6/10 Okay
David S.
30 September 2019
A real get away from it location
This property is truly isolated, about two hours drive from Florence airport. A robust vehicle is required as the roads of Tuscany are a little rundown and the access to Le Tanelle is an unmade, steep drive. The view and isolation is worth the effort. There have been changes to the property since the marketing photographs on the site. Some improvements like safety cables around the pool area making it safer for children other elements of the building have moved on as the restoration is a work in progress.
Deer freezing in the pasture most morning whilst you drink your coffee is one of the finest ways to start your day whilst looking at views as far as the eye can see.
Check in and out process was a little sketchy, contact the greeter about 30 minutes before arrival, as they have to travel to the property to meet you. Check out time should be confirmed, as our booking stated 11:00 but the cleaners arrived at 09:20 and pressured us to leave at 10:00.
The pool is an absolute blessing with the kids, as it was hot and we kept them cool and entertained. Great location for day trips out, as far as Pisa and Siena.
Be mindful that WiFi does not reach through the entire building and is slow (if this is an issue on a get away from it holiday). Television was not even turned on, mainly due to its age but also because we didn’t need it.
There is an outdoor barbeque and pizza oven (check the pizza oven is working).
Four large bedrooms (3 upstairs with two bathrooms), 1 bedroom downstairs slightly dislocated as its across a courtyard from the kitchen, with bathroom in the main part of the house.
Good shops and restaurants within 30 minutes drive.