Il Fienile del Poggiolo :a family cottage close to Florence: valley views

First of all, the place is just a Tuscan dream. You wake up to the sound of the wind flowing through the mountains and a subtle sunlight that’s guarded by the mountains surrounding you. Second, the cottage is so connected to nature that it really gives you the chance to finally relax, eat, read a book or do whatever you need to recharge. Finally, Maria Luisa is such a sweet lady and she really gives you all the details (and space) you need to work around all the utilities. We highly recommend staying here if your looking to desconnect and relax.

We absolutely loved staying at Maria Luisa's place. It was perfect and we will definitely go back. The house was beautifully decorated and perfect for a family with children. The garden and pool were amazing. It was the perfect setting for a very relaxed vacation.

Our stay here with Maria Luisa was the best place to unwind and enjoy everything nature has to offer. As a group of 7 women we all had our own space to retreat. Whether it was at the pool, in a hammock, in the beautiful gardens, there was a place for everyone. The pool and garden area was a favourite place to enjoy the vast surroundings. Maria Luisa was a gracious host ensuring all our needs were met. One week was not long enough. Each dwelling on the property had it’s own particular charm. This home was perfect for my sister and myself. A cozy, picturesque place that we called home and look forward to returning to some day. Thank you Maria Luisa for a memorable time in Italy!

The house was very nice located. When we arrived we were warm welcomed by Maria Luisa, where she explained everything. The road to Vierle is a challenge the first time, but you’ll get used to it soon enough, just drive slowly.. The poolside is just outside the garden fence and the view over there is so nice and peaceful. The pool is not too deep, so useful for our kids. Shops in Londa are small, but they have all the stuff you need. In Dicomano or Borgo San Lorenzo there are bigger supermarkets. We did the tour around the Olive factory, hosted by Maria Luisa, which was lovely! Her son Tommaso and his wife Nanette also hosted a wine tastery on their own vineyard, which is absolutely a recommendation to visit and experience. In the neighborhood, little towns like Poppi (great castle!), Loro Ciuffenna, Certaldo and San Gimignano are definately worth a visit. Virenze/Florence is very touristic, but so full of beautiful buildings, it is overwhelming! You could spend weeks there to visit everything… And last but not least: the caffé, the wine, the food in Italy is amazing. We’ve had only good and tasty food! Thanks!