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Across the
valley a pleasant 10-minute walk from Montescudaio lies the village
of Guardistallo, noted for its lovely town square, its vibrant
theater and its fine restaurants “Mocajo” and the “Osteria della
Pinzagrilli”, with their traditional cuisine, excellent homemade
desserts and pastries and large selections of local wines.
Just seven
minutes away by car, perched on a hillside overlooking a verdant
plain, is the jewel-like village of Casale Marittimo. Wandering the
narrow, winding streets will transport you back to a simpler, slower
time; before you know it, the year’s stress is forgotten and you are
at peace. Stop at the Caffe Culturale for a coffee or light meal;
who knows, some friends of Marzio and Stefania may be there singing
or playing the guitar, accordion or piano.
Ten minutes by
car from Dolce Toscana is the charming medieval village of Bibbona,
with its 11th-century Church of Saint Ilario, its castle, Etruscan
tombs and Roman ruins, its soothing walks through the forest known
as the Macchia della Magona and the lovely textile and
clothing-optional beaches of Marina di Bibbona with its excellent
seaside restaurants and cafes.
Click here to see the images of Bibbona.
Another five
minutes by car is the village of Bolgheri, with its stunning
cypress-lined approach, its medieval castle of the Counts della
Gherardesca, its world-famous Sassicaia and Ornellaia wines and its
charming restaurants.
Less than ten
minutes by car beyond Bolgheri is Castagneto Carducci, named in
honor of Giosue Carducci, one of Italy’s most famous poets. Perched
on a hill overlooking the sea, this lovely village, built around a
castle of the della Gherardesca family, brims with life and
excitement in the Summer months and offers fine restaurants and wine
shops. For a change of pace, drive down to the seaside resort of
Marina di Castagneto and dine at one of the several beachside
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At Dolce
Toscana, we offer you a choice of unique accommodations, each of
which has been completely renovated and individually decorated to a
high standard, and a choice of two “lifestyles” to fit the vacation
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Our Nespola
apartment, with two bedrooms, one large bath, living/dining area,
kitchenette and use of a large patio, is located on the upper floor
and sleeps up to five. One bedroom offers a panoramic view of the
Cecina River valley, and the other overlooks our extensive private
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Our Ciliegia
apartment is on the ground floor, with two bedrooms, two large
baths, living/dining area and kitchenette. It features a private
terrace overlooking vineyards and the Cecina River valley and sleeps
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The La Quercia
villa, 130 sq. meters (1,400 sq. ft.) sleeps up to up to four
persons and offers a high level of comfort, with two bedrooms, two
baths, a large great room with complete gourmet kitchen, dining
area, fireplace and sitting room, laundry facilities and a large
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If
you want a break from peace and quiet, drive down to the seaside
resort town of Cecina, seven minutes from Dolce Toscana. Spend a
day playing at the Aqua Park or lounging on the beach, then enjoy an
evening of fine dining and night life. On Tuesdays, you can shop at
one of the largest outdoor markets in Tuscany. Ristorante Il Faro
in Marina di Cecina is perhaps the best seafood restaurant on the
planet.
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Click here to see More images of the region around Montescudaio.
A half-hour drive from Dolce Toscana offers even more
opportunities for culture, history, nature and village life: The
hilltop fortress town of Volterra, the medieval walled village of
Suvereto with its original 11th-century church, the stunning
cathedral of Massa Marittima, the wild beaches of the National Park
of the Rimigliano and the winding, narrow streets of Campiglia
Marittima, where every turn reveals new surprises, and you can buy
superb homemade panforte, are just a few of the possibilities.
Check here regularly for more details on these and the other
exciting experiences a stay at Dolce Toscana offers you. |