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Traditional stone cottage in rural, tranquil and quiet location built in 1799

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4560 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Palazzo Del Pero
  • Popular LocationSan Donato Hospital33 min drive
  • Popular LocationBasilica of San Francesco36 min drive
  • Popular LocationArezzo Equestrian Centre37 min drive
  • AirportFlorence (FLR-Peretola)109 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Traditional stone cottage in rural, tranquil and quiet location built in 1799

The cottage, is a converted chapel dating back to 1799 and has been lovingly restored with traditional Tuscan materials has a double bedroom, en suite bathroom and a reading room upstairs with a fully fitted kitchen, dining and sitting room on the downstairs level. Double doors lead out to the garden and access to the secluded swimming pool. Barbeque facilities are available.

At the poolside there is an authentic stone pizza oven and a gazebo for relaxing in the ever present Tuscan sun.

The cottage is 25km from the City of Arezzo which is a must see destination. The nearest town is Palazzo del Pero.

Many towns are in easy driving distance rom the property. Cortona, Castilion Fiorentina, Anghiari, Monterchi, Sansopolcro, Montepulciano and Pienza to nme a few. Siena and San Gimignano is also easly reached. Flornce is an hour on the train and its easy to get to Rome as well as Arezzo is on the main train line.

Property manager

Dianne

Languages

Dutch, English, German, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub only
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 560 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Arezzo

Located in Arezzo, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Area Naturale Protetta di Interesse Locale Bosco di Sargiano and Sandro Pertini Park, while Municipal Art Gallery and Petrarca Theater are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Arezzo Equestrian Centre, or check out an event or a game at Arezzo Exhibition Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • San Donato Hospital - 33 min drive
  • Piazza Grande - 36 min drive
  • Basilica of San Francesco - 36 min drive
  • Centro Chirurgico Toscano - 37 min drive
  • Arezzo Equestrian Centre - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Castiglion Fiorentino Station - 35 min drive
  • Sant Egidio Airport (PEG) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ristorante Terrazza Sulla Valle - 23 min drive
  • Hotel Ristorante Portole - 30 min drive
  • Antica Trattoria La Foce - 30 min drive
  • Nocentini Amedeo - 30 min drive
  • Falcinelli Donella - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Traditional stone cottage in rural, tranquil and quiet location built in 1799 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Traditional stone cottage in rural, tranquil and quiet location built in 1799 pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Traditional stone cottage in rural, tranquil and quiet location built in 1799?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional stone cottage in rural, tranquil and quiet location built in 1799?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Traditional stone cottage in rural, tranquil and quiet location built in 1799 located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cottage is within 16 mi (25 km) of Agricola Buccelletti Winery, Sandro Pertini Park, and Vasari Loggia. Cassero Tower and Municipal Art Gallery are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ron c.

Liked: Cleanliness
brilliant
property and hosts were great. the drive down to it was an experience not to miss. you could hear a pin drop if it wasn't for the birds songs all day. thank you John and Diana for a brill time. 11 stars 🌟
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It doesn't get any better than this.
Wow. If I could click 10 stars for a review I would. What a fantastic stay with super fantastic people. Our visit was at the end of March and it was beautiful. I can't imagine how beautiful this place would be later in the year. As for the hosts..... they could not have been more friendly and accommodating. They made us feel more like family then guests. I recommend 100% anytime of the year. Not to mention... there is not a more beautiful part of Tuscany.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie K., Calgary, Alberta

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic Tuscan Getaway
If you are looking for a charming and unique Tuscan location that's off the beaten path, this is the place for you. The hosts are exceptional -- nicest hosts we have met in our many travels.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve C., Portree, Isle of Skye

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location, lovely hosts !
We had a month at the cottage, fantastic place in a lovely location with lovely hosts in John and Diane - The location is perfect as a base to explore the region - Arezzo, Siena, Cortona, Chianti - with John and Diane on hand to give some great local advice and guidance and if you are really lucky, John may make you a pizza !! We will definitely be back, and look forward to seeing Johns new Powerboat 🙄
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

cosmin A., Bucuresti, Romania

Liked: Cleanliness
Real Tuscany
Great location in rural Tuscany. Stayed for 10 nights. Getting out every day to visit Tuscany takes time, roads are not the best, but the views are breathtaking. Have patience going down the unpaved road, looks ugly first time, but for a convertible with aft wheels drive it made no problem. We found wirst roads in many places. Beautiful place to stay, quiet. And the hosts....great people, exceptional. They tell you anything you need to know. Verry rare to find such friendly hosts while having entire privacy. A place to return many times. Thanks John an Dianna for the excellent vacation we had
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness
So wie beschrieben
Genauso haben wit uns es vorgestellt. Ruhig, einsam und traumhaft schön. Dianne und John sind sehr aufmerksam und fürsorglich, und nie aufdringlich. Es war ein rundum gelungener und wunderschöner Urlaub.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia v.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a lovely location!
We had a great time. Peace and quiet if we wanted it and lots to see and do in the surroundigs. Thanks to John and Dianne we had invaluable tips for outings and a warm place to come home to (thx for starting the fire John!)
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect location in perfect surroundings with perfect hosts
We enjoyed a perfect week at the little house in San Biagio, Arezzo. Thanks to Dianne and John we found a beautiful place were we could go on walks in the nature, drive around to amazing places or just stay and relax! Thanks for everything!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katharina T.

Liked: Cleanliness
gemütlicher Sommerausklang
wir waren Mitte/Ende September zu Gast bei John & Dianne und haben es sehr genoßen! Das Cottage liegt sehr abgeschieden mitten in der Natur, der Ausblick ist atemberaubend! Auf dem Grundstück der Gastgeber gibt es viel Platz und genügend Privatsphäre, aber es ist dennoch immer schön den beiden zu begegnen. Wir freuen uns schon auf unseren nächsten Urlaub in Arezzo :-)
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renate W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gastfreundschaft
Wir kommen aus der Altmark und gehören zur "älteren" Generation. Nach einer langen Anfahrt holt uns John mit seinem SUV beim Straßenschild, das in die Richtung San Biagio weist, ab. Dianna empfängt uns und geleitet uns zum Ferienhaus. Ein schönes Anwesen. Nützlich und mit Kunstverständnis eingerichtet. Bewegend so. Erregend die Details. Wir fühlten uns sofort wohl. Ein Platz zum Ausspannen und Erholen von den Unwegsamkeiten des Lebens. Besonders für die, die Ruhe und die Natur mögen. An die Zeit bei Dianna und John werden wir uns gern erinnern. Renate
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian N.

Liked: Cleanliness
An unforgettable place
If you want a place with total peace, this is the right place. It is a Challenge to find the place. But wen you are there, it is wonderfull. THANKS Dianne and John for pleasant conversations. You really understand to respect privacy. The Way you maintain the place is just waaauh. I give my best recommandation to this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

david g.

Liked: Cleanliness
A real gem
This is a real gem and even better than the photos suggest. Absolute peace and quiet broken only by wonderful bird song. Find out what a dawn chorus really means! The garden is beautiful and feasting your eyes on it from the pool, with thickly forested hills behind, is a real treat. Fantastic places to visit locally amid real Tuscan countryside if you can tear yourselves away - though going out for the odd visit makes you appreciate it even more on your return. All this is rounded off by the very generous hosts who really put themselves out to ease our stay, being happy and willing to help or advise on pretty much everything. Excellent. We’ll be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pauline M., Dutch

Liked: Cleanliness
Verrassend verblijf op een unieke locatie
Wij verbleven een week in het knusse, gezellig en zorgvuldig ibgerichte huisje op het terrein van John en Dianna. Zij zijn een zeer attente gastheer en- vrouw. Wij konden, door het steeds beter wordende weer, gelukkig genieten van de mooie tuin, met diverse zon- en schaduwplekken en het fijne zwembad. De afgelegen ligging van het huisje maakte het geheel tot een zeer bijzondere ervaring. en de vakantieweek zeer geslaagd.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

morgand d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sublime,mais ça se mérite !!
Difficile d'accès, c'est néanmoins une expérience inoubliable ! Il faisait froid,on était loin de tout,mais quelle beauté ! John et Diane sont aux petits soins,et ont su nous rassurer.Belles visites aux alentours, Arezzo,Cortona ,Sienne, Anghiari .Fantastique pour les amoureux de nature et de calme.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage im Grünen
Sehr schöne und ruhige Unterkunft mitten in den Bergen und im Wald gelegen. Sehr nette, zuvorkommende und hilfsbereite Vermieter, die gerne Tipps für Unternehmungen in der Region geben. Das Haus ist sehr stilvoll eingerichtet und die Anlage sehr gepflegt. Der etwas abgelegene Ort ist ideal zum Entspannen und Erholen.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Klaus B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ein Refugium mit viel Charme
Wir haben uns rundum wohl und bestens betreut gefühlt. Die Unterkunft ist sehr schön und geschmackvoll & viel Liebe eingerichtet. Dianne und John haben uns hervorragend betreut, und gleichzeitig die gewünschte Privatsphäre gewahrt. Gerne hätten wir die Ruhe und Umgebung noch länger genossen. Beim nächsten Mal bleiben wir bestimmt länger! :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Günter R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Toskana
Sehr schön gelegen. Sehr schöne Unterkunft und sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeber.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Manfred B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Traumhafte Unterkunft
Wunderschön restauriert- und eingerichtetes Toskanahaus mit sehr lieben und rücksichtsvollen Vermietern. Alles sehr sehr sauber und gepflegt, incl Pool👍 Perfekt um in völliger Ruhe auszuspannen. Wir kommen gerne zurück ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Lutz S.

Liked: Cleanliness
San Biaggio
Wunderschönes Cottage, tolle Gastgeber, nur für die Zufahrt zum Grundstück braucht man eigentlich ein geländegängiges Auto. Wer Ruhe und Abgeschiedenheit liebt, ist hier richtig.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandrine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour exceptionnel en Toscane authentique
Un endroit magique, paisible et reposant mais surtout des hôtes John et Dianne très accueillants, généreux qui ont fait de notre séjour un délice : la bergerie, toute équipée, rénovée avec goût, les journées farniente autour de la piscine, les visites à Florence, Cortone, Arezzo mais aussi la vallée d'Orcia, et les conseils de John pour visiter ces villages typiques hors des sentiers battus Anghiari, Citerna et Monterchi. Et au réveil les légumes du potoger de John et Dianne devant notre porte. Sans oublier leur invitation à dîner ensemble pour un atelier pizza au feu de bois ! Hautement recommandé !
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

christine m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Merveilleux séjour
Merci à Diane et John pour l’accueil chaleureux et pour toutes les indications pour les visites. Le gîte est très agréable dans un joli jardin et dans un cadre très reposant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Leben wie im Paradies
Wir haben unseren Urlaub in diesem Paradies sehr genossen. John und Dianne haben uns immer wunderbar umsorgt uns uns viele gute Reisetipps gegeben. Wir würden jederzeit wiederkommen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jens G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Traumurlaub
Ruhe, Entspannung, tolle Umgebung und phantastische Gastgeber.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place to unwind
We really loved staying at Dianne and Johns place. They put so much work, love and taste into this little oasis. We loved their fresh vegetables and fruit. Highly recommended and we cannot wait to come back
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Manuel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Seele baumeln lassen
Wer Ruhe und Entspannung sucht ist genau richtig. Super nette Gastgeber, wunderschön eingerichtetes Cottage, toller Pool. Tolle Ausflugsziele in der näheren Umgebung, hatten eine tolle Woche. Vielen Dank an Dianne und John. Ganz liebe Grüße Moni und Manuel
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022