 La
Poggiolaia is surrounded by the stunning landscapes of Renaissance
paintings. Infinite
gradations of colors will amaze our guests at every footstep.
You
may walk or ride through endless fields of sunflowers and
gravel paths surrounded by rows of cypresses. You can immerse
yourself in history, studying paintings and frescoes.
You
can
visit the wonderful churches and museums of Florence and Siena, just 20 and 15 miles away.
Tuscany is known also for its delicious food. Just a few
miles down the hill you can dine in one of the local Tuscan
restaurants of Certaldo.
This medieval hilltop town, surrounded
by red brick walls,
is the birthplace of the poet and writer
Boccaccio, author of "The Decameron".
At La Poggiolaia you can taste
and buy the excellent Chianti wine as well as the Olive
Oil produced by the owners.
The views over the countryside are wide and open, and from
the swimming pool you can admire a wonderful panorama with
the towers of San Gimignano in the background.. This is also
the perfect place to read your favorite book in peace. |
