Under the Tuscan Sun' views of Casa Rossa, the original farmhouse and Casa San Vito which was once the barn.
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San Casciano Val di Pesa
Sleeps 4 + 3
2 Bedroom(s), 2 Bath(s)
€1020-€1225/wk, 5 nts min
Chianti Vineyard Views Galore
| Tuscany, Casa San Vito |
"We could not have asked for more perfect accommodations while in Tuscany!" |
| Tuscany Chianti Villa with Vineyard Views |
Location
San Casciano Val di Pesa
Price
Sleeps
6 + 2
Bedroom(s)
3
Bath(s)
2
Price
€1020-€1225/wk, 5 nts min
Under the Tuscan Sun Views
Enjoy
Picture perfect views of the rolling Chianti hillsides, vineyards, olive orchards.
Casa San Vito is a gracious restored Tuscan farmhouse. Care was taken in the remodeling process to retain the many charming rustic and charming features while providing modern comforts and conveniences. The house has spectacular views of the peaceful countryside where vineyards abound in this majestic Chianti setting. The house was named after the tiny San Vito parish church that is nearby. The upaved road that runs in front of the house is known as "San Vito di Sopra" (San Vito High Road) and the paved road below that leads to the turn off to the property is called "San Vito di Sotto" (San Vito Low Road).
Casa San Vito is located at the western edge of the famous Chianti Classico region in Tuscany, between Florence and Siena. The landscape is a patchwork quilt of vineyards, the occasional tall cypress tree, umbrella pines and the grey-green of olive groves.
According to one Italian legend, farmers used to plant a cypress tree to announce the birth, and subsequent marriage eligibility, of each daughter. When the cypress tree reached viewing height across the countryside it was a signal to suitors that papa was ready to find a match for his bella figlia (daughter)! While this tale has dubious origins, it's certainly an amusing thought as you gaze across the cypress-dotted hills spotting a lone tree here or an entire row there.
Location
Casa San Vito is located in the countryside between Florence and Siena, yet it is only 25 minutes south of Florence, and 45 minutes to Siena making it easy to pop into either city for a day of sightseeing, strolling, shopping or even just for dinner. The nearest towns are San Casciano in Val di Pesa and Tavarnelle Val di Pesa, just a short drive away where you will find restaurants, grocery stores.
Less then 1 mile away are the small villages of Romita, Tavarnelle and San Cristina in Salivolpe. Only 7 miles away, less then 10 minutes, is the ancient hilltop town of San Casciano in Val di Pesa, located between the Greve and Pesa valleys. This scenic town is surrounded by an ancient wall dating back to the 14th and 16th centurript src="/plugins/editors/tinymce/jsc
The nearby village of Cerbaia, about 6 miles from San Casciano, has the distinction of having one of Italy's most celebrated restaurants, La Tenda Rossa. It is one of the handful of restaurants in all of Italy to receive a remarkable two stars from the revered Michelin Red Guide!
Just beyond Cerbaia is Montespertoli, famous for its red wines. You won't forget for a minute that you're in the heart of Chianti. Keep going in the direction from San Casciano towards Florence and you'll find a great cafe in the tiny village of Santa Andrea in Percussina. This village is famous for being the home of the writer-politician Niccolo Macchiavelli
Hop onto the autostrada (highway) going north and in 25 minutes you're in Florence to see the sights, take in the art, enjoy a meal, linger at an outdoor cafe or shop. Siena is only 45 minutes to the south.
The house is conveniently situated in one of the best parts of the Chianti region of Tuscany for daily excursions to see the famous towers of San Gimignano, the sites of beautiful Siena, the baths of Montecatini, and is a wine aficionados paradise if you want to sample the many excellent varieties of Chianti! You can even make a day trip to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa as it's only a 1.5 hour drive away, as is the graceful town of Lucca.
Exterior
Casa San Vito is off a small country road on a vineyard property that produces a lovely Chianti wine from the robust San Giovese, Malvasia, Trebbiano and Canaiolo grapes grown there. Additionally, the estate grows olives that are pressed into an excellent extra virgin olive oil.
Interior
On the ground floor set into cool stone walls is what was once the original barn, now converted into a loggia, or covered patio, which is essentially an outdoor living room in the summer. Go up the front stairs and you are greeted by a wide hallway as you cross the threshold. The living room is to the left and the eat-in kitchen is to the right. Down the hallway are the bedrooms and bathrooms.
The house has terracotta floors and original wooden ceiling beams. There are screens on the windows. The living room has a large working fireplace with comfortable seating and a window the overlooks the property.
The kitchen has a large table that expands to seat eight people for comfortable, casual meals and lively conversation.
There are three bedrooms. The master bedroom has a divisable king bed which can be made up as a king or two twins and an ensuite bath. The window looks out towards the vine-covered hills. It has a pretty antique dresser. The adjoining master bathroom has a shower, toilet, bidet and sink. The view from this particular window is one of the best as you gaze over the olive grove out to Chianti's rolling hills. On a clear day you can see all the way to Florence.
The spacious second bedroom has a queen bed and window looking east. We have dubbed this the Romantica bedroom because of the lovely heirloom bedstead. The third bedroom is small but very functional and has two twin beds and an antique armoire.
There is a laundry room off the hallway with a washing machine. The second bathroom has a jetted bathtub, toilet, sink and bidet and a hand-held shower spray attachment. The bathroom sink is set into a spacious cabinet, with plenty of countertop space and storage space in the cabinet underneath.
If you like the "sister" house, Casa Rossa across the lawn, you'll love Casa San Vito! Plus it has the added benefit of a third bedroom.
The house does not have a swimming pool. In addition, please note that opposite Casa San Vito, across the yard, is Casa Rossa , another vacation rental villa. Because of its proximity it's very convenient for two families or friends that want togetherness but want their privacy too. The two houses are 30 meters (32 yards) apart, separated by a grass lawn. The road leading to the house is very lightly traveled.
Detailed Features for Italy Vacation Rental
| Location | San Casciano Val di Pesa |
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| Sleeps | 6+2 |
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| Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms. Master bedroom with a divisable king size bed, 2nd bedroom with queen size bed, 3rd bedroom with 2 twin beds. Queen sofa bed in living room. |
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| Bathrooms | 2 bathrooms. 1 with jetted bathtub, sink, toilet, bidet. 1 adjoins master bedrooms with enclosed shower, sink, toilet, bidet |
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| Floor | 1st floor European, 2nd floor American |
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| Elevator | No |
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| Accessible & Ample | House is up one flight of stairs |
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| Size | 2500 sq ft, 230 m2 |
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| Balconies, Terraces, Views | Each room has large windows that overlook the hills and valleys.Ground level has covered stone loggia and brick paved area with patio table and chairs. |
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| Hair Dryer | Yes |
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| Dining | Dining table & 8 chairs in eat-in kitchen. Patio table & 4 chairs. |
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| Kitchen Equipment | Under-counter refrigerator, stove, oven, gas grill, dishwasher. Italian and drip coffee pots. No microwave. |
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| Laundry | Washer, iron and ironing board. Outdoor clothes line, collapsable drying rack & heated (in winter) bathroom towel racks for drying clothes. |
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| Air Conditioning | No |
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| Heat | Heat charged based on usage |
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| Utilities | Included |
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| Transportation | Car essential |
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| Parking | On site parking |
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| Crib | Upon request |
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| Recreation | Casa San Vito does not have a swimming pool |
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| Entertainment | Cable TV with English language news channels, European DVD player, CD player. |
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| Telephone | Loaner cell phone is available upon request |
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| Internet | Internet via USB key €10/week, or portion thereof, for up to 10 gigabites. |
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| Linens | Included |
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| Pets | No |
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| Smoking | No |
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| Family Suitability | Excellent for families |
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| Cleaning | Final cleaning included |
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| Cook | Not available |
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Availability and Pricing for Italy Vacation Rental
Availability
| Available for bookings | Occupied/Not available | Reservation Pending |
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Price Information
High Season €1225/7 nights; €1155/6 nights; €1005/5 nights
Low Season €1020/7 nights; €962/6 nights; €837/5 nights
High Season: April-October
Low Season: November-March
Stay Restrictions
5 night minimum. Arrivals can occur any day of the week. The price includes booking fee, transaction fees, wire fees, keyholder fee, greeting fee, taxes, final cleaning and utilities except for heat in winter which is charged ba
Short Description
Picture perfect views of the rolling Chianti hillsides, vineyards, olive orchards.
Casa San Vito is a gracious restored Tuscan farmhouse. Care was taken in the remodeling process to retain the many charming rustic and charming features while providing modern comforts and conveniences. The house has spectacular views of the peaceful countryside where vineyards abound in this majestic Chianti setting. The house was named after the tiny San Vito parish church that is nearby. The upaved road that runs in front of the house is known as "San Vito di Sopra" (San Vito High Road) and the paved road below that leads to the turn off to the property is called "San Vito di Sotto" (San Vito Low Road).
Casa San Vito is located at the western edge of the famous Chianti Classico region in Tuscany, between Florence and Siena. The landscape is a patchwork quilt of vineyards, the occasional tall cypress tree, umbrella pines and the grey-green of olive groves.
According to one Italian legend, farmers used to plant a cypress tree to announce the birth, and subsequent marriage eligibility, of each daughter. When the cypress tree reached viewing height across the countryside it was a signal to suitors that papa was ready to find a match for his bella figlia (daughter)! While this tale has dubious origins, it's certainly an amusing thought as you gaze across the cypress-dotted hills spotting a lone tree here or an entire row there.
Reviews and Customer Testimonials for Italy Vacation Rental
Our Review
• Beautiful views, scenic setting, warm welcome
• Comfortable furniture throughout
• Nice teak patio furniture
• Refrigerator is small
• Excellent location for exploring Tuscany and easy drive to Florence
• Casa Rossa, a vacation rental villa on the same property, is 32 feet away across the yard
Guest Book Testimonials
| Wonderful time | Dec 2011 |
We had a wonderful time at Casa San Vito. Beautiful location, very scenic, house was perfect for us. We'd go back again in a heartbeat! |
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Carol C., Charlotte, NC |
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| The house was beautifully restored, clean and comfortable | Nov 2010 |
We enjoyed our stay at Casa San Vito a geat deal. The house was
beautifully restored,clean and comfortable for 6 adults (friends). The
beds were all very cozy with down comforters and pressed sheets. Francesco
and his mother were very friendly and helpful. Location is a little off the beaten trail but with the little grocery down the lane you could access everything you might need. It is a great location for driving to places in Tuscany which we did every day. We left suggestions in the guestbook at the villa. A suggestion for October stays - have wood available for the fireplace. We managed with a small saw we found. Thank-you, Lisa, for the friendly, efficient correspondance. Your info package is excellent and we referred to it often. I hope we will be checking with you in the future because we would love to return to Italy.
We enjoyed our stay at Casa San Vito a geat deal. The house was beautifully restored, clean and comfortable for 6 adults (friends). The beds were all very cozy with down comforters and pressed sheets. Francesco and his mother were very friendly and helpful. Location is a little off the beaten trail but with the little grocery down the lane you could access everything you might need. It is a great location for driving to places in Tuscany which we did every day. A suggestion for October stays - have wood available for the fireplace. We managed with a small saw we found. Thank-you, Lisa, for the friendly, efficient correspondance. Your info package is excellent and we referred to it often. I hope we will be checking with you in the future because we would love to return to Italy.
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Patti C., Manitoba, Canada |
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| Life at Casa San Vito | Nov 2010 |
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa San Vito. We chose this villa because of its central location and the fact that it had three bedrooms as we were three couples traveling together. Italy Perfect was very helpful and provided good information for our stay in Italy and at Casa San Vito. Any time I had a question, it was answered promptly. The directions to the villa were helpful but I recommend the use of a GPS when traveling in Italy. We were warmly welcomed by the owners of the property. While Franca and Julio do not speak English, their charming son Francisco did and was always available to answer our questions. We visited the villa during the last of the wine picking and crush and were given a tour of the family winery and even some barrel tasting. The house itself was nicely furnished and very comfortable. It was always nice to come back after a day of exploring to enjoy peaceful evenings in front of the fire. The vistas and surrounding hills are lovely although we wish there had been an upper deck to sit and enjoy the scenery. There is, however, a nice patio with barbecue. We enjoyed reading the guest book and comments there at the property and found that information to be very informative. There were also baskets full of maps, travel books and menus from nearby restaurants for us to use. Curiously not mentioned anywhere was a lovely Fattoria just on down the gravel road, maybe a twenty minute walk from the villa. Fattoria Corzano e Paterno makes cheese and wine and there is a lovely tasting room. The central location of Casa San Vito was wonderful. It was very easy to travel to Florence, Sienna and many other Tuscan towns. It was also just pleasant to stay at the villa and enjoy the beautiful scenery and serenity of the Tuscan hills. |
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Happy Traveler, California |
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| A good escape | Sep 2010 |
Casa San Vito was the upper floor of a two-level building, with the lower level being for storage and possibly winemaking. It was clean, functional, reasonable value, and the lack of air conditioning wasn't a problem as it stayed cool and there was a fan. The location was quite good - a few minutes drive on a paved road from the village of Romita, and only several hundred metres in on a gravel road. The only drawback is that it wasn't designed to enable you to enjoy a view of the vineyards; there is no balcony and the ground level patio is between two adjacent villas. The service from the family and ItalyPerfect was very good.
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TB, London |
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| Exactly the degree of comfort and charm that I wished for | Sep 2010 |
I wanted to thank you for my Italian holiday, which was indeed perfect.
Casa San Vito so lived up to expectations, exactly the degree of comfort and charm that I wished for.
The Pesetelli's were, of course, charming and helpful, and oh, the beauty of the countryside! To open the shutters and see that landscape each morning was blissful.
You provided an exceptionally thorough and helpful orientation. Quite extraordinary in how comprehensive it was. I hope that I will be fortunate enough to return and can require your assistance again!
I wanted to thank you for my Italian holiday, which was indeed perfect. Casa San Vito so lived up to expectations, exactly the degree of comfort and charm that I wished for. The owners were, of course, charming and helpful, and oh, the beauty of the countryside! To open the shutters and see that landscape each morning was blissful. You provided an exceptionally thorough and helpful orientation. Quite extraordinary in how comprehensive it was. I hope that I will be fortunate enough to return and can require your assistance again! |
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Eda R., New York, NY |
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| We enjoyed Casa San Vito very much | Aug 2010 |
We enjoyed Casa San Vito very much. The house is very comfortable and there were only a few very minor issues to dealt with (the halogen ceiling track lights are too hot for the dimmer and circuitry to handle so they sometimes burned out or went off and on. Francesco, the owner's very helpful son, tried to remedy this problem but the lighting issue has to be retooled to be effective.)
The views were unbelievably beautiful. We found this house very comfortable for 4 people and there was even a small extra bedroom for one or two more guests (perhaps children.) All the furniture is fine, not fancy but very adequate. The kitchen was well enough equipped for simple meals.The bed linens were very pleasant(changed weekly)and the bathrooms are more than adequate. The house was spotless.
Here are the things to be aware of:
The road to the cottage is dirt and rocks so be careful with a low standing vehicle. Your undercarriage will be hit.Often.
You need to be prepared to drive quite a ways to the Co-op[grocery store] in San Casciano or Tavernelle. But you will find them to be outstanding supermarkets. We loved the mini mart in nearby La Romita which met many immediate needs.
Driving in Tuscany can be hair raising and their poor road signs added to our sometime frustration. A GPS is very helpful. But if you like hair pin turns on mountain roads with gorgeous views you will be in heaven.
Italy Perfect was fine to deal with although they really did not give any written instructions about using the television when we wanted occasionally to get the English language news. This would be easy to amend if they chose to improve that services. There are bees and gnats on the patio bring insect repellent.
Now that I have listed the problems, let me say that the cheerfulness of the owners made up for some of these deficiencies. They were a wonderful family whom we thoroughly enjoyed.
We enjoyed Casa San Vito very much. The house is very comfortable and there were only a few very minor issues to dealt with (the halogen ceiling track lights are too hot for the dimmer and circuitry to handle so they sometimes burned out or went off and on. Francesco, the owner's very helpful son, tried to remedy this problem but the lighting issue has to be retooled to be effective.) The views were unbelievably beautiful. We found this house very comfortable for 4 people and there was even a small extra bedroom for one or two more guests (perhaps children.) All the furniture is fine, not fancy but very adequate. The kitchen was well enough equipped for simple meals.The bed linens were very pleasant(changed weekly)and the bathrooms are more than adequate. The house was spotless. Here are the things to be aware of: The road to the cottage is dirt and rocks so be careful with a low standing vehicle. Your undercarriage will be hit. Often. You need to be prepared to drive quite a ways to the Co-op [grocery store] in San Casciano or Tavernelle. But you will find them to be outstanding supermarkets. We loved the mini mart in nearby La Romita which met many immediate needs. Driving in Tuscany can be hair raising and their poor road signs added to our sometime frustration. A GPS is very helpful. But if you like hair pin turns on mountain roads with gorgeous views you will be in heaven. Italy Perfect was fine to deal with although they really did not give any written instructions about using the television when we wanted occasionally to get the English language news. This would be easy to amend if they chose to improve that services. [Thank you for that useful suggestion, we will ask the owner to provide written instructions. Lisa, Italy Perfect] There are bees and gnats on the patio bring insect repellent. Now that I have listed the problems, let me say that the cheerfulness of the owners made up for some of these deficiencies. They were a wonderful family whom we thoroughly enjoyed.
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Alexandra Vozick Hans, Massachusetts |
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| Great week | Aug 2010 |
We had a lovely stay at Casa San Vito. The location proved to be very convenient to Florence, the Chianti region and Sienna. We did a fair amount of cooking at the house, and the kitchen was more than edequate, with plenty of space, cooking utensils and dishes available. The outdoor table and chairs were the perfect setting to enojoy our feasts with wine we had aquired on our daily visits to the surrounding area. One of our favorite activities was a cooking school in Florence and visiting all the various small towns and vineyards in Chianti. Although it was very warm in Italy the week we were there, the temperature at the house was considerably cooler with it's hill top location and breeze. Fans were provided for our bedrooms. Overall, we had a great week and very good experience with Italy Perfect and Casa San Vito. We would definitely use this service again. |
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Erik, US, UK & NL |
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| Rustic Villa | Aug 2010 |
We enjoyed this house. It feels like out-of-nowhere, but very conveniently located between Firenze and Siena. The host was very friendly and the unit was very spacious and clean. Highly recommend for someone who would like to enjoy the country-side of Tuscany. |
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Tim, Connecticut, USA |
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| A remarkable place to visit | Aug 2010 |
Visiting Tuscany is always a great pleasure but having the opportunity to live in an original farmhouse such as Casa San Vito for a week made the trip to this region truly memorable. The house was charming because it was so well kept, spotless and filled with family heirlooms. One could sense immediately the pride that Francesco, Franca and Julio took in this home. Everything possible was done to make us comfortable and it was marvelous to have so much space. Our trip was enhanced by the personal touches such as gifts of wine from the family winery. The grapes were growing just outside our windows, so we knew exactly where the wine came from! Casa San Vito is central to the Chianti Road, Siena, Volterra, San Gimignano and Florence. We had a wonderful time exploring the neighbourhood as well as the countryside and were rewarded with magnificent views of this amazing country. The views for the framhouse were breathtaking. Franca and Francesco were always willing to give directions and advice on where to go and what to see. Their recommendations provided us with opportunities to see and do things we would not have done on our own. We were fortunate to dine at La Tenda Rossa in Cerbaia and the food was extraordinary. A trip to Radda in Chianti and the town of San Casciano is well worth the time. July is very hot in Italy, but despite the heat, Casa San Vito remained very cool and the large windows which provided a cross draft helped to keep us cool! I would recommend Casa San Vito to anyone who wishes to see Tuscany in a very different way; like a local instead of a tourist. I hope to return again in the near future. An amazing holiday! |
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D. Gibson, Canada |
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| Warm and accommodating location on a hillside overlooking the Chianti region | Jun 2010 |
Thank you for all of your help. From Lisa at Italy Perfect (reservation and information), Francesco and his Mother (owners and hosts), location, price (2 families shared the cost), true TuscanyChianti feel, to proximity to Siena/Florence, if you want to get the feeling that you are an Italian vineyard and olive orchard owner, choose this for your next Italian getaway! You become part of it and it becomes part of you during your stay! |
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Larry, Texas |
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| It was everything that I had imagined and even more. | May 2010 |
I just had to drop you a note to THANK YOU for the marvellous villa. It was everything that I had imagined and even more. The weather was superb for the week and we enjoyed more than one glass of wine on the patio.
Francesco was very helpful and accommodating but we really didn't see much of him or his family. We enjoyed our time in Florence - the bus was fantastic from Bottai - and we loved just exploring the area around San Casciano.
Our time in Italy was just fantastic and finishing off our time at the Villa just seemed to be the icing on the cake. I have no words to express our appreciation for having such a welcoming and comforting home base! Who knows, our travels may take us to that area again.
Thank you again, Lisa, for all of your assistance, your references and your answers to my many endless questions.
I just had to drop you a note to THANK YOU for the marvellous villa. It was everything that I had imagined and even more. The weather was superb for the week and we enjoyed more than one glass of wine on the patio. Francesco was very helpful and accommodating but we really didn't see much of him or his family [Owners live off premises, good for guest privacy. Lisa Italy Perfect]. We enjoyed our time in Florence - the bus was fantastic from Bottai - and we loved just exploring the area around San Casciano. Our time in Italy was just fantastic and finishing off our time at the Villa just seemed to be the icing on the cake. I have no words to express our appreciation for having such a welcoming and comforting home base! Who knows, our travels may take us to that area again. Thank you again, Lisa, for all of your assistance, your references and your answers to my many endless questions. |
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Theresa G., Victoria, British Columbia |
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| The house was perfect and of course we loved Tuscany. | Oct 2009 |
We just got back from Italy. We were very happy with our accommodations in Rome and in Tuscany. At Casa San Vito we enjoyed meeting Francesco and his family. The house was perfect and of course we loved Tuscany. I have told numerous people about your website and recommended accommodations. Hopefully we can do it again sometime perhaps in Paris. |
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Peter Alizzeo, Harwich, MA |
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| Casa San Vito was beautiful, nestled in very scenic surroundings...view was outstanding!! | Sep 2009 |
Casa San Vito was beautiful, nestled in very scenic surroundings. Only 5 minutes from the highway, we were able to travel to all the nearby areas (after we figured out the road signs). The webpage doesn't do it justice; the villa was much nicer in person. The rooms were large and clean, the villa was nicely decorated with antique furniture, and the host was very friendly and helpful. The view was outstanding!! |
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Sara, Colorado, USA |
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| We loved our morning coffee on the patio with those beautiful views and eating dinner in the warm, cozy kitchen. | Jun 2009 |
We enjoyed our entire time in Italy, but we'd have to say that the time we spent at Casa San Vita in Tuscany was our favorite! The Casa is perfectly located for day trips to the amazing hill towns in the region. We loved our morning coffee on the patio with those beautiful views and eating dinner in the warm, cozy kitchen. It was a joy to come home in the evening, open the shutters and let in the views and the fresh air! Francesco and Franca were wonderful - we enjoyed our tour of the Cantina and their gifts of wine and olive oil. The little grocery store in Romita was great - they have all of the basics and were very friendly and helpful. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed Casa San Vito and we hope to return for a longer visit! |
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Joe & Barb Rosario, Littleton, Colorado |
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| It was very nice to come back to the peace and quiet of the villa after a day of sightseeing | Mar 2009 |
We found the location of Casa San Vito perfect for exploring Tuscany and beyond. The house was just as described, and Francesco and his family were very welcoming. It was very nice to come back to the peace and quiet of the villa after a day of sightseeing, yet we had wonderful access to the major roads for daytrips. We enjoyed going for walks right from the villa's door, which offered more of the amazing views also available in every direction from the villa itself. The villa was very clean and the kitchen was well equipped. We had no problem with the size of the refrigerator, and as we traveled with 2 small children, we certainly made use of it. The warm pastries at the mini-market in Romita are not to be missed. |
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Michelle & Tim, Kennett Square, PA |
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| To be able to pick fresh figs, apples, basil and rosemary right outside our door was super, and the views from every room was spectacular! | Nov 2008 |
WOW! Casa San Vito is a beautiful and comfy farmhouse that allowed us and my brother and sister-in-law to live a Tuscan lifetstyle that was filled with lots of laughter, wine and great food. To be able to pick fresh figs, apples, basil and rosemary right outside our door was super, and the views from every room was spectacular! Franca and family were wonderful to us, and made us feel right at home. We have used Italy Perfect before and they are simply PERFECT! |
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Darrell & Sue Howlett, Vancouver, B.C. Canada |
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| The setting was out of "Under the Tuscan Sun" | Aug 2008 |
What a wonderful trip we had & Casa San Vito was a highlight. It so far exceeded our expectations and was clearly the best value of our trip. The villa was beautiful, charming, comfortable & spotless. The setting was right of "Under the Tuscan Sun". |
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Pat Gillotti & family, Redding, CT |
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| Casa San Vito was wonderful. | Jun 2008 |
We had a great time in Italy. We loved Tuscany. Casa San Vito was wonderful. The various family members there were friendly and helpful. It couldn't have been better -- well, maybe, if it hadn't rained so much. But that didn't slow us down. Our bottom line is that Claire and I would love to go back for another stay at San Vito. We cooked at home most nights and enjoyed living like the Italian families in the area. Thanks for setting this up for us. If you want to use us as a referral for someone to talk with about the Casa, we'd be glad to do that. |
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John Rubin, Oakland, CA |
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| It was a lovely house in a lovely setting. | May 2008 |
It was a lovely house in a lovely setting. We so enjoyed our stay. Francesco & his mother Franca who greeted us were absolutely charming. I wanted to tell you what a great time we had at Casa San Vito. The place was perfect, neat, clean, and had every amenity we could want. Even your EXCEEDINGLY THOROUGH directions. Instructions were really great, especially for the how-to-get-there directions. We would definitely stay there again. I hope we get the opportunity. |
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Chip & Chris Marcin, Lakewood, Colorado |
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| We can't wait to return to Casa San Vito | May 2008 |
We can't wait to return to Casa San Vito. We loved the location, views and everything worked out ideally for us. |
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P. Rusk, Cleveland, Ohio |
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| We loved the place, and would recommend it to anyone. | Nov 2007 |
San Vito was in the perfect location, close enough to Florence and the surrounding countryside. We loved the place, and would recommend it to anyone. As you had mentioned, Francesco and his family are very warm and friendly and welcoming. We even had a chance to help at the olive harvest, including taking the olives to the processing plant, seeing how the oil is made, and having our very own bottle of olive oil on our table the very next evening. |
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Gordon & Elaine Graham, Ottowa, Ontario |
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| We felt the location was ideal. | Aug 2007 |
We really enjoyed our time at Casa San Vito, making day trips into Firenze and all the other spots we wanted to see. The home was pretty much as we expected/described on the website. We felt the location was ideal. Even Pisa/Livorno were no more than 90 minute drives. Our weather was ideal, but in August, that's expected. As all other guests have remarked, the hosts are fabulous people... everything was great. |
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Bob Shaw, Calgary, Alberta |
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| Casa San Vito was a highlight of our family's Italy vacation. | Jun 2007 |
Casa San Vito was a highlight of our family's Italy vacation. The house is just as it is described on the website and it is a great value. We enjoyed getting to visit with Francesco and his parents who were extremely gracious and generous. The location is great for side trips: We went to Pisa, Viareggio (beach town), Carrara (marble quarries), San Gimignano, Siena, Volterra, and several Chianti wine towns. You can take a bus into Florence from a nearby village and avoid the hassle of driving in the city, a huge plus. Hanging out at the house and relaxing is equally enjoyable. The nearby town of San Casciano is a handy base for groceries, restaurants and shopping. We prepared dinner at home several nights, and had some great meals in the nearby restaurants. Our week and a half at San Vito exceeded our expectations. We'd love to return. |
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Mary Louise, David and Stuart Hopson, Dallas, Texas |
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| Everything was better than expected. | Apr 2007 |
Everything was better than expected. The stay at Casa San Vito was most enjoyable. |
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Carol & Nolan Blades, Calgary, Canada |
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| It was perfect home base for us and in such a beautiful area. | Nov 2006 |
We had a great time in Italy and the Villa was a treat. It was perfect home base for us and in such a beautiful area. Also, Francesco and his family are wonderful. They were so kind and helpful even when we could hardly communicate with words they were very patient as well. In fact the people throughout Italy were amazing. It was really a fun vacation and we saw as much as was humanly possible in our little time there. I think one of my favorite days though was the last day on the way home from San Gimignano when we decided to just stop by Certaldo. It wasn't in any of our travel books and yet what a great old town that really didn't seem to be so focused towards tourists. That was a wonderful way to end our Tuscan stay. And thank you for your helpful hints. The restaurants you recommended were all fantastic. |
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Teresa & RJ Devick, Maple Grove, Minnesota |
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| Casa San Vito is fabulous | Nov 2006 |
Casa San Vito is fabulous, as was our entire trip (15 days). Even the weather was perfect, only turning cold the day we left. Francesco and his mother were most helpful. I will definitely recommend Casa San Vito and Casa Rossa. Your written materials were also great. We went to the MiniMart every morning for cappuccino and pastries and fell in love with Maria. One member of our group wants to move to Romita and become Maria's apprentice. |
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Carol Breckner, Tucson, Arizona |
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| The house was very spacious and comfortable | Oct 2006 |
My friends and I have just returned from our trip, which included a week at Casa San Vito. We had a wonderful time. The house was very spacious and comfortable, and the location was terrific for day trips to see Tuscany. We also managed to slow down for a couple of days and just enjoy the surroundings, including the grape harvest that was in full swing. Franca spoiled us with fresh-baked grape tart, extra coverlets and an extra hair dryer (when she realized we were 6 women renting.) The family was very accommodating, considering how busy they were. We were sorry to leave. Thanks for representing such a great spot in Tuscany! |
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Laurie Pass, Boston, MA |
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| We picked fresh fruit every day. | Sep 2006 |
We just spent 10 days at Casa San Vito and from the time we walked in the door at the house, we all fell in love with Tuscany. Francesco and Franca met us and our kitchen had fresh fruit, wine and olive oil. We picked fresh fruit every day. The first day we visited the market in Tavarnelle and stocked up with cheese, wine and all the wonderful Italian vegetables. The location was a great place to be able to visit all the hill towns. We were also privileged to be there during wine harvesting. The day before we left, Franca brought us a grape cake that she just baked, a cake they make special during the harvest season. Francesco visited a couple of times and he gave us a tour of the winery. The house had every modern convenience and we all plan to return for a longer visit in the near future. |
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Bob and Sandra Thompson, Carol Zenow and Amy Fogo, Clinton Township, Michigan |
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| A very, very special experience | Aug 2006 |
Thank you so very much for everything, you helped create a very, very special experience for me and my family - full of memories we will treasure for many years. We hope to work with you again! (Flaminio & Casa San Vito) |
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E. Bussing, Mill Valley, California |
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| Everything went exactly as expected. | Jun 2006 |
Just wanted you to know that we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa San Vito the end of May. Francesco and his family are lovely. I also appreciated the help you gave during the process. Everything went exactly as expected. |
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Carole Schneider, Sioux Falls, South Dakota |
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| We loved the house and the area. | May 2006 |
We loved the house and the area. We had a great trip. |
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The Storkson's, Eagle, Idaho |
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| Its ambiance was perfect for the end of the day wind down. | May 2006 |
We just returned home from a fabulous two weeks in Italy. Casa San Vito was perfect. Its location was great for our sightseeing excursions and its ambiance was perfect for the end of the day wind down. The information you provide was extremely helpful. Thanks again for all your help. |
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Jim & Melanie Williams, Dunwoody, Georgia |
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| The house & view are just amazing. | Apr 2006 |
The house & view, as you know, are just amazing. We went to Florence twice, Siena, Pisa etc. But my favorite part of the trip was always coming home to the villa. Probably unlike most people we ate in the villa every night. My daughter is a vegetarian, my son is a kid who won't eat anything so it's hard for us to go out to eat at the many fine places we saw. That was ok for me. It's rare that I get to sit down to dinner with my whole family, so as I said coming back to the villa was my favorite part. We would put the Italian TV on sometime & watch Lord of the Rings in Italian, but mostly they read or played cards at night as I would go thru my next day's guidebooks. Getting home at night around 7:00 every night just wasn't early enough for me. I was always trying to get back to the villa earlier. The views were great. Saw a couple beautiful sunsets from our windows. Went for a couple short walks down the gravel roads. I loved the thick walls, the cool tile floors, & I loved opening the shutters every morning. What beautiful views - from all four side of the house & that fresh smell. It was a big house yet very homey & comfortable. |
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Brian Sketch, Torrance, California |
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| I would recommend Casa San Vito in a heart beat. | Apr 2006 |
We had a great time. Francesco and his mother Franca were extremely accommodating. Really nice people. We ended up with both bottles of wine and olive oil! The house was a great value. And the location is excellent. I would recommend Casa San Vito in a heart beat. |
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Bill Haag, Pepper Pike, Ohio |
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| The family was so friendly. | Dec 2005 |
Thank you again for a wonderful place to stay while we were in Italy. The service was excellent as well. The family was so friendly. |
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C. Borges, Harrisburg, PA |
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| We could not have asked for more perfect accommodations while in Tuscany! | Dec 2005 |
We, together with 2 other couples, have just returned from spending a marvelous holiday at Casa San Vito in late October 2005. We could not have asked for more perfect accommodations while in Tuscany! The casa was equipped with every modern convenience we could ask for and our hosts, Francesco, Franca and Giulio were so welcoming! We were able to take day trips to Siena, Florence, San Gimignano and Montelupo; the restaurants and COOP markets in Tavarnelle and San Casciano were ideal! We especially enjoyed watching Francesco harvesting the olives from the surrounding grove one weekend. We look forward to returning to this delightful haven! |
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Eric & Mary Lindquist, Piedmont, California |
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| Aug 2005 | |
We really enjoyed our stay at San Vito. |
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C. Shen, Baltimore, Maryland |
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| Jun 2005 | |
Loved Casa San Vito and Francesco - his parents are so sweet. I brought home some of their olive oil. I would definitely recommend both places to friends. Thanks for all of your help. |
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Carolyn Frahm, Powhaten, Virginia |
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| May 2005 | |
We are back from our trip to Italy. We really enjoyed our time at Casa San Vito. Francesco and his family were extremely gracous hosts and very helpful. |
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Doug & Kendall Gelfand |
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| May 2005 | |
We all had a great time. The villa was very clean, with modern appliances and the location was perfect to explore the hill towns of Tuscany. Francesco was a delight to deal with as was the rest of hisfamily. We will be recommending the villa to all our friends. |
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Jon Pellechia, New York, New York |
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| May 2005 | |
When we started planning our trip to Italy, I was thrilled to find out about Lisa Byrne and Italyperfect.com. One look at the website and I knew Casa San Vito was the perfect place for us to spend a week in Tuscany. Lisa was always responsive and available for any questions I had. The information packet Lisa provided includes a wealth of information as far as driving directions, tourist information, shopping, restaurants, etc. I kept the packet with me at all times, and even though we have been home for two weeks, I keep going back to look at it and think about things we will do on our next trip to Italy. Our next trip to Italy will start with Italyperfect.com. |
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Kevin, Claudia & Madeleine Burr, San Jose, California |
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| Dec 2004 | |
As the other guests have noted, Francesco and his family were wonderful hosts. This property and hospitality are so inviting! Tuscany is as beautiful as ever. |
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M. Fox, Newport, Rhode Island |
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| Oct 2004 | |
When we arrived we were greeted by Francesco and his mother Franca. The next day we met Giulio. What a gracious charming family they are! We felt very welcome and loved the house. Old world charm combined with modern conveniences. Enjoyied the gorgeous scenery that surrounded us. We used this house as a base to explore points of interest in the surrounding areas. We promise we will return!! Delightful hosts, truly enjoyed them and their beautiful place. |
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R. Wedler, Petaluma, California |
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| Sep 2004 | |
The pictures accurately portray the beautiful interior and comfort of Casa San Vito, but cannot begin to do justice to the surrounding area. With a rental car we were close enough for day trips to Pisa, San Gimignano and as well as trips to Florence and the surrounding villages. The house itself is tucked away off the beaten path and surrounded by grapes and olives and meandering lanes for leisurely walks and all the time you need to relax in style. The locals were warm and helpful - the family of this charming spot are truly wonderful and seemed as happy for us to be there as we were. Being from California I have to express how comforting having Lisa at Italy Perfect so accessible when arranging all the details. Providing us with such good information and prompt answers to any and all of our questions proved to be invaluable. Someone was really smiling on us when we decided to book a vacation villa with Lisa and her Italian Family - with Italy Perfect and Casa San Vito. |
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D. Lockett, Burbank, California |
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Accommodation within Multi-Unit Property
Area: San Casciano Val di Pesa
Tuscany Chianti Villa with Large Terrace
2 Bedroom(s), 2 Bath(s), Sleeps 4 + 3
€1020-€1225/wk, 5 nts min
Internet, Terrace
Chianti Vineyard Views Galore |
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