A once in a lifetime, very special experience Nine of us, four children and five adults, just returned from an Italian adventure of a lifetime. The highlight of our trip (agreed by all) was a wonderful week at Podere Patrignone with Simon, Verity and the boys. The beauty of the property and Tuscany can be viewed in photos, but, in reality, exceeds all expectations. Patrignone is the perfect, stress free base to relax, enjoy and explore. The opportunities to visit, dine and experience authentic Italy are easy and numerous. Cycling in the area is sublime - the rolling hills, good roads and low traffic made for unbelievable and challenging road bike riding. Our best day was spent on rented e-bikes (with the kids age 12 and 13) touring San Gimignano and surrounding area. Although the boys (age 11, 12 and all grown up) would say our encounter one evening with the "wild" boars was most memorable. We stayed in the 7-bedroom villa which was historic, charming, well appointed and extremely comfortable. We loved unwinding, and comparing stories and tips with fellow travellers while enjoying sunsets, swims and Chianti each evening. What made our visit so extraordinary was the effort, personal touches and hospitality of Simon and Verity. From the pre-arrival information, to the welcome snacks (olive oil, fresh baked bread, cheese and wine), the homemade Tuscan feast, the walking maps of the area, the well stocked hospitality bar, to the assistance with reservations and help with the local bike shop, the family went above and beyond to ensure our stay was easy, perfect and memorable. We are so grateful to have found this idyllic, and joyful place - and hope to return!

Amazing stay with our family and a groups of friends in this gorgeous house in the hills of Chianti. The house is lovely, very clean and very well set-up. Simon and Verity our hosts were very welcoming and friendly.

This property provided the perfect base for our family of 14 to reconnect while enjoying the Chianti countryside. Plenty of space to escape when we needed some alone time but also to come together for meals and catching up or embarking on the three plus hour walk!

Simon and Verity are wonderful hosts on this amazing property in Tuscany. The villa is ideal in many ways--one reason we chose it is that each bedroom has its own en suite bathroom, which just makes things a lot easier. But the big, open kitchen, with large table in the middle was a great added bonus, as it gave us a space to hang out indoors, as well as prepare a communal meal one night that we were there. Speaking of meals, don't miss out on Verity's cooking--definitely take part in the meal that they serve as offered! The location of this property is ideal--out in the middle of nowhere and quiet, yet lots of villages, wineries and things to see are nearby. It's midway between Florence and Siena, and both are easily accessible. Simon is a wealth of information about what to do (or not do), and the information he provides prior to your arrival is the best I have ever received before arriving at a property.

The Villa was the perfect setting for us with 6 other couples! We had talked about staying in Tuscany and renting a Villa for a couple of years! When we found, Podere Patrignone, we knew we found the perfect place for us and our friends! It was PERFECT! The sunsets by the pool, the views from the "gathering place" out side and the warm welcome by Simon, Verity and Dawn, were even better than we imagined. The rooms were spacious and comfortable and beautifully decorated. Highly recommend this Villa and location.

It is a wonderful villa in a truly amazing setting! Simon and Verity are terrific hosts and will do anything to help make your stay memorable! It's central location allows for number of great day trips while providing a beautifully secluded setting to come back to every night! Would definitely stay here again!

For our 50th wedding anniversary, we took all of our kids, spouses and grandchildren (15 total) to Italy for two weeks. The seven day stay at Villa Patrigone was the high point of the trip. This is a true Tuscan experience. Now if you are expecting a 4 or 5 star property this is not for you. V, Simon, and Simon's mom have restored a farm house that has been there from probably the 14th century. We stayed in the house part, that has 7 bedrooms. From the house it was the the perfect place to explore all the surrounding villages along with the larger Siena and Florence ( you have to have a car). Take Simon's advice and not try to fill every minute of you stay with site seeing. Sitting by the pool, drinking the house refillable Chianti, while enjoying a perfect sunset, can't be missed. Also don't miss V's dinner if she has it, but trust their restaurant recommendations. We did not have a meal in the region that wasn't a true eating experience. Even the local football club's pizza place. where we watched a couple of European cup matches, had some of the best pizzas I've had ever, and they were 6 to 8 euros for an 18 inch. We are thinking of getting 4 or 5 couples together and returning. One couple we met was back for their 4th visit. Also bring home some great Olive Oil.

We stayed her June 20th until July 5th, 2014 with a group of old friends from Hong Kong. We selected Villa Patrignone due to its great amenities and convenient location. Centrally located in the heart of Chianti between Siena and Florence it gave us a great opportunity to explore Tuscany. The Villa was fantastic, a working olive oil plantation run by a wonderful hospital family. The breakfasts and special dinners hosted by the proprietors were delicious and filling. The never ending flow of local Chianti also was appreciated. Our group of 7 couples had an unforgettable reunion that will be a benchmark for others. Hopefully we will have the chance to return.

Celebrating a special birthday with friends in Tuscany, 13 of us feel so fortunate to have stayed at this amazing villa. The location is perfect for day trips to almost anywhere in Tuscany (a car is a must at this location). The drive in is a little rustic, however adds to the charm of the property. We all looked forward to coming 'home' at the end of a day of sightseeing, relaxing on the terrace or by the pool and sharing the days events with friends and other guests. Or if we needed a little quiet, there are various sitting areas on the property to take in a variety of views. Hosts Simon & Verity (their children and pets) couldn't be more delightful and made our stay truly special. They are always ready to offer suggestions, recommendations or help on visiting the area. The villa is a perfect spot for a large group, or as a bed and breakfast guest. Rooms are spacious and bright. Views are outstanding, and amenities exceed expectations. A weekly meal prepared by Verity was outstanding and great fun. The cooking class with Verity was a highlight for 3 of us as she shared her Tuscan recipes and skill. Thanks Simon and Verity.....We can't wait to return!