Borgo Pignano Hotel Review

I fell in love with Borgo Pignano the moment I set foot on its soil, I can’t explain it but there was an immediate sense of tranquillity that came over me, you know the feeling when you pour your first gin and tonic or glass of wine after a long day? I have arrived!

Location

They call themselves a Tuscan haven and that is exactly what they are. You will find the property amidst the Tuscan rolling hills in the Province of Pisa not far from Florence. This elegant agriturismo (working farm with accommodation) offers style, charm, beautiful accommodations, excellent food and service and a home away from home. This haven will suit travelers and families of all ages.

My recommendation would be not to spend less than 5 days at Borgo Pignano; honestly this gives you just enough time to relax, sample the food and wine, enjoy the personal services they have to offer and take time to visit towns and villages in the area, ideally I would spend a week there. Anything less and you are going to leave feeling despair, like you missed out on something and so the need to get back there are soon as possible. I have had clients returning to this property year on year and have even had clients call me and ask me to amend their vacations to allow them to extend their time at Borgo Pignano…and we had to serve an eviction notice once on one client!!

Accommodation options

When it comes to your accommodation options, there is something for everyone, 24 rooms including 9 suites. If you want to enjoy a hotel experience at the property then stay in their 18^th century villa where you have 14 options to choose form (rooms and suites with charm and incredible views overlooking olive groves, vineyards, fields and woods. Be sure to explore all parts of the villa where you can enjoy the art, find a space to read a book, look at the beautiful views or garden or a fun game of billiards or chess.

If a hotel stay is not what you are looking for then stay in one of their self-catering accommodation options.  Choose from one of the  maisonettes, cottages or the villa – each one has been lovingly restored and decorated with wonderful living space and outdoor areas to enjoy as a family, staying here also gives you access to the 18^th century villa and there is also an outdoor al fresco restaurant to enjoy a pizza or a plate of homemade pasta.

Facilities and Services

The wonderful thing about this property is that it can be the vacation you want it to be. If you would like to relax, swim, read, walk and just spend time with your family this is possible without feeling like you are in an overcrowded resort, but if you would like meet other families, enjoy tours, wine tasting, and take advantage of babysitting services all of this is available to you.

Whilst visiting Borgo Pignano you can enjoy:

• Horse riding, no matter you level book some time with their trainer to enjoy private lessons or a guided excursion
• Picnics, where it is part of a cycling, horse riding or trekking experiences or you require a special outing with the family the team at Borgo Pignano can arrange this for you
• Cycling, with ample woodlands and fields use the mountain bikes available to all guests to explore the property
• Painting classes, for avid painters the beautiful landscapes will inspire your creativity
• Cooking classes, learn how to make bread, pasta and pastries from the local chef
• Spa treatments, be sure to book a spa treatment in advance
• Yoga classes, you can enjoy private or group lessons
• Wine tasting, learn about the exceptional Tuscan wines with their Sommelier accompanied by some aperitivi
• Cocktail evenings, will take your breath away, the ambience and views are very special
• Trekking, the accommodation is between two large game reserves which gives your ample opportunity to enjoy short walks or longer treks
• Babysitting, during the summer Borgo Pignano offer staff at the property to entertain your children and you can also book private baby-sitting services if you wanted a date night
• Art Gallery, uniquely they have a wonderful space dedicated to art and run a variety of exhibitions

Food and Drink

There is something on the menu for everyone. This self-sufficient property produces its own olives, soap, cereals and grains, organic flours, honey, oil and wine – all of which you can sample whilst you are there. And if you are the curious type you will have the opportunity to see how they grow their products and how they make their soaps, honey and wines.

The villa also houses their fine dining Villa Pignano restaurant where you can linger over breakfast on the patio or in the restaurant, enjoy a drink in their cosy bar or a magnificent fine dining experience in their restaurant in the evening.  I did say there was something for everyone, enjoy a meal in their Al Fresco restaurant (yes, there is pizza and pasta on the menu).  Be sure not to leave Borgo Pignano without enjoying a refreshing cocktail and the sunset on the Belvedere where you will be captivated by the beautiful sunsets, (I did this one more than one occasion).

What to see close by

The property is well situated in Tuscany and so be sure to visit:

• Florence it is only 1 hour and 15 minutes by car
• Pisa is an hour’s drive away
• Siena is 40 minutes down the road
• Volterra can be reached in 20 minutes
• San Gimignano, is a 25-minute drive
• The beach is a 45 minute drive

The cherry on top with Borgo Pignano is the attention to detail, the wonderful staff and personal service they offer. A must visit next time you are in Tuscany.

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