Surrounded by the Tuscan countryside. Il Paluffo is a 15th-century farmhouse that has preserved its historic wood-beamed ceilings and stone walls. It offers a large garden with an ecological pool. Accommodation at Paluffo conveys a rustic feel with antique wooden furniture and cotto floors. Apartments also come with a patio, a fully equipped kitchen and a living area with sofa and a flat-screen TV. This eco-friendly property was built according to the bio-architecture laws and uses solar panels. It is surrounded by olive trees and vineyards. Guests can rent bikes for free at reception and explore the surrounding nature. Otherwise they can relax on the 300 m² communal terrace furnished with sofas, tables and chairs and overlooking the landscape. Paluffo farmhouse is a 15-minute drive from Certaldo and 30 minutes by car from the medieval walled town of San Gimignano, famous for its Vernaccia white wine.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Solarium

Hiking

Cycling


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
5.0
High score for Certaldo
Low score for Certaldo
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Michele
    United States United States
    The location so beyond beautiful. The staff went out of their way to help us with anything we asked.
  • Michele
    United States United States
    A charming 16th century farmhouse, updated with modern comforts and tastefully decorated with the original features, wine processing equipment, barrels and accessories. Located on a hill with an incredible view over the hills of Tuscany from an...
  • Kate
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely atmosphere in this very quirky hotel. It is set in such an idyllic location. The breakfast was rustic and we eat outside it the beautiful courtyard. Would highly recommend this delightful hotel
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Il Paluffo
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Bedroom
  • Linen
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Media & Technology
  • Laptop
  • iPad
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/marble floor
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Common areas
  • Shared lounge/TV area
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Plunge pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Open-air bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Solarium
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Live music/performance
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
Transport
  • Bicycle rental
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Car hire
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French
  • Italian

House rules

Il Paluffo takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 18:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 09:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free
2 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 50 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 60 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa CartaSi Cash Il Paluffo accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

When travelling with children, please specify their age.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Il Paluffo

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Il Paluffo (subject to availability). These have:

    • 2 bedrooms
    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Il Paluffo on this page.

  • Yes, Il Paluffo is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Il Paluffo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Il Paluffo is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Il Paluffo is 3.7 miles from the centre of Certaldo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Il Paluffo can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Italian
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet

  • Il Paluffo offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Solarium
    • Walking tours
    • Foot massage
    • Cooking class
    • Back massage
    • Open-air bath
    • Hand massage
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Bicycle rental
    • Swimming Pool
    • Head massage
    • Live music/performance
    • Neck massage
    • Bike tours
    • Full body massage
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Horse riding

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Il Paluffo (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 4 guests
    • 5 guests
    • 7 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.