Residenza D'Arte — Hotel in Unione dei Comuni Valdichiana Senese

My boyfriend and I were travelling through the Tuscan wine country and came across this lovely residence. The family is one of the most hospitable that I have encountered in my travels. They were so enthusiastic to help with any and everything that we needed. They gave great directions and recommendations that helped to contribute to our experience in the area. We were planning to only stay one night but we ended up staying two nights and were able to upgrade to a junior suite which was beautiful. The location is central to many vineyards but most of the food locations and small towns are 15 minutes or more away. The breakfast was good and is catered by a local kitchen. The building itself is unique and interesting with a great story (if you have the time, ask the hosts to tell you the history behind the property). Lots of attention to detail and unique art around...

Residenza d’Arte is more an Art Museum, than a Hotel. You come here to admire the ubiquitous & bold art of owner Anna Izzo, which includes the paintings, furniture & sculptures extending to the gardens.|We enjoyed our conversation with the host family over breakfast . Besides Anna, husband Biaggio and daughter Francesca were attentive & hospitable , and had many good suggestions to exploring the surrounding countryside.|Our stay would have been more comfortable, if the rooms were brighter. We also had some difficulty initially, locating the Hotel on google maps.|Nevertheless we had a memorable stay, and found it a good base for a driving...

Torrita de Sienna is only 15 mins drive from loads of beautiful hilltop villages and restaurants. But more importantly the Residenza it is the ideal place to come home to after travelling around. The family are welcoming and beautifull and the villa is a stunning home, carefully converted to make private and individual accommodations.||||The Art on the walls and in the gardens is very special and there are corners in the gardens to sit and just enjoy being in the countryside. Fab breakfast and lots of recommendations for restaurants, gardens and towns to visit. We stayed 5 nights and were so sad when it was already...