This was a great stay for four couples. It would also be a great location for a family vacation. We loved the pool and the views and the solitude. We would highly recommend it.
The house and its surroundings are beautiful. We particularly appreciated how well-equipped the place is for practical matters (such as cooking) as well as for leisure and enjoyment (the games; the table tennis table and, above all, the lovely swimming pool). The owner was extremely helpful in providing recommendations and options relating to local / regional attractions. Overall, a superb stay. Thank you!
Wonderful! If it were a spot of nature, Iâd keep it a secret. We were a family of six (including teens) and stayed for two weeks in a very hot August. We expected to rent a villa but actually we were given the confidence to live in someoneâs family country home. The pictures donât do it justice; itâs far nicer. Itâs in the Maremma, southern Tuscany and less touristy. The house lies off a small country road, in the middle of its olive grove, with a wonderful view (sunsets!) and its grounds are green with a myriad of plants and trees (we loved the figs). Itâs roomy, very comfortably furnished, decorated, equipped, with a lovely patio for an aperitivo and outdoor dining. We loved the pool (very well maintained) which is located about 100 ft from the house in its own area of the grounds, with shady area, hammocks, sunbeds, etc. But it was the owner, Tommaso, who made the stay that extra warm personal experience, starting from the first on-line contact. He was attentive and had listed many suggestions of places to eat (some only minutes away), nearby villages and wineries to visit (some just down the road), and recommended beaches (30-40 minutesâ drive). He was readily available on the phone or WhatsApp for advice and help (like make the reservations in that restaurant you really want to try). If you want a Tuscany that is a few steps removed from the hustle-bustle of the vacation season, you canât go wrong here. But keep it a secret .... ;-)
If you want the experience of staying in a beautiful family home with stunning views and lots of character, this is the place for you. This well-maintained and well-appointed home has absolutely everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The host, Tommaso, went out of his way to help us make plans and reservations for beach clubs and restaurants during our stay. He also personally greeted us at the property to provide us with an overview that helped us maximize our enjoyment; he also provided a range of snacks and beverages that allowed us to just relax and enjoy the property upon our arrival. The pool and the view of the countryside from the pool are absolutely incredible. We also made arrangements to have a local resident come and cook for us a couple of times, which made for a very memorable experience and afforded us the opportunity to sample a range of local dishes â all prepared from scratch (including excellent homemade pasta dishes). The beds and bedrooms and bathrooms were all comfortable and well-appointed. So many little details and touches that meant we didnât have to worry about a thing. Lots of nearby villages and beaches within 20-45 minutes. So much to do. We really felt like we just scratched the surface during our one week stay. Tommasoâs high level of service and personal touches and attention made for a particularly memorable stay. I cannot recommend this property more if you are looking for a very authentic Tuscan experience!
Hello my name is Tommaso and I live in Rome but I love Tuscany and in particular Maremma. My family owns Villa il podere since 1999 and itâs a very special place to us. Me and my two brothers love to take care of the house and to host people from every part of the world! I am sure youâll love the peaceful and quietness of the place as youâll enjoy the pool and the gorgeous view on the countryside. Iâll also give you full advice for a perfect staying n Maremma! See you soon!