Meals in the big, beamed dining room at pretty check-clothed tables are a treat. Irresistible home-grown organic produce, 60 local wines to choose from and a gorgeous Tuscan setting. There are two houses on the family farm, named after the stream running through it. Casabianca, reached via a cypress-flanked drive, is ancient and stone built. A vine-covered pergola shades the entrance; beyond the reception area is a courtyard full of climbing roses. The second house, Poggio Bacoca, is about 600 metres away. Once home to the farmworkers, it’s red-brick built and has two sitting rooms and panoramic views. You walk to Casabianca for those wonderful meals. Bedrooms are homely, pretty and inviting; all have embroidered sheets, appealing colour schemes and matching bathrooms. No televisions: it’s not that sort of place. Luisa and Matthias hope and believe that their guests will prefer a relaxed chat over a glass of wine.
A lovely stay at Il Rigo, with delicious dinners and breakfasts. All the staff were so friendly and accommodating and nothing was too much trouble. We stayed in the Poggio remote from the main house, as we booked quite late. The room was comfortable, but lacked a view over the sweeping area around, but was not a problem for our 2 night stay. Bathroom was adequate, with a noisy extractor, but easily bypassed using the mirror light - also not a problem. We would definitely return, booking a room in the main house to feel more part of the place. Highly recommend this place & wonderful area!