Swim-up Rooms & Private Pools in San Gimignano

Charming villa in a perfect location with lots of period features. The pool was great, however, securing a lounger by the pool was almost impossible given the number of people staying in the villa and cottages. Water should have been provided by the pool for free, especially given that the hotel filters its own water. Restaurant food was very good, although a little pricey. For almost £300 per night I was expecting just a little more.

While you can't really go wrong with a vacation in Tuscany, there are few places that enhance your experience and make your vacation like a romantic movie. Borgo Pignano was that place for me and wife. Set on 700 acres, this self-sustainable farm estate, offers it all whether it be a romantic getaway (which was the case for us) or a family vacation with activities for adults and kids. Even separate pools for families and adults. Poolside bar/drinks is just a few feet away from each. Excellent curated wine list and dinner options on site as well. Bespoke made cocktails for those who wish to indulge beyond wine. The staff is attentive and knows you by name. I suggest renting a car to explore the local towns as it's only an 60-80 minute drive to beaches and Florence. The Spa is excellent. We appreciated that the spa only reserves your booking, so you have the entire spa facility to yourself for the duration of your spa treatment. Your photographs will be postcard or NatGeo worthy. Rooms are larger than average, good WiFi throughout, peace and quiet, great for escaping to one of the many seating areas with a bottle of wine and reading a good book. I can go on, and on. Just book it. You will not be disappointed.

We were looking for an idyllic Tuscan getaway and Borgo Pignano delivered. The building and surrounding grounds are picturesque, encompassing historic buildings. What made our stay unique was the homey atmosphere and personal touch. We were personally welcomed by the General Manager, and the staff made extra effort to make a personal connection. The approach of the property is to recreate a home away from home (if you’re a wealthy villa owner with a full set of staff ha!) with an abundance of cozy common areas, limited signs, and a strong emphasis on sustainable, natural, and homemade products. The views are divine. We stayed at the beginning of April, shortly after the property opened for the season. As such, there was a nice, small group of guests and it was very quiet. Additionally, this meant the pool (so gorgeous!) was closed - they were prepping it for opening later in the month. Special shoutouts to the restaurant manager and front desk staff for being friendly, personable and helping us feel at home. The breakfast spread (included) is wonderful and full of items grown or homemade on the property. Note, two restaurants are available and the prices are not for travellers on a budget. We dined one evening in a room with a communal table and open fireplace but were disappointed with the food for the price point. This, I’d say, was the only blip in our stay. Stay here for a luxurious, yet homey getaway in Tuscany that is a destination in and of itself!

What’s not to love about Borgo Pignano? From the moment you step onto the property, it feels as though you’ve entered another world. This stunning historic estate offers a perfect blend of ancient charm and modern luxury. The amenities are exceptional, and the staff—especially Vittorio and Gigi—are incredibly attentive, ensuring that every aspect of our stay was pleasant and memorable. The on-site Michelin-starred restaurant is a true culinary highlight. We stayed at the San Bartolomeo House, an impressive two-story accommodation with the master suite on the upper floor—thoughtfully designed and beautifully appointed. Breakfast at Borgo Pignano is world-class, and the lower pool offers one of the most breathtaking views we’ve ever seen. To our surprise, the estate even includes a museum filled with antique cars and motorcycles—an unexpected and delightful touch. But what truly stood out to us was the evident love and care that owner Michael Moritz has poured into this place. We were told he knows every staff member by name. That might seem ordinary, but for someone of his stature, it reflects a rare level of humility and personal investment. My wife and I were genuinely impressed by the meticulous attention to detail throughout the property. Borgo Pignano is a treasure in every sense

First, you are welcomed at registration with cool sparkling water, then you are escorted through this enchantedly refurbished estate up to an elegant room and an especially large bathroom for Italy or Europe in general. There is just too much to comment on to succinctly describe its sustainable mission as well as its relaxing atmosphere with great food plus an infinity pool with a panorama view of Tuscany. The pizza and barbecue nights were most fun and a way to mingle with other guests and the staff of Borgo Pignano. At the end of the trip when we had to leave around 4am for the Florence airport, the staff left us some fresh coffee and pastries to make our early departure a little less hectic. The tour with Sylvia, overcoming my phobia of bees with Antonio and the pasta class with Leonardo with some of the highlights just on the grounds. The local area, too, was beautiful using Borgo Pignano as a base to explore the region and the staff are full of tips on where and when to visit various towns and sites. We hope to make this jewel a ritual for us.

Everything was amazing. Location, peaceful and quiet. Apartment is very spacious and comfortable. Swimming pool amazing. We had really good time.

Villa Le Beringhe exceeded our expectations! We stayed in a beautiful, spacious and wonderfully equipped apartment for six nights and it was all that we could've hoped for. After travelling for three weeks before arriving, we were delighted to have our own kitchen.

Beautiful Tuscan buildings with fantastic grounds and views over Tuscany. It is in a great location. San Gimignano about a 15 min drive. Kitchen is stocked with relatively basic equipment but enough to get by. Dim lighting in the house (Il Forno) but partially expected in such an old villa. Pool wasn’t open when we were there (15-25 April) Overall a fantastic trip and a real feel of rural Tuscany. Highly recommend

Location is perfect for outings in all directions. Spacious apartments, grounds are well kept. Amazing views all around. The fact that you can take long walks (4/5 km) on their own property is a plus for those that want to continue to run / walk a little bit. We saw deer, hare, and lots of lizzards :). Pool was still closed but the water would have been too cold anyway. Their restaurant tips are great too, 3 case was amazing! Don’t forget to take a stroll along the family friendly Elsa river at Colle de Val d’Elsa. Short drive away as well

The place was so enjoyable we extended our stay by a few more days. We loved the quietness and the view overlooking the valley. Many ducks, rabbits and dears were spotted near the pond on the property.

The host was amazing, extremely accomodating and helpful. Awesome breakfast and hospitality - highly recommend.

Amazing place. Perfectly located to travel around Tuscany and enjoy the delights.

We would like to thank our host Giulia and her family for the help and kindness we received. We liked everything here and we will be happy to come back. It was for us an all-round successful vacation which was made possible for us here. The complete villa has been beautifully cut and lovingly renovated. The room layout is perfect for a relaxing vacation. In the kitchen it is great to cook with several people. There are around the house sitzgelengenheiten available where you can eat in the evening or morning cozy and spend time together. The pool is just fantastic we had a lot of fun here with pool games and to relax just perfect. We got from our hosts a delicious cake and pork ribs Italian style it just tasted delicious. The villa invites you to relax and have peace and quiet. Thank you very much for your help in interpreting for our daughter who had to go to the hospital. We will definitely come back as we liked it so much.

We booked this villa with a couple of friends- it was perfect! Beautiful location, clean, comfortable and well appointed. The Kitchen had all the necessities and Giulia left us a nice array of breakfast foods and snacks when we arrived. We took advantage of the outdoor patio with wood/charcoal fire ovens and made a terrific grilled dinner. We spent evenings on the back patio and watched the beautiful sunsets. The pool area was beautiful- the weather was a little chilly but one of us did swim.

The location was stunning. It was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was fully equipped and the property had beautiful areas for everyone,in my family, to enjoy. Pool area is heavenly. Well maintained. The air-conditioning made the summer nights comfortable. Giulia and the team were always available for questions and any added amenities. Very efficient, helpful and friendly!

Pool Garden Huge villa kitchen Views over Tuscan hills

The villa is in a stunning location with beautiful views all around. We had everything we needed in terms of facilities. The pool was a great size. We were a group of 10. The host, Vittoria, was really helpful with recommendations and responded quickly to any questions prior to and during our stay. Great place to visit key towns in the area. Lovely restaurants in nearby towns of Certaldo and Barberino Val d'Elsa. Recommend a visit to the local organic vineyard. We had a wonderful many courses meal with lots of lovely wines and organic olive oil. Would certainly visit again.

Had the most amazing time at Villa Tre Colli. The house was fully stocked with everything you need for an extended stay. Vittoria was an exceptional host, even organising a traditional home cooked Tuscan dinner for all 14 of us. Views of the Tuscan vineyards were amazing, our group particularly loved spending time by the beautiful pool. Easy access and close to local wineries and towns.

We couldn’t have hoped for a better large family stay. It’s a beautiful property with plenty of space for 14 of us, each bedroom with its own bathroom and A/C. The stunning location meant that we saw the most incredible sunsets while enjoying an aperitif in one of the many seating locations around the property. A large covered outdoor dining table meant we could have meals altogether even during the heat of the day. The property is situated close to many beautiful villages like San Gimignano and lovely vineyards. Vittoria was exceptional with her communication and very helpful with recommendations of wine tasting and restaurants. We hope to stay again!!

The villa is beautiful the photographs donot do it or its location justice. It is well kitted out for large groups of people but cosy for just a few. Vittoria was charming and so helpful. The hill towns are in easy reach by car.

Beautiful villa. Well equipped. Spotlessly clean. Unbelievable views. The hostess Vittoria was fantastic. So helpful. Regular, clear communications. She made sure we had a great stay. Shout out to the two ladies who helped her with catering - very friendly as well as talented cooks. An excellent stay.

Thank you to Vittoria for a fabulous stay at her family's beautiful villa!! My extended family of 14 enjoyed everything about this luxe venue -the comfortable house with a very good functioning kitchen and laundry,the mesmerising swimming pool where we spent many hours,everybody was able to have their private living areas (8 bathrooms!!)but could get together for family time,very good airconditioning!!Vittoria was always quick to respond to any requests we had . If you can book this special place in Tuscany ,you should -you will never forget this holiday!!

Such a beautiful location! Pictures don’t do justice! The rolling hills, the vineyards and olive gardens so much beauty and the house is very well designed. The pool is huge about 22 x 42 feet.

Fantastic villa, the view, the outdoorarea with pool. Great indoorarea for both social events and for spending time on your own. Amazing view and countryside. A place to relax and socialise!

Great location, beautiful views, plenty of space and great design of the interior. Well air conditioned. Kitchen well equipped.

Lovely pool area, plenty of places to sunbath either around the pool or just to the side on the grass with the view. Very peaceful and other guests respectful and quiet. Met some nice people. Bar just near the pool and staff would bring your drinks to you by the pool if you wanted. Hotel was beautiful as was the room was very nice and clean, great shower. Balcony small but didn’t use it anyway and view from the room was nice overlooking the pool and countryside. Less than 10 min stroll into San Gimignano. Perfect stay and relaxing after a few days in Florence. Just outside the hotel there is a lovely photo spot with the towers. Staff were attentive and breakfast was great too!

Relais Santa Chiara could not have been better. Located very close to San Gimignano, it is a very quick walk into town. We stayed for 6 nights and were delighted by our deluxe room with a view (Room 202). I was a bit worried after reading reviews, which seemed to lean to the negative or very positive based on room type. Our room had a sitting room and bedroom. Plenty out outlets for the electronics, ample closet space and room to place luggage. The bathroom was small, but very adequate with great water pressure. Our balcony looked out on the pool and the vineyards and hillsides. We reserved a parking space and while tight (what parking isn't tight in Italy) it worked out great. The pool and pool area were a great place to relax, read, have drinks and enjoy the summer sun. Finally, breakfast, included, was an assortment of sweets, cereal and even eggs, bacon, and sausages. We hope to return here again for are next vacation in Tuscany. The value for dollar spent was outstanding.

It’s a great hotel. Perfect balance in many ways. It’s just outside of the old city gate, no more than 5 min walk. So it’s away from the noise and the crowd. But easy to go in, multiple times. A couple hours to walk the narrow streets, a visit to the museums, then back to the hotel to have a quick dip in the pool or maybe a nap on the pool deck under the umbrella to chill out during hottest part of the day? Before returning to the city in late afternoon for more sightseeing and hunt down a good dinner restaurant. Rooms are large and clean. Breakfast is very extensive. I liked it so much I stayed two extra days! Whether you’re arriving by car or by bus, no need to negotiate the cobblestone streets dragging your luggage or watching your wing mirrors and all the pedestrians trying to get to your hotel inside the walled city. Oh, did I mention the price is also a good balance for the quality of the hotel?

Fantastic stay in San Gimignano. The hotel is lovely, beautiful view of Tuscan countryside. Lovely room with balcony over pool and countryside. Lovely pool. Plenty of sunbeds. Also a lounge room With billiard table available. Breakfast was great with plenty of options, staff very pleasant and helpful. Would love to stay again.

The hotel is located near the centre and has own parking (good to book upfront). The Staff is very positive and helpful. Rooms are not big, but clean and functional, with all that is needed. Nice outside swimming pool. Pool and chess available for guests. Nice breakfast.

The location is absolutely stunning—nestled among rolling Tuscan hills with breathtaking views of vineyards and olive groves. The property feels authentic and full of charm, with beautifully maintained grounds and a warm, inviting atmosphere. The rooms were comfortable and rustic yet elegant, giving a real sense of Tuscan tradition. I especially loved the infinity pool overlooking the countryside—it was the perfect spot to relax with a glass of local wine. The staff was incredibly kind and welcoming, always ready with a smile and helpful recommendations. The food was also a highlight: fresh, homemade, and absolutely delicious, making every meal feel like a special occasion.

The view-OH MY! It’s exactly as one would imagine Tuscany to look like. The pool was fantastic and the dinner was my favorite of our whole trip to Italy. Everyone who worked there was friendly and helpful. We spent a day in the nearby village of San Gimignano (totally recommend!) and went horseback riding back riding at a nearby facility. Lots of excursions are possible. Oh… and the wine! You must try their wine- it’s lovely!

The location and scenery were spectacular with an amazing infinity pool. Child friendly and nice and quiet during the evening. Would thoroughly recommend for those hoping to explore Tuscany from a central location. Wine tasting and tour of the properties Cella was an unexpected bonus. Recommend that you book in for dinner at the property during your stay.

Everything!!! It was so beautiful and we LOVED our pool. The food was phenomenal and the free breakfast was way more than we expected! The staff was amazing and even the farm’s dog, Zoe, stole our hearts. The free wine tasting was also amazing and so generous!

Our family took a cooking class with Paola and that was the highlight of the trip. We learned how to make fresh pasta, ragu sauce and delicious Tiramisu. The infinity pool was awesome to cool off in the high heats and the views are breathtaking.