Very nice place. Very nice owners. Many other towns and villages near: Florence, San Gimignano, Siena, Voltera, Chianti hills and many more. Best food.

The service we received was faultless, nothing was too much trouble. The rooms were basically furnished but if we needed anything we only had to ask. It was easy to find with good restaurants and shops within a short car ride. It is a good central point for Florence, Pisa, Lucca and Sienna although we prefered to stay locally most of the time to enjoy the surrounding countryside and small villages. The sunny balcony was great for breakfast and lunch or just to relax as was the swimming pool area.

October was quiet not many other guests there but we didn't mind this. The position of the accommodation is in a quiet village in beautiful countryside. The autumn colours were outstanding.
When we arrived Stefania was really welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. There was a vase of roses on our table which I thought was a nice touch. The apartment consisted of a small kitchen dinning room a small shower room and large bedroom. As it was cool at night we didn't sit out so it did seem a little cramped in the kitchen but sitting at the table in summer in the evening I can imagine would be really nice. The shower was in a strange position and I think that room design needs a re-think. I really like a bath so was a little disappointed that there wasn't one.
We had a car ( a must as you are too far from the supermarket to walk) and was in easy driving of all the famous towns and cities. When not sight seeing we went walking - Stefania gave a walking map of the area which took us to some really beautiful out of the way places. The weather was mainly good until the last day when 'winter had arrived' and it rained. As we holiday a lot off season it is something you are prepared for. I would recommend this time of year as the tourist places are reasonably quiet and the cooler weather is ideal for sightseeing. We were made very welcome and really enjoyed our stay.

We were looking for a country retreat from which we could go to the surounding towns including Sienna. In santa Maria we found a very affordable base from where we traveled to all the towns and villages. We also took many fantastic walks in the surrounding countryside. The local shop, to which we walked (about 10ks) then delivered all out groceries to the villa for us...great friendly service with all the Tuscan flavour to imerse yourself into...we will be back.