Quercia Rossa  

Tucked inside a provincial park outside Manciano, Quercia Rossa feels like a secluded farmhouse base for exploring southern Tuscany. It’s close to highlights like Terme di Saturnia and the Cascate del Mulino, with the hilltop Piazza del Castello di Montemerano and the Art History Library nearby.

Six individually furnished guestrooms give each stay a personal, rustic-chic vibe. Rooms come with minibars, flat-screen TVs and DVD players, private bathrooms with shower/tub combos, designer toiletries and bidets. Public spaces include a garden, terrace and a cozy lobby fireplace.

Swim in the outdoor pool, wander the grounds, or join the daily complimentary reception. A buffet breakfast is included, babysitting is available for a surcharge, and there’s a tour desk to book local excursions. Free self-parking is on site.

Facilities include about 90 square metres of meeting and conference space, express check-in, dry cleaning/laundry services and multilingual staff. Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected.

On-site restaurant Quercia Rossa serves dinner and brunch, with limited room service hours for laid-back nights in. A bar/lounge is available for drinks, and the day starts with a complimentary buffet breakfast.