Simonetta and her home were everything we dreamed of for our stay in Chianti! Our room was like no place we had ever stayed. We kept pinching ourselves to make sure it was a dream come true! Located in the village of Adine the house is convenient to the wineries we visited. Simonetta was available to make recommendations for our... More

Simonetta's lodge was the perfect place to stay after spending a week driving through Belgium and Germany. After a week on the road as sightseers, cramming in every tourist attraction along the way, eating good food and stopping for pictures and walks and breath-taking scenery, we were just a wee bit tired by the time we drove into Adine. Simonetta... More

We spent a beautiful week touring Tuscany with Simonetta's lodge as our base. Glorious evenings in the garden sharing our day's adventures with Simonetta and getting her local insights as we planned for our next day. Our apartment was immaculate and had everything we needed to enjoy our Tuscan experience. Simonetta is a warm and gracious host. She made us... More

I first discovered Simonetta's Lodge in 2002 and I've been back several times. In fact the last time my husband and I were there (2009) Simonetta herself said to me that perhaps I should start exploring other parts of Italy and not just always base myself in Tuscany. But I can't bring myself to do it! I love the place... More

Adine has rustic Italian textures and an ancient soul that lives in it's walls. The quiet stone village in the countryside is what one dreams of visiting and has a small community of friendly people . Simonetta speaks terrific english and is a wonderful hostess. You feel at home the moment you arrive. We stayed 10 days and I recommend... More

It is hard to find words to describe the experience I had in Adine. It is beyond all expectations I could have ever had. From the moment I met Simonetta I felt as if I had known her for years. She exudes uncomparable hospitality. The lodge is located in the perfect location for travel to larger cities or the quaint... More

Are you looking for a truly wonderful, completely authentic Tuscan experience...than look know further, you found it at Adine in Tuscany!!! Adine is a magnificent villa sitting on the top of a hill overlooking the wonderful hills and valleys of Chianti. Your hostess the lovely and extremely gracious Simonetta Palazio keeps a wonderful villa with 2 different apartments. Each apartment... More

Simonetta's Lodge is heavenly. We experienced, first hand, the flavor of old Tuscany with an amazing view to match. The apartment is charming and just what you would expect an Tuscan country apartment to look like....Clean as a whistle too. The hostess/owner Simonetta is a sweetie who speaks English perfectly. You'll feel you've known her forever after only minutes. She... More

Simonetta's Lodge, an amazing apartment in the heart of Chianti country with the best hostess in Italy! A tiny group of ancient buildings lovingly restored in the middle of rolling vineyards and olive trees. A beautiful well appointed apartment fully stocked. Simonetta had also provided a bottle of local--what else--Chianti, her own olive oil and a home baked apple cake... More