In the heart of Tuscany, B&B Il Ramaiolo offers a warm and welcoming family atmosphere, just a short distance from the beautiful cities of Pisa, Lucca, and Florence. The property is located in Ponticelli, in the municipality of Santa Maria a Monte, a village with ancient charm and a rich historical past. Thanks to its convenient and well-connected roads, you can easily reach the main Tuscan cities and immerse yourself in the enchanting landscapes of the surrounding rural countryside.

Santa Maria a Monte, a fascinating medieval village nestled on the hills, has long been a strategic crossroads between Pisa, Florence, and Lucca. Today, our Bed and Breakfast serves as the perfect base for exploring Tuscany’s historic and natural beauty, while enjoying the relaxed and genuine pace of country life. Whether you are passionate about art, enjoy hiking, biking, or horseback riding, or prefer discovering local food and wine, you will find the perfect place to relax and recharge.

Our area is also known for its craftsmanship and fashion, offering the opportunity to discover typical and traditional products. There are also plenty of opportunities to visit nearby villages such as Pontedera, San Miniato, Vinci, Empoli, and many others, all within a few minutes’ drive.

How to reach us

By car or motorcycle:

  • From Pisa: About 30 minutes via the Fi-Pi-Li highway towards Florence, exit at Montopoli Val d’Arno.
  • From Livorno: About 35 minutes via the Fi-Pi-Li highway towards Florence, exit at Montopoli Val d’Arno.
  • From Florence: About 40 minutes via the Fi-Pi-Li highway towards Pisa, exit at Montopoli Val d’Arno.
  • From Lucca: About 40 minutes via the A11 motorway towards Florence, exit at Altopascio and follow signs for Fucecchio/Santa Croce sull’Arno.

By bike:

The region is well connected by a network of national and provincial roads, allowing you to move easily between Pisa, Florence, Lucca, Siena, and Livorno.

By train:

Pontedera – Casciana Terme railway station: 12 minutes away.

By plane:

  • Pisa International Airport G. Galilei (PSA): 25 minutes.
  • Florence Airport Peretola (FLR): 40 minutes.

By ferry:

Livorno Port: 40 minutes.

We can assist you in booking private transfers on request from and to the main cities, train stations, and airports.

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