Hotels and pensions Florence / Firenze

Set in the Chianti hills, this stone guesthouse features an outdoor pool and is located in the rural hamlet of Salvadonica. Surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, it offers en suite accommodation with Tuscan-style furnishings and free Wi-Fi. Air-conditioned rooms and suites are uniquely decorated and have different rustic features, such as wrought-iron beds, frescoed walls, or exposed wood-beamed ceilings. Pastries, jams, cold meats and cheeses feature in the buffet breakfast , which is served in a room overlooking the Tuscan hills. The Salvadonica also features a small restaurant, open for lunch and dinner, which serves local specialities and the property’s own olive oil and wine. Guests can relax in the large garden, which encircles the swimming pool and overlooks the Tuscan countryside. Massages under the gazebo can be booked upon request. The property provides free private parking and is well placed for visiting Florence, 20 km away. Siena can be reached by car in 50 minutes.

Set in a renovated historical villa from the early 20th century surrounded by a 10-hectare park, Villa Sestilia Guest House is 4 km from Montaione. It offers a swimming pool and a tennis court. The buffet breakfast is served daily and includes homemade cakes, jams, and savoury products. Juices and cereal are also provided. The restaurant specialises in Tuscan dishes. All elegant and air conditioned, the rooms feature big windows overlooking the park, a flat-screen TV, and an en suite bathroom with toiletry set. They have antique furnishings. The San Miniato Golf Course is a 20-minute drive from the property, while the San Vivaldo Monastery is 10 km away.