Podere Il Pino
You know what? I’ve driven past this little agriturismo probably a dozen times on the way to San Gimignano before I actually stopped to check it out. Podere Il Pino sits on this gorgeous hillside just outside Poggibonsi – and honestly, the location is way better than being stuck in the town center. It’s one of those converted farmhouses that actually feels authentic, not like someone just slapped some terracotta tiles on a modern building and called it Tuscan.
The thing that really gets me about this place is how quiet it is. I mean, you’re literally surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, so the only sounds you’ll hear are cicadas in the evening and maybe a tractor in the distance during harvest season. The rooms have that perfect rustic-chic thing going on – thick stone walls that keep everything cool even in August, and the beds are actually comfortable (you’d be surprised how many agriturismos skimp on mattresses). The family running it clearly knows what they’re doing – they’ve been here for years, and the woman who checked me in remembered my name the whole weekend, which is rare these days.
What I love most is that you’re positioned perfectly for day trips without dealing with tourist crowds at your doorstep. It’s maybe fifteen minutes to get into the historic center of San Gimignano, but you can also hit Volterra or even Siena pretty easily. The parking situation is great too – just pull right up to the building, none of that whole “park outside the walls and walk twenty minutes with your luggage” drama. They do this breakfast thing with local honey and fresh bread that’s honestly better than most hotels charging twice as much. The pool area gets gorgeous afternoon light, and there’s usually a breeze coming up from the valley. Only minor thing – if you’re planning to stay in late September or October, bring layers because these old stone buildings can get chilly once the sun goes down, but that’s kind of part of the charm. For the price point and the 8.7 rating, you’re getting serious value here, especially if you want that authentic Tuscan experience without the tour bus circus.
Rooms & Suites
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| Room | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|
| Most Popular One-Bedroom Apartment (5 Adults) | 5 adults, 4 children | 1 single bed, 1 sofa bed, 1 large double bed |
| Two-Bedroom Apartment | 5 adults, 5 children | 2 single beds, 1 sofa bed, 1 large double bed |
| Five-Bedroom Villa (12 Adults) | 12 adults, 11 children | 3 x 1 large double bed, 2 x 2 single beds, 1 sofa bed |
| One-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults) | 4 adults, 3 children | 1 sofa bed, 1 large double bed |
| One-Bedroom Apartment with Garden View (5 Adults) | 5 adults, 4 children | 1 single bed, 1 sofa bed, 1 large double bed |
| One-Bedroom Apartment with Terrace (4 Adults) | 4 adults, 3 children | 1 sofa bed, 1 large double bed |
| Standard Two-Bedroom Apartment (6 Adults) | 4 adults, 5 children | 1 large double bed, 2 single beds |
| Two-Bedroom Apartment with Terrace (7 Adults) | 7 adults, 6 children | 1 single bed, 1 sofa bed, 2 x 1 large double bed |
| Large One-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults) | 4 adults, 3 children | 1 sofa bed, 1 large double bed |
| Two-Bedroom Villa (7 Adults) | 7 adults, 6 children | 1 single bed, 1 large double bed, 1 bunk bed, 1 sofa bed |
| One-Bedroom Villa (5 Adults) | 5 adults, 4 children | 1 single bed, 1 large double bed, 1 sofa bed |
| Deluxe One-Bedroom Villa (6 Adults) | 6 adults, 1 child | 2 single beds, 1 large double bed |
One-Bedroom Apartment (5 Adults)
5 adults, 4 children 1 single bed, 1 sofa bed, 1 large double bedTwo-Bedroom Apartment
5 adults, 5 children 2 single beds, 1 sofa bed, 1 large double bedFive-Bedroom Villa (12 Adults)
12 adults, 11 children 3 x 1 large double bed, 2 x 2 single beds, 1 sofa bedOne-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
4 adults, 3 children 1 sofa bed, 1 large double bedOne-Bedroom Apartment with Garden View (5 Adults)
5 adults, 4 children 1 single bed, 1 sofa bed, 1 large double bedOne-Bedroom Apartment with Terrace (4 Adults)
4 adults, 3 children 1 sofa bed, 1 large double bedStandard Two-Bedroom Apartment (6 Adults)
4 adults, 5 children 1 large double bed, 2 single bedsTwo-Bedroom Apartment with Terrace (7 Adults)
7 adults, 6 children 1 single bed, 1 sofa bed, 2 x 1 large double bedLarge One-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
4 adults, 3 children 1 sofa bed, 1 large double bedTwo-Bedroom Villa (7 Adults)
7 adults, 6 children 1 single bed, 1 large double bed, 1 bunk bed, 1 sofa bedOne-Bedroom Villa (5 Adults)
5 adults, 4 children 1 single bed, 1 large double bed, 1 sofa bedDeluxe One-Bedroom Villa (6 Adults)
6 adults, 1 child 2 single beds, 1 large double bedHotel Amenities
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Guest Reviews
the pool is lovely, and the whole place is very quiet.
decent and simple apartment with full kitchen accessories.
the nature surrounding the place is amazing, close to San Gimignano and other main touristic point in Tuscany.
Very friendly staff.
Road - yes, it is a gravel road, but it is OK for any normal car (driving there with a Ferrari is not recommendable), nothing difficult and by no means "dangerous". The only issue is when you meet another car in the opposite direction, but there are "pockets" to manage it. Just drive slowly.
Don't be mislead by reviews on the popular maps service which in English translation mention bedbugs - there are NO bed bugs in Podere Il Pino. What you have is sometimes small forest bugs - peaceful and nice creatures, no problem at all.
In cold months you need to pay for the gas additionally. Although I was a bit disappointed to get to know it only after booking was made, in reality the price was OK (we paid EUR 20 for 2 nights in a big apartment, stayed in February)
Location & Surroundings
What's Nearby
What's nearby:
- Campino17 km
- Il Vallone4.7 km
- Rimembranza10 km
- Piazza Cisterna8 km
- Chalet Parco di Canonica18 km
- Castello di Staggia Senese8 km
- Pieve SS. Ippolito Cassiano a Coneo10 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Birrificio 26 Nero3.2 km
- Restaurant Ritorno Cocktails & Food3.2 km
- Restaurant Gusto Toscano di la Mattina Claudio3.2 km
Public transport:
- Train Barberino Val d'Elsa8 km
- Train Poggibonsi - San Gimignano5 km
Closest airports:
- Florence Airport61 km
- Pisa International Airport83 km
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