Agriturismo Antico Podere La Martinella

With many thanks to our hosts who did so much to accommodate us for our second visit. The well-equipped little apartment is a rustic delight in lots of countryside and working farms close to lovely San Quirico. Perfect for relaxed walking with the dog and to use as a comfortable base for exploring further afield in this stunning part of Tuscany.

The location is great as it is just outside of San Quirico d'Orcia. I visited in the summer where it was hot and there were lots of mosquitoes so it was an easy 5 minute drive into the town. On a nice day, you can do a 15 minute walk into the town. In addition, this agriturismo's central location in the Tuscany region allows an easy drive to places like Montalcino, Montepulciano, Monticchiello, Bagno Vignoni (thermal hot springs town), Pienza, and Cortona and Siena (both a bit over an hour of drive time). Bring mosquito spray if you're someone who gets bit a lot. Rossano was nice enough to provide some for me to hold me over while I purchased more at the COOP in town. Also, Rossano provided a few fans to keep the rooms cool since it was a hot summer week during my visit! There is a washing machine and for drying clothes, you can use the drying rack provided. It was a nice feature. Used the washer everyday! The gift basket at check in was a nice personal touch! Parking is available right outside your door for those that bring your own rental vehicle or personal vehicle. Rossano also runs a small wineshop in San Quirico d'Orcia called Enoteca '443. You can go there to check out their selection as well as get tourist advice on things to do around the area!

Highly recommend! 10 minutes walk from the old city centre yet totally secluded from any disruptive civilization. Kind and genuine local hosts working their lands while accommodating travellers. Stable WiFi connection, well equipped kitchen, clean bathroom.