Tuscany is one of those tourist destinations that never disappoints. Very Seductive. Very Romantic. And a great idea for a trip for two. The artistic legacy, the breathtaking hills, the food and the wine – if you’re the long, lazy lunch type of traveler, you might never want to leave! After spending a few days exploring the cobbled streets of Florence, rent a car and drive out to the small country towns, and look to stay in a villa. A villa is the perfect base from which you can take day trips to different Tuscan towns…and perhaps try your hand at some authentic Italian cooking classes. Here’s one we like:
Casa Ombuto
Poppi, Italy
The perfect retreat in Tuscany for those who enjoy the small and intimate, Casa Ombuto is a Tuscan villa in the hills of Casentino valley set on a private 80 acre estate. The local town is a medieval village called Poppi, but the villa is also within driving distance towns such as Casentino, Chianti and Cortona.
The villa is divided into three apartments, each with their own kitchen and living room. The common area outside features a flood pool and a large shaded pergola area for dining on a warm evening (pictured below).