Holiday rentals near Orciatico

The tiny hilltop village of Orciatico lies deep in the perfumed folds of the Tuscan countryside, and is part of the Province of Pisa. Within an hour’s drive of the famous leaning towers and the cultural delights of Florence and Sienna, it is a typically Tuscan getaway just off the well-beaten track. With a surprisingly diverse landscape, the region is made up of rising hills, sandy beaches, pine forests and olive groves all ready to be explored. Perfect for an impromptu break from the city, this sleepy little village embodies the essence of Tuscan tradition.

Renting holiday accommodation in Orciatico

With the famous wine producing town Chianti within driving distance and many picturesque villages dotted around the countryside, Orciatico is an ideal base from which to enjoy cycling tours, sightseeing and culinary pilgrimages. Wonder down cobbled streets and ancient Roman roads lined with poplars and vineyards. Return to your Orciatico villa to enjoy the last warming rays over a plate of anti pasti. Your HouseTrip host will be able to recommend to you the best places to sample from the abundant bounty harvested from the surrounding farmland, cured meat specialists and wine growers. A day spent absorbing the wealth of classical and renaissance art or an evening of opera in Florence will make for a truly resplendent break.

Where to stay in Orciatico

From holiday apartments in Orciatico, expect traditional Tuscan villas and homesteads on sunbaked hillsides. As an agricultural region there are many fine old farmhouses and stone built wineries, which all add to the authentic allure of Orciatico. From high oak beamed ceilings to terracotta flagstone floors to sun warmed swimming pools, Orciatico apartments have it all. In spite of its modest size, the beautiful setting and the comfortable grandeur of the accommodation will make for an unforgettable stay. With a bar, café, supermarket and its own restaurant, Orciatico has all the local amenities you might expect from a small provincial community. It’s secluded location means that you can enjoy the tranquility of rural life, but within reach all the conveniences of the nearby towns.

Orciatico with the family

Ideal for lazy days beside the swimming pool or quiet weekends away from the buzz of the city, Orciatico is also within distance of the beach at Cecina. The Parco Avventura Il Giardino will make for an action packed day for the kids in nearby Ripabella, and a tour of the recently discovered Roman Theatre and Baths in Volterra is history lesson well worth the short drive. Other geological marvels include the Balze Cliffs in Volterra, and with an abundance of museums, cathedrals and castles like the Palazzo di Priori to choose from, there’s more than the towers in nearby Pisa to take your mind off the next bottle of Chianti.