Guests say
Villa Poggio in Tuscany receives high praise for its spaciousness, comfort, and excellent location, ideal for exploring nearby sights. Guests commend the attentive owner, Paola, for her exceptional cooking and hospitality, including thoughtful touches like stocking the fridge and providing garden gifts. The villa's historical charm, ample grounds, and pool are consistently appreciated, making it a favoured choice for large groups and family gatherings.
There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide an accurate score.
The villa's central location is highly praised for its easy access to famous Tuscan sights such as Florence, Siena, and San Gimignano, making it an excellent base for exploring the region.
Guests find the villa roomy and comfortable, with special mentions of the property's ability to accommodate large groups without feeling crowded, contributing to a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
The villa boasts excellent facilities, including a well-equipped kitchen, outdoor cooking area, and a magnificent swimming pool. The presence of many bathrooms and benches adds to the convenience and enjoyment.
The owner's thoughtfulness is evident through gestures like stocking necessities and providing meals. While gifts from the garden are mentioned, it should be noted that such personal touches, though delightful, may not be guaranteed.
About this property
Lovers of food, art, and wine will find holiday perfection at this villa in Tuscany. The panoramic views of Chaina Valley - Cortona, Montecchio Castle and more - will inspire you. The villa consists of the main villa and an adjacent cottage, decorated in easy country style, and surrounded by a two hectare garden with meadows and olive trees. Children can play freely here, by the pool, in the garden, or in the natural forest of ash, oaks and old cypresses.
Inside the villa, recently uncovered frescoes speak to the history of the home. Here you’ll you reconnect with friends and family over unforgettable food and wine (Paola, the owner, recommends you try the olive oil that is produced on-site.) There’s space for all to dine together on the terrace, or in the dining room of the main house. The impressive chef’s kitchen makes feeding a crowd a cinch - even better if you arrange catered meals.
The best art and culture of Tuscany can be found within easy driving distance of your holiday villa: for example, Florence (80 km), Cortona (20 km), Siena (45 km), and Arezzo (25 km), to name but a few. Come drink it in!
Visitors to Tuscany come for many reasons. Many come in search of fine art and others to explore the extraordinary countryside. Gourmets and wine buffs descend on Tuscany to enjoy the simple but wonderful cuisine and wine. Walkers enjoy the mountain paths, cyclists the rolling hills, and summer vacationers the sea coast and islands. Students come to learn the beautiful Italian language and culture.
From the Etruscans to the Romans to the Renaissance, Tuscany is possibly the greatest repository of art in the world, from extraordinary paintings and sculptures to frescoes and architectural masterpieces. This captivating region is a hub of Italian life, boasting the finest dining, the finest wines and breathtakingly picturesque scenery.
Villa Poggio is located in Lucignano, an old medieval hamlet at the entrance of the Val di Chiana, close to various cities of art and culture in Tuscany and Umbria. It is only 20 km away from Cortona, 25 km from Arezzo, 45 km from Siena, 80 km from Florence, 60 km from Perugia, 75 km from Assisi and 60 km from Orvieto.
Lucignano is an ancient village in southern Tuscany located at the top of a gentle hill in Val di Chiana. It borders the provinces of Arezzo and Siena, and it represents one of the most extraordinary examples of a medieval town with its concentric elliptical ring roads.
Guests who walk in its maze of streets will have a sense of pleasant fun. Every corner is worth a visit and a photo. The upper part of the town includes the Town Hall, with its museum full of precious objects, the Church of S. Francesco, filled with frescoes by Bartolo di Fredi, the Collegiate Church and the Church of the Society of Mercy, with its unique museum.
Lucignano is a favourable location in a dominant position at 414 meters above sea level, in the Val di Chiana on the road between Siena and Arezzo. It is an area of historical importance since ancient times. Today, the central location and proximity to major roads and railways makes the town extremely interesting as a starting point for visiting the most important historical and artistic sites in central Italy.
The town has the charm of an ancient village that has preserved the traditional agricultural and craft and offers the visitors an exciting range of products: high-quality extra virgin olive oil, honey wine and Chianina meat. The region is also famed for its furniture, carvings, ceramics and jewelry.
Location
- 20 km away from Cortona
- 25 km from Arezzo
- 45 km from Siena
- 80 km from Florence
- 60 km from Perugia
- 75 km from Assisi
- 60 km from Orvieto
Accommodation
The Main House
Ground Floor
- Kitchen with oven and kitchen utensils
- Dining room
- Lounge with large fireplace, satellite TV and internet
- 2x double bedrooms
- Twin bedroom
- x3 bathrooms
- Games room with football table and board games
First Floor
- 3x double bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms
- 2x quadruple suites (double bedroom with ensuite bathroom and private living room with two sofa beds)
Cottage
- Double bedroom
- Bathroom with shower
- Entrance/living room with sofa bed
- Veranda
Outside grounds
- Swimming pool (7x14 m, depth from 1,20 to 1,40 m) Open approximately May - September
- Wood-fired pizza oven
- Ping pong
- Private parking (8-10 or more)
Facilities
- Air conditioning in bedrooms, living room and dining area (extra cost)
- Wi-Fi
- TV and satellite
Reviews (9)
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Edda
The Villa is great, all the rooms are good. Facility's excellent, kitchen and outdoor cooking area very good. Swimming pool nice and lots of benches. The Owner and her sister cook the most delicious meals. We are a group of 18 friend's and we are all happy staying in the Villa.
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Edda
The Villa is great, all the rooms are good. Facility's excellent, kitchen and outdoor cooking area very good. Swimming pool nice and lots of benches. The Owner and her sister cook the most delicious meals. We are a group of 18 friend's and we are all happy staying in the Villa.
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Edmond T
We came as a family of 16 for our 50th anniversary. The house swallowed us up nicely, and 9 bathrooms were welcome. There is plenty of room to roam, and the children loved the grounds and the pool. It's also very central to visit Tuscany sights - Florence, Siena, San Gimignano etc. Paola, the owner, took very good care of us. She stocked the fridge and kitchen with enough necessities for several days, for a small fee. She also cooked a wonderful meal for us as part of the concierge service (extra, of course). Second course - best lasagna ever! We also benefited from several gifts from her garden. The house has quirks, as one would expect from a 1000 year old home, but it really grew on us, and we would return if we could.