VILLA MARINA, Private Villa in the Tuscan Countryside with Pool (Concierge service available)

We had a fantastic 2 weeks at Villa Marina and would return in a heartbeat! It's in a tranquil spot, but not far ( about 6km) from shops. The villa itself is very well- maintained and beautifully furnished. Special touches like fresh coffee, quality olive oil and locally produced toiletries all make you feel at home. What sets this beautiful villa apart though is the service! Irene and Sara are always on hand to provide advice and tips about where to visit and eat. Irene gave us a tip about aperitivo in a local village. Honestly, it was such a highlight of our stay and we enjoyed being a local with no tourists in sight ( apart from us!). She also recommended a restaurant in Siena , where we had the best pasta I'd ever tasted! If you get chance, hire the private chef ( with her lovely Dad) to cook you a meal. It was such a treat and we're still talking about it now. As for the villa, it is spotlessly clean and huge. The air con works a treat. The pool area is beautiful and the sunbeds are very comfortable. If you're considering hiring this Tuscan gem, just do it! You won't be disappointed.

Enjoyed our time at this secluded gem. It was quiet and cozy. The villa was clean, spacious and had everything we needed. Enjoyed Sara and Irina. They arranged dinners and roadtrips for us. They know Tuscany and were very helpful.

The property was Clean, well kept and maintained. The caretakers did a great job. The layout was good for a large group/family. Everything was well stocked and provided for. It is obvious great care goes into this property and the location is good to explore Chianti and Florence. We had a great time and all was very nice. The few small things which I would improve if possible are: - the chairs in the dining room with wire frames are really uncomfortable and with a large group or family, one wants to sit and stay longer at the table for meals and drinks and it is not comfortable. -The step down into the kitchen is pretty dangerous and most of us almost fell multiple times we put stools there to block it/remind us. -The road to the house is a bit treacherous. -The garbage bins are very far from the house. Rather than making guests bring garbage all the way over a mile down the road in our cars, since we are paying $500 for a final cleaning, have a waste bin outside and that locks and have the cleaning crew bring the garbage. This was really annoying to deal with while trying to packup and checkout.

We had a great time and the property was overall very well maintained and cared for. It was a great place to explore Florence and Chianti areas. the info they provided was very helpful. There were only a few small things I would improve and they are minor. Overall it is very well cared for and the tram of caretakers are very helpful and accessible.

The manager of this property, Irene, and her support staff, were wonderful. The villa is perfect for a family or several couples. Irene dropped by several times to ensure all was well. When we had a minor malfunction she made sure it was quickly corrected. The outdoor dining area is shaded and perfect for meals. The villa is in a quiet area, but is located so that trips to Florence, Siena, etc. are within reasonable traveling time. Our family thoroughly enjoyed the villa and the hospitality. Highly recommended.

What a wonderful place! Good central location to explore Tuscany. Pictures and description were accurate. Check in was easy (and Sara was VERY helpful throughout our visit - reachable the whole time to answer our questions). You definitely need a car as the property is set back away from any main road. The house is well-outfitted with all the supplies you need. AC worked good - even in the July heat. We enjoyed the pool and had a wonderful chef-prepared dinner one night (thank you Lorenzo and Francesca!) Plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the property. We loved the decor and personal touches. We would definitely stay here again!

Beautiful villa in a gorgeous setting. Felt very remote but was only 5 minutes to a town with all amenities by car. Loved the outdoor dining area for meals and the pool for socialising. The Giropizza experience was an absolute highlight, as was nipping up the road to Loro Ciufenna and sitting on the bridge eating Gelato. Sara was a great liaison and would respond quickly to any queries we had. Would definitely come again.

This villa was an amazing stay, absolutely beautiful and perfect spot for day trips to many Tuscan cities/villages. Irene is an amazing host. Please use her knowledge and recommendations for an even better experience. Cannot wait to go back

We wanted a special getaway with friends and family and we found the perfect spot. Our host Irene was wonderful to deal with from the start and made everything so easy while we were there. She helped arrange chefs to come to the house, reccommended restaurants and made reservations for us- just incredibly helpful and made the trip worry free. The villa is roomy and wonderful and felt like home - perfect for a big group. You must have a car as it is out in the country - and it made exploring really fun. We can’t wait to go back!

While looking for a villa in Tuscany to begin a family vacation, my husband and sister, independently of each other, discovered Villa Marina and thought it would be the perfect spot to begin the first leg of our Italian vacation. Our host, Irene Gren, from the get-go, was so helpful and kind in answering our many questions. Not being all that familiar with the region, her recommendations were so useful. Irene is very easy to communicate with and extremely efficient! We came away realizing that you always want to follow your host's recommendations! The villa is located about 2 1/2 hours from Rome. While it is a little removed from some of the better-known destinations, such as Sienna or San Gimignano, we discovered many charming villages and wineries, off the beaten track, that we might not otherwise have found. The villa itself had an old-world charm, with plenty of space for our group of seven. The bedrooms and baths were spacious and comfortable. The outdoor space was especially appealing. We spent plenty of time by the pool, the covered seating area, and the loggia. Irene arranged two dinners at home, cooked by local chefs. Both dinners were wonderful - absolutely delicious, expertly prepared, and authentically Tuscan! And I would be remiss, if I didn't mention how delicious the local wines were that were served to us throughout the different courses. All in all, our group would highly recommend Villa Marina! Thank you, Irene, for an amazing start to our Italy vacation!! Salute!!