We have just enjoyed a wonderful holiday at Michael’s house in Italy. The location was lovely, and the facilities at the house were great for our family of five adults. We made good use of the barbecue and pool. The house was very spacious and having such a lovely, large, pool onsite was a real bonus. There are some really beautiful and interesting places to visit round and about, as well as friendly local tavernas and bars nearer to the house. We had a fantastic time and would love to return. Michael was helpful with information and quick to respond. Thank you.
We had a lovely, relaxing experience in this archetypal Tuscany farmhouse. Quiet, spacious, comfortable, well equipped and secluded. A range of outdoor dining areas and a clean swimming pool. You won’t want to leave. Highly recommend and hoping to be back, it was delightful place.
Casa Molino is a wonderful place for a quiet and relaxing family break The villa is hidden away near the head of a small valley, in a very quiet rural setting – the only sounds we heard were songbirds every morning, small farmers out on their tractors during the day, and nightingales after dark. Fantastic! Casa Molino felt very homely – all the facilities we needed, without any ‘bling’ extras that we didn’t! We enjoyed the different seating areas that allow you to catch (or avoid) the sun at each part of the day. This is clearly Michael’s own, family holiday home and we are grateful for being allowed to share and enjoy it.
Nestled at the crossroads of Tuscany and Umbria, this holiday home is a hidden gem that promises an unforgettable retreat from the ordinary. If you’re seeking a slice of paradise that strikes the perfect balance between seclusion and comfort, look no further. This charming haven offers an experience that’s as enriching as it is rejuvenating. The home’s remote location ensures a tranquil atmosphere, free from the hustle and bustle of modern life. It’s a place where time slows down, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of the Italian countryside. Despite its remoteness, it is still a very good starting point to visit the beautiful cities of Cortona, Arezzo and Perugia (which was our favorite city by far). The highlight of this enchanting escape is undoubtedly the beautiful pool. Surrounded by lush greenery, the pool area feels like your own private oasis. Imagine lazy days spent lounging by the water, sipping on your favorite drink, and basking in the warmth of the Tuscan sun. Beware of the horseflies though, they also seem to like the pool ;). The holiday home itself exudes rustic charm while offering all the modern amenities you could desire. From the cozy living space that invite relaxation to the well-equipped kitchen where you can channel your inner Italian chef, every corner of this abode is designed to make you feel at home. All in all, me, my wife and our 2 children (13 and 6 years old) had a wonderful time here and can highly recommend this place.
Nous avons passé une très belle semaine à casa mulino, Une maison bien isolée au milieu de la campagne Toscane, face a un champ de tabac est entouré de montagnes. À privilégier si on veut passer des vacances tranquilles, il faut prévoir un temps de routes de montagne pour rejoindre les villes alentour. Le confort de la maison est simple, les pièces sont grandes et la piscine grande et très agréable! Nous recommandons sans hésiter!
(We have spent a wonderful week at Casa Mulino, a well isolated house in the Tuscan countryside, where a field of tobacco is surrounded in the mountains. It is privileged to go on quiet holidays, before taking a time on mountain routes to visit the surrounding towns. The comforts of the house are simple, the rooms are large and the swimming pool is large and very pleasant! We would recommend it without hesitation!)
We spent a lot of time not exploring the area compared with our usual holidays ! This was due to both the pool and the lovely ambience of the house. This is a great place for a family especially with older kids. The local area is beautiful with fantastic views for miles. Just relaxing at the villa and eating lovely Italian food was such a great reminder of what holidays should be after these past 2 years of restriction. Would definitely recommend.
wunderbares Ferienhaus mit großem Pool in ruhiger Lage
Wir verbrachten knapp 3 Wochen im August/September in diesem schönen alten Steinhaus mit unseren 2 erwachsenen Kindern. Wir alle haben die Ruhe, das gemütliche Haus und den tollen Pool sehr genossen. In der Küche und den Zimmern findet man alles, was man für schöne Urlaubstage benötigt. Das Haus liegt sehr abseits von größeren Straßen. Man sollte sich nicht vor kurvigen Schottersträßchen und weiten Anfahrtswegen in die nächsten größeren Orte fürchten, wenn man dieses Haus mieten möchte. Der Kontakt zum Vermieter (eMail) war stets sehr schnell und sehr freundlich. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
(Wonderful holiday home with a large pool in a quiet location
We spent almost three weeks in August/September in this beautiful old stone house with our two adult children. We all thoroughly enjoyed the peace and quiet, the cozy house, and the fantastic pool. The kitchen and the rooms have everything you need for a wonderful holiday. The house is located well away from major roads. Don’t be afraid of winding gravel roads and long journeys to the nearest larger towns if you want to rent this house. Contact with the owner (email) was always very quick and friendly. We would be happy to come back.)
Se cerchi un posto isolato dove veramente rilassarti casa Molino è perfetta! La casa è più grande che nelle foto e la piscina è pulita. Abbiamo trovato la casa pulita e ben fornita. Suggerirei solo qualche piccola manutenzione (pavimento intorno alla piscina) e un paio di lettini in più.Grazie Michael a presto!
(If you’re looking for a secluded place to truly relax, Casa Molino is perfect! The house is very large, as pictured, and the pool is neat. We found the house clean and well-stocked. I only suggest some small maintenance (pavement around the pool) and a couple of extra loungers. Thank you, Michael, for your prompt response!)
+ sehr romantisch, wunderschönes Ambiente, Platz für echte Erholung +/- wirklich sehr abgelegen +/- kein Handyempfang – Ausstattung (Küchenutensilien/Pfannen, Fliegengitter, etc.) schon sehr in die Jahre gekommen und tlw. kaputt + wirklich toller, riesengroßer Pool mit schönem Blick auf das Mühlenhaus + Pool wird regelmäßig gepflegt / gereinigt + schöne Ausflugsziele innerhalb einer Autostunde erreichbar + WLAN funktioniert gut, auch für streaming + sehr gute Pizzeria mit nettem Gastgarten im nahegelegenen Ort San Leo Bastia – alle Restaurants öffnen erst um 19h, suboptimal für Kleinkinder + pandemiegeeignet, da so abgeschieden 😉 + Michael ist sehr freundlich und bemüht, hat auch bei Problemen sofort jemanden geschickt um sich darum zu kümmern + alles in allem der (fast) perfekte Urlaub für uns, und wir haben uns endlich wieder mal wirklich gut entspannt, ab von der Hektik des Alltags! (Ideal for those seeking peace and quiet, an escape from everyday life
(+ Very romantic, beautiful ambiance, space for true relaxation +/- Very remote +/- No cell phone reception – Equipment (kitchen utensils/pans, fly screens, etc.) is very dated and partly broken + Really great, huge pool with a beautiful view of the mill house + Pool is regularly maintained/cleaned + Beautiful excursion destinations within an hour’s drive + Wi-Fi works well, even for streaming + Very good pizzeria with a nice outdoor dining area in the nearby town of San Leo Bastia – all restaurants don’t open until 7 p.m., not ideal for small children + Suitable during a pandemic due to its remote location 😉 + Michael is very friendly and helpful, and immediately sent someone to take care of any problems + All in all, the (almost) perfect vacation for us, and we finally had a great time relaxing, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life!)
Schöner Pool und ruhige Lage
(Nice pool and quiet location)
Super schönes Steinhäuschen, einzigartig abgeschiedene Lage, schöner Pool
(Super nice stone cottage, uniquely secluded location, nice pool)
Casa Molino is a wonderful self catering holiday property in a splendid and secluded location. It is ideal for switching off and relaxing. This converted mill with gardens and swimming pool sits in lush and wooded countryside with vistas across and to the head of the river valley. The accommodation is roomy and comfortable and the house, gardens and pool are well kept and maintained. Trestina, the nearest local village, is well equipped for provisions and supplies and there are good choice of restaurants in the vicinity. For cities and towns of cultural and historical interest such as Cortona, Citta di Castello and Gubbio and are with in easy reach by car.
We highly recommend it.
Sehr entspannter Urlaub
(Very relaxed holiday)
Wir hatten eine wirklich nette Woche im Ferienhaus “Casa Molino”. Das Highlight war der wirklich sehr große Pool. Städte wie Cortona, Perugia, Assisi, Gubbio, etc….sind in ca. 1 Stunde mit dem Auto erreichbar. Das Haus liegt relativ abgelegen, ist aber, dank der guten Beschreibung der Wegstrecke durch den Eigentümer, gut zu finden. In der Gegend kann man auch sehr gut Strecken mit dem Mountainbike finden. Für Fahrzeuge mit wenig Bodenfreiheit sind die letzten 100 m vor dem Haus ev. schwer zu bewältigen. Das Haus selbst ist sehr geräumig. Wir waren sehr zufrieden. (We had a really nice week in the holiday home “Casa Molino”. The highlight was the really big pool. Cities such as Cortona, Perugia, Assisi, Gubbio, etc …. can be reached in about 1 hour by car. The house is relatively secluded but, thanks to the good description of the route by the owner, is easy to find. In the area you can also find very good routes by mountain bike. For vehicles with little ground clearance, the last 100 meters in front of the house a little difficult to cope. The house itself is very spacious. We were very satisfied.)
The house is perfect. I can’t imagine what else could be needed for the vacation. Pool is great (both size and depth). Surroundings with fine restaurants and trattorias. I really hope that next year I will spend here at least one week again. Regards.
The house is beautiful. It was very clean and is very peaceful and comfortable with a great pool. We had a great stay at Casa Molino. The house was cool and comfortable, and the pool is perfect. The area is very quiet and peaceful, Finally, the janitor, Giancarlo, was welcoming and friendly. Thank you very much for a lovely stay.
The property was very clean and had everything we needed. The pool was great and the surrounding area was lovely. Very relaxing. Cortona was our favourite town, lovely for meals and shopping. We also visited Assissi a couple of times and went to the lake. A fabulous holiday. Thank you
The cottage is in beautiful and secluded surroundings, with plenty of areas to sit outside and a good sized private pool. The house is larger than we expected, with everything we needed, and excellent WiFi. Owner is very friendly and helpful.
We thoroughly enjoyed our recent stay at Casa Molino, the house is spacious, well maintained and kitted out with most amenities – not having a phone signal, TV or wifi allowed us to spend time as a family playing games and chatting in the evenings so this is the place to go if you want to get away from it all. An occasional trip to the local bar for internet access was all that our teenage children needed to keep in touch with the world and not once did we hear a complaint of boredom. The house was much larger than expected, the pool was a wonderful size and was in sunshine throughout the day, it’s location just a few minutes from a small village and being within easy reach of some larger towns is just perfect as we were able to chill by the pool in between trips to various local attractions with Florence only 1.5-2 hours away. The surrounding countryside was magnificent and the locals extremely friendly, helpful and sympathetic to my (extremely) basic grasp of the Italian language. Michael was very helpful throughout the lead up to our holiday and provided excellent directions and information regarding the property, this was our first trip to Italy and certainly won’t be our last ! Our favourite local place was undoubtedly Cortona, not to be missed, along with a trip to Monte Santa Maria Tiberina for an evening meal watching the sunset in a spectacular (and surprisingly quiet) location. The hour and a half drive to Siena is also well worth the time and effort. Totally exceeded all of our expectations and helped to make this one of the best holidays we have ever had.
This is a lovely property that is completely detached from any noise and bustle with wonderful views of the impressive hills in which it sits. Its not cut off though and is a short drive to the friendly bar with free wifi and phone signal. Good large supermarket a 20 min drive away with smaller ‘proper independent shops’ nearer to hand. A car is a must though. The property is large and has bags of character. The original solid stonework was great for keeping the interior cool from the 36 degree heat outside. The pool was a ‘god send’ and perfect size allowing all four of us to swim with ease – and to have fun diving in and splashing around. The kitchen and shaded patio were great for evening meals and for retreat if the poolside got too hot to handle. Bedrooms are large and house could potentially accommodate more if bedding and wc/bathroom allowed. The owners were so lovely and helpful and I will definitely be recommending this property to anyone I can! My daughters one concern was (thanks to google) wildlife. (bugs, snakes, scorpions). The reality is – don’t be concerned. We saw 2 scorpions (tiny things that could easily be shooshed out the door), one small snake on the way back from the pool that shot off as soon as it saw us, and lots of tiny and very sweet lizards that copied the snake and made themselves scarce. There were wild boars in the fields next to us and we watched as they seemed to find something nice to eat amongst the crops. The farmer didn’t seem happy with them in any event. Again the closest we got was on an early morning run when one shot across the road in front of us but made off as soon as it saw us. This is the perfect get away from it all property in our view. You may travel a bit further from the airport to this house but its by far the best location for landscape, hill towns (Gubbio and Arrezo were real finds) etc without the hoards of tourists. We had a lovely two weeks.
We booked the house for a relaxing honeymoon/holiday and it was perfect. Lovely quiet location with all the amenities we needed. The pool is great ( but bring plenty of insect repellent). You need a car and the drive is steep but the grounds are lovely. We took our two children with us and there was plenty if space and room for more. Michael is a pleasure to deal with and the locals are very friendly. We were even visited by some of the local dogs, who were friendly. Would definitely recommend this house.
Recommended for: Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway, Families with Teenagers.
I’ve stayed at this lovely old mill house house several times over the past few years, always in the summer. It’s surrounded by agricultural land and wooded hills so is quite quiet and there are some pleasant walks nearby. The bookshelves are well stocked and there’s plenty of space in the house and garden. The drive is steep but manageable, and the E45, about thirty minutes’ drive away, makes it easy to get to Perugia and other towns in the region. The owner is a pleasure to deal with, as is Giancarlo, who visits regularly to clean and maintain the swimming pool. Altogether, it’s a delightful place to stay.
Four of us stayed here for a week, myself, my wife and our two adult children. The weather was good so we spent every day bar one at the house, at the pool! The peace and quiet and privacy nestling in the wooded hills was too good. The house was refreshingly cool during the day. It was larger than we expected too, a really pleasant space to potter around. We ventured out in the evenings and found some good places to eat and shop. San Leo Bastia is friendly and both bars have wifi. Our one day out was to Citta di Castello. We stumbled on a small restaurant there which served the most delicious food. Could have spent much more time exploring the town. All in all, a week I’d gladly repeat.
Recommended for: Age 55+, Romantic Getaway, Families with Teenagers.