PODERE FORNACCHIA 20

Toscana - Pisa - VOLTERRA
Sleeps: 20
Bedrooms: 10
(MAIN HOUSE: 4 doubles, 2 doubles with dividable bed; DEPENDANCE: 2 doubles, 2 twin with joinable beds)
Bathrooms: 7
(MAIN HOUSE: 4 with shower, 1 half bathroom; DEPENDANCE: 2 with shower - 1 is suitable for disabled people)

Description:

RECEPTIVE STRUCTURE. Podere Fornacchia is located near one of the most enchanting places in all of Tuscany, the town of Volterra, cradle of Etruscan civilization, set on the spur of a hill at 541 m above sea level and dominating the Val di Cecina. It enjoys a secluded position on a hill that offers beautiful views of the hilly landscapes that characterise the area and from where you can see the profiles of nearby Monte Voltraio, an ideal destination for hikers and walkers. The structure stands within an old renovated farm complex and is made up of a main building and an annex, with elegant family furnishings and air-conditioned rooms, allowing groups and large families to have their own space as well as a large common area comprising living room and kitchen overlooking the garden. The farm is surrounded by a large, perfectly kept park with green lawns and living areas and is guarded by a garrison of olive trees and a vineyard that produces a red wine of Sangiovese quality and a white Vermentino, which the owners will be happy for guests to taste in the cellar next to the farmhouse. The property also includes a splendid consecrated chapel which is available for weddings. It is just 2.5 km from the historic town centre and from the 13th century town walls that contain thousand-year old architectural and artistic masterpieces, where you can find shops, museums and numerous restaurants, while within easy reach are the art cities of Siena, Florence, Luca, Pisa and San Gimignano as well as small villages scattered around the territory, oases and nature reserves, such as those of Berignone and of Monterufoli, very close to the town and, also, the beautiful beaches of the Livorno coast and Versilia.

PODERE FORNACCHIA HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO A CHECK-UP BY A TECHNICAL RESPONSIBLE BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF THE SEASON, TO ENSURE CONSISTENCY OF THE DESCRIPTION, ACCESSORIES LISTED ON THIS PAGE AND THEIR PRESENT STATE OF OPERATION/MAINTENANCE, TO GUARANTEE QUALITY, CLEANLINESS AND COMFORTS TO ALL CLIENTS WHO WILL STAY HERE.

Interior:

Podere Fornacchia is spread over an area of about 400 sq m and is composed of a central building plus an adjacent annex located about 10 m away. MAIN HOUSE. This has two floors plus an attic. On the ground floor is the living area, consisting of a large living room with a sitting area around the fireplace and a dining area with table, well connected to the kitchen with direct access out to the portico which is set up for dining. This floor is completed by a guest bathroom. The first floor (reachable also via an external staircase) includes an additional kitchen and the sleeping area, composed of five double bedrooms (two with divisible bed) served by three bathrooms with shower (NB one of the bedrooms can be accessed from another bedroom but can also be directly accessed, for privacy reasons, via the external staircase that connects the two floors). The last bedroom is located in the attic and is served by a bathroom with shower; it can be reached directly, up a flight of stairs, from one of the first floor bedrooms. ANNEX. This consists of two residential units, one on the ground floor and the other on the first floor (accessible via an external staircase along one side), with separate entrance and not internally connected. Each unit consists of a living room with kitchenette, a double bedroom, a twin bedroom and a bathroom with shower. The ground floor bathroom is accessible for the disabled.

Park:

The 4000 sq m park around the villa extends naturally over the surrounding landscape to which is added the vineyard and a large plantation of olive trees that frame the pool area. There is ample space around the property for guests to spend time outside and to enjoy the picturesque landscape and the tranquillity that reigns here. Just outside the two buildings are two porticoes equipped with table and chairs and nearby are relaxing corners with benches, a ping pong table, a wood oven, a large barbecue and a pergola shaded by climbing strawberry grape. The garden, with its 1500 sq m of lawn area, is enriched by numerous potted plants, towering cypresses and bushes of herbs and is completed by a three-car covered parking area (with further, uncovered, parking spaces). Please notice that photos are taken in spring, therefore flower blossoming, and the colours of the gardens' grass could be different at the moment of your arrival at the villa.

Swimming Pool:

The swimming pool is located in the most panoramic point of the property, about 15 m from the houses from which it can be reached down a few steps. It is enclosed by hedges and accessed through two gates. The pool, measuring 4 x 11 m with a minimum depth of 1.20 m and maximum of 1.50 m. Is lined in PVC with a stone border and has Roman steps for access to the water. In the extensive lawn area surrounding it are umbrellas, tables, sunbeds and two cold-water showers. The pool has salt purification and internal and external lighting thanks to which it can be used in the evening as well. It is open from the last Saturday of April until the first Saturday of October.

For more technical details and layout of spaces, see "Planimetries"
Pets: Yes. € 50,00 per animal per week or part of week to be paid on site
Handicap: No
Fenced-in property: No
CIN CODE: IT050039B5MMWK6YR0
REGIONAL IDENTIFICATION CODE: 050039AAT0094
Amenities and Features
  • Air conditioning in the bedrooms
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • stereo with CD player
  • WI-FI internet connection
  • dishwasher
  • microwave oven
  • kettle
  • American coffee machine
  • espresso coffee machine
  • moka coffee machine
  • toaster
  • baby cot
  • high chair
  • hair dryer
  • iron and ironing board
  • washing machine
  • brick-in barbecue
  • wood oven
  • mosquito screens at the windows
  • ping pong table

Location and distances


The town of Volterra and its beautiful territory is one of the most diversified in Tuscany, full of attractions. Its indisputable historical tradition together with the splendid nature that it has to offer, from the morphology – made up of ravines, cliffs and rolling hills - to the flora and fauna makes for a truly impressive heritage. Located in the heart of Tuscany, about 40 km from the sea and not far from the most important art cities of the region (Florence, Siena, Pisa, Lucca, San Gimignano), Volterra is a must for any tourist, as well as the ideal place for a relaxing holiday in a picturesque landscape; the town, rich in museums and splendid historical buildings in the old town centre, also offers a wide range of folkloristic shows and important cultural events. Podere Fornacchia is located along a country road, not too close to other houses, in a very quiet location and surrounded by the typical hilly landscape around Volterra which is just 2.5 km away and reachable on foot. In less than five minutes by car are the restaurants, shops and cafés in the town centre, as well as a tennis club with a five-a-side football field and riding stables, while the Castelfalfi Golf Club is about half an hour away. For those wishing to travel by public transport, the bus stop for Volterra, Florence and Pisa is approx 1 km from the property, along the main road.

Airport: Pisa 62 km, Firenze 88 km, Bologna 170 km, Roma fiumicino 284 km, Milano Malpensa 397 km
Train station: Saline di Volterra (destination Cecina) 12 km, Cecina 42 km, Pontedera 43 km
Highways: Coming from South: A1 exit Valdichiana 105 km - free highway Siena - Firenze exit Colle Val d'Elsa Nord 31 km; Coming from North: A1 exit Firenze Impruneta 69 km - free highway Firenze - Siena exit Colle Val d'Elsa Nord 31 km; Coming from the Pisa International airport: highway S.G.C. FI-PI-LI exit Ponsacco 43 km
Shops and services: Volterra 2,5 km
Beaches: Tyrrhenian sea - Castiglioncello 56 km, Marina di Cecina 43 km (Livorno coast), Lido di Camaiore 97 km, Forte dei Marmi 104 km (Versilia)
Parking: Inside the property: three-car covered parking area, up to 8 uncovered parking spaces
Access roads: 1 km narrow and paved road until the property
Attractions within 100 km: Volterra 2,5 km, Lajatico 23 km, San Gimignano 29 km, Bolgheri 43 km, Siena 53 km, Pisa 66 km, Lucca 71 km, Livorno 72 km, Firenze 74 km, Collodi 76 km, Montecatini Terme 78 km, Viareggio 92 km
Altitude: 350 slm

Reviews

8.9 / 10

Rating based on received reviews

Average rating

8.8
Overall rating
9.1
General cleanliness
9.3
Quality of pool and park cleanliness
8.2
Quality of furnishing and amenities

Reviews

by Anonimo
8/26/2024
What is your opinion on the quality of the property?
8/10
What is your opinion on the quality of the garden and the pool?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Yes
What is your overall opinion of your holiday?
10/10
How would you rate our customer service (including check-in/out)?
9/10
by John Paton
United Kingdom 6/25/2024
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Podere Fornacchia more than matched our expectations. It was a beautiful villa in a beautiful location.
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Although I found the villa a little expensive, it and those involved in running it did provide us with everything we needed for a wonderful stay.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
None
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
All customer service from Emma Villas to those working on the villa side have been outstanding. 10/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Chocs of villa initially but then communicating with Emma villa staff made me feel comfortable and happy with the service.
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
I can't think of any.
by Diana Avram
Romania 4/24/2024
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
The property is amazing, exceed our expections, more beautiful than in the pictures seen!
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Fair price
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
8/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
10/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
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What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
Emma Villas is great and nothing to add
by Anonimo
8/25/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
8/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
yes
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
9/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
8/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
good experience in the past
by Anonimo
8/10/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
9/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
8/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
by Christine Didora
United States 7/17/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
8/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes, it was lovely. Beautiful setting and lots of room for everyone. We really enjoyed our stay with 16 people. Gorgeous view and comfortable villa.
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
8/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Good. Responsive and helpful.
by Bruce Finch
United States (California) 6/6/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes, we loved the property and the two buildings they were very nice and exactly what we hoped for.
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
We thought the price of the property was very good.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Inca was FABULOUS!!! She was so great to work with and very thorough showing us the property and had great suggestions. We could not be happier with her level of customer service, she was very very good.
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Emma had the most properties in the most locations in Italy and we spent a large amount of time going through them and the staff in the reservations office were very helpful in our decision to go with Emma.
by Anonimo
7/19/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
9/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
by Emma Seth
Sweden 7/9/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Absolutely
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Great value for the quality uou get!
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Great!
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
The type of service and villas we usually rent was offered to the price we where willing to pay.
by Anonimo
6/29/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Beautiful!
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
9/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
8/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
10/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Previous reviews and recommendations
by Killester Travel Group
Ireland 8/29/2021
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes and more A beautiful property with passionate owners
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
As we didn’t have that many people was expensive but with more numbers excellent value
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Excellent and staff very friendly and cooperative
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Found on web and excellent presentation
by Luca Traverso
Italy 8/17/2021
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Si completamente
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
9/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Equilibrato
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Positivo
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Notorietà e presenza sul web
by Luigi Petrillo
Italy 8/22/2020
How do you rate the quality of our structure?
8/10
Did the property meet your expectations?
Si
How do you rate the quality of the amenities and the furnishing?
8/10
How do you rate the cleanliness of park and pool?
8/10
How do you rate the value for money of the property?
Buono
Would you rent this villa again / recommend it to friends?
Forse
What are the aspects of the property that you appreciated the most?
Spazi ampi interni ed esterni e collocazione geografica
What is the overall rating of your holiday?
8/10
How do you rate the customer service (check-in and check-out included)?
Buono
by Anonimo
7/27/2020
How do you rate the quality of our structure?
8/10
Did the property meet your expectations?
Non totalmente
How do you rate the quality of the amenities and the furnishing?
8/10
How do you rate the cleanliness of park and pool?
10/10
How do you rate the general cleanliness of the structure?
10/10
How do you rate the value for money of the property?
Sufficiente
Would you rent this villa again / recommend it to friends?
Si
What is the overall rating of your holiday?
8/10
How do you rate the customer service (check-in and check-out included)?
Ottimo
by Leitersdorf Mara
Israel 10/21/2019
How do you rate the quality of our structure?
10/10
Did the property meet your expectations?
Yes
How do you rate the quality of the amenities and the furnishing?
9/10
How do you rate the cleanliness of park and pool?
9/10
How do you rate the general cleanliness of the structure?
9/10
How do you rate the value for money of the property?
Excellent
Would you rent this villa again / recommend it to friends?
Yes
What are the aspects of the property that you appreciated the most?
Great location, privacy, beautiful view 360 degrees, very comfortable rooms , big tables outside and inside , great for a big family
What is the overall rating of your holiday?
10/10
How do you rate the customer service (check-in and check-out included)?
Excellent
Do you have any suggestion to improve the quality of our services?
Nothing
I give my permission to be contacted via e-mail by clients who request additional information about your Company and properties.
Yes
I give my permission to publish my feedback on your website.
Yes
by Marie Edith Harel
France 8/28/2019
Did the property meet your expectations?
Yes
How do you rate the quality of the amenities and the furnishing?
8/10
How do you rate the cleanliness of park and pool?
8/10
How do you rate the general cleanliness of the structure?
8/10
How do you rate the value for money of the property?
Good
Would you rent this villa again / recommend it to friends?
Yes
What are the aspects of the property that you appreciated the most?
the area, the proximities of Volterra
What is the overall rating of your holiday?
9/10
How do you rate the customer service (check-in and check-out included)?
Excellent
Do you have any suggestion to improve the quality of our services?
no suggestion
I give my permission to be contacted via e-mail by clients who request additional information about your Company and properties.
Yes
I give my permission to publish my feedback on your website.
Yes
by Frank Adema
Netherlands 6/24/2019
How do you rate the quality of our structure?
8/10
Did the property meet your expectations?
Yes
How do you rate the quality of the amenities and the furnishing?
8/10
How do you rate the cleanliness of park and pool?
9/10
How do you rate the general cleanliness of the structure?
8/10
How do you rate the value for money of the property?
Excellent
Would you rent this villa again / recommend it to friends?
Yes
What are the aspects of the property that you appreciated the most?
Good location, spacious, friendly help of Patrizia and other staff
What is the overall rating of your holiday?
9/10
How do you rate the customer service (check-in and check-out included)?
Excellent
I give my permission to be contacted via e-mail by clients who request additional information about your Company and properties.
Yes
I give my permission to publish my feedback on your website.
Yes

Minimum Stays

Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
1/4/2025 - 6/28/2025 4 Nights Everyday
6/28/2025 - 8/30/2025 5 Nights Everyday
8/30/2025 - 1/3/2026 4 Nights Everyday
Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
1/3/2026 - 6/27/2026 4 Nights Everyday
6/27/2026 - 8/29/2026 7 Nights Only Sat
8/29/2026 - 12/19/2026 4 Nights Everyday
12/19/2026 - 1/2/2027 7 Nights Only Sat
1/2/2027 - 1/9/2027 4 Nights Everyday

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  • extra cleaning (€ 22,00/hour/cleaner), extra linen change (€ 15,00 per person), heating (on consumption up to date market prices), extra cleaning in case of animals (€ 50,00 per animal per week or part of week), firewood (€ 20,00/100 kg)
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Sleeps: 20
Bedrooms: 10
(MAIN HOUSE: 4 doubles, 2 doubles with dividable bed; DEPENDANCE: 2 doubles, 2 twin with joinable beds)
Bathrooms: 7
(MAIN HOUSE: 4 with shower, 1 half bathroom; DEPENDANCE: 2 with shower - 1 is suitable for disabled people)

Description:

RECEPTIVE STRUCTURE. Podere Fornacchia is located near one of the most enchanting places in all of Tuscany, the town of Volterra, cradle of Etruscan civilization, set on the spur of a hill at 541 m above sea level and dominating the Val di Cecina. It enjoys a secluded position on a hill that offers beautiful views of the hilly landscapes that characterise the area and from where you can see the profiles of nearby Monte Voltraio, an ideal destination for hikers and walkers. The structure stands within an old renovated farm complex and is made up of a main building and an annex, with elegant family furnishings and air-conditioned rooms, allowing groups and large families to have their own space as well as a large common area comprising living room and kitchen overlooking the garden. The farm is surrounded by a large, perfectly kept park with green lawns and living areas and is guarded by a garrison of olive trees and a vineyard that produces a red wine of Sangiovese quality and a white Vermentino, which the owners will be happy for guests to taste in the cellar next to the farmhouse. The property also includes a splendid consecrated chapel which is available for weddings. It is just 2.5 km from the historic town centre and from the 13th century town walls that contain thousand-year old architectural and artistic masterpieces, where you can find shops, museums and numerous restaurants, while within easy reach are the art cities of Siena, Florence, Luca, Pisa and San Gimignano as well as small villages scattered around the territory, oases and nature reserves, such as those of Berignone and of Monterufoli, very close to the town and, also, the beautiful beaches of the Livorno coast and Versilia.

PODERE FORNACCHIA HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO A CHECK-UP BY A TECHNICAL RESPONSIBLE BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF THE SEASON, TO ENSURE CONSISTENCY OF THE DESCRIPTION, ACCESSORIES LISTED ON THIS PAGE AND THEIR PRESENT STATE OF OPERATION/MAINTENANCE, TO GUARANTEE QUALITY, CLEANLINESS AND COMFORTS TO ALL CLIENTS WHO WILL STAY HERE.

Interior:

Podere Fornacchia is spread over an area of about 400 sq m and is composed of a central building plus an adjacent annex located about 10 m away. MAIN HOUSE. This has two floors plus an attic. On the ground floor is the living area, consisting of a large living room with a sitting area around the fireplace and a dining area with table, well connected to the kitchen with direct access out to the portico which is set up for dining. This floor is completed by a guest bathroom. The first floor (reachable also via an external staircase) includes an additional kitchen and the sleeping area, composed of five double bedrooms (two with divisible bed) served by three bathrooms with shower (NB one of the bedrooms can be accessed from another bedroom but can also be directly accessed, for privacy reasons, via the external staircase that connects the two floors). The last bedroom is located in the attic and is served by a bathroom with shower; it can be reached directly, up a flight of stairs, from one of the first floor bedrooms. ANNEX. This consists of two residential units, one on the ground floor and the other on the first floor (accessible via an external staircase along one side), with separate entrance and not internally connected. Each unit consists of a living room with kitchenette, a double bedroom, a twin bedroom and a bathroom with shower. The ground floor bathroom is accessible for the disabled.

Park:

The 4000 sq m park around the villa extends naturally over the surrounding landscape to which is added the vineyard and a large plantation of olive trees that frame the pool area. There is ample space around the property for guests to spend time outside and to enjoy the picturesque landscape and the tranquillity that reigns here. Just outside the two buildings are two porticoes equipped with table and chairs and nearby are relaxing corners with benches, a ping pong table, a wood oven, a large barbecue and a pergola shaded by climbing strawberry grape. The garden, with its 1500 sq m of lawn area, is enriched by numerous potted plants, towering cypresses and bushes of herbs and is completed by a three-car covered parking area (with further, uncovered, parking spaces). Please notice that photos are taken in spring, therefore flower blossoming, and the colours of the gardens' grass could be different at the moment of your arrival at the villa.

Swimming Pool:

The swimming pool is located in the most panoramic point of the property, about 15 m from the houses from which it can be reached down a few steps. It is enclosed by hedges and accessed through two gates. The pool, measuring 4 x 11 m with a minimum depth of 1.20 m and maximum of 1.50 m. Is lined in PVC with a stone border and has Roman steps for access to the water. In the extensive lawn area surrounding it are umbrellas, tables, sunbeds and two cold-water showers. The pool has salt purification and internal and external lighting thanks to which it can be used in the evening as well. It is open from the last Saturday of April until the first Saturday of October.

For more technical details and layout of spaces, see "Planimetries"
Pets: Yes. € 50,00 per animal per week or part of week to be paid on site
Handicap: No
Fenced-in property: No
CIN CODE: IT050039B5MMWK6YR0
REGIONAL IDENTIFICATION CODE: 050039AAT0094
Amenities and Features
  • Air conditioning in the bedrooms
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • stereo with CD player
  • WI-FI internet connection
  • dishwasher
  • microwave oven
  • kettle
  • American coffee machine
  • espresso coffee machine
  • moka coffee machine
  • toaster
  • baby cot
  • high chair
  • hair dryer
  • iron and ironing board
  • washing machine
  • brick-in barbecue
  • wood oven
  • mosquito screens at the windows
  • ping pong table

Location and distances


The town of Volterra and its beautiful territory is one of the most diversified in Tuscany, full of attractions. Its indisputable historical tradition together with the splendid nature that it has to offer, from the morphology – made up of ravines, cliffs and rolling hills - to the flora and fauna makes for a truly impressive heritage. Located in the heart of Tuscany, about 40 km from the sea and not far from the most important art cities of the region (Florence, Siena, Pisa, Lucca, San Gimignano), Volterra is a must for any tourist, as well as the ideal place for a relaxing holiday in a picturesque landscape; the town, rich in museums and splendid historical buildings in the old town centre, also offers a wide range of folkloristic shows and important cultural events. Podere Fornacchia is located along a country road, not too close to other houses, in a very quiet location and surrounded by the typical hilly landscape around Volterra which is just 2.5 km away and reachable on foot. In less than five minutes by car are the restaurants, shops and cafés in the town centre, as well as a tennis club with a five-a-side football field and riding stables, while the Castelfalfi Golf Club is about half an hour away. For those wishing to travel by public transport, the bus stop for Volterra, Florence and Pisa is approx 1 km from the property, along the main road.

Airport: Pisa 62 km, Firenze 88 km, Bologna 170 km, Roma fiumicino 284 km, Milano Malpensa 397 km
Train station: Saline di Volterra (destination Cecina) 12 km, Cecina 42 km, Pontedera 43 km
Highways: Coming from South: A1 exit Valdichiana 105 km - free highway Siena - Firenze exit Colle Val d'Elsa Nord 31 km; Coming from North: A1 exit Firenze Impruneta 69 km - free highway Firenze - Siena exit Colle Val d'Elsa Nord 31 km; Coming from the Pisa International airport: highway S.G.C. FI-PI-LI exit Ponsacco 43 km
Shops and services: Volterra 2,5 km
Beaches: Tyrrhenian sea - Castiglioncello 56 km, Marina di Cecina 43 km (Livorno coast), Lido di Camaiore 97 km, Forte dei Marmi 104 km (Versilia)
Parking: Inside the property: three-car covered parking area, up to 8 uncovered parking spaces
Access roads: 1 km narrow and paved road until the property
Attractions within 100 km: Volterra 2,5 km, Lajatico 23 km, San Gimignano 29 km, Bolgheri 43 km, Siena 53 km, Pisa 66 km, Lucca 71 km, Livorno 72 km, Firenze 74 km, Collodi 76 km, Montecatini Terme 78 km, Viareggio 92 km
Altitude: 350 slm

Reviews

8.9 / 10

Rating based on received reviews

Average rating

8.8
Overall rating
9.1
General cleanliness
9.3
Quality of pool and park cleanliness
8.2
Quality of furnishing and amenities

Reviews

by Anonimo
8/26/2024
What is your opinion on the quality of the property?
8/10
What is your opinion on the quality of the garden and the pool?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Yes
What is your overall opinion of your holiday?
10/10
How would you rate our customer service (including check-in/out)?
9/10
by John Paton
United Kingdom 6/25/2024
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Podere Fornacchia more than matched our expectations. It was a beautiful villa in a beautiful location.
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Although I found the villa a little expensive, it and those involved in running it did provide us with everything we needed for a wonderful stay.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
None
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
All customer service from Emma Villas to those working on the villa side have been outstanding. 10/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Chocs of villa initially but then communicating with Emma villa staff made me feel comfortable and happy with the service.
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
I can't think of any.
by Diana Avram
Romania 4/24/2024
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
The property is amazing, exceed our expections, more beautiful than in the pictures seen!
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Fair price
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
8/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
10/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
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What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
Emma Villas is great and nothing to add
by Anonimo
8/25/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
8/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
yes
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
9/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
8/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
good experience in the past
by Anonimo
8/10/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
9/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
8/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
by Christine Didora
United States 7/17/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
8/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes, it was lovely. Beautiful setting and lots of room for everyone. We really enjoyed our stay with 16 people. Gorgeous view and comfortable villa.
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
8/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Good. Responsive and helpful.
by Bruce Finch
United States (California) 6/6/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes, we loved the property and the two buildings they were very nice and exactly what we hoped for.
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
We thought the price of the property was very good.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Inca was FABULOUS!!! She was so great to work with and very thorough showing us the property and had great suggestions. We could not be happier with her level of customer service, she was very very good.
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Emma had the most properties in the most locations in Italy and we spent a large amount of time going through them and the staff in the reservations office were very helpful in our decision to go with Emma.
by Anonimo
7/19/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
9/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
by Emma Seth
Sweden 7/9/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Absolutely
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Great value for the quality uou get!
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Great!
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
The type of service and villas we usually rent was offered to the price we where willing to pay.
by Anonimo
6/29/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Beautiful!
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
9/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
8/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
10/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Previous reviews and recommendations
by Killester Travel Group
Ireland 8/29/2021
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes and more A beautiful property with passionate owners
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
As we didn’t have that many people was expensive but with more numbers excellent value
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Excellent and staff very friendly and cooperative
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Found on web and excellent presentation
by Luca Traverso
Italy 8/17/2021
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Si completamente
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
9/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Equilibrato
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Positivo
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Notorietà e presenza sul web
by Luigi Petrillo
Italy 8/22/2020
How do you rate the quality of our structure?
8/10
Did the property meet your expectations?
Si
How do you rate the quality of the amenities and the furnishing?
8/10
How do you rate the cleanliness of park and pool?
8/10
How do you rate the value for money of the property?
Buono
Would you rent this villa again / recommend it to friends?
Forse
What are the aspects of the property that you appreciated the most?
Spazi ampi interni ed esterni e collocazione geografica
What is the overall rating of your holiday?
8/10
How do you rate the customer service (check-in and check-out included)?
Buono
by Anonimo
7/27/2020
How do you rate the quality of our structure?
8/10
Did the property meet your expectations?
Non totalmente
How do you rate the quality of the amenities and the furnishing?
8/10
How do you rate the cleanliness of park and pool?
10/10
How do you rate the general cleanliness of the structure?
10/10
How do you rate the value for money of the property?
Sufficiente
Would you rent this villa again / recommend it to friends?
Si
What is the overall rating of your holiday?
8/10
How do you rate the customer service (check-in and check-out included)?
Ottimo
by Leitersdorf Mara
Israel 10/21/2019
How do you rate the quality of our structure?
10/10
Did the property meet your expectations?
Yes
How do you rate the quality of the amenities and the furnishing?
9/10
How do you rate the cleanliness of park and pool?
9/10
How do you rate the general cleanliness of the structure?
9/10
How do you rate the value for money of the property?
Excellent
Would you rent this villa again / recommend it to friends?
Yes
What are the aspects of the property that you appreciated the most?
Great location, privacy, beautiful view 360 degrees, very comfortable rooms , big tables outside and inside , great for a big family
What is the overall rating of your holiday?
10/10
How do you rate the customer service (check-in and check-out included)?
Excellent
Do you have any suggestion to improve the quality of our services?
Nothing
I give my permission to be contacted via e-mail by clients who request additional information about your Company and properties.
Yes
I give my permission to publish my feedback on your website.
Yes
by Marie Edith Harel
France 8/28/2019
Did the property meet your expectations?
Yes
How do you rate the quality of the amenities and the furnishing?
8/10
How do you rate the cleanliness of park and pool?
8/10
How do you rate the general cleanliness of the structure?
8/10
How do you rate the value for money of the property?
Good
Would you rent this villa again / recommend it to friends?
Yes
What are the aspects of the property that you appreciated the most?
the area, the proximities of Volterra
What is the overall rating of your holiday?
9/10
How do you rate the customer service (check-in and check-out included)?
Excellent
Do you have any suggestion to improve the quality of our services?
no suggestion
I give my permission to be contacted via e-mail by clients who request additional information about your Company and properties.
Yes
I give my permission to publish my feedback on your website.
Yes
by Frank Adema
Netherlands 6/24/2019
How do you rate the quality of our structure?
8/10
Did the property meet your expectations?
Yes
How do you rate the quality of the amenities and the furnishing?
8/10
How do you rate the cleanliness of park and pool?
9/10
How do you rate the general cleanliness of the structure?
8/10
How do you rate the value for money of the property?
Excellent
Would you rent this villa again / recommend it to friends?
Yes
What are the aspects of the property that you appreciated the most?
Good location, spacious, friendly help of Patrizia and other staff
What is the overall rating of your holiday?
9/10
How do you rate the customer service (check-in and check-out included)?
Excellent
I give my permission to be contacted via e-mail by clients who request additional information about your Company and properties.
Yes
I give my permission to publish my feedback on your website.
Yes

Minimum Stays

Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
1/4/2025 - 6/28/2025 4 Nights Everyday
6/28/2025 - 8/30/2025 5 Nights Everyday
8/30/2025 - 1/3/2026 4 Nights Everyday
Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
1/3/2026 - 6/27/2026 4 Nights Everyday
6/27/2026 - 8/29/2026 7 Nights Only Sat
8/29/2026 - 12/19/2026 4 Nights Everyday
12/19/2026 - 1/2/2027 7 Nights Only Sat
1/2/2027 - 1/9/2027 4 Nights Everyday

Availability Calendar


Calendar is updated in real time and it is possible to book on line 24/7.
Before proceeding with a specific request ("Book " -"Option" - "Information") click on the calendar to select the dates.
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The price includes:


The price does not include:

  • Extra cleaning in case of animals (€50,00 per animal per week or part of week)
  • Tourism tax (€ 2,50 per person per day for the first 5 days. Please note that children under 12 years old will not pay)

On Request:

  • extra cleaning (€ 22,00/hour/cleaner), extra linen change (€ 15,00 per person), heating (on consumption up to date market prices), extra cleaning in case of animals (€ 50,00 per animal per week or part of week), firewood (€ 20,00/100 kg)
  • Health Policy by EuropAssistance (Optional)

Book your holiday in Italy with tranquillity and safety.
With Emma Villas, you now have the possibility to protect your holiday thanks to a wide choice of insurance coverages and guarantees.

STAY CANCELLATION INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Included in the price)
The final price of the reservation includes the Insurance Policy for Cancellation of Stay. You can cancel and be reimbursed in the event of:
  • objectively and unambiguously documentable motivations of health or work and not foreseeable at the time of booking
  • Covid-19 infections (new)
  • a terrorist attack that has struck the place of stay (new)

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HEALTH ASSISTANCE INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Optional) +1,5% of the rental price Not only cancellation policies, but also protection during your stay. You can choose to purchase this policy in the event you should, for the duration of your stay, want coverage for:
  • Healthcare with Operations Centre 24/7;
  • Vehicle Assistance to and from the place of stay and for the entire duration of your holiday; (zona "rossa" o impossibile da raggiungere a causa di restrizioni ufficiali alla libera circolazione);
  • Healthcare for family members left at home;
  • Reimbursement of medical expenses;
  • Repeat Trip Guarantee that reimburses the unused portion without deductible in the case of medical return home or early return home.

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And to protect you in the case of damage caused to the property?

ZER0DEP COVER - by EuropAssistance (Mandatory) 49€ each reservation The new "Zer0Dep" guarantee protects you and allows you to have a tranquil holiday. Zer0Dep stands for "Zero deposit"; it is an insurance coverage developed in partnership with EuropAssistance which replaces the security deposit and which is therefore mandatory. The benefits of this guarantee are: you do not pay the security deposit on arrival: neither in cash nor by immobilising a substantial amount on your credit card limit;
  • you are protected in the case of eventual damage to the property caused accidentally during your stay (up to the maximum limit of 1500 euro);
  • you avoid any dispute on the responsibility of the damage and its quantification during check-out;
  • you can enjoy your villa holiday in greater tranquillity.

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"EMMA", OUR NEW APP FOR SMART SERVICE Furthermore, from spring 2021, all our properties will be supported by Emma, a multifunctional Web-App, developed in partnership with Vikey s.r.l., that will allow you to implement:
  • online check-in (entering the required details that you did not enter when booking);
  • payment of tourist tax (where due) and eventual flat-rate payments requested (eg electricity, heating, extra cleaning for animals, etc.);
  • the purchase of additional services, hospitality (extra cleaning, in-house chef, first grocery shopping, etc.) and experiences (food and wine tours, guided tours, etc.)


Live your holiday in tranquillity and safety, thanks to our project "Safety Reception" (click here to download)

The following extra services are available to be purchased during the booking process.
You can start adding the services you want by selecting them in the booking box.

No other food services are available.