The Castle of Montecchio Vesponi is a walled, castle with turrets and battlements, which occupies the top of a hill (Montecchio), overlooking the Val di Chiana, named and drawn on a well-documented survey map by Leonardo da Vinci in 1503.

Many cultural events have taken place within its walls, including art exhibitions (the last being one of works of Manzù), concerts, folklore festivals, re- enactments and events in the local dialect. Famous visitors to the Castle have included the late Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother (of England) who came to learn Documentary Moviesmore about the castle and the area and owned in 1384 by another Englishman, Sir John Hawkwood (known in Italian as Giovanni Acuto). Hawkwood appears in the world famous fresco by Paolo Uccello in the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, The Duomo of Florence.
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"Nous avons séjourné une semaine à Terontola Alta Un endroit stratégique qui se situe au centre de nombreux points d'intérêts et proche du superbe lac de Trasimeno. Nous étions logés dans une jolie petite maison confortable, bien équipée et très très bien entretenue, nichée dans dans les oliviers. Cette maison possède plusieurs terrasses avec table à manger, salon de jardin, chaises longues. C'est vraiment un très bel endroit. Nous avons été chaleureusement accueillis par Martine et...

"Best time we ever had with Dianne and John! Everything was perfect. Full stop😊"

"Our family had a wonderful time here. Beautiful, characteristic cottage with al large swimmingpool in a gorgeous area with lots of villages and places to visit. The owners were very kind and always ready to help or give advice. We highly recommend this as a place to spend a lovely holiday in Tuscany."

"Salt water swimming pool is superb,, all required amenities and more are present, well maintained"

"We zijn zeer gastvrij ontvangen in het gezellige huis met zijn zeer grote omheinde tuin (1000 m) de woning is comfortabel en de gastheren hebben meer dan hun best gedaan om ons welkom te heten. In de koelkast stond al een biertje en frisdrank koud op ons te wachten. De omgeving is mooi en het meer is aangenaam van temperatuur. (Assisi is overigens zeer de moeite waard om te bekijken.) Afscheid was erg hartelijk we kregen zelfs een prachtige litho mee van een van de eigenaren. Top verblijf!"

"We came, we saw and we felt in love - with "our tuscan home", the indescribable view - the lights on the hills in the night, the morning fog, the silence and the lovingly furnished house. Anna and her family gave us a warm welcome, a lot of tips what to visit and the desire to come back. We haven´t seen all the places we wanted to visit, so we hope to say next year: here we are again. Con cordiali saluti, Katrin & Andreas"

"Travelled to this area many times before. Familiar with properties in the area, many with gravel drives. Add made no mention of the road condition of the driveway. Four adults in a small rental car - took three attempts to get up the initial part of the driveway, each time having to precariously reverse back out. Reached out to host for help and she drove down to meet us. We followed her back up the narrow, pothole-ridden, unlit, almost 1km drive, bottoming out three times. Realizing there was...

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"We were very happy with our accommodations. Beautiful apartment with fully updated kitchen and bathroom. Our hosts were friendly and helpful. We recommend it for your stay in Acquaviva Jean and Dan"

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"The room was very clean. The view from the room is stunning! It is very quiet and relaxing. The resort is facing Montepulciano! The staff is very nice and friendly. I highly recommend it. "

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"A Truly Enchanting Stay at Il Borro I recently spent three unforgettable days at Il Borro, and it exceeded all my expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the breathtaking views of the Tuscan countryside. The property is immaculately maintained and offers a perfect balance of luxury and authenticity. We stayed in a spacious villa that offered both comfort and charm—an ideal setting for relaxation. The staff were exceptionally helpful and welcoming, always going the extra mile to ensure our stay was perfect. One of the highlights was the food. The pizza was some of the best we've ever had, and the overall dining experience was fantastic, especially when paired with Il Borro’s impressive selection of wines. The wine tour was both informative and enjoyable, giving us a deeper appreciation for the estate’s rich winemaking heritage. The spa experience was another standout—peaceful, professional, and just what we needed to unwind. Every aspect of our stay felt carefully curated and indulgent. We’re already planning to return, hopefully for a longer stay next time. Il Borro is a true gem in the heart of Tuscany, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique and luxurious escape. "

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5/5 Excellent

"Incredible stay at this property. The location is amazing close to Multepulteno as well. We did a drive to sienna. we loved the pools. The staff were incredible. The room was clean and spacious. The AC was cold. The food was delicious. The breakfast was amazing the scenery and property itself were phenomenal. "

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Fantastic stay!

"Absolutely magical stay! The grounds and landscape are beautiful. The restaurant was incredible. The ease of access to explore Cortona was great. Incredible service. I can’t wait to come back! My only regret was not staying longer. "

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