Borgo Bottaia

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children
  : Nestled in the hills of Grassina, Borgo Bottaia offers a rustic haven. The tri-level apartment was spacious, adorned with Tuscan charm, and provided all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. The staff is courteous and hospitable. Luigi, our host was very helpful and always greeted us with a smile. The highlight of Borgo Bottaia is the stunning grounds surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. The outdoor spaces, complemented by a refreshing swimming pool, offered a perfect respite to soak in the serenity of the Tuscan hills. However, because the property is nestled in the hills, finding it after sunset can be challenging. The roads are narrow and winding with limited signage, so I would recommend future travelers plan their arrival during daylight hours to fully appreciate the journey. A minor setback during our stay was the prevalence of mosquitoes, so come prepared with effective repellents to fully enjoy the outdoor/indoor spaces. Overall, our stay at Borgo Bottaia was made memorable by the serene and tranquil surroundings in the picturesque Tuscan countryside.
  : Mosquitoes!

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : It is very beautiful , very nice host.very relaxing
  : A little far from everything if you dont have a car rental. A bus does go by down the road though. We just didnt try to navigate it. Also You will need mosquito repellent. But that is just Tuscany. I wish I had known ahead of time so I could have prepared. This property will give me great memories for a long time.

Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Staff were lovely and room were clean and spacious. A bit old fashioned but very peaceful! Not a whole lot going on in Grassina. You would definitely need a car, but we did get the bus into Florence from the town (only 1.50 each way) one of the days, you just need to plan your return trip. Pool area nice to relax by.
  : I would say slightly too expensive for what you get.

Wonderful
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  : Bad wifi and mobile connection

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : The most beautiful Borgo on a hill with amazing views of the countryside, very close to Grassia town and very quiet. All the buildings are old, made of stone and very charming. There is a beautiful outdoor pool, also with lovely views. The facilities were fine, not luxurious, but we had everything we needed. There are outdoor seating areas outside every property, where you can eat breakfast, dinner etc and enjoy the view and peace and quiet. The staff were very helpful and charming. A 15-20 minute walk down the hill takes you to the small town of Grassia, where there are some restaurants etc. You can take the bus from the town centre to the centre of Florence (takes around 30 minutes), which we found much easier than driving into the centre.
  : The wifi did not work in the first house we stayed in - but it was working during our second week when we had booked another apartment.

Wonderful
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  : breakfast was not included, but toast and jelly was great.
  : nothing to say here. all was great.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Very historical place, beautiful surroundings
  : internet was next to nothing, it would disconnect every minute or so- i.e. useless. Fortunately the mobile internet coverage was good. On the first night of our stay immediately underneath our room there was a corporate party of a kind with loud music and group singing until 3 am...I would suggest checking about such events prior to booking....

Very Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Its beautiful, the scenery is stunning, the Borgo itself is like a fairytale location. Its peaceful and very secluded. The apartment was traditional and thats what we wanted. Comfortable and clean. Having your own outside space was wonderful to have a glass of wine in the evening looking at the exceptional views over Tuscany. we were treated like friends by the owner Luigi but also left to ourselves to enjoy our own space.
  : There is nothing not to like, except the mosquitos, so bring a repellant - but thats a small price to pay for somewhere so wonderful.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple

Very Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Beautiful Scenery and Historical Landscape
  : Uphill walk to location with no street light at night