Are you planning your vacation for 2021? Are you wondering where you can go with all the restrictions imposed by the Coronavirus pandemic?
Surely, one of the best solutions is to choose a holiday in nature, outside the crowded city centers, to enjoy a few days of relaxation and the possibility of doing many outdoor activities. We present our list of best Agriturismo (farmhouses) with swimming pool in Tuscany.
From the hills outside Florence to the Chianti vineyards to the Maremma plain, Tuscany offers dozens of opportunities to enjoy a holiday in the countryside.
Our map will help you visualize where the mentioned farmhouses are located.
1 – Tenuta Croce di Bibbiano
The Croce di Bibbiano estate, immersed in the typical green of the Tuscan landscape, is located near San Gimignano and offers a direct panoramic view of the famous medieval towers of the village. The estate was an ancient medieval monastery used as an intermediate stop between San Gimignano and Colle Val d’Elsa by pilgrims on the Via Francigena.
The estate offers accommodation in rooms or apartments. The outdoor swimming pool is available for all visitors. In addition, it will be possible to participate in wine tastings, as well as other outdoor activities.
2 – Castello La Leccia
The La Leccia Castle is one of the finest structures in the Chianti region. The Castle is often used for weddings and receptions and also as a photographic set. The castle is a medieval village from the 11th century, now renovated.
The castle stands on top of a hill and both the swimming pool and the dining room offer a panoramic view over the Tuscan hills. The food is great and the wine is produced from local wineries which can be visited.
3 – Borgo dé Brandi
The Borgo dé Brandi is an enchanting estate immersed in the Sienese countryside. The Agriturismo offers apartments complete with bathroom and kitchen, as well as an outdoor swimming pool and the possibility to buy local food and wine products.
Borgo dé Brandi is located on a hill in front of Monteriggione and therefore offers a direct overview of the medieval city, famous for its intact walls.
4 – Fattoria Pratale
The Fattoria Pratale offers a complex of apartments with an outdoor swimming pool immersed in the Tuscan countryside. The farm is located not too far from Florence and very close to Badia a Passignano, a very characteristic medieval village, which we recommend a visit.
5 – Sant’Egle Organic Farm
The Sant’Engle organic farm has built its image around the concept of a sustainable holiday and is the perfect place for the eco-tourist. The farm produces its organic products, which can be tried and bought on the spot, as well as shipped to your residence.
The farmhouse is surrounded by nature near Lake Bolsena and offers various outdoor activities such as trekking, horseback riding, holistic massages or barbeque under the stars. The outdoor bio-pool is built only with natural materials and the water is purified with a natural purification cycle.
The price for this corner of organic paradise is definitely affordable.
6 – Relais Villa Grazianella
The Villa Grazianella is part of the Tenute del Cerro, wine farms famous for the production of excellent Nobile di Montepulciano wine. The villa offers double bedrooms and apartments for six people, all with access to the swimming pool overlooking the Tuscan olive groves.
7 – Tenuta La Bandita
La Bandita Estate is a typical Tuscan agriturismo located on the first hills overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. The location is excellent if you want to combine a relaxing stay in nature with easy access to the beach and the sea. The farmhouse consists of a beautiful 19th-century Tuscan villa, surrounded by 35 hectares of olive groves, elms and vineyards. The farmhouse offers an outdoor swimming pool, double bedrooms and an excellent Tuscan restaurant.
8 – Podere Cunina
The Podere Cunina is a fully-fledged agriturismo: it offers the opportunity to stay overnight in apartments, taste local products (honey, oil and saffron), enjoy relaxation in the outdoor pool as well as the possibility of doing activities, such as classes of Tuscan cuisine.
The farm is located in an excellent position near the towns of Montalcino and Pienza.
9 – Agriturismo Humile
The Agriturimo Humile combines the charm of the country estate with luxurious and refined furniture, with a beautiful garden and a seasonal swimming pool. The farmhouse is located in Chianciano Terme, about 10 km from Montepulciano and a short distance from Lake Trasimeno.
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10 – Sweet Cottage Agriturismo
Located in Marina di Grosseto, the Sweet Cottage Agriturismo is less than 2 km away from the beach. This farmhouse is a great choice if you are looking for a middle ground between the sea and the countryside. The property offers an outdoor pool, air-conditioned rooms and a continental breakfast.
11 – Antico Casale l’Impostino
Antico Casale l’Impostino is part of the Impostino estate, famous for its Montecucco Rosso wine. The cellar and the 50 hectares of vineyards can be visited. The farmhouse offers spacious double bedrooms, a large garden with a swimming pool and buffet breakfast.
The agriturismo is located near Civitella Marittima and Casale di Pari.
12 – Andana Tenuta la Badiola
The Andana is an estate in Castiglione della Pescaia, not far from the Tyrrhenian coast. The estate is a luxury resort that includes a huge garden with an outdoor swimming pool, an excellent Tuscan restaurant, an indoor spa and the possibility of doing sports such as golf and horseback riding.
There’s even a helicopter landing pad! The seal is exceptional, but the price is not for all budgets.
13 – Agriturismo Casale Dello Sparviero
The Casale dello Sparviero is a typical Tuscan agriturismo and winery. The farmhouse is built in a former monastery and offers complete apartments for 2-4 people with panoramic views of the garden and the Chianti vineyards. The outdoor pool offers a not indifferent view.
14 – Borgo Casa al Vento
The Borgo Casa al Vento is an enchanting complex of rustic Tuscan farmhouses nestled in the hilly Chianti countryside. The Borgo is a very large agriturismo that includes rooms, suites and apartments, as well as a garden with a swimming pool and a restaurant. The agriturismo is often used for weddings and receptions. Despite the quality of the farmhouse, the prices are affordable.
15 – Fattoria Vallorsi e Agriturismo
The Vallorsi farmhouse is located on the hills near Livorno and Pisa. The agriturismo offers only complete apartments as accommodation and is certainly an ideal choice to enjoy the tranquility of the Tuscan hills, access to the swimming pool in the garden, excellent wine tastings and the possibility of hiking in the area.
The price of the apartments can reach around € 50 per person per night, which is much lower than the average in the region for structures with such a high level of quality.
16 – Agriturismo Il Pelago
Located a stone’s throw from Marina di Castegneto Carducci, the farmhouse Il Pelago is a great choice for families with children. The garden is very large and the pool has a section for children. The structure consists of apartments for 4 people, ideal for families. The location just 2 km from the beach allows you to combine a holiday in the countryside with that by the sea.
17 – Le Terre Rosse farmhouse
Located a short distance from San Gimignano, the Agriturismo Le Terre Rosse is a charming property with a restaurant overlooking the garden with a swimming pool. It is possible to stay overnight in the cottage in finely furnished double rooms.
18 – Borgo San Luigi
The Borgo San Luigi is a luxury resort located in a perfect position on the Sienese hills. The village is an oasis of relaxation and entertainment with over 60,000 square meters of outdoor spaces, with a swimming pool, garden and tennis courts. Despite the luxury structure, the prices of the double rooms are affordable, while they go up widely only for the suites.
19 – La Cerreta – Terme di Sassetta
The agriturismo Cerretta – Terme di Sassetta offers a unique location for a holiday of relaxation and well-being. The farmhouse offers its visitors its wellness center consisting of a thermal bath, 3 thermal pools with hydromassage and a sauna. The pools are outdoor and surrounded by greenery.
The double rooms are located in three buildings dating back to the 18th century and renovated in a rustic style.
20 – Country Villas Fattoria Le Guardiole
The villas of the Fattoria Le Guardiola are a corner of paradise on the hills of the Tuscan Maremma, located between Lake Bolsena and Porto Ercole, near the border with Lazio. The farmhouse offers accommodation in double bedrooms, with access to the gardens and a swimming pool.
21 – Podere Castellare
The Podere Castellare is a beautiful agriturismo located a few kilometers from Florence. The farmhouse, in addition to offering a fascinating view of the hilly landscape, hosts the first London Dry Gin distillery in Italy. You can visit the distillery and enjoy a fantastic gin and tonic at sunset.
22 – Agriturismo Zampugna
The Zampugna farmhouse consists of two structures that include apartments and rooms, all with access to an outdoor swimming pool with panoramic views. The farmhouse is located near Pienza, an interesting historic town, a Unesco world heritage site.
23 – Agriturismo Poggio a Poppi
The Agriturismo Poggio a Poppi, located in the hills between the towns of Poppi and Bibbiena, offers accommodation in double bedrooms or apartments, renovated in a rustic style. The farmhouse produces exquisite jams with the fruits of its own orchard. The swimming pool and the garden offer a remarkable panoramic view.
24 – Poggio Martino
The farmhouse Poggio Martino is located in the countryside between Montepulciano and Lake Trasimeno. The estate dates back to the 17th century and was owned by Pope Pius II. The apartments for 2 to 8 people are furnished in a rustic style. The garden with the swimming pool is surrounded by elms and cypresses and offers a relaxing experience between one excursion and another.
25 – Castello Di Gabbiano
The agriturismo is obtained from Gabbiano Castle, a historic fourteenth-century castle, and its 100 hectares of vineyards and olive groves. The rooms are finely furnished in a rustic and Renaissance style. The estate breeds renowned wines that are worth tasting. The cellars and vineyards are open to visits. This farmhouse is certainly one of the most luxurious in the region.
26 – Agriturismo Borgo Il Bonagino
Perfectly located in the Chianti region, the farmhouse Borgo Il Bonagino is a fairytale place to spend a few relaxing days. The farmhouse is ideal for lovers of typical Tuscan flavors and offers wine, oil and honey tastings.
The village is made up of several rustic buildings used as apartments for 2 to 8 people. The garden, the swimming pool and the hospitality of the owners make you feel at home.
27 – Agriturismo Canale
Immersed in the Tuscan countryside of Peccioli, the Agriturismo Canale specializes in the production of oil. The structure consists of several farmhouses that house delightful apartments for 4 to 7 people. The garden and the large swimming pool are available for all guests.
28 – Poggio al Casone
Surrounded by beautiful vineyards, the farmhouse Poggio al Casone offers accommodation in apartments, all equipped with a kitchenette. The 16 hectares of vineyards produce tasty wines that you can taste and buy. The garden with a swimming pool cannot be missed.
29 – Rocca Di Castagnoli
The agriturismo Rocca of Castagnoli, centrally located in the Chianti Classico region, it is made up of several rustic buildings that house double bedrooms and apartments. The farmhouse is known for its wine production: you can visit the cellars and participate in a wine tasting.
30 – I Nidi di Belforte
The Nidi di Belforte is an agriturismo located on the hills on the border between Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna, a few kilometers away from Florence. This farmhouse is not among the most luxurious, but it has all the essential features for quality relaxation in nature. Furthermore, the prices of its apartments are within everyone’s reach.
31 – Tenuta dei Cavalieri
The Tenuta dei Cavalieri (Estate of the Knights), as the name suggests, it is a farm specialized in equestrian activities. The estate offers a B&B and farmhouse service, but it is also a sports center that offers activities such as horse riding, archery, tennis, soccer and obviously the use of the outdoor swimming pool.
32 – Agriturismo Bio Aia Della Colonna
The organic farmhouse Aia della Colonna is located in the Maremma countryside, near the thermal baths of Saturnia. The farm is a Slow Food presidium with animal breeding on its 240 hectares of land following the rules of organic farming. It is also possible to take cooking and ceramics courses.
Guests will enjoy access to the outdoor swimming pool. The prices of the rooms and apartments are within the reach of all budgets and certainly, this farm is an excellent compromise between quality-price-experience.
33 – La Fornace di San Galgano
Located a few kilometers from Siena, La Fornace di San Galgano is an agriturismo immersed in the Tuscan countryside, which offers accommodation in apartments for 2 to 4 people, as well as access to the outdoor swimming pool. The name of the farm comes from the name of the furnace that once stood where the cottage is now. The furnace transformed the clay into the Tuscan “cotto”. The same bricks found in the excavations were used for the renovation of the cottage.