Villa Pia – Large Family Room

A stay at Villa Pia is one of the most popular holidays featured on the Baby-Friendly Boltholes website and with very good reason. Nestled at the foot of the medieval castle of Lippiano, with postcard-perfect Tuscan views, it is a magical place for adults and children alike. It is instantly relaxing any time of year as, with so many places to play and playmates to meet, little ones are in heaven within minutes of arriving leaving their grown-ups to sit back and unwind with ease.

British owners, Kevin and Morag have created a bohemian atmosphere that’s akin to staying at a fabulous house with friends, but with no responsibility for cooking and cleaning and always a quiet spot to be found. It’s difficult not to rave about Villa Pia. Whether it’s the location within easy reach (with car hire) of Florence, Sienna, and Rome, the stunning scenery – so idyllic that guests have described it as like living in a painting – the mouth-watering food that’s so good its starred in a broadsheet newspaper, or the simple beauty of the Villa itself. Furnishings are kept authentic and simple, rather than glamorous or contemporary, to allow the beauty of the fantastically well-preserved hand-painted ceilings and tiled floors to shine through.

A similarly sensitive approach has been adopted with the local community. Morag and Kevin employ local staff and pay them above average wages, year-round, whether or not they are needed. As a result, a big happy family atmosphere pervades and is extended into the evenings in summer when guests and staff often mingle at the weekly village dance.

In total, Villa Pia has 17 bedrooms all with private bathrooms (all with tubs and showers over). Each of the family rooms has a double and two singles plus space for a cot. There are also five sets of interconnecting rooms for those who prefer to sleep separately.

IMPORTANT PRICING NOTES: Prices listed here are based on 2 adults & 2 children under 2 (infants stay free) sharing a large double room on full board. Prices include all meals (except on Thursdays when only breakfast is provided) and drinks, fruit. milk, cereals, yoghurts etc are available anytime free of charge. Those with larger groups can choose from the larger occupancy options by using 'similar accommodation' tab at the bottom of listing.