Italy is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world. In 2016, it was classified as the fifth most visited country in international tourism arrivals. Today, its tourist industry is still booming and the reasons are many. The country is believed to have more World Heritage Sites than any other country in the world! Its glorious Roman empire, which emerged from the 8th century, was once the political, cultural and economical dominating power in the Mediterranean Basin. Home to famous scholars and artists like Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci, Italy has provided fine architecture and masterpieces over the years. Undoubtedly, Italy’s sublime historical architecture, top class cuisine, trendy fashion capital Milan, and the picturesque rolling hills of Tuscany have attracted countless travel enthusiasts from all around the world. One of its most popular cities is the medieval Siena, which is known for its historic center and renaissance art. Colle di Val d’Elsa, which is a commune in Siena, is nestled on a high and evocative hillock, offering strikingly beautiful landscapes of Tuscany. Colle di Val d'Elsa is a perfect destination for visitors seeking to explore Italy’s exquisite crystal museum, olive plantations, vineyards, and scrumptious cuisine. Check out our list of the top 10 Airbnb vacation rentals In Colle di Val d'Elsa, Italy below:
1. Convenient apartment set in bright colors (from USD 88)
Situated near transportation facilities and supermarket, this brightly colored apartment invites two guests for a tranquil vacation. It is an ideal spot to start exploring the beautiful town of Siena. Convenient and cozy aptly describe this place where you will get to enjoy the spacious bedroom. Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, dishwasher, air-conditioning, TV, and free WiFi connection.
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a modest apartment with an amazing view of the old town from the balconyfully equipped kitchen with good refrigerator complete with freezer gas stove and electric oven dishwasherwe are lucky to have chosen vito's apartmenteverything worked well and the bedroom air conditioner was a nice surprisethe apartment is excellent located and has a beautiful view of the ancient townCleanliness:
it is nice and cleanvery clean and we have everything we nead insidea nice and very clean place to stay when you want to visit tuscanythe house is sparkling clean with an ample kitchen large bathroom and comfortable bedvito is very helpful and provides a clean and practical flatHost:
vito was a perfect hostvito is a wonderful hostvito was a great hostvito was a wonderful host and was always very helpfulvito and his family were the truly 'super hosts' and made us feel like part of the familyRead more reviewsLocation:
great central location for touring tge tuscan countrysidethe location is great to explore tuscanyclose to get to other places like siena san gimignano and monteriggionisome great walks nearby and the supermarket is a two minute walk awaynot too crowded with us tourists but in the middle of all the interesting places
2. Antique apartment in historical town (from USD 68)
This antique apartment is very spacious and comfortable. It can easily accommodate up to four guests. It features a beautiful combination of antique and modern styles. The apartment has two large bedrooms consisting of a double bed with two single beds, two bathrooms with shower and a bathtub, a dining room, large living room, kitchenette, and a small reading room. The terrace overlooks a beautiful view of the village and the surrounding mountains.
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laura has taken great care to create a space that is both authentic useable and comfortablea beautiful apartment inside a castle with a great viewthe apartment is rustic but with all the amenities required for a comfortable staythe apartment itself is a very unique place to stay with a beautiful viewthe apartment is terrific and has everything you will need to be very comfortableCleanliness:
the apartment clean and beautifulthis place is clean and tidyflat was clean and had everything you would needit was clean and spacious and had everything you could ask forit is a quiet clean and lovely houseHost:
lovely host as wellgracious host highly recommendthey were very friendly and welcominggreat host and loved the stayhost was helpful friendly and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is a brief walk to restaurants bakeries wine bars and cute little shopsthe location is perfect since the village is very quiet and with few touristsit is in such a great location in a beautiful part of tuscanyyou can find some shopping several excellent restaurants and a wonderful enoteca (wine shop)there are easy bus connections to siena and san gimignano
3. Chic apartment with stylish interior (from USD 75)
This renovated chic apartment invites discerning guests to a relaxing and absolutely comfortable stay. The interior decor has a peculiar touch with its modern furniture and orange cupboards, thus creating a beautiful contrast with the white stone walls. The apartment can accommodate two to four guests as there are two bedrooms and a private bathroom. There is a large living room with a fully equipped kitchen. The terrace gives a lovely view of the neighborhood.
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it was comfortable with everything you would needit was comfortable with everything you would needthe apartment was amazing and done with style and love for every detailCleanliness:
nice apartment clean and well equippedapartment was clean fully stocked and the terrace was greatthe apartment was great very clean and well equippedthis cozy little apartment was very clean and comfortable for uscosy flat very cleanHost:
the hosts were very kind and communicativenice and helpful hoststhe best hosts we’ve ever hadhosts are very warm and kindvery helpful hosts doing all to address your needsRead more reviewsLocation:
location good for excursions in tuscanyvery well located between the old and new town (walkable distance)location - excellent in the heart of tuscany in a small hill town with easy drive in every directionthe space is cute and the location is awesomebeautiful place at a very nice location would highly recommend
4. Modern apartment overlooks the countryside
Located in the laid-back countryside, this modern apartment is designed with wooden beams and bricks. It can easily accommodate four guests in its two bedrooms that have a modern look. The large living room is filled with natural light. It has brightly colored sofas. There is a fully equipped kitchen, and the bathroom is designed with a striking blue theme. The terrace overlooks a gorgeous garden.
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beatrice's place is very comfortable with all the necessary amenities situated within walking distance of a beautiful historic townour stay could not have been any better we were met and shown around an absolutely lovely apartmentCleanliness:
it is a beautiful apartment very cleanthe appartment is comfortable clean and is pretty well furnished (towels soap cooking equipment washing machine dishwasher hairdryerthis nicely decorated super clean place with all nice details fulfilled fully the expectations we hadHost:
our hosts were very welcomingthe host was very helpful diring our staybeatrice was very helpful and friendlygerardo and beatrice were fantastic hostsbeatrice is very friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is also goodnear the old city and the downtown but very quiet and friendlyit is a perfect location to be based in for touring around tuscanyplease note that the tomtom brings you to a place which is a bit before the actual airbnbwe recommend this place for sure
5. Antique yet chic cottage
There is a homely feeling to this antique yet chic cottage, which reflects the medieval touch of the area. The living and dining room will surely make you feel cozy and comfortable, all thanks to its unique interior decor. The interior has brick and stone walls with wooden roofs. The furniture is old-fashioned yet has a sophisticated look. Unwind on the large couch and feel the smooth floor carpet. The highlight of the place is the terrace, which overlooks contrasting landscapes—the nearby verdant vegetation and the golden fields in the distance. This is where you will like to have your delicious breakfast or chill with a glass of wine. The perk of staying here is you get the chance to learn making traditional Italian pizza on a wooden oven.
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the patio off the kitchen is peaceful with a great view of a hillside farmthe apartment is better looking than the photosrooms are very large with amazing views from the two terraces and the kitchen and bedroom windowsinternet access was spotty in this room (being a huge underground vault not surprised)every room is uniquely decorated and the backyard has an amazing viewCleanliness:
just so clean has everything you needeverything is super clean and the kitchen is incrediblethe apartment is very nice and cleani loved the freshly ironed cotton sheets the apartment was very clean toosara and cesare’s place was amazing very clean and memorableHost:
cesare was a wonderful hostcesare was a great hostcesar was so welcoming and kindgracious and helpful hostscesare is also a brilliant host and made us feel extremely welcomeRead more reviewsLocation:
location the bestfree park lots are nearit is central to many attractionsit’s a great locationit’s location is equally charming and quaint
6. Rustic and chic accommodation with fantastic landscape view
By staying in this beautiful apartment, you will instantly feel comfortable and enjoy the village feel. The accommodation is set in a quiet and serene atmosphere—perfect for an intimate getaway. The large bedroom is comfortable and has a huge window where you can admire the fantastic surroundings. There is an en-suite bathroom, which comes with chic white furniture. The spacious kitchen’s interior roof is designed with wood and bricks. The white kitchen cupboards and white sofas complement the pale color tone of the unit. A free and safe parking area is available. Nearby facilities include restaurants, supermarkets, and strolling areas.
7. Modern and contemporary house with basic facilities
This contemporary and modern house is conveniently located in the center of Colle di Val d’ Elsa where transportation facilities are available. The roof and terrace of the accommodation are adorned with greeneries. Enjoy the modern and spacious bedrooms. The living room is decorated with gorgeous carpets and antique paintings.
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the flat is equibed with a kitch with all kitchen tools you need to make a good mealCleanliness:
very clean very well decorated and super modernit's very clean and fully equippedthis apartment is very nice and cleanthe house is as seen in the pictures: spacious comfortable cleanreally a great apartment: spacious modern clean well equipped and well locatedHost:
the host duccio it's very nice and accommodating all your requestthe layout is modern and the hosts were helpfulduccio stefano was a wonderful host even leaving me a bottle of wineRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for a perfect apartmentperfect flat in perfect locationa lovely comfortable flat in a great locationthis is a wonderful apartment in a handy placestefano apartment is a wonderful place which is easy to discover san gimignano and chianti region
8. Old house in an enchanting surrounding
Experience an authentic historical atmosphere by staying in this old house in the midst of a century-old olive, and cypress trees, rolling verdant hills and ancient vineyards. This is an ideal place to relax in a serene environment. The house is nestled in a farm inhabited by the host and his family. The accommodation is available for four guests. Basic facilities will provide you with a comfortable stay.
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beautiful kitchen and open living room with plenty of space for 2 peoplethe apartment was wonderfully rustic well equipped and authentic and we would love to return againwe had a terrific time in a charming stone cottage with a full kitchenCleanliness:
charming clean and well appointed accomodationthe house is authentic really clean and really neatplace is furnished very well everything was very cleanHost:
the hosts were friendly and thoughtfullovely hosts beautiful grounds and friendly catslovely historic & period building fantastic hosts and breakfastthe hospitality from the family was wonderful very friendly and welcoming we would certainly recommendthe host was very friendly and gave us local travel tips despite the language barrierRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in the middle of an olive grovethe location is very nice as wellthis is such a special locationthis apartment was beautiful it's a few minutes from the villages on a really quiet locationcharming property; definitely walk around
9. Antique apartment with enchanting landscapes
The spacious living room is sleek and elegant. It is presented in a contemporary style yet reflecting an antique look with its wooden roof and brown floor tiles. There are windows that overlook the enchanting landscapes of the area. The adjoining kitchen is fully equipped. The bedroom and bathroom have a distinct bluish color, which gives off a rejuvenating feeling. The apartment can easily accommodate three guests. Amenities include a large wardrobe, linens, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and direct access to WiFi connection.
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the apartment was nicely decorated and every window had spectacular views into the tuscany landscapewonderful contained apartment in the castle with sweeping views over the countrysidewe would recommend gabrieles apartments to our friends and familythe apartment is in a wonderful part of the old town with great viewsthe only problem is that the shower cabin is quite small but it's definitely not a deal breakerCleanliness:
the apartment is very clean and well appointed - the only drawback is the bathroom is very smallgabriele keeps the apt very clean and all of the amenities are available in the apartmentgabriele’s flat was absolutely perfect comfortable clean well-equipped near the centerHost:
gabriele was a fantastic host and made us feel very welcomegabriele was a great host recommending places to have a nice meal and taking care of parking permitshe is a great host and i recommend his place and his restaurant which was deliciousgabriele was very friendly and helpfulgabrielle was very friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location - walking distance to many shops and restaurantsthe location is beautiful and the town is even more socolle is an ideal location for exploring the surrounding areas in beautiful tuscanya wonderful stay the flat was incredible and the location was breathtakingand i strongly recommend gabriele's crystal shop
10. Stylish antique house in the center of Colle di Val d'Elsa
Sleek, modern yet with an antique touch, this stylish house is set in white and purple colors. The interior of the house has been restored where traces of ancient structures can still be seen. It has modern furniture such as cupboards, wardrobes, and sofas. For a natural touch, fresh flowers adorn the living room. The accommodation is available for four guests. It includes two bedrooms equipped with linens, a large wardrobe, and flat screen TV. Expect a friendly and hospitable host.
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the apartment is a beautifully restored medieval lodging with every modern convenience and tastefully decorated2 very comfortable bedrooms and a lovely living room and kitchenwe were welcomed with some fruit and small breakfast items for next morningfantastic apartment in the beautiful old townCleanliness:
very clean and spaciousthe space was clean and welcomingthe house is very clean stocked with necessitiesthe apartment is clean organized and beautifulthe apartment was very nice and cleanHost:
gabriele was a great hosthe is a very kind and gracious hostgabriele was a very gracious hostgabriele is a great host very friendly kind and helpfulhe is lovely and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location very close to the lift that brings you from "downtown"we also dined at his restaurant which was close and goodthe village was very quaint and we loved wandering the many streets and alleysvery easy to get to san gimignano siena and other places in the areawow this place is completely enchanting
The sublime town of Colle di Val d’Elsa
Experience outstanding Italian hospitality by staying in this historic town, which will certainly sweep you off your feet. Book one of the top 10 Airbnb vacation rentals In Colle di Val d'Elsa, Italy as listed here.
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