IL VILLINO
- sleeps 6/8
A 19th century Tuscan villa built by Giuseppe Poggi for the Socci family, still
the owners today. Comfortably sleeps 8 in 4 bedrooms. Go
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LE SCUDERIE
- sleeps 9
A charming country house originated from the 18th century horse stables, comfortably
sleeps 9. Located just behind the Villino. Go
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LAMOLE
Lamole is a small village located in the rolling hillside of the Chianti wine region about half-way between Florence and Siena, in the midst of cypress trees, oaks, chestnut forests,
olive groves and most importantly, the vineyards of the reknown Sangiovese wine,
key to the local production of Lamole’s Chianti Classico D.O.C.G.
The panorama is immense and unique: the gentle hillsides of the Chianti region, evolved over the centuries with the tireless work and effort of its inhabitants, have become an enormous garden dedicated to the production of exceptional nectars.
At 600m above sea level, the territory of Lamole has been inhabited and cultivated since Roman times.
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Thanks to its geographic position, this territory has always been ideal for cultivation, and thus, human settlement. At the beginning of the 14th century, the Chianti region was the backdrop for the reoccurring wars between Florence and Siena. Lamole, which was the seat of the “Lega della Valdigreve,” (League of the Valley of the River Greve, the river which crosses the Chianti region) became a stronghold in the defense of Florence against Siena.
The Lamole area is characterized by the presence of many small, populated areas, typical of these most archaic forms of rural settlement.
In order to use the most possible surface for cultivation, landform was adjusted through the use of terracing. The optimal exposure of the vines, arranged “ad aberello” gave birth to the “good wine of Lamole,” considered among the best in the Chianti Classico region.
Lamole with its surrounding territory has remained, fortunately, a snapshot from the past. Making their way up the hillside along the narrow road lined by cypress trees, important historical villas can be found, designed by such famous architects as Leonardo Da Vinci and Michelangelo.
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Dear Maria and Sandro,
there are many places to stay in Tuscany but much fewer with the history and character of Le Scuderie and Il Villino.
Your gracious hospitality put our stay over the top. Thank you!
Roland & Muriel Wolff, October 2011
Dear Gianna and Sandro,
thank you so much for a wonderful stay in your beautiful home.
We had a perfect week of celebrations with our friends with excellent weather.
We shall remember the lovely villa, the ristoro and the stunning view for ever.
Special thanks to Graziella for the delicious dinners.
Mossy, Clare & Friends, September 2011
Ciao Bella! An amazing time in a wonderful place...
(thanks to the Mossies for finding it!)
Lia Stewart, September 2011
Wonderful villa, perfect Tuscany sunshine.
Visits to all of the "tourist" towns and some of the beaten tracks.
Appropriate breaks between to enjoy the lovely pool, Chianti wines and country food.
Filippo's restaurant a regular evening retreat from day!
Exellent food and hospitality, bad to be going home, but will enjoy everlasting memories.
Flora, Jon, Jane, Caroline, Freddie dog, September 2011
THIRD consequitive year, I think that says it all!! We love it!!
Thanks again to Gianna and Sandro for the lovely hospitality.
We hope to be back again!
Edwards Family, September 2011
BIG Investment Group, Hungary, August 2011
Dear Gianna and Sandro,
we have all had a wonderful week here at Le Scuderie.
It's a truely breathtaking place to be particularly because of the majestic views and the long history.
I will miss our BBQs at sunset. Thank you, GEOG FOREVER
THE UCL CREW, August 2011
Dear Gianna & Sandro,
Thank you Gianna and Sandro for your hospitality and many recommendations.
This was a very special family vacation in the most spectacular setting.
We are so happy to have found you.
The Prince Family - Linda, Bruce, Brandon Kenny & Lauren Behar, August 2011
Dear Gianna & Sandro,
your house is lovely, a true traditional house in a beautiful location.
Thank you, we have had a lovely time here.
We take back lovely memories of our family holiday.
My parents first visit to this part of Italy. Many thanks.
Giovanni & Helen, Family Bisi, August 2011
Gianna + Sandro,
the villas a very, very special place indeed. The parents, children,
grandchildren had a wonderful time and hope to return another year.
The setting is a rare find – remote in the hills of Tuscany yet,
close to a store, restaurant and easy driving to unique hill towns.
We all highly recommend Il Villino e Le Scuderie without reservation,
only one regret, the entire 2 weeks... leaving.
Thanks for your gracious hospitality. Love
Bob & Becky & the whole MITCHELL FAMILY, July 2011
Gianna + Sandro,
thank you so very much for a wonderful stay.
You have a beautiful house and are so generous.
Best trip ever.
Kate Mitchell, July 2011
Gianna + Sandro,
this was our first trip to Europe and this was the best way to do it!
Wonderful villa and country. Thanks to Sandro for the tour in Firenze! Love,
The Bril Guys, July 2011
Gianna & Sandro,
thank you for such a wonderful trip. Your villa and hospitality are amazing
and we are so thankful to have been able to spend our vacation here! Love,
The Komos, July 2011
Gianna & Sandro,
thank you for the most amazing and beautiful vacation!
Your villa is stunning and your warmth and hospitality so wonderful.
We will never forget this special vacation. Love,
The Nypal Family, July 2011
Gianna & Sandro,
Grazie per tutto! We had a peaceful and wonderful time. It felt like a home away from home.
The natural beauty was extraordinary as was your hospitality. Thank you
Joe Aiello, July 2011
Gianna e Sandro,
we love it here! The place is so warm and comfortable, the gardens beautiful,
thank you for making us so welcome!
Your Canadian friends Tamara, Joe, Adrianna, Micele, Luca, Corina Aiello, July 2011
Gianna + Sandro,
The magic and the majesty of the Tuscan hills and the history of the region came
to life this past week for my family. That is no small part due to the utopian
setting that is your property. Thank you again for making this possible.
Our memories + joy will bring us back sooner than later. Grazie mille
Glenn Joyal Joanne + Sophie & Emma, July 2011
Gianna and Sandro,
your home is so peaceful and beautiful. Our family had a joyous time.
The garden was Samantha, Kenneth's and Allison's favorite part.
Thank you for entrusting us your beautiful home. We enjoyed every moment.
Un bacio,
Sandy & Kenny Flores, June 2011
Gianna & Sandro, Il Villino will remain with us for a very long time.
Your hospitality and beautiful home are both amazing.
We hope to return soon. We will send pictures.
Graziella was a superb chef! Grazie Mille.
The Matthews, Geri Mount & Chris Heinrich, May 2011
Gianna and Sandro,
thank you for sharing Il Villino with our family.
We cannot have imagined a more perfect location to spend our holiday in the Chianti countryside.
You have done an amazing job on the beautiful restoration of your family home.
We truly enjoyed our quintessential Tuscan experience!
Sandro, your cooking was authentic and superb. We loved the polenta, farro, outdoor cooking – the best!
Our fond memories of our stay will remain with us until we return! Grazie mille.
Sandra, Dan, Massimo, Allegra & Kristina, May 2011
The villa was, is amazing and made for a wonderful vacation!
Le Scuderie is a beautiful home and was conforable to spend the week while
traveling to all the wonderful towns and areas close by. Thank you for all the
arrangements and making this a great place for a large family to enjoy Tuscany!
Grazie Mille!
Famiglia Callantine, Pennsylvania & New Jersey, April 2011
LE SCUDERIE was a beautiful place to stay in. We enjoyed the gardens and the scenery was breath-taking.
I loved how you made the place feel hearth-warming and safe to stay in.
Thanks for letting us stay in LE SCUDERIE, love
Famiglie Jenkins, Jones, Brandful, Anderson, January 2011
Tante grazie alla nostra padrona di casa per l'aiuto, l'ospitalità,
i consigli e questa bella casa dove abbiamo passato sette indimenticabili giorni.
La natura meravigliosa (volpi, daini, un gatto nero),
un posto ottimo per fare gite nella zona del Chianti.
Grazie mille: vogliamo tornare!!
A. da Mosca Russia, October 2010
A week to remember for ever to be with the entire family in such a beautiful place was a very special time for all of us.
Time to reflect, time to relax, time to eat memorable meals, time to shop! Time to ponder, time to chat and just time that was so precious after tiryng months. We are all renewed and ready to go ahead with special memories of a special place.
Not to mention the friendly cats who loved us unconditionally and of course the rare humming birds who kept us all spellbound with their frantic flapping wings and feeding on the nectarmof the flowers and who were real camera shy.
Thank you, thank you!! Hope to see you all soon again.
A.H.M.A.S.L, South Africa, September 2010
Thank you for a wonderful week. We enjoyed having exclusive use of such a beautiful property in such a beautiful climate. The buildings, the settings, the ambience were all wonderful and contributed to an execptionel week "under the Tuscan sun.
We had a fabulous time, here in paradise! Molto grazie.
Famiglia S. da Ontario Canada, September 2010
Le Scuderie is a wonderful location and Maria Giovanna and Sandro lovely hosts.
We have walked the beautiful countryside, enjoyed the fantastic Chianti wines and
relaxed in the sunshine of Tuscany. Truly fantastic.
B.K.M., Australia, September 2010
We returned for another week in paradise! Everything lived up to expectations and more. We spent most of the time by the pool, kids just loved it again. Giovanna and Sandro were again the perfect hosts, there when needed!!
Batteries recharged we return to the UK a few (many) pounds heavier, too much good food and good wine. We hope to return again some other day.
E. and Family from Wales, August 2010
Wonderful place, wonderful food and wonderful weather. How be more happy? This is heaven (exept for the mosquitos !)...
H.C. from France, August 2010
Thank you for the fantastic time we've spent in Le Scuderie: the garden full of beautiful trees, and flowers, the terrace, the relaxing swimming pool. Hope to come back soon and taste again the Lamole wine.
O.F.U.B. from Belgium, August 2010
Una settimana da signori in una casa sorprendente. La piscina anche é perfetta! Partiamo con la testa piena di belle memorie di questa magnifica regione. Le Stelle e il tramonto ci mancano già! Grazie per tutto!!
Alice e la sua Famiglia from Lyon France, August 2010
Dear Gianna and Sandro,
a year ago we booked Il Villino and we all waited with bated breath to get to Tuscany... We did not know what to expect. What a real triat when we arrived to your beautiful home... You made us feel like this was our home...
Tuscany and Il Villino will remain in our hearts forever. We will return in the next future. Again, thank you for making this a special and memorable vacation.
K.C.G.S.J.G.G.S from Toronto Canada, July 2010
Although the weather never really cooperated - we can imagine using your beautiful ground everyday in the sunshine. The location is wonderful land we and the various parts of our family had a wonderful Tuscan experience.
Lamole is wonderful and we particularly loved the strade bianche t. Volpaia and Panzano - area we did not know well (including the meeting w/cinghiale). Salve e grazie a te e a Sandro - you were great.
P.S. & Familie Carmel from California USA, June 2010
In spite of a terrible weather a charming house, full of soul.
S.D.P. from France, May 2010
Un isolamento volontario proprio nel cuore del Chianti e, al tempo stesso, vicinissimo a meravigliose città quali Firenze e Siena. Il clima mite dovuto all’altitudine che d’estate permette di dormire per tutta la notte di un solo sonno! La spontanea cortesia della proprietaria sempre disposta a dare ottime indicazioni per farci scoprire persone e posti di tempi ormai dimenticati da noi di città. Ci siamo sempre trovati come nella comodità di casa nostra, ma al tempo stesso in un posto incontaminato. Una settimana di relax assoluto! Il mio consiglio per chi legge: vivete un’esperienza semplice quanto coinvolgente ed indimenticabile!!!
M.C.
Uscire dal mondo aggressivo e stressante e trovare un posto simile è l’ideale per una vacanza rigenerante. Sensazioni dimenticate nella frenesia della vita quotidiana, un posto davvero meraviglioso. Spero di poter tornare presto a trovarvi.
M. R.
... anche io ho sentito una specie di fil rouge con voi tutti. Adesso siamo a metà dell’inverno e mi sento stanca, così ripenso spesso a Lamole e ricordo Le Scuderie, la tua villa grandissima, il bel paesaggio e quella bella sera quando abbiamo cenato sulla terrazza.. E’ stato il paradiso! Io e Pietro parliamo spesso di tornare alle Scuderie.
M. B.
We enjoyed our two weeks in Lamole during May – it is one of the most relaxing holidays we have ever enjoyed! You are still probably wondering about those crazy Australian...
J. L.
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