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Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace
Interior
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 475 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany

Borgo la Chiusa has 3 independent units: 2 semi-detached houses (Legnaia and Porcilaia) and 1 independent villa (Fienile):

PORCILAIA (sleeps 4) this unit
LEGNAIA (sleeps 8) https://www.homeaway.co.uk/p8669997
FIENILE (sleeps 10) https://www.homeaway.co.uk/p8669998

Borgo la Chiusa was part of an ancient convent just outside the walls of Siena, offering guests wonderful views, peaceful environment and one independent villa and two deliciously restored to detached houses with Siena terracotta floors, stone walls, beamed ceilings and very beautiful finishing touches.

Porcilaia, whose name means pigsty, was converted from the original pigsty of Borgo la Chiusa, part of an ancient convent.

The house sits on the left side of the property and is accessed from a welcoming terraced patio at the front of the house.

Porcilaia is endowed with an open living area, cleverly organised to fit a comfortable sofa and armchairs, a modern kitchen and dining area.

The double bedroom and the twin bedroom sit on the back portion of the house, overlooking the beautiful paved backyard ideal for breakfast in the morning!

Two full bathrooms with shower, one next to the living room and the other next to the double, in the sleeping area.

The outside offers a well kept private garden and a lovely patio equipped with table, chairs, loungers, BBQ and umbrellas for outside eating and relaxing.

Property manager

Mr Simone Veneziano

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ecotours 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 807.3 sq ft (75 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Steps to the bedrooms area

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 and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 4
Note from host: Please ask in advance for any kind of event
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether 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
Property Registration Number IT052032B4MMDZWD5H

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Siena, Toscana

What's nearby

  • Siena Cathedral - 10 min drive
  • Piazza del Campo - 10 min drive
  • Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena - 11 min drive
  • University of Siena - 15 min drive
  • Palazzo Pubblico - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Monteriggioni Badesse Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Pasticceria Nannini - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Compagnia - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Da Michele - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Casa del Caffè - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Il Tagliere di Lele - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is steps from Val di Merse, and within 6 mi (10 km) of San Leonardo al Lago and Museo dell'Opera del Duomo. Battistero di San Giovanni and Palazzo Chigi-Saracini are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great base in Tuscany
We have just returned from a wonderful 10 night stay at Porcilia. The property was exactly as advertised and Francesca was a very welcoming and helpful host. The property was clean and well equipped. The pool was excellent and loved by all our party! The pool and the grounds were all very well maintained! We would highly recommend a stay at Porcilia!!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation
A wonderful property in a perfect location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A., Columbus, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed.
My sister and I had a wonderful time here. It was just what we needed at the end of a long day traveling around Tuscany. Francesca gave us much information about the Coop, places to park and restaurants. We loved the patio on the villa. It was so nice and private. We would definitely come back here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place to stay! Would highly recommend!!
We were so impressed with the villa. It was even better than we had expected. It was so charming, clean and in perfect shape. The area was so quaint and picturesque. The location was perfect and easy to get to so many other towns to tour around. We would highly recommend it to anyone looking for the perfect Tuscan experience. Francesca, our host, made everything very easy for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

DONNA F H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Borga la Chiusa
We loved our stay at Borga La Chiusa. The ambiance of the house was very Italian but yet with modern amenities. It was very enjoyable visiting Siena and the whole Tuscan area. The property also had a beautiful pool.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Siena
The property was amazing. It was exactly as pictured and well equipped. Francesca was so helpful and always available. I would recommend this place to everyone.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

bonnie p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary trip
Wonderful location for time away
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
This property is absolutely beautiful. We had a great stay once we found it. We had a lot of GPS problems finding it but finally called Simone and he explained it. The pool was so relaxing and there are so many beautiful villages nearby. Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W., San Francisco, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to explore Tuscany!
We had an amazing week here exploring Tuscany! The house was well appointed and super clean - a very comfortable place to spend our time when we weren’t out exploring the nearby towns! We were also traveling with our 7mo old baby, and we were supplied with a crib and high chair that worked really well for our son. We were able to cook dinner at the house almost every night, and enjoyed wine outside on the patio in the evenings - it was a great place to call home for the week, and we would definitely come back and stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

paulien V., Holland

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderfull!!
Amazing place to stay, very close to Sienna and 1 hour drive from Florence San Gimignano etc Clean , quiet and sooo beautiful Lovely pool I will come back for sure
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kendra C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Tuscany Villa
We had a wonderful stay at this villa! The location was perfect for exploring the central Tuscany region, but a car is definitely needed for a stay here. The villa was beautiful! We enjoyed the living space both inside and on the patio. Francesca, the villa owner cooked us a very tasty Welcome dinner the day we arrived. She was also available for any problems, but we did not have any issues. Simone, the property manager, was prompt with answers to any questions we had prior to arrival. If we ever return to this part of Italy we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G., Bentonville, AR

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, amazing villa for group or large family.
We were 4 couples who spent a week in this lovely remodeled villa. It exceeded our expectations. Bedrooms were all large with nice bathrooms and wonderful views. The outdoor area was perfect for relaxing after a day trip to one of the many day trips. Francesca cooked us two amazing dinners. Best food we had in Italy!! She was wonderful. We hated to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bliss
This was the best place we stayed in a month long trip. Unlike a lot of accommodation where you feel that they've filled the place with their old, unwanted items, this villa has been filled with new, matching crockery and well thought out furniture that is stylish and comfortable. It is luxurious and spacious and I would go back there over and over again. We LOVED it! If you go in a group there are 4 well sized similar rooms; so no arguments over who has the best room / view. It is in easy reach of Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Florence so a great location for site seeing; but it is so lovely, it is hard to tear yourself away from the house and the pool! I can't recommend it highly enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Experience in Great Location
This property is better than advertised if that is possible. The grounds are stunning, the pool is perfect for the hot summer and the villa is spotless. It basically has 4 master bedrooms upstairs each with their own en-suite and a fifth bedroom on the main floor which we did not need. The kitchen was fully equipped just pick up the groceries at the local Coop and you are set. But what makes this better than advertised is Francesca the owner. She is a wonderful host who is happy to give you any info you need of the area, suggest activities or direct you to some local restaurants. We even had Francesca cook us a couple meals when we were there and they were the best meals we had experienced during our trip. The location is in the center of Tuscany. Everything is an hour or less drive. Each day we went off in a new direction to experience the towns and sights. We would definitely return next time we are in Italy. Top Shelf property and host. Grazie from Kevin, Monica, Tony, Shelley, Terry and Christine, Vancouver, Canada
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gerben v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Lovely
Lovely place, lovely people, lovely environment
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Uwe N.

Liked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a Toscany holiday
Sehr schöne Location mit tollem Pool - ideal als Ausgangspunkt für einen Toskana-Urlaub
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Volker S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr schöne Unterkunft
Super Lage für Erkundung der Toskana.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

paulien V., Holland

Liked: Cleanliness
Geweldig!
Een prachtig huisje op een hele goede locatie , net naast Sienna Een dikke 10
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Aangenaam huis met alle comfort
Uitstekende vakantiewoning, goede uitvalsbasis om Toscane te verkennen, met zeer vriendelijke en behulpzame eigenaars.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Maarten L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fijne woning met alles erop en eraan
Fijne woning met alles erop en eraan