Farm Home Malafrasca - Siena

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jun 2008

The family gave us a warm welcome with a glass of wine. and they were very helpful and ready to assist with tourist info. The views from the balcony are fantastic. If you are happy to share kitchen and dining facilities with other travelers it is a great place. it is clean and friendly and the views from the balcony are fantastic. We would stay again.

Guest name: CJ, Australia

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Apr 2008

Loved this place! Fantastic views and great room all located close to Siena. We were not there long enough to join the meals this family offered but, the smells coming out of the house were heavenly! They also offered their home grown wine and olive oil. Would go back anytime.

Guest name: AE, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in May 2008

Farm Home Malafrascra was wonderful!! We would stay there again in a heartbeat. It was beautiful, clean, close to restaurants and minutes away from the city center.

Guest name: Laurie Livingston, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in May 2008

We loved Malafrasca! We felt like we had our own Tuscan villa. The bedroom was quite large and we awoke to a breathtaking view of the Tuscan countryside outside our window! Though there is no breakfast, there is a kitchen fully stocked with coffee, refrigerator and utensils. We bought some breakfast items and dined on our terrace overlooking vineyards and fields of olive trees. The elderly owners are very sweet, but don't speak English; their adult children do, so that wasn't a problem. They welcome you with a glass of their homemade wine. You need a car to stay here. It is only 2 kilometers outside of Siena and was a perfect base for touring around Tuscany. We stayed 4 days and we hated leaving! The only criticism was poor lighting in our room, which made reading difficult.

Guest name: RF, USA

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in May 2008

Very nice and beautiful location. Lovely hostfamilly. Very narrow and slope road down to Sienna. Can`t recommend you to walk it. Lovely rooms but the toalets were a bit small

Guest name: Agneta Kimborn Björnestedt, Sweden

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Nov 2007

We had a very nice stay in Malafrasca. The view from our room was wonderful. You would need to have a car to reach the property. It is not accessible by foot. Nice and serene place to stay.

Guest name: EW, Singapore

Average rating:  8.7

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Oct 2007

The owners were very gracious. The room was on a large patio overlooking the hills around Siena. The only drawback was the noise of a sump pump in the room.

Guest name: DR, USA

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Oct 2007

Malafresca is a wonderful deal for simple yet beautiful lodging in Tuscany. Very close to Siena but in the country so the views from the balcony are outstanding. There is no food on the property so you do have to find meals elsewhere but that did not affect us.

Guest name: AD, USA

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Oct 2007

Wonderful to wake up in the morning with beautiful views down and across chiantii country. Quite difficult to find at dusk but easy to get into the city and back once found. Beds large and comfy. Welcomed with fortified wine from the farm.

Guest name: CW, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2007

Great place!First time in Siena. No meals offered there. Beautiful scenery. Spotless. Gardener was a very friendly retired professor.

Guest name: Donna Begin, Canada

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2007

Excellent room with a small kitchen, a terrace and a superb view on the Chianti vineyards in a very quiet area near Siena. Only one drawback: the walls are thin; therefore you hope to find quiet neighbours.

Guest name: LD, Belgium

Average rating:  9.3

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Sep 2007

Posto molto bello e prezzo equo, considerata la zona e la vista. Se si aggiungesse compresa nel prezzo la colazione sarebbe davvero il top!

Guest name: BT, Italy

Average rating:  8.0

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jul 2007

Very good place to stay, although not very to find even with a GPS!

Guest name: AD, Belgium

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Sep 2007

Camera spaziosissima, bagno nuovo e molto pulito, proprietari gentili e disponibili, dintorni tranquilli e a 5 minuti dal centro di Siena. Hanno accolto senza problemi la nostra cagnolina.

Guest name: CC, Italy

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: 

stayed in May 2007

This was an incredible spot to tour Sienna and the Tuscan - even the Umbrian region. The Malafrasca owners were so welcoming - greeting us with a local port. After meeting the family we took our own bags up the stairs and settled into our room with a view! And what a view it was!! The room was so spacious and we slept with the windows open every night. It was great. Note that the shower was a bit tight (small) but totally doable. We rented a car from the Avis in Sienna proper and that was great. A Taxi into town will cost you about $10US. You NEED a car to get around. Ask the owner to give you one of their maps of the region - it was much better then the one I paid for. Also - buy some wine, cheese and grapes (maybe some coffee) and be sure to enjoy sitting out on the deck. The view is spectacular. Wake up at 5:00am one day and watch the sun come up and the mist settle over the foothills... it will leave you breathless. Enjoy Sienna after 5:00pm - thats when the locals come out and the tourists depart. And have an Alexander in the square... :)

Guest name: GM, USA

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Aug 2007

wonderful tuscany experience. kind family. English speaking of their daughter. But the bus route is complex, and the taxi fee from city to hotel is 10 Eruo.

Guest name: COCO LIN, Taiwan

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Aug 2007

Very beautiful scenery from the balcony. The owners were friendly, always ready to help, offering coffee and advices for local activities.

Guest name: LM, Canada

Average rating:  8.5

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Sep 2006

This is the ideal spot if you are holidaying with 2 other couples, in other words it is perfect for 3 sets of friends. The three bedfrooms all have an on suite and lead off the main living area, the views are wonderful.

Guest name: SP, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Group

stayed in May 2007

This was the first time for us visiting Siena. The family running the property gave us a warm welcome and was very helpful. The surrounding was amazing, however difficult to reach by the public transport. Highly recommended once hiring a car.

Guest name: Katarina Jastrzembska, Slovakia

Average rating:  7.3

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in May 2007

If you don't have a car this is probably not the place for you. The walk to Siena and other services was dangerous and this should be better communicated to guests. The view and common areas are incredible.

Guest name: MP, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Group

stayed in Mar 2007

We recommend Malafrasca to anyone who is visiting the Siena area and wants to experience the beautiful Tuscan countryside firsthand. The owners/operators were a delight, greeting us with samples of their fantastic homemade wine, which we bought several bottles of, and taking time to chat and give driving directions to us as we checked out. Our rooms were extremely clean, and we particularly liked the completely non-smoking environment. This is the perfect place for those who are looking for rest and relaxation—we could not have imagined a more peaceful, or scenic, location. Also consider dining at Osteria Titti, for outstanding food at a fair price, if looking for dinner in nearby Siena.

Guest name: William Mahoney, USA

Average rating:  9.5

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Sep 2006

This was fantastic - probably our favorite place during our entire stay. And great value too. We rented a car and had directions from the reservation confirmation and found it with no problems - took us about 10 minutes from the car rental place. The owners (Elena and her folks) were amazing - Elena spoke great English and we managed to communite with her Dad a bit (who also speaks french) and her mom (who speaks Italian). They gave us some of their Vin Santo while we were there. Tasty - be sure to get a bottle while visiting them. As well, we had access to the kitchen in the common area which is stocked with plates/utensils/sink etc. Great for making a snack for sitting out on the patio with a bottle of Brunello. The olive trees and vineyard was such a peaceful place and it was nice walking through the yard as the sun was slipping behind the tuscan hills. We loved it so much we stayed an extra night. This place was picture perfect!

Guest name: Tanya Hildebrandt, Canada

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Oct 2006

We had a great stay at Malafrasca. We drove from Florence and had no problem with directions. The family is very friendly. We enjoyed their wine. The location is ideal if you want to experience the countryside and be only 5 minutes from Siena. The patio offers a wonderful spot to take in the scenery.

Guest name: Blair Jeffris, USA

Average rating:  9.5

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Sep 2006

Definitely work out how to get there beforehand. The new directions on their page are pretty good but it still took us over an hour to get there. Other than that, nothing to fault. It was wonderful and the Chianti was great. Definitely want to get back there soon.

Guest name: Tracy Wright, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jul 2006

nice place to stay near Siena

Guest name: JN, Germany

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jul 2006

Everything was perfect.it really looks the same like in the photographs.very nice family farm stay.quiet, clean, great view.it was our first stay at a farm home ever and we can recommend it to everyone!

Guest name: HS, Austria

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Jun 2006

We absolutely loved our stay at Malafrasca. The host family was very gracious. Their dessert wine was wonderful with the incredible fresh biscotti we found at a little bakery down the road. The views and the countryside surrounding Malafrasca were stunning and the air the sweetest I have ever smelled. We were a family of four that were using trains and buses and not driving. The bus to Siena is easily accessed at the end of their driveway and is only a 10 minute ride but the service is limited. There is better bus service down the road but it can be dangerous walking on the narrow winding road (no shoulders and lots of traffic). There was a wonderful pizza delivery that we used that delivered real Italian pizza to our door. The kitchen facilites are adequate. For the gourmands there is a wonderful restaurant next to Malafrasca (four star type). We did not eat there but other guests did and all thought it was exceptional. One of my favorite memories of our three week trip to Italy and France was sitting on Malafrasca's wonderful terrace drinking wine (from Malafrasca of course) and visiting with couples from Norway and Finland well into the night.

Guest name: DC, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jun 2006

Malafrasca is an absolute gem. This was the favorite place we stayed out of our entire trip. The family was so welcoming and helpful. Our favorite thing to do was to sit on the terrace overlooking the hills of Chianti and sip the wine that they produce at Malafrasca. It is easy to start your journey through Chianti from here, and it sits at the edge of Siena, which is also fun to explore. We can't wait to go back! The one thing you should be prepared for is no air conditioning, which was not a problem as the breeze comes through nicely at night, at least in June.

Guest name: Jennifer Duewall, USA

Average rating:  8.5

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Jun 2006

The views from the balcony were beautiful. The owners were extremely kind and helpful.

Guest name: Randall Reed, USA

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in May 2006

Very Nice. The owners are really nice, friendly people. should have a better explanation on how to get there, though.

Guest name: Paulo Magalhaes, Brazil

Average rating:  9.5

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in May 2006

excellent location,great price,gorgeous views/great deck. wonderful people.

Guest name: Rekha Black, Canada

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Group of friends

stayed in Dec 2005

very good, nice, excellent

Guest name: YO, Japan

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Oct 2005

The place did not have so many rooms and other guests, so it was a very restful stay. The room were clean, even tidy, it was fresh, and it looked overall well run. The owners were friendly and nice. Although none of us speaks any italian, we had a 20 minute conversation with the lady of the house over an espresso, and she ONLY spoke italian! The room had a mini-bar, which gave us access to a fridge in the room. For guests staying more than one night, you will also have access to a kitchenette, which provides for everything you need to make breakfast or a simple meal. On the outside we had access to a large veranda, which had a breathtaking view over the Tuscany countryside. I think it is demonstrated by one of the pictures in the description on this site. The place is a little off, but within 1000m there is a bus stop, and the buses run at least every 30 minutes during day time. Even closer, there is another bus stop, but this one only runs a few times each day. We took a photo of the time tables in the digital camera, which turned out very useful. We wouldn't recommend biking or walking along the italian roads. They are very narrow, without space for bikers/pedestrians, and the traffic is quite heavy. Having access to a car adds value to your Tuscany vacation! Nearby Malafrasca, there is a restaurant, 'Casa Mia', that serves good, italian food. The prices are not low, but you get at least what you pay for, and the service is top class, at the least. You need to book a table in advance. For only 80 Euros per night at this establishment, you get a memorable holiday. We also spent an additional night in the nearby castle Monteliscai, which played some importand role in the history 700 years ago. There, the rooms were even better, at the same rate! The view over the countryside was not as good, though. The cooking facilities held a little lower standard, but this was an incredibly calm place, which we also recommend.

Guest name: Anders Wändahl, Sweden

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Sep 2005

This a family run operation located only 1 1/2 kilmeters from Sienna. We had no trouble finding Malfrasca, but had read other posts and followed their directions. It is actually well signed and as long as you know to keep driving past the old house on the property you will find Malfrasca. We were warmly welcomed by the family even though we showed up a little earlier than expected and our room wasn't quite ready. Our room was excellent and very spacious. There was a common area and a small kitchen for our use. We had wonderful views of the surrounding Tuscan countryside from our room and the huge deck outside our room. We were only able to stay for two nights, but would not hesitate to stay a week or more here as Malfrasca is a wonderful place. We highly recommend it.

Guest name: Brian Muir, Canada

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Sep 2005

It's the better place in Tuscany, es el mejor sitio de la Toscana, maravilloso, un abarazo a los dueños, encantadores

Guest name: DANIEL DENIZ GARCIA, Spain

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Group of friends

stayed in Sep 2005

We stayed at Malafrasca for a few days in mid-September 2005. This is a wonderful find in the heart of Siena and an excellent base for exploring Siena proper, which is just 15 minutes away (you can call for a taxi). However if you have a car, you can more easily explore the Chianti countryside, San Gimignano and further away, Florence. Our group were made immediately welcome upon arrival by the owner's daughter with glasses of their own vin santo. As a party of 6 we had the entire second-floor flat to ourselves. The rooms were spotless, charmingly decorated and the views of the Tuscan countryside were nothing short of stunning. Each room was quiet, sunny and airy with perfect views. With cooking facilities provided we were able to make dinner and breakfast whenever we felt like it. It's places like Malafrasca (where the quality of accommodation combine with warm, charming hosts) that make you want to stay away from big impersonal hotels forever. Luisa, Giovanni, Elena and Simone helped make our Tuscan holiday truly memorable.

Guest name: LC, Hong Kong

Average rating:  8.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Aug 2005

very diffficult to find the location; personal not speaking English make hard to obtain info and to orientate. excellent position with view on the Toscana hills. welcome access to kitchen.

Guest name: CG, Romania

Average rating:  8.6

Guest type: Single leisure traveller

stayed in Sep 2005

I should have heeded the info from others about trying to find this place. Unfortunately this part outweighted the good parts of the place. We literally spent hours driving around in circles trying to find this place. Asking at gas stations and others for directions didn't help much either. Most everyone didn't know a highway S408 and the street name is used twice in the city at different locations! Twice we got lost finding this place (we stayed 2 nights) and were totally frustrated to say the least! We didn't get home till 2 am one night after driving around for 2+ hours and had to pick up 3 girls that didn't speak much English to help us find it....they weren't even sure either. The place is lovely and the people wonderful but again not worth the frustration and energy to find it. They should have better more CLEAR directions on the website. The farmhouse in on a wineyard that also produces olive oil. They let 3 rooms in the upstairs of their house. WE had a roomwith 3 beds and a bath (small) with doors that open up onto a nice porch and a nice window view also. Room had a small TV with a small refrig. There is a communal area with a table/couch and a small kitchen for all to use. Again shame it was so hard to find because it was a nice place and the people were really nice. (note no lift....many steps up to rooms)

Guest name: SJ, USA

Average rating:  8.4

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jul 2005

We enjoyed our stay at Malafrasca tremendously and would any time go back. Had a hard time of finding the place the first time. A good hint is to look for the Hospital, there are really good indications to get you to the hospital, and from there it isn't far to Malafrasca. The view and surroundings is just amazing, We ate watermelon on the veranda with the sunset, simply lovely. No aircon, but really neat and fully equipped rooms. We would recommend the place to anyone going to Siena.

Guest name: HV, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jul 2005

We travelled with another couple who we hadn't seen for many years and felt this place was a wonderful find, although actually 'finding' Malafrasca proved quite difficult and a little frustrating. However, once we were settled into our rooms and sat out on the balcony to take in the stunning vista our host and her daughter appeared 'out of nowhere' with a welcoming glass of wine and we quickly unwound. Rooms were lovely with lots of windows to ensure a nice cool flow of air through the apartment. We had use of the kitchen to prepare breakfast before setting out each morning to explore the wonderful countryside (there's a huge Coop Supermarket near the railway station for all your supplies). Siena, just a short drive away, is absolutely magnificent it's like strolling through a rennaisance painting! We also found a fabulous (though fairly upmarket) restaurant just a 10 minute walk (towards Siena) from Malafrasca - great atmosphere, terrific service by a friendly young couple and food to melt your heart.

Guest name: John Welch, Australia

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jul 2005

This is a wonderful place to stay with absolutely gorgeous views. The only issue was finding it. They tell you to come up 408, but there are no road signs indicating where 408 is. It took us 2 hours circling around Siena & three phone calls to get directions before we finally made it. It's definitely worth it once you get there...

Guest name: Kelly Burke, USA

Average rating:  9.3

Guest type: Single leisure traveller

stayed in Jun 2005

The room itself was absolute wonderful, the noise came from the road into Sienna which runs in front of the house.

Guest name: AJ, South Africa

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jun 2005

This was my favorite stay on our trip. The views of olive groves, vinyards,and Tuscan hills from our room and terrace were spectacular; everything we'd hoped for. The peacefulness was soothing after hectic days of travel. We took wonderful walks in the gorgeous countryside. It was nice to have the kitchen available (for anyone staying more than one night). The hosts were welcoming and very helpful; even giving us a ride to the train station. We arrived by bus with no problems, thanks to the instructions provided when making the reservation, and could easily catch the bus into Sienna. I would love to return and recommend it highly; especially if you can stay for several days to enjoy the surroundings.

Guest name: Malika Fitch, USA

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in May 2005

This was by far the best accomodation that we enjoyed during our trip to Europe. The rooms were huge, clean, delightfully furnished, scented towels, terrific view, common area including indoor and outdoor seating, kitchen, cooking facilities, etc. This property is a huge value. Downsides-directions/tough to find, no breakfast, 1.5 km to Siena. Perfect, however, if you have a car or are a hiker. I would definitely stay here again and hope to return with my entire family some day.

Guest name: TC, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in May 2005

We had a wonderful time at Malafrasca. People in this family are so wonderful and so kind, Dad, Mom, Simone and Ellena, make us feel at home. They so welcoming and help us seeing the beautiful side of the Italian family. The house is absolutely clean and conveniently located in Chianti and very close to Sienna. The kitchen is very handy. The view from the balcony is absolutely beautiful. It’s in a central location to all the Tuscany hill towns. We believe that we experienced much more than we have expected. We will definitely return to Malafrasca next time in Tuscany.

Guest name: RL, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in May 2005

Beautiful rooms and magnificent view. Too bad no breakfast offered but there is a kitchen where you can cook your own breakfast and nearby coffee shop.

Guest name: Tal Vilenski, Canada

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in May 2005

Finding the place is tricky. The Malafrasca sign is clearly visible on S408. Once you drive up the small road it will fork, and you will take the right one (the left one takes you to a bar). What's tricky is that at the end of the road there is a pretty shabby old house, and the property is behind the old house so you need to drive up the dirt road that seemly cuts through the old house's front yard. Don't expect to get help from the owner of the old house because they are quite unfriendly. Once you are checked in nothing can be more satisfying. The place is just gorgeous and the pictures they posted on the web site does not do justice. Owner and her parents are great. My room (#1) faces east and I can watch sunrise over Tuscany landscape every day. The price I was quoted did not inlcude breakfast but small inconvenience comparing to the others, besides there is a kitchen you can use.

Guest name: Xiaoqing Zhu, USA

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in May 2005

The property was great and the family was lovely. The only downfall was finding the place, it took us 2 hours! Make sure you get good instructions. I would definetly stay again..

Guest name: BW, Australia

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Apr 2005

We have arrived at Malafrasca after 1h looking for the place.The map is not very good.The owners(Elena and her parents) are lovely people.We have tasted their sweet wine and been showed the most beautiful room with clean bathroom and amazing views on Tuscan fields.I strongly recommend this place.Don't forget to buy their products!

Guest name: AK, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Mar 2005

I absolutely loved this place. Big rooms, nice kitchen and main room, all with an absolutely fabulous view. Even without a car, it wasn't too hard to find once we figured out the bus system. We even got a lift to the train station on the day we left. I highly recommend this hotel.

Guest name: AL, USA