74%Camping Village Il Poggetto

Brilliant!!! a 2.3 euro bus ride out and 45 min but totally worth it!

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by mrdun13688 – posted on Oct 11, 2008

12

this has been the highlight of our trip! a beautiful location up in the hills, nice friendly bar/restaurant, pool and gym! the staff are so nice!! we dealt with about 3 different members of staff and they were ALL so willing to help in every matter we had. only bad point is that its exactly... more this has been the highlight of our trip! a beautiful location up in the hills, nice friendly bar/restaurant, pool and gym! the staff are so nice!! we dealt with about 3 different members of staff and they were ALL so willing to help in every matter we had. only bad point is that its exactly 45mins to firenze centre with cost of E5.20 return on bus. (although some days we didnt purchase a ticket - no one checks) its a great ride though, the scenery is amazing. a great stay and worth the moneyclose

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by bendevetta3858 – posted on Oct 10, 2008

6

Great place for an outdoor break! Close near Florence, stunning Tuscany panorama's, horsebackriding through the hills overthere and nice staff and campsite.

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by abby112707 – posted on Sep 29, 2008

1

Very beautiful place and location. It was clean, friendly staff and great restaurant. I would reccomend it to everybody.

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by antonio929 – posted on Sep 27, 2008

1

you get what you pay for.

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by mbeaurain7445 – posted on Sep 18, 2008

5

the location is really poor, hv to totally rely on the bus which is limited by the time table. if u miss it, u have no way to go back

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by geoffreylam8882885 – posted on Aug 31, 2008

10

There is a 40 minute ride to the city, but it is beautiful. this is more of a family campground than hostel, but i like it because it felt safer. the bus ride to florence is 2.6e, and the hostel sells the tickets. i would stay here again.

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by emiller2141337 – posted on Aug 5, 2008

4

too far from Florence to be of any consideration. If you are going only to camping, it is a good camping site in a beautiful region, but if you plan on going to Florence I think a nearer place is very important. It's also expensive for what if offers. Noise until late at night in the hostel so...

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by lucasmenin2061 – posted on Aug 4, 2008

8

This place was great, with a pool and a lovely setting in the hills. The only thing was that it was an hour and 5 euro return to Florence. This was a little annoying. Also if you are staying in dorms - beware. You are below the bar so at night it is very noisy and can hear everyone walking...

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by clarebear1268944 – posted on Aug 2, 2008

8

Middle of nowhere. nothing to do. rules and regs must be obeyed or else. more of a concentration camp! unhelpful staff. unprofessionaly run. strongly recommend you do not go here!!! Worst stay in the world!

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by blibster66935 – posted on Aug 1, 2008

1

Nice place, bungalow are not very clean.

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by Michinka – posted on Jul 29, 2008

10

Didn't actually end up getting there. Buses stoped at 9pm, no shuttle to the campground. 80 euro cab ride is a little expensive. Staff was unhelpful on the phone. It's too bad, it looked like a really great place to stay.

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by niko21 – posted on Jul 28, 2008

5

An hour bus ride out of florence, but really beautiful scenery and a quiet atmosphere.

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by offwiththefaeries44097 – posted on Jul 28, 2008

7

We absolutely loved it here. The Rooms are pretty basic but the scenery is beautiful. The bus ride into Florence is really convenient...no probs! The Restaurant is great too...one of the best meals we had in Italy!!!

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by hannah8273 – posted on Jul 25, 2008

2

Very disappointed. The directions are extremely poor and as a result we missed the bus to the campsite. Instead of cancelling the next day we decided to give them a second chance as we really wanted to stay in Tuscany. When we arrived they showed little understanding and billed us for the day... more Very disappointed. The directions are extremely poor and as a result we missed the bus to the campsite. Instead of cancelling the next day we decided to give them a second chance as we really wanted to stay in Tuscany. When we arrived they showed little understanding and billed us for the day missed!! Campsite is in the middle of nowhere and only 3 buses a day go there, therefore it's difficult to get around anywhere. Setting is beautiful but in all its not worth the hassle.close

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by simongoldsworthy3359 – posted on Jul 24, 2008

3

it was so good to be there , all was great !! i advice everybody's to go there ! exellent pool , and same for the staff---GO THERE GO THERE-- Petite pensé pour Sarah de la récéption ? ELLE est superbe ! Merci à elle ... Mickael----France

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by michaelhumez4445 – posted on Jul 15, 2008

1

This hostel was really great! I love visiting famous cities, but more than that taking a break in the country! A deepblue pool, a blue sky and a stunning view of the surroundings. Nice owners overthere and real good food; the pizza and steaks are better then wherever I tasted in Italy! Perfect to... more This hostel was really great! I love visiting famous cities, but more than that taking a break in the country! A deepblue pool, a blue sky and a stunning view of the surroundings. Nice owners overthere and real good food; the pizza and steaks are better then wherever I tasted in Italy! Perfect to relax and come to yourselve, especially if you like to go horsebackriding in the Tuscan hills. Being in touch with your horse and nature was the best break of my whole holiday; I would recommend Poggetto to everybody who knows what's worth quality time! Nice people, great busride with view of Tuscany and good food makes my holiday complete; next year I'll be back for sure.close

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by ronjaro8877 – posted on Jul 10, 2008

1

Amazzing florence, and fantastic recepcionist woman, the rest I prefer don´t talk

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by samarpez3600 – posted on Jul 8, 2008

9

Outside of Florence but still in a beautiful location. The pool is great except that everyone has to wear a swim cap. A top sheet would be nice on the beds since it's too hot for the blankets they give you.

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by grkangel851677 – posted on Jul 1, 2008

2

This place was far out but the bus ride is not that bad. The upstairs bar and restaurant is loud all night and then they kick you out of your room at 9 a.m. (even though no one checked out of our room). We booked for a six bed mixed room and I am pretty sure there is no six bed room as ours was... more This place was far out but the bus ride is not that bad. The upstairs bar and restaurant is loud all night and then they kick you out of your room at 9 a.m. (even though no one checked out of our room). We booked for a six bed mixed room and I am pretty sure there is no six bed room as ours was ten. It is in the beautiful Tuscany country but do not plan on getting a good nights rest. O.k. for the money but otherwise I would not reccomend it!close

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by truji – posted on Jun 26, 2008

2

Fantastic location away from the city, just don't expect a sleep in - everyone has to be out of the room by 9am, whether you're checking out or not. The restaurant is very good too.

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by sarahberriman9179 – posted on Jun 25, 2008

5

This place is far from downtown, and the bus schedule makes it impossible to enjoy the Florence night life. But the 40 minute drive is at least a beautiful one! Staff is very friendly, awesome pool. The market is pretty lame, though.

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by jenessa868183 – posted on Jun 23, 2008

4

Great place to chillout and unwind after all the cities. It was a really good base for exploring Tuscany. It is well connected on the bus routes, but also feels like something from a movie set, the beautiful countryside. I highly recommend it to fellow backpackers!

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by mwhel – posted on Jun 16, 2008

4

Away from boiling cities I went to Camping Il Poggetto, in the country for a break, and it was GREAT! A view of the real Tuscany during the busride (highly recommendable and Florence nearby) they have a nice pool, beautiful location and clean. Also great staff and a good restaurant; the finest... more Away from boiling cities I went to Camping Il Poggetto, in the country for a break, and it was GREAT! A view of the real Tuscany during the busride (highly recommendable and Florence nearby) they have a nice pool, beautiful location and clean. Also great staff and a good restaurant; the finest Steak Fiorentina and really good pizza! Lovers of going outdoor horsebackriding must come here as well; they have good adressses. The owner of this place must have 2 big balls, that's what I believe.close

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by tofan19762176 – posted on Jun 14, 2008

1

We had a great stay here. The staff was friendly, everything was very clean. It is outside of Florence but DEFINATELY worth the bus trip. There is an absolutely beautiful view of the Tuscan hillside. Also, the bus stops right in front of the camping site and there are busses that travel... more We had a great stay here. The staff was friendly, everything was very clean. It is outside of Florence but DEFINATELY worth the bus trip. There is an absolutely beautiful view of the Tuscan hillside. Also, the bus stops right in front of the camping site and there are busses that travel regularily to the town. I highly recommend staying here.close

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by emmabalodis1299 – posted on Jun 10, 2008

14

le restaurant fut decevant, nous avons attendu tres longtemps avant d'etre servi et la lasagne n'etait pas bonne

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by lrthalia5614 – posted on Jun 9, 2008

1

Its an hour away from town and I was getting frustrated UNTIL I arrived. Its absolutely beautiful! The restaurant is pricey, Id hit up a store in town other than that loved it. The view, the pool, good stuff.

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by cherish23 – posted on Jun 5, 2008

10

We had a great time in Il Poggetto...the food is good, the pool is great and it's very easy to get to Florence by bus...it was extremely relaxing, thanks!

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by adelreal5667 – posted on Jun 4, 2008

1

In a nice area but a long way from Florence. The bathrooms smelt dodgy. Lovely pool etc though

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by tinabuick4868 – posted on May 30, 2008

4

Beautiful place and great staff. It takes about 45 minutes on the bus to get there from FLorence though.

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by amy103373 – posted on May 28, 2008

4

I highly recommend anyone who wishes a break from City life to this hostel. Their staff services and cleanlines are splendid. Horse riding was the highlight for me. A definite worth stay!

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by zeal-jl3848 – posted on May 26, 2008

4

My favorite hostel so far!

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by livelovelaugh89137 – posted on May 20, 2008

9

The staff is very very friendly and bedroom very cleaning!!!

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by manzosco – posted on May 19, 2008

14

The location was horrible, is very far away from the city!! we booked a 6 bed room, and they gave us a 9 bed room that was like a gym, not recomended!!!!!!

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by delfirojas4829 – posted on May 14, 2008

5

The only issue is how to get to the location from the train station stop. They charged me quite a fee for a 10 minute ride from the train stop. To wear a cap for the pool wasn't that fun.

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by genobenda4512 – posted on Apr 28, 2008

3

We stayed here, not knowing it was 45 mins by bus from the city. The dorms are very noisy as they are under the restaurant. The restaurant staff was EXTREMELY rude. Especially condsidering that the dorm facilities have no kitchen. They make you reserve a table with no consideration there is no... more We stayed here, not knowing it was 45 mins by bus from the city. The dorms are very noisy as they are under the restaurant. The restaurant staff was EXTREMELY rude. Especially condsidering that the dorm facilities have no kitchen. They make you reserve a table with no consideration there is no where else to eat. The front staff is very friendly and helpful otherwise. The owner is great. You can hear through the walls though, so don't expect a great sleep.close

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by lputnam224528 – posted on Apr 28, 2008

1

Not as close to florence as you think, this place is more for exploring the tuscan countryside and little villages like incisa and filigne. Nice staff.

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by pdub-4life9097 – posted on Apr 7, 2008

25

Apart from the nice location and quite friendly staff members there were some things that we found quite annoying: 1.The bedding sheets provided were quite poor so that it was much too cold during the night even each of us had three of them! 2.Even a hostel should be able to provide toilette... more Apart from the nice location and quite friendly staff members there were some things that we found quite annoying: 1.The bedding sheets provided were quite poor so that it was much too cold during the night even each of us had three of them! 2.Even a hostel should be able to provide toilette paper. Its unbelievable that we had to buy this on the campsite.close

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by Andreass4885 – posted on Apr 7, 2008

1

I hope the camping place can provide location introduction. And provide more fun information.

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by phoenixlau – posted on Mar 25, 2008

1

A lovely camping village, and it's actually quite nice to be outside of the city, especially in the beautiful Chianti region!

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by msutton5199 – posted on Apr 18, 2007

12