ORGANIC AGRITURISMO – ACCOMMODATIONS FOR UP TO 20 GUESTS
Cretaiole is our family’s original agriturismo farmhouse that has helped independent travelers fall in love with the Val d’Orcia. Arranged in seven charming apartments–from cozy studio to spacious three bedrooms–Cretaiole offers you classic countryside living with the perfect balance of independence and community. This is where Luciano tends his vegetable garden, where we host our weekly “pici night” longtable dinner, and where you can stroll among our family vineyard and olive grove.
Accommodation | Sleeps | Bedrooms | Bathrooms | Full Kitchen | Kitchenette | Living/Dining area |
Entire Farmhouse | 20 | 10 | ||||
La Casa del Contadino | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | |
Il Granaio with L’Ovile | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | |
La Caciaia | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
L’Oliviera | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
Il Granaio | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
La Cantina | 2 | Studio | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
Il Pollaio | 2 | Studio | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
L’Ovile | 2 | Double Room | 1 |
GENERAL AMENITIES
ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND AMENITIES PROVIDED UPON REQUEST
Generally, our apartments are rented on a weekly basis, Saturday to Saturday, from April through early November. From mid-November until mid-March (except for Christmas and New Year time) we require only a three-night minimum stay. During these months we provide our same great service; however, the Dolce Vita stay is replaced with a Dolce Sosta stay offering, which includes a variety of activities depending on availability.
Please feel free at any time to inquire about any length of stay—especially if your travel is imminent—to see if we have last-minute availability or if you would like to be put on a waiting list.
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT TIME
You may check in from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Check-out time is by 10:00 am.
CANCELLATION POLICY
In the unfortunate event that you need to cancel all or part of your reservation, these are the conditions:
From | To | Cancellation Fee |
Date of booking | Up to 12 weeks before arrival date | 30% of total rent — In this time frame we give to you the opportunity to apply the fee toward another reservation within one year of your original dates of travel for the same apartment and for the same length of stay. Unused credit may not be transferred or sold in any manner to another person. |
Less than 12 weeks before arrival date | Up to 8 weeks before arrival | 30% of total rent |
Less than 8 weeks before arrival date | Up to 4 weeks before arrival date | 50% total rent |
Less than 4 weeks before arrival date | Up to 2 weeks before arrival date | 60% total rent |
Less than 2 weeks before arrival date | Up to one day before arrival date | 75% total rent |
No show | 100% of total rent | |
For late arrivals or early departures | 100% of total rent |
Upstairs spacious four-room apartment with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths.
La Casa del Contadino is the largest apartment at Cretaiole and was the main living area of the farmers who lived for centuries in this ancient farmhouse. There are gorgeous views in nearly all directions from this Tuscan hilltop aerie—views of the magnificent Val d’Orcia, the lands and garden of Cretaiole, the interior courtyard of the farmhouse—and from the high landing you will be enthralled with the sunset view over the fields of Tuscany.
The availability of this apartment makes Agriturismo Cretaiole a perfect place to stay with friends and family. Booking early is a must to reserve this one-of-a-kind apartment.
This apartment has a large country kitchen with a huge open fireplace and an enormous banquet table that can accommodate up to 12 people. Everything you need to prepare delicious meals is here: an electric oven with stovetop, a travertine marble sink, toaster, microwave, electric tea kettle, a large capacity refrigerator with freezer, and automatic dishwasher.
This very breezy apartment, with its triple exposure, has three comfortable bedrooms, each furnished with roomy queen-sized beds, and one with an additional twin bed.
There are two bathrooms complete with built-in showers. One bathroom is located within one bedroom (as a master bedroom) and the other very spacious bathroom is at the end of the corridor.
GENERAL AMENITIES
ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND AMENITIES PROVIDED UPON REQUEST
Generally, our apartments are rented on a weekly basis, Saturday to Saturday, from April through early November. From mid-November until mid-March (except for Christmas and New Year time) we require only a three-night minimum stay. During these months we provide our same great service; however, the Dolce Vita stay is replaced with a Dolce Sosta stay offering, which includes a variety of activities depending on availability.
Please feel free at any time to inquire about any length of stay—especially if your travel is imminent—to see if we have last-minute availability or if you would like to be put on a waiting list.
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT TIME
You may check in from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Check-out time is by 10:00 am.
CANCELLATION POLICY
In the unfortunate event that you need to cancel all or part of your reservation, these are the conditions:
From | To | Cancellation Fee |
Date of booking | Up to 12 weeks before arrival date | 30% of total rent — In this time frame we give to you the opportunity to apply the fee toward another reservation within one year of your original dates of travel for the same apartment and for the same length of stay. Unused credit may not be transferred or sold in any manner to another person. |
Less than 12 weeks before arrival date | Up to 8 weeks before arrival | 30% of total rent |
Less than 8 weeks before arrival date | Up to 4 weeks before arrival date | 50% total rent |
Less than 4 weeks before arrival date | Up to 2 weeks before arrival date | 60% total rent |
Less than 2 weeks before arrival date | Up to one day before arrival date | 75% total rent |
No show | 100% of total rent | |
For late arrivals or early departures | 100% of total rent |
Three-room, ground-floor apartment with 2 separate bedroom/bathroom, and central living/dining/ kitchen area.
As the name of this apartment implies, our two accommodations called “Il Granaio” and “L’Ovile” can be combined with an interior adjoining door to create a perfect apartment for up to 4 people. The portion of Il Granaio is located where the grain and farm tools were stored in the original farmhouse built in 1300. L’Ovile was originally a small, enclosed pen for small farm animals to feed and bed down. The thick walls and placement of this apartment within the farmhouse keep it cool and comfortable during the warm summer months.
Views from this apartment are of the panoramic valley looking towards Pienza. The two bedroom suites are spacious, and separated by the kitchen/living area. The large, fully-equipped kitchen has everything you need to prepare delicious meals: an electric oven with stovetop, a travertine marble sink, toaster, microwave, electric tea kettle, and a large capacity refrigerator with freezer, and automatic dishwasher. The living area includes a dining table for four.
A comfortable loveseat faces a beautiful brick and stone fireplace that creates a charming, cozy atmosphere.
The bedroom suites have queen-sized beds (however, the one of L’Ovile may be prepared with two twin beds if you prefer). There is room to add a crib for those traveling with an infant. Each bedroom has its own bathroom with shower, one of which is wheelchair-accessible.
GENERAL AMENITIES
ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND AMENITIES PROVIDED UPON REQUEST
Generally, our apartments are rented on a weekly basis, Saturday to Saturday, from April through early November. From mid-November until mid-March (except for Christmas and New Year time) we require only a three-night minimum stay. During these months we provide our same great service; however, the Dolce Vita stay is replaced with a Dolce Sosta stay offering, which includes a variety of activities depending on availability.
Please feel free at any time to inquire about any length of stay—especially if your travel is imminent—to see if we have last-minute availability or if you would like to be put on a waiting list.
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT TIME
You may check in from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Check-out time is by 10:00 am.
CANCELLATION POLICY
In the unfortunate event that you need to cancel all or part of your reservation, these are the conditions:
From | To | Cancellation Fee |
Date of booking | Up to 12 weeks before arrival date | 30% of total rent — In this time frame we give to you the opportunity to apply the fee toward another reservation within one year of your original dates of travel for the same apartment and for the same length of stay. Unused credit may not be transferred or sold in any manner to another person. |
Less than 12 weeks before arrival date | Up to 8 weeks before arrival | 30% of total rent |
Less than 8 weeks before arrival date | Up to 4 weeks before arrival date | 50% total rent |
Less than 4 weeks before arrival date | Up to 2 weeks before arrival date | 60% total rent |
Less than 2 weeks before arrival date | Up to one day before arrival date | 75% total rent |
No show | 100% of total rent | |
For late arrivals or early departures | 100% of total rent |
Upstairs three-room apartment, with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen and living area
La Caciaia is perfect place for families with up to 2 children. It is located upstairs where the original farm family members lived and where they stored their cheese.
Spectacular views from this second-floor apartment are of the panoramic valley looking towards Pienza as well as over the grounds and garden of Cretaiole. If you enjoy being up high with great views—La Caciaia is your perfect place to stay!
The country kitchen includes a cozy corner fireplace, a countertop area for food preparation, a “sofa for two”, and a large dining table. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need to prepare and serve delicious meals: an electric oven with stovetop, a travertine marble sink, toaster, microwave, electric tea kettle, a large capacity refrigerator with freezer.
The master bedroom with beamed ceiling has a queen-sized bed. The second bedroom, which is smaller, is separated from the master bedroom by the living area, has both an oversized twin bed and a regular twin-sized bed.
La Caciaia has a spacious bathroom complete with built-in shower that has been custom-designed to fit within the original contours of the farmhouse.
GENERAL AMENITIES
ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND AMENITIES PROVIDED UPON REQUEST
Generally, our apartments are rented on a weekly basis, Saturday to Saturday, from April through early November. From mid-November until mid-March (except for Christmas and New Year time) we require only a three-night minimum stay. During these months we provide our same great service; however, the Dolce Vita stay is replaced with a Dolce Sosta stay offering, which includes a variety of activities depending on availability.
Please feel free at any time to inquire about any length of stay—especially if your travel is imminent—to see if we have last-minute availability or if you would like to be put on a waiting list.
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT TIME
You may check in from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Check-out time is by 10:00 am.
CANCELLATION POLICY
In the unfortunate event that you need to cancel all or part of your reservation, these are the conditions:
From | To | Cancellation Fee |
Date of booking | Up to 12 weeks before arrival date | 30% of total rent — In this time frame we give to you the opportunity to apply the fee toward another reservation within one year of your original dates of travel for the same apartment and for the same length of stay. Unused credit may not be transferred or sold in any manner to another person. |
Less than 12 weeks before arrival date | Up to 8 weeks before arrival | 30% of total rent |
Less than 8 weeks before arrival date | Up to 4 weeks before arrival date | 50% total rent |
Less than 4 weeks before arrival date | Up to 2 weeks before arrival date | 60% total rent |
Less than 2 weeks before arrival date | Up to one day before arrival date | 75% total rent |
No show | 100% of total rent | |
For late arrivals or early departures | 100% of total rent |
Spacious ground-floor apartment with 1 bedroom, 1 bath, and large living and kitchen area
L’Oliviera is located where the cattle were stabled in the original farmhouse built in 1300. The thick stone walls and placement of this apartment keep it cool and comfortable during the warm summer months.
This large apartment is perfect for two people who desire the most in terms of comfort, space and ambiance, or a family with one or two small children that desire a comfortable apartment at a reasonable rate.
The living room has a spectacular arched window that overlooks the courtyard providing lots of light to the living area. The deeply vaulted brick walls and coved ceiling create special atmosphere. A large, comfortable double sofa bed faces a magnificent, rounded fireplace, creating a luxurious space to enjoy yourself, especially on crisp autumn nights.
L’Oliviera has a large, attractive separate kitchen area, and is perfect for those who enjoy cooking when relaxing on their vacations. Its fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to prepare delicious meals: an electric oven with stovetop, a travertine marble sink, toaster, microwave, electric tea kettle, and apartment-sized refrigerator. Its country kitchen includes a large dining table.
The spacious, separate bedroom has a large queen-sized bed. The window overlooks the yard and garden, perfect for watching the children and kittens at play.
L’Oliviera has a small but beautiful bathroom complete with built-in shower that has been custom-designed to fit within the original contours of the farmhouse.
GENERAL AMENITIES
ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND AMENITIES PROVIDED UPON REQUEST
Generally, our apartments are rented on a weekly basis, Saturday to Saturday, from April through early November. From mid-November until mid-March (except for Christmas and New Year time) we require only a three-night minimum stay. During these months we provide our same great service; however, the Dolce Vita stay is replaced with a Dolce Sosta stay offering, which includes a variety of activities depending on availability.
Please feel free at any time to inquire about any length of stay—especially if your travel is imminent—to see if we have last-minute availability or if you would like to be put on a waiting list.
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT TIME
You may check in from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Check-out time is by 10:00 am.
CANCELLATION POLICY
In the unfortunate event that you need to cancel all or part of your reservation, these are the conditions:
From | To | Cancellation Fee |
Date of booking | Up to 12 weeks before arrival date | 30% of total rent — In this time frame we give to you the opportunity to apply the fee toward another reservation within one year of your original dates of travel for the same apartment and for the same length of stay. Unused credit may not be transferred or sold in any manner to another person. |
Less than 12 weeks before arrival date | Up to 8 weeks before arrival | 30% of total rent |
Less than 8 weeks before arrival date | Up to 4 weeks before arrival date | 50% total rent |
Less than 4 weeks before arrival date | Up to 2 weeks before arrival date | 60% total rent |
Less than 2 weeks before arrival date | Up to one day before arrival date | 75% total rent |
No show | 100% of total rent | |
For late arrivals or early departures | 100% of total rent |
Spacious two-room apartment with one bedroom suite and separate living and kitchen area
This large apartment is perfect for two people who desire the most in terms of comfort, space, and view.
Il Granaio is located where the grain and farm tools were stored in the original farmhouse built in 1300. The thick walls and placement of this apartment within the farmhouse keep it cool and comfortable during the warm summer months. Views from this apartment overlook the valley towards Pienza.
The large, fully-equipped kitchen has everything you need to prepare delicious meals: an electric oven with stovetop, a travertine marble sink, toaster, microwave, electric tea kettle, and a large capacity refrigerator with freezer. The cupboard is full of dinnerware, cookware, staples, and utensils. The living area includes a dining table, and a comfortable love seat faces a beautiful brick and stone fireplace. You will enjoy the charming, cozy atmosphere.
The bedroom has a queen-sized bed, and two windows that provide views in two directions. There is room to add a crib for those traveling with an infant.
It has a spacious bathroom complete with a pavement shower that is wheelchair accessible.
GENERAL AMENITIES
ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND AMENITIES PROVIDED UPON REQUEST
Generally, our apartments are rented on a weekly basis, Saturday to Saturday, from April through early November. From mid-November until mid-March (except for Christmas and New Year time) we require only a three-night minimum stay. During these months we provide our same great service; however, the Dolce Vita stay is replaced with a Dolce Sosta stay offering, which includes a variety of activities depending on availability.
Please feel free at any time to inquire about any length of stay—especially if your travel is imminent—to see if we have last-minute availability or if you would like to be put on a waiting list.
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT TIME
You may check in from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Check-out time is by 10:00 am.
CANCELLATION POLICY
In the unfortunate event that you need to cancel all or part of your reservation, these are the conditions:
From | To | Cancellation Fee |
Date of booking | Up to 12 weeks before arrival date | 30% of total rent — In this time frame we give to you the opportunity to apply the fee toward another reservation within one year of your original dates of travel for the same apartment and for the same length of stay. Unused credit may not be transferred or sold in any manner to another person. |
Less than 12 weeks before arrival date | Up to 8 weeks before arrival | 30% of total rent |
Less than 8 weeks before arrival date | Up to 4 weeks before arrival date | 50% total rent |
Less than 4 weeks before arrival date | Up to 2 weeks before arrival date | 60% total rent |
Less than 2 weeks before arrival date | Up to one day before arrival date | 75% total rent |
No show | 100% of total rent | |
For late arrivals or early departures | 100% of total rent |
Ground-floor, studio apartment
La Cantina was built and used for centuries to store the wine and to cure the hams (prosciutto) and strings of sausage (salsicce). Today it serves as Cretaiole’s perfect place to have peace and quiet, or for bringing a baby whose crying will not bother anyone else in the farmhouse. This cozy apartment has no apartment above it. It is conveniently located with two independent entrances, one that leads to the yard and garden, and the other that enters onto the interior courtyard.
It has a homey environment with a kitchen that is captured cleverly in a lighted, antique armoire complete with stovetop, and sink. An electric toaster, a tea kettle, and microwave oven make meals so easy. Once mealtime is over, the doors to the compact kitchen close and it transforms back into a beautiful piece of Italian furniture. This cozy little home includes a large refrigerator with dining table just the right size for a snack or meal, and a comfortable armchair.
An atmospheric fireplace at the foot of the queen-sized bed (convertible to two twin beds on request) will lull you to sleep with beautiful dreams.
The small bathroom includes an enclosed shower.
GENERAL AMENITIES
ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND AMENITIES PROVIDED UPON REQUEST
Generally, our apartments are rented on a weekly basis, Saturday to Saturday, from April through early November. From mid-November until mid-March (except for Christmas and New Year time) we require only a three-night minimum stay. During these months we provide our same great service; however, the Dolce Vita stay is replaced with a Dolce Sosta stay offering, which includes a variety of activities depending on availability.
Please feel free at any time to inquire about any length of stay—especially if your travel is imminent—to see if we have last-minute availability or if you would like to be put on a waiting list.
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT TIME
You may check in from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Check-out time is by 10:00 am.
CANCELLATION POLICY
In the unfortunate event that you need to cancel all or part of your reservation, these are the conditions:
From | To | Cancellation Fee |
Date of booking | Up to 12 weeks before arrival date | 30% of total rent — In this time frame we give to you the opportunity to apply the fee toward another reservation within one year of your original dates of travel for the same apartment and for the same length of stay. Unused credit may not be transferred or sold in any manner to another person. |
Less than 12 weeks before arrival date | Up to 8 weeks before arrival | 30% of total rent |
Less than 8 weeks before arrival date | Up to 4 weeks before arrival date | 50% total rent |
Less than 4 weeks before arrival date | Up to 2 weeks before arrival date | 60% total rent |
Less than 2 weeks before arrival date | Up to one day before arrival date | 75% total rent |
No show | 100% of total rent | |
For late arrivals or early departures | 100% of total rent |
Ground-floor, studio apartment
Il Pollaio is located where the ancient chicken coop was in the original farmhouse built in 1300. You will love seeing where the chickens nested! The apartment has been beautifully restored, and there are no chickens to wake you up at the crack of dawn—you may sleep cosily within Pollaio’s thick stone walls as late as you wish.
This apartment is perfect for two people who want a cozy, romantic accommodation with a nice view overlooking the valley towards Pienza.
Il Pollaio has a kitchen that is captured cleverly in a lighted, antique armoire complete with stovetop, small refrigerator, and sink. An electric toaster, a tea kettle, and microwave oven make meals so easy. Once mealtime is over, the doors to the compact kitchen close and it transforms back into a beautiful piece of Italian furniture.
An atmospheric corner fireplace creates a cozy environment—whether a fire is glowing softly or not. This charming little home includes a dining table large enough for 4 people and comfortable love seat.
The apartment has a queen-sized bed with high quality mattresses that can be converted to two twin beds on request, and has a particularly spacious bathroom that includes an enclosed shower.
GENERAL AMENITIES
ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND AMENITIES PROVIDED UPON REQUEST
Generally, our apartments are rented on a weekly basis, Saturday to Saturday, from April through early November. From mid-November until mid-March (except for Christmas and New Year time) we require only a three-night minimum stay. During these months we provide our same great service; however, the Dolce Vita stay is replaced with a Dolce Sosta stay offering, which includes a variety of activities depending on availability.
Please feel free at any time to inquire about any length of stay—especially if your travel is imminent—to see if we have last-minute availability or if you would like to be put on a waiting list.
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT TIME
You may check in from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Check-out time is by 10:00 am.
CANCELLATION POLICY
In the unfortunate event that you need to cancel all or part of your reservation, these are the conditions:
From | To | Cancellation Fee |
Date of booking | Up to 12 weeks before arrival date | 30% of total rent — In this time frame we give to you the opportunity to apply the fee toward another reservation within one year of your original dates of travel for the same apartment and for the same length of stay. Unused credit may not be transferred or sold in any manner to another person. |
Less than 12 weeks before arrival date | Up to 8 weeks before arrival | 30% of total rent |
Less than 8 weeks before arrival date | Up to 4 weeks before arrival date | 50% total rent |
Less than 4 weeks before arrival date | Up to 2 weeks before arrival date | 60% total rent |
Less than 2 weeks before arrival date | Up to one day before arrival date | 75% total rent |
No show | 100% of total rent | |
For late arrivals or early departures | 100% of total rent |
Ground-floor bedroom/bathroom
L’Ovile was originally a small, enclosed pen for small farm animals to feed and bed down. Today L’Ovile is a lovely guest room with en suite bath with a nice view towards the Val d’Orcia and Pienza. This room provides a beautiful way for a solo traveler, a couple on a budget, or two friends traveling together to enjoy the Tuscan countryside without the expense of renting kitchen facilities.
Although there is no separate kitchen or living area, the room’s amenities include a small refrigerator, toaster, microwave, electric moka coffeemaker, dinnerware for two, and basic cookware. Guests are welcome to use the outdoor grill and dine on the terrace or in the veranda.
L’Ovile has a roomy queen-sized bed that can be converted to two twin beds on request. The bathroom is small but very comfortable and has a built-in shower.
GENERAL AMENITIES
ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND AMENITIES PROVIDED UPON REQUEST
Generally, our apartments are rented on a weekly basis, Saturday to Saturday, from April through early November. From mid-November until mid-March (except for Christmas and New Year time) we require only a three-night minimum stay. During these months we provide our same great service; however, the Dolce Vita stay is replaced with a Dolce Sosta stay offering, which includes a variety of activities depending on availability.
Please feel free at any time to inquire about any length of stay—especially if your travel is imminent—to see if we have last-minute availability or if you would like to be put on a waiting list.
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT TIME
You may check in from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Check-out time is by 10:00 am.
CANCELLATION POLICY
In the unfortunate event that you need to cancel all or part of your reservation, these are the conditions:
From | To | Cancellation Fee |
Date of booking | Up to 12 weeks before arrival date | 30% of total rent — In this time frame we give to you the opportunity to apply the fee toward another reservation within one year of your original dates of travel for the same apartment and for the same length of stay. Unused credit may not be transferred or sold in any manner to another person. |
Less than 12 weeks before arrival date | Up to 8 weeks before arrival | 30% of total rent |
Less than 8 weeks before arrival date | Up to 4 weeks before arrival date | 50% total rent |
Less than 4 weeks before arrival date | Up to 2 weeks before arrival date | 60% total rent |
Less than 2 weeks before arrival date | Up to one day before arrival date | 75% total rent |
No show | 100% of total rent | |
For late arrivals or early departures | 100% of total rent |