What is an Agriturismo?
- An agriturismo is a type of accommodation in Italy (most often in Tuscany, Umbria, and Sicily) where a working farm has converted some of the rooms in the farmhouses into guest rooms. To be a true agriturismo the farm must earn more money from agricultural activities than room rentals and guests must be served items (olive oil, wine, fruit, vegetables) grown on the farm. The focus is often on local produce, regional dishes, and seasonal food in a rural and picturesque setting. Places that do not strictly fall into this category of lodging are usually called B&Bs or farmhouse rentals.
- Staying at an Tuscan farmhouse or agriturismo is one of the highlights of a trip to Tuscany. If you have the time you should definitely make the effort.
- Booking.com – The best site for booking an agriturismo in Tuscany. (Good rates and the best selection.)
- Accommodations range from simple rooms to luxury villas. Most include breakfast, many provide lunch and some also offer dinner (for a fee).
- Many agriturismo, but not all, have minimum stays (3 to 7 nights).
- Agriturismo vacations have become incredibly popular so plan on booking 4 to 6 months in advance. Even longer if booking a luxury agriturimso in Tuscany or if visiting in May, June, July, August, or September.
- Renting a car in Florence is the easiest way to get to most agriturismo farm.
- Popular options: An agriturismo with a swimming pool is great for kids. Many agriturismo offer cooking classes (highly recommended). Often, an agriturismo provide breakfast and dinner so a kitchen is convenient for preparing snacks and light lunch. Most of the apartments listed below come with a full kitchen.
- Best Agriturismo in Tuscany: Agriturismo Casale Dello Sparviero – Breathtaking location, idyllic setting.
- Best Agriturismo near Florence: Castello Di Gabbiano (Chianti region)
- Best Agriturismo near Siena: Villa Agostoli
- Best Agriturismo near Lucca: Agriturismo La Conte
See Also
Agriturismo on map: Agriturismo Casale Dello Sparviero • Agriturismo Cerreto • Agriturismo Macinatico • Castello Di Gabbiano • Agriturismo Baccoleno • Castello La Leccia • Castello Vicchiomaggio • Fattoria Di Pancole • Agriturismo Il Segreto di Pietrafitta • Agriturismo La Crociona di Nannetti • Le Mandrie di Ripalta • Mormoraia • Poderi Arcangelo • Salvadonica • Villa Agostoli • Villa Montecastello • Agriturismo Il Poderuccio
The Best Agriturismo Farm Stays in Tuscany
Agriturismo Casale Dello Sparviero
Rooms Available: Two Bedroom Apartments
Hotel phone: +39 0577 743228
Nearest Town: PoggibonsiAgriturismo Cerreto
Rooms Available: Double Rooms and Two/Three Bedroom Apartments with kitchenettes
Hotel Phone: +39 0578 749121
Nearest Town: PienzaAgriturismo Macinatico
Rooms Available: Two/Three/Four/Five Bedroom Apartments
Hotel Phone: +39 338 885 0426
Nearest Town: San GimignanoCastello Di Gabbiano
Rooms Available: Double Rooms, Suites, and Two Bedroom Apartments
Hotel Phone: +39 055 821053
Nearest Town: Mercatale Val Di PesaAgriturismo Baccoleno
Rooms Available: One and two bedroom apartments with kitchen & washing machine
Hotel Phone: +39 338 611 5010
Nearest Town: AscianoCastello La Leccia
Rooms Available: Classic/Superior/Deluxe Double Rooms
Hotel Phone: +39 0577 743148
Nearest Town: Castellina in ChiantiCastello Vicchiomaggio
Rooms Available: One/Two Bedroom Apartments, Family Suite sleeps family of 5
Hotel Phone: +39 055 854078
Nearest Town: Greve in ChiantiFattoria Di Pancole
Rooms Available: One/Two Bedroom Apartments sleep up to 5
Hotel Phone: +39 0577 955078
Nearest Town: San GimignanoAgriturismo Il Segreto di Pietrafitta
Rooms Available: Double and Triple Rooms
Hotel Phone: +39 0577 940016
Nearest Town: San GimignanoAgriturismo La Crociona di Nannetti
Rooms Available: Studio and One and Two Bedroom Apartments
Hotel Phone: +39 0577 847133
Nearest Town: Montalcino
Le Mandrie di Ripalta
Rooms Available: Double Rooms and Suites/Junior Suites that sleep 6
Hotel Phone: +39 0571 671700
Nearest Town: MontespertoliMormoraia
Rooms Available: Double Rooms, some with jacuzzi
Hotel Phone: +39 0577 940096
Nearest Town: San GimignanoPoderi Arcangelo
Rooms Available: Double/Triple Rooms, One/Two Bedroom Apartments
Hotel Phone: +39 0577 944404
Nearest Town: San GimignanoSalvadonica
Rooms Available: Suites and Family Room for family of 4 or 5
Hotel Phone: +39 055 821 8039
Nearest Town: San CascianoVilla Agostoli
Rooms Available: Two/Three/Four Bedroom Apartments & Villas
Hotel Phone: +39 0577 44392
Nearest Town: SienaVilla Montecastello
Rooms Available: 8-bedroom villa, One/Three/Five Bedroom Apartments
Hotel Phone: +39 348 1401676
Nearest Town: PoggibonsiAgriturismo Il Poderuccio
Rooms Available: One/Two Bedroom Apartments & Family Studio
Hotel Phone: +39 3472 563178
Nearest Town: San Quirico d’Orcia
Hi Dave,
Do you know if there are any vegan themed agriturismos that you recommend? Or are there any that have vegan options? My wife and I are vegan and we would like to stay in an agriturismo.
Also, we were thinking of a stay in early October. Do you think this would be a great time to go? And finally, by that time, our baby will be 18 months old. Do you think an agriturismo is appropriate for an 18 month old and two young parents? If yes, perhaps you can recommend one that checks all the boxes.
I appreciate it :)
I do not have any specific recommendations but I do not think it would be a problem at most Agriturismo. But you will need to check and send emails to enquire. Some places offer set meals and it’s possible that they wouldn’t be able to accommodate specific diets. And yes, I think an Agriturismo is fine with a toddler.
We are a family of 5 (3 teens) from Singapore. Is mid-December a good time to do an agriturismo stay? What are the outdoor activities available? Horse riding? Someone told me that there is nothing to see in Winter and since the daylight is short, there is nothing much to do.
Weather can be hard to predict in December. It can be quite nice. It can be grey and rainy. But unless you have a large storm moving through I think you’ll find plenty to do. If you’re really worried about it then choose an agriturismo that is close to a significant town.
HI, my girlfriend and I are traveling to Tuscany at the end of March for 10 days. We are booked 3 day in Florence and looking to go to Sienna, Lucca, and Cinque Terre, possibly San Gimignano. Is an agriturismo a good place to stay in late March, as it’s probably quite cold. Somehow it seems that being on a farm at that time of year won’t afford us the outdoor beauty of being outside to enjoy what the farm has to offer in warmer months.
Any suggestions are very welcome!
Gracie Mille!
Matthew
Weather is variable in March so you’re wise in expecting/preparing for anything but most years I think a March visit will be great. Countryside is green and farms busy with work. I would be more concerned with the Cinque Terre in March than an Agriturismo – paths between the villages are sometimes washed out due to winter rains and boats between coastal towns don’t start until April 1 (usually). When it’s cold and rainy on an Agriturismo you can usually find something interesting to do (cooking classes are great) but in the Cinque Terre it can feel sorta miserable.
HI,
We’re going in April with my kids 10 and 13 – would love something with animals and have the ability to do a cooking class. Ideas?
Jessica Sweedler
Poggio Tre Lune would be perfect but no animals (besides a few cats and dogs). I can’t think of any Agriturismo where farm animals play an integral role. The orientation is more agricultural than farm animal.
I’ve been to Tuscany last summer, a great, unique place. I visited San Gimignano, they are beautiful landscapes and the historic center is very nice and the people are very friendly. I stayed at the Raccianello Farmhouse, I recommend going there, a very nice place to relax and enjoy the holiday.
John Sheffield
Wow. Looks great. Thanks for the tip.
Hi Dave,
Looking for a farmstay north of Florence, maybe Bologna (?) for early June. Ideally one that offers cooking classes or other food/wine or outdoor related activities on the farm. Any suggestions?
Thanks, Amber
Poggio Tre Lune is an agriturismo near Florence, beautiful, and has cooking courses put on by the owners.
We are looking for the ‘right’ place for 7 nights in April in Tuscany Agriturismo for ‘luna di miele’ and there seem to be so many wonderful places – trying to narrow down best place for location, accessibility to the local sites/wineries, towns and allow one to immerse in the Tuscan culture…
Allison
You’re right, there are many. The good news is that most are very high quality (I’ve never heard of someone having a bad experience – I’m sure it does happen but it’s rare). I find the ratings on Booking.com/farm-stays are a very good signal for quality. A rating of 8.0 or above consistently means it’s good. 9.0 or above and it’s usually great.
The villas you’ve listed look wonderful but most are fully booked for our dates in early September. Can you recommend a Agriturismo that is beautiful and offers cooking classes for a family? Also need a swimming pool, preferably, and within a short drive of Florence.
The Poggio Tre Lune agriturismo/farmhouse is beautiful and run by a very friendly family. Nice pool and they do cooking courses where you’ll make some delicious food. Located close to Florence. September is still high season for agriturismos so I can’t promise they’ll have availability for your dates, but otherwise this ticks all your boxes.