B&B La Pecora Nera

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about B&B La Pecora Nera? The name – “The Black Sheep” – which honestly had me curious before I even arrived on Via Mazzolla. It’s this quiet residential street in Mazzolla, and I mean quiet in the best way possible. You’re not dealing with tourist crowds or traffic noise here, just the kind of peaceful Italian neighborhood where locals actually live and work.

The building itself has that authentic Tuscan character that you can’t fake – thick stone walls that keep things naturally cool even in summer, and these gorgeous wooden shutters that the owners clearly maintain with care. When I checked in, the family running the place (and yes, it actually feels family-run, not corporate) mentioned they’d been restoring the property for years, keeping original details while making it comfortable for guests. The rooms have this perfect balance of old-world charm and modern convenience – the kind of place where you get proper water pressure in the shower but still feel like you’re staying somewhere with real history.

What really sets this place apart though is how they handle the local experience. The breakfast spread includes ingredients from nearby farms, and I’m talking about the kind of fresh ricotta and local honey that makes you understand why Italians are so particular about their food. The owners – and this is where staying at a proper B&B pays off – actually know the area intimately. They pointed me toward this little osteria about ten minutes’ walk away that I never would have found on my own, plus gave me the real story about which hiking trails are worth your time and which ones are just tourist traps. The location in Mazzolla puts you close enough to the bigger Tuscan destinations without being stuck in the thick of everything – you can actually find parking when you come back in the evening, which anyone who’s driven around Italian hill towns will appreciate. The 8.8 rating makes sense once you’re there; it’s not trying to be a luxury resort, but it delivers exactly what it promises with genuine warmth and attention to detail that bigger places just can’t match.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $133. Queen Suite with Spa Bath with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $133. Junior Suite with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $174. Deluxe Suite with Spa Bath with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Tranquility in Tuscany – Anne from United Kingdom – 20 August 2023 (9/10)

  What isn’t to like. Beautiful location, quirky bedroom, great breakfast. Elisa made us very welcome. Mazzolla is a lovely little village with a world class restaurant just round the corner, this helped make our stay perfect.
  
  What could be improved: Only 1 thing, which was probably an oversight, there wasn’t any soap for the bathroom.

• Totally unexpected. Amazing spot. Spectacular views. Great location for exploring Tuscany. – Crawford from United Kingdom – 14 August 2023 (10/10)

  Delicious typical Tuscan breakfast. Good coffee excellent service. They can do a supper too.

• Small atmosferic village on top of a hill, with amazing views – Visa – 6 July 2023 (9/10)

  Really small village on top of a high hill with an amazing views to the valleys. Host was super helpful and lovely. You could ask her about anything. The room was warm and cozy. Amazing breakfast buffet homemade by the host. We had the opportunity to select the time of the breakfast.
  Closest shop is 15-20 minutes away. Host is selling wine, if needed.

• a superb place for our last night in Tuscana, loved every minute. – Michael from United Kingdom – 12 June 2023 (10/10)

  the view, the peace, the hot tub, the restaurant next door, lovely characterful room, the tiny village…..
  
  What could be improved: nothing

• Exceptional – Carolina from United Kingdom – 26 March 2023 (10/10)

  Romantic and cosy room, great host and beautiful locations and view.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Fantastic stay! – Valerio from Italy – 12 September 2022 (9/10)

  Elisa is really kind and attentive to every need of the guests. We stayed in the Frida room, very clean and furnished with real attention to every detail. The breakfast was amazing, typical products and homemade cakes. Super recommended!

• wonderful – Sergio from United States – 23 July 2022 (10/10)

  Location
  
  What could be improved: breakfast is not included!

• Very good – Marta from United Kingdom – 15 September 2022 (8/10)

  Very good. Varied and with fresh, organic ingredients

• Exceptional – Anonymous from United Kingdom – 21 August 2023 (10/10)

  Our room had a beautiful view to the Tuscan hills. The rooms is squeaky clean and stylish. The continental breakfast is unbelievable!
  Our landlady is a ray of sunshine, she’s engaging, she didn’t mind keeping in touch when we were out and asked for recommendations. I dare say that this was our best holiday stay so far.

• Bellissimo – Nathalie from Belgium – 5 May 2025 (10/10)

  Giovani était super accueillant, vue magnifique, spa nickel
  
  What could be improved: Rien

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