I am copying my email to Frances at the conclusion of our visit. Think that says it all. Great place, great location. I would say it is best enjoyed with a car. WE used it as a base to explore Chianti and other hill towns. Here's my note: Just wanted to thank you and Franco for your wonderful hospitality on... More

We stayed 4 nights at Frances' Lodge in March 2013 as part of our European honeymoon adventure. It was definitely our favorite part of the 3 week trip and we only wish we would have planned to stay longer. Franco and Franca truly made our stay a delight. Breakfast was filling and a delicious start to the day. They were... More

We just completed a wonderful stay at the Frances' Lodge near Siena. The owners provide an incredible experience as they see to every detail with genuine enthusiasm and passion. Franco and Frances met us on our arrival, gave us a tour of the property and had us quickly settled in for our five night stay. They offer unlimited detail about... More

The hosts Franco and Franca are amazingly knowledgable of the region and can set up guided tours, wine tastings and pretty much anything else you would like to do in Tuscany. All of their recommendations were spot on and Franco can direct you to your destination with such precision, you'd think you we're from the area! We rented a car... More

We had been travelling around Europe in a relatively budget 2-3 star hotels decided to splurge when we got to Siena. And it was well worth it! We originally wanted the white room but was unfortunately booked out and chose the yellow room instead. The room was cute and very clean. There was 2 big shower heads side by side... More

Franco and Frances provided incredible hospitality. This property is absolutely stunning. Franco grew up here and you can see the love that he and Frances put into it. The breakfasts in the garden were extraordinary - outstanding food, gracious hospitality, beautiful surroundings. It was like a dream come true. The gardens are lovingly tended - lemon trees, roses, jasmine. Phil... More

My wife and I spent three weeks traveling Italy to celebrate our 25th Wedding Anniversary and the 5 days we spent at Frances Lodge was the highlight of our trip. Frances and Franco are incredible hosts, warm, welcoming, and knowledgable. The accomadations were excellent and the food, both the breakfast and the evening picnic diner, were wonderful. We especially welcomed... More

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Frances and Franco's place. They were the perfect hosts of this 6 bedroom working villa. The gardens, pool and views were awesome. We celebrated our 25th anniversary in one of their gazebos. We stayed in the LEMON ROOM and loved it. Spacious, views and refrigerator. Breakfast was more than we could eat. They... More

1. the hosts, franco and frances - 5/5 - faultless. really wonderful, caring people. 2. location - 3.5/5 - not our favorite part of tusancy, didnt love siena, but others might. town is a 5 min drive away. ugly industrial area between lodge and town. we preferred val d'orcia but this is fairly close by. 3. food - 3.5/5 -... More