TEN STARS for Anna Borgia & Villa Le Pergole! Staying here is experiencing the best that Tuscany has to offer. From the very warm welcome, to the extremely charming surroundings—Italian garden abundant with flowers—to the spotless & spacious suite which includes master bedroom, an upper bedroom, a large but cozy sitting area with doors that open out into an inviting outdoor patio, small eating area with all the necessities for making morning coffee or tea, as well as fridge, microwave, dishes, etc.
This beautiful place retains all the old XV century charm, very comfortably furnished, at the same time offering good WiFi, plenty of outlets to keep things charged & an updated bathroom that has good water pressure. (However, you must keep your showers short so the next person doesn’t end up with a cold one!)
There is an option to have Anna prepare breakfast as well as an evening meal, just put in your request. Meals are served in the family dining room which is entered from your private suite. If Anna is available you will enjoy some very fine cooking, with that buttery rich olive oil from her groves, homemade jams, honey & home baked goods & much more. I could go on but it’s making me hungry remembering our delicious meals there!
Anna is very generous with her time & knowledge, which is abundant as her family history with the Villa Le Pergole goes back centuries! She offers many local tips as well as providing her own helpful guide book. After initially greeting us, Anna served us a repast of bruschetta (that heavenly olive oil!), cheese & arancia juice, in her lovely Italian garden. It hit the spot for these hungry & tired travelers. Anna goes above & beyond—she even made a special trip on our behalf, to retrieve a package from DHL far away, because the driver didn’t wait for Anna to open the gate. The gate has cool factor, but takes a little time to fully open.
Other friendly greeters include Happy & Buc(sp?) the family dogs, & Vanilla the Shetland pony. The scenery beyond the villa into the hills is breathtaking with olive groves as far as the eye can see. And lovely flowers everywhere, which also found homes throughout our suite & the breakfast table.
Villa Le Pergole & Anna Borgia will provide you with an unforgettable & amazing experience. Thank you, Anna!