Archive for 'Siena'

Siena is one of a Tuscany's prettiest cities and is well-worth exploring but, as you do, you may get tired and need a break – there's lots to see! Once you have found a villa with pool in Siena and are wandering around the medieval gem that is the city, you will probably find yourself in need of some rest and refreshments.

To help you out, we have compiled a list of some of the city's best recommended and cutest cafes. From bookshop and clothes store hybrid cafes to classic Tuscan eateries and quiet corners to popular hotspots, we have a good few options among these picks but all of them have something in common; they are all filled with good food, good reviews and, most importantly cute vibes.

Just read on and take note of the cafe that suits you best!     Read More

In our previous posts in this series on vacation rentals in Tuscany with incredible views, we have shined a spotlight on several properties with incredible views across the typical and beautiful Tuscan landscape, as well as over the Tuscan coast but, in this final post, it is time to focus on urban views. Here are some of the loveliest cities views Tuscany has to offer.

9. Piazza Della Signoria

Set right in the heart of Florence's town centre, in an incredibly exclusive location, surrounded by huge and famous cultural and artistic monuments, this property boasts a pretty special view. Located on the first floor of a priceless, historical building, it directly faces the Piazza della Signoria and is just a few steps from the Uffizi Gallery and the Duomo.     Read More

Continuing on from our previous posts, here are some more of our picks among our vacation rentals in Tuscany with the most extraordinary interiors. In order to ensure a perfect trip, these are the kind of homely, beautiful rentals that will allow you to sit back, relax and really enjoy your holiday, that will provide you with a base you can't wait to get back to each day.

7. Chiodo

Chiodo is a beautiful farmhouse set high in the hills between Lucca and Pisa, with magnificent views on the valley below. It is located very close to the small village of Vorno, renowned for its beautiful 17th century villas that were once summer residences for the oldest noble families in Lucca. The property has been a holiday for many years and was bought by a Dutch family in 2006, who spent more than three years of intensive renovations to transform the villa into an ideal holiday home.     Read More

Foodies flock to Tuscany year in, year out to enjoy her hearty and tasty cuisine. With roots in peasant cooking, it is a cuisine that makes the most of local ingredients to create something filling and comforting. It is mostly pasta, pizza and other savoury delights, however, that people are most familiar with and are most keen to enjoy. Tuscany's desserts are less well-loved and well-known internationally but, despite this, there are plenty of delicious treats that you should try while holidaying in the region. We have rounded up some of the best cakes that can be found in Tuscany so you can track them down after you've finished with the main courses.

1. Schiacciata alla Fiorentina

One particularly tasty example is Schiacciata alla Fiorentina. This is a very traditional Florentine cake which can be found in local pasticceria (pastry shops) all over the city.     Read More