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Romantic Cottege WITH PRIVATE POOL above Medieval City Walls | Cottage in Volterra

9.8 (31 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  5 Guests  Stay&Play
Volterra Cottage | Romantic Cottege WITH PRIVATE POOL above Medieval City Walls

3 Bedroom Cottage in Volterra

Selci is a detached, medieval house
The front door opens from the garden into the living room. A large room, with a magnificent, cross-vaulted ceiling, it has been divided to separate the breakfast kitchen from the living room. The kitchen has good equipment.
Beyond the living room is an elegant shower room.
A marble staircase leads to the first floor, with a double bedroom, a twin bedroom.
Furnitures is a mixture of old and new.
There are superb views from some of the rooms.
One side of the house is a walled garden, one side of which is the medieval ancient city wall.
There are several places to sit, eat sunbathe, and realx, with a vine covered pergola, fruit and pine trees, home to blackbirds, swallows and nightingales.
Near the vegetable garden 8 m diameter swimming pool, hidden behind a hedge.
in this garden there is a second pool, hydromassage for relaxation when your children sleep.
Behind the house is a park where the famous flag throwers sometimes practice, to the accompaniment of evocative medieval drumbeats.
The Guarnacci Museum is 300 m. with one of the largest Etruscan collections in the world.
In the town center, within a few minutes' walk, are important museums and art galleries, as well as an excellent variety of shops and restaurants.
Volterra is one of the oldest cities in Italy. there was as Etruscan settlement
in the 8th C BC: built on Villanovan foundations. The Etruscan developed thriving trades in metals, alabaster and salt. Captured by the Romans in the 3rdCentury BC, it was sacked in 80 BC. by Sulla. The Lombards favored and survived the Middle Ages intact, but was under the Florentine domination until the unification of Italy in 1860. Almost all the buildings are made of "bench", a king of limestone related to the alabaster for which Voletrra is famous.
The stone flagged streets and squares have wonderful buildings, such as the Palace of the Priors, the Cathedral, baptistery and square, a wealth of excellent restaurants and plenty of more.
Other attractions are the Roman theater, and Porta all'Arco, the intact Etruscan entrance to the city. The austere, medieval town center is a fascinating maze of winding streets, connected with narrow, arched alleys.
Concerts and festivities are organized to summer, and there is so much to see and do you need to move.
When you do, once you have driven down the
tortuous approach roads admiring the extraordinary moonscape of rounded clay hills.

Romantic Cottege WITH PRIVATE POOL above Medieval City Walls is located in Volterra. Romantic Cottege WITH PRIVATE POOL above Medieval City Walls provides accommodation, featuring Wellness Facilities, Internet, Private Pool, among other amenities. This Cottage features Wellness Facilities, Internet, Private Pool, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Romantic Cottege WITH PRIVATE POOL above Medieval City Walls has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 5 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Volterra has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Volterra, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Unique Amenities

  • Parking
  • Pool
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • TV
  • View
  • Private Pool
  • Ocean View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Sports/Activities
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Event Policy No events allowed
Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:30 pm minimum check-in age: 20
Check-out Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy Note from host: contattare il proprietario pets not allowed
Smoking Policy Smoking allowed: in designated areas;nel giardino
Other Policy 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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number it050039c2gxu2mncl safety features at this property include a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property accepts cash 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
 
Volterra, 56048, Italy

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

May 29, 2024 07:15:30 PM
Summary: Casa Selci is wonderful - a simple, comfortable little house, lovely private garden and pool with spectacular outlook. Peaceful while within easy walking distance of everything in Volterra's historic centre - beautiful town with lots to enjoy. Great location for day trips to neighbouring towns and villages too. Daniela is a welcoming, helpful host.
Janice F. Janice F.
Oct 26, 2022 06:00:04 AM
Summary: Lovely place, great location and had a good time.
Apr 10, 2017 02:12:03 PM
Summary: We had a great moment in Casole D'elsa at Daniela's house ! Daniela is very nice and available if you need help. The house, garden, swimming pool are cosy and romantic. The area is so beautiful, easy to go to Siena, Firenze, San Gimignano,... and Casole D'elsa is a very nice little village too ! We loved our stay at Daniela's and highly recommend it. Thank you !
Daniela M. Daniela M.
Apr 3, 2017 08:53:12 PM
Summary: We stayed for a week in September and it was amazing! Firstly Daniela's excellent directions ensured we got there without taking out the GPS even at night! We had such a relaxing week there and we'd highly recommend it. The pool is quite large and we enjoyed using it daily. Daniela and Francesco ensured the pool was always clean and we had everything we needed. They went above and beyond to ensure we had a perfect stay. As another reviewer noted the beds and pillows were very comfortable. It was also a big plus that the property has Wifi. It is on the edge of Monteguidi, which is a tiny 2 street hamlet in the heart of Tuscany. The larger village of Casole D'Elsa is about 10min drive away with some lovely restaurants - especially El Brigante with lovely pizza and a great view. Thanks very much for everything Daniela and Francesco. We hope to see you again!
Daniela M. Daniela M.
Jun 27, 2014 10:11:10 PM
Summary: This property is absolutely beautiful! It is exactly how it is represented. The garden is stunning, the pool is refreshing, the apartment is quaint and cozy, the views are amazing, and the location is perfect! We stayed here for a week and fell in love with Volterra. The city is beautiful and the people are so friendly 😄. We will definitely be returning for another visit ... and, we hope to stay in this apartment again. Oh, and Daniela is just so sweet and helpful. Daniela, thank you for everything 😄
Lynne P. Lynne P.
Jul 28, 2012 09:40:08 PM
Summary: This property was faultless - the location and the accomodation were perfect. My family and friends came here to celebrate my birthday and I cannot think of a nicer place in which to do so. The owner Danielle could not have been more helpful. This was my second visit to Volterra and I would certainly recomment thsi property to anyone thinking of touring the area.
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Jul 27, 2012 11:20:09 PM
Summary: What you want from a holiday rental is to be near enough town to take advantage of its attractions and yet peace and quiet and all the necessary living facilities. Bearing in mind that Italy is always noisy, this was an almost perfect villa and I would highly recommend it to anyone. Volterra is a hill-top town in Tuscany, full of interesting buildings and several museums, it is surrounded by high walls that are interrupted by a number of gateways. Casa Selci was just round the corner from the most Easterly gateway of Port Selci, opposite an imposing medieval fortress now functioning as the State Prison. Perfectly situated, it is only a short stroll before you find yourself passing bars, shops, restaurants, two different museums, an alabaster workshop and even the local supermarket. Yet the villa itself, a converted barn, is set in an oasis of calm - a large, secluded garden with fruit trees, a wonderfully large circular pool, BBQ, loungers and a breakfast table overlooking a fabulous view of Tuscany. The two bedrooms are large, the shower powerful and the cooker both gas and electricity. There is no air conditioning or TV but it is perfectly well equipped for a hot, sunny summer holiday where you spend most of the time outside. I have to mention that there is a small park next to the house where boys play football most afternoons, and twice a week there may be noisy drum, trumpet and flag-waving practice between 9.30 and 11pm, but we found it quite bearable and managed to catch a festival day so we could enjoy the musical performance they gave in the Square.
Jackie S. Jackie S.
Sep 27, 2011 09:54:06 PM
Summary: Having read other reviews before we went - we would definitely agree with everyone who says that Casa Selci is a real find. We stayed there for a week in August 2011 and wish we'd booked it for both weeks of our holiday. The location is perfect. Volterra is an interesting town, lively and full of tourists ... but step away into your own little bit of heaven. Once at the house you feel like you're a million miles away from the town instead of a three minute walk. The view from the small breakfast terrace is breathtaking. The pool and the gardens are great and perfect for relaxing in. Daniella, the owner is very welcoming and the house is kept beautifully clean by Rosanna and her husband. It's well equipped. Shopping in the town is quite limited but there are two supermarkets a few minutes drive away. And treat yourself to an meal cooked by a real Italian cook (Thank you Piera!) which was organised for us by Daniella (it was a perfect birthday treat). Casa Selci is all it says it is and more. We would have NO hesitation in recommending it to anyone and would certainly like to go back or perhaps we'll try one of Daniella's other properties next time. Go - you'll love it!
Clare W. Clare W.
Sep 20, 2011 09:20:00 PM
Summary: It is really difficult to write a review for this property and the town it sits in which would do it the justice it deserves, you could only visit it for yourselves to appreciate how special a place it is. Within the villa and it's grounds you could be in your own rural retreat, however step out the gate and straight away you are within one of the most picturesque, magical, historical towns you could ever imagine, it really has everything!! 'Romantic' is definately one word you would use decribe the town and also this villa which oozes tuscan charm with its rustic interior and large, enchanting gardens. The views over the garden walls of this hilltop villa are breathtaking. We stayed here with our three young children and although we were unlucky enough to have some 'uncharacteristic' weather during our weeks stay in July, we were grateful to be staying in such a fabulous part of Tuscany. The kids loved the pool and gardens, even in the rain!! Volterra is a small entruscan town perfectly preserved with it winding narrow streets and original buildings, which now offers plenty of authentic shops, restaurants and of course, ice-cream bars. You can actually feel the history as you walk through the town which makes this such a magical place to visit, not to mention stay in. Daniela, the villa owner, was extremely welcoming and friendly, she and her family were lovely. We'd booked to stay at another of Daniela's villas for our second week so visited some other fabulous places too including Sienna, Casole d'Elsa and San Gimignano and had a fantastic holiday. We would definately recommend this villa in Volterra to our families and friends and hope to go there again ourselves one day.
Denise R. Denise R.
Sep 19, 2011 04:20:06 AM
Summary: We all thin that this was our best ever holiday. The house was comfortable, the pool relaxing, the views superb and the position of the house perfect in that we could walk into the charming town for shopping and ice creams. It was easy to drive to other towns further afield such as Sienna, Pisa and San Gimi.
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FAQ's

Is this Volterra cottage pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Volterra cottage have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Volterra cottage has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Volterra cottage?

Best-rates for the Volterra cottage starts from $271 per night with includes Private Pool, Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Laundry, TV, Sports/Activities, View, Ocean View, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, Kitchen, Parking, Pool, Designated Smoking Area, Wellness Facilities, Internet StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Volterra cottage a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this cottage Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cottage has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Volterra cottage wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Volterra cottage has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Volterra cottage?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Volterra cottage indicates 1 day stay policy at this cottage. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Volterra cottage?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Volterra cottage are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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