Villa la Borghetta is a relaxing and romantic four-pearl Tuscan getaway with terraces that overlook a picturesque landscape of olive and cypress trees. A charming restaurant serves Tuscan dishes that guests can learn to prepare in cooking classes, but surprisingly for a region known for food, the free breakfast isn't good. For pampering, there’s a pool in the garden and a small spa with a hot tub that gets crowded. Coffered ceilings, chandeliers, and canopy beds fill its 18 rooms and suites that have terraces and some whirlpool tubs. Villas are also available with private pools. The Chianti region and Florence are easily in reach by car, but this removed location can be problematic for guests without them. For a property with historic attractions in walking distance, travelers could try the Villa Casagrande, in the medieval town of Figline Valdarno.
Villa la Borghetta is a relaxing and romantic four-pearl Tuscan getaway with terraces that overlook a picturesque landscape of olive and cypress trees. A charming restaurant serves Tuscan dishes that guests can learn to prepare in cooking classes, but surprisingly for a region known for food, the free breakfast isn't good. For pampering, there’s a pool in the garden and a small spa with a hot tub that gets crowded. Coffered ceilings, chandeliers, and canopy beds fill its 18 rooms and suites that have terraces and some whirlpool tubs. Villas are also available with private pools. The Chianti region and Florence are easily in reach by car, but this removed location can be problematic for guests without them. For a property with historic attractions in walking distance, travelers could try the Villa Casagrande, in the medieval town of Figline Valdarno.
This park-like upper-middle-range option, located midway between Florence and Arezzo, is aimed squarely at young families. In terms of kid-friendly features, it has almost everything under the Tuscan sun, including a pair of cool aquatic complexes, multiple eateries, children’s programs, plus an amphitheater for entertainment. The lodgings, too, are family-oriented, with choices running the gamut from mobile homes, cabins, and apartments to hotel rooms and even prospectors tents—most of which have appreciated perks like kitchens and bunkbeds. The downside is that the digs are short on style, and the property as a whole is prone to crowding in peak season. If you’d prefer elegant accommodations that aren't overrun, consider Villa la Borghetta instead; it’s an upscale alternative that’s just a 10-minute drive away.
This park-like upper-middle-range option, located midway between Florence and Arezzo, is aimed squarely at young families. In terms of kid-friendly features, it has almost everything under the Tuscan sun, including a pair of cool aquatic complexes, multiple eateries, children’s programs, plus an amphitheater for entertainment. The lodgings, too, are family-oriented, with choices running the gamut from mobile homes, cabins, and apartments to hotel rooms and even prospectors tents—most of which have appreciated perks like kitchens and bunkbeds. The downside is that the digs are short on style, and the property as a whole is prone to crowding in peak season. If you’d prefer elegant accommodations that aren't overrun, consider Villa la Borghetta instead; it’s an upscale alternative that’s just a 10-minute drive away.
Set in a Medici-era villa 45 minutes from Florence by car, Hotel Villa Casagrande suits those craving authentic, medieval Tuscan character. A wealth of facilities -- including two restaurants, cooking classes, a 15th-century winery, and a spa with two pools, gym, and whirlpool -- add some resort-like panache. Original features and cultural relics set an atmospheric tone. That includes the rustic rooms, which feature modern amenities like minibars, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. Apartments with kitchens suit families, and a pleasant courtyard hosts the decent breakfast buffet in good weather (half-board plans are available). There’s also free Wi-Fi throughout, basic business facilities, and free private parking. As an alternative, Villa Le Barone is a characterful property with stunning views of the Chianti wine region. However, rates there are often higher.
Set in a Medici-era villa 45 minutes from Florence by car, Hotel Villa Casagrande suits those craving authentic, medieval Tuscan character. A wealth of facilities -- including two restaurants, cooking classes, a 15th-century winery, and a spa with two pools, gym, and whirlpool -- add some resort-like panache. Original features and cultural relics set an atmospheric tone. That includes the rustic rooms, which feature modern amenities like minibars, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. Apartments with kitchens suit families, and a pleasant courtyard hosts the decent breakfast buffet in good weather (half-board plans are available). There’s also free Wi-Fi throughout, basic business facilities, and free private parking. As an alternative, Villa Le Barone is a characterful property with stunning views of the Chianti wine region. However, rates there are often higher.
