Residence Casprini da Omero  

Tucked into the rolling hills of Greve in Chianti, this rural aparthotel is a short drive from the Wine Museum and Verrazzano Castle. About 19 km from Florence, it’s close enough for day trips to Piazzale Michelangelo, Pitti Palace and Basilica of Santa Croce. Pet-friendly and family-friendly base for exploring Tuscany.

Housed in part of a 16th-century building, rooms and apartments mix restored period furnishings with modern touches. Expect terracotta floors, wrought-iron beds, orthopaedic mattresses (85 cm), independent entrances and boilers, and simple comforts like fans and daily housekeeping. Options range from compact rooms to fully furnished apartments with linen, towels and kitchenware—good for families, bikers, groups and guests with reduced mobility.

Relax in a large 7,000 m² garden with tables and a pool, or grab a drink at the bar and snack deli. Onsite conveniences include free self-parking, laundry and dry-cleaning, a safe-deposit box, designated smoking areas and pet-friendly facilities. Summer nights stay refreshingly cool compared with Florence.

Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected. Luggage storage and a front-desk safe-deposit box are available; free self-parking onsite.

The family-run restaurant (Casprini, since 1913) serves Tuscan home-made starters, desserts and jam for breakfast; continental breakfast is offered 08:00–10:30 for a fee. Lunch and dinner follow seasonal hours (restaurant closed Wednesday), and the house boasts an impressive Chianti collection—perfect for lovers of authentic Tuscan cuisine and local wines. A snack bar/deli is also on site.