Title: Tuscany studio, vineyard views and Florence 30 minutes Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Tuscany studio, vineyard views and Florence 30 minutes Apartment in Pelago with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Tuscany studio, vineyard views and Florence 30 minutes ![Exterior - Tuscany studio, vineyard views and Florence 30 minutes (Pelago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37280000/37274700/37274668/4c2bae8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Tuscany studio, vineyard views and Florence 30 minutes (Pelago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37280000/37274700/37274668/d888a90b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Tuscany studio, vineyard views and Florence 30 minutes (Pelago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37280000/37274700/37274668/29ec9967.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Tuscany studio, vineyard views and Florence 30 minutes (Pelago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37280000/37274700/37274668/74787d23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - Tuscany studio, vineyard views and Florence 30 minutes (Pelago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37280000/37274700/37274668/ff94e333.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled within the Castello di Nipozzano estate, CIPRESSO studio offers a serene retreat. With glass doors opening onto your own garden and private paved terrace, take in the views of the beautiful vineyards or plan a winery visit with tasting. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2269 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tuscany studio, vineyard views and Florence 30 minutes Just for two! CIPRESSO studio overlooks the beautiful vineyards of the prestigious estate called Castello di Nipozzano. The winery is nearby and we can book you a visit with tasting. The studio consists in a large double bedroom with cooking corner. There is a separate bathroom. Glass double doors open onto your own garden space and private paved terrace for taking the sun and eating out. Check out weekly rates, there's a big discount on nightly rates! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Table tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 269 square feet ## Similar properties ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36920000/36917900/36917845/6da7e6d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Anda e Rianda Campi Bisenzio - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.8 Exceptional 41 reviews £78 includes taxes & fees 5 Mar - 6 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-05&endDate=2026-03-06&selected=36917845&PinnedHotelID=36917845&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Children’s area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17680000/17670900/17670891/02984a14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tenuta Poggio Marino Dicomano - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.8 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=17670891&PinnedHotelID=17670891&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9710000/9704500/9704465/2c12e505.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Antico Borgo I Cancelli Palazzuolo sul Senio - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included 8.6 Excellent 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=9704465&PinnedHotelID=9704465&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40020000/40013000/40012962/a5c6be47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Piano Rosso 2 by Interhome Marradi - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Breakfast available 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=40012962&PinnedHotelID=40012962&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40010000/40006200/40006161/c8b7859a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Piano Rosso 1 by Interhome Marradi - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Breakfast available 8.0 Very good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=40006161&PinnedHotelID=40006161&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39690000/39680900/39680825/d2b868db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Farmhouse Marchesi Gondi - Carpenter Pontassieve - Pool - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=39680825&PinnedHotelID=39680825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=37274668&PinnedHotelID=37274668&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=37274668,36917845,17670891,9704465,40012962) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules 1\. You do need a car to stay here. This is country driving. Most guests arrive in rental cars, even small models. 2\. The house is reached by a 1km farm road through the vineyard. The loose stone surface is bumpy to drive. Ask for information if concerned. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number IT048032C2XXXKWJIS ### We should mention All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ## About the area Located in Pelago, this apartment is in a rural area. Uffizi Gallery and Basilica of Santa Maria Novella are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Palazzo Vecchio. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Coverciano or Nelson Mandela Forum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tuscany studio, vineyard views and Florence 30 minutes Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 15 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicolas R. 11 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Séjour dans un magnifique paysage Toscan Location située dans un cadre idéal, au milieu du vignoble toscan, dans une bâtisse très bien restaurée avec terrasse ombragée pour prendre un repas avec une vue magnifique. Nous avons pu parcourir le chemin d'accès à de multiples reprises avec notre CLIO bien que le loueur ait signalé qu'il est non goudronné et chaotique. Nous sommes allés visiter Florence, Sienne, San Gimignano, Fiesole...Une belle balade à pied depuis le logement dans le vignoble. Merci à Jane et Gianpierro pour leur acceuil ##### Nicolas R. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank 12 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Traumurlaub in der Toskana Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Urlaub. In der Unterkunft konnten wir uns nur wohl fühlen. Unsere Gastgeber waren sehr aufmerksam und herzlich. Die allgemeine Lage in der Toskana zu den typischen Spots war sehr gut. Alles in allem nur zu empfehlen. ##### Frank Stayed 6 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian V. 9 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely fabulous Wir waren von der traumhafte Lage begeistert - einbettet zwischen Waldrand (Glühwürmchen!!!!) und den weinbestandenen Hügeln mit Fernblick, jedoch auch mit schnellen (Bahn-)Verbindungen, z.B. nach Florenz. Großartiges Quartier in historischem Gebäude, das mit großer Liebe zum Detail restauriert wurde. Wir hätten auch die ganze Zeit auf der schönen Sonnenterrasse verbringen können. Uns hat es an nichts gefehlt. Jane und Giampiero sind wunderbare Menschen und waren immer ansprechbar. Für uns ein unglaublich schöner Urlaub. Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder! ##### Christian V. Stayed 8 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brigitte K. 27 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kleines Paradies inmitten der Weinberge Für unseren Trip nach Florenz hätten wir keine bessere Unterkunft finden können. Nach dem Trubel der Stadt konnten wir die Abende in angenehmer Ruhe mit wunderbarem Ausblick auf die Weinberge genießen. Jane und Giampietro sind wundervolle Gastgeber, die uns nicht nur mit vielen Tipps rund um die Gegend versorgt haben, sondern vor allem mit ihrer Herzlichkeit unseren Aufenthalt zu einem ganz Besonderen gemacht haben. Wir hatten wunderbare Tage in einer wunderbaren Unterkunft mit wunderbaren Gastgebern. Nach dem Trubel der Großstadt ##### Brigitte K. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roland G. 25 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Renata & Roland Wir kommen wieder. Für alle die Ruhe und Entspannung suchen. ##### Roland G. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katrin B. 17 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Schöne Unterkunft mit netter Gasgeberin Liebe Jane, wir danken dir für die erholsamen Tage bei dir☺. Die Ferienwohnung ist großzügig und sehr gut ausgestattet. Es bleiben keine Wünsche offen. Die nette Terrasse zur alleinigen Benutzung war unser täglicher Platz, um nach einem erlebnisreichen Tag, den Tag ausklingen zu lassen. Jane ist in ihrer sympathischen Art immer für ein unaufdringliches, nettes Gespräch zu haben und sie gibt gute Empfehlungen. Die von ihr empfohlene Weinverkostung bei Frescobaldi erscheint im ersten Moment recht teuer, ist ihr Geld aber auf jeden Fall wert. Erstens ist das berühmte Weingut in 25 min fussläufig erreichbar und zweitens gibt es nen Rabatt ( 35 EUR statt 43 EUR), wenn es über Jane gebucht wird. Wir können es sehr empfehlen. Die Anfahrt ist mit Hilfe der ausführlich Beschreibung von Jane leicht zu finden.. unbedingt an ihre Angaben halten!... Nochmals vielen Dank an dich, Jane. Wenn wir nochmals in der Nähe sind, machen wir gerne bei euch Station. Liebe Grüße Katrin ##### Katrin B. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kira B. 29 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Happy place :) We spent a week at Cipresso and couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. The Appartement is lovely, it's very clean and cosy. The view is breathtaking and unique. It's the perfect place to explore Tuscany and to calm down after a long day in the heat. From Pontassieve we took the train to reach Florence, we also had a wine tasting at Nippozzano and went to some beautiful and very interesting cities (e.g. Pisa, Lucca, Arezzo, Poppi, Montepulciano). Don't miss the market at Pontassieve where you can get the best ham or fresh fruit and try a typical Trattoria - you won't regret it! Giampiero and Jane are wonderful hosts, they helped us to plan our trips to Florence, Arezzo or Montepulciano with a glass of wine and the best insider tips you could think of. We are so heart warmed by their generosity and kindness. Our hearts are full of beautiful memories and we are looking forward to come back! Kira & Michi :) P.S.: we already miss the sunsets at the terrace and Jasmine and Peggy coming along to say hi and to be cuddled. ##### Kira B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ines H. 6 Apr 2019 #### Idyllisch, ruhig, freundliche und hilfsbereite Vermieter Wunderschöne Ferrienwohnung, idyllisch gelegen. Alles da, was man braucht. Tolle Ziele in der näheren Umgebung zum Wandern, Sightseeing in Florenz oder Essen in Pontassieve. Danke für die entspannte Woche! ##### Ines H. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert C. 24 Jun 2018 #### Magnifique studio et environnement splendide. Sublime accueil ! Tout était parfait ! Idéal emplacement pour rayonner en Toscane. ##### Robert C. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas M. 16 Aug 2016 #### Absolutely beautiful place and Jane is an outstanding host ! I cannot recommend this place more ! Firstly we had a very disastrous start to our holiday, the hire car company didn't take debit cardswhen we went to pick up the car, we were devastated as we knew we needed this car to get to the villa. So there we were me and my girlfriend at 10 o'clock at night stranded after a days travel, I rang Jane the host not expected much more than "I'm sorry to hear but ...." That didn't happen, Jane was absolutely lovely on the phone and emailed us with directions from the airport to the centre of Florence, where we would catch a train and meet her at the Pontassieve station. Bearing in mind this was very late at night I cannot overstate how Jane basically saved our holiday. After all of drama and we got to the villa it was beautiful, the pictures don't do it justice. There was a helpful guide in our room with suggestions of restaurants and places to visit nearby. The wine tasting at the Castle just above the villa was a highlight of the trip, a great location and was very welcoming of a complete wine novice such as myself. To sum up the hosts are lovely, the location is brilliant, a variety of things to do close-by and remember to correctly book when getting a hire car! Tom and Lola ##### Thomas M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon B. 16 Jun 2016 #### Super Apartment am Rand eines Weinberges Das Apartment ist wunderschön etwas abseits am Rande eines Weinbergs und unterhalb eines castellos mit Weinproduktion gelegen. Das Apartment war sehr sauber, das Bett bequem und die Ausstattung insgesamt in sehr gutem Zustand. Toll ist besonders die Terasse mit Blick auf den unterhalb gelegenen Weinberges. Die Vermieter sind sehr nett und hilfsbereit, die zur Verfügung gestellten Informationen zu Einkaufsmöglichkeiten etc. zutreffend und hilfreich. Ein toller Ort, um abseits des Trubels in toskanischer Landschaft zu entspannen und zugleich die Möglichkeit zu haben, mittels Auto Orte wie Florenz zu besuchen. ##### Simon B. Stayed 7 nights in May 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary B. 14 Oct 2014 #### Borgo di Sopra exceeded our expectations We spent several days in the Cipresso apartment at Borgo di Sopra and could not have been happier with it. It is in a beautiful wooded area overlooking vineyards and the Val di Sieve. It is just a short train ride from Florence which saved us having to park our car in the city. The apartment was spotless, very comfortable and quiet and had everything we needed. The views from the terrace are a delight. Jane and Gianpiero were so warm and helpful, offering suggestions on travel,shopping and even how to pay the parking ticket we acquired earlier in our trip. They made our stay at Borgo di Sopra one of our favorite memories of our trip to Italy. If we return to the area we would definitely stay there again. ##### Mary B. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### OHBbqzWJpFBQQcQpBJcDg2T1Hg07UMNvGBCVncW7Eb2/16iOgyTYL0m4szzR9UIu O. 11 Aug 2011 #### Cipresso Apartment-What a way to relax!!!! Myself and my wife stayed for a week and found it delightful. Set in the Chianti Hills above Ponttessieve near Florence we found it really relaxing. The welcome we received from Jane and Giampierre was fantastic. Nothing was too much trouble. The views were astounding and the apartment was spotless. The finish was beautiful- really inkeeping with the Italian Farm style. We had a great week and would recommend it to anyone. ##### OHBbqzWJpFBQQcQpBJcDg2T1Hg07UMNvGBCVncW7Eb2/16iOgyTYL0m4szzR9UIu O. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 6 Jun 2010 #### Great Place to Stay!!! I had an excellent stay at Cipresso. My friend and I were staying in different places all over Italy and this was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. The apartment was pristine, it was so well maintained, it had everything we needed from a tea pot to a colander, to small reading lights by the beds. The terrace has an excellent view of vineyards and other beautiful properties that surround it. The town of Pontassieve was great to walk around, the locals were very nice, it was everything we hoped for. Jane was also an excellent hostess, she had information on trains going into Florence, where we could go grocery shopping, and winery tours at the castle that was just a 15 minute walk from her property. She was wonderful and her family charming. I would highly recommend staying here to anyone, it was beautiful, clean, homey, and relaxing. It would be perfect for a honeymoon, a vacation, really any kind of getaway or excuse for visiting. I hope to return to this lovely place someday! This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 18 Jul 2009 #### Wonderful location & accommodation We stayed in the Cipresso studio in this newly renovated 15th century watchtower and found it to be the ideal place from which to explore Tuscany and Florence. The studio is of a decent size with a basic but useful kitchen. It's smaller than the Alba & Vista apartments (which we had a quick peek into while we were there, and which are probably better if you're looking at an extended stay of a few weeks/months), but suited the two of us perfectly for the week we were there. The studio's terrace has a wonderful view across the valley and over to the nearby hills; sitting here at dusk with a wine and antipasto bought from Pontassieve was pretty close to the highlight of our Italian trip. Pontassieve is about 5 or so minutes down the hill by car (it's 30 minutes on foot - we walked it a few times) and is about 20 minutes to Florence SMN by train. Sitting on top of the hill behind the property is the Nipozzano castle, part of the Frescobaldi family's winemaking 'empire' and a good place for winetasting. If you like walking, which we do, there are a number of small towns about an hour's walk from the property - we tramped over to Pelgao - with good eating and drinking when you get there. Jane & Gianpiero, the owners of the property, are lovely people and were extremely welcoming. We enjoyed their place so much that we extended our stay by two nights. I cannot recommend this property highly enough. If we ever go back to the area, this is where we staying. ---