Between Florence and Lucca stands the wonderful town of Pistoia, nestled among green hills and with an artistic and cultural heritage that has nothing to envy to other famous cities of Tuscany. Whether you have small children that you can take to see the Pinocchio Park in Collodi or you're a lover of spas and you can easily reach the many spas in the area, choose one of our farmhouses in Pistoia. Surrounded by greenery, our farmhouses for rent in Pistoia are ideal for a vacation between nature and art. You will also find in this section of the menu our farmhouses in Montecatini Terme if you prefer to get as close as possible to the spas in the province of Pistoia.
Of Etruscan origin, the city of Pistoia became an
important Roman town and it was fortified in the second century BC In the fifth century the city was partly destroyed by the invasions of the Goths, but still obtained to be named bishop's seat due to its importance in the territory. In the ninth century the city grew a lot through the German empire and the city's economic growth continued also when in the twelfth century it became a free municipality. In the thirteenth century began important struggles between Pistoia against Lucca and Florence, and Pistoia at the end was defeated. Florence actively ruled the city with its men of trust. Thanks to the
Medici and the
Lorena, the city began to grow again and to build important buildings and roads. In the nineteenth century it was also built the railway.
Surrounded by hills covered with olive trees and vineyards, there are many typical products that you can taste in Pistoia during your stay in a farmhouse. In addition to meats, it is famous the pecorino cheese made from raw milk (unpasteurized milk) that will make happy anyone who loves cheese. Also famous are the chocolate panforte glacè from Pistoia, a type of cake whose recipe has medieval origins, and confetti. Some products are also closely related to the location which produces them: it is the case of the famous 'Brigidini Lamporecchio', similar to crispy sweet chips flavored with anise, and of the 'cialde Montecatini' (crumbly wafers), of the Sorana beans and the chestnut flour produced on the Pistoia's mountains.
Choose one of the Farmhouses in Pistoia that we offer below with photos, prices and descriptions. Do not hesitate to contact us for more information or advice.
