Agriturismo Locanda Pantanello

Hotel Description

You know what? I wasn’t expecting much when I first turned off the main road toward Pitigliano and started following those winding signs to Pantanello. The drive out there is honestly half the experience – you’re cutting through this gorgeous Tuscan countryside where the GPS starts getting confused and you’re basically trusting handwritten signs nailed to olive trees. But when you finally roll up to Agriturismo Locanda Pantanello, tucked away at kilometer 6233 on that provincial road, it hits you immediately that this place gets it right.

The whole setup feels like staying at your Italian uncle’s farm, if your uncle happened to have impeccable taste and a 4-star budget. I mean, it’s still working farmland – you’ll hear roosters in the morning and there’s usually a dog wandering around who’s appointed himself the unofficial greeter. The rooms are in this beautifully restored stone building that manages to feel both rustic and surprisingly luxurious. My room had these thick walls that kept everything dead quiet at night, which was perfect after long days exploring Pitigliano’s famous tufa caves (they’re literally carved right into the cliffs about ten minutes away). The bed was one of those firm Italian mattresses that somehow works better than it should, and honestly, the bathroom was nicer than my apartment back home.

What really sold me though was dinner. They’re not just throwing together some generic “farm-to-table” concept here – the family actually grows most of what ends up on your plate. The mom does most of the cooking, and when she brings out that handmade pici pasta with wild boar ragu, you sort of understand why people have been making pilgrimages to places like this for centuries. The wine comes from their own vineyard, which sprawls down the hillside behind the main building, and it’s the kind of local red that never makes it to export but probably should. After dinner, you can walk these little paths through the property – there’s this spot overlooking the valley where you can see Pitigliano’s medieval towers lit up in the distance, especially beautiful around sunset.

The only minor thing I’d mention is that if you’re planning to explore the area, you’ll definitely want a car. It’s not exactly walking distance to anything, but that isolation is also exactly what makes it special. Plus, the family is incredibly helpful with directions and recommendations – they’ll tell you which hill towns are worth the drive and which local markets happen on which days. The whole experience feels authentic in a way that’s getting harder to find, and that 9.7 rating honestly makes sense once you’ve been there. It’s the kind of place where you find yourself already planning your return visit before you’ve even checked out.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $129. Double or Twin Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Excellent place – Avi from Israel – 19 June 2025 (10/10)

  Beautiful place near pitigliano , quiet and clean.
  Morena and Francesca were lovely and even bring together dinner that was very good .

• A wonderful stay at a superb Agrotourisimo. – Andrew from United Kingdom – 14 June 2025 (10/10)

  Lovely place, great building and facilities, spotlessly clean, spacious and comfortable bedroom, so friendly staff, especially Francesca and her parents, for whom nothing seemed too much to ask, outstanding superb food, different every night, with many great examples of Maremma cuisine. I can't praise this place enough.
  
  What could be improved: Absolutely nothing

• Peaceful Country Living – Kathryn from United States – 3 June 2025 (10/10)

  Breakfast was family style with a choice of fresh jam, fruit, eggs, a variety of breads and delicious coffee! It was served on a lovely back porch with a background of birdsong. We also opted for dinner which was also wonderful. I highly recommend you do that, as well. The pool was refreshing, rooms and beds very comfortable and everything was spotlessly clean. Beautiful Pitigliano was a short distance away. But best of all was the warm welcome from Francesca and her parents. Best place ever!
  
  What could be improved: Nothing. It was all perfect!

• Perfect Hosts and Location to relax and value for money . – Paul from Italy – 6 May 2025 (10/10)

  Breakfast was excellent
  
  What could be improved: Nicer Pillows

• A great stay with wonderful hosts. – Robin from Germany – 28 April 2025 (10/10)

  We really enjoyed our stay here and got great help on what to see in the area. We would love to come again if we are in the area.
  
  What could be improved: There was nothing that we did not like.

• Exceptional – Juan from United States – 16 April 2025 (10/10)

  The best host ever..
  
  What could be improved: Leaving the place

• Real family-run agriturismo – Nicolas from Spain – 26 November 2024 (10/10)

  Francesca and her mom did a fantastic job of making us feel at home and giving us good instructions on what to visit in the area, before and during our visit. When my wife got a sulfur-induced migraine after spending the day at the baths in Saturnia, Francesca very kindly brought our dinner up to our room so she didn't have to come down. All four courses of it! Can't recommend this place enough.

• Lovely stay, our favourite Agriturismo in Italy! – Denise from Canada – 9 November 2024 (10/10)

  Breakfast was amazing, with a lovely selection to choose from.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Thankyou to Morena and Francesca for a truly enjoyable stay! – Ann from Australia – 20 October 2024 (10/10)

  Great accomodation, food and hospitality
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Peaceful weekend getaway – Sheila from United States – 7 October 2024 (10/10)

  Great location. Very peaceful. Beautiful areas to relax when not exploring the surrounding area. Francesca and her family are so kind and helpful.

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