As a family (two adults and two young ladies) we were the guests in Dora’s superb refuge called “il Fenile” in the mountains of Pistoia in hot July 2019. The wonderful view over the valley is in reality even more overwhelming than the photos do suggest, in the evening you can enjoy it with a glass of wine from the terraces.
Pistoia is in an ideal and well-centered place. Everything is within reach, towards either the sea, such as Viareggio, Lucca, Pisa, Vinci, and Siena or many places more, just Florence is highly recommended by train. You get used to the mountainous approach and enjoy it after some time.
Pistoia itself offers many shopping opportunities with small and large shops, very good restaurants (tip: Osteria del Canbiancho) as well as a very nice old downtown.
During 14 days, we could enjoy the peace, the pleasant climate, the great pool, the inviting garden, the loving furnishing of the house with true works of art, and above all enjoy the hospitality with emphasis on friendship of Dora and Sergio.
It is not possible to be welcomed friendlier and looked after than here. You feel at home within half an hour, regeneration and relaxation could start.
The hosts are always open-hearted, helpful and provide tips and recommendations and they help you when you need it. Caro saluti a Dora e Sergio, ci auguriamo di tornare presto. Mille grazie Dora!