We really found the town of Torrenieri charming and close to many other great cities worth visiting, including Montalcino, Montelpuciano, Pienza, Siena, etc.There is also a small town near by w a market, and a great local pizza spot! The villa is split into an upstairs and a downstairs with the staircase outside (as an FYI). The place needs to replace all of his pool furniture and update, which will make the pool area more conducive to hanging out. That being said the kids loved it and we had a great time!