Currency Exchange
Current exchange rates can be found here http://www.xe.com/ucc/
There are also several banks in Montaione which is approximately 8KM away
http://www.visitmontaione.com/tuscany_travel.htm
Azienda - Agricola - Il Poggio
Il Poggio is one of Tuscany's best kept secrets within it tree-lined boundaries - one can find a tranquillity and a calm that has remained unchanged for centuries allowing one to truly connect with some of the essence of Italy and to enjoy the simple pleasures of life once more.Here, its classical Tuscan architecture overlooks the gently rolling hills which in the summer sun blaze with radiant greens and yellows.Deep in the country and yet within an hour's drive of some of Italy's most famous attractions like Florence, Pisa, Siena and Lucca - Il Poggio is also blessed by its proximity to less known, but no less stunning attractions, like San Gimignano, San Miniato, Certaldo, Volterra or the coast.Originally a farm house dating back to the Middle Ages - the exterior of the main building has been painstakingly preserved. The origins of Il Poggio can be traced back to The Strozzis, a noble Florentine family which owned property all over the region. Walk down its ancient cypress-tree lined driveway and in no time you will come across the the tiny village of Sughera, which was once a castle dating back to the twelfth century.The Ancient and beautiful farmhouse - typically Tuscan in style - has been painstakingly restored to its former splendour using many of the original building methods and tools. Inside, much of the furnishing is true to the traditional Tuscan, 'country' style.Il Poggio is still a working farm and produces a variety of organic produce, most of which is sold locally. However, now the old farmhouse, and its outbuildings, have been converted into seventeen, self-contained apartments, which house between two and six people each. Each part of the farmhouse is still referred to by the name denoting its original use for example the Pigsty or 'La Porcilaia' and each apartment is named after a plant or tree, indigenous to the region.Since 1979 it has been run by a local farming family and in spite of its popularity it is still very much a family business. You will be able to find out much about Il Poggio on the pages which follow but if you do require any additional information about its history, facilities or products, please do contact us in any way convenient and if you don't speak Italian - don't worry we also understand German, English and French!
Il Poggio is one of Tuscany's best kept secrets within it tree-lined boundaries - one can find a tranquillity and a calm that has remained unchanged for centuries allowing one to truly connect with some of the essence of Italy and to enjoy the simple pleasures of life once more.
Here, its classical Tuscan architecture overlooks the gently rolling hills which in the summer sun blaze with radiant greens and yellows.
Deep in the country and yet within an hour's drive of some of Italy's most famous attractions like Florence, Pisa, Siena and Lucca - Il Poggio is also blessed by its proximity to less known, but no less stunning attractions, like San Gimignano, San Miniato, Certaldo, Volterra or the coast.
Originally a farm house dating back to the Middle Ages - the exterior of the main building has been painstakingly preserved. The origins of Il Poggio can be traced back to The Strozzis, a noble Florentine family which owned property all over the region. Walk down its ancient cypress-tree lined driveway and in no time you will come across the the tiny village of Sughera, which was once a castle dating back to the twelfth century.
The Ancient and beautiful farmhouse - typically Tuscan in style - has been painstakingly restored to its former splendour using many of the original building methods and tools. Inside, much of the furnishing is true to the traditional Tuscan, 'country' style.
Il Poggio is still a working farm and produces a variety of organic produce, most of which is sold locally. However, now the old farmhouse, and its outbuildings, have been converted into seventeen, self-contained apartments, which house between two and six people each. Each part of the farmhouse is still referred to by the name denoting its original use for example the Pigsty or 'La Porcilaia' and each apartment is named after a plant or tree, indigenous to the region.
Since 1979 it has been run by a local farming family and in spite of its popularity it is still very much a family business. You will be able to find out much about Il Poggio on the pages which follow but if you do require any additional information about its history, facilities or products, please do contact us in any way convenient and if you don't speak Italian - don't worry we also understand German, English and French!
Il Poggio accommodation consists of 17 self-contained apartments. These vary in size; the smallest have just one separate bedroom - but using camper beds can accommodate up to four people, others have two bedrooms and can house up to six adults.Although the interiors vary according to the age of the building all exhibit a tasteful mixture of traditional decor with modern facilities. All the apartments have a bathroom/shower and the larger ones have two bathrooms. As well as the farmland itself - each apartment has a private area in front of it with table and deck chairs provided. The fitted kitchens have a fridge, an oven with cooking hobs, coffee machine, as well as a good selection of cutlery and crockery. In the living area there is satellite television - carrying channels in a number of languages.We would like to think that we provide 'a home from home' for our guests and that nothing is lacking so that you can get on and enjoy your holiday.During most parts of the year reception is staffed with someone who understands French, German and English and there are always farmhands in the vicinity, who will do all they can to help you with any queries you may have.We hope that your first visit to Il Poggio, will mark the start of a life-long relationship with Italy in general and Tuscany in particular. Doubtless your experience with us will remain with you and that those memories will remind you of another place and another time....Please do contact us if you have any questions at all.
Il Poggio accommodation consists of 17 self-contained apartments. These vary in size; the smallest have just one separate bedroom - but using camper beds can accommodate up to four people, others have two bedrooms and can house up to six adults.
Although the interiors vary according to the age of the building all exhibit a tasteful mixture of traditional decor with modern facilities. All the apartments have a bathroom/shower and the larger ones have two bathrooms. As well as the farmland itself - each apartment has a private area in front of it with table and deck chairs provided. The fitted kitchens have a fridge, an oven with cooking hobs, coffee machine, as well as a good selection of cutlery and crockery. In the living area there is satellite television - carrying channels in a number of languages.
We would like to think that we provide 'a home from home' for our guests and that nothing is lacking so that you can get on and enjoy your holiday.
During most parts of the year reception is staffed with someone who understands French, German and English and there are always farmhands in the vicinity, who will do all they can to help you with any queries you may have.
We hope that your first visit to Il Poggio, will mark the start of a life-long relationship with Italy in general and Tuscany in particular. Doubtless your experience with us will remain with you and that those memories will remind you of another place and another time....Please do contact us if you have any questions at all.
Leccio (Holm Oak)
Farmhouse
FridgeOvenHobCoffee MakerTV/SAT ThermostatDeckchairs
Fridge
Oven
Hob
Coffee Maker
TV/SAT
Thermostat
Deckchairs
Pets WelcomeShared Garden61 Sq Meters
Pets Welcome
Shared Garden
61 Sq Meters
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Ginepro (Juniper)
Pets WelcomeShared Garden66 Sq Meters
66 Sq Meters
Olivio (Olive)
FridgeHobCoffee MakerTV/SAT ThermostatDeckchairsPets Welcome
Private TerraceShared Garden51 Sq Meters
Private Terrace
51 Sq Meters
Betulla (Birch)
Shepherd's Cabin
Shared Garden56 Sq Meters
56 Sq Meters
Tiglio (Lime)
FridgeHobDishwasherCoffee MakerTV/SAT ThermostatDeckchairs
Dishwasher
Pets WelcomeShared GardenOpen Fire41 Sq Meters
Open Fire
41 Sq Meters
Castagno (Chestnut)
Pigeonary
FridgeHobDishwasherTV/SAT ThermostatDeckchairsPets Welcome
Shared Garden49 Sq Meters
49 Sq Meters
Melograno (Pomegranate)
Larice (Larch)
Private TerraceShared Garden42 Sq Meters
42 Sq Meters
Acacia(Gum)
Shared Garden53 Sq Meters
53 Sq Meters
Magnolia (Magnolia)
Granary
Pets WelcomeShared Garden46 Sq Meters
46 Sq Meters
Quercia (Oak)
Shared Garden50 Sq Meters
50 Sq Meters
Pino (Pine)
Shared Garden60 Sq Meters
60 Sq Meters
Pioppo (Poplar)
Old Farmhouse
Private TerraceShared Garden64 Sq Meters
64 Sq Meters
Olmo (Elm)
Pigsty
Private Terrace32 Sq Meters
32 Sq Meters
Casetta
The Old Shed
Pets WelcomePrivate Terrace41 Sq Meters
Ginestra (Gorse)
FridgeHobCoffee MakerTV/SAT ThermostatOutside BBQDeckchairs
Outside BBQ
Pets WelcomePrivate TerraceOpen Fire45 Sq Meters
45 Sq Meters
Cipresso (Cypress)
Private Terrace44 Sq Meters
44 Sq Meters
Small - Max 4 people
Medium - Max 6 people
Large - Max 6 people
Cottage - 2 - 4 people
Cottage - 4 - 5 people
Leccio
Ginepro
Olivio
Betullia
Tiglio
Castagno
Melograno
Larice
Acacia
Magnolia
Quercia
Cipresso
Pino
Pioppo
Olmo
Ginestra
Il Poggio, is set amidst 70 hectares of stunning Tuscan countryside where it is possible to hunt (c/o Azienda Faunistico-Venatoria) and where children can walk and play in safety.For those who enjoy a little exercise Il Poggio has a good sized swimming pool it is to be found to the East of the main building at the base of the hill from where the name Il poggio or sweet hill comes from. Here you will also find a small childrens pool, showers, a tennis court a table tennis table as well as an area with a barbeque grill and cooking facilities. Il Poggio also has a netball/basket ball court and an area set aside for the popular Italian pastime of bowles (a game similar to the Frances bowls).There is so much to do within Il Poggio that you may never want to leave! However, it is possible to rent mountain/touring bikes from the office with which to explore the fabulous surroundings, for within a couple of miles, you will find both horse-riding facilities a golf club as well as a flying school!If there is a particular activity we havent mentioned - get in touch and we would be delighted to see if we can arrange it. Please do contact us if you have any questions at all.
Il Poggio, is set amidst 70 hectares of stunning Tuscan countryside where it is possible to hunt (c/o Azienda Faunistico-Venatoria) and where children can walk and play in safety.
For those who enjoy a little exercise Il Poggio has a good sized swimming pool it is to be found to the East of the main building at the base of the hill from where the name Il poggio or sweet hill comes from. Here you will also find a small childrens pool, showers, a tennis court a table tennis table as well as an area with a barbeque grill and cooking facilities. Il Poggio also has a netball/basket ball court and an area set aside for the popular Italian pastime of bowles (a game similar to the Frances bowls).
There is so much to do within Il Poggio that you may never want to leave! However, it is possible to rent mountain/touring bikes from the office with which to explore the fabulous surroundings, for within a couple of miles, you will find both horse-riding facilities a golf club as well as a flying school!
If there is a particular activity we havent mentioned - get in touch and we would be delighted to see if we can arrange it. Please do contact us if you have any questions at all.
One shouldnt forget that Il Poggio is a working farm; its main produce is wine hardly surprising considering the fame and International renown of the local Chianti label - the quality of which is known throughout Italy and the world. Both the red and white wine is produced with a classic mixture of Tuscan Chianti grapes: San Giovese 90%, Cannaiolo 5%, Malvasia 2.5%,Trebbiano 2.5%. although the proportions may vary from year to year.Around 15,000 litres of wine are produced at the farm itself - most of which is consumed locally! However, amongst Il Poggios produce are one or two surprises; for example its excellent barley and saffron (below left is some saffron the flowers having been picked now need to be plucked).Il Poggio also produces a few thousand liters of olive oil each year. The Olives are hand-picked in the Autumn by the villagers, and the harvest is taken to a local cooperatively-owned mill where it is cleaned, milled, pressed and separated into the fine, pure virgin olive oil that Il Poggio is famous for.Depending on the season one can also partake of a wide range of vegetables which, as with everything from Il Poggio, is produced without the use of artificial fertiliser or pesticides. If you get a chance ask to try the local pecorrini (a goats cheese) it has an unforgettable flavour but you need to be persistent as the locals are somewhat partial to it themselves.
One shouldnt forget that Il Poggio is a working farm; its main produce is wine hardly surprising considering the fame and International renown of the local Chianti label - the quality of which is known throughout Italy and the world. Both the red and white wine is produced with a classic mixture of Tuscan Chianti grapes: San Giovese 90%, Cannaiolo 5%, Malvasia 2.5%,Trebbiano 2.5%. although the proportions may vary from year to year.
Around 15,000 litres of wine are produced at the farm itself - most of which is consumed locally! However, amongst Il Poggios produce are one or two surprises; for example its excellent barley and saffron (below left is some saffron the flowers having been picked now need to be plucked).
Il Poggio also produces a few thousand liters of olive oil each year. The Olives are hand-picked in the Autumn by the villagers, and the harvest is taken to a local cooperatively-owned mill where it is cleaned, milled, pressed and separated into the fine, pure virgin olive oil that Il Poggio is famous for.
Depending on the season one can also partake of a wide range of vegetables which, as with everything from Il Poggio, is produced without the use of artificial fertiliser or pesticides. If you get a chance ask to try the local pecorrini (a goats cheese) it has an unforgettable flavour but you need to be persistent as the locals are somewhat partial to it themselves.
Nearest Airports
Milan (Malpensa)
Pisa (Galileo)
Florence
Rome
E,mbassies
Restaurants
Ristorante Il Caminetto is a very good local eaterie and comes highly recommended. Casual and intimate it is the perfect place to start exploring the Tuscan flavours. Click here for more information.
Ristorante il Lago provides great food in a wonderful location. Perfect for celebrating a special occasion. Click here for more information.
Ristorante il Focolare is set in an enchanting monastery slightly off the beaten track . This family run restaurant is well worth the detour. Click here for more information.
Trattoria Casa Masi has an extensive menu perfectly complimented by an extensive wine list. Everyone finds something they like here! Click here for more information.
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