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Karin Dietz’s Chianti & More in Panzano has been, for nearly five years, our secret weapon in Italy. Through it, we have always known that we will find the best possible places to stay and most thorough support when we’re there. We know we can trust the descriptions of what’s available, because Ms Dietz is probably the most honest, reliable, plain-speaking person in all of Tuscany. We also know that we will be listened to, because she is one of the smartest. It is with great reluctance that we give up our secret and share her name, but, ultimately, even we have come to recognize that Karin is too great a talent to keep to ourselves: she should be everyone’s gate-keeper to this very beautiful corner of the world.

Bill Buford, New York City

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Ref. 100 – Panzano in Chianti

Dear Karin
It already seems like a long time since our lovely, relaxing holiday in Panzano.
The location, close to the village but with views up the valley to the north, was perfect for us.
Your website offered a wide range of properties and your service in providing a range of available villas was extremely helpful.
You provided exactly what we were looking for, very quickly, which suited us perfectly when considering flight availability
You provided a full list of available properties and were even able to provide us with a property which most closely suited our requirements even though provisionally booked by another person.
The photographs provided full details on the property and the directions provided in the voucher were clear.
Perfect Cleanness of the villa, perfect equipment, very comfortable and high standard furniture and decoration. 
I would certainly consider Chianti & More for our next holiday in Tuscany.
Kind regards
Ewan T., Scotland
June 2008

We absolutely loved the place, and it was perfect for us, but the steep staircase up to the 2nd floor might be problematic for older relatives in terms of getting their suitcases up and getting to the bathroom in the middle of the night... 

Yes, we would absolutely recommend Chianti & more to friends and relatives.

Thanks again Karin - we had a phenomenal time, and plan to return to the villa when we can for future anniversaries! 

Ciao! 

Forrest S., USA

May 2008 

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Ref. 101 + 102 – Montespertoli

I would absolutely recommend Chianti and More to friends and family.  I give high marks to your service and the villa.  It was good to meet you as well.  Thank you for everything! 

Ryan M., Kansas City, MO

April 2008 

Hi Karin,

We had a wonderful time in Tuscany. Our villa was great. We definitely would return to the vacation home and will recommend this villa as well as your business to our friends and relatives. Your organization before our holiday was terrific – excellent service. It made it very easy for us when we arrived. The villa was beautiful, clean and organized. The housekeeper was very nice and met us promptly.Thanks again for a wonderful holiday.

The Young Family, Denmark

October 2007

Karin,
We enjoyed a lot our holidays in Toscana. I would like to thank you and the owners of the house. They were really nice and helpful with us.
Thanks for your wonderful support to organize our vacation in Toscana.
Un cordial saludo / Best regards
Leopoldo C., Spain

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Ref. 104 – Greve in Chianti

Hallo Frau Dietz,
Vielen Dank nochmal für alles.
Wir hatten einen sehr schönen Urlaub und würden uns freuen, wenn es nächstes Jahr in den Sommerferien wieder klappen würde, in die Toskana zu fahren. Sobald sich hier die Gelegenheit abzeichnet, melden wir uns wegen der Termine bei Ihnen.
Gruß von uns allen.

Klaus D, Deutschland

Juli 2009

Prior to your vacation:
Promptness of our service? EXCELLENT
Capacity of understanding your needs? ABSOLUTELY
Information about the facility? COMPLETE
Attendance on the phone? PROMPT 

During your vacation:
Cleanness of your vacation home? ADEQUATE
Equipment of your vacation home? ONLY LACKED,  INTERNET SERVICE.
Quality of your vacation home? GOOD
Furniture and decoration? VERY APPROPRIATE
Location? BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS

Ellie P., California, USA
June 2008

Dear Karin,

Ref. 106 - Greve in Chianti

Hallo Frau Dietz

Wir haben eine wunderschöne Woche in Greve verbracht, unsere Erwartungen wurden bei weitem übertroffen.

Das Haus am See ist ein wahres Kleinod und wir hoffen, dass es noch lange so unberührt und verträumt bleibt.

Wir werden sicherlich wiederkommen.

viele Grüße

Fam. S., Deutschland

Mai 2009 

Liebe Frau Dietz,

sorry, dass ich so spät antworte, aber „Der Alltag hat mich wieder“. ;-)

Unser Urlaub war wunderbar. Wie erwähnt, die Gegend kennen wir seit 15 Jahren, aber unsere „Villa anatra“ war traumhaft ruhig, der Vermieter sehr freundlich und nett. Wie davor Ihre Betreuung.

Wann immer wir auf der Suche nach einem Objekt in der Region sind, werden wir uns natürlich an Sie wenden. Wir denken für nächstes Jahr einen Urlaub in großer Villa mit Freunden und Kindern an – mal sehen, wer dann wirklich mit will. Und natürlich werde ich Sie nur zu gerne im Bekanntenkreis empfehlen.

Mit ganz liebem Gruß aus Wien,

Ihre I. J., Österreich

August 2008

Liebe Frau Dietz

Herzlichen Dank für Ihr Mail, wir sind leider noch nicht dazugekommen Ihnen für alles zu Danken!

Unser Toskanaurlaub wird uns noch lange in Erinnerung bleiben, wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt in unserem Haus, die Ruhe hat uns sehr gut getan wir konnten wieder so richtig Kraft tanken.Sehr gerne werden wir uns wieder an Sie wenden (wir werden Sie auch sehr gerne weiterempfehlen) wenn wir unseren nächsten Toskanaurlaub planen.

Herzliche Grüße aus der herbstlichen Wachau

Waltraud & Wolfgang B., Österreich

September 2007

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Ref. 111 - Panzano in Chianti

Hello Karin, 

Eileen and I enjoyed the brief time to meet you in Panzano. We enjoyed our stay in the area and at the wonderful Villa!

The owners were very nice and helpful and the accommodations "first class"!   We will happily recommend this Villa to our US friends who might wish to visit Tuscany region and we have noted your coordinates in our files and will introduce Chianti & More to anyone needing assistance in finding a vacation Villa in Tuscany region. Cleanness of the villa? Like "our own homes"!
Equipment of the villa? Kitchen was the "envy" of us all as the utensils, glassware, space and decor were fantastic!
Quality of the villa? First class! 
Furniture and decoration?  One of the most beautiful and perfectly designed homes/villas we have ever seen, with spacious rooms and comfortable furnishings.
Location? Easiest to find for 1st time guests and ideally located for easy in-out access for day trips in Tuscany.

We hope to again visit Panzano and to use your assistance with Villa arrangements in the future! 

Best regards, 

Barry & Eileen M., CA, USA

June 2008

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Ref. 116 - Greve in Chianti

Hallo Frau Dietz,

es hat uns allen wunderbar gefallen in der Toskana. Vom Haus waren wir wirklich begeistert. Signora Daniela war sehr nett und entgegenkommend. Alles in allem sind wir wirklich sehr zufrieden, und wenn wir mal in wärmeren Zeiten in die Toskana reisen, komme ich gerne auf sie zurück.

Mit freundlichen Grüßen

Paul R., Österreich

Oktober 2007

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Ref. 117 / 118 / 119 – Panzano in Chianti

Karin:

We just returned home last night after visiting Germany.

It was also very nice to meet you after our long email connection. Your service was first-rate.  You were extremely helpful and responsive to our needs and questions.  We really appreciate your arranging the museum reservations and especially setting up the catered dinner.

It turned out great and everyone wants the chef to come home and cook for them.

The villa was everything we expected and more.  The location was super, right next to town yet a feeling of complete privacy.  It was very clean and well equipped.

We have already recommended Chianti and More to several friends and will certainly continue to do so if someone we know is interested in villas in Tuscany.

We had a wonderful trip and a completely memorable anniversary celebration. 

Thanks so much for all your help.

Regards,

Margit & Roger L, USA

June 2009

Liebe Frau Dietz!
Ich möchte mich recht herzlich bedanken und Ihnen mitteilen, dass wir einen sehr schönen Urlaub hatten und in unserem Ferienhaus bestens untergebracht waren!
Wir werden auf jeden Fall wieder in die Toscana kommen und eines Ihrer Häuser buchen.
Herzliche Grüße aus Stuttgart
Ursula K., Deutschland

Mai / Juni 2009

Hi Karin,

Thank you so much for helping with Brittany’s trip. They loved everything, the villa and then Mimmo cooking for them. A good trip and good report all the way around

Thank you !

Christina  D., USA

September 2008

Hello Karin  

The villa was beautiful and very comfortable for the three of us. Your service was great and I appreciated the prompt communication in regards to booking and answers to questions I had.

I always received responses to my email inquiries in a timely manner.  There were never any communication issues. We received all information and it was very detailed and understandable.  I always felt that our visit was a priority. The villa was very clean upon arrival, which was wonderful. All of the furniture was nice and comfortable.  The beds were very comfortable.

Great location in relation to Panzano and small towns nearby to visit.

Thank you so much for everything.  We had a great time.  

April G., NV, USA

July 2008

Dear Karin,

this will be our annual destination for some time. And yes, recommendations are already underway to friends and colleagues - although to a selected few only.

Please do keep up the splendid work.

Kind Regards, 

Glenn Ch., Singapore

April 2008

August 2007

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Ref. 120/121/122/123/124 – Panzano in Chianti

Dear Karin,

It was such a great week. Thank you so very much for all arrangements!

I would absolutely recommend Chianti & more to friends and relatives  - all was well arranged, according to plans and initial agreements. very informative service and pleasant email contact.

Kind Regards from De Bilt!

Etta L., The Netherlands

April / May 2009

Liebe Frau Dietz!

Wir haben uns sehr gefreut, Sie kennenzulernen.

Unser Urlaub war einfach perfekt. Das hat schon bei der Planung und Buchung durch Sie begonnen und hat sich mit unserem Quartier fortgesetzt. Es war genauso, wie wir es wollten und wir haben sehr wohl gefühlt. Auch die Betreuung vor Ort war gerade richtig. Es gab immer einen Ansprechpartner, aber es blieb die Privatsphäre gewahrt. Die traumhafte Toskana bei herrlichem Wetter hat uns begeistert. Und wenn wir dorthin zurückkehren, werden wir Sie bestimmt kontaktieren.

Herzlichen Dank und liebe Grüße

Dear Karin, Many thanks for your help in arranging our lovely Christmas holiday. We wanted a place w/i walking distance of a village and this is precisely what we got.

Stacy G., UK

December 2008

Karin,

We appreciate your friendship, professionalism, and kindness, and you have helped make Panzano a significant part of our family’s life.  For instance, at dinner last night we were laughing about all the fun and funny things that happened this year—including losing our baggage on both the outward trip and on our way home.  We think that the bags had so much fun in Italy that they decided to stay for an extra day or two.  I think the four of us feel the same way… now that we are back to work and school…Grazie and ciao

Suzanne & Bill M., NYC

September 2008

We had a wonderful time at the villa. The location was ideal. Everyone loved the facilities and would like to come back. You met all our needs and lived up to all your commitments. I would recommend the villa to anyone and also your services.

Karin if I can be of any help let me know.

Best wishes from Mary and myself.

Louis I., NY, USA

August 2008

I loved the location--it was just perfect---the villa was very special. I `ve already told many friends about your services.  We hope to return in a few years with family.

Janet K., NYC

May 2008 

We had a wonderful time in Panzano. 

If the weather had of cooperated it would have been nice to use the pool but nothing could be done about that. 

I would, however, recommend the place to friends and family.  It was in the perfect location and suited our needs perfectly.  The kitchen and the unit in general were well equipped.  I appreciate having an iron and ironing board. 

Anila and her sister were wonderful and very eager to help.  Lara also was very pleasant and offered her services .

The welcoming gift was much appreciated as were the flowers in the apartment.  The binder with information about the villa and surrounding area was very helpful and we used it a lot.  Thanks for all these little touches.

We look forward to working with you again.

Debbie S., Canada

May 2008

Thank you for all your help, Karin. Great service and lovely holiday.
Morten G., Norway

April 2008

We had a great time! Enjoyed every minute of it. Thanks for arranging the driver Simone who was very nice, as well as the guide in Florence.

Prior to vacation: Promptness of service? Excellent.

Capacity of understanding needs? Excellent.

Information about the facility? Excellent

Attendance on the phone? Excellent.

During vacation: Equipment of your vacation home? Very good.

Quality of your vacation home? Excellent.

Furniture and decoration? Good

Location? Could not have been better!

Best regards,

Jochen K., US

September 2007

Dear Karin - we are finally back home and I just wanted to tell you again how much we enjoyed our stay in Panzano - Please remember me to Monica and Signor Baldi and Anila and thank them again for everything they did to make our family reunion so happy and memorable. Please use my name as a reference anytime you would like.

All the best,

Daphne Philipson, NY

August 2007

We had a great time, and already are looking forward to next summer--49 weeks away. Also, we would love to see you if you come to New York, so let's email in November after you've had a chance to firm up your plans.

Ciao e grazie,

Bill M., Suzanne S., NYC

August 2007 

Rather than answer yes to all your separate questions, we thought it best to just respond by saying that all can be answered empathically in the affirmative.

As the enabler, we wish to thank you for your help in making our stay such a fabulous experience. We would love to think we would be back some day.

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Ref. 127 / 128 - Ambra

Hi Karin,

Everything was wonderful, Ricardo was a absolute gentleman and excellent host.thanks for everything & we will recommend you to our friends.

Ronan C., NYC

July 2008

Hi Karin,

We had a wonderful time in Ambra, the house was perfect and exactly how we imagined it. We would definitely come back and would recommend it highly to friends and family.We were also very highly satisfied with Chianti & More and your expert service.I have nothing negative to say at all about our stay in Ambra and will hopefully be back there soon.

Regards,

Sharon H., NYC

July 2008

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Ref. 154/155/156/248 – Greve in Chianti 

Karin, We had a wonderful holiday and the apartment was perfect. Alessandro and Nicoletta were perfect ‘hosts’ and were wonderfully helpful. Their Chianti was great too! The wine festival in Greve was a lot of fun and we met many nice people there.  Thank you very much for all your help.

It was a pleasure booking through Chianti and More and we would recommend you to others going to Tuscany. 

Best regards 

Eileen F., UK
September 2007 

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Ref. 181 - San Pancrazio

June 2008

Thank you for the recommendation for our holiday villa. We have a marvelous vacation in San Pancrazio & Montespertoli region.  The villa surroundings were beautiful, the garden was well taken care of and absolutely gorgeous!! The view was unforgettable! The pool area perfect and  was cleaned every morning! The villa itself was more beautiful than we could have imagined from photos.

quite good equipment of the villa 7/10, but not luxury.

Quality: outside 10/10, living rooms 6/10, kitchen 6/10, bedrooms 9/10, toilets/bathrooms 10/10 

So, thank you for your recommendation and suggestion to hire this villa, because the villas in Panzano we hoped for, were occupied.

It has been a pleasure to communicate with you, hope you have a nice summer!

Ritva L., Finland

Ref. 200 - Radda in Chianti

Hallo Frau Dietz,

Das Wetter hat es ja leider nicht so gut mit uns gemeint...Trotzdem war der Urlaub sehr schön. Wir haben uns in 'Ihrem' Haus sehr wohl gefühlt. Das Haus ist sehr gepflegt und sauber - für uns ein wichtiges Kriterium. Wir haben mit so einem großen Grundstück gar nicht gerechnet, die Bilder bringen die Großzügigkeit des Hauses und des Grundstückes nicht rüber. Ich habe ihre Adresse bereits im Bekanntenkreis weiter empfohlen. Auch Besuch vor Ort war von dem Haus und Garten begeistert. Bis zum nächsten Mal - ganz bestimmt!Jördis L., Deutschland

Oktober 2007

Ref. 203 – Panzano in Chianti

Hi Karin,

To answer your questions regarding the level of your service, and various elements of the rental property itself, David and I could not have been happier with both.  Your prompt responses, the clarity of your communications and your extreme attention to detail all contributed to a wonderful and superior experience in Panzano. 

You went beyond your position as a rental agent to make certain that we had a successful and stress-free vacation.  In many instances you served as a concierge and tour guide providing transportation, maps, helpful suggestions and reservations.  We were exceedingly pleased with your efforts to make our experience memorable and exciting.  I have already given your contact information to many friends.

As to the villa itself, it met all our expectations. The location of the villa was ideal for the four of us, the equipment was extensive, and the views were breathtaking.  We were delighted to meet Piero and Jeanette - a very gracious couple who made our first few days easier by providing a very nice selection of wine and food to get us started.  It was the little details like that which pleased and delighted us.

I hope you find the foregoing responsive to your questions and I hope that we have the opportunity to visit Panzano again very soon. 

Our very best wishes

Laura K and David F, USA

October 2008

Hi Karin, Thank you for your efforts. We loved our stay in Panzano and thought the area was lovely. The house was beautiful and very well equipped. We would recommend Chianti & More to friends and we would return to this vacation home. Thanks again,

Penny McR., Ireland

August 2008

Karin, Panzano was wonderful. The villa was well maintained with everything a large party would require. The location was great. We walked into the village every night with the help of torches and illuminated jackets which were essential.

Thank you for your very efficient service. It was prompt and hassle free.

Mary G., Ireland

September 2007

Maggie O., Austin, TX

May 2007

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Ref. 208 - San Donato

Dear Karin,

Our holiday at the Merrigio apartment was perfect, and we enjoyed our stay in Toscane.

Maybe we get in touch next year.

Linda C., The Netherlands

August 2008

September 2007

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Ref. 214/215/218 - Greve in Chianti

Dear Karin,
In response to your questions, we can say that our accommodation lived up to the description in the brochure. It was tasteful, very well equipped, immaculately kept, peaceful and extremely picturesque.  Sunset from Montefili was memorable.  We would recommend it to anyone who wanted a really relaxing holiday.  Our hosts Roberto and Elena were charming.
We would recommend the restaurant at the top of Panzano, beside the church, which was the best food we ate in the area.
Your own service was also excellent.  Your response was personal and friendly and very prompt.
Thank you again for your help. 

Regards,
Carmen O'H, UKSeptember 2008

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Ref. 240 – Greve in Chianti

Karin, Thank you for your mail and all your efforts to make our holiday successful. We had a great time.  

Leo B, The Netherlands

June 2009

Dear Karin,

My husband and I, along with my brother and his wife, spent September 8 - 22 at the villa owned by the Rinaldi family. We wanted you to know that it was a wonderful 2 weeks and the Rinaldis' were very kind hosts. We would highly recommend this accommodation to anyone who wanted a quiet, very central place to really get the feel of life in Tuscany. From the rooster who woke us each morning to their dog Tommie who came to visit regularly, we felt very much at home. Marcello's aunt, Laida was particularly kind and gracious to us, and everyone of the family we saw had a greeting and a big wave for us - even the pickers who were arriving to harvest the grapes.

Feel free to use us as a future reference for anyone looking for a villa in Tuscany. We hope to return some day. Ciao!

Dick and Margot S., Canada

September 2007

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Ref. 241 - Panzano in Chianti

Hallo Frau Dietz,

der Urlaub in der Toskana hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Die Location war sehr besonders (180 Grad Panoramablick vom Pool auf die Chiantihügel Richtung Greve und Vignamaggio), auch mit dem Wetter hatten wir sehr viel Glück. Sicherlich werden wir Chianti&More in Zukunft noch einmal wählen.

Herzliche Grüße

Roland G, Deutschland

Juni 2009

We left Lucrezia's home on Saturday.  Just wanted to let you know we had a wonderful week.  The house was perfect and we thought the location was equally perfect.  A great vacation for our family.

Thank you,

Michael S., UK

June 2009

Hi Karin,
As last year, we thoroughly enjoyed our time in Panzano. The house and it's owner Lucrezia were a delight and as ever your service first class.
Thanks again - I am sure we will be in touch again soon.
Kind regards,
Simon M., Malaysia
August 2008

Dear Karin We have had an absolutely fantastic time, one of the best family holidays ever. Thank you for all you have done, I would certainly recommend Chianti and More to anyone considering a holiday in the area and hopefully we will be back ourselves at some stage. We loved Panzano and thought it was the best area to be.The house was immaculately clean and we liked it very much. Lucrezia was charming, please would you thank her from us when you are next in contact, she is a lovely lady and made us feel very welcome.We would return to the villa as the location is perfect and the pool is amazing many thanks indeed and I am sure we will be in contact again in the future.

With kind regards

Claire T., UK

July 2007

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Ref. 257 - Greve in Chianti / San Polo

It is always a pleasure to hear from you and allow us to give our impressions of our vacation in Tuscany.

We have to say that each house was more than expected and helped make our family vacation everything we wished. As you know, we have already recommended your services to our friends.

We found the homes in San Casciano and Panzano clean and comfortable. The food service was excellent, the pools refreshing and the appointments everything that we could have wanted. Each was well equipped and provided everything we could have asked for. We could not have been more delighted with the houses, with Sandra in San Casciano and Alida in Panzano and with your attention to detail. All in all, you helped make the vacation everything we planned for.

We hope to deal with you soon..,

George and Nan, NY

June 2007

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Ref. 288 – Vico d`Elsa

Dear Karin,

I thought the villa was beautiful, very clean, and comfortable; decoration and furniture is great and all the equipment was in working order. Exceptional bathrooms.  It had the right amount of space for our group of 8, and could have easily accommodated 10. The views from many parts of the property were fabulous, especially the view of San Gimignano.  I would recommend the villa for others as long as they fully understood the close neighborhood to other houses. 

The location was good for day trips to San Gimignano, Volterra, Florence, Siena and beyond.

Thank you for setting up the arrangements for our vacation -- we will remember it for a long time!

Sincerely,

Ellen S. USA

May 2008

Hello,

Our vacation at the Villa was all we expected and more. The Villa is beautiful and the owner was very helpful. If we are lucky enough to return to Tuscany some day will would not hesitate renting this villa again and your services were great.Thank you

Dee W., NC

October 2007

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Ref. 294 - Panzano in Chianti

Liebe Frau Dietz,

es ist wie immer – kaum ist man zuhause, ist der Urlaub schon wieder ganz weit weg. Aber trotzdem noch die geschuldete Rückmeldung: Ja, es war für uns ein sehr schöner Urlaub!

Das Haus war ganz wunderbar und alles hat prima geklappt. Gerne kommen wir noch mal wieder – und wieder auf Sie zurück, wenn wir eine Unterkunft suchen.

Viele Grüße nach Panzano,

Heike S. Deutschland

September 2009

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