We rented this farmhouse for a week in late September. We loved every minute we were there. The property is beautiful - situated among olive groves, rows of cypress and fig trees. Quiet. Magical. Life-changing. The house itself has everything one could need - and more - and we found ourselves cooking many meals there. Dining under the stars. Swimming. Reading. Resting. Strolling. Though, if you prefer, it is only a short drive to many wonderful restaurants as well as other Tuscan highlights i.e. vineyards, cities etc. You will want for nothing. Barclay, the owner, was extremely responsive and easy to communicate with and provides his guests with ample information not only about the home but also the area. The host of Casalone, Ester, is extraordinary. We fell in love! She stocked our kitchen with requested items before we arrived, helped arrange dinner reservations and provided great recommendations for vineyard visits and so on. She also shared her love of Italy - its food, music, wine - and provided the warmest possible welcome one could imagine. I suppose the true measure of a vacation is the degree of sadness felt upon departure. In that regard, the stay at Casalone measured very high indeed as we were greatly saddened to say goodbye. Our deepest thanks to Barclay and Ester. We will hope for another visit soon!!