Frances’ Lodge
Siena
View from the breakfast garden
Painting and review are copyrighted work
by Ginda Simpson
There are many good reasons to stay
at Frances’ Lodge on the outskirts of Siena.
The accommodations of the old farmhouse, now B&B, are comfortable
and the décor of each of the seven rooms is tasteful, whimsical, inviting –
delightful reflections of Franca’s artistic talents. Indeed, our hostess says, “Nothing bothers
me more than to see something unappealing to the eye. Why should anything be unattractive when
it could be beautiful.” With a warm smile and friendly
handshake, Franco wins over his guests the minute they arrive, immediately
making them feel at home. He
graciously sees to their comfort, while generously sharing his knowledge of
and love for his native city. Where
else could one dip into a swimming pool and gaze at a panoramic view of Siena
spread out before them like a master’s painting; its colors ever-changing
with that special Tuscan light? Breakfast is served in the garden by
the limonaia, the structure that used to house the lemon trees. Beyond the garden walls, where wisteria and
jasmine climb with abandon, another spectacular view greets you each morning,
as you enjoy a generous breakfast in a retreat where a flowering magnolia and
climbing rose bushes are not far away. |
