Agriturismo Podere Canale

Agriturismo Canale is a farmhouse that was completely renovated in the 19th century on the beautiful Tuscan hills that border the provinces of Florence, Pisa and Siena, near the Volterra and San Gimignano regions. It is immersed in pristine and rugged natural setting rich in history and memories of the past, expressed by these cities in their art and stories.

The hamlet of Montelopio, approximately 2 km. from villa, is a witness to history: The Etruscans, the Longobardians, the Maritime Republic of Pisa, the Knights Templar, and the noble families of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany have all left signs of their passage and their stays here on this “mountain of well-being”.

The Agriturismo Canale, wonderful farmhouse in Tuscany, is surrounded by a green area (7000 sq. m) it has covered private parking, bocce court, table tennis, children play area and a very large swimming pool, set amongst olive, oleander and fruit trees. Each apartment has its own shaded gazebo with tables and chairs.

The location of the Agriturismo Canale is ideal for visiting the most important cultural and artistic centres of Tuscany such as Florence, Siena, Pisa, Lucca, San Gimignano, Volterra and the seaside is only 45 minutes drive away.

The property comprises 2 units, the main farmhouse with 6 apartments: 4 one double bedroom apartments (50 sq. mts) and 2 two double bedroom apartments (75 sq. mts) and the hay barn with 2 three double bedroom apartments (80 sq. mts) restored and decorated in the original peasant style; these 2 apartments are suitable for large families and group of friends who wish to be together and desire more privacy.

APARTMENTS:

Viola 2+2: This apartment is situated on the first floor, (50 sq. mts) can accommodate up to 4 people and has living room/kitchen equipped with gas cooker, oven, double sofa bed, one room/twin room, shower room, heating, Terracotta floors, wooden beamed ceilings and private gazebo with table,chairs and barbecue and air conditioning.

Lilla 2-2: This apartment is situated on the first floor, (50 sq.mts) can accommodate up to 4 people and has living room/kitchen equipped with gas cooker, oven, double sofa bed, one room/twin room, shower room, heating, Terracotta floors, wooden beamed ceilings and private gazebo with table, chairs and barbecue and air conditioning.

Ciclamino 2+2: This apartment is situated on the ground floor ( 50 sq. mts ), can accommodate up to 4 people and has living room/kitchen equipped with gas cooker, oven and double sofa bed; one room/twin room, shower room, heating, terracotta floors, wooden beamed ceilings and private gazebo with table, chairs and private barbecue.

Mimosa 2+2: This apartment is situated on the ground floor (50 sq. mts), can accommodate up to 4 people and has living room/kitchen equipped with gas cooker, oven and double sofa bed; one room/twin room, shower room, heating, terracotta floors, wooden beamed ceilings and private gazebo with table, chairs and private barbecue.  

Margherita 4+2: This apartment is situated on the first floor (75 sq. mts) can accommodate up to 6 people and has living room/kitchen equipped with gas cooker, oven, double sofa bed and small balcony, one double room, one twin/double room, shower room, heating, terracotta floors, wooden beamed ceilings and private gazebo with table, chairs and barbecue and air conditioning.

Rosa 4+2: This apartment is situated on the ground floor (75 sq. mts) can accommodate up to 6 people, it has living room/kitchen equipped with gas cooker, oven, double sofa bed, one double room, one twin/double room, two shower rooms, heating, terracotta floors, wooden beamed ceilings and private gazebo with table, chairs and barbecue.

Melograno 6+1: Flat (80 sq.mts), accommodating up to 6+1 people, in the restored hay barn, split level, on the ground floor it has one double/twin room, living room/ kitchenette equipped with gas cooker, oven, shower room; on the first floor one double/twin room, one double room, one single sofa bed (in one of the double/twin rooms), it has heating, terracotta floors, wooden beamed ceilings. Private large portico equipped with sofa, armchairs table, chairs and private barbecue.

Girasole 6+1: Flat (80 sq. mts), accommodating up to 6+1 people, in the restored hay barn, split level, on the ground floor it has one double/twin room, one shower room, living room/ kitchenette equipped with gas cooker, oven; on the first floor one double bedroom, one double/twin rooms, one single sofa bed, one shower room; it has heating, terracotta floors, wooden beamed ceilings. Private large portico equipped with sofa, armchairs table, chairs and private barbecue.

What to visit

Beyond the classical destinations of the most important cities of art which surround us, in our immediate vicinity it is possible to visit countless smaller villages which are without doubt rich with notable artistic and cultural interest; amongst others, we draw your attention to the town of Peccioli. There is the Etruscan Museum and, in its surrounding countryside, the Etruscan excavations of the Ortaglia sanctuary, dating back to the ninth-second century BC, the very particular Museum of Russian Icons and, for the pleasure of the little ones, the prehistoric park, among the largest and most beautiful in Europe.

In the village of Libbiano there is the Astronomical Observatory of Galileo Galieli, in the town of Montefoscoli, The Museum of Peasant Civilization, in the village of San Gervasio, The Museum of Workers and Rural Civilization; in the town of Capannoli in the splendid Villa Baciocchi, in late Baroque style, it is possible to visit both the Zoological Museum and the Archaeological Museum. .

There are countless itineraries of naturalistic interest which find themselves in harmony within our hills, allowing a taste of the beauty of the place and, furthermore, whenever you raise your eyes to the sky, you will see enchanting bell towers and a surprising richness of churches from across ten centuries.

In the course of a year in the town of Peccioli, there are many traditional events, with food festivals, local celebrations linked with theatre events, cultural events of great variety and of a high standard of theatre, music, dance, cinema (with special initiatives for children).

Scenery and surrounds

In the surrounding countryside you can see many charming villages and farms, some of them tumbledown – testimony of the past rural civilization. But at the same time they are reviving, transmitting and creating moments of happiness and simple emotions, which all of us desire and you feel again that the world is finally yours, this is what you will get in an agriturismo in Tuscany.

Approximately 1/5 km. from our farmhouse is the little Medieval village of Montelopio, accessible by a country road that winds in perfect harmony with the landscape, among vineyards and olive groves, allowing visitors to savor the the marvels of the place. On arriving in the village, you may settle at the tables of the characteristic Perbacco (bar/delicatessen) where you can savor typical dishes or enjoy an aperitif in complete peace.

Our area is very well served by countless typical restaurants; amongst these, I can make mention of one in particular (Ristorante Serravalle) which is easily accessible on foot (500 mt), and where Paolo (owner and passionate cook) will make you taste typical Tuscan cuisine with his truly exclusive dishes, and will suggest to you which of the excellent, local wines to accompany your meal, all expertly produced by his own company.

For those who want to be in direct contact with nature, there are beautiful natural trekking and mountain bike routes, and for the more athletic wishing to rediscover the joy of adventure, there are facilities just 5 km from the agritourism site for horseback riding along the attractive paths of our hills, or playing golf at the beautiful field of Castelfalfi, an 22-hole courseas well as a putting green and a practice bunker.
For those who would like to indulge in the care of their own bodies, 12 kilometres from our company there is the exclusive thermal centre of Casciana Terme, where it is possible to benefit from the full range (thermal cures, well-being centre, cosmetic line etc).
Upon request, it is possible to have guided tours to the most beautiful cities of art, or for a very particular experience, aerial trips

Each year the tenor Andrea Bocelli performs at the Teatro Naturale Del Silenzio (Natural Theatre of Silence). Located near Lajatico and just 2 km from our company, it is a magical place nestled in the surrounding green hills.
Thanks to the additional presence of numerous international stars of music, the concerts attract thousands of people from all over the world.
It is a special occasion that takes place every July and which continues to charm its audiences

Although the Farmhouse is situated in the open countryside there is a restaurant nearby (just 500 m) which you could walk to and savour traditional Tuscan cuisine. More restaurants, a few shops, cafés, a bank, a post office, a chemist and a doctor are a few km away and at Peccioli there are a supermarket and interesting shops.

The Farm “Agriturismo Canale” offers its guests a range of services to enrich their stay in Tuscany:

The Ruatti family is happy to invite its guests to a fun Pizza Party to get together and enjoy having fun as a group! Wine and food day-trips, Wine tasting, Olive oil tasting, Cheese and salami tasting,  Pasta factory and medieval castle day-trip, Chocolate tasting, Pastry tasting, Tuscan cooking classes, Arts and Italian language, Painting classes, Decoupage classes, Classes of decoration on ceramics, Italian language classes. :

Nearby: typical restaurants ( we will be pleased to advise you), museums, trekking and mountain bike trails, horse riding, flying tours, golf, tennis, spa 7 km, golf km, horse riding 4 km, restaurant 400 m to 7 km, shopping 2 km, spa 15 km, museums 7 km, prehistoric park 7 km, observatory 4 km, doctor 3 km, poliambulatorio 8 km, pharmacy 3 km, bank 3 km, post office 3 km, police 7 km, church 2 km.

Outdoor activities and Sports
Horse riding around the hills

Golf vacation in Tuscany

Trekking through fields, vineyards, olive groves woods

Biking in freedom

Full adrenaline quadding

Helibiking down the Tuscan mountains and other extreme sports

SPAFull adrenaline quadding

Culture, traditions, history

The castle of the Vicars and the pasta factory in Lari 

The museum of Leonardo da Vinci

The museum of the mines in Montecatini Val di Cecina

Vicopisano and the ceramic workshop

Peccioli and the Etruscan museum

Bird watching in the marsh of Fucecchio

The Vespa moped and the Piaggio museum

The museum of ceramics in Montelupo Fiorentino

The Etruscan Volterra and the alabaster workshop

San Rossore natural park on board a coach

The Carthusian monastery in Calci.