Your stay — Podere Abbadia Montefollonico
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The Property — Podere Abbadia Montefollonico
Podere Abbadia Montefollonico is a converted 12th-century monastery outside Montepulciano, offering thick stone walls, a courtyard with orchards, and a small pool with views over the Val di Chiana. It feels like stepping into a quiet, unpolished slice of rural Tuscany: terracotta floors, wooden beams, a fireplace in the common room, and the faint smell of woodsmoke in the air. The USP is its setting—isolated, agricultural, silent, with zero pretension. It suits travellers who want a calm, basic base for exploring hill towns, not boutique amenities or polished service.
Chronicles of Siena
Siena was founded as a Roman military colony under Augustus, but its golden age came during the 12th to 14th centuries as a fiercely independent republic. The city's Gothic architecture—epitomised by the striped marble Duomo and the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo—reflects its medieval wealth and rivalry with Florence. After a plague in 1348 and eventual conquest by the Medici, Siena stagnated, which preserved its brick-walled, terracotta-roofed character. Today, its cultural identity is rooted in the Palio, a twice-yearly bareback horse race around the Piazza del Campo, and a deep, locavore food tradition (pici pasta, pecorino, Chianina beef). The city remains a living museum, but also a working provincial centre where the main industry is tourism.
Best Time to Visit
Full Siena guide →Best months
May and June: warm days (20–25°C), long light, fields green, crowds not yet peak. September: harvest season, warm but less humid, fewer families.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: peak heat (30–35°C), plus the Palio in Siena on 2 July and 16 August. Hotel prices double; rooms in Montepulciano and Siena book months ahead. The Palio draws huge crowds, traffic chaos, and city-centre closures.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: cooler (15–20°C), cheaper rooms, quieter streets. October risks rain but truffle fairs run. November is the real budget sweet spot – cold but very low prices.
Weather & packing
June tends to have dry, clear mornings and occasional afternoon thunderstorms that blow over fast. Pack layers: a light jacket or cardigan for evenings, plus a compact umbrella that you can shove in a day bag.
Live City Briefing — Siena
- Siena's central ZTL (limited traffic zone) is strictly enforced by cameras – if you drive, ensure your hotel has registered your plate before you enter. Podere Abbadia has free parking outside any zone.
- The new Montepulciano funicular connecting the car park to the old town centre opened in 2023 and runs reliably in summer – no more steep uphill walks.
- From June 2026, the Siena-Montepulciano bus route (line 112) is reducing weekend services due to driver shortages – check the timetable on Tiemme's site before relying on public transport.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Podere Abbadia Montefollonico, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor of the main building, overlooking the rear garden or the Val di Chiana valley. These floors are above street level and quieter. The lift serves them, so no stair hassle.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid the two annexe rooms (stairs only, no lift). Also avoid any room facing Via di Gracciano nel Corso on the first floor – that street carries pedestrian and vehicle noise from the historic centre.
Best views
Rooms at the rear of the main building (third floor especially) look over the countryside towards Montepulciano. The street-side rooms see the narrow medieval street, which is picturesque but busy.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors of the main building. The top floor (third) is quietest as it’s furthest from the entrance and street.
🔊 Noise notes
Via di Gracciano nel Corso is a main pedestrian route through Montepulciano. Expect foot traffic from early morning to late evening. The lift motor and reception area can hum on the first floor. No bar or restaurant on site, so no night-time noise from that.
Insider tips
1. Parking is first-come, first-served for 12 spaces. Arrive by 3pm to secure a spot – otherwise use Parcheggio P8 in Montepulciano (€1.50/hour or €12/day) and walk 15 minutes downhill. 2. The lift fits a standard wheelchair but tight – if you have mobility issues, request a main-building room no higher than second floor so stairs are an option if the lift is busy.
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Hotel Facilities — Podere Abbadia Montefollonico
Free WiFi throughout; speed about 25 Mbps download. No login required—just connect to the network ‘Abbadia’. No paid tier.
A small lift serves the main building’s three floors. The annexe (two rooms) is stairs-only.
No digital newsstand. A complimentary copy of *Corriere della Sera* and *La Nazione* at the bar each morning.
Check-in 14:00–20:00. Late arrival (after 20:00) by prior arrangement; no fee. Early bag-drop from 10:00. Late check-out until 12:00 free; after 12:00 charged €30. Early check-out subject to availability.
Complimentary in the lobby cloakroom; no time limit.
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance. No wheelchair-accessible bedrooms (bathrooms have low thresholds but doors are 72 cm wide). Lift cabin is 80 cm wide, so standard wheelchairs fit tightly.
Free on-site parking for 12 cars (first-come, first-served). Nearest public car park: Parcheggio P8 in Montepulciano (2 km) costs €1.50/hour or €12/day. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (children under 14 exempt)
Deposit & card hold: Credit card pre-authorisation of 50% of total stay taken on booking. At check-in, a €50 card hold for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Leonardo (511 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: San Valentino (693 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa del Triano (945 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Sant'Anna (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco il Tondo — 847 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside actual banks for the best rates; avoid airport exchange desks and tourist bureau kiosks which add hefty fees.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted; contactless works in most shops and restaurants; many smaller bars and markets still prefer cash for small purchases.
Not obligatory. Round up the bill in restaurants (5-10% only if service was good); taxis appreciate rounding up; hotel porters a euro or two is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Standing at a bar for a caffè (espresso) — about €1.20. Sitting down doubles or triples the cost.
A slice of pizza al taglio (by weight) from a forno or a panino from a rosticceria — €5-€7 with a drink.
A pasta or pizza main course in a trattoria outside the main square — around €12-€15.
Via di Città and the Il Campo edges have takeaway pizza, focaccia, and schiacciata counters; Il Ghibellino area also has small bakeries.
Conad, Coop, and Despar are the most common budget supermarkets in Siena's centre.
OVS and Benetton on Via Banchi di Sopra for affordable high-street; market stalls near Mercato di Via I Maggio for basics.
Walk — Siena centre is compact and mostly pedestrianised. Local bus day pass (Bipp) costs about €3.00; there is no airport in Siena — bus from Florence airport (FLR) costs about €7.00 one way.
Eat and drink standing at the bar, not seated. Fill a water bottle at the public fountains (free, good quality). Buy tickets for major sights (Duomo, Torre del Mangia) online in advance to avoid queuing (no price saving, but saves time and impulse buys).
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Siena, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Podere Abbadia Montefollonico
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Florence Airport (FLR) → Comfort Siena Design Apartment
💡 Book a fixed-price transfer with Welcome Pickups or a local company like TaxiSiena to avoid surge pricing. Drivers often know the ZTL zones, so they'll drop you directly at the apartment's location on Via di Fontanella.
Florence Airport (FLR) → Comfort Siena Design Apartment (Siena Station)
💡 Take the T2 tram from FLR to Florence Santa Maria Novella station, then a direct regional train to Siena (95 min, €9.20). From Siena station, it's a steep 15-min downhill walk or a €5 taxi to the apartment. Avoid the Trenitalia Intercity trains—they're not faster.
Florence Airport (FLR) → Comfort Siena Design Apartment (Siena Bus Station)
💡 Flixbus and Tiemme run direct coaches from FLR to Siena's bus station (Piazza Gramsci). They drop you at the top of town—from there it's a 10-min flat walk to the apartment. Sit on the left for views of the towers on the way in.
Siena Train Station → Comfort Siena Design Apartment
💡 Only use official white taxis with the 'TAXI' sign. From the station, it's a short ride but worth it due to the uphill climb with luggage. Call 0577 49221 for a radio taxi if none are in the queue.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Podere Abbadia Montefollonico?
Request a room on the second or third floor of the main building, overlooking the rear garden or the Val di Chiana valley. These floors are above street level and quieter. The lift serves them, so no stair hassle.
Which rooms should I avoid at Podere Abbadia Montefollonico?
Avoid the two annexe rooms (stairs only, no lift). Also avoid any room facing Via di Gracciano nel Corso on the first floor – that street carries pedestrian and vehicle noise from the historic centre.
Is Podere Abbadia Montefollonico noisy?
Via di Gracciano nel Corso is a main pedestrian route through Montepulciano. Expect foot traffic from early morning to late evening. The lift motor and reception area can hum on the first floor. No bar or restaurant on site, so no night-time noise from that.
Which rooms have the best views at Podere Abbadia Montefollonico?
Rooms at the rear of the main building (third floor especially) look over the countryside towards Montepulciano. The street-side rooms see the narrow medieval street, which is picturesque but busy.
What are insider tips for staying at Podere Abbadia Montefollonico?
1. Parking is first-come, first-served for 12 spaces. Arrive by 3pm to secure a spot – otherwise use Parcheggio P8 in Montepulciano (€1.50/hour or €12/day) and walk 15 minutes downhill. 2. The lift fits a standard wheelchair but tight – if you have mobility issues, request a main-building room no higher than second floor so stairs are an option if the lift is busy.
What time is check-in at Podere Abbadia Montefollonico?
Check-in at Podere Abbadia Montefollonico is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Podere Abbadia Montefollonico have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; speed about 25 Mbps download. No login required—just connect to the network ‘Abbadia’. No paid tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Podere Abbadia Montefollonico?
€2.50 per person per night (children under 14 exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near Podere Abbadia Montefollonico?
A slice of pizza al taglio (by weight) from a forno or a panino from a rosticceria — €5-€7 with a drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Podere Abbadia Montefollonico?
Walk — Siena centre is compact and mostly pedestrianised. Local bus day pass (Bipp) costs about €3.00; there is no airport in Siena — bus from Florence airport (FLR) costs about €7.00 one way.
When is the best time to visit Siena?
May and June: warm days (20–25°C), long light, fields green, crowds not yet peak. September: harvest season, warm but less humid, fewer families.
Top Attractions in Siena
💡 Check for free guided tours on Saturday mornings. The reliquary containing her head is eerie but fascinating.
💡 Bring a picnic. It's less busy than the main parks. Paths can be steep — wear flat shoes.
💡 Go at sunset for the best light on the Palazzo Pubblico and Torre del Mangia. Early morning it's almost empty.
💡 Entry is €12 but the 'Porta del Cielo' rooftop tour costs extra. Go on a Sunday for free Mass entry — you still see the interior.
💡 Free on the first Sunday of each month. Otherwise €9. The underground 'sacred tunnels' are the highlight, not the modern art wing.