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Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with swimming pool

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Pool
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Outdoor dining
8 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 15400 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

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

Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with swimming pool

Villa Orchidea is a splendid luxury holiday villa for rent, also ideal for organizing weddings, receptions and important events to ensure an exclusive experience to guests.
The villa dates back to the 17th century and is owned by the Posarelli family. The property is divided into two units rented together: the main villa and a small annex for two people. In total, Villa Orchidea can sleep up to 15 people in interiors furnished with taste and equipped with every comfort.
Outside, a large well-kept garden offers a splendid swimming pool and a barbecue area equipped for outdoor dining.
Villa Orchidea is surrounded by the Chianti countryside and is an excellent starting point for visiting the villages of the area, such as Certaldo, San Gimignano and Volterra, as well as the renowned cities of Siena and Florence.

At guest’s disposal: large, fenced and furnished garden (5.500 m2), private swimming pool (12,5 x 6,5 m – maximum depth 2,5 m), shaded furnished porch with an outdoor kitchen and barbecue area: the ideal place where guests can enjoy an al-fresco dinner. Table tennis.
Parking within the grounds. On the premises there is a charming private chapel.

Distances: Sciano with food shop and pizzeria approx. 5,5 km, Barberino Val D’elsa with all kinds of shops and tennis court 6 km, Certaldo approx. 6 km, San Gimignano with its beautiful towers dating back to the medieval period approx. 30 km, Florence about 40 km. Siena and Volterra are in a 45-minute drive.

Please carefully check if there are any extra costs to be paid on site!

===== ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION =====
400 m2.
Ground floor: large living-room with dining area and access on to the outside, charming dining-room with beautiful fireplace, large and well-stocked kitchen (oven, freezer, dishwasher), living-room with small library and billiards table, double bedroom (air conditioning), sitting-room with fireplace, bathroom with shower.
1st floor: air-conditioned double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with shower, large living-room with fireplace (not working), bedroom with French bed, 3 double bedrooms with air conditioning and ensuite bathroom with shower, twin-bedded room (air conditioning) with ensuite bathroom with shower.

Outbuilding
Ground floor: suite with double bed (air-conditioning) and ensuite bathroom with shower.

The following might be to be paid extra: Babycot, Extra Bed, Final Cleaning, Heating, Late Arrival, Refundable Security Deposit in cash, Tourist tax.

Property manager

Posarelli Villas

Languages

Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Italian, Norwegian, Spanish, Swedish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Rollaway/extra bed: EUR 14.29 per night

Bathroom

  • 7 private bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Library
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished lanai
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,306 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in fee: EUR 25
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 14.29 per night

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Heating fee: EUR 5 per cubic meter

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: EUR 25
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 14.29 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number IT048012C28MIICARU

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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
San Donnino, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Casa del Boccaccio - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Tenuta Torciano Winery - 17 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Antinori nel Chianti Classico - 19 min drive - 18.2 km
  • San Gimignano Communal Palace - 25 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Piazza Duomo - 25 min drive - 23.8 km

Getting around

  • Barberino Val d'Elsa Station - 19 min drive
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Borgo di Cortefreda - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar La Pineta - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafè Bijoù Loungebar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Da Barinco - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dal Quinta - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with swimming pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with swimming pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with swimming pool?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with swimming pool located?

Situated in Certaldo, this villa is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Santa Lucia al Borghetto Church and within 6 mi (10 km) of Palazzo Pretorio and Church of Saint Jacob and Saint Philip. Casa del Boccaccio and Museum of Sacred Art are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Villa Orchidea - Historical villa with swimming pool Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10

Nice villa in a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Mooi groot huis. Prachtige ligging.
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10/10

A fantastic place for the large family or group of friends to celebrate life in beautiful Toscana. We were 7 couples and enjoyed the privacy of own room and bathroom in combination with the in and out door facilities for us all. A place to recommend for sure. Remember to book the nearby restaurant (walking distance) for a quality meal at very resonable price. And dont forget to try a wine/olive oil tasting and a walk in the winyards. Many options around the area

10/10

We absolutely loved our stay for a group of friends for a big birthday. the bedrooms were large and all perfect except the weird one with the twin beds. we added an amenity by adding a catered chef dinner one evening and it was 100% worth it - the meal and staff were amazing. great communication during check in and check out via whatsapp . wifi worked great. only issue was transportation - this home is not near the train station and there are not cars available in Certaldo . If you stay here your group will need vehicles.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10

Great place to be. Very spacious. Beautiful outdoor sitting and dining area. We would recommend to install an outside heater at the sitting area. Excellent. location. Well equiped kitchen.Bedroom Quality Good and spacious.Surrounding is beautiful. Certaldo has a good supermarket (Coop). Sienna, San Gimignano and Firenze are within a 45 minutes drive.Beautiful (large) pool. Very clean and well maintained!All bathrooms are well equiped, spacious and clean.property ownerreliable and good communication.

6/10

Generally okay but a bit of a hotch potch of unmatched crockery and glasses. No shaker to make cocktails, airconditioning units not working, bulbs missing or not working and often no hot water. Lots of trip hazards. Housekeeper very pleasant but we were a bit disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10

The property is so beautiful and we loved the pool and the outdoor eating areas. The rooms were beautiful and the bathrooms are all updated and lovely. My only negative comment is that given how expensive the house is we were expecting to have soaps, hand soaps, toilet paper, shower gels, etc. I also suggest ensuring your guests have cleaning supplies in the kitchen and more than 2 dish towels. Additionally, laundry detergent for the laundry room. These seem like pretty basic things. We rent homes and villas when we travel and are accustomed to having these be well stocked wherever we rent. This was the only disappointment.

6/10

The villa was as historic as it gets. The views from the backyard were amazing. There was plenty of room for our family holiday of 8 adults. Everyone had their own space and bathrooms were plentiful. The kitchen was incredibly well stocked with plates, pots, pans and glassware for all. Communication with the manager of the property was A plus and they even helped us coordinate an amazing birthday dinner on property. On the downside, the property needs a lot of deferred maintenance. We were there during rain storms and three of the rooms and bathrooms had large leaks which made everything in those rooms wet. Also, the humidity was off the charts which did not allow us to wash and dry clothes because nothing can dry in those damp environments. Additionally, it seems the house must have been left open because there were bugs all over inside when we arrived (and we’re from Florida so we know bugs). Also, the weather did not provide much opportunity to enjoy the outdoor spaces and the mosquitoes were off the charts bad. The location was also quite challenging to find so following the written instructions was essential with a minimum 25 - 30 minute drive to most locations of interest. All in all, we had a lovely time together and enjoyed Tuscany as a whole. There is so much beauty.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10

Villa stupenda, da migliorare la pulizia e sostituzione dei forni elettrici (uno non funzionante l'altro non saliva a temperatura e quindi non cuoceva). Beatrice (persona addetta all'accoglienza) molto disponibile .
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10/10

Ottima posizione indipendente, villa molto bella e spaziosa. Ideale per un gruppo di amici!

6/10

La villa a beaucoup de cachet. elle est très grande ( 6 chambres , 6 sdb et 5 salons!) le cadre est tres agreable. Mais il y a un manque d’entretien, problème de siphon et d’odeur dans 2 sdb. Plantes en pot assoiffées.Déjections de souris dans les placards de la cuisine, dans la vaisselle.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

This is a Beautiful property, with plenty of room for our family of 10 travelers. Centrally located in the hills above Certaldo, in the Chianti Region. Easy day trips to Florence, Siena, Lucca, Pisa, Cinque Terra by car or train. Great location for just relaxing as well. The management team was very accessible and kept us updated from the time the reservation made, to the time of checkout. Near by are local restaurants, and a well stocked grocery store. I would recommend this location and Villa to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10

Exceptionnelle la maison, son jardin, sa piscine et sa vue, au milieu des oliviers avec une vue sur le village de San gimignano. Un vrai coin de paradis ❤❤❤
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10/10

Excellent!
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8/10

La villa correspond à la description. Elle est dans un bel environnement, avec une superbe vue. Les chambres sont spacieuses et confortables. Les salles de bain également. L'équipement de la cuisine est réduit et les ustensiles de cuisine un peu usés et parfois sales. La machine à café est beaucoup trop petite pour une si grande maison pouvant loger 15 personnes. Il manque également des ustensiles pour le grill, y compris pour le nettoyer. Globalement une belle maison dans un bel environnement, à recommander pour loger de nombreuses personnes avec un espace suffisant.
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10/10

Lovely setting amidst olive groves, peaceful with beautiful views of the Tuscan hills. There were 13 of us and we had more than enough space for privacy when desired, and many indoor and outdoor gathering places to choose from when we wanted to be together. Full kitchen, nicely appointed bedrooms and sparkling clean remodeled bathrooms. Excellent restaurant up the street that we frequented twice, Paese di Campenelli, and easy access to Certaldo for groceries. Don't miss Certaldo Alto charming hill town and home to 14th century writer Boccaccio. Highly recommend for families and groups.
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8/10

Wunderschönes, großzügiges Haus und Anlage mit neuen Bädern. Genügend und schönes Geschirr vorhanden. Schönes Aussicht Schöner Pool Genügend Liegestühle und Sitzgelegenheiten. Verbesserungsvorschläge: An vielen Fenstern sind keine Fliegengitter. Nachdem es viele Fliegen sollten alle Fenster mit Fliegengittern bestückt sein. Wir konnten wir trotz vorsichtigen öffnen der Fenster es nicht unterbinden, dass wir Stechfliegen im Zimmer hatten. Dadurch konnten wir Nachts schlecht schlafen und waren morgens immer zerstochen. Dies führte auch dazu, dass wir in der Küche sogar mit Hornissen zu kämpfen hatten. Generell gab es ein Hornissenproblem. Deshalb konnten wir auch die Außenküche/-Platz so gut wie nicht nutzen können. Kaffeemaschine viel zu klein für 15 Personen. Keine Mehrfahsteckdosen in der Küche für Kaffeemaschine, Toaster, Mixer etc. Müllbehälter zu klein für 15 Personen Müllabfuhrbeschreibung etwas ungenau - bin erst nach mehrfachem Nachfragen und beobachten hinter den Ablauf gekommen.
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10/10

It is such a unique and wonderful property, we a had a time in paradise!
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8/10

Really nice house in a calm area in central Tuscany with lots of space and things to do.
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10/10

Wir haben eine wunderbare Woche in Villa Orchidea verbracht und dort mit Großfamilie einen Geburtstag gefeiert. Für eine Gruppe von 14 Personen von 6 - 60 Jahren waren die großzügigen Räume und eigenen Bäder perfekt! Die Lage ist toll, absolut ruhig, inmitten der Natur, Olivenhaine, der Blick über den Pool in die toskanischen Hügel ein Traum. Die Ausstattung ist perfekt für eine große Gruppe, wir haben es genossen dort oft für alle zu kochen, auch draußen auf dem neuen Gasgrill in der Sommerküche. Der Pool hat eine praktische Flachzone für die Kleinen. Idealer Ort für Ausflüge nach Sienna, Firenze, Volterra, San Gimignano, aber auch Certaldo alto ist einen Besuch wert. Gekrönt haben wir die Feier mit einer Kutschfahrt durch die Chianti Hügel mit Lucca I Cocchieri di Chianti. Traumhaft! Villa und Umgebung absolut empfehlenswert! Das einzige, das wir vermissten, war ein Wasserkocher, da für 14 Leute Tee und Kaffee auf dem Gasherd zuzubereiten etwas lange dauerte und Kaffeemaschine und Espressokanne schon bessere Tage gesehen haben. Sonst alles top! Mille grazie!

10/10

Lovely setting amidst olive groves, peaceful with beautiful views of the Tuscan hills. There were 13 of us and we had more than enough space for privacy when desired, and many indoor and outdoor gathering places to choose from when we wanted to be together. Full kitchen, nicely appointed bedrooms and sparkling clean remodeled bathrooms. Excellent restaurant up the street that we frequented twice, Paese di Campenelli, and easy access to Certaldo for groceries. Don't miss Certaldo Alto charming hill town and home to 14th century writer Boccaccio. Highly recommend for families and groups.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10

We were a party of 15 and this villa was big enough to cater for us all. There was enough space for 4 cars on the drive, the bedrooms were all big. There were plenty of eating, seating and resting places inside and out. The only comment i would say is that the BBQ was a little small to cater for that many. The pool was large, lovely and warm and cleaned every day. All of the bedrooms bar 2 came with aircon and the remaining 2 had fans. The kitchen and dining room were well equipped. The only thing missing was any information on surrounding area, restaurants, supermarkets, towns to visit etc however we had lots of fun exploring the area. The villa is located in a very quiet region with spectacular views over the countryside. We had a great holiday and would recommend this villa.
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10/10

We were wowed by the villa’s charm, history and decor. We especially enjoyed evenings drinking a glass of wine in front of a roaring fire built upon the original 17th-century hearth. The villa has plenty of common spaces to spread out and relax. The kitchen was well-equipped for preparing meals. The beds were comfortable. The ladies were captivated by the beauty of the surrounding area which is resplendent with picturesque vistas of rolling hills, winding country roads, olive groves and vineyards. Its location was the perfect home base for a self-drive vacation exploring Tuscany and the Chianti region. Day trips less than an hour away included Certaldo, Greve, Castellina-in-Chianti, San Gimignano, Siena and more. Pisa and Lucca were about 1.5 hours away. Drawbacks were minor ones: The drive is steep with a 45 degree angle off the main road and may require turning around and approaching from the other direction. Six bedrooms have a private bath, while the 7th bedroom’s guest has to enter another bedroom in order to access a bathroom. If renting during hot weather, not all bedrooms are air conditioned. All-in-all a beautiful property which I am booking again.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10

The house was amazing. Like staying in a stately home. We ate meals in 4 different locations just because we could. I'm sure there are many wonderful stories about the lives of the family that lived there. So many rooms! Some of the bathrooms had issues but we managed. The grounds and pool were lovely. Stunning views. The pool was cold and the children soon noticed it but very refreshing for adults. There were lots of insects and some of our party were badly bitten whilst outside. Driving was a challenge as there are many farm roads to get lost on but once on a main road it was easier. Would recommend for large family gatherings which would increase the value for money aspect. Many thanks for a memorable holiday.
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10/10

To begin with, this villa is huge. Not only are the bedrooms large, but the dinning rooms and sitting rooms are spacious. There were 11 of us in our party and we still felt there was more than enough room. Of the eight bedrooms, six are on the 1st floor (i.e. one staircase up) and are accessible via a steep set of stairs when you enter the main door. The two bedrooms at the top of the stairs might be a bit noisier than other bedrooms because of the proximity of the stairs. The other four bedrooms on the 1st floor share a kind of large sitting room with enormous couches and a table. I hung out there in the evening because it had a nice little balcony looking out over the hills. The remaining two bedrooms are on the ground floor and are more suitable for guests that cannot climb stairs. One of them is in it's own retired building beside the pool. The couple lodged there said it was very quiet. The last room is near the kitchen and has it's own private TV room as a kind of parlor. We found the building to be very cool and well insulated. The walls are so heavy, you can barely hear what is going on elsewhere in the villa. I imagine that it stays fairly cool during the summer but I can't say for certain. We never had to run the A/C or heat so I cannot comment on how well those work. The kitchen was very good and had most of the cooking utensils that one would need. We made full use of the stove, microwave and convection oven when we were there. Interestingly, an American style coffee maker is not in the kitchen arsenal so be noted. The pool was perhaps the best feature: It was very well maintained and has a spectacular view of the surrounding area. One interesting thing is that you can easily spot San Gimignano in the far distance with its many towers. I wish now I had spent more time just enjoying the view from the pool. It's so quite and secluded. As a final note, the region is very nice for walking and there are a few very good restaurants within a few kilometers. (We would like to especially recommend Il Paese dei Campanelli in Petrognano). Certaldo is only 17 minutes away by car, and that is where we did most of our shopping. Also, trains down to Sienna and up to Florence depart from there on a fairly regular schedule. Overall we were enormously impressed, and would recommend this villa to anyone. We would like to thank our hostess for the opportunity of staying here and enjoying such a wonderful venue!