Locanda del podestà: 17th century mansion in Chianti

Montespertoli, Toscana
$372 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

Home Villa

Property Type

Sleep 12

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Imagine stepping into a historic residence from the 1600s, once the home of the Podestà. Crossing the threshold of Locanda del Podestà means taking a true journey back in time. Established in the 17th century as a prestigious manor on the historic Via Volterrana—a route used since Etruscan times to connect Fiesole to Volterra—this house tells centuries of history through its thick stone walls, original frescoes, and exposed beam ceilings.
Here, luxury is not aboutostentation, but authenticity and space. Today, Locanda del Podestà offers a genuine experience where the charm of the past blends with the freedom of expansive areas. Immerse yourself in the 17th-century atmosphere and discover 150 sqm of space, perfect for hosting 12 guests in the heart of Chianti. Here, warm summer days transform into moments of pure relaxation thanks to the natural microclimate created by the historic walls, which keep the rooms cool and rejuvenating.
The house ensures maximum privacy with its double entrances and two kitchens. Furthermore, it boasts a spectacular panoramic terrace overlooking the Tuscan hills and 4 private parking spaces within the property.
But the beating heart of the Locanda is its private garden, an oasis of peace where the scent of rosemary mingles with the wood from the barbecue and the relaxation of a plunge pool. Under the Tuscan sky, among the hills of Montespertoli, you will create unforgettable memories with al fresco dinners and glasses of local wine at sunset.
Just 30 minutes from Florence, Locanda del Podestà is the ideal retreat for large groups seeking history, comfort, and breathtaking sunsets.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Recycling Unit Size: 1615 Sq Ft (150 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    4 Bathrooms Bidet Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English German Italian Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Hunting Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The City Center
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Change Of Bedsheets (on Request) Change Of Towels (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Designated Smoking Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

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Review Review

  • Julie E.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Sep 25, 2025

    This was a perfect location for our girls trip in Tuscany. Beautiful country views in a quiet setting. Very convient location to make day trips thru Tuscany but would definitely recommend you rent a car to do this. A parking spot wss provided so did not have to worry about finding and paying for a place to keep the rental car. The house was clean with lots of space and so nice to have so many bathrooms all with good water pressure. The kitchen had plenty of dishware and utensils and made life easy by having a dishwasher. Also, very helpful to have a wash machine and multiple drying racks. We were very happy to have a cafe and gelaterias within walking distance as well as a grocery store. The host was very responsive and easy to work with. One possible concern is if you had to be available for work, the WiFi was spotty especially at night. Overall, would highly recommend staying here!

  • Jo S.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2025

    Stayed Jul 10, 2025

    Gorgeous property in a Tuscan hill-top village. The house is just incredible. Lovely and cool, due to all the ancient stone, but with everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. Fantastic showers - really powerful - and a much-needed plunge pool for when we needed relief from the heat. The location of the house is perfect. Supermarket and bars/restaurants/wine-tasting all within walking distance.

  • Wendy B.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 6, 2025

    The villa and Montespertoli are so charming! The home is so lovely! The view from top level is unbelievable! The court yard a wonderful spot for a meal. Only tip is if traveling by bus on Sunday times are very limited! We ended up taking a train from Florence to Empoli to get a decent time into town. Though bus ticket purchases are very limited. Maybe purchase in Florence. Or spurge on a taxi! But, during week we went to Florence twice and had plenty of options to get to and from. You can buy tickets in Tabbachi! So many great restaurants and vineyard a short walk and delicious wine! Market was amazing! So much to love! So peaceful!!!

  • Karen O.

    Submitted May 31, 2025

    Stayed May 18, 2025

    Our family of eight truly enjoyed our stay in this unique 400 year old casa, with modern amenities in the bathrooms and kitchen. It is a very cool juxtaposition with old stone hearth ,stone sink beamed arched ceilings, ancient stone walls. the awesome rooftop deck was an wonderful setting for a tuscan meal with beautiful views of the countryside. What a unique experience to live like the villagers, going to the supermarket, the small coffee,& restaurants and witness all of the townspeople from babies, school age kids & parents to old residents hanging out in the town piazza thru the day and evenings. A varied experience after spending 3 days in the hear of Rome. Highly recommend doing a bike tour with Massimo & team (a 10 minute walk from the casa) Toscana by bike for the day, as well. visitors should be aware the 5 bedrooms are small with no real closets, but they provide good privacy & quiet. And most of the showers are on the small side but there are 4 of them. The washer was a plus, and drying in the open air on the terrace, just like the villagers. Highly recommend for travelers who don't mind the rusticity, but are interested in experiencing the charm of a small village. We were a blended family of (2) parents with 3 sons and a daughter and 2 girlfriends, ages 20-30. Everyone enjoyed our stay!

  • Kelli P.

    Submitted May 12, 2025

    Stayed May 6, 2025

    This house is incredible, leaving no stone ( literally) unturned to find a balance between preserving the medieval charm of the house but providing modern comforts. Even the water pressure is great! Beds are all comfortable. The views from the decks are breathtaking ! We loved exploring Tuscany with this amazing house as our base .

  • Jeff and Debbie H.

    Submitted Mar 10, 2025

    Stayed Mar 4, 2025

    Montespertoli did not disappoint. This home is very well located to enjoy a small town and have easy access to other small towns, as well as Florence and Lucca-two of our favorites. Wine tasting, gelato, bakery, groceries, post office all within a short walk. The listing was accurate and our family of six had plenty of room to be together or find a quiet space. We especially enjoyed the rooftop patio. Bruno was responsive to questions and recommendations and the check in/check out process was smooth. Thank you for a lovely visit.

  • Dave R.

    Submitted Nov 21, 2024

    Stayed Oct 28, 2024

    My wife and I spent nine nights is this spacious and well-equipped home in the quiet village of Montespertoli in the Chianti region of Tuscany. Bruno was a wonderful host, always quick to respond to our questions. He left the home equipped well for our first night or two and directed us to the Co-Op grocery store only a 3-4 minute walk from the front door. Our rental car was securely parked in his garage every night, so no need to park on the street or worry about not finding a place close to the house. With the stone walls, Wi-Fi signals can be lost from time to time, but just pop in to the laundry room to quickly reconnect. Bruno even let us purchase his brand-new stainless steel Bialetti stove-top espresso maker which had become a little tarnished from the gas stove-top. We would highly recommend this home for your group of 10-12 people, but it was quite nice for just the two of us as well.

  • Pia S.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2024

    Stayed Oct 17, 2024

    This house was perfect for our group of 9 girlfriends. Every room had a bathroom to share which was so convenient. It’s location was also perfect to explore Tuscany and all the hysterical gems. Montespertoli is a beautiful town to visit and Bruno was an excellent host!

  • John D.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    Fantastic, even better than the pics! Highly recommended and Bruno is awesome

  • James L.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Sep 18, 2024

    Comfortable stay in a typical tuscan village. Beautiful rustic building for those looking for something different.

  • RICHARD D.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2024

    Stayed Jun 7, 2024

    It was in a great location. It had a magnificent view of the countryside from the upper deck. Walkable to several restaurants. It was a great place to congregate and to relax.

  • amy s.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2024

    Stayed Jun 2, 2024

    The house was nice. The town itself has a couple small bars and restaurants that we checked out. It was easily walkable to the town and close enough to get into the Florence area. We did wish there was more soap and shampoo on the bathrooms and if the beds could have been made. Otherwise beautifysetting and a gracious owner who always responded quickly to any question we had.

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