The Hotel Villa Fiorisella is a peaceful oasis along the picturesque Versilia coast of Tuscany, halfway between the traditional beach resorts Marina di Massa and Forte dei Marmi. Located amidst the Poveromo villas, the boutique hotel is a short stroll away from the Tuscan seaside. One can join the locals and beach vacationers bathing under the Mediterranean sun, take in the rich cultural traditions of the region, or enjoy a variety of watersports on hand. The possibilities are endless.

The Versilia coast enjoys an especially pleasant Mediterranean climate. The mild winters and warm springs clear the way for sizzling summer months, but the cool winds coming off the water provide welcome relief from the heat. In contrast to the Tuscan countryside, the coastline is dotted with pines, palms, and reeds that color the landscape green all year round.

Looking inland from the sparkling blue waters, the picturesque Apuan Alps rise in the distance, providing a perfect backdrop for Villa Fiorisella. This section of the Apennine Mountains is the source of the legendary Carrara white marble, quarries providing the raw material for world-renowned sculptures and facades since Ancient Rome.

Villa Fiorisella lies only a day-trip away from discovering the classic Tuscan art centers Pisa, Lucca and Florence. Continuing up the coast, the breathtaking Ligurian shoreline with the world-famous Cinque Terre offers the charm of five medieval towns overlooking the sea. Hiking or cycling through one of Italy's most spectacular treasures is just a short outing away. Any direction you should choose to venture, Villa Fiorisella places you in the midst of Bella Italia at its finest.

The grounds of Villa Fiorisella feature a charming garden set among the lush vegetation of Poveromos and the Versilia coast. The 11 modest but bright rooms feature modern shower baths and cozy accommodation.

There is ample room to park your car in the courtyard of the villa. Bicycles can be rented nearby to explore the coast on two wheels. Since undergoing a full restoration in 1999, the villa has been run with care by its owners, a welcoming, multilingual Italian couple.

Your morning begins with a continental breakfast buffet, complete with exquisite Italian espresso or cappuccino, and ready to be enjoyed on the inviting terrace unter the sun umbrella. This is perfect place to begin planning your day.

The villa does not feature its own restaurant, which would only distract from your culinary journey through Tuscany: one can enjoy fresh seafood in traditional restaurants overlooking the sea or venture inland and savor the hearty meals typical in the rustic trattorias of the Tuscan countryside.

The imposing marble quarries of Carrara are surely worth a visit. World-renowned artwork such as Michelangelo's David stem from the same quarries you can visit today. From Campo Cecina, one quarry stretches along the entire coast from Liguria's Gulf of Poets in the north to Pisa in the south. On clear days the Tuscan archipelago and the island of Corsica can be seen.

In the evening you can follow in the footsteps of great thinkers and industrialists of a bygone era in Forte dei Marmi, a magnet for well-off Italians and visitors for hundreds of years. Rich with proud tradition and a confident flair, here you can enjoy the fine points of Italian seaside life.

A stroll down the streets lined with glamorous boutiques, classy street cafés and exclusive seafood restaurants are the best way to spend an evening. At the height of summer you can partake in the uniquely Italian passion for life long into the night.

Rather than standardized package tours, enjoy a tailor-made, authentic trip to one of the most spectacular destinations in all of Italy. Villa Fiorisella awaits you.