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Exterior
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

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località Fornello, Pontassieve, Città Metropolitana di Firenze
  • Mulino a Vento - Fattoria Lavacchio
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Castello del Trebbio
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About this property

Cozy little retreat in wonderful location, with pool

The Stalletta is part of the Castellare property. In a building made of stone, about 1000 yeatrs old, this little accommodations is a delight. In the woods, private garden with barbecue and the pool. It gives a feeling of being out of time, and yet, Florence is just 20 km away
During your stay at this farm stay, you'll be close to Castello del Trebbio. An outdoor pool and laundry facilities are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 9 minutes by car from Mulino a Vento - Fattoria Lavacchio and 13 minutes from Castello del Trebbio
Cozy little retreat in wonderful location, with pool offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Pontassieve farm stay is smoke free.

Property manager

Ms. Catina Cecioni

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books
  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Spices

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 1 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number IT048033B5MLU4DRGG

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Cozy little retreat in wonderful location, with pool Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Romantic Retreat

We spent a lovely week at this gorgeous cottage in a stunning setting. Beautiful solitude enhanced by the sound of nature and nothing else. The cottage was warm, we went in mid October, comfortable and pleasantly decorated. No knick-knacks and lots of books - perfect! We enjoyed evenings by the fire and made full use of Catina's wonderful recommendations. I don't think there could be enough adjectives to described the loveliness of this place, not to mention the wonderful hosts, Jack and Catina. Thank you for your hospitality and generosity.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous country vacation spot!

The owners are incredibly kind and fabulous hosts! We enjoyed visiting with owner. The home/apartments each have their unique personality. Comfortable, clean and convenient to nearby towns and train. We enjoyed the quietness of the countryside after a day of sightseeing. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Tuscan Holiday

Castellare is the perfect place to relax after a day of sight seeing. Its an easy 15 minute ride to the train station in Sieci and a 20 minute train ride to SMN station in Firenze. All of the places that you are going to want to visit, Lucca, Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa are easily accessible by car. After a day of hustle and bustle and tourists you are going to want to relax and Castellare is perfect. We stayed in the apartment for two, we cooked most of the time, enjoyed a fire in our fireplace (courtesy of Giacomo providing us the wood) drank some great Chianti and just really looked forward to returning to "our place" at the end of the day. Catina and Jack are the perfect hosts and it was great to get to know them. I really recommend it to anyone visiting Tuscany. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Werner C., Berndorf near Salzburg

Beautiful!

It was an amazing week for us, very relaxed and Catina and Giacomo were so nice. We got a homemade cake, Tiramisu and on the begin of the vacation a bottle of wine. We had something nice to talk together - I will come again! One of the most beautiful Toscana places near Firenze.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Secluded Paradise

If you're looking to experience Florence as well as the more authentic surrounding areas, look no further than this secluded getaway. Not only will you arrive to a quaint and picturesque "reclaimed" hilltop getaway, but you'll have access to the greatest resource of all - your host, Catina. It's easy enough to experience Florence appropriately through some astute online research, but finding the local gems that truly define local Italian culture are much harder to come by. Catina's connections to the much smaller, bona fide establishments are what matters if you're at all interested in experiencing the neighbourhoods that truly define this region. Do yourself a favour and skip the hotel. This reclaimed farmhouse is beautiful and authentic, much like your experience will be with Catina as your North Star.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

A very relaxing spot

Out time here was wonderful. Catina was s most wonderful host. She looked after us very well. The house and grounds are very charming. A very peace spot. Thank you yolanda & paul
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Denis M.

A wonderful secluded space with a fantastic host!

Catina's old tastefully furnished farmhouse on a hill in the middle of the forrest is a great place to lay back and relax. You can chill in the pool if the weather get's too hot or take a walk in the forrest. It has several interesting sights located very close, most notably the Castelo del Trebbio and the full scale of Chianti Rufina wineries. We enjoyed both, the calmness of the environment as well as our evening talks with Catina! Grazie mille!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

A lovely peaceful place in the Tuscan hills with easy access to Florence

We couldn't have been happier with the welcome and hospitality! Catina our bi-lingual host also has a wealth of local and Florentine knowledge which helps if you want to take part in local life as well as see the city! Stalletta, the 1 bedroom part of the old house we had, is self-contained and has its own small terrace not overlooked by other guests where you can enjoy both sun and shade. Just lovely! Just what we wanted!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2016

10/10 Excellent

Lea S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Traumhaft!

Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen und können es jedem empfehlen! Super ruhige Lage mitten in der Natur, trotzdem ist man schnell und unkompliziert in Florenz. Auch in direkter Umgebung gibt es in ein paar Fahrtminuten mit dem Auto schöne Restaurants, direkt von der Unterkunft kann man sehr schön spazieren gehen. Die Wohnung ist geschmackvoll und stimmig eingerichtet, die Begrüßung war toll und wir haben uns in den Tagen bei Catina sehr wohl gefühlt! Große Empfehlung!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monika R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Großartige Location, nichts für ängstliche oder schlechte Autofahrende

Wir haben jede Minute geliebt. Catina und Jack sind unfassbar freundliche Gastgeber und die Lage ist ein Traum. Habe ich den fantastischen Pool schon erwähnt, der viel größer ist, als er aussieht und die freundlichen Katzen? Die Anfahrt ist immer gut für einen Adrenalinschub, wer Probleme mit engen Kurven oder Schüttelpisten hat, sollte sich das überlegen. Die Gastro-Tipps von Catina sind (Hüft) Gold wert, wir wollen unbedingt wiederkommen!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

INGOLF S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Urlaub bei Catina

Sehr schön gelegenes Haus mit tollem Pool. Alles sehr sauber und gemütlich. Wir haben uns wohlgefühlt. Catina und ihr Mann sind tolle Gastgeber die uns mit Wein und Kuchen verwöhnten. Leider hatten wir wirklich schlechtes Wetter, aber wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 16 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Grit R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tolle Unterkunft

Catina war eine super nette Vernieterin und immer für alle Fragen erreichbar. Ihr Mann Jack auch. Der Empfang mit super leckerem Kuchen und Wein .... danke. Für das Wetter kann ja keiner was. Wir sind im strömenden Regen angekommen und auch abgereist. Dadurch und sowieso... ist das letzte Stück der Anfahrt... der Privatweg... doch abenteuerlich. Aber für Städtetripp ein guter Ausgangspunkt. Vielen Dank noch einmal für das Kabel und dafür, dass ihr sofort die Heizung angeworfen habt. Liebe Grüße G+G
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Alexander R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Prettig verblijf

Aangenaam verblijf
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Enrico P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Erholung pur

Wir haben hier eine wunderschöne, erholsame und entspannte Urlaubswoche verbracht. Schon der Empfang von Catina war sehr herzlich. Mit selbst gemachtem Zitronenkuchen, Wein und Bier fühlten wir uns sofort sehr heimisch. Wir hatten die Wohnung Stalletta, die für zwei Personen gut ausgestattet, gemütlich und geräumig ist. Wer Erholung und Entspannung sucht ist hier genau richtig.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marine F., Rennes

Liked: Cleanliness

Un écrin de verdure

Nous avons été enchantés de notre séjour à Castellare. Un très bel endroit, entretenu avec soin par des propriétaires charmants. Nous avons particulièrement apprécié les quelques degrés de moins qu'en plaine et la chouette piscine. De belles vacances (et l'endroit doit être parfait pour un séjour à l'automne). A recommander, vraiment!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Günther Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Empfehlenswerte Unterkunft

Sehr schönes Anwesen, sehr sympathische Vermieterin . Wir haben die Zeit dort sehr genossen, unsere Erwartungen wurden voll erfüllt.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay

We had originally booked for one week but we decided to stay a little longer. Luckily there was a vacant spot. The place is very beautiful and truly special. Also our dog enjoyed it very much with the big garden, the olive field and the hikes through the woods. Catina and Jack are very nice and helpful hosts. Thank you both for the very special and relaxing holiday at your place.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hervirragend

Sehr nette Vermieter, sehr herzlich, absolute Ruhe, schöne Lage, alles gut!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fabian M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful wonderful location in the nature

We stayed for one week and found a perfect quiet place for daytrips in the area or for Hang-outs at a great pool and with a possibility for bbq just outside our private apartment. The interior was very well chosen and Catina, our host, made us feel very welcome during and even before our arrival. We would highly recommend this very nice place and host!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vivian H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Eine Woche in Catina‘s & Jack‘s Paradies

Da wir sehr kurzfristig gebucht hatten, war „nur“ noch das „Apartment“ Stalletta frei, die kleinste der Unterkünfte, die uns als Paar aber definitiv überzeugt hat. Mit eigenem Hauseingang und der wunderschönen Terasse hat man trotz des angrenzenden Hauses das Gefühl allein in Castellare zu sein und genügend Privatsphäre. Die Unterkunft ist liebevoll eingerichtet und es fehlt an nichts. Sogar ein großzügiger Pool steht in der großzügigen Anlage von Castellare zur Verfügung. Die Stalletta verfügt als einzige Unterkunft über einen Steingrill und hat unserer Meinung nach die schönste Terasse, die dazu einlädt die Aussicht zu und den nächtlichen Sternenhimmel bei einem Glas Wein zu genießen. Catina und Jack haben sich mit Castellare ein kleines Paradies mitten in der Natur, abseits des Trubels geschaffen. Beide sind sehr herzliche Gastgeber, so wurden wir mit selbstgebackenem Zitronenkuchen und einer Flasche Wein begrüßt - zwischendurch gab es für jeden Gast ein leckeres Tiramisu. Wer gutes Olivenöl schätzt, kann Catina nach dem selbstgepressten lokalen Olivenöl der umliegenden Plantagen fragen. Ein wahrer Genuss! Wir werden definitiv wiederkommen und können das kleine Paradies nähe Florenz nur weiterempfehlen!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Un séjour inoubliable

Endroit idyllique, au calme, immergé en pleine nature et idéalement situé pour visiter Florence et le Chianti. L'appartement est très confortable, bien équipé et décoré avec beaucoup de goût. Catina est une hôte exceptionnelle, souriante et toujours disponible. Nous la remercions encore pour son accueil chaleureux et ses nombreuses attentions: le vin, les délicieux gâteau et tiramisu. Nous ne pouvons que recommander vivement cet endroit et nous avons hâte d'y retourner.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Susanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Entspannung pur

Wir konnten uns sehr gut erholen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike K.

Idyllisches Haus mitten in den toskanischen Bergen

Catina und Jack sind tolle Gastgeber, sie lassen es an nichts fehlen. Zur Begrüssung gab es einen leckeren Kuchen und Wein und später noch ein fantastisches Tiramisu. Auch unser Hund war sehr willkommen und hat die Freiheit und den grossen Obstgarten sehr genossen. Hier kann man sich wunderbar erholen und den Alltag hinter sich lassen. Wir kommen sicher wieder
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Astrid S.

Es war wunderbar!

Catina und ihre Familie sind wunderbare Gastgeber. Das "Anwesen" liegt ausserhalb, so dass man keine andere Wahl hat, als sich zu entspannen. Ich kann nur Gutes berichten, und würde -würde ich weiter schreiben- ins schwärmen geraten. Klare Empfehlungen für die Gastgeber, das Domizil, und die Lage.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Florian G.

A beautiful place

Catina's place is wonderful. We had a great time. It is very quiet and Catina does everything to make you feel at home. We highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018