Villa Santa Chiara is a recently renovated apartment in Siena where guests can make the most of its pool with a view, fitness center, and garden. With garden views, this accommodation offers a patio. There's a sun terrace and guests can make use of free Wifi, free private parking, and an electric vehicle charging station. All units at the apartment complex come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. A dishwasher, an oven, and microwave are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, units come with bed linen and towels. Guests can make the most of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. You can play table tennis at the apartment. With an outdoor fireplace and a picnic area, this apartment offers plenty of opportunities to wind down. Popular points of interest near Villa Santa Chiara include Piazza del Campo, San Cristoforo Church, and Palazzo Chigi-Saracini. The nearest airport is Florence Airport, 48 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 3:
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
7.5
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  • Jackie
    United States of America United States of America
    We loved our time at Villa Santa Chiara! Anna, Mario, and Claudia were wonderful hosts. It’s a perfect location to walk to Siena and explore all of Tuscany. Beautiful grounds, views, and accommodations!
  • Alejandra
    United States of America United States of America
    The views of Siena and the countryside were picture perfect. Beautiful!
  • Lidia
    United States of America United States of America
    The property location was excellent a short walk to Siena city center. The views are beautiful and the grounds are beautiful. The hosts were amazing people, and took really good care of us!

Hosted by Anna Bernabei Biondi Santi

9.2
9.2
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Anna Bernabei Biondi Santi
Fully renewed 17th-century Tuscan Villa on a hilltop 15' walk from downtown Siena. Private park, swimming pool, SPA, Finnish sauna, 500 olive trees producing biological extra-virgin olive oil. Superb view: to the south Tuscan hills, to the north Siena's skyline. Our guests enjoy the calm and silence of a mansion within walking distance from Siena's Medieval center, Upon request exclusive meals, cooking classes and wine tasting sessions. Anna , the owner, remembers: "My father Luigi, back in 1985, decided to convert the ancient Villa into a 5-apartment mansion: two apartments went to the family, including his beloved daughter, little Anna. The remaining 3 apartments became a holiday resort for foreign tourists. Dad was positive that the city-country location was a winning asset for a holiday house in Tuscany. He was right. Now, I have just renewed all the apartments, added modern amenities, enhanced the outdoor spaces, hoping to follow my father's footprints." For our guests only: swimming pool (under 12 only if accompanied by an adult) with exclusive beach beds, chairs, sun umbrella Finnish sauna, SPA (check dates and hrs) fitness area game area trail inside the property exclusive gazebo with fully equipped BBQ exclusive garden lounge with a view on Siena fireplace with a view on the countryside
“We are tightly attached to the soil”: Anna Bernabei Biondi Santi, property owner, on life at Villa Santa Chiara. “Whenever I think of myself, I cannot help but think that my family is tightly attached to the soil”, muses Anna, her bright blue eyes lost over the seemingly endless landscape to the south of Villa Santa Chiara, a 17th century building. Now it is home to her and her eldest daughter Claudia who is a tour guide of Siena, as well as hosting tourists from around the world. Anna’s mother came from nearby Montalcino, one of those small medieval towns that dot the Tuscan landscape and define it just like hills, cypresses, vineyards do. In Montalcino the Biondi Santi family invented Brunello wine. Through many decades, the name Biondi Santi itself meant Brunello. Anna’s cousin, Simonetta, still produces an award-winning Brunello. Today, in her own property Anna produces olive oil which she sells to friends and guests of the villa. Thanks to the quality of the soil, her oil, after many taste tests, has been recognized as one of extremely high quality. The olive trees were planted by Anna’s father, whose father in 1917 bought the building.Anna is a gynecologist by training.
The Villa is located in Derna, a small, quiet neighborhood by the ancient city walls. In 5’ one can reach the Porta Romana gate, then a 15' walk leads to Piazza del Campo, Siena's heart. In the opposite direction a pleasant stroll on the Certosa Road leads to the ancient Certosa di Maggiano abbey (today a restaurant and a hotel). The road twists and turns among the gorgeous Tuscan hills, and offers a great view on the iconic skyline of Medieval Siena. On the main road in front of the Villa (2' walk) one can find the Bottega di Nonno Mario, a small but well-stocked supermarket. The twin sisters who own the supermarket prepare tasty Tuscan dishes one can eat there or take away. The Bottega is a bar and tobacconist too. On the same street bikes are available for rent.
Languages spoken: English,French,Italian

Area info

Amenities of Villa Santa Chiara
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Spa
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Garden
Common Areas
  • Chapel/Shrine
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Additional charge
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Solarium
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Ping-pong
Outdoor & View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Safe
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • French
  • Italian

House rules

Villa Santa Chiara takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Damage policy

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to EUR 1000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

The use of the spa and the jacuzzi after the first time has an extra charge of 30€ for half an hour

Guest must book the spa and jacuzzi 24 hours before they want to use it

Please inform Villa Santa Chiara of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to € 1,000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

FAQs about Villa Santa Chiara

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Villa Santa Chiara is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Villa Santa Chiara is 0.7 miles from the center of Siena. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Villa Santa Chiara (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

    • 4 guests
    • 5 guests
    • 6 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, Villa Santa Chiara is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Villa Santa Chiara (subject to availability) that have:

    • 2 bedrooms
    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Villa Santa Chiara offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Ping-pong
    • Solarium
    • Foot massage
    • Themed dinners
    • Back massage
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Fitness
    • Swimming pool
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Hand massage
    • Walking tours
    • Neck massage
    • Happy hour
    • Head massage
    • Cooking class
    • Spa facilities
    • Full-body massage
    • Spa/Wellness packages

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Villa Santa Chiara on this page.

  • The prices at Villa Santa Chiara may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.