Podere Elsa is located 8 km (5 mi) from Castelfiorentino, Italy and only 29 km (18 mi) from San Gimignano. Holiday rental Podere Elsa is a nice stone building that includes shared pool and WiFi internet. The vacation home has been divided into a total of two independent apartments. The property can sleep up to ten people comfortably.
What to Expect
Upon arrival at Podere Elsa you’ll find a lovely clean well-maintained property with views of the hills ideal for a peaceful holiday in Tuscany. For your enjoyment you will find a pool where you can unwind while enjoying a nice cold beverage after a hectic day of visiting museums. Each apartment has its own private living area with a kitchen with plenty of utensils, tableware and cutlery, a bedroom and bathroom. A lot of people traveling with friends prefer a multi-unit vacation rental where they can spend time together in the common areas, like the pool or garden, but still have their own private living quarters.
What's Nearby?
Most people enjoy visiting nearby cities and towns while on holiday, so for your reference this is a list of popular places with distances (as the crow flies) from the property: San Gimignano 29 km (18 mi), Florence 42 km (26 mi), Greve In Chianti 54 km (34 mi), Pisa 59 km (37 mi) and Lucca 63 km (39 mi).
Some other major tourist destinations you should consider visiting are: Florence 42 km (26 mi), Viareggio 88 km (55 mi), Forte Dei Marmi 100 km (62 mi), Rome 324 km (201 mi), Milan 331 km (206 mi) and Naples 515 km (320 mi).
Additional Information
Pets Welcome - If your pet is travelling with you on vacation that is not a problem at Podere Elsa. If you have a large dog or multiple pets, please inquire for permission prior to booking.
Pool Open: 15 May - 30 September (If you'd like the pool open outside these dates, please make that request prior to booking)
Nearest Airports (distances as the crow flies): Firenze Peretola (flr) 44 km (27 mi), Pisa (psa) 61 km (38 mi), Bologna (blq) 136 km (85 mi), Genova (goa) 231 km (143 mi) and Venezia (vce) 290 km (180 mi).
Additional Services
Cooking Lessons - Discover from a local chef the techniques vital to master Tuscan cuisine. The owner can arrange to have a chef come to the property for a cooking lesson for any number of people in your group. It's a pleasant way to spend time with friends and family while learning the secrets required to prepare mouth-watering Tuscan meals when you return home. For more details and the extra cost, please contact us.
Tours - The owner can organize custom tours for your group. To learn about the tours offered, speak to the owner after arriving or ask prior to booking. The cost will vary depending in the exact tour and number of people.
Owner Assistance - Since the owner lives nearby, he is always available to offer advice and suggestions during your visit. In case you need assistance, it's nice to have someone available to help. In any case, the owner will always respect your privacy.
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Podere Elsa is a beautiful stone building with a total of two separate units that is conveniently located 8 km (5 mi) from Castelfiorentino, Italy and only 29 km (18 mi) from San Gimignano. Podere Elsa, among other amenities, includes also shared pool and WiFi internet.
Casa Vallino (120sq m) is a two-bedroom unit with two bathrooms that is built on one level and can accommodate up to six guests.
Dining with friends and family is a big part of the Tuscan culture. Take advantage of the well-equipped kitchen to prepare meals using local produce while on your holiday. The kitchen includes toaster, stove and refrigerator, as well as, plenty of tableware and cutlery for up to six guests.
The main entrance to the unit is on floor 1.
Main Floor
Including: kitchen + living room, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.
Kitchen + living room: dining table, stove top, italian coffee machine, two sofa beds, WIFI internet, satellite tv, television, exit to the garden.
Bedroom 1: double bed, WIFI internet.
Bedroom 2: two single beds, WIFI internet.
Bathroom 1: basin, toilet, bidet, shower, hairdryer.
Bathroom 2: basin, toilet, bidet, shower, hairdryer.
Additional Areas
Available to all guests: garden.
Garden: swimming pool.
The following might be to be paid extra: Bed Linen and Towels (additional set), Cook, Late Arrival, Late Arrival (after 23:00), Refundable Security Deposit by credit card, Tourist tax.