If crowds, especially in the summer, aren?t your thing or you want one of those rustic Tuscan stays but prefer to stay close to Florence, Gourmet B&B Villa Landucci might just be the answer. 
More than a high quality B&B, owners Debora and Matteo are passionate gourmands and Debora is even a certified sommelier. They refer to the property as a gourmet B&B with an on-site gourmet shop. That means a host of authentic Tuscan food and wine experiences are on offer and you can purchase fine wines and other food products too. 
With just 6 rooms in a refurbished villa that was historically linked to famous Florentine apothecary Luca Landucci (the street address is also tied to Landucci) the namesake is fitting given he delighted with his own mixes and potions from the mid 1400s. The Villa was built in the 1930s and still retains touches of old with some hints of shabby chic.  It?s your perfect home away from home in Florence for a relaxing gourmet break. 
Location
Just 2km from Florence?s famous Duomo, Villa Landucci is close enough to the historical center of the city, yet far enough to have you feel a world away. Located in the Via Gioberti area of South Florence (an affluent residential neighbourhood), shops, cafes and restaurants are all a few minutes walk away. The city center can be reached in 10 minutes by car or a leisurely 20 minute walk. 

Its position also allows for easy access to the Florentine and Tuscan countryside, including many important and popu...