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Our beautiful converted stone farmstead nestles on the edge of glorious woodlands just below one of the peaks of Maremma's highest range of hills, and so enjoys breathtaking panoramic views over gently receding green and blue hills to the distant sea - on a clear day you can see Elba on the horizon.

Tuscany Rural is to be found near Roccastrada, between Siena and Grossetto
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Rough whitewashed walls, low beamed ceilings, ancient terracotta floors and charming antique furnishings give the seven bedrooms the sort of character which makes Tuscany Rural a home rather than a hotel.
Mealtimes are convivial affairs around a huge table outside the splendid creeper-shaded terrace or, in cooler weather, in the delightful dining room where the stone mangers now hold not hay, but an excellent collection of wines.

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The local vintages are eminently drinkable and the dinners cooked by Angelo's wife are delicious. Breakfast on the terrace is a moment to linger long over - the bread is so crisp, the coffee so good, the chestnut honey so aromatic and the provision of such treats as S.Daniele prosciutto or cheeses so generous.