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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly

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 Tuscany Country House with private pool, barbecue & table tennis

Salceta is a typical Leopoldina style stone villa in September in the wonderful Valdarno area on a private and peaceful estate with woods, olive groves and wineyards. A meticulous restoration using high-quality materials and conveyance to a sense of beauty and elegance to the house.

The villa sleeps comfortably 10 people and is the ideal vacation solution for a group of friends or a family reunion that wants to spend an unforgettable Italian style vacation. In the outdoor area of Salceta guests will find all the amenities to spend a memorable holiday: a nice swimming pool (6x12) an Italian style meal, and a lovely garden.

The villa is located in a very strategic place: Florence, Arezzo and Siena are at 25-35 minutes by car. Nearby is the small town of Il Borro and Loro Ciuffenna, the medieval Church of Gropina, the many wineries and restaurants, and for fashion addicts the Prada outlet.
For those who are looking for thermal waters, the famous San Giovanni Terme in Rapolano Terme is less than 50 minute drive away.

Villa's description
Ground floor: a welcoming entrance, spacious bright living room with an open fireplace and sat TV. The kitchen has all the modern appliances you may need, and also the fireplace for a barbecue, a pizza oven and a table for 10 people to enjoy unforgettable dinners and lunches. 1 single bedroom, and bathroom (shower), storage room.
1st floor: cozy study room, 1 double bedroom, 2 twin bedded rooms, 1 single bed bedroom, 1 spacious double sink bathroom, 1 bathroom with large shower.
2nd floor: 1 air conditioned double bedroom with 3 windows giving a panoramic view of the countryside and ensuite bathroom (shower and tub).

Property manager

Marina De Giorgi

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Bidet
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Printer
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevators
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Unit size: 3229 sq ft (300 sq m)

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  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Note from host: only small pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Non sono ammesse feste ed eventi
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is no 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 IT051039C2C8KEZ39T

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 required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Campogialli - Terranuova Bracciolini, Toscana

What's nearby

  • Riserva Naturale Regionale Valle dell'Inferno e Bandella - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • La Salceta Winery - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Ganghereto House of Prayer - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Valle dell'Inferno e Bandella - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Arezzo Equestrian Centre - 33 min drive - 29.2 km

Getting around

  • Ponticino Station - 19 min drive
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Osteria dell'Acquolina - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Michelangelo SNC - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Da Mario e Vale - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪London Bar Gelateria - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Antica Macelleria Municchi SNC - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming Tuscany Country House with private pool, barbecue & table tennis have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Charming Tuscany Country House with private pool, barbecue & table tennis pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Charming Tuscany Country House with private pool, barbecue & table tennis?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Tuscany Country House with private pool, barbecue & table tennis?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Tuscany Country House with private pool, barbecue & table tennis located?

This family-friendly Terranuova Bracciolini villa is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Riserva Naturale Regionale Valle dell'Inferno e Bandella, Arno River and La Salceta Winery. Valle dell'Inferno e Bandella is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

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Charming Tuscany Country House with private pool, barbecue & table tennis Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home base in Tuscany for family
We all had an incredible time at Marina’s property. We had 8 people visit in total (two children aged 2 & 4, four adults and two seniors). We were celebrating my parents’ 65th birthdays and 35th anniversary. The house had more than enough room for a very comfortable, 6-night stay in Tuscany and was very central to all of the little towns we wanted to see. Marina takes obvious pride in the landscaping and maintenance of the property at Salceta, as the gardens and flowers are lush, and the pool is perfect (albeit a little chilly!). The temperature of the pool did not stop our two young children in enjoying the water. They played and splashed around while everyone enjoyed cold beverages and aperitivos around the pool. The grounds were flat and safe for the kids to run around, while the adults relaxed and visited outside. Marina cooked us a fabulous home-cooked meal the night we arrived at Salceta, and we appreciated this so much given we had spent the day travelling and arriving from the airport. We tried a few bottles of her wonderful wine, and it was the cherry on top to a great meal. My kids loved the lemon meatballs and we all enjoyed the delicious tagliatelle she had made. Marina, we loved your restaurant recommendations. They were spot-on! We tried a restaurant 1.5 in down the road and it was an an excellent spot for families with young children. We so enjoyed everything about our stay at Salceta. We hope to be back someday to experience it all again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Stay at Salceta Country House Was Amazing
Marina, Our stay at your Tuscany country home for nearly 30 nights exceeded our expectations! Bravo. We stayed June 10 to July 8, 2023 and will never forget your 25-acre property with its vineyard, vegetable garden and immaculate swimming pool. When you prepared my daughter Maddy and I a country pasta dinner unasked on our first night, I knew we were in good hands with you as a gracious host. Maddy's partner Sarah joined us a few weeks later, as did others. This was an emotional trip. Before she departed in 2020, my wife Tracy and I had vowed to each other to rent a big home in the Tuscany hills and invite friends and family to stay with us. Now that vow is kept, with such sweet memories. With its six comfy bedrooms and four baths, the tastefully renovated Salceta stone house easily accommodated the 11 people who came and went over our stay, each visiting for short periods. We all enjoyed Marina's wines made from vines grown on the property, and her olive oil. Her event suggestions were perfect. Excellent local winery visits resulted. She even arranged a pasta cooking class at the house where we humbly helped the expert cooking crew create a scrumptious lunch for a reasonable extra fee that included many courses and wines. Day trips to ancient Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Arezzo, Cortona, Poppi and elsewhere thrilled our adventurous hearts. Don't be shy to ask Marina for travel tips! This was the trip of many lifetimes. Thank you, Marina! Mike and Maddy
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein segensreicher Ort
Wir waren zwei Wochen in Salceta mit Freunden und Familie. Es war einfach wunderbar. Wir konnten alle super entspannen und den Pool genießen. Das Haus ist sehr groß und sehr gut ausgestattet. Man kann ihm anmerken, dass es geliebt wird und dass Marina selbst mit ihrer Familie und ihren Freunden Zeit hier verbringt. Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traumhaft
Wir haben uns rundherum wohlgefühlt. Marina hat mit ihrer Familie hier ein wunderschönes Anwesen, dass kein Wünsche offen lässt. Es bietet ausreichend Platz, hat großzügig liebevoll eingerichtete Zimmer, eine sehr gut bestückte Küche und einen traumhaften Außenbereich mit Pool incl. Whirlpool. Dieser sowie der Garten werden täglich von zwei Gärtnern in Ordnung gehalten, die aber kaum zu sehen sind und quasi im Hintergrund agieren. Marina war am Anreisetag vor Ort und hatte uns alle wichtigen Details, wie Spülmaschine und Waschmine erklärt, sowie wertvolle Ausflugtipps gegeben. Wir haben die 10 Tage sehr genossen und kommen bestimmt wieder. Vielen Dank !!!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superbe villa toscane
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans cette grande maison au calme et superbement décorée. Les enfants ont adoré la grande piscine et nous la grande cuisine pleine d'accessoires. L'accueil de Marina était chaleureux et elle s'est rendue disponible lorsque nous avons eu besoin d'elle. Les 2 seuls inconvénients étaient les lits de 2 chambres aux matelats moins confortables et les moustiques qui apparaissaient juste à l'heure de l'apéritif. Nous recommandons cette maison !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARC F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Excellent séjour dans cette demeure de rêve véritable paradis sur terre. Qualité du service proposé.
Magnifique propriété: calme et reposante; idéale pour passer un séjour en famille ou entre amis.L'environnement est majestueux.les chambres sont spacieuses et décorées avec goût.Les salles d'eau sont pratiques.le séjour impressionnant et la cuisine bien équipée. le Parc est entretenu régulièrement avec une grande piscine nettoyée régulièrement.Et que dire de Marina, la propriétaire toujours disponible, avenante, accueillante et qui s'exprime dans un parfait français....
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Deuxième sejour a la Salceta et on a adoré cette magnifique maison Toscane au charme fou qui est située dans un lieu bucolique ! Marina est une hôtesse d’exception et attentionnée. Communication rapide et efficace. Fortement recommandé surtout si vous souhaitez de la tranquillité car on se retrouve en pleine campagne entouré d’une magnifique nature et d’une luminosité magique!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric et Pascale J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Coup de cœur ! Cette maison est parfaite pour un séjour entre amis ! A recommander !
Nous avons passé un très agréable séjour. Nous avons particulièrement apprécié l’accueil, les conseils et la réactivité de Marina, l’environnement très beau, l’entretien du jardin et de la piscine, la propreté de la maison, son beau volume la qualité du linge .
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

GAUTIER C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Merveilleux séjour en Toscane
Mille mercis à Marina, notre hôte, pour son accueil, sa gentillesse, délicatesse tout au long du séjour. La maison très bien située dans la campagne toscane, ainsi que ses extérieurs, sont magnifiques, extrêmement bien décorés et entretenus. Nous avons passé un excellent séjour à 10 (dont 5 enfants), et y reviendrons sans hésiter lors d'un prochain séjour.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

anne l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Une magnifique maison dans un cadre enchanteur
La maison de Marina est très accueillante, avec beaucoup de charme, parfaitement équipée pour un groupe de 10 personnes. On s'y sent très bien. Toutes les pièces sont décorées avec goût. La chambre du dernier étage avec ses trois fenêtres ouvrant sur la campagne est incroyable. Nous avons aussi beaucoup aimé la cuisine. Le jardin est bien entretenu et la grande piscine très agréable pour se rafraîchir. La grande plancha permet de cuisiner des plats simples et savoureux. Marina est très sympathique et nous a donné d'excellents conseils pour les restaurants aux alentours et a même fait les réservations pour nous. Nous avons testé l'huile d'olive et le vin rouge de la propriété que nous recommandons sans hésiter. Salceta est idéalement située pour visiter Florence (on peut prendre le train à Monte Varchi), Sienne, Arrezzo et le village d'Il Borro. Un terrain de tennis à moins de 2 km Idéal pour se ressourcer et passer du bon temps en famille et entre amis.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hélène M., Montréal

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradis
Villa typique de la Toscane. Hôte charmante et très accommodante. Villa magnifique. Terrain spectaculaire et piscine très agréable. L’entretien du terrain est exceptionnel. Maison très bien équipée. Tout était parfait.

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely house in a quiet location
We rented this property for 4 weeks so that various family members could join us at various points during our stay. Everyone loved it particularly the swimming pool. The location was such that many “sites” were within no more than an hour’s drive. As we had young (grand)childrenwith us for much of the time, our eating out was primarily at lunchtime when many restaurants do not serve pizza. Worth bearing in mind that Lo Strettoio -2km from La Salceta - does do them at lunchtime on Tuesdays ! Sunday lunch is an institution and we very much enjoyed joining the locals on all 3 Sundays during our stay. Our nearest restaurant - Casa del Buono - was the most sophisticated ( lovely fish dishes) and the staff were both friendly and helpful. Marina has helpfully produced some information sheets with restaurant and other recommendations. We would not have run out of places to go and/or to eat if we had been there for 12 weeks let alone 4! We did go off piste on a number of occasions and enjoyed visits to Anghiari and Asciano, the former in particular being amazing. The kitchen is fairly simple but then so is most Italian food. We are already missing the fabulous tomatoes and mozzarella! Finally, Marina is a delightful owner and the wine from her vineyard is lovely

10/10 Excellent

Sophia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous place
Villa Salceta is a stunning house set away from the bustle of the cities. The house has everything one would need for a comfortable stay and Marina was extremely kind and helpful when we arrived tired from our journey. It is easy to get to Arezzo, Sienna and Florence, but also lovely to be away from the cities in a beautiful country house with cooling pool. We had a series of friends and family stay and the house was ideal for a large group. The wine is excellent, WiFi good , and local amenities easy to access. I thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Colin D., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property, wonderful owner
We just enjoyed a fantastic week in Tuscany and can’t imagine finding a better home to rent than this! We were 4 adults & 1 teenager so the house gave us more than enough room to spread out. It is a mid-1800’s farmhouse that has been meticulously updated while maintaining all of the original charm. We cooked almost every night, sourcing fresh herbs from the garden and dining al fresco. The pool is enormous and the perfect way to refresh following a day of exploring the Tuscan countryside (it’s only 2 years old). The property owner, Marina, is phenomenal! All correspondences beforehand were prompt and clear. We arrived late Sunday, when all the nearby supermarkets had closed; Marina escorted us to a small store nearby whose owners spoke no English, and helped us pick out some essentials. She has a wealth of knowledge of the area and made excellent suggestions for our stay. Last but not least...her wine & olive oil! Both excellent! A car is most definitely required, and makes day trips to nearby walled towns like Siena & Arezzo very convenient. Took the train from nearby Montevarchi in to Florence...very simple. The location, like everything else, is superb. We’re so happy with our decision and hope to return one day. Grazie Marina!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Viktoria O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mitten in der Toscana, fantastisch
Haus wurde mit viel Liebe und Geschmack renoviert und eingerichtet, gross genug, Pool super sauber, auch die Küche ist gut ausgestattet. Marina ist sehr nett und bei Bedarf telefonisch immer erreichbar, Infos zur Umgebung bzgl Einkaufen und Essen in folierter Form vorhanden. Jederzeit wieder!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve L.

Séjour de rêve
Notre famille de 7 personnes a passé une semaine de rêve à la Salceta! Marina est une hôtesse excessivement attentionnée pour ses invités! Présente pour nous accueillir et nous faire faire le tour de cette magnifique demeure qui nous a charmé des notre entrée par sa grande porte de bois. Les photos témoignent de la beauté des lieux et de sa nature lumineuse! Située de façon stratégique pour permette des visites des environs avec une a deux heures de route(Pise,Florence,Sienne) Nous avons été enchanté par toutes les suggestions de Marina depuis l’épicerie en passant par les restaurants,le vignoble Il Borro et la ville médiévale de Cortona! Nous recommandons fortement cette propriété et pourrions y retourner avec grand plaisir pour poursuivre notre découverte de la Toscane Famille Lacroix Bernier du Canada
Stayed 8 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Todd R.

Fantastic Tuscany Accomodation
If there were more than 5 stars, we would have selected the higher number. The property is wonderful, clean and quiet. The relative central location to amazing sites in Tuscany is exactly what we wanted. Very highly recommended!
Stayed 12 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eli H.

Beautiful house and gracious host
We had a lovely time at Salceta. The house is very comfortable, clean and well equipped. The location is gorgeous - peaceful and relaxing. The pool was warm and a welcome relief from the hot weather. Bepe came everyday to clean the pool and sorted out a wasp invasion! The mosquitos were irritating so we would advise stocking up on sprays etc. The markets locally were excellent for fresh local produce and the Coop in Montevarchi was good for the other shopping. We would recommend Marina’s wine and olive oil - both delicious. She is also a very gracious host. We would highly recommend the house and will definitely return.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mel B.

Magical
We had a wonderful family holiday in a beautiful house with loads of room for 8 adults and two dogs. The house and location were amazing. The views were breathtaking from the house and in the general area and the grounds, which are extensive, were well taken care of as was the fantastic pool. The house was also perfectly positioned for trips out for those who could drag themselves away from the pool. The stylish and beautifully decorated house was well equipped - there was absolutely nothing we couldn't find, the crockery and glassware were gorgeous and numerous. Marina was so kind, helpful and generous. I have no reservations or complaints. A wonderful week was spent. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Nos hemos sentido como en nuestra casa. Casa muy agradable. Piscina magnífica.
Merci Marina pour votre gentillesse et votre accueil. On a passé un séjour très agréable. Votre vin est très bon ! La piscine magnifique et votre maison très propre et accueillante. Belle région !
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sonja L., Hamburg

Idylle pur
Salceta ist ein wunderschönes, großes, geräumiges, altes Steinhaus inmitten schönster Natur. Es hat 6 Schlafzimmer, 2 davon mit Einzelbetten, die Matratzen sind unterschiedlich gut-mittel. Die Kopfkissen waren sehr gut, ebenso die Decken, die sehr sauber waren (wir haben woanders schon andere Erfahrungen gemacht). Im Dachzimmer ist eine Klimaanlage, ansonsten stehen einem 2 Ventilatoren zur Verfügung. Die Küche ist groß - ebenso wie alle Räume - und hat alles, was wir zum Kochen brauchten. Aus der Küche geht man zu dem herrlichen Sitzplatz, der von Glyzinien umrankt ist und so sehr gut Schatten spendet, so dass man dort zu jeder Tageszeit sitzen kann. Für uns war das i-Tüpfelchen des sehr gepflegten Anwesens der große Pool, der einfach fantastisch ist. Jeden Morgen kommt der Poolpfleger, so dass er immer sauber ist. An allen Beckenrändern kann man stehen, er vertieft sich in der Mitte, an einer Seite sind Stufen und in einer Ecke eine Art Whirlpool. Gestört haben uns nur die vielen stechenden Insekten, darüber liest man auch im Gästebuch. Wir hatten einfache Fliegenfenster mit und haben dort noch welche dazu gekauft, es war sonst nicht möglich, nachts die Fenster offen zu lassen ohne zerstochen zu werden. Wir haben uns abends zusätzlich mit Anti-Stech Mittel eingesprüht. Aber abgesehen davon war alles perfekt, das Haus ist sauber und großzügig, der Wasserdruck - auch wenn ich hier vielleicht zu sehr ins Detail gehe - war super, die Duschen prima, es gibt am Haus auch eine Außendusche. Im Garten befindet sich noch ein zweiter Sitzplatz, von dem aus man einen herrlichen Blick in die weitläufige Natur hat. Wir haben es sehr genossen, abends dort am Grundstücksrand zu sitzen. Marina ist sehr freundlich und jederzeit erreichbar, zur Begrüßung und zum Abschied war sie kurz in ihrem Haus, welches gegenüber dem Haupthaus auf dem Grundstück ist. Salceta liegt recht versteckt, was auch den Reiz ausmacht, und war für uns von Florenz mit dem Mietwagen kommend, nicht alleine auffindbar. Marina hatte von Anfang an angeboten, uns zu treffen und hinzuführen und so haben wir es dann auch gemacht. Die nächste Einkaufsmöglichkeit ist im kleinen Ort Campogialli, aber Montevarchi mit seinen großen Supermärkten ist auch prima zu erreichen. Wir können Salceta absolut empfehlen und würden dort sehr gerne wieder unseren Urlaub verbringen, wir haben die Zeit genossen, herzlichen Dank an Marina.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui K.

wonderful holiday
Large comfortsble with a lovely pool. our family of 10 inc. children all enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

janice s., Reading

Tuscan perfection
The Schiffman family and friends thoroughly enjoyed our two-week sojourn at La Salceta. The lovely rural setting, tastefully restored villa and Marina's hospitality contributed to a memorable experience. Nothing was overlooked to make our stay as comfortable and worry-free as possible. Although La Salceta is secluded and nestled among grapevines, cypresses,d lavender and rosemary, it is convenient to all the historic cities and charming hill towns. Moreover, the co-ops in Terranova-Braciolini and Montevarchi provide for excellent food shopping - as do the nearby groceries, butchers and bakeries. Marina also provided a list of recommended restaurants that lived up to her descriptions and our expectations. We were especially delighted when Marina offered to prepare a typical Tuscan dinner upon our arrival. We could not have asked for a more delightful introduction to this sublime region of Italy. Grazie, Marina.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas M.

A Special Place
We spent four days at Salceta in June and left wishing it could have been four weeks. The views of the Valdarno hayfields from the garden, Marina’s vineyard, the surrounding olive groves and hills are all breathtaking, and we found it easy to relax and detach from our usually hectic lives amid so much serenity. The house is spacious, comfortable, and well equipped, and it’s even more beautiful than the pictures convey. With high ceilings and ample rooms, it’s quite a bit larger inside than it might seem, and the terracotta floors and Marina’s amazing eye for decoration make it warm and intimate as well. The kitchen, with its stone sink and trumpet-vine covered pergola just outside, was a highlight for us—rustic but very well-appointed with all the implements one could need, and a great place to gather the family to cook and share meals. When booking we were initially a little concerned about the remoteness of the location, but found the house to be the perfect base for exploring the region. It is definitely very rural, but there are wonderful farm restaurants (“osterie”) nearby, and we loved exploring the tiny, medieval towns in the surrounding hills. We also made memorable day trips to Arezzo and Florence (tip for the latter: drive to Montevarchi and take the train; parking is free in the lot behind the station), and ironically, we wound up cancelling a planned sojourn to Siena because time was short and we found we loved hanging around the house, pool, and grounds so much. Marina is the most gracious of hosts, warm and generous, and helped us by stocking a few necessities for our arrival, making dinner reservations at a nearby restaurant, providing excellent tips for grocery shopping, dining, and exploring, and generally making us feel welcome and at home. The wine made from her grapes, “Da Zero,” is fabulous. Signore Beppo, the gardener, put a couple of bikes in working order for us and on our last morning we discovered what will surely be a ritual for us on our next trip: a pleasant ride to nearby Compogialli where the small “tabac” is amazingly well stocked and serves some of the best coffee we had on our entire trip. In short, we give Salceta and its wonderful host our highest rating. We will surely return, and hope it won’t be long before we do!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lebreton C.

Havre de paix
Nous avons passé un très agréable séjour dans la maison de Marina. La maison est décorée avec beaucoup de goût et le jardin est très bien entretenu. La piscine est grande et parfaite pour nager. Marina est très accueillante.