Le Lappe

Sometimes I am reluctant to write a review because it reveals a secret that I wish could stay a secret. Le Lappe is a fabulous experience. Tucked up in the hills a short distance from Florence, it offers great hiking and day trips. The room was spacious and comfortable. The staff is helpful and friendly, and the on-site dinning is superb. Great wines and food. Overall, a chill experience in a beautiful part of the world. Advice to those that have not been to the property yet, do not trust your navigator! Stay on the main road toward Montegonzi. The turn for Le Lappe is well marked. If you are on the unpaved road, it will be a long an bumpy ride.

I recently spent two weeks at this charming villa in Cavriglia, Tuscany as part of a large group celebrating a friends 75th birthday.  The main villa was built in the 13th century and is the quintessential Tuscan villa perched high on a hill with sweeping views from almost every window. The rooms are spacious and well appointed, most baths have jacuzzis and rain head showers with endless hot water. The lbeautiful infinity pool was a welcome respite during the hot days! We found the food exceptional. Breakfast was served buffet style with a wide assortment including yogurt, fresh fruits, cereals, and pastry's in addition to eggs, either scrambled our cooked to your liking. Lunches were seated and varied but always included a perfect freshly made pasta course. The dinners were indescribably delicious and consisted of four courses! Two weeks and no menu item was repeated even once. Lastly, but first in my mind was the wonderfully gracious and always helpful staff led by the House Manager (Principessa del Le Lappe), Valentina!. Her staff, Paolo, Franco, Alessio and Sampath could not have been more helpful. Special thank you to Leesa and Sara for their kitchen magic and to Alketa for keeping our rooms and our clothing spotless. We may have arrived as strangers but we left as friends!