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Castelonchio
“ Great holiday with wonderful hosts ”
Our family of four, including two grown up children, enjoyed a fabulous 10 day holiday at Castelonchio. The property is superb and immaculately clean, and the saltwater pool with its stunning view of the lake is a particular highlight.
It's also ideally located close to the good local facilities in Tuoro, and with easy access to the many historic nearby towns. We particularly enjoyed the great variety of restaurants and bars in nearby Passignano.
Karen and Barry are excellent hosts, providing a warm and friendly welcome while providing the ideal balance of being readily available with helpful advice, without being intrusive.
Rob Webb staying in Castelonchio. Sep 2026
Castelonchio
“ Wonderful ”
I have just spent two fantastic weeks at Castelonchio.. my second stay this year ! The location is fantastic, the apartments are incredibly well equipped and Barry and Karen, the owners, are incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. I can’t wait to visit again next year. Paul from Surrey.
Paul from Surrey staying in Castelonchio. Sep 2026
Castelonchio
“ The location was perfect ”
As far as our stay at Castelonchio is concerned it was a lovely two weeks. The location was perfect for seeing that part of Umbria and for whatever wanted to do. The villa was clean and comfortable and very well equipped. The master bedroom in particular was extremely comfortable.
The gardens and outdoor spaces were so well thought out and the pool was perfect. The views from the house and terraces of Lake Trasimeno were stunning.
We cannot find any fault with the accommodation at all. In addition, what made our stay so special was our hosts, Barry and Karen. They were so welcoming and generous in every way. The thoughtful provision of wine and groceries for our arrival, their concern to make sure we were comfortable and had all the information we needed for maximum enjoyment of our holiday and our time spent with them and being included in an evening with their neighbours.
Thank you Karen and Barry so much. We are quite seasoned travellers. We have never experienced hosts who perfectly balanced being helpful and attentive and also unobtrusive.
Claire Potter staying in Castelonchio. Sep 2025
Castelonchio
“ Lovely place to stay ”
Barry & Karen are excellent hosts with a wealth of knowledge of places to visit while staying.
The property is beautifully restored with lovely gardens to explore. The pool is refreshing and well maintained. The absence of chlorine a benefit.
Well equipped kitchen.
The ceiling fans work excellently and I see no need for air conditioning as these fans kept us cool overnight with temperatures of 24+ on some nights.
Justin Kempson staying in Castelonchio. Jul 2025
Castelonchio
“ Barry and Karen are the consummate hosts ”
Barry and Karen are the consummate hosts. Attentive. Caring. And still provide the privacy. The house is well appointed and situated.
Beth Dickstein staying in Castelonchio. Jun 2025
Castelonchio
“ Beautiful Umbrian house with a view ”
We had a truly wonderful two week stay at Castelonchio and we highly recommend this beautiful house. The house is set in the hills, close to the olive groves, with spectacular views of Umbria and Lake Tresimeno before it. We arrived in the heatwave of July so we were very grateful for the overhead fans in most of the rooms. The bedrooms were all a good size, with nice furniture, while the kitchen is small but functional, with everything you need in it. And the owners gave us a great starter pack, which included local wine, olive oil, butter, milk and juice amongst other things. It's all very tastefully kitted out, and the insect screens on all the windows were especially appreciated. The saltwater pool area is just beautiful, with lavender bushes on one side and the olive groves on the other. Perfect place to relax with a book :-) The lovely owners, Barry and Karen, live onsite (the villa is semi-detached - the rented side looks out to the lake view, whilst their side looks out to the pool and olive groves), and they were so kind; eager to help with suggestions about where to visit and eat out, and they shared some delicious locally grown vegetables with us from their neighbours. They also gave our son a card and a bottle of Prosecco for his 21st birthday, which was very thoughtful indeed. In terms of the region, there is just so much to see and do. Highlights: 1) Taking the small ferry out to Lake Maggiore, walking up to the church, then having a swim at the small beach before enjoying a lovely lunch overlooking the lake at L'Oso. 2) Visiting all the old medieval towns in both Umbria and Tuscany such at Assisi, Montepulciano, Pienza (stunning views across the D'Orcia Valley), Gubbio, Cortona and the most local towns of Passignano sul Trasimeno (fun lakeside town about 15 mins drive away) and Castiglione del Lago (hillside town about 20 mins drive away). We loved all of them. 3) We drove from England so we also enjoyed stopping off at Colmar in France, then Lucca and Sienna en-route to the house. 4) We had many lovely warm evenings eating out on the terrace, playing games, and enjoying the wonderful views, the beautiful sunsets to the west, and all of the fantastic Italian wine and food! 5) A standout day for our kids was a trip to the Frasassi Caves over on the east side of Umbria - they were blown away by the magnitude and beauty of these grottoes (about 1hr 15 mins drive).
All in all, it was a very successful holiday - thank you so much, Karen and Barry :-)
Louise and Family staying in Castelonchio. Jul 2025
Castelonchio
“ An idyllic stay in lovely rural Umbria ”
We had an idyllic stay in lovely rural Umbria. The villa was perfect for our rough and tumble family with 2 little divas.
Daniel and family staying in Castelonchio. Oct 2024We have had a very nice time, we saw a lizard city! We loved Assisi and Isola Maggiore, the gelato was yummy (from B)
Castelonchio
“ A real haven ”
We have had such a special, relaxing time in your wonderful place. It has been well worth travelling 18,441 km (Hamilton New Zealand to Perugia). Thank you for being the perfect hosts, with welcoming food & delicious wine, not to mention the fantastic olive oil. I shall miss your lovely pod, the garden and such a well-designed house. A real haven.
Many a Guardian crossword was solved under the beautiful holm oak, thank you.
Wendy & Mark, NZ staying in Castelonchio. Aug 2024
Castelonchio
“ A perfect spot for a relaxing stress-free Italian holiday ”
Castelonchio is a lovely villa for a family or small group of friends. It is conveniently situated near Lake Trasimeno, only half an hour from Perugia. The little local town of Tuoro is walkable and the grocery store/supermarket is conveniently close by. There are stunning hill top towns nearby and many other wonderful tourist sites in the vicinity. The villa itself is a beautiful two storied stone building, an old farmhouse that has been re-built sympathetically, with very good layout and lots of space. The house has lovely furnishings and a kitchen equipped with all you could need. Also very welcome, were the insect screens on all the windows. Best of all, there are lots of outside areas with comfortable chairs and tables for dining and lounging. We spent a lot of time lazing under the old holm oak near the kitchen. The grounds are spacious and lovely, set among the wider olive groves, and the pool is a great size: big enough for serious lap swimming, or just for soaking. Barry and Karen, our hosts, were very welcoming and discreet, but helpful when we asked for information, and good company when we wanted it. Their olive oil is spectacularly good, and in ready supply. We bought lots of tins to carry home. This was a memorable holiday, and just the place for quiet rest and recuperation. We will definitely be back!
Ms M.R, NZ staying in Castelonchio. Aug 2024
Castelonchio
“ A Wonderful Place ”
Can't say enough good things about this property and the people who own it. It is such a great spot. The villa is spacious and well equipped with great beds, overhead fans in every room and two full bathrooms. It's nestled in an olive grove (they make their own olive oil!) on a quiet road that doesn't get much traffic. The salt water pool was amazing and a great place to hang out on some of those super hot days.
Barry and Karen are wonderful hosts, available when we had questions, and full of local information and recommendations for places to visit and restaurants to get a good meal.
The location is absolutely perfect if you want to spend time in some of the medieval villages in the area. Cortona is 20 minutes away, Montepulciano is about 30 minutes away. Orvieto, which has an amazing cathedral, is about 50 minutes. The nearby village of Tuoro is a short drive, or a 20 minute walk away...
Lago de Trasimino is about a 25 minute walk from the villa, and there's a ferry you can catch there to Isola Maggiore...a small island with some churches, restaurants and very good gelato. We would happily return when we visit Italy again.
David & family staying in Castelonchio. Jul 2024
Castelonchio
“ Our stay was wonderful ”
Our stay was wonderful.  The house works perfectly for a family of adults with plenty of outdoor areas to have individual space plus communal areas to dine and play.  The large pool and table tennis table were much appreciated by us all and the grounds of the house are beautifully maintained under the guidance of Karen’s expert eye. The peace and views from Castelonchio are very special and we fully appreciate why our hosts chose this particular plot.
We must say a special thank you to Barry and Karen for their care and attention during our stay. Barry was like a personal concierge and having insider knowledge of the area meant we made so much more of our time in Umbria. We enjoyed meeting them both and appreciate how hard they work behind the scenes (no doubt in full olive harvest mode as I type).
The temperatures were hot during our stay and perhaps air conditioning in the upstairs rooms would have been a bonus but the ceiling fans were indeed a relief and we understand the prohibitive cost and practicalities of aircon.
As with our holiday in 2023 we very much appreciated your help in choosing a location that worked for us. Villa Castelonchio is in a superb spot for accessing local villages and also in easy distance of many Umbrian and Tuscan gems. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it.
Julie & family, UK staying in Castelonchio. Jun 2024
Castelonchio
“ Beautiful farmhouse in great location. ”
We really enjoyed our stay at Villa Castelonchio, from the moment we arrived until the day we left Barry and Karen made our stay extremely comfortable and their thoughtful touches throughout enhanced our enjoyment. There was a very generous welcome pack of food stuffs, extremely useful info in a binder about day trips with valuable info about where to park in busy Tuscan towns! They even left the equivalent of a nectar card for the local supermarket (excellent Gala, 2 mins drive away) attached to a key ring for extra discount on our shopping. I went with two young grandchildren and B&K had organised two cots and a high chair for us.
As our stay went on we really appreciated the location of the villa more and more. Tuoro itself is a sweet little town with Passagano and its island ferry trips and lovely lake walks and cafes/gelaterias and restaurants only 10 mins max by car., a trip up the hill to the Squirrel a must for stunning views! Cortona only 20 mins, Siena an hour, Assisi 45 mins and Florence 1h30m makes the villa extremely well situated, I even drove my daughter to Rome airport one Sunday morning and was back by 11:30am.
There are stunning views of lake Trasimeno from the gardens and patio too! The beautiful salt water pool area is stunning and spacious altho unheated. I think the villa represents great value for money and the area on the Umbria/Tuscany border is stunning. Karen and Barry will make your stay very enjoyable! Peter
Peter and family staying in Castelonchio. Sep 2023
Castelonchio
“ Fantastic week at Castelonchio ”
We had a fantastic week at Castelonchio in August. The house is airy and spacious and well equipped - Barry and Karen seem to have thought of everything. The saltwater pool is lovely and was a hit with all of us - we also enjoyed the barbecue and eating outside with the spectacuar views. The house is well situated, just on the Umbria/Tuscany border. within easy reach of towns such as Cortona and Orvieto, and Barry and Karen were always happy to suggest ideas for places to visit (we also enjoyed going to the island in the lake). Although perhaps a but less well known than Tuscany (which is very close by), we found this corner of Umbria charming, with warm and friendy people rightfully proud of their region - and of course the delicious and ubiquitous Umbrian truffles! Many thanks to Barry and Karen for a thoroughly enjoyable and relaxing week.
Alex and family staying in Castelonchio. Aug 2023
Castelonchio
“ The Perfect Place ”
Karen and Barry have created a place for true relaxation. Whether you are single or bring the family Castelonchio is memorable. The home is comfortable and has sunsets that are unmatched. They sense the amount of privacy each guests wants and are completely lovely.
Beth from US staying in Castelonchio. Jul 2023
Castelonchio
“ Wonderful 2 weeks ”
Thankyou for a wonderful 2 weekss! 3 generations of our family all happy, relaxed and wanting to come back. We loved the pool of course, but also the fabulous views, the serenity and your discrete care. You certainly live in paradise here.
Beate and family staying in Castelonchio. Aug 2022
Castelonchio
“ The perfect place ”
This simply is the perfect place you've given us, we have unwound, relaxed and immensely enjoyed our stay here - Dan gave it the big sell and he wasn't wrong. The views, the house, the area, absolutely perfect. The lovely welcome pack in the fridge, your beautiful garden and pool and even the warm welcome from the cats and both of you.
You couldn't have been better hosts - your place is absolutely beautiful and we can't wait to come back again.
Jill & family from UK staying in Castelonchio. Jul 2022
Castelonchio
“ Exactly what we wanted ”
Castelonchio is in a beautiful hillside location with great views. The house, gardens and pool are all of very good quality and well equipped. The owners live next door and managed a perfect balance of being available and helpful without intruding on our holiday. The local area is full of interesting places to visit and things to do. There is no downside to staying here. We will definitely return.
Peter staying in Castelonchio. Aug 2022
Castelonchio
“ Perfect house and pool ”
We had a fantastic week at Castelonchio. The house was lovely, authenic, clean and everything was just perfect. The saltwater pool was the best, we have experienced in a rented house. It was nice to arrive to the house where the host bid us welcome and even had provided food and wine in the frigde. The host was very helpfull, informative and kind in a most friendly way. We already miss the beautiful view from the house and the lovely evenings at one of the terraces.
Hanne staying in Castelonchio. Jul 2022
Castelonchio
“ Castelonchio the Umbrian Idyll ”
Wonderful welcome, fabulous setting, Five star with bells, a real treat. We loved it Alla prossima B&T x
B & T from UK staying in Castelonchio. May 2022
Castelonchio
“ A real home from home ”
We have had such a lovely time here, a real home from home, and amazing views. Thank you for your help and hospitality.
Tracy and family from UK staying in Castelonchio. May 2022
Castelonchio
“ A delightful Villa with large airy cool rooms ”
Castelonchio it self was a delightful Villa with large airy cool rooms. The owners Barry & Karen made us very welcome and I hope we were no trouble to them.
We visited Assisi and viewed the Basilica of St Francis, the Cathedral and the Basilica di Santa Chiara and had an excellent meal outside on the street at Trattoria Da Erminio on Via Montecavallo.
Also took the boat trip to Isola Maggiore, I was quite tickled that the boat was run by Italia Bus, again had a local meal at Albergo Ristonant da Sauro.
We were were taken with the "Walled" adjacent town of Castiglione del Lago. We had a lovely outdoor meal on a very hot afternoon at "Osteria Calandrino" on Via Vittorio Emanuele not far from the local Hospital. Hope spelling is correct all taken from Google Street view!
On our last night out we saw 2 wild boar when dining at the "Squirrel" "Lo Scoiattolo" restaurant up in the hills, we were on the balcony!! Very unexpected! The locals were throwing food to them from the balcony!
P.E. from UK staying in Castelonchio. Sep 2020
Castelonchio
“ A great place, highly recommended. ”
We had a fantastic time at Castelonchio. The property is really impressive with lots of space, a wonderful pool and large grounds plus the hosts are incredibly accommodating and helpful.
The accommodation is nice and spacious for 6 people with big and airy bedrooms. Everything is modernised, comfortable and the kitchen is well equipped. The large eating area outside is amazing with great views over the lake and a lovely spot to spend your evenings.
We walked down to the town on a couple of occasions for meals and the local restaurants are great. There is so much to do in the area both around the lake and beyond so you will have no trouble filling your time between enjoying the property and getting out and about. The property also has good access so you can get out to places really easily.
The owners are on hand to help if needed and are full of good suggestions on what to do and where to go. The accommodation is at the side of the property and the grounds are spacious so it’s nice and secluded from the main house.
A great place, highly recommended.
D.A. from UK staying in Castelonchio. Jul 2020
Castelonchio
“ The views from the pool and eating areas are spectacular ”
We had a wonderful holiday at Castelonchio. The views from the pool and eating areas are spectacular. We never tired of the marvellous panorama over lake Trasimeno and the surrounding hills. Being up the hill also meant we had pleasant breezes in the heat of August.
Barry and Karen are very kind and thoughtful hosts. They were so kind providing things for us (a praying mantis in a jam jar was a particular favourite of our 8 year old and we have our lavender pouches, made with lavender from the pool, at home to remind us.). They are full of useful info which they happily share - our trips to Sienna and Cortona were made so much easier with Barry’s great directions and helpful places to park for instance.
We enjoyed many meals out locally on recommendation from Barry and Karen. We enjoyed ambling into Tuoro to eat (but weren’t so keen on walking back up the hill afterwards!!). Barry and Karen really know everything so there is little we can add. There are a lot of local dishes made from fish from the lake which are great.
The house is very comfortable, very nicely decorated and spotless!
The area is brilliant. Really easy to get around and we loved Perugia and Sienna (on Palio day!) which are easy drives. I cycled the 65kms round lake Trasimeno early one morning and it was fun and interesting.
W.D. and family, UK staying in Castelonchio. Aug 2019
Castelonchio
“ ..Villa Castelonchio was the highlight of our trip ”
We are just back from a very enjoyable 5 week European holiday, which included 2 weeks staying at Villa Castelonchio, Tuoro Sul Trasimeno, in Umbria.
Our stay at Villa Castelonchio was the highlight of our trip and we thoroughly enjoyed our time there.
Barry and Karen where the perfect hosts and couldn’t have been more helpful and friendly. Their input on what to see and do in the area was fantastic, the only downside was that on the first night they introduced us to……Aperol Spritzer which we have developed a real taste for and now stock the ingredients ready for the coming summer in New Zealand and also sent us to their favourite local restaurant where the Pizza is superb and we will be hard-pressed to find anything close to in NZ.
The villa was everything that your website said it would be and we couldn’t have been happier. The fact that it had a full kitchen was a godsend for us as we like to prepare our own meals for some of the time we are away. It was well appointed and the 2 level layout meant that the other couple we had staying with us for some of the time could have their own space.
The villa’s location just a couple of minutes out of the Village meant that it was lovely and peaceful in a rural setting surrounded by olive groves and being just over the Tuscan/Umbria border meant that all the amazing tourist destinations were a short drive away, or as we did on a couple of occasions, a short train journey from the local station.
Barry and Karen keep the place immaculate and between the Aperol Spritzers, the Pizza and the swimming pool we didn’t want to leave. We would have no hesitation in recommending Villa Castelonchio to anyone wishing to have a superb holiday in this location.
M&J P. from New Zealand staying in Castelonchio. Feb 2019
Castelonchio
“ We had an absolutely lovely time at Castelonchio ”
We had an absolutely lovely time at Castelonchio. Barry and Karen our hosts greeted us most warmly and invited us to coffee the morning after our arrival to tell us more about the fascinating area around Lake Trasimeno. Our little grandchildren ran to the pool in their bathing costumes before we had even unpacked the cars and from then on it was the pool or nothing for them so it was with difficulty that we explored the endlessly intriguing small towns around the Lake. The immediate area is fascinating and the property is well within reach of the more major towns of Siena and Florence, Perugia and Arezzo - that is if the children will leave the pool and the grown ups will leave the beautiful garden with its amazing views.
P.C. staying in Castelonchio. Dec 2018
Castelonchio
“ Very comfortable house ”
Very comfortable house.Excellent out side space. Very well situated for exploring or in our case returning to favourite places. One new place this year a little further afield was Pienza.Would recommend for a visit. Trattoria Dardano in Cortona is a good place for lunch.Always busy.
J. L.W. staying in Castelonchio. Feb 2018
Castelonchio
“ We had a fabulous time at Castelonchio ”
We had a fabulous time at Castelonchio. The villa was immaculate & had everything you could possible wish. Sitting outside on the patio with a glass of local wine & looking at the views was beautifully relaxing & the children in particular, loved the fabulous pool. Barry & Karen were great hosts & recommended places of interest and were incredibly helpful researching how we could do a park/ride to Rome on our last day. We had beautiful day trips to Siena, Orvieto, Gubbio & San Gimignano as well as a very enjoyable boat trip out to one of the islands in Lake Trasimeno. All in all, it was a fantastic week & we hope to visit Barry & Karen's beautiful house again sometime.
D.R. family staying in Castelonchio. Nov 2018
Castelonchio
“ I am jealous of your Italian paradise ”
I am jealous of your Italian paradise. If you need extra help with the pruning of the olive trees or grass cutting, do give me a ring! Free labour ;o) Wonderful relaxing week, good to see medieval towns and churches. Great history and good food. The pool is the icing on the cake and Castelonchio is a retreat from the hurly burly. As John Wayne said, 'I shall return."
Mr. N.C. and friends, from U.K. staying in Castelonchio. Feb 2014
Castelonchio
“ We have loved every minute ”
Karen and Barry - Thank you so much for lending us your beautiful home! We have loved every minute. Over our two weeks we have visited Florence (by train - very easy), Siena (our favorite city - so gorgeous), Cortona, Assisti and Isola Maggiore (almost by peddalo!). We've also had lovely relaxed days reading by and playing in the pool and making delicious food to eat on the super verandah. You have been most hospitable and have made our wonderful stay even more special! Many, many thanks...
Ms. C.B. and friends, from U.K. staying in Castelonchio. Feb 2015
Castelonchio
“ The setting is idyllic, so relaxing ”
Thank you Barry and Karen for sharing your beautiful home with us. The setting is idyllic, so relaxing. Thank you for your advice and recommendations and a fridge full of provisions. A wonderful holiday to celebrate our ruby wedding anniversary, will remember it always.
Mr. R.B. and friends, from U.K. staying in Castelonchio. Dec 2016
Castelonchio
“ ...a relaxing and pleasant experience ”
Thank you so much for you kind hospitality and letting us stay at your wonderful house. We've had a brilliant time exploring the area and coming back here to wind down has been a relaxing and pleasant experience. I even managed to surprise my beautiful girlfriend (now fiancee) with a marriage proposal in the olive grove. I'm sure we'll be back again at some point.
Mr. D.B. and friends, from U.K. staying in Castelonchio. Dec 2017
Castelonchio
“ ..another amazing holiday! ”
Thank you, Barry and Karen, for another amazing holiday! Gorgeous house, with a perfect pool and perfect hosts. We all hope to see you again soon!
Mr. T.E. and family, from the U.K. staying in Castelonchio. Feb 2017
Castelonchio
“ Umbria for us from now on ”
Thank you very much Barry and Karen - Very nice. I apologize for not doing my research before I arrived, Umbria for us from now on. Amongst all the culture, history, leather and wine shops, there was the lake. Treat yourself and hire that paddle board Barry, the best €10 per hour you'll spend for a sore back. ... and the house/ the view / the pool - if only Fife were warm (or even saw the sun), it could be this good. ... and what a surprise, there's we thinking that my summer C90 tape mix would be useless without my walkman - the next time, I'll bring a few more cassettes. Wonderful!
Mrs. F.H. and family staying in Castelonchio.
Castelonchio
“ ....really great personal service from Invitation to Tuscany ”
We all had a fantastic time thanks, and I can’t believe that it was a week since we left to come home!
The villa was beautiful and really well fitted out. Barry & Karen were the prefect hosts – there for advice if you wanted it but left you space for yourselves the rest of the time. The welcome drink and restaurant recommendations were most appreciated, together with all the food and drink in the Welcome Pack.
All of the local restaurants we went to were ones recommended, and we enjoyed really good local food, at a very treasonable cost.
We went to Siena and Cortona whilst we were there, and some of the smaller towns around the lake – all very easy to get to thanks to Barry’s instructions in the villa.
The big hit with the most important person, our 11 year-old granddaughter, was of course the huge pool. In fact our son and daughter-in-law used it quite a lot as well.
I will, and have already, recommend it to friends, and I hope that we can go back as a family someday.
Finally, a big thanks to you and Dan for all your help in the year since we first booked it, really great personal service from Invitation to Tuscany.
Bob D. staying in Castelonchio. Feb 2017
Castelonchio
“ Castelonchio more than lives up to its reputation ”
Castelonchio more than lives up to its reputation. Excellent accomodation,wonderful salt water pool in substantial well kept grounds and easy walking distance to shopping and the village. And a plus--charming and most helpful hosts.
Anonymous staying in Castelonchio. Sep 2011
Castelonchio
“ ..stayed at Castelonchio 2 years ago and loved it so much we returned ”
We stayed at Castelonchio 2 years ago and loved it so much we returned again this year. The English owners Barry & Karen are super hosts (they live next door) and are able to offer sound advice on all things local together with a warm welcome. The accomodation is lovely with 3 big bedrooms and 2 'well appointed' bathrooms. Bed linen from 'The White House' and everything really comfy and clean. Kitchen well stocked with the necessary implements if you want to practice your Italian cookery skills as we did. Beautiful view over Lago Trasimeno from your little balcony outside the main double bedroom and the outside terrace which is perfect for breakfast. There's a decent supermarket nearby - within walking distance if you run out of wine but 5 mins by car if you need heavier supplies. Good local (and cheap) rail links to tourist towns ie Assisi if you don't want to be a slave to the car. Passignano 10 mins away for some lovely restaurants near the lake. If it’s convenient then we recommend flying to Perugia as it's an easy drive. Enjoy!
Anonymous staying in Castelonchio. Oct 2010
Castelonchio
“ I can see us going back soon ”
The house was comfortable and spacious, it felt fresh and everything we needed was there, inside the house and out; lots of garden, ample parking, we enviously eyed the pool but were there too early in the year for a swim, so contented ourselves instead with wandering around the olive grove, enjoying the views of Lake Trasimeno and beyond. And to misquote someone, the angels were in the details: a bottle of home grown olive oil in a kitchen cupboard, some fresh milk and cold wine waiting in the fridge when we arrived, and joy of joys, the kitchen knives were properly sharp! It is a house that has been thought through, and through again.
The hosts Barry and Karen were helpful and friendly - even when our 5 year old sneaked off and hid behind the wintering lemon tree, for a full 20 minutes, enjoying our increasingly frantic flapping. (It was reassuring to realise that small adventurous children cannot escape without the key to the gate.) They gave us suggestions for things to visit and see which were perfect for our family, with genuinely useful and detailed information; like knowing exactly where to park on our trips to Assisi and Cortona, or printing off the ferry timetable for Isola Maggiore on the lake, and which of the local train stations to choose for the best services to Orvieto (with its funicular, extraordinary double helix well, caves: a perfect day out for both adults and kids.)The local village - in walking distance - had everything we needed. A pizzeria - delicious pizza, good value and welcoming, a well-stocked supermarket, and much more that we didn't get to explore. It is a really rich and interesting part of Italy to visit, with more to see and visit than is possible in a week, or even two. I can see us going back
Mr. D.D. and family, Italy staying in Castelonchio. Mar 2010
Castelonchio
“ My favourite thing was the swimming pool ”
The hosts, Barry and Karen, were very helpful and attentive. The villa was in excellant condition and fully equipped. Location was good and having a supermarket a mile away was very convenient. The panoramic view of the lake was fantastic from Castelonchio. My favourite thing was the swimming pool, surrounded by lavender bushes. Great to smell whilst you were swimming and listening to the bees was relaxing too. Great summer holiday memories. Honestly can't think of anything negative to say about, maybe the only thing is that you would need a car to get about. Public transport not near farmhouse.
Anonymous staying in Castelonchio. Dec 2010
Castelonchio
“ The location here is incredible - very quiet with stunning views ”
The owners, Barry and Karen made our family feel so welcome. We arrived late, after the shops had shut and there was even pasta and provisions left to fill our rumbling tummies! The location here is incredible - very quiet with stunning views. There's a handy shop nearby and a few local restaurants. We were even invited to help pick olives in the next door grove. The beautifully restored farmhouse is immaculate and comfortable. I hope we can visit again sometime!
Ms. M.K. and family, UK staying in Castelonchio. Feb 2010
Castelonchio
“ ...everything in the property is five star ”
The location is great, overlooking Trasimeno, with outstanding evening views. But what is exceptional about staying here is that everything in the property is five star. It is really well designed, and furnished and looked after and comfortable. So when you get there it exceeds the promise of the pictures. Every part of the proerty so well-cared for - and that makes for a better holiday. Add to that that the hospitality (we were really well looked after - far and away beyond what we might have expected) and it made for a fantastic week. We'd happily go back there and can recommend it without reservation also - excellent location - Trasimeno a walk away, Assissi nearby, cycling round the lake etc...perfect. We'll be back.
Anonymous staying in Castelonchio. Dec 2011
Castelonchio
“ ...a high standard with extras as well ”
We could not fault the service we received from the initial booking to the stay in the villa. The owners made sure everything was provided to a high standard with extras as well. They were very friendly and helpful when needed but remained discreet during our stay. The farmhouse was wonderful itself with amazing views and the grounds gave us lots of space to spread out. The pool was beautiful, very refreshing and surrounded by fragrant lavender. The location was wonderful and quiet being in a rural setting outside the small town with views of Lake Trasimeno. You can easily visit several famous cities and local historic towns. We particularly enjoyed being able to walk to local restaurants (slight hill involved on homeward route). We also enjoyed discovering for ourselves the local area.
UK visitors staying in Castelonchio. Feb 2012
Castelonchio
“ It is the only home we would consider going back to ”
My friend and I vacation in Tuscany/Umbria every summer in a different home for two weeks for the last 12 years. By far, this was the nicest home and best experience. The hosts are wonderful; the home comfortable and is truly well located. The breeze from lake makes every day a nice one! It is the only home we would consider going back to.
Ms. B.D. and friend, USA staying in Castelonchio. Feb 2012
Castelonchio
“ Wish we could have stayed longer! ”
We thoroughly enjoyed our week's stay here. Wish we could have stayed longer! The villa is gorgeous, the pool is lovely and both have amazing views of the lake and surrounding countryside. The owners were very kind and helpful. It was a truly amazing stay! Highly recommend to anyone
Mrs. S.L. and family, UK staying in Castelonchio. Dec 2012
Castelonchio
“ Reading through all the reviews there is not one negative comment ”
Reading through all the reviews there is not one negative comment. That's because this is a perfect holiday, a real home away from home in an idyllic setting. We had a 2 and 4 year old with us and we felt very relaxed knowing they could safely explore the lovely grounds, swim in the great pool, pick grapes and olives and spend hours trying to catch grasshoppers and lizards. We enjoyed sipping wine at sunset overlooking the stunning view of the lake, visiting the beautiful towns of Cortona, Assissi , Perugia etc. A great little supermarket is close by, a winery at the bottom of the hill, gorgeous ice cream shops by the lake .... all very easy and stress free holiday. Thanks Barry and Karen - keep up the good work and we hope to return one day.
Mrs. L.W. and family, UK staying in Castelonchio. Dec 2012
Castelonchio
“ Our recent stay at Castelonchio was superb ”
Our recent stay at Castelonchio was superb. The villa was first class and the owners really know how to make their guests feel welcome. Their knowledge of the local area and the little tips on how to get around were immensely helpful. We were a family of 6, which included myself, my wife, 2 grandparents and 2 Daughters of ages 10 & 14 and we found enough variety during the 2 weeks to keep everyone happy. We swam and used the facilities at the local lake, Parco Del Lago Trasimeno, sunbathed around the Villas pool with its beautiful surroundings, went site seeing in many of the local towns, all soaked in history and tradition, and ventured out to Rome: only a 2 hour train journey.
Enjoying a good meal was an important part of our holiday and we had great experiences at the local restaurants with one particularly nice tavern within walking distance. Catering for ourselves was also easy to do as the Villa was fully equipped with all the utensils we needed, including the most important thing a BBQ.
I wholeheartedly recommend staying at Castelonchio if you are looking for a holiday that encompasses traditional Italy whilst staying in total comfort.
Mr. M.C. and family, UK staying in Castelonchio. Feb 2014
Castelonchio
“ This house is always a delight ”
This house is always a delight, the rooms are clean, crisp and comfortable, the views of the lake so pretty, breakfast, lunch and dinner on the terrace always has a stunning backdrop. We enjoyed exploring the area including the lakeside town of Passignano sul Trasimeno, just a 10 minute drive from the house, where we enjoyed seafood in some new favourite restaurants. You can take boat rides to the islands or just paddle on the shore, there is something for everyone.
L.& L. staying in Castelonchio. Sep 2015
Castelonchio
“ Barry and Karen were great hosts ”
We had a fabulous week at Castelonchio. Barry and Karen were great hosts. I was perhaps a little apprehensive about the "shared" aspect of the accommodation, particularly with 3 fairly small and noisy children, but I needn't have been. The annexe was large, comfortable and private. The pool was beautiful, as in fact was the location generally, and although we were effectively sharing Barry and Karen's home, we did not feel like we were intruding. They were there, but somehow not! (If that makes sense?!)
Barry recommended places to go and see, which were all worth the trip (again we had been slightly apprehensive about sightseeing with small children in the height of Summer). We ate out a couple of times at Da Silvano's, a pizza place in the village, which had good food and a friendly owner (Omar). We also tried a more up market fish restaurant in nearby Passignano, which was also good.
All in all, highly recommended. We would definitely go back.
Mrs. S.H. and family, UK staying in Castelonchio. Feb 2013
Damiano
“ Montestigliano-where your dream of visiting Tuscany begins! ”
Francesco is the most accommodating host we have ever met. He was so kind and helpful and even got us out of a traffic mishap. The grounds are meticulous and our Casa Damiano (house) was so warm and inviting, we felt that we were "at home." The location is very convenient to many sites, restaurants and the Autoroute. When you dream of visiting Tuscany, start by reviewing the website for Montestigliano.
Connie staying in Damiano. May 2024
Damiano
“ Felt like family! ”
Stayed 5 nights with friends and it was wonderful. The views are breathtaking and accommodations just perfect. Francesco and all the staff were very welcoming and I’m so glad we made it for pizza night. Damiano is an accountant by day and a chef and karaoke singer by night. Needless to say there was eating, drinking, singing and dancing throughout the evening. A wonderful place to stay.
Liz B staying in Damiano. May 2024
Casa Carina
“ Comfortable villa in peaceful location ”
The villa is excellent but the roads take some manoeuvring which is mentioned before arrival. It's in a peaceful location with a small pool that is probably not for people with mobility issues as it's off ground with steps to access it. But very welcome.
The walks are pleasant but challenging as it's extremely hilly. The owner was extremely helpful when we had our car damaged when we went off route on an unmade road. Excellent service and help from him. Wonderful food delivery courtesy of Valentina which we were very grateful for. A wonderful experience overall.
Jaak Tikerpae staying in Casa Carina. Sep 2026
Casa Carina
“ What a fabulous villa! ”
We had a wonderful holiday in Casa Carina, what a fabulous villa! Comfortable stylish with the most magnificent views. Mario was invaluable! He welcomed us and guided us up the steep but manageable path to the idyllic venue set on two levels with the pool which was a delight to regularly jump in and cool down. Our week was so peaceful, relaxing and enjoyable, Mario gave us such a warm and kind helpful welcome. Thank you Mario! Would highly recommend. A 5 star experience.
Alison, UK staying in Casa Carina. Aug 2024
Casa Carina
“ Lovely villa and host (beware the driveway) ”
We stayed a week at Casa Carina in early October, and had a wonderful time. The villa itself is spacious and charming (save the disconcerting ceramic mask on the wall), and its best feature is the covered veranda with a beautiful view across the valley to the nearby villages of Colelungo and Morre. I thoroughly recommend relaxing there as the sun sets, sipping wine and listening to the local wildlife (we heard cicadas, crickets, owls, other birds of prey, and wild boar) and watching the bats chase down the insects.
Mario is a lovely host and could not do enough for us. HIs wife made us some delicious lasagne and tiramisu which were waiting for us on our arrival along with a couple of bottles of local wine. Mario also offered to stock the villa with supplies from the local supermarket if we had so wished. He brought us firewood when we wanted it, and kindly took the time to make recommendations of local walks and restaurants, and to walk with us about the local agriculture (olives and vineyards). We happenned to be there around the start of the grape harvest, so he obtained a bottle of mosto from his friend and brought it to us (it was very tasty).
I have very few negative comments about our stay: The fixings of the toilet seat had been broken by a previous guest, and it would have been nice if the seat did not move about so much, but I believe that Mario was still looking for the necessary parts to fix it, so that's understandable. I would echo the comments made by other guests about the driveway. It takes about 8 minutes to get from the house to the main road, and he driveway is steep and heavily rutted in places, covered with loose stones and dust. We had a front-wheel drive rental car, which coped with it all, but I am glad the rental car came to us with considerable pre-existing scratches and dents, because I did not have to worry too much about chipping the paintwork on it. I would not have wanted to drive a shiny new car up and down that driveway, and rear-wheel drive would be a no-no. Apart from laying rough concrete for the length of the driveway, I'm not sure there's much that Mario could do about it. Overall, we had a wonderful week, thanks in no small part to Mario's kindness and readiness to help. I have no hesitation in recommending Casa Carina to all. But Mario, please get rid of the ceramic baby's-face mask to the right of the fireplace; I'm still having nightmares about it! ;-)
Andrew, UK staying in Casa Carina. Sep 2024
Casa Carina
“ Beautiful Stay ”
Casa Carina was everything we hoped it would be.
It’s a wonderful, peaceful, beautiful location. Despite the heat of August, the house wasn’t too hot.
Mario was an excellent host - he helped us with the drive leading up to the house, and was incredibly friendly and welcoming. He even helped with an issue with our car, and gave our girls the opportunity to meet his horses.
Altogether we had a wonderful time and could not fault it.
Priscilla and family from the UK staying in Casa Carina. Aug 2024
Casa Carina
“ A True Umbrian Escape ”
Casa Carina is a smaller villa full of rustic charm, located well off the beaten track. We had a super week here, surrounded by the sights and sounds of unspoiled nature - in particular there were lots of butterflies. The pool was ideal, very refreshing on a hot day and the villa had pleasant outdoor spaces to relax and unwind, along with pretty walks on the doorstep. There was ample room for the four of us (good to have the two en-suite bathrooms) and we experienced it all in some of the best and worst weather. We were glad we to have a pack of cards and decent TV with Casting option when the rain was pouring down and the wind was howling!
Mario was an excellent host, always responsive and able to offer help and advice as required. We were very grateful to have a selection of wine and groceries waiting for us on our arrival after a long day of travelling. The kitchen could have been slightly better equipped but it was adequate for our needs. We cooked a few meals ourselves and also enjoyed eating out at a couple of excellent local restaurants (Osteria La Cruccola in Acqualoreto and Kairos in Izzalini).
We made trips to Todi (the nearest town), Assisi, Orvieto and Florence (a long but brilliant day). The duomo in Orvieto was particularly awe-inspiring! We visited Trebotti organic winery on our return from Orvieto for a fascinating tour and tasting experience. Definitely recommend!
Do heed the advice regarding the track to the villa - it has some extremely steep gradients to negotiate which are not for the faint hearted! A 4x4 would cope fine (would definitely recommend), but if you have a front wheel drive hatchback like we did then you might want to disable the traction control when you leave the main road. We got used to it though and it's worth the effort for the view when you get there - all part of the adventure!
Angela from UK staying in Casa Carina. Aug 2023
Il Mulino
“ Traumhafter Urlaub ”
Wir hatten zwei wunderbare Urlaubswochen in traumhafter Umgebung. Wer Ruhe und Abgeschiedenheit sucht, ist dort genau richtig. Real sieht alles noch besser aus als auf den Bildern. Trotz der Tallage hat man am Pool den ganzen Tag Sonne. Gleichzeitig findet man immer ein schattiges Plätzchen, wenn man das will. Das Haus ist geschmack- und liebevoll eingerichtet und bietet alles, was man braucht. Die Schotterstraße war auf Grund der Schlaglöcher in den steilen Passagen für unseren über 20 Jahre alten Toyota etwas abenteuerlich und beschwerlich, aber machbar. Stefania, die sich vor Ort um alles kümmert, ist äußerst freundlich, hilfsbereit und immer ansprechbar und erreichbar, wenn es nötig sein sollte.
Holger and family staying in Il Mulino. Aug 2026
Il Mulino
“ A Perfect Umbrian Escape ”
We have had an absolutely fantastic stay at Il Mulino and cannot recommend it highly enough.
The villa is simply stunning—beautifully restored, full of character and set in the most peaceful surroundings. From the moment we arrived, it felt like a true escape. Every day started with coffee overlooking the countryside and ended with a glass of local wine as the sun went down. It really is a special place.
The pool is outstanding and became the centrepiece of our holiday. It’s immaculately maintained, a great size and the perfect place to relax after exploring the beautiful towns and villages of Umbria.
The villa itself is exceptionally well equipped, spotlessly clean and has everything needed for a comfortable stay. It’s clear that a great deal of care has gone into creating such a welcoming home, and it strikes the perfect balance between authentic Umbrian charm and modern comfort.
We spent the week visiting places such as Assisi, Gubbio, Montone and Lake Trasimeno, all within easy reach, making Il Mulino the perfect base for exploring this beautiful region.
If you’re looking for peace, privacy, breathtaking scenery and an authentic Italian countryside experience, you won’t find many places better than this. We have made some wonderful memories here and would return without hesitation.
Thank you for sharing such an incredible property with us—we sincerely hope to visit again.
Joseph and family staying in il Mulino. Jul 2026
Il Mulino
“ Il Mulino ”
It's a really lovely spot, the house was great, lovely pool (good size), the kitchen well equipped.
Brilliant listening to the frogs in the morning!
The journey down from the main road is quite steep. The main bedroom and 2nd bedroom were lovely, tho 3rd bedroom was small and not v comfortable.
The privacy and seclusion, the local woods etc - just perfect.
Jane P and family staying in Il Mulino. Jun 2026
Il Mulino
“ Perfect Days ”
It was our second stay at Il Mulino and we really enjoyed it again. If you are looking for peaceful tranquility combined with a high standard of comfort, you´ll find it here. You are in the middle of the forest and feel safe and secure, surrounded by light and warmth. Great!
See you again, Michael, Jule and Leander
Michael and family staying in Il Mulino. Aug 2025
Il Mulino
“ Amazing ”
Beautiful, remote and clean. Wonderful family vacation with all the lovely villages close by to visit.
Heather and family staying in Il Mulino. Jul 2025
Il Mulino
“ Un séjour très agréable à Il Mulino ”
Un séjour très agréable à Il Mulino, au coeur de la campagne ombrienne. La maison est très belle, au calme au coeur de la vallée. Elle est très bien équipée, et le contact est très fluide avec le propriétaire et le gestionnaire. Nous avons passé 15 jours formidables.
A very pleasant stay at Il Mulino, in the heart of the Umbrian countryside. The house is beautiful, peacefully located in the heart of the valley. It is very well equipped, and communication with the owner and manager is very smooth. We had a wonderful 15 days.
Fabien and family staying in Il Mulino. Jul 2025
Il Mulino
“ Wonderful Stay ”
Thank you to the Invitation to Tuscany team for a wonderful stay in Il Mulino, Umbria.
Our villa was heavenly, beautifully decorated, in a quiet wooded valley and our housekeeper Stefania was delightful.
The helpful interactions with Laura on the team in Italy about the details were great in advance, the villa was immaculately clean upon and we loved our welcome gift.
We enjoyed a really wonderful and memorable family holiday, our only regret is that we only booked one week! We would love to return, thank you!
Louisa Stone staying in Il Mulino. Jun 2025
Il Mulino
“ Es einfach gar nichts auszusetzen ”
Wir haben sehr viel Erfahrung mit Ferienhäusern, aber in diesem Fall gibt es einfach gar nichts auszusetzen. Für jede Stunde des Tages gibt es einen geeigneten Platz im Haus, am Haus, ums Haus herum. Ob man es in der Sonne mag oder im Halbschatten, alles ist möglich. Die Gesamtatmosphäre, die sich aus absoluter Ruhe, Wald, Haus, Stil und Ausstattung ergibt, ist ungemein harmonisch und entspannend. Wenn man den Ort betritt ist man sofort im Urlaub. Wunderbar! Also ein großes Lob an die Vermieter für dieses gelungene Ferienerlebnis. Vielen Dank. Mit den besten Grüßen, Michael, Jule und Leander
We have a lot of experience with holiday homes, but in this case there is simply nothing to complain about. For every hour of the day there is a suitable place in the house, on the house, around the house. Whether you like it in the sun or in the shade, everything is possible. The overall atmosphere, which results from absolute peace, forest, house, style and furnishings, is incredibly harmonious and relaxing. When you enter the place you are immediately on holiday. Wonderful! So a big compliment to the landlords for this successful holiday experience.
Michael and family, Germany staying in il Mulino. Aug 2024
Il Mulino
“ Maison chaleureuse où l’on se sent comme chez soi ”
Une semaine pour se ressourcer en famille dans une maison très agréable, chaleureuse où l’on se sent comme chez soi. Décoration raffinée. Le calme absolu.
A week to recharge your batteries with your family in a very pleasant, warm house where you feel at home. Refined decoration. Absolute calm.
Charlotte & family staying in Il Mulino. Aug 2024
Il Mulino
“ Perfect place to get away ”
Great house in the middle of the forest and great valley. Perfect place to get away. Housekeeper Stefanie was nice and always ready to help.
Enjoyed our stay very much.
Phillip and family from Belgium staying in Il Mulino. Jul 2024
Il Mulino
“ Perfect location for total peace and quiet ”
Arrived following a week near the coast. The mill is a perfect location for total peace and quiet. The pool was well used. For day trips we'd recommend Gubbio, Perugia, Assisi and the lake/beach at Passignano. We enjoyed star gazing one night and saw shooting stars. A fabulous holiday, thank you.
Charlotte, Jeremy and family from Enfield, UK staying in Il Mulino. Aug 2018
Il Mulino
“ Beautiful Valley ”
Our second visit, lovely as ever! So good to be back in this beautiful valley.
Hildegaard Family from Copenhagen staying in il Mulino. Jul 2017
Il Mulino
“ Fantastic relaxing holiday ”
Fantastic relaxing holiday. Loved the Umbria Jazz Festival in Perugia, so much we visited it twice! Also, loved visiting the Alberto Burri exhibitions (2 musuems) in Città di Castello. Thank you!
Andrew & Family from London staying in il Mulino. Jul 2017
Torrevista
“ Ideal stay for groups ”
Ideal stay for groups, to getting around in Tuscany, quite close to many attractions in the regionThe neighborhood was fantastic. The mansion is perfectly equipped, even with basic spices, oil, vinegar, for first day cooking. The owner was really helpful
Andras and family from Hungart staying in Torrevista. Oct 2024
Torrevista
“ Relaxing family holiday in a fantastic environment ”
Great location with a great view. The house was what you would imagine a villa in the middle of a winery in Tuscany. We were thrilled!
Eva and family from Austria staying in Torrevista. Jun 2023
Torrevista
“ We really enjoyed our stay at Torrevista ”
We really enjoyed our stay at Torrevista. The weather was great and the property just what we expected. I have to also say how satisfied I was with our overall experience using Invitation to Tuscany for our booking. Lyn was a great help and the whole process from making the initial reservations, being able to make them in English, making payments, getting information on the property and area in advance. The Internet is an amazing tool for this. I really appreciated how Lyn tried contacting us before our arrive to make sure we knew how to get to Torrevista as the address does not show up on GPS navigation. We would like to go back sometime.
We will highly recommend Invitation to Tuscany to anyone we know interested in traveling to Tuscany. Thanks for helping us have such a great vacation/holiday.
Mr. R.M. and family, USA staying in Torrevista.
Torrevista
“ Great value here! ”
Great value here! The hosts were fantastic and personable. The complimentary wine tasting is not to be missed - definitely a highlight of the trip. It's your own piece of heaven - very close to San Gimignano!I would definitely stay here again!
Mr. J.R. with family and friends, USA staying in Torrevista.
Contenta
“ Simply incredible. ”
Simply incredible. The structure is fantastic, compared to the listing photos I found an overall harmony and elegance not perceived by the individual photos. Sauna, Turkish Bathroom and pool, overlooking the vineyards are really priceless. We spent 5 days with friends, cooking and relaxing together. Well, everything was wonderful. The surroundings then …. Well, what to add to the Chianti area. The amenities were also very punctual and thanks to the assistance of the Host we were also able to cook the pizza in the wood-fired oven. We'll be back.
Mario staying in Contenta. May 2025
Contenta
“ A very pretty, peaceful place ”
Our family of eight adults stayed here for a week. A beautiful place with beautiful surroundings. Everything seemed luxurious. A little off the beaten path, but we thought the villa's beauty, spaciousness, and cleanliness were well worth it. The only request we had was a few more pillows (they provide a list of desired firmness!) and they were delivered promptly! The kitchen is well stocked- we cooked 2 dinners there. The outdoor space is well done. We enjoyed the sauna and steam room, as well as the outdoor shower. We did some cold plunges in the pool beforehand! The small touches were so appreciated- a wonderful welcome basket, the toiletries were great, the cards and games all added to our enjoyment. Just a very pretty, peaceful place.
Karen, US staying in Contenta. Oct 2024
Villa di Monterchi
“ Wonderful stay at Villa di Monterchi ”
We had a wonderful stay at the villa. Rosado made us feel so welcome and had great suggestions for visits. The villa is beautiful. It has an excellent location for visiting other towns. The views are gorgeous and hot tub and pool excellent.The kitchen is amply equipped for 6 avid cooks! We can’t wait to come back.
Susan W., USA staying in VIlla di Monterchi. Nov 2024
Villa di Monterchi
“ Absolutely wonderful! ”
Beautiful villa! The roses, the view, the pool, the house...all absolutely wonderful! Rosado was the most gracious host, offering to make dinner reservations, checking in to see if we needed anything and making amazing recommendations for day trips. We would love to return!
Marie R. staying in VIlla di Monterchi. Jun 2023
Scudo
“ Very good! ”
Very good. Especially pool, outside pizza oven and barbecue.
Breakfast bakery service and rubbish service very good.
Matthew, Germany staying in Scudo. Aug 2024
Lunetta
“ Villa Lunetta ”
Riga the hostess was excellent. I can’t say more about how personable and informative she was. We really liked the architecture of the villa and the facility. In fact, it was exceptional. We spent evenings around the large table located between the bar and pool. We wish we could have enjoyed the pool as well but the weather did not cooperate.
The primary negatives is that the front entrance location was very confusing. The first time we arrived at the back door because it presented itself with iron large gates around a walled courtyard. The actual ‘front’ parking area was harder to find, in part because we arrived after sundown and missed the small sign. After we did find it, three times in four days I turned from the gravel driveway into the wrong parking area. It was particularly difficult after dark.
Also, while the huge kitchen table was fantastic, the cabinet and silverware/china arrangement could use improvement, but this is a minor complaint.
Joe Sirvinkis staying in Lunetta. Sep 2026
Lunetta
“ Gorgeous property ”
Travel advisor since 1981, traveled around the world. By far, the best Villa/home experience. Gorgeous property !! Every room in Villa is equally superb. En-suite bathrooms in all. Think old world villa vibe with enhancements of a new build. Serene property & excellent staff.
Kathleen G. staying in Lunetta. Sep 2024
Lunetta
“ Wonderful! ”
Wonderful location, stylish accommodation, and excellent staff who were friendly and efficient. The perfect combination for a wonderful Tuscan holiday.
David from UK staying in Lunetta. Jun 2024
Villa Bartolomeo
“ Simply great ”
Great views, great location, supermarket only 5 minutes away
Richard, UK staying in Villa Bartolomeo. Jun 2024
Cardo
“ Very comfortable ”
We felt very comfortable in the apartment Cardo. The equipment is simple but functional. In the kitchen is everything you need for daily use. Sunbeds and umbrellas are available in sufficient numbers by the pool.
Stefan P. staying in Cardo. Aug 2022
Casa Etrusca
“ A little slice of heaven in Castelmuzio! ”
This beautiful villa does not disappoint. From the moment you walk through the large double doors, you are greeted with stunning furnishings, a stocked kitchen, incredibly comfortable bedding and plenty of bathrooms. The patio, landscaping and plunge pool just add to the allure of this little slice of heaven. We did not want to leave. But when we did, we were just a short drive from vineyards, restaurants and other gorgeous towns located in the area.
Karlie, US staying in Casa Etrusca. Jul 2024
Casa Etrusca
“ A fabulous house in a great location to make the most of your time in Tuscany ”
Great location that allowed us day trips to more than 10 different towns and cities. Excellent design and decoration of the house and all amenities. Air con worked, very functional kitchen and all bedrooms and bathrooms very comfortable. Easy to access washing and various relaxation areas made it a pleasure to stay in. Concierge Paola was a huge help in arranging restaurants and all her recommendations were fabulous!
Mark, Australia staying in Casa Etrusca. Jul 2024
Pilastri
“ Blown away by the villa and all the facilities ”
I wanted to email and say a BIG thank you for all your help in enabling us to have the most wonderful holiday at Pilastri. We really did have the best time in the most incredible setting. Â We were honestly blown away by the villa and all the facilities. The pictures do not do it justice and we were very pleasantly surprised by how much bigger everything was in real life. The size of our private pool was fabulous and even the shared pool looked much larger in real life. Â The house had everything we needed and there was a lot to explore too.
Your tips were very helpful and Francesca was also amazing and made us feel very welcome. We actually have almost too many good things to say about the place. The dinner cooked for us by the chef was wonderful and they were very accommodating of our likes/dislikes. Â It was most definitely a worthwhile experience especially after travelling. The setting where we ate was really lovely too.
The small poolside bar was well stocked and reasonably priced and it was great to be able to have cold beer on tap and the knowledge that we always had a wide variety of drinks and snacks available there.
With regards to activities, we did the wine/olive oil tasting at Palagina which was well run and they did a great job of making it an interesting experience for both adults and also the children too. We also went there one evening for dinner amongst the vines. This was probably our favourite night of the trip with music, food and of course wine. We had a lot of fun chatting to everyone at the table and the scenery was gorgeous.
I think my only criticism would be that it isn’t clear which bedrooms are part of the building and which are ‘extra’. I had been hoping we would be able to sleep in the beautiful four poster room but that is one of the rooms that gets added to villa when more than 4 bedrooms are requested. Perhaps a plan of the villa can be added to the listing (or something similar). However, we were not very disappointed as the whole place was amazing.
Thank you again for all your help with the booking. We will definitely book through you again.
Andrew & Family, UK staying in Pilastri. Jul 2024
Pilastri
“ The situation of the Borgo is excellent ”
The situation of the Borgo is excellent- peaceful and very rural with pleasant country walking within a 100 metres or so.The village is a few minutes drive away with friendly shops and the big supermarket only 15 minutes drive. There are beautiful remote villages in every direction.
The big town, Figline, has the benefit of a railway station only 10 minutes from the Borgo, with the delightful town of Arezzo well worth a visit.The staff were exceptionally kind and helpful and we have already booked a return two weeks in 2024!!
D.G. from UK staying in Pilastri. Sep 2022
Villa Ponte
“ Our stay here was out of this world ”
Our stay here was out of this world. We had such a great time splashing by the pool and eating delicious foos. You are such sweet people and made our trip something we will always treasure. We are so apperciative of what you've done for us to make everything just perfect! We loved Lucca and enjoyed every moment of our trip. We had a wonderful time celebrating Nancy and Bob's 50th wedding anniversary we couldn't have asked for a better way to relax and explore Italy.
Adeline, US staying in Villa Ponte. Jun 2022
Trebbiano
“ A Tuscan treat ”
The apartment was lovely, perfect for 2, although with the help of our hosts we managed to comfortably fit in our adult daughter. The location is idyllic, staff charming and the wine is superb. On arrival, tired and hot, we could have done with some help transferring luggage to the apartment ( not near the car park). We did point out but it wasn’t too much of an issue, that the fridge only kept thinks slightly cool not chilled. Overall it was a super break and we would most certainly return.
Mike from UK staying in Trebbiano. Jun 2022
Trebbiano
“ A gem of a place ”
This is a little gem of a place! Clean and comfortable in an excellent location with a fantastic pool. Excellent location in a small village.
There is a very good restaurant 2 minutes walk away and the shops are a short drive. We would recommend the wine tour and tasting as, apart from being fantastic wine, it is also very informative. We had a car for the duration of our holiday, collecting and returning at Pisa Airport.
After discussion with Invitation to Tuscany we went with EuroCar and were very pleased with the car and the service we received. We had purchased a European Garmin prior to our trip and this served us very well. The roads are easy to drive but having the Sat Nav just made things so much easier.
Mrs. K.R., UK staying in Trebbiano. May 2015
Trebbiano
“ Pretty house in a great location with good access to the surrounding area. ”
Lovely quiet house. Plenty of space. Appreciated the kettle and coffee maker. Great pool and seating in the olive grove with amazing views. Bus to Sienna goes every day from outside the gate. Easy access to the motorway and surrounding area. So much to see! Places such as Castellina in Chianti, Monterigioni, and Sienna are close by. There are 2 restaurants near by and a lovely bar with coffee and food at Fonteruolo. And there is the lovely wine of the Lornano Estate to enjoy.
Mark Gore staying in Trebbiano. Sep 2026
Dorica
“ Wonderful house ”
Wonderful house, comfortable but above all cared for in every detail. Spacious and air-conditioned rooms. Kitchen complete with everything. Mario is a friendly and caring host. Ideal for both families and a romantic getaway.
Alessia staying in Dorica. Aug 2024
Podere Gregorio
“ ...more incredible than we expected. ”
We stayed here for a week in late October for our wedding. There were about 18 of us (mostly couples), and everyone had their own room and their own bathrooms. The bedrooms were extremely comfortable, and the bathrooms are huge and very functional. All the living spaces were absolutely gorgeous. There is tons of space to spread out. This place is incredible. It holds on to the amazing charm of Tuscany, but is also updated and everything works great. It is a quick drive (8 minutes) do to Figline, where there are some great restaurants and a pretty town center. The Coop (grocery store) had everything we needed and more.
Mrs. Rossella, the owner, lives on sight, and is most kind, gracious, and lovely woman. She made sure we always had everything we needed, and really has created something special here.
The place itself was more incredible than we expected. The photos do not do it justice. Everything about it was dream-like. The pool and jacuzzi were really nice to have, and both kitchens were huge and accessible. The property is gorgeous. For anyone wanting to have their wedding here, there are several great spots on the property. We couldn't have asked for a better location.
We also added on a few services. We had a lovely welcome dinner, as well as breakfast served every morning. It saved us so much time, and all the food was fantastic. Our wedding dinner was the best food I have every had at a wedding.
Thank you to Mrs. Rossella, as well as our wedding coordinator Chiara. You are both wonderful!
Samuel Wiley staying in Podere Gregorio. Oct 2024
Podere Gregorio
“ My stay at Podere Gregorio was unforgettable ”
My stay at Podere Gregorio was unforgettable. The atmosphere reminds bygone times while you can enjoy all the modern comforts. Rarely you can find such refined and original furnishings. In addition to this, the garden, the swimming pool and the forest allow you to spend days of relaxation and.well-being in Total privacy. Chiara and Gregorio know how to welcome their guests discreetly but with great care. The dinner in the garden was fantastic.
Franca F staying in Podere Gregorio. Aug 2025
Villa Cosimo
“ Truly memorable ”
Stayed with kids. The setting and accommodations were beautiful but it was the people involved who each made the trip truly memorable. Their timely responses to our multiple enquiries and requests made the planning and execution of this once in a lifetime trip for 25 family members (ages 4 to 80) seamless. There were plenty of opportunities for group activities in the various luxurious rooms, that easily accommodated the entertainment, dance parties, workouts, Easter hunts, trivia events that we had planned. There were also many quiet locations, both inside and outdoors for some "alone time". All in all, we couldn't have asked for a more perfect experience.
Lesley staying in Villa Cosimo. Apr 2024
Villa Cosimo
“ Our whole experience was fantastic ”
Here is what my husband and I, and all of our friends and family who joined us, loved about this experience.
- The attention to detail.
- The staff and rooms being made up daily.
- Barbara ( the women who was our contact and incredible helpful friendly guide for our experience in the villa. Start to finish. )
- David the owner. Helpful, kind, and willing to go above and beyond to meet our requests.
- Isabella the chef and her staff. - beautiful meals, homemade, and every single request met with ease. We loved her.
- The villa. Oh the villa. What we imagine heaven to be like. Visually from a storybook. Well laid out. Tons of privacy. Quite and spotless.
- The pool and surroundings clean, well laid out and accommodated our party of 15 with ease. I could go on but I won’t….. The villa, the staff and our whole experience was fantastic. We highly recommend it - you will not be disappointed!
Villa Falesia
“ Wonderful stay in this fairytale place ”
We had an absolutely wonderful stay in this fairytale place. The house is perfectly located and offers an absolute haven of peace. You simply can't expect more. The communication with Jo and the hosts was also exceptionally good. Always available and always with great advice. But the best thing about the house is that it is situated on a hill. Even in the midday sun at 37 degrees it was just pleasant to sit there and relax. In the evening you can light the barbecue right next to a large table and round off the evening with a bottle of wine (or two). All in all, a wonderful experience. We will take the place with us forever and think back to it. Thank you Jo and thank you Marco.
Jan staying in Villa Falesia. Aug 2024
Villa Falesia
“ Een fantastisch huis ”
Een fantastisch huis met geweldig uitzicht en zwembad!
Patricia V. staying in Villa Falesia. Jul 2024