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Farmhouse in the hills with panoramic view and swimming pool

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Pool
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102152.8 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool

Explore the area

Map
Ristonchia, Tuscany
  • Cortona Cathedral
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Piazza della Repubblica
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Villa Bramasole
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Farmhouse in the hills with panoramic view and swimming pool

Farmhouse placed on two floors surrounded by a land of 5 hectares of woodland and olive grove that are part of the property.
The farmhouse is located at 400 meters above sea level in a panoramic position and isolated but a few minutes by car from the town and the main services.
On the ground floor, kitchen with external veranda, double living room overlooking the portico with a view of the Valdichiana, double bedroom with a cradle and a bathroom. Also on the ground floor there is an outdoor room with an antique wood oven for baking bread and barbecue.
Upstairs there are three other bedrooms including one with a double bed, one bedroom with three single beds and one bedroom with two single beds, lounge with original antique fireplace and a bathroom.
The swimming pool is in exclusive use and is open from April to the end of October.
The house is ideal for 10 people.
During the winter the house can accommodate a maximum of 8 people.
In the winter period will be charged in addition to the price of the stay the costs for the ignition of the radiators if necessary (10 € a night).
The costs for hot water, electricity, Wi-Fi and final cleaning are all included in the price of the stay.

Property manager

Vincenzo Califano
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

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 the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Castiglion Fiorentino

Located in Castiglion Fiorentino, this holiday home is in a rural area. Tennis Club Castiglionese and Agricola Buccelletti Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Trasimeno and Area Naturale Protetta di Interesse Locale Bosco di Sargiano. Travelling with kids? Consider Arezzo Equestrian Centre, or check out an event or a game at Arezzo Exhibition Center. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, mountain biking and horse riding.
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Ristonchia, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Cortona Cathedral - 15 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Signorelli Theatre - 16 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Piazza della Repubblica - 16 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Villa Bramasole - 18 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Eremo Le Celle - 20 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Castiglion Fiorentino Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Garden Underground - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Antico Caffè La Posta - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar 2000 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cantina Baracchi - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪La Locanda di Gegè - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Farmhouse in the hills with panoramic view and swimming pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Farmhouse in the hills with panoramic view and swimming pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Farmhouse in the hills with panoramic view and swimming pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Farmhouse in the hills with panoramic view and swimming pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Farmhouse in the hills with panoramic view and swimming pool located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Tennis Club Castiglionese, Municipal Art Gallery, and Vasari Loggia. Cassero Tower and Archaeological Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Calum S.

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

Disappointing

Pros: Location Excellent pool Fantastic views Cons: Very, very outdated kitchen. Limited privacy due to people staying in outbuildings some of the time. A (not unfriendly) cat that's fed at the property and it seems to be assumed that guests will do this. There's a strong smell of cats in the kitchen and the area immediately outside it. Doors can't be left open to ventilate the property when using the pool as the cat may get inside. No consumables apart from toilet roll and cat food: not so much as a dish cloth or drop of washing-up liquid to get you through to the first visit to the shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie Ball

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

Views of Tuscany

We stayed for 10 days recently and had a great time, the house was easy to find and the host answered our queries straight away, he also visited the property every other day to water the plants and check that everything was ok. We had a problem with the dishwasher one day and an electrician turned up within 30 minutes. The photos of the house are true to life and the views from the shaded terrace are amazing. The pool was used almost every day and was cleaned regularly usually early before we even got up. Parking is right next to the house so easy access although the drive up is quite steep. Also the nearby town of Castiglion Fiorentino is only about a 10 minutes drive and there are several supermarkets, restaurants and a local train station where you can get to Arezzo or Florence very easily. Couple of good Gelaterias in the local town too. Views from Castiglion are good and also from the castle at Montecchio. The house has thick stone walls and kept it cool apart from on a couple of days when the temperature hit 36 degrees. There are plenty of fans in the house to help with the heat. Couple of things that could be improved on, firstly the pillows as these were really quite firm and not the most comfortable and the other is the lack of a shower curtain in the upstairs bathroom which meant that the bath mats were continuously soaked. TV with Netflix and Wi-Fi all worked really well. Mosquitoes are everywhere in Italy so make sure you pack repellent!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

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

A beautiful, peaceful, private place to relax

A super holiday. The location is superb with many places of interest within a 1 hour drive. Pool was maintained well and clean. We had a great 2 weeks.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

The perfect view

We had a wonderful time staying at No5 Ristonchia; the pool is excellent, the house is spacious and comfortable and it was an excellent base for visits to Perugia, Arezzo and Siena. We would recommend it very highly.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toby W.

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

Great place

We had a lovely time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon Thomas

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

Rustic retreat

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Pool area is fab with plenty sun beds and chairs . The host is easily contacted and gave us a couple of good recommendations for restaurants. Property is well equipped and the netflix on the TV was a big hit for the kids.

8/10 Good

Ben F.

Great location, incredible views, big swimming pool

This lovely old farmhouse is surrounded by hectares of olive groves & woodland with panoramic views across rural Tuscany featuring beautiful sunrises & sunsets. It’s hidden away up an incline off the road terminating in the small village of Ristonchia, so no through traffic makes it secluded and peaceful. A standout feature of the farmhouse is its generously sized pool which is well kept by a maintenance man and a pool cleaning robot. It isn’t heated so was a bit cold on some days in September. The shallow end is perfect for children and less confident swimmers, while the very deep end is lovely for diving & floating. There’s lots of indoor & outdoor space including dining room, two lounge areas and outside eating area. Calling the farmhouse “ideal for 10 people” is perhaps a bit of a stretch. It could accommodate two families with children with its two double rooms (one with a cot), two twin rooms (with quite small beds) and two bathrooms. The beds aren’t the most comfortable (the four poster is split into two single mattresses). The kitchen and downstairs bathroom are a little dated and we missed having a kettle. The upstairs bathroom was very nice but the bath could do with a shower screen. We were met by the non-English speaking maintenance man, who came daily to tend to the pool; we were otherwise given complete privacy. The host lives away so we did not meet him in person, but he was available and responsive by WhatsApp. Being in the middle of the countryside there are plenty of creepy crawlies around. The small lizards and butterflies are fascinating to watch. We rescued a few frogs from the pool. We did find a couple of scorpions indoors but the only creatures that really bothered us were wasps who were trying to nest in one of the parasols by the pool and pestered us constantly. The host was responsive in trying to deal with the problem. The nearest town is Castiglion Fiorentino which is a walled town with narrow streets full of shops, cafes, restaurants and a museum. We particularly recommend Ristorante Da Muzzicone for truffles & steak. There are also nearby wine producers offering tours and wine tasting. Nestled in the middle of Tuscany, you’re well placed to explore the walled towns of Arezzo to the North and Cortona to the South and drive through the scenic Val di Chiana and Val d’Orcia. Siena and Florence also within fairly easy reach and Lake Trasimeno and Assisi are just across the border in Umbria. Lovely relaxing holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Graeme W.

A Truly Wonderful Holiday

We had a wonderful stay from the moment we arrived and were met by Vincenzo's mother - Maria, who welcomed us and showed us around, to the moment we reluctantly left 4 weeks later. The house is situated high in the hills, the location and views are incredible. The house itself is a true renovated Tuscan farmhouse, with some original features retained and was a delight to stay in. Many days spent relaxing by the pool, which is kept in pristine condition by Duoro, who visits daily very early in the morning so as not to disturb anyone. Duoro was also on hand to keep us supplied with local wine and to immediately sort out any minor issues. We had Raffaella, a local lady, come to the house twice to cook us traditional Tuscan food; a wonderful experience and shouldn't be missed. Many evenings we drove into the nearby town of Castiglion Foirentino, walking through the narrow streets and calling into the bars and we had a memorable meal at Da Muzzicone. Vincenzo is a great host and always responded quickly to any questions we had and suggested places for us to visit. We would definitely highly recommend this place to anyone looking to stay in Tuscany.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

A perfect villa for a large family

Our first time in Italy and what a first impression. Vincezo's Villa is gorgeous. Spacious well equipped and clean. The views are stunning and the pool was well used. In all we spent 10 days here and can honestly say it's one of the best holidays I've had. Cortona and Assisi are a must to visit, along with Florence, although take the toll road to the tram stop just north of Florence and tram in, so much easier.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sarah r.

WOW! Amazing Holiday!!!

We spent 2 fantastic weeks here with our large family, and would have happily stayed longer! The views from the Villa were breathtakingly beautiful - to wake up and see that every morning was a blessing. Olive groves, countryside and sky - so much sky!! The Villa was very comfortable, well equipped and full of Rustic Charm, and came with Wi-Fi and Netflix. Vincenzo was a very attentive and helpful owner, who was available at any time and responded immediately to any enquiries. His mother met us at the Villa and was lovely, we were provided with a sample of their beautiful Extra Extra virgin Olive oil, which was INCREDIBLE and some local wine which was also delicious. The Pool is as amazing as the photos suggest - we spent every day diving and cooling off in there - very well maintained. Amenities, local supermarkets and restaurants are just a short drive away - we had some lovely meals in Castiglion Fiorentino with amazing views over looking the hills and town below - oh and the Gelato is simply SCRUMMY!!!! Would certainly recommend and would love to return for another amazing adventure - thank you Vincenzo!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hazel B.

Fantastic !!!!!

This is a lovely large rustic farmhouse which is well equipped and furnished even with wifi and smart TV if needed but this is not why you would come here. The views from the house are astounding and uninterrupted .The terrace and outdoor veranda are wonderful places to enjoy eating or playing games day or night. The pool is excellent ,clean and well maintained with a splendid diving board to add to the fun. We managed to find hillside tracks for walking and also off road cycling close to the house and local towns like Cortona are only 20mins drive away . Vincenzo is a friendly and helpful owner and his mother who greeted us is a lovely and informative lady ,she even took us to a local wine producer down the road where we purchased excellently priced and tasting white and red wine. We are large family of 7 with a dog and this house accommodated us well , I cannot fault this lovely property ,location or stay in any way , and would highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian K.

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

Tutto perfetto!

We‘ve spent two wonderful weeks with our two year old daughter and our dog. The house is beautifully located in the hills with no direct neighbours. The view is fantastic and we felt immediately at home in this beautiful house. We had a wonderful time and our hosts were just lovely. (We cannot say anything about the pool - except that it is huge - because we were there out of season in March when the pool was closed.)
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alana A.

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

Family vacation

Was wonderful and beautiful.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celine F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super

Es war alles wie erwartet, wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen :)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andreas G.

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

Traumlage zum Entspannen

Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleonore A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecile R.

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

Location

Tres belle maison vue incroyable piscine parfaite... bref je vous la conseille!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick P.

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

Splendide propriété dans un bel endroit

Vue magnifique, très grande piscine, très bel environnement
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simone U.

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

Wunderschön gelegen mit herrlichem Ausblick und großem Pool

Wir haben einen super entspannten Urlaub in dem schönen Ferienhaus verbracht. Besonders die Lage, Aussicht und der herrliche Pool haben uns sehr gut gefallen.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Farid M.

Liked: Location

Die Lage ist traumhaft

Das Haus ist sehr schön und hat ein wunderschönes Panoramablick.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Markus R., Möhrendorf, Deutschland

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ruhiger Urlaub

Wir hatten eine schöne Zeit.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timotheus B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Toll

Wir hatten eine sehr tolle Woche in dem Haus. Das Haus ist natürlich nicht das Neueste und ist nicht sonderlich gut isoliert, weshalb es sich immer sehr aufgeheizt hat. Ansonsten kann man an der Sauberkeit des Geschirrs noch arbeiten. Dennoch hatten wir eine tolle Zeit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sophie A.

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

Zalige tijd aan het zwembad

Het huis is zoals precies beschreven in de advertentie en foto’s: ruim, propere badkamers. Niets op aan te merken. Misschien zou muggengaas voor de ramen nog een pluspunt zijn maar dat is een detail. Het uitzicht en het grote zwembad is magisch. Qua locatie is het overal vlakbij, maar toch afgelegen zodat onze kinderen luid konden spelen in het zwembad zonder iemand te storen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harald S.

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

everything went great

Thanks for a good time in your House!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

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

Genauso, wie erwartet, top!

Alles war genauso wie es in der Anzeige beschrieben war. Die Landschaft ist wunderschön und auch das Landhaus war sehr idyllisch und gemütlich. Genau die richtige Größe für 10 Leute. Gerade der Pool war fantastisch. Alles in allem ist es absolut weiterzuempfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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Hosted by Vincenzo Califano

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