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A September 2005 trip to Tuscany by nrf

Quote: Tavarnelle Val di Pesa is a quiet spot between Florence and Siena that is a good base for day trips to the many hill towns and villages of Tuscany.

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Sovigliano

Hotel

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A top notch bed and breakfast, located between Florence and Siena. The rooms are large, tastefully furnished, very well kept with good modern private baths.On the ground floor you can enjoy a lounge, breakfast room and snack area that are very nice. The grounds, including a large swimming pool, are pleasant with splendid views of the surrounding hillsides. You are in the midst of olive groves and vineyards, a relaxing place to take a break from city noise.We liked Tavarnelle as a base to explore Chianti. There are countless historical towns worth visiting, all within easy driving distance.The family that operates Sovigliano will provide every assistance you require but your privacy is respected too. W...Read More

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on May 6, 2006

Sovigliano
Strada Magliano, 9
Tuscany, Italy 50028
+39 (055) 807-6217

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Sovigliano

Attraction

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Located between Florence and Siena, this is a wonderful base to explore central Tuscany and adjoining provinces. Scenery is gorgeous and the weather and roads are fine.There are many great towns and villages to visit. We suggest you develop a few circle tours to realize the highlights. Siena is an obvious choice worth a whole day. Another time, drive southwest to San Gimignano then travel on to Volterra. To the southeast, so many places should not be missed. A partial list would include Cortona, Montepulciano, Arezzo, Assisi and others. Each place is a bit different so do some research and determine what suits your interests. Don’t plan too much for one day; less is always more.Once, we thought a sing...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on May 6, 2006

Sovigliano
Strada Magliano, 9
Tuscany, Italy