Borgo Il Poggiaccio is a tiny ancestral hamlet dating from the 14th Century. Situated in a natural environment of unspoiled magnificence, Borgo il Poggiaccio has been completely restored, preserving its most original and characteristic features. The hamlet features a renowned restaurant serving gourmet food and famous wines—as well as a 24-hour reception, private parking, tennis court and swimming pool.

The 16 different homes of Borgo Il Poggiaccio vary in size, and can accomodate 2-6 people. Each space is architecturally unique—all with beautiful fireplaces and fully equipped kitchens.

Type A
Perfect for couples, a superior double suite that can be rented on a daily basis.

Type B
Master bedroom with private bathroom, living room with kitchen and dining area.

Type C
Pleasant and comfortable, this residence has a master bedroom with private bath and an additional attic bedroom (single or double) with small private bathroom. Guests can enjoy a living/dining room with open fireplace and a cooking area with dishwasher.

Type D
This residence is very comfortable for four, with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a large living/dining room and a kitchen or cooking area with dishwasher.

Type E
Two double bedrooms with private bathrooms, some have extra single room. Lovely living/dining room (some residences have a separate dining room, some have an open kitchen), kitchen with dishwasher.

Type F
Spacious residence with three double bedrooms, three bathrooms, living room, dining room, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher.

What to do in the Siena region of Tuscany:
The medieval town of Siena was founded by the Etruscans and later became a Roman colony. During the 13th and 14th centuries it flourished as one of the major cities of Europe, growing rich from banking and the wool trade. The 14th century saw a great amount of construction: the Duomo, the Palazzo Publico and the Campo Square were all products of this time. Siena's glory took a tragic downturn by the end of the 14th century due to the Black Death and political upheaval. The city became little more than a rural market center. It was exactly this decline that accounts for the incredible state of medieval preservation that Siena exhibits today. Built across several hills and valleys, you will find a bit of up and down while walking through the historical center. However, the lack of traffic makes it a wonderful place to stroll—even when packed with tourists, there is a quiet and easygoing feel. A must-see is the shell-shaped square called Il Campo. This is the focal point of the city as well as being the venue for the internationally renowned horse race, the Palio.

Casole d'Elsa hosts one of the most charming museums of the many recently opened/restyled in Siena. The art exhibited ranges from the Neolithic era to the XVII century. A visit to the attached Collegiata di Casole is also highly recommended.

Colle Val d'Elsa's newer outskirts offer very few attractions, aside from the crystal manufacturing—but the old town/historical center, Colle Alta, deserves to be seen. Particularly interesting in Colle Alta is the Palazzo Campana, built in the XVI century by the architect Agnolo di Baccio d'Agnolo. This private building looks like a city gate, or a triumphal arch, and dominates the main street of Colle. The Cathedral shows a rich collection of paintings from the XVII century. Don't miss the dramatic and intense Nativity by Rutilio Manetti (fourth chapel on the right, looking to the main altar).

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