We were a group of 10-12 depending on the day. This is the property we built our trip around as we booked this a year before we went. And this place did not disappoint. When we arrived Paolo was there waiting for us and we were amazed when we walked in. This is a castle! It is very large and almost a maze. We kept forgetting which staircase our room was on. Beds and bathrooms are very comfortable. Paolo is the ultimate host. Anytime we needed something he was on the spot and his staff of Aziz, Fatima and Gabriela were just wonderful. The meals we had cooked for us while we were there to die for. First night had ravioli, pork and a torta della donna cake that Gabriela made for a member of our party who had a birthday was absolutely fabulous! The other meals we had were even better capped off by the meal we had the last night. Paolo suggested we have Tuscany Bisteca and we of course agreed. OH MY GOSH!!! They were four fingers thick before they were cooked and was one of the best steaks I have ever had! There is a lot to do and see in and around Londa as well. We did a couple of wine tastings, one which was at Paolo's family winery which was very tasty. Also went east to Stia and visited a couple of castles. We did go into Florence a couple of days one of which we rode the train from the Contea-Londa stop just a few minutes from the house. Very easy and cheap (5 Euros one way). I would most assuredly stay at this house again and would recommend this to anyone as a great place to stay!!!

We were a group of 10-12 depending on the day. This is the property we built our trip around as we booked this a year before we went. And this place did not disappoint. When we arrived Paolo was there waiting for us and we were amazed when we walked in. This is a castle! It is very large and almost a maze. We kept forgetting which staircase our room was on. Beds and bathrooms are very comfortable. Paolo is the ultimate host. Anytime we needed something he was on the spot and his staff of Aziz, Fatima and Gabriela were just wonderful. The meals we had cooked for us while we were there to die for. First night had ravioli, pork and a torta della donna cake that Gabriela made for a member of our party who had a birthday was absolutely fabulous! The other meals we had were even better capped off by the meal we had the last night. Paolo suggested we have Tuscany Bisteca and we of course agreed. OH MY GOSH!!! They were four fingers thick before they were cooked and was one of the best steaks I have ever had! There is a lot to do and see in and around Londa as well. We did a couple of wine tastings, one which was at Paolos family winery which was very tasty. Also went east to Stia and visited a couple of castles. We did go into Florence a couple of days one of which we rode the train from the Contea-Londa stop just a few minutes from the house. Very easy and cheap (5 Euros one way). I would most assuredly stay at this house again and would recommend this to anyone as a great place to stay!!!

Our group of 13 had an experience exceeding all expectations. Paolo and his staff acomodated every request with a cheerful attitude. The villa is a beautiful piece of architecture with splendid furnishings

We stayed at Villa Luciano for a week in September. The house is specially great for a big group, everything is on hand, you don’t need to bring anything, it is all there. We have rented other places with VRBO but this owner is special. He is there when you arrive and answers all your questions right away. He is also vey helpful with planning sightseeings etc. We really recommend this place!

The holiday was to celebrate our parents 60th wedding anniversary. Villa Luciano is such a lovely place to stay , you have such lovely views from the bedrooms and was so nice to sit outside in the glorious sunshine and enjoy the views from the garden or from the pool with a glass of chianti from the family winery. Paulo was great and organised a fantastic trip to a local winery which of course we came home with a few bottles of chianti and olive oil all produce within a fifteen minute drive of the villa. We also took advantage of the good Italian rail network and spent a day in florence. Paolo also organised an amazing anniversary meal cooked by Gabrielle and Fatima that has got to be the best ravioli we have ever tasted ( we seriously wanted to bring them home to the UK). We would certainly recommend a stay at the villa that was made even more enjoyable by Paolo who went above and beyond to make our time in Londa so good and also Aziz who made sure of the smooth running of everything during our stay.

There were 14 people in our group, 8 adults and 6 children ages 2-8yrs. We could not have asked for a property to cater for us any better, between the dedication of the owner Paolo and the caretaker Aziz we were truly spoiled. The location was fabulous with only a short walk into the village and the pool was a fabulous way to cool us all off on those hot days. I would highly recommend this property to anyone.

We have been using HomeAway/Vrbo for many years. This has been, by far the best experience so far. From before we confirmed our booking all the way through to our last minutes saying good-bye after a weeks stay the communication and hospitality far exceeded our expectations. Paola's (owner of the villa) kindness and thoughtful consideration for our needs was exceptional. The villa itself has everything you would need to enjoy a home away from home. Our two families (9 in total) had no problem enjoying all the space. Plenty of room for quiet time if so desired. In addition to all of this I should mention the service provided from the villas extra staff. Aziz, the care taker, his wife Fatema and the resident chef, Gabriella who were all so accommodating to our requests. We were able to enjoy some lovely authentic meals prepared by Gabriella and Fatema. These were done strategically, one on the day we arrived and another one a few days later after returning from our day trip to Venice. The food was amazing and enjoyed by everyone in our group. Aziz was available (at what seemed like) anytime of the day. This stay would not have been the same without this addition of the extra staff. Londa is just a wonderful place to stay. Being able to walk down the narrow streets to the cafe to enjoy a cappuccino. A quick 45 minute train ride into Florence makes it easy to explore all of Italy. This was without doubt a highlight of our three week visit to Italy. Thank you Paolo for opening your villa.

We were a group of 14 looking for a large home. Villa Luciano is a historic estate looking down on the sweet small town of Londa. The house was large enough for us to have together time and time alone. And with our large group the 2 fully equipped kitchens was a gift. Eating outside with beautiful Tuscan views was our nightly treat. The best part was our gracious host Paolo. We were there during the heat wave and he bought us extra fans. We loved his recommendations for the towns of Poppi and Stia. Traditional towns with few tourists. The house caretaker Aziz was always around to help us with whatever we needed. A wonderful week at Villa Luciano

We have just spent a week in this wonderful villa as a family group of 10. The villa was spacious and very comfortable, with lots of character, which made it more like a family home than a holiday rental. The outdoor seating areas, terrace and garden provided plenty of attractive places for relaxing outdoors, and the well-maintained pool was very refreshing at the end of a day’s sightseeing in some of the nearby towns and cities. The highlight of the stay for us was a meal organised for us on our final evening by the owner, Paolo. It was cooked for us at the villa by Gabriella and served on the outdoor terrace by Azziz, Paolo’s right-hand man. This was definitely not to be missed! Throughout our stay Paolo could not have been more helpful with recommendations of places to visit, restaurants and answers to any questions we might have. Nothing was ever too much trouble. We learned so much about the Italian way of life from our conversations with Paolo, and by the end of our holiday we felt that we had experienced the real Italy. We selected this villa on the basis of previous reviews which commented on the personal involvement of the owner in welcoming his guests and ensuring that they get the most from their stay, and we were delighted that the reality of our experience actually exceeded our expectations.

We had a true Italian experience at Villa Luciano. Poalo was an excellent host and guided us to the local wineries, as well as making certain that all our needs were met. The day we arrived he notified us of the Summer Solstice celebration, in the town square. It was a unique introduction into Italian Culture; there was food, wine, and entertainment. We stayed the week in the villa, which gives the experience of going back into the glory of the 19th century country-living. We were treated to an opportunity to make authentic Italian ravioli, pasta, and barbeque in the original villa, downstairs kitchen. We felt as though we had been swept back into an earlier time. The entire experience, at the Villa Luciano, was wonderful. I certainly would recommend this villa.

Charming and quaint property in beautiful Tuscany, with character and amenities making our stay beautiful and care-free

Joined our adult kids for a week here in Tuscany.. this Villa and location could not have been more perfect. Loved The outdoor spaces for our evening dinners. Experienced an incredible Pizza oven education and dinner Thank you Paola and your wonderful Team... Pat/Jill- Missouri

Celebrating my 70th at Villa Luciano with my family was a dream come true. My group of 11 adults and 3 children, ages 3, 6 and 8 had so much fun exploring this beautiful, historical, vast property in the heart of Tuscany region in Italy. Londa town was a five minute walk down the hill, so we were able to do our grocery shopping for our daily breakfast and attended a Sunday mass at the nearby catholic church as well. We stayed at the villa last weekend of September to first week of October. Although it got a little chilly at night, there were plenty of warm, cozy blankets in each bedroom's closet, ready to use, which made us comfortable while we slept. Paolo, the host, was the real charm of all. He chauffeured us to/from all our destinations that made our stay easier and so much more enjoyable. Train ride from Contea - Londa station, five minute drive from the villa was an easy, fast alternative means of transportation.The panoramic views as we drove to the Tuscan countryside vineyards for our wine tasting events were breathtakingly gorgeous, just as exciting as the view from the villa. At the end of our day trips to neighboring towns, we did more fun activities at the villa: making pizza with Paolo, had cooking class with Gabriela who demonstrated to us her old style of cooking delicious authentic Tuscan dishes, and just relaxed, feeling home sweet home. On my actual birthday, the last night of our stay at the villa, my 3 kids collaborated with Paolo, Gabriela and Asis, Paolo's assistant who was graciously helpful and always knew what to do and to my surprise, a nice sit down dinner festively laid out in the formal dining room waiting for us. The whole experience was beyond our expectations and I cannot thank Paolo and his staff enough for making our family vacation the most memorable and most unforgettable one ever.

We stayed in this property in July/August 2018 as two families both with 3 teenage children. Our first impression was to be completely overwhelmed at the vast size of this house. It is enormous! If you are a group of people do not worry there is enough space both inside the house and the gardens to "lose" yourself. The pool is lovely, set away from the house and the views are simply superb - a "typical" tucscan view into the valley. The town has a couple of bars and shops for your provisions. Nearby are plenty of restaurants and bigger towns with lovely restaurants and larger supermarkets. We had Gabrielle make us a Tuscan meal and it was delicious, personally I have four portions of the tiramsu! Its a must for a stay here. The only note of caution for those who are a bit infirm or with small children is there are a number of staircases to be negotiated. Altogether though a fabulous place we hope to return to one day.

In July 2018 my family and I (14 people in total) had a week long break at Villa Luciano. Positioned on the hillside overlooking Londa village, the views from the villa are simply stunning. The vast gardens provided a picturesque environment for us to relax and unwind. At the top of the gardens there is an excellent swimming pool which everybody loved (especially the children!). The inside of the villa is beautiful and very spacious. Everything we required was provided (including an ice machine!). It was our host Paulo, however, that made the holiday extra special. He could not have been more informative, helpful and accommodating. He very kindly drove us to a fabulous restaurant on the outskirts of Londa that had been recommended to us. He also provided an extra nights accommodation (free of charge!) for 4 members of our family that had their flights cancelled the night before we were meant to leave. For that I am extremely grateful! We were hoping for a relaxing holiday surrounded by beautiful Tuscan scenery and this villa exceeded all our expectations. Thank you Paulo! We will return. The Boyd Family from Scotland

Paulo, Kim and I just wanted to restate how much we enjoyed our stay at the fantastic Villa Luciano in Londa. Our party of 14 had an amazing time at the Villa and also the surrounding Tuscan area. The Villa is genuine and rustic, but beautifully laid out with all the amenities required for a large group to have a fantastic time celebrating multiple 50th and 25th birthdays. The pool area became a special area for our daily gatherings and certainly cooling in the heat of this particular summer. We also enjoyed our group dining at both breakfast and dinner on the raised area nearer the Villa. Having fresh growing Rosemary and Lemons to hand during BBQ evenings was wonderful. The local shops were very welcoming and stocked sufficient items to keep us all well fed and 'watered', we have a lot of Chianti converts now. I would recommend Villa Luciano for any group looking for a friendly, accommodating and authentic place to stay in or around Tuscany and within easy vehicle reach of the centers of Florence, Pisa & Sienna. Paulo along with support from Azizz made our stay memorable with great support, care and information. We along with the whole group would like to thank you for turning a very special event into an amazing 7 days in Tuscany. Thank you again.

My family and I (13 of us in total) stayed here for two weeks this May and we couldn't have had a better time in Italy than at Paolo's family villa in the hills of Londa. Before even arriving in Italy, Paolo was attentive to our queries and willing to work with us to ensure that our arrival was smooth and easy. Once in Italy, despite landing in Rome instead of Florence due to delays, Paolo was similarly accommodating and helpful with my family members who arrived before me. I promise to tell you about the villa itself, but Paolo was the true star of our visit and deserves to be praised personally for all his wonderful hospitality and kindness. He even stayed with his aunt down in the town during our visit so that he could be nearby if needed and taught us to make pizza in the brick oven himself! The villa itself is a lovely piece of history that is comfortable and beautiful, homey and elegant, all at once. There are two wings off the main floor that allowed for everyone to stay comfortably and enjoy themselves on the grounds. The beds are comfortable, everything worked as expected, and all was delightful. It was also only a short walk to town where we were able to enjoy the local life, but even better was Londa's location in Tuscany, which allowed us to go far north and east to Lake Iseo and Bressanone for a weekend, all the way to San Marino and back in a day, and even do the Cinque Terre in single long day. There's a short train to Firenze, and there are some beautiful little small towns in the area (go to Poppi on Paolo's recommendation, it's a lovely little town!). This villa is certainly the nicest place I've ever stayed on vacation, Paolo was the most gracious and thoughtful host I've ever encountered, and I would highly recommend to anyone at all that they should stay here for their vacation!

Our family of 13 had a great stay at the villa. It was perfect for a large family gathering with plenty of space for all. We all enjoyed the beautiful pool and grounds. We had the cook prepare our meal the first night and it was so good that we had her back again on our last night. The local restaurants were also very good and easy to get to by car or walking. The location was great for seeing sights all over Tuscany and part of our group even drove to Venice for the day. Having the train nearby to get to Florence also made that trip very easy. All in all it turned out to be more than we expected and a great vacation spot for the whole family. The only downside was getting enough hot water for showers at times.

The listing description and photos accurately reflect the villa but let me reflect on just how wonderful this place was for our family vacation over Easter week. Fifteen members of our family stayed in Villa Luciano for eight days in mid- April. Six kids under 10 and 9 adults including two grandparents. The Villa met all of our initial requirements and more- reachable in one day from California, rooms/beds for all guests with plenty of bathrooms, large common room (there were two), walk to cafe, restaurant nearby, pool. .The kids loved running and hiding in the lush grounds including the hedge maze. Some used the pool although it was quite cold. Though there is wifi at the house, kids were told "No screen time for a week". We played games and did puzzles, ate, relaxed and then went on a daily excursion either on foot, by car or by train. The jacuzzi got lots of use. We enjoyed being off the beaten tourist path and in a small, friendly Tuscan town. There are small, excellent wineries to visit, bus service to the next town for the train to Florence (who wants to drive in Florence), and many archaeological and historical sites in under an hour's drive. Only one bedroom was cold but warm clothes including wool socks are needed in April. Contact with the owner and staff was excellent. The cost was more than reasonable for our group. Most of us have been to Italy, including Tuscany, before, some of us at least 10 times and our stay at Villa Luciano ranks near the top. You do not have to go to Chianti country (much more expensive) to get a true taste of Tuscan living. Londa and the nearby Casentino valley and the Villa Luciano have it all.

A Villa, more like a castle (!), with its own enormous garden maze!! We had a delightful stay at this wonderful Villa – we were 3 families all with young children + my mother. We had an amazing time enjoying the great pool with beautiful views, having Gabriella cook us great 3-course meals, spending time in Firenze (easy train ride to and from), visiting Lucca (must-see) and sipping wine at the Verrazzano Winery (a must). The kids *loved* exploring all the nooks and crannies of this 18th century Villa. The house was clean and well-appointed and spacious. With two fully functioning kitchens, a great dining room that fit all sixteen of us + large bedrooms with clean sheets & towels & blankets, we felt very much 'at-home'. There are 2 wings, so the spacing of the rooms worked out well as our family had one wing while the other 2 families had the other wing. Sandra, the manager, was incredibly helpful and went above and beyond her call of duty (thank you!). The only thing that we struggled with was maintaining a balanced water temperature during showers/baths (kept changing from scalding hot to freezing cold) – particularly difficult with young children. I believe that Susana will be looking into this issue because all of the families during our stay had water temperature problems. But, even despite this, I will give it FIVE stars due to the central location, the picturesque setting, the amenities & character of the house, and the super helpful staff! I would recommend this Villa to all my friends.

Outstanding visit to Tuscany. Our villa was exceptional-full of old world charm, yet wi-fi accessible! Sandra was most helpful and Gabriella our cook was a talented teacher and fabulous chef. I highly recommend this villa for a large group. We had plenty of room both inside and outside the villa.