This 15th-century villa sits on a slight rise just above the village of Alberese. Inside, old-fashioned apartments sleeping up to five persons offer good value. Some have air-con, none have wi-fi. An optional breakfast buffet costs €10 per person (children under seven years eat free).
Villa Fattoria Granducale
Southern Tuscany
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