoyed visits to Montepulciano, Pienza and Montefollonico as well as some local wineries. However, we chose to spend much of our time at the villa around the pool relaxing and enjoying the views and the peace and quiet. We all had a wonderful week and recommend the villa and Mariacristina without hesitation.

10/10 Excellent

Rita D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Family Vacation Ever!
Our family had an amazing vacation week at the property. If there are any questions, the response time is very fast. It is prefect for multigenerational travel. Mariachristina's property is as beautiful as in the photos and is a relaxing place to spend family time. Local towns are very convenient to visit and all of the recommendations we received worked out perfectly. The grandchildren loved the pool and the evenings by the fire were very nice. The recommended chef prepared our dinner and that was a true culinary experience. We enjoyed our time very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Victoria L.

Thank you! <3
Thank you for beautiful stay in such a peaceful location, for all the help and tips along the way, we had great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

john e.

Tuscan charm with Modern Furnishings
Villa Il Gelso is a beautiful property with the all the benefits of a quiet countryside location with views of Montepulciano and the modern furnishings you would expect in a city hotel. It all combines for a perfect place to relax in comfort and enjoy the many villages just a short drive away. Our group thoroughly enjoyed the villa and all of the nearby activities that come with it. Mariacristina is a great hostess and was happy to arrange multiple activities including truffle hunting with Pierpaolo, chef nights at the villa with Alessandro, and wine tasting at a small family Brunello estate which was the best winery experience any of us had ever had. She was very attentive to our needs which was much appreciated. We will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

MAURO M.

Charme e conforto
Vila Il Gelso é simplesmente maravilhosa. A casa é charmosa, espaçosa, confortável e está muito bem localizada, numa área com vista explendida dos campos da Toscana. Mariacristina é uma anfitriã muito atenciosa, que nos forneceu todas as informaçoes e dicas que solicitavamos. Enfim, temos planos de voltar aqui um dia.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Zahra C.

A gorgeous villa with beautiful views
We had a wonderful stay at the villa. It has been renovated baeutifully. Mariacristina was so helpful in booking us restaurants and recommending activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

Excellent villa, excellent area
This was a family trip with 9 people ages 84-17 and we all agree that it was perfect. The villa was clean and beautiful and easily accomodated all of us. Set on a hillside with views of Montepulciano, it was private, yet convenient. The pool and area around it was a favorite spot, as was the kitchen. Maria Christina helped arrange for local Chef Allesandro to prepare a welcome dinner and also a private cooking class later in the week. I was a highlight of the trip for several of us! Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Dorine G.

Great place to spend your holidays!
We really had a great time at the villa. Lovely, spacious and well equiped house, garden with beautifull views on the surrounding nature. Calme/tranquil situation. Nice and clean pool. The overall atmosphere is very relaxing. The owners are very helpfull and kind. The place is a gem. the kind of place you want to return to as soon as possible.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor S.

Perfect!
We stayed at this villa in June 2017 for our wedding in Montepulciano. The villa was absolutely perfect. Mariacristina made us very welcome, and was most helpful throughout our stay. The villa is beautifully decorated. The bedrooms were all very spacious, even the smallest is a good size and all of the bathrooms were immaculately presented. The villa is remote, quiet and peaceful surrounded by stunning views. It's located about a 15 minute drive from Montepulciano (taxis varied in price from 25euros to 70euros - no idea why). The setting is perfect with lots of outside space and a lovely pool area. Both Montepulciano and Montefollonico are nearby and stunning places to visit and the countryside and views are endless, I cannot recommmend this villa and Montepulciano in general highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Lovely property, great location
To end up with each of three generations saying how good it was ( ok the 5 month old didn't say it) tells the success. The property is lovely with everyone thinking it was really complete and such a range of afternoon outings within easy travel time. Everyone wants to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Shelagh D.

A Very Special Place
The villa is beautiful; very attractive and comfortable. The view from the grounds is amazing. The kitchen is well equipped and the beds are comfortable. Mariachristina is very pleasant and professional To deal with and responds really quickly to any requests. I wouldn't hesitate to return for another visit. We were a family group in italy to cycle and enjoyed it thoroughly. The only complication was that we drove to the end of the dirt rode and parked to start our ride because the bikes that we had were sensitive to the gravel but we didn't mind at all. I would recommend it to anyone.