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Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 475 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool

About this property

Entire place

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

Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany

Borgo la Chiusa has 3 independent units: 2 semi-detached houses (Legnaia and Porcilaia) and 1 independent villa (Fienile):

PORCILAIA (sleeps 4) this unit
LEGNAIA (sleeps 8) https://www.homeaway.co.uk/p8669997
FIENILE (sleeps 10) https://www.homeaway.co.uk/p8669998

Borgo la Chiusa was part of an ancient convent just outside the walls of Siena, offering guests wonderful views, peaceful environment and one independent villa and two deliciously restored to detached houses with Siena terracotta floors, stone walls, beamed ceilings and very beautiful finishing touches.

Porcilaia, whose name means pigsty, was converted from the original pigsty of Borgo la Chiusa, part of an ancient convent.

The house sits on the left side of the property and is accessed from a welcoming terraced patio at the front of the house.

Porcilaia is endowed with an open living area, cleverly organised to fit a comfortable sofa and armchairs, a modern kitchen and dining area.

The double bedroom and the twin bedroom sit on the back portion of the house, overlooking the beautiful paved backyard ideal for breakfast in the morning!

Two full bathrooms with shower, one next to the living room and the other next to the double, in the sleeping area.

The outside offers a well kept private garden and a lovely patio equipped with table, chairs, loungers, BBQ and umbrellas for outside eating and relaxing.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 807 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please let us know your departure time so we can meet to take the keys.
Turn off the heating/air conditioning when you go out.
Pay the GPL consumption for the heating accordingly to the meter readings and the municipality stay tax of 2 Euro per person per night if you didn't pay yet (doesn't apply to children under 12).
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

The 50% remaining balance, the refundable damage deposit of 400 Euro and Stay Tax of 2 Euro per person per night are due in cash on arrival.
NO SUBLETTING. Renter may not sublet or assign this lease for all or any part of the premises without prior written consent of the Owner.
GPL consumption for the heating is charged on a meter at 5 Euro per m³, due in cash at the end of the stay (daily average consumption is 5 m³).

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Steps to the bedrooms area

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings
Please ask in advance for any kind of event

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 4
Note from host: Please ask in advance for any kind of event
Long-term renters welcome
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
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
Property Registration Number IT052032B4MMDZWD5H

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 GBP 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Siena, Toscana

What's nearby

  • Piazza del Campo - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Siena Cathedral - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
  • University of Siena - 13 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Santa Maria alle Scotte Polyclinic - 14 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Monteriggioni Badesse Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hotel Athena Siena
  • ‪Ristorante da Michele - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bar/Pasticceria Nannini - ‬8 min drive
  • Bar Cappuccini
  • ‪Il Barrino - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is steps from Val di Merse, and within 6 mi (10 km) of San Leonardo al Lago and Battistero di San Giovanni. Museo dell'Opera del Duomo and Santa Maria della Scala Museum Complex are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Porcilaia tiny countryside property, shared pool, ideal base to discover Tuscany Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gerben v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Just Lovely

Lovely place, lovely people, lovely environment
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bellisimo

I would stay here again. The property was stunning and beautifully maintained. Fresh flowers awaited us in the unit. The owner quickly responded to my every question. The weather was colder than expected, and when I asked if we could use the fireplace, wood was delivered to the door. They were also delivered when we asked about ping-pong paddles and balls for the table. Gratzie Simone and Francessea.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great base in Tuscany

We have just returned from a wonderful 10 night stay at Porcilia. The property was exactly as advertised and Francesca was a very welcoming and helpful host. The property was clean and well equipped. The pool was excellent and loved by all our party! The pool and the grounds were all very well maintained! We would highly recommend a stay at Porcilia!!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed.

My sister and I had a wonderful time here. It was just what we needed at the end of a long day traveling around Tuscany. Francesca gave us much information about the Coop, places to park and restaurants. We loved the patio on the villa. It was so nice and private. We would definitely come back here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

DONNA F H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Borga la Chiusa

We loved our stay at Borga La Chiusa. The ambiance of the house was very Italian but yet with modern amenities. It was very enjoyable visiting Siena and the whole Tuscan area. The property also had a beautiful pool.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place to stay! Would highly recommend!!

We were so impressed with the villa. It was even better than we had expected. It was so charming, clean and in perfect shape. The area was so quaint and picturesque. The location was perfect and easy to get to so many other towns to tour around. We would highly recommend it to anyone looking for the perfect Tuscan experience. Francesca, our host, made everything very easy for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Siena

The property was amazing. It was exactly as pictured and well equipped. Francesca was so helpful and always available. I would recommend this place to everyone.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Tuscany Villa

We had a wonderful stay at this villa! The location was perfect for exploring the central Tuscany region, but a car is definitely needed for a stay here. The villa was beautiful! We enjoyed the living space both inside and on the patio. Francesca, the villa owner cooked us a very tasty Welcome dinner the day we arrived. She was also available for any problems, but we did not have any issues. Simone, the property manager, was prompt with answers to any questions we had prior to arrival. If we ever return to this part of Italy we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Experience in Great Location

This property is better than advertised if that is possible. The grounds are stunning, the pool is perfect for the hot summer and the villa is spotless. It basically has 4 master bedrooms upstairs each with their own en-suite and a fifth bedroom on the main floor which we did not need. The kitchen was fully equipped just pick up the groceries at the local Coop and you are set. But what makes this better than advertised is Francesca the owner. She is a wonderful host who is happy to give you any info you need of the area, suggest activities or direct you to some local restaurants. We even had Francesca cook us a couple meals when we were there and they were the best meals we had experienced during our trip. The location is in the center of Tuscany. Everything is an hour or less drive. Each day we went off in a new direction to experience the towns and sights. We would definitely return next time we are in Italy. Top Shelf property and host. Grazie from Kevin, Monica, Tony, Shelley, Terry and Christine, Vancouver, Canada
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gillian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation

A wonderful property in a perfect location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Uwe N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

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Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a Toscany holiday

Sehr schöne Location mit tollem Pool - ideal als Ausgangspunkt für einen Toskana-Urlaub
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Volker S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr schöne Unterkunft

Super Lage für Erkundung der Toskana.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

bonnie p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary trip

Wonderful location for time away
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!

This property is absolutely beautiful. We had a great stay once we found it. We had a lot of GPS problems finding it but finally called Simone and he explained it. The pool was so relaxing and there are so many beautiful villages nearby. Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

paulien V., Holland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Geweldig!

Een prachtig huisje op een hele goede locatie , net naast Sienna Een dikke 10
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aangenaam huis met alle comfort

Uitstekende vakantiewoning, goede uitvalsbasis om Toscane te verkennen, met zeer vriendelijke en behulpzame eigenaars.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W., San Francisco, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to explore Tuscany!

We had an amazing week here exploring Tuscany! The house was well appointed and super clean - a very comfortable place to spend our time when we weren’t out exploring the nearby towns! We were also traveling with our 7mo old baby, and we were supplied with a crib and high chair that worked really well for our son. We were able to cook dinner at the house almost every night, and enjoyed wine outside on the patio in the evenings - it was a great place to call home for the week, and we would definitely come back and stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

paulien V., Holland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderfull!!

Amazing place to stay, very close to Sienna and 1 hour drive from Florence San Gimignano etc Clean , quiet and sooo beautiful Lovely pool I will come back for sure
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G., Bentonville, AR

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, amazing villa for group or large family.

We were 4 couples who spent a week in this lovely remodeled villa. It exceeded our expectations. Bedrooms were all large with nice bathrooms and wonderful views. The outdoor area was perfect for relaxing after a day trip to one of the many day trips. Francesca cooked us two amazing dinners. Best food we had in Italy!! She was wonderful. We hated to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bliss

This was the best place we stayed in a month long trip. Unlike a lot of accommodation where you feel that they've filled the place with their old, unwanted items, this villa has been filled with new, matching crockery and well thought out furniture that is stylish and comfortable. It is luxurious and spacious and I would go back there over and over again. We LOVED it! If you go in a group there are 4 well sized similar rooms; so no arguments over who has the best room / view. It is in easy reach of Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Florence so a great location for site seeing; but it is so lovely, it is hard to tear yourself away from the house and the pool! I can't recommend it highly enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Maarten L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fijne woning met alles erop en eraan

Fijne woning met alles erop en eraan