too far, twisty roads, far from where we had to go every early morning. no wifi. only outside. had to join early morning meetings, was impossible.

Overall was ok. quite

Stayed in September 2024

directions to the property not clear. no one to meet us on arrival. no instructions for how to use heater and hot water systems. a little isolated from amenities. pool not ready

beautiful surroundings

Stayed in May 2023

The location was no where near that indicated by the address and the booking .com information. As we were on motorcycles this made going out for evening meals very difficult as there were no available taxis. The host helped us out for one night but this was a considerable inconvenience. The closest eating establishment was probably 1.5 miles away.

The accomodation was adequate and as described

Stayed in October 2022

I wish there were more bathrooms. We were 6 people and it was a bit challenging to share one bathroom. The breakfast was just a packed snack.

We stayed in the main house and it was fabulous. The host was kind and helpful.

Stayed in September 2022

We did not have a hot water in the building. Couldn’t have a shower, the people came to fix it in the morning, but it was too late for us, as we had to leave early

The property is beautiful, with the view

Stayed in June 2025

I'd not have booked if I'd know there was only 1 bathroom for the house and no other toilet. However, it worked out fine for 4 adults. There was a jacuzzi bath and two wash basins. The all white shower was not very clean (grouting and crevisses needed a good scrub). No AC. Open windows kept us reasonably cool (early June) but we were woken early by Jacopo and his staff talking loudly outside as they started early. We could see a heat haze down in the valley all day/evening, so were glad to avoid that sweaty heat. My pal said her bed was very soft, though mine was ok. Beautiful antiques / old furniture, though a woman's touch needed (hooks in the bathroom and bedrooms, better cleaning, well-positioned mirrors in all rooms) Any shopping requires a 20 min drive. We anticipated this, so no problem as we pre-shopped/ stocked up in advance. No lunch available on-site, so go out or buy in. Breakfast was disappointing - packet toast and a croissant, with packet biscuits, jams etc. no butter, good coffee (readily topped up by the lovely Roberta daily) . She's the cleaner, provisioner, laundress. We had bought our own fruit juices, fruit, bread and eggs so ate well. (beautiful juicy nectarines, for example). Mugello Circuit - There were workmen at the farmstead as the enterprising former racer, Jacopo was adding new units in advance of the local motocross arena holding the world championship this/ next weekend, so occasional noisy strimming and banging as they finalised bathrooms and kitchens, but it all seemed part of life on the homestead. The motorbike noise was distant but could become irritating during a large event.

Podere Badia is certainly rural! Only accessible by car. We loved it. 4 of us stayed 3 nights and left very relaxed after an idyllic stay. A slight complication was a winter landslide onto the road between the farm and the local village, so a detour was needed - and advised to me well in advance. Our satnav took us there without problem. Beware, there are narrow winding roads and it is 20 mins from shops, and only 1-2 local hostelries (we did not seek them out). This is in a Tuscan hillside, with goats, frolicking kids, sheep with bells around their necks, a white and a brown horse in the field, and a stunning view down the valley. The pool was delightful, clean and with plenty sunbeds, a poolside 'honesty bar', and much needed shade. On arrival we had a late al fresco lunch (purchased salads, cold meats etc en route) overlooking the pool and the valley - instantly charming and relaxing. Our 3 rooms in the original house had a double and single bed in each. We ate in the kitchen (basically equipped; old-fashioned - so no coffee machine or toaster but huge American frig/freezer, microwave, small coffee percolator). It was a relaxing way to live 'en famille' with no timetable, no staff or others, so private. We dined in the open air outside our house on-site each evening with other guests (in several modern 2 person units) - a table d'hote menu of antipasta, prima of pasta and secundo of meat with salad. Varied light desserts and/or coffee were extra. Wine and water were available. Our host, Jacopo, was proud of local fare - prosciutto, home-made lasagne etc. He gave me a small can of his own olive oil, grown on the homestead. We drove to Scarperia (20 mins on hairpin bends) and shopped in Conad supermarket. Plenty options for lunch picnics, wine, beers, etc. The Mugello Race Circuit is just to the east, and audible from Podere Badia. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would go again.

Stayed in June 2025

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Stayed in August 2024

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Stayed in October 2023