When you think of Tuscany, the Renaissance, rolling hills, and scenes from Under the Tuscan Sun often come to mind. But what if I told you there's also a Tuscan archipelago, with quaint fishing villages and islands surrounded by serene waters? This is a completely different side of Tuscany: Monte Argentario.
Monte Argentario is a promontory that stretches into the Tyrrhenian Sea. Connected to the lagoon town of Orbetello by two strips of land known as Tomboli, this area boasts a natural reserve. The two main towns of Argentario are Porto Ercole and Porto Santo Stefano. A short boat ride away lie the islands of Giannutri and Giglio, with their small coves and crystal-clear turquoise waters, offering truly breathtaking views.
After flying into Rome, we escaped the heat of the city and made our way straight to the coast for
a luxury property recently opened in Porto Ercole, captivated me with its stunning views of the port and surrounding areas. Mornings spent on the rooftop, enjoying breakfast, and evening aperitifs were simply incredible.
The atmosphere felt quaint and friendly, and dare I say, it wasn’t swarmed by tourists—yet!
I love being in a country and being surrounded by the native language, especially when its your own.
It was my birthday during our stay, and the property was so wonderful in helping Sergio plan for flowers and champagne, and they even surprised me with a beautiful little cake!
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Il Pellicano Hotel
An Italian coastal classic, Il Pellicano impresses with its blend of retro glamour, stunning seafront location, and impeccable service, all while feeling super fresh.
A regenerating and eco-friendly experience set on 77 hectares, the resort is nestled in a verdant valley.
Great for families and golfers.
Nearby towns and beaches that can be visited by car
Porto Santo Stefano
Largest port in Monte Argentario
Giannella Beach
Immaculate sand, crystal waters and shallow depths: one of the most popular beaches for families with children.
Cala Piccola
Named one of the most beautiful coves
Giglio Island
Easily accessible by ferry boat from Porto Santo Stefano.
A little over an hour each way, we didn't make it out this time but definitely on the list for future.
Eat
Porto Ercole
Offering the best views of Porto Ercole and the mountains of Argentario.
They serve authentic Tuscan cuisine, combining the freshest ingredients from their garden, handmade pasta and high-quality local products prepared with traditional recipes.
Pelligrill is the perfect place for a seaside lunch or to catch the sunset over a tasty dinner.
We enjoyed the pasta alle vongole done with zucchini flowers.
Roman style pizza- always a line up!
We grabbed a box and enjoyed it at sunset on the porto.
Great for cappuccinos and cornetto's in the morning and drinks all night long.
A hole in the wall panino shop that sells wonderfully fresh panini on focaccia or tramezzini.
Creola Gelateria
Botania Waterfront Gelateria
Porto Santo Stefano
Pozioni di Neve
Beach Clubs
Isolotto is the La Roqqa Beach Club, where guests of the hotel can complementary spend long summer days immersed in stunning nature. It is the perfect place to relax, soak in the sun and swim.
When you get hungry, you can explore the fresh colourful menu featuring local fish, seasonal greens and bbq.
If you are not a hotel guest, you too can enjoy the beach club at a daily rate.
Discover the beauty and privacy of Giannella beach, in the Orbetello area.
A corner of paradise where you will find a line up of beach clubs.
This was one was great, the water is super shallow and the restaurant/ food offerings were extensive.
We spent most days lazy by the water, sipping cocktails on our hotel rooftop, strolling along the main corso, and indulging in delicious pizza and seafood.
It was the perfect start to our summer vacation in Italy!
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