great hosts, enjoyed the breakfast, pool is a great plus during hot afternoons. Lovely quite location

if you are looking for calm and quiet place, this is it. you feel like you are in nature and it’s not really far from center

nothing, everything was exceptional

the place itself is absolutely stunning. The house, the garden, the spectacular view and the scenery around. our hosts were very nice, helpful and pleasant. the room was comfortable and upon arrival we got a very helpful packet of instructions (general info about Florence, restaurant recommendations which were mostly spot on, etc).

the art pieces above the bed are full of dust and spider webs. That thing is just above the pillow. I am far away from a neat freak - but seriously, that was disturbing. The shower door was leaking badly and the lamp in the toilet was way too low. we constantly bumped into it. breakfast have a slightly cheap feeling, that doesn’t go along with the rest of the experience. Two things stand out: the nature of this accommodation is a guest house, so at 07:30, we woke up because the kids of the guests next door started watching SpongeBob, the walls and doors are thin, and it just feels like there’s no privacy in the room. The 2nd thing was - a sign in the toilet, explaining where to put used condoms. While I don’t thing this place is made for nuns, and it’s clear to me that it is the perfect place for a romantic retreat - I don’t want a reminder of what happened there the night before we arrived (and every night before that). it just cheapens the entire experience- since it’s a sign you expect to find in either youth hostels or “rooms by the hour”.

Beautiful house and surroundings and wonderful hosts. The house itself is 700 years old and is run by a family of artists. The rooms are huge and are decorated with owners photos and sculptures, just beautiful. The house is very clean, breakfast is excellent with the best homemade croissants !!! The area itself is beautiful and is a short drive to Firenze. The owner gave lots of good tips re local transportation (tram) and restaurants. We took his advise and tried the famous Gustapiza.

Nothing! Great for families and couples

This is where we live in Florence 2 weeks ago. On the hill across the river from Florence, what we covet is spaciousness and comfort. It was already past nine o'clock when we arrived that night, and it happened to be raining, each house had its own detached yard and gate. The owner offered cold cuts for us, and we shook our heads vigorously, so he contacted us in the restaurant in the town down the hill. The next night we went home and passed by. We still wanted to go to that restaurant for supper. We didn't expect that it happened to be closed on Monday or Tuesday that day. We stayed in the villa like house for two nights, ate two breakfasts, and talked a lot with the owner. The owner is not eloquent, but very sincere and friendly. This house has a history of 700 years. The first 300-400 years was a monastery, and the last 300 or 400 years was a private residence. The owner's father is a local painter with a little reputation, and his home is full of art works. The owner introduced his father's paintings, many of which were his mother and his childhood. He also mentioned that his father's use of colors. In his early years, there were a lot of bright yellow colors, and in his later years, it became a lot of blue. There are also those sculptures, which are made of cardboard and then painted with cement and paint on the outside. It is said that this was the first of its kind at the time, and it was the first time I heard and saw this idea. The painter's father of the house owner of this villa is called Milo. We offered to buy his father's picture album. They seemed to only have a collector's edition and they were not selling it. At that time, we still remembered to take pictures of paintings of this one of so many artists. But forgot to photograph the outside of the house, the yard and the iron gate.

My husband and I, together with our five years old David, want to express how much we enjoyed our stay at this unique house. We enjoyed the hospitality from the first greeting of the host. From then on, every encounter with the personal was excellent. If it was breakfast with wonderful conversations, or cooking course again it was unforgettable Italien taste. Keep up the great work, art and Life Balance. Once again thank you from bottom of our hearts.

Nothing

It’s a great experience. The landlord’s family are all artists, and the walls are decorated with paintings and sculptures that they drew. They are very decorative with good taste. The breakfast is very rich (even with watermelon), the landlord is very caring and considerable, and especially provides parking and dining guides papers, which are very practical.

It is a 15-minute drive from Florence, and it is recommended that friends who drive by car come here to stay

Cosimo is very helpful, follow what he advises, you'll have very good experiences. The place is elegant, very arty and quiet. Very nice stay

The place to be to discover the Tuscany, Florence and the Italian way of live.

The house and gardens were great for relaxing in,the breakfast was all you could eat and more. The bed was comfy,the room,had cold air conditioning for when you came back,after a humid day. The hosts were perfect in everyway,you could not ask for better hosts,we are so greatful in everyway for your hospitality, grazie!!!!!!!

N/a perfect

Many Thanks to Il Monasteraccio. Owner's hospitality, clean and tidyness, home warmth, acceptable price were perfect. It is not far away from City Center, five-minute drive to City Center. I felt like I were at my home. And last but not the least fireplace and breakfast were awesome. My point to the hotel is ten out of ten.