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Località Calcinaia di Sciano, 30/B,
50052, Certaldo, (FI), Toscana, Italia
Tel. +39 3296025064
The ideal location to immerse yourself in a holiday of relaxation and unique experiences.
Podere Calcinaia:
Your home in Tuscany
There is a time for everything; for thirty years, time at Podere Calcinaia has been marked solely by the seasons, by work in the fields and by the care of our vineyards. We were born as a farm, and in the silence of these hills we built our story, made of hard work, dedication and love for the fruits of the land. Today, after three decades lived with our feet in the furrow and our gaze turned to the vines, we decided it was time to make room for you too.
Tuscany Home was born this way, simply. It’s not a hotel, but an extension of our everyday life. We open the doors of our estate to offer you a welcome that doesn’t seek formal luxury but the truth of small things: the sound of the wind through the rows, the honest taste of a glass of wine made where you yourselves sleep, and the feeling of finally being at home. Come visit us, not as tourists but as guests of our family.
The perfect location
Podere Calcinaia is located in Certaldo, a splendid medieval village in the heart of Tuscany and the birthplace of Giovanni Boccaccio. Just a few minutes from the Podere is Certaldo Alto, the historic part of the town, preserved intact over time, which is absolutely worth a visit and can also be reached by a charming funicular.
Certaldo is about 40 kilometers north of Siena, whose historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is a must-see stop during your holiday in Tuscany.
Florence, cradle of the Renaissance and the region’s capital, is only 45 kilometers to the north.
Its historic center, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is famous worldwide for its culture, Renaissance art, and its iconic monuments.
Other ideal destinations for a day trip are the nearby and very famous San Gimignano (only 15 km away), the Etruscan town of Volterra, and the beaches of the Tuscan coast.
Points of interest
Certaldo Alto (3 km / 5 minutes): The red-brick medieval village right above us, birthplace of Giovanni Boccaccio. Perfect for an evening stroll or a typical dinner.
San Gimignano (15 km / 15 minutes): The famous "Town of Fine Towers", a UNESCO site, known worldwide for its intact medieval skyline and Vernaccia wine.
Monteriggioni (30 km / 30 minutes): The tiny, charming village enclosed within its intact medieval walls, also mentioned by Dante Alighieri.
Volterra (40 km / 40 minutes): An ancient, atmospheric town of Etruscan origin, perched on a hill and famous for alabaster craftsmanship.
Abbey of San Galgano and the Sword in the Stone ( 55 km / 50 minutes ): A magical place, unique in the world. It includes the grand roofless 13th-century abbey and, a short walk away at the Hermitage of Montesiepi, the real sword driven into the rock by Saint Galgano in 1180.
Pienza (95 km / 1 hour 20 minutes): The Renaissance "ideal city" commissioned by Pope Pius II, a UNESCO site in the heart of the Val d'Orcia. Very famous for its romantic lanes (like Via dell'Amore) and for the outstanding Pienza pecorino cheese.
The Great Art Cities (UNESCO World Heritage)
Siena (42 km / 40 minutes): Piazza del Campo, the Cathedral, and the unique atmosphere of the Contrade alleyways. A must-stop south of the Podere.
Florence (45 km / 45 minutes): The cradle of the Renaissance. Easily reachable also by train from Certaldo station to avoid the stress of parking.
Pisa (75 km / 1 hour): Famous worldwide for the Piazza dei Miracoli and its iconic Leaning Tower.
Lucca (90 km / 1 hour 15 minutes): A splendid art city known for its imposing 16th-century walls, fully walkable on foot or by bike.
The Sea and the Tuscan Coast (Day trips)
Etruscan Coast / Cecina and Castiglioncello (about 85 km / 1 hour 15 minutes): The closest, easiest beaches for a sea day, with cool pinewoods and cliffs alternating with sand.
Bolgheri (95 km / 1 hour 20 minutes): World-famous for its majestic Cypress Avenue almost 5 km long, celebrated by Giosuè Carducci, and for being the cradle of Italy’s greatest red wines.
Versilia / Viareggio and Forte dei Marmi (about 110 km / 1 hour 20 minutes): Large equipped beaches, historic beach clubs, and a lively nightlife and cultural scene.
Castagneto Carducci (100 km / 1 hour 25 minutes): A charming hilltop village overlooking the coast, where the poet Carducci lived—perfect to pair with a beach day or a winery tour along the coast.
Gulf of Baratti and Populonia (about 130 km / 1 hour 40 minutes): For those seeking unspoilt sea combined with history, thanks to Etruscan archaeological remains overlooking the beautiful bay.
Relax & Wellness (Thermal Spas in Tuscany)
Gambassi Thermal Baths (10 km / 10 minutes): The closest of all, known for Acqua di Pillo, ideal for quick treatments and relaxation just steps from the Podere.
Rapolano Thermal Baths (75 km / 1 hour): Set in the Crete Senesi, perfect for relaxing in warm outdoor thermal pools in both summer and winter.
Bagno Vignoni (95 km / 1 hour 15 minutes): In the stunning Val d'Orcia, unique in the world for its central square made up of a huge pool of hot thermal water.
Saturnia Thermal Baths (about 150 km / 2 hours): The famous natural open-air waterfalls set in the Maremma, ideal for a full-day trip out.
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