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Beautiful recently restored historic farmhouse with swimming pool in middle of Tuscan countryside. Amazing view of nearby hilltop village. Seven independent apartments. Lots of wonderful local eating: olive oil, wine, cheese, etc all produced locally. Lots to do for those who want nature (its on the slopes of Monte Amiata with national nature parks) or culture (every Tuscan town has something beautiful!)
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Just steps from Piazza Grande and the cathedral, the family-run Duomo adds rustic accents such as wooden dressers and cast-iron bedsteads to its otherwise comfortably modern decor. There’s a small courtyard for al fresco breakfasts in summer.
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In 1997 this 17th-century palazzo was opened as an exclusive hotel, with baths sheathed in the marbles of this mining town between Forte dei Marmi and Viareggio.
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In the centre of this quaint town, eight modestly-sized rooms mix the contemporary and the antique – engraved headboards, wooden dressers and exposed walls vie with modern baths and glass table tops.
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The best of both worlds: a gorgeous beach-side villa, plus access, via an under-the-road tunnel, to the modern hotel Augustus, with its pool, restaurant and live music club.
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Everything an island retreat should be. The terraces of most rooms enjoy expansive views over the owner’s vines and olives to the wooded headland of Sant’Andrea. You can walk these paths to the resort’s beach or to a secluded cove. Rooms are simply furnished, tile-floored and comfortable.
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Tiny, much-requested hotel in Mauro and Nadia’s own home (Mauro may even entertain you with his accordion). Perched atop St Catharine’s convent, the whitewashed rooms are quiet, and two have views of the Duomo.
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Casa Portagioia is an elegant yet relaxed country retreat near the towns of Cortona and Castiglion Fiorentino– somewhere between a country hotel and your best friend’s home. It is a place where you can relax, take time to reflect on your travels and to be energized and enthused in to seeing more of the wonderful places Tuscany (and Umbria) have to offer.
Casa Portagioia offers 5 independent guest bedrooms and 2 suite apartments, all with luxury bathrooms. (Four of the bedrooms and both apartments benefit from air-conditioning). Their accommodations are fresh and inviting. For a Tuscan country B&B you’ll find everything ‘just so’ from the comfortable orthopaedic beds to the modern bright bathrooms to the lovely views of the gardens and surrounding Tuscan hillside.
You might also be at Casa Portagioia for one of their dinner parties. During the summer these take place on one of our terraces overlooking the bucolic splendour of the valley. A five-course feast is served – and you might like to try some of Tuscany’s finest and award winning wines from our cellar.
The focal points of Casa Portagioia are the spectacular pool with its panoramic views of the Tuscan countryside and Casa Portagioia’s gardens. The Cyprus lined drive, the lavender, roses, rosemary and ginistra mingle with terracotta pots bursting with summer colours and fragrances.
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Casale Ulivo
is a charming characteristic farmhouse situated in one of the most picturesque areas of the Chiana Valley, with breathtaking views of the rolling hills.
www.casaleulivo.it
0039 347 0960551
serecare@alice.it
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Medieval castle turned spectacular hostelry. Though far from civilization, with a fine restaurant and pool, it feels less removed than many a rural retreat. Apartments are also available.
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For a standard, double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes and extra charges.
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