San Gimignano

the city of towers

Tuscany

discovery Tuscany

TuscanyTuscany extends over the heart of central Italy. Tuscany is especially known for the works of art present in its cities and for the beauty of its landscape, easily accessible by driving along the road. Florence, Siena, Pisa, Lucca, Pistoia, Arezzo, Grosseto, Livorno are the most famous cities, but discover all the little villages around it’s even more exiting: San Gimignano, Pienza, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Cortona  and Volterra for example, are true, perfectly preserved, historical villages that hold invaluable works of art, food tradition, history. One of the best things to do along a Tour in Tuscany is taste all the typical product. Start from the famous wine of Chianti, accompanied …

San Gimignano is a small town in the province of Siena, rich in charm and history.The town of San Gimignano is located nearly halfway between Florence and Siena, from which it is respectively 60 and 45 km, and is easily accessible by car or bus. The city was built on a hill about 300 meters and enjoys a privileged view over the picturesque landscape of the Val d 'Elsa surroundings. The hill, as evidenced by various objects found in the municipal area was inhabited since the Etruscan and Hellenistic period, probably due to its dominant position which allowed easier to keep under control the valley.

San Gimignano was named around the tenth century AD in honor of San Geminiano, Bishop of Modena who lived in the fourteenth century, said the 'had saved from' appearing in their barbarous assault on the city walls. San Gimignano in the Middle Ages had its most prosperous period, thanks to being crossed by the Via Francigena, one of the main roads of that 'era. The city was an important reference point for many traders, travelers and especially for the many faithful who made pilgrimages to Rome and in need of hospitality and, often, for assistance. At the end of the 1100 San Gimignano was embellished with seventy towers, which were built by many wealthy families to flaunt their wealth and power. They are still beautiful fourteen towers remained to characterize the city center and make unique and recognizable profile of San Gimignano. Despite the passing of the centuries, San Gimignano has managed to preserve its medieval charm and is still arguably one of the little treasures of Tuscany. The "city of beautiful towers" as it is rightly called, was declared Patrimony of 'humanity from' UNESCO in 1990.

Tenuta Sant'Ilario - San Gimignano

Agriturismo near Florence, swimming pool, lovely interior.

Tenuta Sant’Ilario covers 62 hectares and is situated on top of the hills of the Chianti Fiorentino, near to all the most important cities of art and culture, such as Florence, San Gimignano, Siena and Volterra. On the estate it is possible to find the most characteristic of Tuscan scenery: olive groves and vineyards surround our villas and apartments and it is also possible to enjoy magnificent walks in the ancient oak and holms oak woods, leading down to the lake where roe deer and fallow deer love to linger. If you walks into the floor of the valley there are creeks and small waterfalls formed by the streams that feed into the property! Tenuta Sant’Ilario has three separate villas and five self-contained apartments. If the guests prefer, breakfast can also be served directly to their room, where they can enjoy perfect privacy. Guaranteed an high standard of quality!

Monte Gonfoli San Gimignano

Holiday house in San Gimignano, swimming pool, panoramic, big apartments.

Location: San Gimignano (Siena) panoramic view on the famous tower of San Gimignano. Immersed in a valley, with a superb view over the towers of San Gimignano, this old house from the 1600 is a wonderful holiday house in Toscane. 6 apartments, all for 4+2 people, in a relaxing and quiet atmosphere. All the  holiday house have high ceiling, spacious living room, fully equipped. Some of them have the terrace, some  a garden equipped with table and chairs. Good Quality/Price for the area of San Gimignano.

Agriturismo Torrino - Volterra, S.Gimignano

Agriturismo near San Gimignano, swimming pool, lovely interior, riding horses, panoramic.

Mauro and Claudia are the energetic and happy owners of this lovely Bio-Agriturismo near by San Gimignano. They live here, with the guests, to share a farm daily life taking care of all their friends: Milù and Tommy the dogs; Gigetto&Gigetta the turtles; Heide and Peter the goats; Romeo the donkey…and so on! The holiday houses are furnished with modern and tasteful interiors (thanks to Claudia!). Each apartment is big (80-100 mq) and has a private space outside for lunch or dinner set with table, chairs and gazebo. The position of the Agriturismo is really panoramic: from the swimming pool (really well maintained) the entire valley of Montaione (20 km from San Gimignano) is in front of you with its typical Tuscany landscape. The farm produces olive oil of excellent quality. Of course you can have a bottle for your salads! For next spring a lawn will be layed as a playground for plenty of games for children (or parents too!)

Guardastelle Charme B&B - San Gimignano

Bed&Breakfast in San Gimignano, stunning view, elegant interior, wine tasting

Brand new Wine Agriturismo in San Gimignano, runs by a young couple: Fausto and Susanna. The most impressive view of San Gimignano and the towers ever experienced!Every morning is possible to enjoy the breakfast on the terrace overlooking San Gimignano, which is far only few kilometres. Really interesting is to walk until the city following the path that connect Guardastelle with San Gimignano, it will take about half hour, surrounded by olive trees and vineyard, what an experience!Really nice furnished, every rooms and apartments have charm and its own style. The apartments have also a private garden available, with a porch for your enjoying. The garden is really well kept and many colourful flowers make the atmosphere as a fairy tail!  Abundant continental breakfast served every morning on the panoramic terrace, and a divine swimming pool represent certainly a top services.The winery is just below the property, for your day dedicate at Chianti wine!