02/12/2025: Tenuta di Mensanello is much more than a farmhouse. It's a small, enchanting hamlet run with passion, expertise, and professionalism. The restaurant is excellent, with a wide selection of local products. The wines are also excellent, and the staff are wonderful. It's also suitable for families with children, thanks to the pool and games available.
08/11/2025: We've all dreamed of an unforgettable autumn holiday... velvety green hills, soft on the horizon, a gaze lost in the trees standing like toy soldiers in the clear sky, cobbled streets leading to an ancient village, with stone farmhouses with barred windows scattered here and there, seemingly uninhabited... absolute silence... just the harsh crunch of leaves underfoot... with all the blinding shades of autumn... ochre... orange... yellow... but only those who have stayed at the "Tenuta di Mensanello" can say they've found all of this in a single tourist facility.
And what about privacy...a true privilege...absolute silence, no noise or sound to disturb the peace of this enchanted village. Only the cries of birds at dawn and dusk...fleeing in swarms darting toward the horizon! The only scents...those of flowers in the warm sun, rosemary, lavender, damp leaves, and moist earth! The splendid location of this Podere, in fact, makes for a stress-free and invigorating vacation for both body and mind. Recommended for those escaping (in autumn 😉!) from the city in search of peace and relaxation!
There's no shortage of entertainment and sightseeing options. Just a few minutes' drive away are the picturesque towns of Siena, famous for their historical and cultural heritage (Siena, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni, Colle Val d'Elsa, etc.). The estate also offers numerous guided excursions inland for those seeking an "energizing" vacation!
A visit to the olive oil mill to see the oil production process is highly recommended!
The estate's own production of wine, beer, honey, jams, and saffron makes the restaurant experience even more enjoyable. Both the breakfast buffet (with a wide selection of sweet and savory dishes) and dinner (with original and elegantly presented recipes) were among the reasons we returned to Mensanello for a second year...and we hope to return again!
Given that the highlight of this property is the enchanting atmosphere that reigns within the village, the opportunity to stroll along the cobbled paths, gazing at the pool, a flower-filled balcony, or a lavender bush... the "Granaio" apartment was truly comfortable, welcoming, with its three bedrooms and two bathrooms, our family of five and one dog (he was the happiest of all during this "freedom" holiday!)
Last...but not least...the Hospitality! The owners of the estate, Neri and his partner Annarita, are truly the best in terms of tourist hospitality. Extremely professional, extremely efficient, smiling, reassuring, always available and ready to make our stay pleasant with advice on destinations and tourist visits. They pampered us with warmth, transforming the welcome we deserved into affectionate generosity! The entire staff, especially the restaurant staff, deserves praise! They are fantastic, friendly, polite, and respectful. Daniele, the head waiter, has demonstrated his professional growth since last year and offered us truly original and delicious recipes!
You won't find better anywhere else!
We didn't want to leave Tenuta di Mensanello...not even our little dog...we recommend everyone to come to this corner of paradise!
Bring your furry friend too...you'll make him happy 💓
P.S. The photos you see on the website don't do justice to the magical atmosphere of the view!
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