The Bed and Breakfast La Borraina is an elegant and welcoming establishment located a short distance from Florence, surrounded by the splendid Tuscan countryside with olive groves and vineyards. This enchanting place, rich in history, offers you a comfortable stay. According to an ancient legend passed down from generation to generation, the farmhouse La Borraina was originally a convent founded by Franciscan friars. These friars, following their rule of prayer and work, dedicated themselves to agriculture and livestock farming. It is believed that in this place there were the barn and the shelter for the livestock. In addition, in the heart of the olive grove, underground rooms had been dug out to keep cheeses, cured meats, and butter cool. It is precisely the preservation of butter that gave rise to the name "La Borraina". Over the years, the farmhouse has been inhabited by farming families who produced not only oil and wine but also bread for the entire village. Even today, you can admire the majestic wood-fired oven located under the villa's loggia, which is still in operation. By staying at the Bed and Breakfast La Borraina, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in history and enjoy the beauty of the Tuscan countryside, while being a short distance from Florence.