Farmstay Podere Il Fornacino

I had the pleasure of staying at Podere Il Fornacino in 2015 and I have wanted to revisit ever since. I was finally able to get back in September 2023, this time with my young family in tow. There aren’t enough superlatives for this place. We stayed in the safari tent which was the very definition of ‘glamping’ the perfect mix of luxury (with the comfortable bed, stunning linens, stand alone bathtub, and all kitchen and bathroom mod cons) and being close to nature (with the outdoor shower nestled into an olive tree, the private hot tub and sauna with views over the rolling countryside, and the gorgeous outside deck). The setting is so peaceful and quiet and yet there are busy seaside towns and picturesque medieval villages (and more) within easy reach. Lora is an exemplary host, friendly and approachable with nothing being too much trouble. And lastly, but by no means least, the breakfast is second to none: a buffet of sweet and savoury delights with delicious local ingredients, many grown on the grounds of the farm itself. I hope to come back, and much sooner this time.

We had a great few days at fornacino. The kids loved playing with the dogs and cats especially. Lora and Marco were very friendly and the food at breakfast was delicious. We made pizzas one night too which was fun. It’s so chilled here the perfect place to escape too.

There are many great places, but there are few that are epic. This farm hotel is definitely one of them! The house itself is very comfortable with stylish decorations. All the details would surprise you : from the choice of books at the bedside table to a modern hub to connect your devices to the TV (on the painter’s stand! what a great idea . The bed had orthopaedic mattress, so our night was fantastic. Besides total calm (and mosquito nets! have protected our sleep, so even my sleep tracker got surprised. In the morning we’ve had one of the greatest breakfasts (more of a brunch, though it was Monday everything was tasty, home made, and with such a choice that even big name hotels find it hard to compete. The house is in the middle of a huge territory with some lovely animals living there (kids have enjoyed meeting them . The swimming pool offers breathtaking views on Tuscany fields. The host is incredibly charming and interesting person who really is the soul of this great place. We would definitely come back again.

Nice place immersed in the green hills of pisa, only sins the impossibility to dine in the structure

Excellent structure managed by young people extremely friendly and welcoming. advice.