The purpose of our visit was to re-visit our roots and family in Italy. We wanted something centrally located in Italy, close to the autostrada's , yet to be able to experience the local ambiance of the smaller cities. When we arrived and the gates opened to Cosoli it was spectacular. The villa overlooks a massive olive grove but yet surrounded by an incredible view of surrounding vineyards and small cities in the distance. The interior is beautifully decorated and you feel as though you are walking through history with the massive library's of books, and other artifacts from the owners travels. The kitchen is very well appropriated with everything to enjoy a fantastic Italian meal. Our favorite was the brick oven and courtyard in which we enjoyed the majority of the meals during our stay. Most the bedrooms overlook the olive groves and at night you could hear the wild boars in the fields below. The pool was cool and refreshing and enjoyed most every afternoon. We did not have small children with us on this trip but the Bambino Village would have been a favorite. We experienced three "la bella lunas" during our stay which with a bottle of the local Chianti would sit for hours watching the amazing sunsets and the beauty of a full moon. It go's without saying their are some very fine wines in this area. The small surrounding towns are a must, as they offer fantastic food (Volpia-BarUcci's my favorite) and many more close by,wine festivals, shopping and farmers markets for your fresh vegetables and many other options. The local grocery store known as the "coop" has a "live" butcher, fresh bread and most everything else that is available to us in the States. Can't miss the local monastery and church's from the 10th century that are a must and very close by. We were lucky enough to be within 1 hour of Sienna where we were able to enjoy Il Palio, a must for first timers to the area but only two times a year it is ran. We had a painting done by a local artist of a picture my husband took of Panzano which hangs in our formal dining room and a constant reminder of what a beautiful area to visit. I encourage you to travel to the big cities as most are within hours but nothing compares to the smaller towns that surround Cosoli. The villa respects that you treat this as your home and enjoy the beauty that the owners have afforded you.